Birmingham family's Christmas in hospital for poorly son
A Chelmsley Wood family spend Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital as five-year-old Marley battles leukaemia. Discover their story and how to support the hospital's festive appeal.
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Quiz: How Many School Assembly Hymns Do You Recall?
Take our nostalgic quiz to test your memory of classic primary school assembly hymns. Challenge your friends and see if you're an expert on these childhood 'bangers'.
Stranger Things D&D Game on Amazon for £41.99
The Stranger Things finale doesn't have to be the end. Discover the official Dungeons & Dragons 'Hellfire Club' game on Amazon, a premium set packed with 80s nostalgia for fans. Read our review and find where to buy.
UK Christmas Toy Trends Through the Decades
Explore the iconic toys that defined UK Christmases from the 1950s to the 2000s. From timeless classics like Lego to digital crazes like Tamagotchi, discover the playthings that made festive magic.
Boy survives brain tumour after acid reflux misdiagnosis
Reggie Davison, 4, from West Yorkshire, beat a life-threatening medulloblastoma after initial symptoms were dismissed. Read his family's incredible story of survival and hope.
Solihull boy spends third Christmas in hospital fighting leukaemia
Marley Bourne from Solihull is spending Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital after a second relapse of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. His family shares their story of resilience and thanks the hospital charity for festive support.
DVSA driving test rule changes confirmed for 2026
The DVSA announces two major changes for 2026 to tackle test backlogs and boost road safety, including new CPR questions and strict booking limits. Learn what it means for learners.
Woman transforms home into 'tacky Christmas' wonderland
Melly May Lynch, 29, spent two days and £250 embracing the nostalgic 'tacky Christmas' TikTok trend in her North Wales home. Discover her festive transformation and the hunt for 90s decorations.
Five Reunite After 25 Years for UK Tour
Iconic 90s boyband Five are back together with all five original members for a 12-date UK arena tour this Autumn. Tickets go on sale 7 March 2025.
S Club 7 Tease 2026 Reunion After Jon Lee Post
S Club 7 member Jon Lee sparks reunion rumours for 2026 with a nostalgic Instagram post. Fans are excited for a potential tour and new music. Read the latest details.
Birmingham mum's labour after toddler's cancer diagnosis
A Birmingham mother went into labour just hours after learning her two-year-old had leukaemia. Now four, Connie is set to ring the bell ending treatment after joining a pioneering clinical trial. Read her family's inspiring story.
Boy, 8, raises £2k for brain tumour research in Santa run
Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
Over 80s get £422 monthly pension boost from DWP
Eligible pensioners aged 80+ can claim an extra £422.80 per month to top up low state pension payments. Learn about the DWP's Over 80 Pension, eligibility, and how to claim.
Girl beats cancer, supports local charity's Christmas appeal
An 11-year-old from Thundersley, now cancer-free after a rare sarcoma battle, stars in a local charity's Christmas campaign. Gold Geese supports families fighting childhood cancer in South East Essex. Donate to bring festive joy.
Bradford mum raises £1688 for young cancer charity
Karen Carr from Bradford raised £1,688.75 for Young Lives vs Cancer through an auction night, honouring her daughter Megan who died from cancer in 2017. Discover how you can support families facing childhood cancer.
Sugar Tax on Milkshakes and Lattes from 2028
The UK government will extend the sugar tax to pre-packaged milkshakes and milky coffees from January 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Find out how this affects you.
Report: Quarter of UK children obese by 2035
Urgent action needed as new report warns 24% of children could be clinically obese by 2035, with rising inactivity threatening health and wellbeing.
Juicy Couture UK comeback with new London stores
Iconic 90s brand Juicy Couture is planning a major UK high street return, with new London stores set to open next autumn following the success of its Westfield Stratford branch.
Kate Middleton's First Public Speech in Two Years
The Princess of Wales returns to public speaking, urging business leaders to invest in early childhood for a £45.5bn national benefit. Read her powerful message.
1996 Albums Spice Girls Kept From Number One
In 1996, the Spice Girls' debut album 'Spice' dominated the UK charts for 15 weeks, blocking major releases from artists like Céline Dion and The Beautiful South. Discover the albums that couldn't topple 'Girl Power'.
UKHSA: Measles twice as contagious as common cold
UK health officials issue urgent warning as measles cases rise. Parents urged to check children's MMR vaccine status to prevent serious illness.
Sara Cox's countryside life and farm tragedies
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox shares her rural upbringing and recent farm attacks affecting her father. Discover her countryside journey and current challenges.
Princess Kate to attend Future Workforce Summit
The Princess of Wales will attend the inaugural Future Workforce Summit in London, uniting business leaders to boost investment in early childhood development.
Popular 70s & 80s Wedding Gifts You Might Own
Take a nostalgic trip back to the 70s and 80s with these iconic wedding presents. Discover which retro gifts are making a comeback today.
30 classic albums turning 30 in 2026
Feeling nostalgic? Discover the 30 landmark albums from 1996 turning 30 in 2026, including Spice Girls, Daft Punk, Fugees and Korn. Relive the iconic music that defined a generation.
Sparkhill Childhood Art Exhibition in Birmingham
A new community exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by childhood in Sparkhill is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Free entry until 6 Jan 2026.
7 Must-Have 80s and 90s Items We All Wanted
Relive the nostalgia with these 7 iconic items from the 80s and 90s that defined cool. From tech game-changers to novelty gadgets, discover which ones you owned!
Squeeze Bassist John Bentley Dies Aged 68
The British music scene is in mourning following the death of Squeeze bassist John Bentley at age 68. Bandmate Jools Holland leads tributes to the influential musician who helped shape the sound of one of Britain's most beloved bands.
Homebuilder supports childhood cancer charity in Crewe
Leading Cheshire homebuilder Barratt Developments provides vital backing to local charity Hopes and Beams, supporting families affected by childhood cancer across Crewe and surrounding communities.
Terrifying firework safety films that haunted generations
Relive the shocking public information films about fireworks that traumatised 70s, 80s and 90s kids with their graphic safety warnings and unforgettable imagery.
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