An asylum seeker in the small Midlands town of Nuneaton has made a desperate plea, claiming he felt safer in war-torn Somalia, as tensions over the UK's immigration policy reach a boiling point with nightly protests.
A successful Midlands entrepreneur was subjected to a torrent of racist abuse from a passing motorist during a live television interview, sparking a police investigation and widespread condemnation.
A West Midlands pastor's peaceful protest against the removal of a Black History Month mural has ignited a fierce debate on racial equality, community values, and local council decision-making in the UK.
The Met Office issues a geomagnetic storm warning as a powerful solar ejection races towards Earth, promising a spectacular aurora display visible from unexpected UK latitudes.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct link between long-term exposure to traffic, rail, and aircraft noise and a heightened risk of suffering a stroke. Discover the alarming findings and which areas pose the greatest threat to your health.
East Midlands Railway is pioneering a new GPS-based ticketing system on its Liverpool-Norwich route, allowing passengers to simply show their phone for inspection, eliminating the need for QR code scans.
Dramatic video captures the terrifying moment a train smashes into a car stranded on a level crossing in the UK. The driver miraculously survived after a barrier came down on his vehicle, trapping him on the tracks.
West Midlands Police launch investigation after a Birmingham Islamic centre was defaced with a St George's Cross and offensive graffiti, in an incident condemned by community leaders.
A 15-year-old neo-Nazi fanatic from the West Midlands has been sentenced to custody after amassing a terrifying arsenal of weapons, including crossbows and machetes, for a planned attack on his school.
Discover how Cadbury World in Birmingham became a beloved UK attraction, celebrating over three decades of chocolate history, royal visits, and family fun. Explore its magical evolution.
Exclusive: A groundbreaking partnership between the Met Office and Network Rail is using hyper-local weather forecasting to combat delays and revolutionise Britain's railway network. Discover how AI and real-time data could end weather-related disruption
Network Rail has been handed a £6.7 million fine for safety failures that led to the 2020 Stonehaven train derailment, which resulted in three fatalities. The sentencing at the High Court in Glasgow concludes a major legal case following the tragic accide
France's state-owned railway company, SNCF, has been ordered to pay a €1,000 fine after a court ruled the noise from its trains in Brittany was unacceptable, following a unique complaint centred on a resident's distressed cat.
West Midlands Police charge three men with kidnap and false imprisonment after an 11-year-old boy was abducted in West Bromwich. The suspects remain in custody awaiting a court appearance.
Shocking footage emerges of a young boy playing a deadly 'game of chicken' with a moving steam train on the Isle of Man. Police have launched an urgent investigation into the reckless incident that has horrified locals and railway enthusiasts.
A magnificent 19th-century Scottish castle with its own private railway station, servants' quarters, and extensive stables has hit the market for a staggering £15 million. Discover this unique piece of heritage.
Exclusive ONS data reveals Wales's population fell for the first time since the 1850s, while England's West Midlands became the fastest-growing region outside London, signalling a major post-pandemic demographic shift.
Great Western Railway's ambitious project to serve Guinness at 15,000 feet has been scrapped after costs soared to nearly half a million pounds, sparking public outcry over the use of taxpayer funds.
West Midlands Police launch urgent manhunt for a knifeman who sexually assaulted a woman in a Birmingham alleyway. CCTV image released as public warned to stay vigilant.
A Southeastern Railway passenger received a staggering £2,500 fine in a controversial penalty case. Discover the full story behind this unprecedented fine and how to avoid similar travel penalties.
The GMB union announces a significant expansion effort, targeting 50,000 new members in the West Midlands and North East England to bolster worker representation in key industrial sectors.
Discover the enchanting Grandhotel Giessbach in Switzerland, a timeless family retreat with a historic funicular, breathtaking waterfalls, and old-world charm that captivates both parents and children.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper was swiftly evacuated from a Holiday Inn in Castle Bromwich after a suspicious vehicle triggered a major security scare, involving a controlled explosion by bomb squad officers.
A blind man was targeted in a horrific firebomb attack on his home in Walsall after flying England flags. The assailant, feared to be armed with acid, screamed hate-filled threats in a shocking case of disability hate crime.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a powerful address on Independence Day, pledging victory against Russia amid a wave of missile strikes on civilian targets, including a railway station, resulting in multiple casualties.
The family of Matt Greasley, a seemingly healthy 37-year-old from the West Midlands, are left devastated after he suffered a fatal cardiac arrest caused by an undiagnosed heart condition. They now urge others to learn the warning signs they never saw.
Amtrak and NASA join forces in a groundbreaking collaboration to develop high-tech, safer, and more efficient trains, signalling a new era for rail transport in the US with potential global implications.
Dramatic footage captures a violent street brawl involving a large group of men, some armed with knives and weapons, on a residential street in Birmingham. Police are investigating the disturbing incident which has left the local community in shock.
A devoted father battling terminal lung cancer was brutally gunned down in a drive-by shooting outside a pizza takeaway in West Bromwich, leaving his family shattered and a community in mourning.