How to Start Running with Couch to 5K App Expert Tips
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Dog Anxiety Supplement at 69p a Day Is 'Life-Changing'
PAWD's Calming Starter Pack offers a natural supplement for anxious dogs at under £1 per day, with 20% off for new customers using code FIRST20.
JLR Worker Dies at 37 After Bowel Cancer Battle
Liam Kerry, a 37-year-old Jaguar Land Rover model maker from Birmingham, died after a three-year battle with bowel cancer. He wrote 99 short stories for a book published posthumously by a friend.
Pensioners Urged to Claim Pension Credit for Thousands
Pensioners may be missing out on thousands in financial support. Experts urge checking eligibility for Pension Credit, which unlocks extra benefits.
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HMRC Warns Parents Earning Over £60k on Child Benefit
HMRC warns parents earning over £60,000 that they may need to repay some Child Benefit via the High Income Child Benefit Charge. Learn how the threshold works.
Brave Birmingham Girl Runs 8.5 Miles for Mum's Memory
Isabel Lee, 10, is running the Great Midlands Fun Run to honor her mum Sarah, who died from cancer in 2025. She has raised over £2,000 for St Giles Hospice.
M&S £20 Cooling Bed Sheets Rated Best by Hot Sleepers
Marks & Spencer's Stay Cool Lyocell Rich Fitted Sheet, from £20, earns praise from hot sleepers for regulating temperature and wicking moisture.
Mistaken Virus Leads to Leukaemia Diagnosis for Birmingham Girl
A Birmingham mum shares her shock after her five-year-old daughter was diagnosed with rare lymphoblastic leukaemia, initially mistaken for a virus.
Prostate Cancer Campaigner Lost 54 Relatives, Urges Black Men
Simeon Greene, who lost 54 relatives including three brothers to prostate cancer, shares key questions to ask and urges black men to break the silence and get tested early.
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Dudley Toddler Had Ruptured Colon Before Death at Nursery
Noah Sibanda, 14 months, died at Fairytales Day Nursery after being forced to nap. He had a ruptured colon and was restrained, a court heard.
Erdington Gran Dies After Hospital Fall and Pneumonia
Mary Breen, 85, from Erdington, died after a fall at Good Hope Hospital and contracting hospital-acquired pneumonia, an inquest heard. Her family persuaded her to seek help for a swollen foot.
DWP £441 Monthly for Pensioners with Arthritis
Millions of pensioners with arthritis could claim up to £441 monthly via Attendance Allowance, but many don't apply. The benefit is not means-tested and doesn't require a carer.
Family Gets Justice After 85-Year-Old Dies Following Fall
Mary Breen, 85, died after falling at Good Hope Hospital. The coroner ruled her death from natural causes contributed by fall injuries. Her family says they achieved justice.
DWP Abolishes Two More Benefits from June 2026
The DWP confirms Employment and Support Allowance and Housing Benefit will end on 30 June 2026, as part of the move to Universal Credit.
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UK Ramipril Shortage: Pharmacies Face Supply Problems
A serious shortage of ramipril 1.25mg capsules has been issued across the UK, limiting patients to one month's supply amid supply chain issues.
Birmingham Stabbing: Man Seriously Injured in Longbridge
A man in his 20s was seriously injured in a stabbing on Frankley Beeches Road, Longbridge. Police are investigating, reviewing CCTV, and appealing for witnesses.
Dad-of-nine wins payout after NHS misdiagnosis led to leg amputation
Ron Bigwood, 69, from Essex, lost his right leg below the knee after a misdiagnosis at NHS Broomfield Hospital. He secured a six-figure settlement after the trust admitted 95% liability.
Family gets £1m+ after joiner dies from asbestos cancer
Rick Oakes, 67, died from mesothelioma after asbestos exposure in Kirklees schools. His family received over £1m compensation from the council.
Stroke Awareness: FAST Test Guide Can Save Lives
As Stroke Awareness Month nears, experts share critical FAST test steps to identify stroke symptoms, act quickly, and avoid dangerous mistakes to improve survival chances.
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Free TV Licences for Pension Credit Recipients Over 75 (25.04.2026)
DWP benefit recipients aged 75+ with Pension Credit can get free BBC TV licences. Discounts also available for blind people and those in residential care.
EV Adoption Stalls Over Charging and Battery Fears
Electric vehicle adoption in the UK is stalling due to driver concerns over charging infrastructure and battery life, with 54% anxious about powering their cars.
Stockport NHS Catering Team Wins Two National Awards
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust's catering team has won two national awards, including Hospital Catering of the Year and Caterer of the Year, recognizing their high standards and dedication.
Cancer Survivor Urges Testing: Survival Shouldn't Be Luck
Former Walsall councillor Ian Shires, a bowel cancer survivor, urges people to get tested after missing two chances. He organizes an awareness event.
Teen Slams Doctor's 'Excited' Reaction to Rare Cancer Diagnosis
Tashifa Islam, 20, was diagnosed with rare nasopharyngeal carcinoma at 16. She criticizes doctors for talking to her parents and a lack of sensitivity, backing the Teenage Cancer Trust's campaign.
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Baking brownies improved mum's mental health by 90%
Rachael Vitins from Tipton shares how baking brownies silenced the voices in her head and improved her mental health by 90%, ahead of opening The Brownie Bakery & Wine Bar in Chelmsley Wood.
Pensioners born before 1960 urged to reject DWP bonus
State pensioners born before 1960 are being urged to refuse Winter Fuel Allowance payments to avoid tax clawback, with HMRC reclaiming the bonus from those earning over £35,000.
DWP Sends £458 Attendance Allowance to Pensioners in May
The DWP has increased Attendance Allowance to £458 per month for state pensioners with disabilities, including arthritis. Age UK offers application tips to help claimants.
Sikh Woman Raped by Man Who Mistook Her for Muslim
A Sikh woman who came to the UK for a better life was raped by a stranger who mistook her for Muslim. She bravely faced her attacker in court as he was jailed for life.
Film in Memory of Birmingham Student Dan Collins
James Mason's short film 'You Alright Mate' honors Dan Collins, a 22-year-old student who died by suicide. The film urges men to check on friends.
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Boy Hit by Car Near Netherton Primary School
A young boy was taken to hospital after being hit by a car near Netherton CE Primary School on Friday morning. His injuries are not believed to be serious.
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