Activity in the UK’s manufacturing sector lifted to its highest level for almost four years despite pressure from the Middle East conflict, according to new figures.

Bank of England figures show approvals for remortgaging with a different lender also increased over the month.

NatWest has revealed its profits swelled to top £2 billion in the first quarter of 2026 as it expects to be boosted by interest rates staying higher, despite cautioning over a worsening outlook for ...

The everyday heroes that keep the capital’s grassroots sports scene thriving and accessible to all were celebrated at the ...

Activists worldwide are marching in May Day rallies, calling for peace, higher wages and better working conditions as many ...

This interpretation would allow the White House to avoid the need to go to congress for approval to extend the conflict.

Prosecutors have released a video showing the moment authorities say a man armed with guns and knives tried to storm the ...

The deal sees the combined group become the UK’s third biggest bank for current accounts and fourth for mortgages.

A brand-new Caribbean restaurant is set to open in the heart of town. Geez Jerk House will be bringing an authentic taste of the Caribbean to Bridge Street in Kidderminster. Owner Gina Capecci, who ...

THE Met Office has forecast a sunny start to the weekend in Dudley, with rain expected later. Friday, May 1, will be sunny ...

Donald Trump has said it was Charles and Camilla’s intervention that prompted the decision to lift the tariffs on Scottish whisky.

Parts of the UK could be hotter than Hawaii on Friday, but forecasters have warned of possible heavy rain and thunder, with ...