Free Brain Games Magazine in Sunday Mercury
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
Get a free 24-page Brain Games for Adults magazine inside the Sunday Mercury. Packed with puzzles to boost memory and sharpen thinking, it's the perfect New Year brain workout. Pick up your copy!
A woman was arrested after police found a stolen puppy whimpering under a pile of clothes in Washwood Heath. 'Stechie' was reunited with his owner just in time for Christmas.
Teenagers will be offered paid gap years with the UK armed forces from 2026, as part of a new 'whole of society' defence strategy. Discover how the scheme works and who can apply.
Manchester's Agy Górzyńska, a three-time world champion arm wrestler, reveals her unusual secret to success: a chicken liver breakfast. Discover her journey from construction site contests to global glory.
Birmingham City FC has appointed global architects Populous to design their new training centre at the Sports Quarter, a key step in the major east Birmingham regeneration project. Discover the plans.
Birmingham City's owners Knighthead have selected global architects Populous to design the club's new unified training centre at the Sports Quarter, a key step in the major redevelopment project.
As the King's Trust nears its 50th anniversary, new polling reveals deep public concern over youth joblessness in Wales. Director Sarah Jones calls for urgent collaboration to unlock potential.
Former Strictly pro James Jordan claims 2025 winner Karen Carney had prior dance training, challenging the show's 'non-dancer' narrative. Read his explosive GMB interview.
The UK government announces major animal welfare reforms, banning puppy farms and trail hunting by 2029. Critics call it a 'war on the countryside'. Discover the full details.
The UK government has launched a major new animal welfare strategy, proposing bans on electric shock collars and trail hunting. Discover the full scope of the transformative plans.
The Labour government launches its landmark Animal Welfare Strategy, targeting illegal puppy farms and livestock attacks. Owners face new rules and bans.
Plans for an Eton Star Academy sixth form in Dudley have been approved, promising 240 places. Local politicians clash over whether it's the right investment for the town's youth.
Taylor Swift's personal trainer reveals the intense six-day-a-week regimen behind her Eras Tour stamina. Discover the routine so tough it could make you sick.
Five future guide dogs experienced the sights and sounds of Bristol Airport in a special training visit. Learn how this prepares them for life-changing work and how the airport supports assistance dogs.
Trevor Mountford from Doncaster has been honoured as Puppy Socialiser of the Year by Support Dogs for nurturing puppies into life-changing autism assistance dogs. Discover how you can volunteer.
A major independent review, led by Alan Milburn, will investigate the surge in young people not in work or education. The probe aims to tackle 'uncomfortable truths' and find solutions.
The Animal Welfare Bill has become law, banning the import of young, mutilated, and heavily pregnant pets. Discover how this crackdown protects animals and buyers.
A contractor at Birmingham Airport forged 85 training certificates, risking 'catastrophic' security failures. Read the full investigation into the breach that nearly closed operations.
Lloyds Bank and the MTC have trained over 5,000 people in a £15m partnership, tackling the UK's manufacturing skills gap. Discover how this initiative supports SMEs.
Premier League legend Sam Allardyce makes sensational dugout return through Mirror Sport competition. Enter now for chance to have Big Sam manage your Sunday League side while supporting lifesaving CPR campaign.
The FPRO Ball Mastery Mat, backed by Marcelo, is now 70% off. Perfect for improving football skills at home this Christmas. Don't miss this huge UK Black Friday deal!
Nearly 7,000 Lancashire secondary students explore AI, cybersecurity and robotics through innovative MEGA Hubs programme. Discover how this initiative bridges the digital skills gap.
Sunderland's Moralbox has raised £550,000 to scale its AI-powered training and compliance platform, helping high-risk industries manage workforce skills in real-time. Discover their growth plans.
The Persimmon Foundation donates £50,000 to Stephens and George Charitable Trust for vocational training, supporting 100 young people in Merthyr Tydfil. Discover how this transforms local futures.
A dilapidated former children's home on Stevens Avenue in Bartley Green could be converted into a new training and treatment centre for healthcare professionals, pending council approval.
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
Heart-warming moment as Guide Dog puppies in training formed a guard of honour for Gloucester Hartpury players, highlighting the charity's vital volunteer needs. Support their life-changing work today.
Barchester Healthcare's National Chef Academy hits a milestone of one million meals per month, training chefs for rewarding careers in care homes. Discover a culinary career with purpose.
A new partnership between the Premier League and West Midlands Combined Authority aims to help 29,000 young people find employment through training and work experience opportunities.
Ian Northcott, a 60-year-old personal trainer from Bromsgrove, is a finalist for the UK Coaching Change a Life Award for his transformative work with older clients. Discover his inspiring story.