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When is Hajj 2025? Saudi Arabia announces pilgrimage dates and new rules

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca takes place in the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar

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Drink-driving arrest after three car smash in Birmingham

It follows a crash on Hamstead Hill, in Handsworth Wood, last week

UK tourists warned over visiting one island in Greece because 'vibe has changed'

Hundreds of earthquakes have hit the tourist hotspot of Santorini this week, sparking fears about the safety of the constant construction on the cliffs.

Foreign Office issues 'five' strict new rules UK tourists must follow in Turkey

Britons heading to Turkey are being warned about the risk of counterfeit alcohol after at least 103 deaths in the popular holiday destination.

Foreign Office warns UK tourists must follow 'five' strict new rules in Egypt

The Foreign Office has warned UK tourists of new guidance for those preparing to go on liveaboards in the go-to holiday hotspot.

Foreign Office warns UK tourists to 'immediately depart' holiday hotspot

The area around the Cycladic islands of Santorini (Thira), Anafi, Ios and Amorgos, is currently experiencing frequent earthquakes, the Foreign Office has warned.

Drivers can follow 'simple' tip to save themselves £195 in car tax before April

Under the Labour Party government, car tax and Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) is set to skyrocket for road users, motorists and drivers up and down the country.

Millions of drivers have 'exemption' scrapped meaning they face £15 daily charge

From 25 December 2025, all vehicles, including electric and hydrogen-powered models, will be required to pay the £15 London Congestion Charge.

Four in five drivers face having to pay 'surcharge' on top of car tax in April

Government and Chancellor Rachel Reeves is being urged to change the threshold for a new tax on electric vehicles (EVs) due to take effect from April.

Police in Birmingham stalking probe issue picture of man in 999 appeal

West Midlands Police said they want to locate Emmanuel Johnson, 29, from Birmingham, who has links to Moseley and Kings Heath

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Mechanic warns drivers face £5,000 charge over 'one' car part

Scotty Kilmer, a mechanic with a hefty YouTube following, has issued a warning over lighting up the rears which could leave the transmission heavily damaged - costing road users thousands.

Warning issued to millions of UK households using two pillows in bed at night

A sleep expert has issued a serious warning to millions of UK households about sleeping with two pillows at night - and why you need to stop doing so.

Drivers urged to spend £5 immediately after DVLA warning over 61,000 cars

Drivers across the country have been urged to buy an affordable accessory that could help them keep their car safe.

US fast food chain which is 'better than KFC' opening 16 new UK restaurants

Slim Chickens is known for its a selection of fried chicken meals - after making its way across the pond in 2020.

Two arrested for drug and driving offences around city centre

Two men have been detained by a team of officers based around the city centre

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DWP guarantees PIP payments for four groups of people 'for next five years'

Under light touch review reviews, thousands have a monthly award of up to £737.20 for five years or more.

HMRC issues £4,000 warning to millions of workers who claim expenses

If it turns out you aren’t eligible to claim, you’re still responsible for any claims made on your behalf.

West Midlands set for new US chicken chain that will 'rival' KFC

Slim Chickens, which already has a store in Wolverhampton, is set to open 16 new sites in the UK including one in the West Midlands

Response times to 999 calls in West Midlands improving but still 'scope for improvement'

The number of calls made to West Midlands Police on the 999 and 101 numbers have increased year on year

M&S urges Labour government to delay 'poorly planned' new rules for stores

Chief executive of Marks & Spencer has called on the UK government to delay or ease planned tax and recycling charges, claiming the retail industry is being “raided like a piggy bank”.

DWP announces sweeping changes to solve 'nightmare' 1.5 million people face

It comes after the Labour Party government and the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) announced plans to crackdown on joblessness through its Back to Work plan.

Police witness 'shocking behaviour' during Monday morning school-run

Halesowen Police visited Wollescote Primary School on the back of "serious concerns for safety"

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Drivers face £5,000 fines for not leaving cyclists 'at least 1.5 metres' space

Under laws pushed through three years ago by the Conservative Party, drivers can be fined up to £5,000 for careless driving or what has now been named "close pass" travelling.

Face of mum standing by her daughter's killer after 'play fight' murder

Sarah Hall was in the house when her partner, Simon Vickers, killed their 14-year-old daghter, Scarlett Vickers

26 million UK households urged to 'act now' over 'default' energy bill rule

Research from Uswitch has found that the new energy price cap, to be announced in February and come into effect from April 2025, could cost households around the UK nearly £3 billion in higher energy costs.

Dad jailed for life for murdering his teenage daughter in what he claimed was a 'play fight'

Simon Vickers, 50, stabbed his 14-year-old daughter, Scarlett Vickers, in the heart

DWP faces court challenge over 'outdated and unfair' benefit payment rule

Two bereaved parents have filed a case at the European court of human rights, claiming that the UK government’s treatment of them is discriminatory.

Martin Lewis issues update over ISA thresholds 'being cut' by Labour

The BBC Sounds and ITV star said "there's lots of speculation written up as news, but absolutely zilch has been announced" amid swirling rumours cash free ISAs could be targeted by the Labour Party.