Community
Cinnamon Trust Urgently Seeks Dog Walking Volunteers in Ebbw Vale to Prevent Pet Separation
The Cinnamon Trust urgently needs volunteers in Ebbw Vale (NP23) to walk a local resident's dog, preventing the heartbreaking separation of an elderly or ill owner from their beloved pet.
Business
Aldi trials early weekend closing time in blow to shoppers
Aldi is trialling closing an hour early on weekends in some stores, with shops shutting at 9pm instead of 10pm to save costs, affecting thousands of shoppers.
Culture
Vyve Bullring Cafe Review: Price Shock in the Best Way at Birmingham
Vyve at Birmingham Bullring impresses with affordable prices—blueberry shortcake latte at £3.75 and iced Americano at £2.75—offering a stylish, budget-friendly coffee experience.
Politics
Andy Burnham Could End Fuel Duty Freeze, Costing Households £100
Andy Burnham may hike fuel duty by unfreezing the tax, adding £60-£100 yearly to household petrol and diesel costs, warns tax expert Nimesh Shah.
Transport
Sport
Health
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.
Garnier Olia Gloss Mask: £9 Grey Blending Toner Wins Fans
Garnier's Olia Gloss 10 Min Hair Mask, priced at £9, subtly blends greys and revives colour for up to six washes, earning praise from shoppers for its salon-like results at home.
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.
