Community
Pet Thefts Down 11% But 4 Dogs Stolen Daily: New Report Reveals
A new report shows 4 pets stolen daily in the UK, with 25,000 taken over 11 years. Theft of French bulldogs, dachshunds, and cocker spaniels rises despite 2024 law.
Business
Tesco Expands Meal Deal Trial to 39 Stores with Hot Breakfast and Lunch Options
Tesco is trialling new hot breakfast and lunch options in its Meal Deal across 39 UK stores, with items like sausage rolls, croissants, and paninis for £5.50 with a Clubcard.
Culture
Herefordshire Glamping Retreat Shortlisted for Visit England Award
Kaya at Blackhill Farm in Herefordshire is a finalist for Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year, offering stargazing in outdoor baths, just two hours from Birmingham.
Politics
DWP Carer's Allowance £345 payment change kicks in this Friday
The DWP confirms Carer's Allowance payments of £345.80 per month will be paid early this Friday due to the Bank Holiday weekend. Claimants should check their accounts.
Sport
Health
NS&I Bereavement Repayments May Take Until Mid-2027
NS&I updates bereaved families: compensation repayments from the bereavement scandal may not be completed until June 2027, with affected customers contacted from next week.
Portable Air Cooler Deal for Summer Heat
Discover a top-rated portable air cooler deal to beat the heat. This 4L cooling fan offers relief during hot summer days with energy-efficient operation.
Spain Measles Warning: Cases Double in Tourist Hotspot
UK tourists warned after measles outbreak in Spain's Murcia region sees cases double in a week. Eight confirmed cases reported. Symptoms and risks explained.
Birmingham woman, 88, dies after antibiotic reaction
An inquest heard that June Cartwright, 88, from Erdington, died from an anaphylactic reaction to amoxicillin at Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield.
HMRC Digital Tax Rule for £30,000+ Earnings
HMRC confirms Making Tax Digital for income over £30,000 from April 2027, affecting self-employed and landlords. New rules start April 2026 for £50,000+.
