Cognitive decline costs pensioners £30,000, warns IFS
New IFS research reveals cognitive decline erodes £30k of wealth for over-65s, urging urgent pension reforms and advance financial planning to protect savings.
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Card games boost memory and strategic thinking
Rediscover screen-free fun this festive season. Playing classic card games like Uno and Bridge provides a powerful cognitive workout, improving problem-solving, memory, and lowering dementia risk.
All-Year Christmas Café in Ironbridge Closes Doors
A festive café and shop in Ironbridge that celebrated Christmas daily has shut after six years. Owner Kim Warren cites rising bills and high street decline but will continue trading online.
Five diet rules linked to lower dementia risk
New research reveals five key principles of a Mediterranean diet that could enhance brain health and reduce dementia risk, impacting over 944,000 people in the UK. Discover the simple dietary changes that could make a difference.
Walsall high street has over 40 empty shops
Walsall's once-thriving high street now has over 40 vacant units, with locals describing a 'dying ghost town'. Discover the impact on community and business.
High Street Decline: Retail Footfall Falls in November
New data reveals a 0.8% year-on-year drop in UK retail footfall last month, driven by Autumn Budget tax fears and poor weather. Industry leaders call for a new high street revival plan.
Driving habits may be early warning sign of dementia
New research reveals that changes in driving habits, tracked by GPS, can detect mild cognitive impairment with 87% accuracy. Learn how this could lead to safer roads and earlier interventions.
Bearwood traders battle crime and litter crisis
Frustrated Bearwood traders reveal how crime, litter and 24/7 shops are driving customers away. Shop owners consider leaving as area's reputation suffers.
Petrol sales collapse as electric vehicle demand surges
New data reveals a dramatic shift in UK car sales, with electric vehicles capturing over a quarter of the market. Industry leaders warn government policy could jeopardise this green growth.
JD Sports profit hit by unemployment and warm weather
JD Sports Fashion warns annual profits will be at the lower end of forecasts due to rising UK unemployment and unseasonably warm autumn weather. Discover the full impact on sales.
Wales' start-up crisis: Business creation falls 25%
New data reveals Wales faces an entrepreneurial crisis with start-ups declining 25% - nearly double the UK average. Discover the economic impact and urgent solutions needed.
West Midlands house prices fall by up to £109k
House prices in the West Midlands have fallen by as much as £109,000 in a year. Discover the top 10 areas affected and the latest ONS data. Read the full report now.
Two Daily Tasks to Help Robins and Sparrows in Winter
Gardeners are urged to provide food and water twice daily for robins and sparrows this winter. Learn how to support these declining British bird species.
One Night of Poor Sleep Alters Brain Chemistry
Experts reveal how a single night of poor sleep can impair memory, focus, and emotional stability. Discover the science behind sleep cycles and practical tips for better rest.
NHS to roll out revolutionary online dementia test nationwide
Groundbreaking digital assessment tool set to transform early dementia diagnosis across the NHS, making detection faster and more accessible for millions.
Council's £15m town centre demolition plan
A bold £15 million regeneration scheme could see a struggling town centre purchased and demolished by the council in a dramatic bid to reverse years of decline and create a vibrant new community hub.
Save Our Hedgehogs: 6 Vital Protection Tips
Britain's hedgehog population is in dramatic decline. Discover six crucial dos and don'ts - including why you should never feed them bread - to help protect these iconic creatures in your own backyard.
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