44 minutes ago A kidnapped woman punched her way out of a cinderblock cell. Police say she may have saved countless others

Negasi Zuberi has been convicted with kidnapping and raping two women including holding one of his victims hostage in a soundproof cinderblock cell. Bevan Hurley and James Liddell report

Events

47 minutes ago Wilko shoppers sort their Christmas presents with up to 25% off Lego and more toys

Whether you're looking for an intricate Lego set or a cute playhouse, Wilko has some brilliant deals on toys in the build-up to Christmas

Politics

68 minutes ago B&M launches 'lush' new £14 'light up' gin range just in time for Christmas

The budget retailer has introduced new light-up gin liqueurs available in two festive flavours - clementine and winter berries.

Economics

68 minutes ago Sadist killer who raped victim and 'played with her body' on Christmas Day to be freed

The Justice Secretary's request to block the released of sex-obsessed sadistic killer Steven Ling, who stabbed Joanne Tulip 60 times and carved shapes into her body, has been denied

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78 minutes ago Get Charlotte Tilbury's 'bestselling' mascara for just 86p using this trick

Charlotte Tilbury's Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara has been a hit with beauty fans since it launched in August - and now shoppers can snap it up for less using this little known hack.

Politics

90 minutes ago I tried Tesco Christmas meal deal with gravy dip – it felt wrong but tasted so right

EXCLUSIVE: "Christmas starts earlier every year" has become something of an adage when the nights begin to draw in but surely there's no place for my festive meal deal choice just yet

Politics

1 hour ago Check if you are due £58 heating payment ahead of November qualifying week

The qualifying week for the devolved Winter Heating Payment is during November.

Economics

1 hour ago World Masters of Snooker set $1million Golden Ball prize pot as top potters given massive Saudi incentive

The likes of Kyren Wilson and Ronnie O'Sullivan can double their money compared to last season's tournament

Economics

2 hours ago Stirling Observer 'Give a Gift' appeal underway for 17th year as drop off points open

The appeal aims to help those less fortunate across the region to enjoy a special Christmas.

Politics

2 hours ago Signs you're being investigated by DWP for fraud ahead of new powers to 'snoop' on banks

Labour has confirmed they are clamping down on benefit fraud and are set to introduce a whole raft of new measures to do so and this includes being able to snoop at claimant's bank accounts

Economics