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IrelandScotlandWales'I won't rest until Mum's killers are found,' daughter saysKelly Hill, 40, appeals for information on the 30th anniversary of her mum Tracey Mertens' murder.4 hrs agoEnglandWomen's groups praise 'brave' Southport instructorLeanne Lucas is praised for speaking at a vigil which remembered female victims of male violence.10 hrs agoLiverpoolThe customer joining the fight against shopliftingJames Morris steps in to help keep boutique clothing shop Metro Fashion, in Nottingham city centre, secure.4 hrs agoNottingham'Extraordinary' Tudor ceiling found hidden in towerThe painted ceiling is a "rare survival" due to how well it is preserved.4 hrs agoCumbria'I was George's girlfriend in Last Christmas video'Debbie Killingback played the Wham star's new love interest in the famous music video.4 hrs agoLondonWomen's groups praise 'brave' Southport instructorLeanne Lucas is praised for speaking at a vigil which remembered female victims of male violence.10 hrs agoLiverpoolWoman charged with murder of five-year-old boyA woman is charged with murdering five-year-old Lincoln Button.20 hrs agoEssex'My Christmas will be surrounded by penguins'Aoife McKenna is living on an Antarctic island, which is about the size of a football pitch.4 hrs agoDerbyThe customer joining the fight against shopliftingJames Morris steps in to help keep boutique clothing shop Metro Fashion, in Nottingham city centre, secure.4 hrs agoNottinghamCrews tackle major fire as people told avoid areaWest Midlands Fire Service said a mix of commercial and residential buildings are affected in Sparkhill.14 mins agoBirmingham & Black Country'Lungs in a box' could increase vital transplantsThe number of lung of transplants could rise as a new machine keeps organs alive outside the body.5 hrs agoEnglandFalse name train fine cancelled after 'fiasco'A woman describes the process of getting her name cleared over an incorrect train fine as a "shambles".5 hrs agoBeds, Herts & BucksTrain services affected as work starts on mega stationWhen it's finished a quarter of a million passengers a day will use the station.4 hrs agoLondonVillagers get keys to pub after raising £440,000Donors buy a closed pub from a brewing giant and set about making it a hub for the community.5 hrs agoEnglandChristmas cheerLondon's Christmas lights seen from the skyPhotographer Jason Hawkes has had a unique view of the festivities happening around the city.4 hrs agoLondonTiny bible features in Christmas book displayThe display showcases the many different ways the Christmas story has been told throughout history.5 hrs agoWest YorkshireThe nostalgic display using retro Christmas lightsJonny Doda has been collecting Christmas decorations since he was five years old.1 day agoLeicesterFeatures & Analysis'Very chill': The changing face of working men's clubsOne of the oldest in the UK has dropped "working men" from its name in a bid to attract new members.10 hrs agoLincolnshire'We wore elf slippers for mum's hospice Christmas'Laura says Willen Hospice in Milton Keynes gave them a final Christmas with her mum.5 hrs agoBeds, Herts & BucksBreweries benefit from Guinness stout droughtSome brewers say the supply issues are giving their own beers a chance. 5 hrs agoUKThe Somali team making football waves in BirminghamSomali community team Kawala FC only started in Birmingham in 2023 but have already tasted success.4 hrs agoEngland'I'll be a care home elf on Christmas Day'Farrah Amjad says she will be dishing out Christmas meals to those who might otherwise go without.4 hrs agoManchesterWatch/ListenEvie's first Christmas at home with new heartThe five-year-old is celebrating with her family after living in hospital for more than 18 months.4 hrs agoTeesHomeless student reunites with 'lifesavers'Mark and Elisabeth from Whitley Bay housed Yasmina for a night when she found herself homeless.3 hrs agoTyneDramatic lightning strike near Everton's stadiumA photographer captures spectacular footage of lightning near Everton FC's new stadium.24 hrs agoLiverpoolWatch: Barn owl perched on moving carThe "troubling" footage shows the bird balancing on an open window frame on a dual carriageway.23 hrs agoEnglandSportCross back as England name Women's Ashes squadFast bowler Kate Cross has recovered from an injury to be named in the England squad for the Women's Ashes starting in Australia next month.57 mins agoEngland WomenDo the team top at Christmas usually win title?BBC Sport looks at what leaders Liverpool and bottom side Southampton can learn from previous Christmas Day tables.14 hrs agoPremier League'Everything is so hard' - Amorim searches for answers at Man UtdAfter a 3-0 humbling by Bournemouth, Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim already has difficult questions to answer.16 hrs agoMan Utd'Dropped on Christmas Day and redemption in Durban'Steven Finn looks back on a career of touring with England, including the low of being dropped on Christmas Day and the high of taking down South Africa.3 hrs agoEnglandLatest updates12 mins agoPolice chase stolen quad bike for 30 milesOfficers were responding to a report of a burglary that had just taken place at a farm in Shawforth.12 mins agoEngland22 mins agoTwo men charged with murder after village stabbingTawana Choruma, 19, was stabbed on Station Road in Netley on Wednesday and died at the scene.22 mins agoEngland42 mins agoClarkson's pub setback and town's "depressing" Christmas marketA look at what stories are trending across the West of England on 23 December 2024.42 mins agoEngland50 mins agoMental health services flag up Christmas supportA number of mental health services in the region say they have seen an increase in demand.50 mins agoEngland1 hr agoOn board for one of the toughest jobs in BritainThe Humber pilots guide ships into port on one of the world's most treacherous stretches of water.1 hr agoEngland2 hrs agoChoir sings to raise awareness of mental health helpThe Bournemouth choir resonate are singing on a song about mental health crisis.2 hrs agoEngland2 hrs agoBoy, 9, to take on triathlon in Brianna's memoryHarvey Goodman says he has been inspired after hearing Brianna's mother talk about mindfulness.2 hrs agoEngland2 hrs ago'Party responsibly' plea from ambulance serviceThe service says excessive drinking could pile the pressure on ambulance crews over Christmas2 hrs agoEngland3 hrs ago'Dropped on Christmas Day and redemption in Durban'Steven Finn looks back on a career of touring with England, including the low of being dropped on Christmas Day and the high of taking down South Africa.3 hrs agoEngland