NEWS
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Russian attacks kill six and expose gaps in Ukraine’s air defences
Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles, drones and guided bombs Sunday, killing at least six people and wounding dozens, authorities said, again highlighting Ukraine’s shortage of US-made Patriot air defence systems. Moscow has in recent weeks stepped up its use of ballistic missiles as it seeks to choke off Ukrainian strikes… More
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Mayor’s legs ‘cut to ribbons’ as he retrieves thrown away festival traffic cones
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Popular peri-peri chicken chain reveals how new restaurant’s first week has gone
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Geri Halliwell and Christian Horner claim victory after year
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Bake Off stars Nigella Lawson and Paul Hollywood ‘not getting on’
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Take a look inside the best-rated farm shop and café in Worcestershire
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Starmer shares pride in England team after win over France seals third
Sir Keir Starmer congratulated England’s footballers after they wrapped up their World Cup campaign and his time as Prime Minister with a thrilling 6-4 victory over France. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick with Ezri Konsa and Jude Bellingham also on target as England bounced back from their disappointment in losing to Argentina in the semi-final… More
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Rescuers in China search rubble for survivors of landslide that killed eight
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School library receives £1,000 boost from councillor’s fund to expand book collection
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Five half-wild rabbit siblings born at RSPCA Worcester looking for their forever home
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Community calls for volunteers to bring new music and arts festival to life
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Worcestershire to host free outdoor cinema screenings in these 8 parks
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Council chairperson completes triathlon to raise funds for hospice
A councillor has completed a sporting challenge in support of hospice care. Councillor Beverley Nielsen, chairperson of Malvern Hills District Council, took part in the Upton Triathlon on a day when temperatures reached 31C and completed the sprint distance as the tenth female finisher and the first and only finisher in her age group. Councillor… More
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Cairngorms wildfire: Aviemore no longer in ‘immediately affected area’
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Palestine protesters urge Andy Burnham to act on Israel
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Ireland narrowly misses record-matching heatwave
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Iranian supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US keeps up attacks
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Andy Burnham urged to stick to Labour manifesto on North Sea oil
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Roar of supercars to take over idylic Coltswold village for annual motor event
THE roar of supercars and record-breaking engineering will return to the heart of the Cotswolds next month. The idyllic village of Broadway will be taken over by a range of cars for the annual Broadway Car Show. An Aston Martin Valhalla, a Porsche 918 Spyder, and a Bugatti Veyron are among the cars set to… More
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GWR named among UK’s top apprenticeship employers
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Care home to host free falls prevention event
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Pub and spa among Worcestershire small business winners at lifestyle awards
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Burnham finalising plans for government before becoming prime minister on Monday
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Cooler weather forecast as millions of drivers set to embark on summer getaways
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Dogs charity challenges myths around dogs wearing muzzles
Dogs Trust Evesham is on a mission to change perceptions about why dogs wear muzzles. The Evesham branch is raising awareness about the use of the mouth guard in the hope of helping the public understand their purpose, and ultimately encouraging more people to consider adopting muzzle-trained dogs. Hannah Harris, behaviour policy manager at Dogs… More
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Urgent warning as children added to WhatsApp group with ‘sexual images’
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UK private school responds after residents share fears over expansion
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Haulage firm collapses in liquidation after 35 years with £1.1m debts
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Why yellow helicopter was circling low over Worcester – and we even got a wave
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Ex-DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson to appeal against child sex offence convictions
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Majority of United Utilities shareholders approve pay plans despite backlash
A majority of United Utilities’ shareholders have given the green light for the water supplier to pay its top boss a shares “allowance” despite previously being stripped of her bonus. Some 75.8% of votes cast at the company’s annual general meeting (AGM) on Friday were in favour of its remuneration policy, meaning it gained enough… More
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Oscar-winning Home Alone 2 and My Left Foot star Brenda Fricker dies aged 81
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You should feel deeply ashamed, judge tells fraudster who targeted pensioners
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MP Patrick Spencer found not guilty of Groucho Club sexual assaults
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Tribute band to celebrate Metallica milestones
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River Festival returns with boat trips, music, family fun and river twinning