Community
RSPCA Southport Thanks Community as 2026 Begins, Two Animals Await Homes
RSPCA Southport, Ormskirk & District Branch thanks its community for vital 2025 support. As 2026 starts, animals like Karma (137 days in care) and Peach (207 days) still seek forever homes. Read their stories.
Business
Ex-Carillion Finance Chiefs Fined £371k for Misleading Market Before Collapse
The FCA has fined two former Carillion finance directors over £370,000 for 'reckless' actions that misled the market before the firm's 2018 collapse. Read the full details of the enforcement action.
Culture
Birmingham Museum to Close Early as Storm Goretti Brings Amber Snow Warning
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery will close from 2pm on Thursday 8 January and all day Friday 9 January due to an amber weather warning for heavy snow from Storm Goretti.
Politics
Labour Scraps Free TV Licence Plan for Benefit Claimants
The Labour government has shelved plans to give free TV licences to benefit claimants. Find out why the policy was dropped and what it means for the licence fee.
Sport
Health
National Grid urges West Midlands to prepare for Storm Goretti
National Grid urges West Midlands residents to prepare for power cuts as Storm Goretti brings up to 20cm of snow and -12.5C temperatures. Call 105 in an emergency.
Key Birmingham attractions shut ahead of Storm Goretti snow
Storm Goretti brings an amber warning for snow, forcing major Birmingham attractions like the Museum and NEC concerts to close. Up to 30cm could fall. Follow live updates.
New Ickle Bubba & Maxi-Cosi Travel Systems for Parents
Discover the four new travel system bundles from Ickle Bubba and Maxi-Cosi, designed to blend style, safety, and everyday practicality for modern UK families.
Birmingham's New Street ranks as 4th unhealthiest in UK
Birmingham's New Street is the fourth unhealthiest high street in the UK, with over 36% of shops being fast food outlets or unhealthy stores. Discover the full list and health risks.
Amber snow warning for West Midlands as Storm Goretti hits
The Met Office has issued a rare amber snow warning for the West Midlands as Storm Goretti brings heavy snowfall and travel chaos. Up to 30cm could fall on higher ground.