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Political opinion: New young candidate stands for Much Wenlock election

Submitted by Shropshire First. Shropshire First are delighted and honoured to welcome our youngest candidate for the forthcoming local elections.

Your World|6 hours ago

Daisy Whiteman

Peter Rhodes on dodgy loans, going blonde and what the French did for the Americans

Peter Rhodes|9 hours ago

Vicky Turrell

Talking Point with Vicky Turrell: 'Did you know that wild birds are on the decline?'

Your World|Mar 25

The fire at Hayes electrical substation which resulted in the closure of Heathrow Airport on Friday

Peter Rhodes on fires, inquiries and the relentless de-sexing of English

US President Donald Trump, left, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, centre, and Russian President Vladimir Putin

Peter Rhodes on a new project, some puzzling quotes and which is better, the Knowledge or Dad-nav?

Politics|Mar 24

Louise ready for her Charity skydive on behalf of Compton Care

From jumping out of planes to speaking on stages, how Louise believes the power to control our fear changes our lives

Your World|Mar 22

Mark Andrews: How to survive a nuclear strike, super-councils, NHS rules, and the dilemma facing Tesla owners

Mark Andrews|Mar 22

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Belfast’s Wallet Experiment: A lesson in community and honesty - but could residents in Telford or Wolverhampton say the same?

Wolverhampton|Mar 22

Artist depiction of the Devil

Peter Rhodes on devils, hellfire and the enduring power of the bogeyman

Peter Rhodes|Mar 21

Mid and West Wales Senedd Member Cefin Campbell

The Family Farm Tax: another nail in the coffin of agriculture in Wales?

Nikki taking part in Gladiators

Peter Rhodes on big sandwiches, bigger Gladiators and the rise and rise of the Sickfluencers

Peter Rhodes on a songbird, a strange old lady - and who's brave enough to slap the handcuffs on Putin?

Peter Rhodes|Mar 19

Dan Bebbington.

Money Matters: How much Severn Trent Water bills are going up and how you could save

Your World|Mar 19

Vicky Turrell

Talking Point with Vicky Turrell: 'I waited and waited...'

Your World|Mar 18

From joking in the pub to six weeks in isolation: How I realised Covid was no laughing matter

Features|Mar 18

Peter Rhodes on thumbscrews, half-crowns and some curious TV locations

Peter Rhodes|Mar 18

Llio Phillips, Head of Dispute Resolution at Agri Advisor

Shropshire Farming Talk: To roam or not to roam?

Your World|Mar 17

Chancellor Rachel Reeves leaving 11 Downing Street

Chancellor has ‘reneged’ on her promises to the British people, Stride says

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Martha Mills

Martha’s Rule is ‘reducing harm’ as thousands seek second opinion, MPs told

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Spring Statement 2025

Labour MPs urge Rachel Reeves to rethink cuts to health and disability benefits

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A range of banknotes

Savers facing ‘long-term threat’ to cash Isa limits following spring statement

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Duchy of Cornwall’s farming tenants event

Prince of Wales to appear on episode of Clarkson’s Farm

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The King during his visit to Somerset House (Chris Jackson/PA)

King’s ‘incredible sense of curiosity’ praised during visit to soil exhibition

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Blues and Villa fans spotted at WWE

Aston Villa and Birmingham City fans spotted at WWE 'every week' - leaving fans flabbergasted

Aston Villa|6 hours ago

CCTV shows Shane O'Malley and an accomplice raiding Hansons Auctioneers building in Derbyshire

BBC Bargain Hunt star Charles Hanson's auction house targeted by hammer-wielding ram-raid crook in £21,000 raid

Crime|22 hours ago

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Glasgow tearoom hosting talks on enduring relationship with ‘now-humble’ cuppa

Viral news|Mar 24

Ireland’s ‘best contemporary art’ to be showcased at Dublin fair

Viral news|Mar 23

Lisa Wright and Valerie Jack

Woman who gave kidney to friend urges Scots to consider donation

Viral news|Mar 11

Actor Alexander Westwood

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US Supreme Court backs Biden rule on ‘ghost gun’ kits

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Magazine releases full Signal chat about US strikes on Yemen’s Houthis

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France Depardieu Trial

Woman tells court she was groped three times by Gerard Depardieu

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