Community
DWP to Pay £706 State Pension Early Due to New Year Bank Holiday
Thousands of UK state pensioners on the basic rate will receive their £706 payment early this week. The DWP confirms revised dates due to the New Year's Day bank holiday.
Business
Octopus Energy's Kraken Valued at $8.65bn in Major Demerger Deal
Octopus Energy announces a landmark $1bn investment into its Kraken technology platform, valuing it at $8.65bn and paving the way for its independence. Discover what this means for 11 million UK customers.
Culture
Emmerdale's Joe Absolom Exits After Filming 'Darkest' Slavery Storyline
Actor Joe Absolom departs Emmerdale after a harrowing modern slavery plot. His final scenes, filmed in November, will air in early 2026. Read the full story here.
Politics
DWP Gains Power to Access Bank Accounts and Seize Cash from December
New DWP powers allow direct access to bank accounts to recover benefit overpayments and fraud. The law change aims to save £1.5bn. Find out what it means.
Transport
Sport
Health
Five-inch snow storm to hit 13 UK counties from Jan 4
Forecasters warn of a major wintry shift with up to five inches of snow targeting 13 English counties from January 4. Get the latest Met Office and BBC weather updates.
UK faces 43cm snow storm with three Home Nations hit
The UK is set for a major snowstorm on January 11, with up to 43cm forecast for the North East and 17cm in London. Meteorologists warn of a 'nightmare after Christmas'. Read the latest forecasts and impacts.
Birmingham bouncer dies after mistaking meningitis for bad back
A Birmingham security guard died from meningitis after mistaking symptoms for sleeping awkwardly. His family are fundraising and raising awareness of the deadly illness.
UHNM Chief Nurse Awarded OBE in New Year Honours
Ann-Marie Riley, Chief Nurse at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, receives an OBE for exceptional nursing leadership and patient care. Discover her impact.
Mosley's Dinner Tip to Lose a Stone Without Dieting
The late Dr Michael Mosley's simple change to when you eat your evening meal could help you lose a stone in 12 weeks, according to research. Discover the easy weight loss tip.