Free Brain Games Magazine in Sunday Mercury
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
King Charles III smiled and waved at well-wishers after the Sunday service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, joined by other members of the Royal Family. Read the full story.
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
Challenge yourself with our Sunday quiz, featuring questions on iconic 1970s events, music, and politics, plus a bonus round on the Swinging Sixties. How many can you get right?
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Birmingham's Kitts Green has transformed from an Ofsted 'requires improvement' rating to being ranked among Britain's top 10 primary schools. Discover the school's 'secret to success'.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
NatWest reveals three simple savings challenges, including a 52-week plan, that could help UK customers build a pot of up to £1,378. Start your savings habit today.
Monzo reduces interest on its popular savings pots, including the viral 1p Challenge, following the Bank of England's rate cut. Savers face lower returns from January 6.
Jack Syder-Mills from Norwich will run six consecutive half marathons starting New Year's Eve to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research, inspired by his sister's diagnosis. Support his challenge.
The Wildlife Trusts' free 12 Days Wild challenge runs from 25 Dec to 5 Jan, offering daily nature activities to boost wellbeing. Sign up for inspiration and connect with winter wildlife.
Lancashire Wildlife Trust's free 12 Days Wild challenge runs from Dec 25 to Jan 5. Sign up for daily ideas to connect with nature this winter and boost wellbeing.
Monzo is reducing the interest rate on its 1p Savings Challenge and Instant Access Pots from January 6, impacting customer returns. Find out how this change affects your savings.
Challenge yourself with our Sunday quiz, featuring questions on food and drink, animals, and general knowledge. Includes answers from December 20. Can you beat the quiz?
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
A Yorkshire dad ate only Greggs for 72 hours, spending £30.67. He reveals the 'absolutely beautiful' winner and the 'diabolical' £3.65 toastie he'll never buy again. Read his full verdict.
The historic Cotswold town of Malmesbury, England's oldest borough, has been celebrated in The Sunday Times' prestigious 'Best Places to Live 2025' guide. Discover its charm and community spirit.
EDF is giving customers with smart meters eight hours of free electricity on Christmas Day. Sign up for the Sunday Saver challenge by 24 December to claim this festive offer and save on bills.
RAF Regiment's Howard Kniveton from Rotherham will hike 500 miles in 20 days, wild camping in winter, to raise £5,000 for SSAFA, supporting veterans like Nick.
We tested stuffing mixes from seven major UK supermarkets against the classic Paxo. See which offers the best flavour, texture, and value for your Sunday roast.
Beaumond House Hospice Care exceeded its Christmas Challenge target, raising £13,588 for palliative care. Donations were doubled by five local businesses, supporting families in Newark and Sherwood.
Aston Villa have set a club record with six straight Premier League wins, showing a champion's mentality by earning 15 points from losing positions. Can they make it ten against Manchester United?
Four West Midlands state primary schools have been ranked among the nation's top 100 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list.
The Warwickshire village of Ilmington has been crowned the best place to live in the Midlands for 2025 by The Sunday Times. Discover why this Cotswolds gem is thriving.
A fundraising team conquered three Welsh peaks in 24 hours, raising over £6,000 for Glangwili Hospital's Cilgerran Children's Ward. The funds will enhance care for young patients across three counties.
Challenge yourself with our weekly Sunday quiz! Featuring questions on British wildlife, classic literature, and cryptic clues. See how you score and check last week's answers.
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
Rochdale's Mayor shares highlights from the first six months, including Remembrance commemorations, support for women's sport, and diverse cultural celebrations. Read the full update.
The GCHQ Christmas Challenge 2025 is set for release on 10th September. Discover details about the code-breaking puzzles designed for all ages by the UK's intelligence agency.
Matt Miles has finished the 900km Camino de Santiago trek, raising over £9,000 for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice in memory of his wife, Katy. Support his journey.
Discover the 30 highest-performing primary schools in Birmingham, as ranked by the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Explore the list and see which schools excel in reading, maths, and English.