Community
Cyclist Dies After Collision with Police Van During Attempted Stop in Liverpool
A 23-year-old man on an electrically assisted pedal cycle has died after crashing into a stationary police van during an attempted stop by officers in Liverpool.
Business
HMRC's 'K' Tax Code Creates Negative Personal Allowance for UK Households
A warning has been issued about the 'K' tax code on payslips, which indicates income or deductions exceeding the tax-free Personal Allowance, effectively creating a negative allowance for some UK households.
Culture
Birmingham Light Festival Illuminates City with Free Art and Joy
The Birmingham Light Festival returns with dazzling installations, interactive art, and events across the city centre, offering free family-friendly fun this Valentine's period.
Politics
English Households Face Court Summons Over Minor Council Tax Debts
MPs and financial experts warn that councils are too quick to issue court summons for small council tax debts, adding £75 fees and worsening financial hardship for vulnerable residents.
Sport
Health
Collagen Supplement Popular for Anti-Aging and Joint Health
A marine collagen supplement is receiving positive reviews for addressing wrinkles, thinning hair, and joint pain, with users reporting visible results within weeks and affordable daily costs.
Parents Told Newborn May Be Put in Coma to Save Life
Zoe and Matthew rushed their three-week-old son Thomas to Worcestershire Royal Hospital when he became extremely ill before Christmas. Doctors warned he might need an induced coma, but dedicated NHS staff saved his life with alternative treatment.
GlobalMinds Study to Personalize Mental Health Treatments
A groundbreaking three-year study, GlobalMinds, is recruiting 49,000 participants across England to develop personalized treatments for severe mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Met Office Issues Snow and Ice Warnings for 60 UK Areas
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across 60 areas in the UK, including the West Midlands, with heavy snowfall and hazardous conditions expected this weekend.
Army Medic Found Dead in Barracks, Probe Launched
Corporal Lucy Wilde, a popular 25-year-old Army medic and TikTok personality, was found unresponsive at Warminster Garrison. An investigation into her death has been initiated by the Ministry of Defence.