Porthcawl's Decline and Future Revival Plans
Once known as 'Wales' mini Blackpool', Porthcawl now faces a quiet downturn after Coney Beach's closure. Major redevelopment plans aim to revive the seaside town.
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ASDA Drivers: 4 Customer Types Must Be Stopped
ASDA delivery drivers share their biggest pet peeves, including missing door numbers, unpacking during delivery, early weekend slots, and school drop-off time orders.
London Local Elections 2026: Full Results Map for All Mayoralties and Councils
Labour suffers major losses in London local elections as Reform UK and Greens make significant gains, with several councils falling to no overall control.
Overhanging Tree Branches: Your Legal Rights Explained
Learn what you can and can't do when your neighbour's tree overhangs your garden. Understand legal boundaries, trimming rules, and how to resolve disputes amicably.
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Stefon Diggs and Cardi B appear to have reconciled at a Mother's Day charity event in DC, months after their tense breakup around the Super Bowl. The NFL star was cleared of assault charges earlier this week.
Paper Candidate’s Surprise Win: Green Party’s Tyrone Scott
Tyrone Scott, a Green party paper candidate, unexpectedly won a council seat in Hackney. He shares his shock and plans to rebuild community cohesion.
Sydney Landlord Fined $50k for Illegal Airbnb
A Sydney landlord was fined $50,000 for illegally renting out a High Street apartment on Airbnb, breaching local council regulations and causing nuisance to neighbors.
Locals Slam 'Lego-Like' Pastel Homes in Greatstone
New brightly coloured homes in Greatstone, Kent, have sparked backlash from locals who compare them to Lego bricks and shipping containers.
Loose Women Star's Husband Elected Councillor Despite Posts
Mark Adderley, husband of Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha, wins council seat in Croydon despite suspension from Green Party over anti-Semitic social media rants.
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Former Gogglebox star Josh Tapper, 28, has been elected as a Labour councillor for Barnet's Underhill ward, nine years after leaving the reality show to pursue politics.
Man United's Dismal Draw at Sunderland Highlights Fringe Failures
Manchester United produced one of their worst performances under Michael Carrick, managing no shots on target until injury time in a 0-0 draw at Sunderland, raising questions about fringe players.
Ex-Stoke Star Graham Shaw Wins Council Seat for Reform
Graham Shaw, ex-Stoke City forward, elected as Reform UK councillor in Newcastle-under-Lyme. He scored over 300 Football League appearances and later became a criminal lawyer.
Boy Denied Vision Help for Private School Choice
A seven-year-old with a rare genetic eye disorder was refused specialist support because he attends a private school, sparking discrimination accusations.
Ex-Gogglebox Star Josh Tapper Wins Labour Council Seat
Josh Tapper, former Gogglebox star, has been elected as a Labour councillor for Underhill ward in Barnet, securing 1,128 votes in the 2026 local elections.
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Labour Loses Control of Birmingham City Council
Labour has lost control of Birmingham City Council after 14 years, with no party securing a majority. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calls it a 'devastating night' for Labour.
Fowey Divided as Cruise Ship Dwarfs Tiny Town
Residents of Fowey, Cornwall, are divided after the 58,000-ton Spirit of Adventure cruise ship docked, bringing nearly 1,500 passengers and crew to the town of 2,240 people.
Beckhams' objector lives 9,000 miles away in Australia
James Worthington, who objected to David and Victoria Beckham's Cotswolds estate plans, lives in Australia, not locally.
New England Bin Rules: Garden Items No Longer Recyclable
England's new recycling rules under the Environment Act 2021 mean certain garden items like plant pots, animal bedding, and garden tools may no longer be collected. Check local guidelines to avoid missed collections.
Essex Hamlet Fears Second Traveller Camp After Unauthorised Site
Residents of Willows Green, Essex, warn of a planned second traveller encampment after an unauthorised site was built over a Bank Holiday, destroying a wildlife haven.
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Labour faces major losses in London as Reform UK and the Green Party make significant gains, with the Greens winning Hackney, Lewisham, and Waltham Forest mayoralties.
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Police Search for Missing Hiker Samuel Whitsed on WA Trail
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Urgent Recall: Dunelm, Toys, 8M Travel Mugs
This week, urgent recalls include Dunelm doorstops, Crayola craft kits with asbestos risk, and 8 million Thermos travel mugs that can cause injury.
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Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says Labour losing control of Birmingham City Council is 'devastating', as counting halts with no overall control amid a five-party split.
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Georgia Town Council Meets After Mayor Fires Police
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Reform UK Wins Barnsley Council After 50 Years of Labour
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