Community
Andy Burnham Faces £35,000 State Pension Rule as PM
Andy Burnham, likely next PM, inherits a £35,000 income threshold for Winter Fuel Payments, affecting who qualifies for the £200-£300 allowance.
Business
Former Rolls-Royce Engineer Hit in Crash After Cancer All-Clear, Driver Jailed
A former Rolls-Royce engineer was severely injured in a crash just 24 hours after being given cancer all-clear. The van driver, Aaron Roberts, was jailed for two years for dangerous driving on the A38.
Culture
Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Update: New Routes and Price Drop to £45.80
Nintendo Switch 2 gamers can now save on Mario Kart World as the game drops from £61 to £45.80 via a TopCashback deal, following a free update adding two new Knockout Tour routes and sticker features.
Politics
Andy Burnham Urged to Introduce Affordable Energy Guarantee for Households
Prime Minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham is urged to introduce an affordable energy guarantee for households, as a study shows cost-of-living populism could help Labour win over Reform voters.
Sport
Health
Ticks Rise on Sefton Coast as Roe Deer Population Grows
Ticks are becoming more common on the Sefton Coast due to increasing Roe Deer numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these tiny pests and the diseases they may carry.
New BNPL Rules: Stronger Consumer Protections from July 15
From July 15, BNPL firms like Klarna and Clearpay will be regulated by the FCA, giving shoppers new rights including affordability checks, clear credit terms, and access to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Ex-Dudley Doctor Denies 45 Sex Offences Against Patients
A former Dudley GP has pleaded not guilty to 45 sexual offences, including rape and sexual assault, allegedly committed against 17 female patients between 2008 and 2013.
Met Office: 31C Heatwave Starts July 4, Lasts 5 Days
The Met Office has confirmed a 31C heatwave will begin on July 4, lasting five days. A yellow heat health alert has been issued by the UKHSA from July 4 to July 8.
Amputee: hundreds suffering from NHS prosthetic delays
Amputee David Sellers, 63, claims hundreds of patients face months-long waits for prosthetic sockets at Birmingham's West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, prompting an NHS trust apology and pledge to cut waiting times.
UK Geography Quiz: How Well Do You Know Britain?
Rivers, mountains, capitals and landmarks across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Test your knowledge of UK geography from Land's End to Ben Nevis.
