Community
UK tourists warned over social media scams for fake holiday accommodation
UK tourists are urged to do detective work to avoid booking fake accommodation on social media this summer, as scammers target peak travel season.
Business
Brum driver pays £450/month for Peugeot EV that won't charge
A Birmingham driver is stuck paying £450 monthly for a Peugeot EV that stopped charging within two weeks, with the lease company refusing to cancel the contract.
Culture
Alton Towers fan spends thousands on original swan boat from Walsall bar
Jenny Walker, 38, spent thousands to buy an original Alton Towers swan boat from a Walsall bar, transporting it on a lorry along the M6.
Politics
Suspect in Peak District Summer Solstice Murder Appears in Court
Szymon Babynko, 23, charged with murder of Isaac Clare-Watts, 26, at Nine Ladies Stone Circle in Peak District on June 22, appeared at Derby Crown Court.
Sport
Health
Fire forces Birmingham pharmacy closure for over a week
A fire at Five Ways Pharmacy in Birmingham has forced it to close until July 13. Fire crews from Ladywood and Handsworth attended the blaze involving industrial equipment.
DWP £739 Payments for Over 75s in July
State pensioners aged over 75 will receive £739 in July as the basic state pension rises by 4.8%, with weekly payments now up to £184.90.
HMRC £17 Monthly Tax for Pensioners Over £35,000
HMRC will recover Winter Fuel Payments from pensioners with income over £35,000 via £17 monthly tax deductions starting in 2026-27, affecting nearly two million households.
EACH Summer Appeal for Beach Trips for Ill Children
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) launches a summer appeal to fund beach trips and activities for families with seriously ill children, highlighting the need for specialist equipment like beach wheelchairs.
Army veteran thanks NHS therapy for panic disorder recovery
Gary Hind, 67, from Hyde, received specialist NHS therapy for panic disorder and PTSD after severe chest pains. EMDR and CBT transformed his life, enabling him to walk his dog and enjoy outdoor hobbies again.
The Royal Family Quiz: Crowns & Castles
Test your knowledge of the British monarchy, from Buckingham Palace and the Crown Jewels to coronations and royal residences. How regal is your trivia?
