West Midlands Railway New Year's Eve 2025 travel changes
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
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Birmingham New Street's Festive Feast for Vulnerable
Birmingham New Street station hosted a free Christmas dinner for over 100 vulnerable and homeless people on Christmas Eve, offering festive cheer and community support. Read the heartwarming story.
Christmas lights display in Broom targets £50k hospice total
Paul and Anne Nicholas have lit up their Bedfordshire home for a sixth year, raising vital funds for Sue Ryder St John's Hospice. Their dazzling display is open nightly until Christmas Eve.
Five arrested after Nottingham city centre street brawl
Five men arrested after a violent street fight in Nottingham city centre shocked Christmas shoppers. Police seek witnesses to the Wollaton Street affray.
New KitKat Chunky Flavour Rumoured for 2026 UK Release
Nestlé hints at new confectionery products as social media buzz suggests a caramel-flavoured KitKat Chunky could hit UK shelves as early as February 2026.
Train cancellations at Birmingham New Street hit Christmas travel
Staff shortages cause major CrossCountry train cancellations and delays through Birmingham New Street on Dec 22, disrupting travel from Nottingham to Cardiff. Check your journey.
Asda slashes Quality Street refill bags to just £4
Shoppers are racing to Asda for massive Quality Street refill bags priced at only £4, offering the best value per 100g compared to Tesco and Aldi. Stock up now for Christmas!
Train hits obstruction near Birmingham New Street
Major disruption on Birmingham rail lines after a train struck an obstruction between New Street and International stations. Delays and alterations expected. Get the latest travel updates here.
Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? The Enduring Debate
The annual argument over whether Die Hard is a Christmas film reignites. We examine the evidence for and against, from cast opinions to festive facts. Join the debate!
Noel is Britain's most festive street name
Ordnance Survey reveals the UK's most Christmassy street names, with Noel topping the list. Discover which festive roads and counties are celebrating all year round.
Prestigious Jeweller Mappin & Webb Returns to Birmingham
Luxury jeweller Mappin & Webb opens a new showroom in Birmingham after over two decades, featuring Rolex, fine jewellery, and a historic Burlington Hotel location.
Derby to sign Sanderson after successful loan spell
Derby County are ready to make Dion Sanderson's loan move permanent in January. The defender, once written off, has revived his career under John Eustace. Read the latest transfer news.
Flooding Cancels Birmingham-Stratford-upon-Avon Trains
Rail passengers face major disruption as flooding cancels and diverts West Midlands Railway services between Birmingham New Street and Stratford-upon-Avon. Rail replacement buses are running.
Lidl's Bilston redevelopment plans approved
City of Wolverhampton Council approves Lidl's plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and replace it with a modern supermarket, increasing parking and jobs.
Birmingham's Digbeth streets among UK's top Gen Z high streets
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Birmingham's historic Digbeth district have been ranked among the UK's best high streets for independent shops favoured by Gen Z. Discover the creative hub's unique festive shopping experience.
Outdated Bilston Lidl to be flattened for new store
Plans to replace the 'outdated' Lidl in Bilston with a modern supermarket have been approved. The redevelopment will increase parking and improve the High Street entrance.
Knife arches deployed at Birmingham New Street Station
West Midlands Police install knife arches at Birmingham New Street as part of Operation Active. The crackdown follows 12 stabbings in the city centre this year. Read the latest on the safety measures.
McGinn on Villa's character and Rogers' stunner
Aston Villa captain John McGinn hailed his team's resilience in a 3-2 win at West Ham, setting a new club record. He demands high standards continue over Christmas.
Ryanair's $600m Liverpool boost adds 250,000 seats
Ryanair bases a sixth aircraft at Liverpool John Lennon Airport for Summer 2026, adding three new routes and 250,000 seats as part of a major $600m investment in the North West.
Boots cuts price of popular John Frieda thickening hair spray
Beauty fans hail John Frieda PROfiller+ Thickening Spray for 'results after one use'. Now on offer at Boots, reduced from £9.25 to £6.17. Discover the product said to thicken hair by 200%.
£6k-a-month loft in former Leamington Spa factory
A 19th-century former printworks in Leamington Spa has been transformed into a stunning New York-style loft apartment, now renting for £6,000 per month. Discover its incredible hidden features.
Sainsbury's New Streetly Store Bid on Pub Car Park
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's has launched a second attempt to build a convenience store on the car park of the Farmer John's pub in Streetly, after a previous application was refused. Read the latest on this local planning battle.
20,000 drivers caught by Birmingham speed cameras
Nearly 20,000 motorists were caught speeding on two major Birmingham roads in 2025. Discover the hotspots and new 30mph limits coming to the city.
Birmingham women reveal 'least safe' areas in new survey
A new survey reveals the Birmingham streets women actively avoid after reporting catcalling, assault, and being followed. Calls grow for urgent safety improvements.
Villa's Dramatic 2-1 Win Over Arsenal Seals 9th Home Victory
Emi Buendia's 95th-minute winner secured a dramatic 2-1 victory for Aston Villa over Premier League leaders Arsenal, closing the gap at the top to just three points. Relive the match action and player ratings here.
Birmingham: Summer Lane closed by police after incident
Summer Lane in Birmingham city centre is closed between New John Street West and New Summer Street following a police incident. Drivers are warned to expect delays and plan alternative routes.
Birmingham Doctor Charged with 38 Sex Assaults
A Birmingham doctor is set to appear in court charged with dozens of alleged sexual assaults against patients. West Midlands Police confirm dedicated helplines are open.
Rat spotted running around Birmingham New Street station
A passenger filmed a rodent running near Starbucks at Birmingham New Street just after midnight. Network Rail says it has pest control measures in place. Watch the video.
Chrissy Teigen's daughter Esti gets stitches after accident
Chrissy Teigen shares photo of daughter Esti, 2, getting stitches after a cut. The star thanked the plastic surgeon who treated the toddler at their home. Read more.
John Torode on therapy after MasterChef dismissal
MasterChef's John Torode reveals he sought therapy to cope with the 'grief' and 'fear' after his BBC dismissal in July. Read his candid account of the 'brutal life change'.
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