Mellors Group Acquires Lightwater Valley Theme Park
Nottingham's Mellors Group buys North Yorkshire's Lightwater Valley for £3m, promising new rides and a family-focused revival in 2026. Discover the plans.
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Gary Neville's The Overlap Sold to Media Giant Global
Gary Neville's sports media venture, The Overlap, has been acquired by Global. The deal sees the broadcaster take a controlling stake, with plans to build a leading sports network. Read the full story.
TSB to Vanish from UK High Street in Santander Takeover
Santander's £2.65bn acquisition of TSB could see the familiar bank name disappear, triggering substantial branch closures and job losses. Find out what this means for millions of UK customers.
Miss England finalist named UK's bare faced top model
Paige Loren, 21, made Miss England history by competing makeup-free. She aims to inspire young women to embrace natural beauty and challenge social media filters.
Premier Forest Products expands with NTS acquisition
Newport's Premier Forest Products acquires National Timber Systems, saving 160 jobs and boosting UK timber engineering capacity. Read the full story on the strategic deal.
Next's £26 sports bra praised as 'best for running'
Shoppers are raving about Next's £26 Active Sports High Impact bra, calling it 'comfy', supportive and the ultimate choice for running. Discover why it's a hit.
M&S's £28 'Supportive' Sports Bra Sells Out Fast
Marks & Spencer's Goodmove Ultimate Support Sports Bra is flying off shelves. Shoppers praise its comfort and support for workouts. Get yours for £28 before it sells out.
Next's £20 'Squat-Proof' Leggings Praised by Shoppers
Gym-goers hail Next's £20 Power Active Sports Leggings as 'squat-proof' and better than pricier brands. See why shoppers are buying multiple pairs for workouts and casual wear.
BBC loses Commonwealth Games and Boat Race to rivals
The BBC's sports portfolio suffers a major blow as TNT Sports and Channel 4 secure rights to the Commonwealth Games and the historic Boat Race for 2026. Discover the details and what it means for viewers.
Birmingham NYE fireworks hoax disappoints crowds again
Hundreds gathered in Birmingham for a non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks display, misled by online rumours. West Midlands Police had issued warnings. Learn how to spot misinformation.
O2's final 3G shutdown warning to UK customers
Virgin Media O2 issues a final alert as its 3G network switch-off nears completion. Older 3G-only devices will lose mobile data access. Find out if you're affected and what to do.
Birmingham Police Warn of Fake New Year Fireworks Events
West Midlands Police issue a strict warning about non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks displays in Birmingham city centre, urging the public to ignore false social media posts.
Everyman Media Group CEO Alex Scrimgeour steps down
Alex Scrimgeour departs as Everyman Cinema CEO after nearly five years. Farah Golant takes interim role as the premium chain reports strong 2025 revenue growth. Read the latest business news.
Diana's media tactics aimed to upstage Charles, files show
Newly-released Irish state papers reveal Princess Diana's staff were 'far more skilled' in media battles and sought to upstage Prince Charles after their 1992 separation. Read the full story.
Birmingham leader warns of 1970s-style racism resurgence
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton condemns a surge in 'blatant racism' amplified by social media, urging action against hate speech and divisive flag campaigns.
Lloyds Bank Warns of £1,700 Social Media Ticket Scams
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Man held in Handsworth for smuggling ads on social media
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth for allegedly advertising illegal people smuggling services on social media. A second man was found illegally in the UK. Read the full details.
Man held in Handsworth for 'people smuggling ads on social media'
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth on suspicion of advertising people smuggling on social media. The NCA and West Midlands Police seized electronic devices in the raid. Read the full details.
Virgin Media O2 staff donate 450+ Christmas gifts to charity
Virgin Media O2 employees have spread festive cheer by donating over 450 presents to Action for Children centres across the UK through the Giving Trees initiative. Discover how they're making a difference.
UK PM Starmer Eyes Under-16 Social Media Ban
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.
Lloyds customers lose £436 each to fraudsters
Lloyds Bank warns of a surge in social media scams, with customers losing an average of £436. Ticket and driving test frauds are on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself.
Lloyds warns of £436 loss in top purchase scams
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Eight Sky and Virgin Media channels set to vanish
Eight TV channels, including MTV music stations and Pop kids' networks, are disappearing from Sky and Virgin Media. Find out the full list and what it means for viewers.
Move your router away from Bluetooth devices, UK warned
Experts warn common Bluetooth gadgets like Alexa can cripple your home Wi-Fi. Discover the simple fix to boost your broadband speed today.
North East tech firm hedgehog lab buys Edinburgh's Label Sessions
Newcastle-based digital consultancy hedgehog lab acquires Scottish innovation firm Label Sessions, creating a unique proposition combining AI delivery with a network of 500+ experts. Read the full story.
CMA Investigates ABF's Hovis Takeover
The UK's competition watchdog has launched a formal investigation into Associated British Foods' purchase of Hovis. The outcome could reshape the British bread market. Read the full details.
Council adds security after protest over racist posts
Staffordshire County Council deployed extra guards after a Reform UK-led meeting was disrupted by protesters demanding resignations over alleged racist social media posts. Read the latest.
Social media hijacker jailed for £124k crypto scam
Haroon Zaman, 23, impersonated victims and hijacked their accounts to promote a fake cryptocurrency investment scheme, conning over £124,000. Read the full details of the SEROCU investigation.
Wealth manager Perspective acquires Prosser Knowles
Chorley-based Perspective Financial Group expands with its 17th acquisition of 2025, adding £400m in assets and 27 staff from Gloucestershire's Prosser Knowles. Discover the strategic growth.
New Sports Club for Gracechurch Centre Car Park Roof
Plans submitted for a new racket sports and fitness club atop Sutton Coldfield's Gracechurch Centre car park, featuring padel, tennis & pickleball courts. Public consultation open.
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