Community
Four Arrested, 17 Injured During England World Cup Match in Birmingham
Four people were arrested and 17 treated for injuries as England fans gathered in Birmingham to watch the 2026 World Cup qualifier, police confirmed.
Business
West Midlands Drivers Face Rising Car Insurance Costs
Car insurance premiums in the West Midlands have increased by 4% in the last quarter, with average costs now reaching £1,050, according to new data.
Culture
National Trust Hiring Castle Steward at Powis Castle in Wales
The National Trust is seeking a castle steward for Powis Castle in Welshpool, Wales, offering a salary of £12.60 per hour, with accommodation and benefits included.
Politics
Skills Minister: Black Country Has Nothing to Fear from Andy Burnham
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith reassures the Black Country that Andy Burnham's regional devolution plans pose no threat, emphasising collaboration over competition.
Sport
Health
Tampax Partners with Reading Festival 2026
Tampax has been announced as the official period product partner of Reading Festival 2026, providing free menstrual products across the site to improve accessibility and inclusivity for festivalgoers.
£5k donation upgrades canal boat Harmony for disabled
A £5,000 donation from Persimmon Homes North Midlands will fund accessibility adaptations on the Peter Le Marchant Trust's new canal boat Harmony, ensuring inclusive waterways experiences for disabled and vulnerable people.
Sheffield Man's Organ Donation Saves Three Lives
Eashan Madan, 27, from Sheffield, saved three lives through organ donation after his death. His kidneys and liver were transplanted, and his pancreas donated for research. His family shares his story to encourage donation.
Doncaster comedian raises £8,500 for prostate unit
Gary Dunnicliff, known as Gary Marshall, raised £8,500 for Doncaster Royal Infirmary's Urology Department after his own prostate cancer diagnosis in 2024.
Six in 10 Over-65s Fear Flu from A&E Visits
A new survey reveals 60% of over-65s fear catching flu during A&E visits, leading to delayed care and increased health risks.
British History Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
From the Battle of Hastings to Henry VIII and the Gunpowder Plot, journey through British history. Challenge yourself with these questions on kings, queens and great events.
