Hundreds duped by fake Birmingham fireworks again
Hundreds of revellers braved freezing temperatures in Birmingham for a non-existent NYE fireworks display, fooled for a second year by AI-generated online adverts. Learn how to spot misinformation.
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£80 fines for wheelie bin rule breaches in England
Households in England could face £80 fixed penalties for bin placement issues causing a nuisance. Learn the rules to avoid fines.
Birmingham bin strikes create festive waste crisis
Birmingham's bin strike crisis continues as Christmas waste rots on streets. Residents describe 'hellish' conditions with no end in sight for the year-long industrial action.
Trump Supporters Praise US Strikes on IS in Nigeria
US Christmas Day military strikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria have been celebrated by key Trump allies as a decisive move to protect Christians. Read the full reaction.
Birmingham bin strike: New Year 'mega-picket' planned
Birmingham could see renewed disruption as unions plan a major 'mega-picket' in support of the long-running bin strike, with fears of more rubbish and rat infestations. Read the latest on the escalating dispute.
Italy strikes to disrupt flights for thousands of passengers
Air travel in Italy faces major disruption as strikes hit on December 17. Thousands of passengers could see flights delayed or cancelled. Know your passenger rights for compensation.
CrossCountry Christmas rail strikes called off by RMT
CrossCountry reinstates normal December timetable after RMT suspends strikes. MD Shiona Rolfe warns of potential short-notice cancellations. Get the latest travel updates.
Birmingham bin collections suspended amid strike
Bin collections in Birmingham are suspended as agency workers join the strike. Rubbish piles up amid allegations of bullying and threats from council management. Read the latest.
Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency workers walk out
All bin collections in Birmingham suspended after agency staff join the ongoing strike. Unite union claims bullying and blacklisting threats, while the council denies allegations. Find out the latest.
Birmingham bin strikes suspend all collections
Birmingham's bin collection service is suspended due to mass pickets by agency and council workers. The council aims to resume collections tomorrow. Read the latest on the dispute.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike action
Agency refuse workers in Birmingham join ongoing bin strikes over alleged bullying and harassment. Unite union warns dispute could continue beyond May elections.
Italy strikes: UK tourists warned of major travel disruption
UK travellers to Italy face major disruption from nationwide strikes on Nov 27-28 & Dec 12. Plan ahead for transport chaos, delays, and cancellations during your trip.
CrossCountry Christmas strikes announced by RMT
RMT union announces four days of CrossCountry train strikes in December over pay and staffing, causing major Christmas travel disruption. Plan your journeys now.
Christmas rail strikes announced for four Saturdays
CrossCountry rail strikes on four consecutive Saturdays in December will cause travel misery for Christmas shoppers and families. RMT union cites unresolved pay and staffing issues.
Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans revealed
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a revolutionary 62,000-capacity stadium, the 'Powerhouse', set to open by 2030. A £3bn project set to transform the city's skyline and become a global beacon for sport and entertainment.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Birmingham bin strikes escalate as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency staff
Birmingham's bin strike intensifies as agency workers vote to join the picket lines from December 1, with Unite warning the dispute could last beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Agency workers in Birmingham vote to join official bin strike picket lines from December 1, escalating the dispute over pay and jobs. Read the latest developments.
NHS may cut staff to cover £240m doctor strike costs
Health leaders warn NHS may cut frontline staff and reduce operations to cover £240m doctor strike costs. Thousands of appointments at risk as five-day walkout begins.
Doctor: Don't judge those who can't afford to strike
A doctor urges against judging medics working through NHS strikes, revealing many can't afford to lose pay due to financial pressures and family commitments.
Police clash with protesters at Israeli-linked Birmingham factory
West Midlands Police confronted demonstrators during tense Birmingham protests targeting an Israeli defence contractor factory. Latest updates on arrests and community tensions.
Junior Doctors Reject Pay Offer, NHS Strikes Escalate
Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses junior doctors of holding the country to ransom after they reject inflation-busting pay deal, triggering fresh NHS walkouts that threaten to cripple healthcare services.
Labour's urgent offer to end NHS doctors' strikes
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting extends olive branch to junior doctors in dramatic bid to halt NHS walkouts and begin pay negotiations immediately if Labour wins power.
Tube strikes cancelled after RMT pay deal agreement
London Underground workers have accepted a groundbreaking pay deal, ending threat of further Tube strikes. The RMT union's agreement brings 5% pay rise and includes major concessions on working conditions.
Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested
Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.
Wheelie Bin Mistakes Could Cost You £1,000
UK households face hefty penalties for common wheelie bin errors including overfilling, wrong placement and contamination. Learn how to avoid costly fines.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Italy Airport Strikes Disrupt 50,000 Passengers
Massive airport strikes across Italy threaten to disrupt travel plans for tens of thousands of passengers, with widespread flight cancellations and delays expected throughout the country's major transport hubs.
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