Community
How to Prune Rosemary for a Bushier, Healthier Plant This Spring
Learn the best time and technique to prune rosemary for a compact, fragrant bush. Expert tips on cutting softwood vs hardwood and avoiding common mistakes.
Business
New Partnership Launched to Boost £1.7bn West Midlands Defence Sector
A new Regional Defence and Security Cluster (RDSC) has been launched in the West Midlands to boost the defence sector, which employs 23,500 people and has an annual MOD spend of £1.7bn.
Culture
New Cake Place Bakery in Stirchley Offers Treats Under £2
The Cake Place on Dads Lane in Stirchley offers huge cakes, cookies, and savouries for under £2, with a sunny terrace and low prices for everyone.
Politics
£1bn Hidden Council Tax Rise Hits 9 Million UK Households
Nearly 9 million households in England face an extra £1bn hidden council tax bill as parish councils raise precepts by 8.2% on average, with no cap on increases.
Sport
Health
DWP Changes PIP, ESA and Attendance Allowance Payments May 22
The DWP is changing payment dates for PIP, ESA, and Attendance Allowance due to the May bank holiday. Affected claimants will receive payments on May 22.
DWP Cuts Universal Credit Health Payments by Half
New DWP rules cut Universal Credit health payments to £217.26/month for new claimants, half the previous rate of £429.80. Existing claimants with severe conditions retain full amount.
Woman to Have Both Legs Amputated After They Bent Backwards
Megan Dixon, 21, from Cambridgeshire, is set to have both legs amputated after they bent upwards at a 45-degree angle, causing unbearable pain for eight years.
UK's Most Dangerous Insect: Tick Bite Risks
Ticks, the UK's most dangerous insect, can transmit Lyme disease with a single bite. Learn prevention, removal, and symptoms to stay safe on summer walks.
State Pensioners Born Before 1951 Get £736 Every 4 Weeks
State pensioners born before 1951 will see increased payments of £736 every four weeks from the DWP, thanks to the triple lock. The basic state pension has risen by 4.8% in April.
