Community
Birmingham Council House Wait Times Revealed: Holyhead Fastest at 30 Weeks
New data reveals the shortest and longest council house waiting times across Birmingham wards, with Holyhead at 30 weeks and Quinton at 250 weeks. Discover the full list and council advice.
Business
Tesco's Empty Box Policy: Malibu Bottles Hidden to Fight Shoplifting
Tesco has replaced real bottles of Malibu and gin with empty display boxes in a bid to thwart thieves. Shoppers now face longer waits as staff fetch items from secure storage.
Culture
Global New Year's Eve cancellations: Sydney, Russia, Paris affected
Major New Year's Eve celebrations from Sydney to Russia have been scrapped due to security threats, natural disasters, and tragic incidents. Discover the full list of affected cities and the reasons behind the cancellations.
Politics
Labour's Jury Trial Scrap Plan Could 'Hammer' UK Drivers with Prosecutions
Motoring experts warn Labour's plan to scrap jury trials for some driving offences is a 'significant change' that could disproportionately impact professional drivers. Learn the risks.
Transport
Sport
Health
Amazon's £9 hack helps shoppers stop cravings and lose weight
Shoppers are raving about an affordable Amazon product helping them stick to New Year's resolutions. The Free Soul Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies, now £8.99, are reported to curb appetite and reduce bloating. Discover the details.
NHS issues winter virus warning despite steadying flu cases
A senior NHS leader warns winter pressures remain high despite flu cases steadying. Over 3,000 were hospitalised with flu before Christmas. Public urged to get vaccinated and use services wisely.
5cm snow forecast for England as warnings issued
The Met Office has issued yellow snow and ice alerts for large parts of England and Wales, with up to 5cm of snow possible in some areas from Friday. Stay informed on the latest weather updates.
Snow and ice warning issued for Birmingham
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across Birmingham and the Midlands for Friday, with up to 5cm of snow forecast. Travel disruption is expected.
Snow and Ice Warning for Birmingham: Travel Disruption Expected
The Met Office has issued a snow and ice warning for Birmingham and the Midlands this Friday, with travel disruption, power cuts, and extreme 'feel-like' temperatures of -12C forecast. Here's what you need to know.