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UK plans social media ban for under‑16s

The UK’s planned social media ban marks a major shift in how governments regulate children’s digital lives. With enforcement expected in spring 2027, millions of young people - and the tech companies they use - will need to adapt to a new online landscape aimed at prioritising safety over unrestricted access.

KIC Radio Honoured with Employer Contribution Award at Walsall College STAR Awards

KIC Radio has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to student development after receiving the Employer Contribution Award at this year’s Walsall College STAR Awards.

Young Filmmaker Shines Spotlight on Knife Crime Awareness

Molly Strafford, a young filmmaker from Aldridge, is being recognised for using creativity to tackle a serious issue affecting young people today - knife crime.

Wolverhampton Young Citizen Awards Open for Nominations

Wolverhampton is full of young people doing incredible things, and now it’s time to shine a spotlight on them. The 2026 Wolverhampton Young Citizen Awards are officially open for nominations, and the city’s community is being asked to help recognise the next generation of local heroes.

Cleveland police chief proud of force but being 'let down' by funding

Victoria Fuller speaks to the BBC after a fatal crash which killed seven people, including two police officers.

Woman whose XL bully dog killed her cousin given suspended prison sentence

Kelcie Reed admitted being in control of a dangerous dog which killed 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett.

Amateur sleuth uncovers 80-vehicle chop shop

Amateur detective work by a man whose car was stolen leads to 10 arrests.

John Bishop cancels shows after motorbike accident with Tim Peake

A live comedy gig is cancelled as well as Bishop taking part in Sir Chris Hoy's charity bike ride.

Hospital 'used model skeleton' for patient's drip

A mum says her daughter, 28, was in an A&E corridor with a drip on a model skeleton as all beds were taken.

Woman who killed her paralysed sister is sentenced

Michelle Neill's sister Kelly, 48, was found by paramedics in "toxic" conditions in October 2022.

Queen's joy at 'happy ending to a terrible story'

The Queen was one of a number of high-profile figures who donated books a library that was burned down.

Convicted murderer recorded himself planning to kidnap a teenager

Paul Sharpe, from Stockport, was sentenced to a life with a minimum term of eight years.

School boss banned after Ofsted death wish

Lee Hessey, who ran a school trust in Nottinghamshire, has also referred to parents as "vermin".

Footballer who pulled braid out of ex's head sentenced

Former Premier League winger Jordon Ibe admitted assaulting his former partner during an argument.

'Not only did I survive, I thrived' - Meera Syal

The Wolverhampton-born comedian and actress shares her experiences in her new memoir.

Dog 'grounded' after rescue from roof of house

Sweetie was on the roof of a two-storey house after climbing through a first-floor bedroom window.

Man skipping length of UK to 'spread joy and kindness'

Krish Patel is doing the equivalent of 40 marathons in 40 days for a charity challenge.

'I didn't want a wedding car, I wanted a dragon boat'

A newly married couple take an unusual method of transport to their wedding reception.

'I'd rather die than ring the police': Distrust and fear in Middlesbrough after A66 crash

BBC News visits town where violence has escalated after the fatal crash and residents say they are living in fear.

'I built my own home to beat the London housing crisis'

How people in London decided to build their own homes, learning new skills and finding stability.

'Gromit was nearly a cat!': Secrets from 50 years of Aardman

Aardman turns 50 with stories of cat-like Gromit, silent Shaun and Chicken Run's Oscar legacy.

'Our son's law will save generations of children'

The family of Benedict Blythe, who died after an allergic reaction, praise a new law.

'We are being priced out of watching Test cricket'

Edgbaston will host the third Test of the best-of-five series between England and Australia next summer.

'Best bend I've ever run' - Hunt's strong season continues in Brussels

Amy Hunt's strong late-season form showed no signs of letting up as she clocked a season's best to finish third in the 200m at the Diamond League final in Brussels.