Birmingham rapper jailed for petrol station flamethrower attack
Omar Abdirizak, known as Twista Cheese, sentenced to six years and nine months for robbery and arson after using a makeshift flamethrower at a Birmingham petrol station.
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20,000 Youth Training Pledges in West Midlands
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
Boy's 106-mile challenge for Wales Air Ambulance
Aron Lloyd, 10, raised £1,100 for Wales Air Ambulance by walking, cycling and running 106 miles after the charity helped him twice. Read his inspiring story of recovery and fundraising.
Guide Dog puppies cheer Gloucester Hartpury at Kingsholm
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.
Gogglebox star's age stuns fans on 65th birthday
Gogglebox favourite George Worthington celebrates his 65th birthday, leaving Channel 4 viewers stunned by his youthful appearance. Discover the fan reactions.
Leicester Team Rows Atlantic for MND Charities
Four adventurers, including a Leicester man, swap Christmas for a 3000-mile Atlantic row to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease charities. Support their epic challenge.
Blue Plaque for Dickens' First Christmas Carol Reading
A blue plaque commemorates Charles Dickens' first public reading of A Christmas Carol at Birmingham Town Hall in 1853. Discover this literary landmark and its heritage project.
Manchester Tree Recycling Raises £117K for Hospices
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Just Helping to collect and recycle Christmas trees across Greater Manchester. Register now to support local charities and eco-friendly disposal.
Half of Birmingham feels unsafe on roads
New research reveals 50% of Birmingham residents feel unsafe on local roads, with dangerous driving and poor conditions cited as major concerns. Discover the findings and what needs to change.
St Giles Hospice Winter Gala Raises £40,000
The inaugural St Giles Hospice Winter Gala at Moxhull Hall raised £40,000, funding over 1,330 hours of specialist end-of-life care. Discover how to support their 2026 event.
£30 gadget could be your best defence against car thieves
The Technaxx TX-100 plug-in alarm offers affordable vehicle security with motion detection and 110dB siren. Currently 25% off at £29.99. Protect your car today!
Parents give £411 a year to keep kids driving
A new study reveals the 'Bank of Mum and Dad' is essential for UK motorists, with one in three drivers receiving financial help for car costs. Discover the regional breakdown and expert advice.
Sara Cox shares marriage sleep struggles
BBC Radio 2 presenter Sara Cox opens up about sleeping separately from husband Ben due to snoring and anxiety. The star discusses her nighttime struggles and recent marathon achievement.
Christmas tree study reveals UK decorating habits
Discover how Brits decorate their Christmas trees with 39 ornaments taking 85 minutes. Learn about sentimental decorations and festive traditions that make the season magical.
Heartfelt Christmas Jewellery Sale: Up to 50% Off
Discover Hope Rings' Christmas sale with up to 50% off sentimental jewellery. Perfect gifts symbolising emotional bonds, with free worldwide shipping. Shop now.
Birmingham drug dealer jailed for attack and cannabis
Xiao Long Lin from Birmingham sentenced to over two years for vicious metal pole assault and dealing cannabis worth £12,000. Read the full court details.
Octopus Energy £100m funding for zero bills homes
Octopus Energy secures £100m funding to create over 1,000 homes with no energy bills for 5-10 years through innovative green technology. Discover how this world-first initiative tackles fuel poverty.
DWP pursues £763 debt from identity theft victim
A Birmingham woman fought the DWP for months after criminals fraudulently claimed Universal Credit in her name. Discover how she finally cleared her name after 190 phone calls.
Birmingham hospital car park road rage incident
A mother was knocked down in a Birmingham hospital car park during a road rage incident. Aprile Rogan received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Mum gets £100 Tesco Christmas food for £4
Discover how a savvy mum of six used Tesco Clubcard points to slash her £96 Christmas food shop to just £4. Learn her money-saving tricks anyone can replicate.
Couple trapped by £7,500 flat service charge
A Surrey couple say a soaring service charge has left them trapped, unable to sell their flat and expand their family. Discover their story and the management's response.
Household Goods Built to Last Over 100 Years
Discover the longest-surviving household goods, from Victorian sewing machines to 1970s microwaves, defying today's throwaway culture and still in daily use.
Family man died in fall after police taser incident
Ayuub Abdi, 34, fell to his death after being tasered by police while climbing through a window in Handsworth. The inquest continues as family pays tribute.
Girl, 9, mauled by XL Bully-type dog in Birmingham
A nine-year-old girl was horrifically mauled by an XL Bully-type dog in Erdington. Her mother recalls the chilling moment her daughter thought she would die. Police are searching for the owner.
Manchester approves 1,732 homes and £1bn project
Manchester's planning committee is set to approve over 1,700 new homes, a new shopping centre, and a key phase of a £1.7bn project. Discover the details of the city's transformation.
I'm A Celeb 2025 Net Worths: Jack Osbourne Tops List
Discover the staggering net worths of the I'm A Celebrity 2025 cast, from Angry Ginge's £1.1 million to Jack Osbourne's £11 million fortune. Find out who's the richest!
11-year-old girl dies in suspected drug death
An 11-year-old girl from Helensburgh has died in a suspected drug-related incident. Police Scotland has launched an investigation into the tragic death.
Man stabbed to death in Coventry: Murder probe launched
West Midlands Police have launched a murder investigation after a 53-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Aldrich Avenue, Tile Hill. A 28-year-old man is in custody. Call 101 with information.
Erdington arrest after machete and drugs found in car
West Midlands Police arrested a man in his 30s after discovering Class A drugs and a machete during a stop of a suspected stolen vehicle on Sutton Road. Read the full update.
Neighbour jailed for parking space stabbing in Glasgow
Stephen McAulay, 35, stabbed James Duncan multiple times in a parking row. The victim suffered life-changing injuries including significant vision loss. Read the full court details.
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