9 Scenic West Midlands Running Routes for 2026
Discover nine stunning locations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, perfect for a revitalising New Year's run. Explore parks, hills, and country parks to kickstart your 2026 fitness goals.
Discover nine stunning locations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, perfect for a revitalising New Year's run. Explore parks, hills, and country parks to kickstart your 2026 fitness goals.
Dramatic weather maps forecast a return of the 'Beast from the East' with snow and -6C wind chill for eastern England on New Year's Eve. Get the latest UK forecast and travel warnings.
Latest weather maps predict a dramatic New Year's Eve freeze, with snow for eastern England and temperatures feeling as low as -6C. Get the full forecast and travel warnings here.
A teenager was killed in a domestic violence incident in Tomar, Portugal. The suspect died in an explosion, injuring two others. Read the full report.
Fresh weather maps predict a 600-mile snow wall hitting the UK on New Year's Day, with Birmingham among 24 regions affected. Travel disruption likely.
The UK is set for a freezing New Year with -6C temperatures and snow forecast for all Home Nations. Maps show the wintry blast arriving by December 31. Read the full forecast.
Halfords announces a 72-hour Christmas closure across Birmingham, including Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Drivers urged to plan ahead. Read the full festive schedule.
Shoppers praise Amazon's £12.99 New Year's Eve decoration set with 51 items for a classy party. Includes garlands, foil balloons & photo props. Get ready for 2026!
Bebington comedian Ben Turner is a finalist for One Liner Comedian of the Year. Help him bring the trophy to Wirral by voting before the end of December.
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.
Maps show a major snowstorm hitting the UK around January 1, with up to 14cm forecast. Only the southwest looks set to escape the deep freeze. Read the full forecast.
WX Charts predict a 'snow bomb' bringing up to 14cm to parts of England on New Year's Day, with sub-zero temperatures. Get the full forecast and regional details here.
The UK faces a five-day snow event starting on New Year's Eve, with temperatures set to dive. Met Desk data reveals the wintry shift, with Scotland and eastern England first in line for flurries.
Maps reveal a five-day snow bomb will hit the UK from New Year's Eve, with temperatures plunging to -14C. Only England's south coast is set to evade the worst of the wintry blast. Read the full forecast.
The Met Office forecasts a significant turn to colder, windier conditions from 1st January. Find out what the New Year weather shift means for you.
New weather maps reveal a deep freeze hitting the UK after Christmas, with temperatures plunging to -6C in Scotland and snow likely for England. Read the full forecast and travel warnings.
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
Weather maps predict up to 2cm of snow hitting parts of England on January 1st. Find out the exact timing and which regions are most at risk.
Weather maps turn purple as snow is forecast for parts of Staffordshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire from New Year's Eve. Get the latest Midlands weather news.
Fresh weather maps warn a 'snow bomb' could hit the UK, bringing up to six inches of snow by December 31st. Scotland, the Midlands and the North are most at risk. Read the latest forecast.
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the death of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. Police confirm a single stab wound was the cause.
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher hails Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers as 'special' and a potential Player of the Year candidate who could drive a Premier League title challenge. Read his full analysis.
A murder investigation is underway after a nine-year-old girl was found dead at a property in Weston-super-Mare. A man is in custody as police appeal for privacy.
A nine-year-old girl has been found dead at a property in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare. A teenage boy is in custody on suspicion of murder. Police urge the public not to speculate.
HMRC issues a warning to UK employees receiving Christmas bonuses. Experts explain how tax bands can slash your take-home pay and offer smart strategies, like pension sacrifice, to protect your money.
The winter solstice marks the shortest day on December 21. Discover when your city will see sunsets after 5pm again and the Met Office's snow forecast. Read more.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly dragged into a KFC toilet and gang-raped by four men in Paris. Police arrested suspects after passers-by found the traumatised victim. Read the full report.
A huge fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to be full of fireworks, caused explosions and major damage. 55 firefighters were deployed. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
A major fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to contain fireworks, caused explosions. 55 firefighters responded. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.