Viral 50p Bay Leaf Sleep Hack Sweeps UK
A viral social media trend revives an old wives' tale: placing a bay leaf under your pillow for better sleep. Discover the folklore and if a simple ritual could help you nod off.
A viral social media trend revives an old wives' tale: placing a bay leaf under your pillow for better sleep. Discover the folklore and if a simple ritual could help you nod off.
Take our nostalgic quiz to test your memory of classic primary school assembly hymns. Challenge your friends and see if you're an expert on these childhood 'bangers'.
Parenting expert Abi Clarke argues 'good attendance' awards are harmful and primary pupils need mental health days to prevent severe burnout. Discover her call for change.
Water Orton Primary School is set to reduce its yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils by 2027. Local MP Rachel Taylor blames HS2 disruption for families leaving the area. Read the full story.
The Sunshine Fund reflects on a busy 2025 of fundraising events, from a skydive to a coastal trek, supporting disabled children across the North East. Discover their year and how to get involved for 2026.
Next's Neutral Faux Fur Zip Through Jacket, priced at £64, has become a social media sensation. Shoppers love its stylish, expensive look and versatility. Discover why it's the winter must-have.
The WHO has issued a warning after two cases of the deadly MERS virus were confirmed in France, the first in Europe in over 10 years. Learn the symptoms and risks.
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Warwickshire's Reform UK leader vows to ignore council vote demanding he withdraw a letter to government seeking powers to cut school transport costs. Opposition unites against the move.
Staff from Firs Primary School in Derby brought Christmas magic to eight-year-old Michal Winter in hospital after he missed the school's 'Breakfast with Santa' due to his rare condition. Read this heartwarming story.
A simple, affordable acne treatment using a common antiseptic is trending on TikTok. Discover the breakout hack dermatologists are discussing and how to use it safely.
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
Amble Links Primary School's hilarious Elf on the Shelf antics, from sheep blockades to lifeboat theft, have become a beloved community tradition and an online sensation. Discover the festive mischief.
A simple DIY gift-wrapping station using an ironing board has taken the internet by storm, saving festive Brits from back pain. Discover the viral hack everyone wishes they'd known sooner.
Churches across Rochdale, including St Chad's, St Mary's, and St Luke's, announce their Christmas service schedules featuring carols, Holy Communion, and community events. Find times, officiants, and highlights for a festive welcome.
TikTok chef Veganezer's viral Christmas gravy recipe, using Marmite and red wine, has captivated both vegans and meat-eaters. Discover how to make this 'silky' showstopper for your festive feast.
Kristin Cabot reveals the devastating personal fallout after a viral Coldplay concert moment. Read her powerful plea for kindness in the digital age.
Riverdale star KJ Apa stuns fans with his completely transformed voice for the Jimmy Stewart biopic 'Jimmy'. The trailer has gone viral, with viewers comparing his accent work to Austin Butler's Elvis.
Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood brought families together with its annual Ho, Ho, Hogarth Christmas market. Read how the event fostered community trust and entrepreneurship.
Pupils at Larchwood Primary in Brentwood are shaping their school's future as junior governors, digital leaders, and eco champions. Discover how these roles build citizenship.
Young professionals in Birmingham are invited to a 20s & 30s singles mixer on January 8, 2026. Enjoy a night of socialising and potential connections at The Waters Edge. Tickets £20.
Larchwood Primary in Brentwood invites parents to read with pupils each term, fostering a love of books and boosting vocabulary. Headteacher Steve Bowsher shares the success story.
Malvern College head Keith Metcalfe stars in a hilarious Mission Impossible parody to announce the end of term. Watch the two-minute festive film now!
Discover the exclusive list of Birmingham primary schools rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. Parents must submit applications by January 15 for September 2026 intake.
The Department for Education confirms a £50m free school in Walsall, creating 1000 places. Windsor Academy Trust will deliver the project, which faces local opposition over its Reedswood Park site.
A planned 150-place special school in Shirley, Solihull, has been cancelled after the government redirected £3bn to create specialist places in mainstream schools. Council leader expresses disappointment.
A teenager from St Peter's Catholic School in Solihull has been arrested and bailed over alleged indecent images. Police and school are cooperating as the investigation continues.
A teenager from St Peter's Catholic School in Solihull has been arrested and bailed over indecent images allegations. Police and school confirm safeguarding is priority. Contact us.
Grimsargh St Michael’s C of E Primary School receives a £25,000 parish council grant to kickstart a £100,000 playground transformation, aiming for a more inclusive, nature-rich space for local children.
The executive headteacher of two Birmingham nursery schools is absent as the council conducts a confidential internal process. Both schools remain open.