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Edinburgh thug, 39, jailed for 9 years after firing Glock into ex-friend's home
Nicky Robertson, 39, has been sentenced to nine years for firing a Glock handgun into a former friend's home in Edinburgh. Read the full court details and police investigation.
Business
M&S 'Duvet Coat' with 20% Discount: Shoppers Hail 'Warmest Jacket Ever'
Shoppers are raving about the M&S Thermowarmth Quilted Coat, now £88. With a 4.8-star rating, it's praised for being 'like wearing a duvet'. Discover the best winter coat deals.
Culture
Percy Jackson Season 3: Cast Tease 'The Titan's Curse' Adaptation
Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries & Aryan Simhadri reveal exclusive hints for Percy Jackson season 3, adapting 'The Titan's Curse'. Get the latest on the Disney+ series.
Politics
Budleigh Salterton Garage Seeks Alcohol Licence for 6am-10pm Sales
Market Street Service Station Ltd applies to sell alcohol at Staddons Garage. Residents have until Jan 28, 2026 to submit representations to East Devon District Council.
Sport
Health
Snow Bomb Threat for UK North, Ice Warnings Active
A potential 'snow bomb' could hit parts of the UK this weekend, with up to 10 inches forecast for northern peaks. Ice warnings are in force. Get the latest Met Office updates and travel advice here.
Wolverhampton factory fire: Major toxic incident declared
A huge factory fire in Wolverhampton's Blakenhall area has triggered a major toxic incident. Over 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze as residents are told to stay indoors. Follow live updates.
Major Fire Service Response to Sutton Coldfield High-Rise Fire
A significant fire service operation in Sutton Coldfield saw 20 firefighters tackle a blaze in a nine-storey tower block on Berryfields Road. Three people evacuated safely. Read the full details.
Major Wolverhampton Fire Sends Smoke Cloud Over City
A huge fire on Sunbeam Street in Wolverhampton required 80 firefighters. Thick smoke drifted for miles, prompting health warnings. No injuries reported.
Birmingham hospitals in crisis as winter viruses surge
University Hospitals Birmingham declares a critical incident due to a huge spike in flu and norovirus cases. Learn the latest data, public health advice, and how services are coping.