Community
Treetops Hospice Raises Over £70,000 in Festive Community Fundraiser
Treetops Hospice in Risley raised over £70,000 through festive events like the Reindeer Dash and Light up a Life. The community's support funds vital end-of-life care.
Business
UK Mobile Phone Prices to Surge in 2026 as AI Boom Strains Supply
Brits face paying significantly more for new phones in 2026 due to soaring AI demand for memory. Experts warn of a 40-50% price hike for components. Read more.
Culture
Isle of Thanet Photographic Society Thrives with Record 2025/26 Season
The Isle of Thanet Photographic Society reports a record-breaking start to its 2025/26 season, with popular competitions and talks. Discover their favourite images and plans.
Politics
Blaengarw Residents Shape Future of Parc Calon Lân in Community Survey
Blaengarw residents are urged to join a community survey shaping Parc Calon Lân's future, including pump track upgrades and new activity hubs. Have your say until mid-February.
Sport
Health
Veterans' Arctic Ultra for Mental Health on Channel 4
A new Channel 4 documentary follows four military veterans tackling a brutal 500km Arctic Ultra for charity, while openly discussing mental health, trauma, and suicide. Airs January 19.
DWP stops paying two benefits after Scotland transfer
The DWP confirms it will stop paying Disability Living Allowance and Attendance Allowance for pensioners in Scotland. Claimants who move from England or Wales must act now.
Dad killed by police car on 999 call, inquest hears
Roger Bagnall, 40, died after being hit by a police car on Yardley Road. The inquest examines if the response was within policy. A devoted father is mourned.
Met Office warns of 33-inch snow and 12-hour power cuts
The Met Office warns of a major 'snow bomb' and 12-hour power cuts across 18 areas. Plus, a new GP rule, a Birmingham supermarket fined, and a council road rage row.
Full List of 178 PIP-Qualifying Medical Conditions
The DWP has released the full list of 178 health conditions that could qualify you for a weekly PIP payment of up to £187.45. See if you're eligible.