Man, 73, missing after Disney Wonder overboard fall
A 73-year-old Australian man is missing after falling from the Disney Wonder cruise ship. Crews searched for five hours but were unable to locate him. Read the full story.
A 73-year-old Australian man is missing after falling from the Disney Wonder cruise ship. Crews searched for five hours but were unable to locate him. Read the full story.
The historic suburb of Harborne has been ranked Birmingham's happiest place to live in a 2025 study. Discover the secret behind its vibrant community spirit.
A watchdog inspection found West Midlands Police's child abuse investigations require significant improvement. Discover the key findings and the force's response.
HMRC urges UK households to call between 8am and 9am for quicker help with the High Income Child Benefit Charge. Learn about the income thresholds and repayment rules.
Former vet Jon Ruben, 76, laced sweets with sedatives and sexually assaulted children at his Midlands summer camp. Eight victims hospitalised in horrific case.
PM Keir Starmer makes personal pledge to tackle Birmingham's child poverty emergency but faces mounting pressure to scrap controversial two-child benefit cap ahead of Budget.
A system designed to combat fraud has mistakenly stopped Child Benefit for hundreds of families in Northern Ireland who travelled via Dublin Airport. HMRC apologises and is working to reinstate claims.
UK families to see a rise in Child Benefit payments from April 2025. Find out the new weekly rates and how to protect your State Pension eligibility.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the controversial two-child Universal Credit limit, giving millions of families extra financial support. Discover how this change could affect you.
Registered sex offender Daljinder Singh from Wolverhampton remains at large after three years. Police warn public not to approach and to call 999 immediately if seen.
Glen Hurley, 44, has been missing from Shrewsbury since November 3. West Mercia Police issue a public appeal with CCTV images and a description. Call 101 with info.
Jason Lane, a dangerous paedophile from Droitwich, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison for 16 sexual offences against a boy. Police commend the victim's bravery.
A woman in her 70s is in a critical condition after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road, Harborne. Police have arrested a 39-year-old man. Contact police with information.
A terrifying ordeal in Walsall as a car with a child in the backseat is stolen. The vehicle was found abandoned, and the girl was unharmed. Police are appealing for information.
A TikTok creator is challenging motorists misusing parent-child bays at UK supermarkets. Discover the etiquette, potential fines, and why these spaces matter for families.
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for missing 16-year-old Alexa from Birmingham, last seen on Sunday, November 9. Public urged to call 999 with information.
Robert Gates, 70, from Ludlow, is behind bars after sharing indecent images of children for a second time. Police brand him a 'deeply disturbing individual'.
A new report reveals staffing crises and poor collaboration are hampering child protection in Dudley. Council committee demands urgent improvements.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves suggests removing the two-child benefit cap in the 2025 Budget, potentially boosting finances for larger families and tackling child poverty.
HMRC has apologised and launched an urgent review after incorrectly suspending child benefit for thousands. The tax office vows to update its anti-fraud process. Read the latest.
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with children due to lack of time and fear of mess. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and support BBC Children in Need.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, a key driver of child poverty, fulfilling Labour's pledge to support larger families.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to scrap the two-child benefit cap in November Budget, giving larger families up to £586 more per month. Find out how this change affects you.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Kerry from Harborne. Last seen 10 November at 8pm. Call 999 with information.
Thousands of UK professionals earning over £60,000 risk losing valuable child benefit payments due to frozen thresholds and rising wages. Discover how the stealth tax is hitting middle-class families.
Shocking new research reveals the devastating impact of the two-child benefit limit as families face impossible choices amid the cost of living crisis.
Dirk Howell, convicted of murdering nine-year-old Alfie Steele in a brutal bath punishment, has been refused permission to appeal his life sentence in a landmark court decision.
West Midlands Police have launched a renewed appeal for information regarding missing 54-year-old Andrew Gough, who was last spotted in Erdington nearly two weeks ago.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs and anti-poverty campaigners to abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit as new figures reveal 1.6 million children are affected.
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.