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Body pulled from water at Salford Quays

Police have recovered a body from Salford Quays near Media City. A major emergency response was launched, and an investigation is now underway. Get the latest updates.

12-year sentence for app rape in Birmingham

A man who used a flatsharing app to lure a vulnerable teenager to his home, where he strangled and raped her, has been jailed for 12 years. Read the full court report.

UK neighbourhoods in flag wars as tensions simmer

From Birmingham to Sheffield, residents face harassment in a covert battle over flags. Discover the local identity disputes dividing communities and the authorities' struggle to respond.

First look inside Woolwich Waves leisure centre

Greenwich Council reveals the opening date and first images of the state-of-the-art Woolwich Waves leisure centre, featuring water slides, pools, and a rooftop football pitch. Opening New Year's Day 2026.

800,000 UK toddlers on social media, CSJ warns

Shocking figures reveal over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Former minister Lord Nash demands a public health campaign and age limit of 16. Read the full report.

Democrat wins Virginia seat on data centre platform

John McAuliff's victory in a traditionally Republican Virginia district, focusing on data centres' impact on energy bills, offers a blueprint for Democratic campaigns. Discover how local issues trumped national politics.

West London Indian music centre 'under threat'

The Bhavan centre in West Kensington fears new 7-day parking restrictions will threaten its future after a last-ditch legal challenge fails. Discover the impact on London's cultural scene.

Bromley's £39m leisure centre overhaul revealed

Exclusive first look inside Orpington's £17m refurbished Walnuts Leisure Centre as Bromley Council approves £22m West Wickham rebuild. Discover the new facilities coming to South London.

London councils hit by cyber-attacks, data stolen

Three London councils hit by cyber-attacks with data stolen from Kensington and Chelsea. Residents warned to be vigilant against suspicious messages. Systems disrupted across boroughs.

CME data centre failure halts futures trading

A technical failure at CME Group's data centre disrupted futures and options trading for hours. Discover how the incident affected global markets and what measures are being taken.

US Banks Announce Major UK Expansion Projects

JP Morgan unveils a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters as Goldman Sachs expands in Birmingham, signalling a major vote of confidence in the UK economy. Discover the details.

Goldman Sachs to create 500 jobs in Birmingham

Goldman Sachs announces major expansion of its Birmingham office, creating 500 new roles in the UK's second city. Discover how this investment boosts regional employment.

Corrections: Iran Airstrikes and Birmingham Bin Strike

The Guardian addresses key corrections: Israeli airstrikes caused Iranian casualties, not US, and clarifies agency staff roles in Birmingham bin strike. Read the full details and how to submit complaints.

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