Mechanic issues seven-day warning to drivers ahead of 'sudden catastophe'
Experts have called on drivers to check the state of their cars using a two-step "pinch test".
Birmingham Live 
Nato to unleath lethal force and shoot down intruding Russian fighter jets, say top brass
Behind closed doors, military leaders are crafting bold new rules that could redefine how the West responds to Russian warplanes. The stakes are high.
Daily Express 
New £130 Cost of Living payments announced and there'll be 'one per household'
The scheme will help around 47,000 children in Manchester.
Watch: Moment house drifts away from land as typhoon hits Alaska
The US Coast Guard rescued two dozen people after their homes floated away from shore during the storm.
BBC News World 
25 of the funniest posts we’ve seen on Bluesky this week
Hello, and welcome to the Poke’s Wednesday round-up of funny stuff we’ve spotted on social media – in this case, Bluesky. There are puns, topical gags, visual jokes …something for everyone. We hope it gives your day a lift. 1. ME: if frankenstein is the name of the doctor not the monster then how is […] The post 25 of the funniest posts we’ve seen on Bluesky this week appeared first on The Poke .
The Poke 
30 Skincare Products That’ll Make You Say “Why Didn’t I Start Using This Sooner?”
If you're not already using an overnight sheet mask, this before-and-after picture will convince you to start. View Entire Post ›
BuzzFeed News 
‘Obituary’ review: Season 2 gets off to shaky start – but an unexpected twist saves this dark comedy about a small-town serial killer
The most pleasant surprise of Irish television in 2023 was Obituary (RTÉ One, Tuesdays, all episodes on RTÉ Player), a black comedy about a serial murderer bumping people off in the proverbial sleepy Irish town.
Independent.ie 
Girl, 13, put on 'behaviour contract' before trying to kill classmate in school, court told
A girl, now aged 14, stands trial at Birmingham Crown Court denying attempted murder and an alternative of wounding with intent
DWP powers to check benefit claimants' bank accounts take next step
The new measures will further debate and amendments before becoming legislation
How often you need to clean your air fryer - even if you use a liner
Many people use their air fryer over their oven - but there's one mistake they're all making
The Daily Record 
Asylum seeker 'found with victim's DNA under fingernails after railway murder'
Ms Whyte died three days after being found slumped on the platform by the guard of a train
'How the flags make us feel' by Brummies determined to unite the city
Brummies are pushing back against the division caused by the people behind flag raising campaigns - with messages of love and unity for a city rooted in difference and diversity
Horse racing tips: Three outsiders to bash the bookies including one who won with loads in hand last time
SUN Racing's three best value bets for Wednesday's action from Nottingham and Wetherby are below. Back a horse simply by clicking their odds. LONGSHOT THANK YOU BLUE (4.20 Wetherby) He was much improved when fifth in a big field at Uttoxeter last time and takes a drop in class here. EACH-WAY THIEF BEARIN UP (2.40...
The Sun 
All state pensioners born before 1959 getting 'unexpected' payment hike from DWP
Pensioners are on course for a bigger state pension boost next year than previously thought.
Ex-soldier takes down flags and gives them to charity shops
Salman Mirza, who works with refugees, took down flags which were put up in Smethwick
Horse racing tips: ‘Father-son duo team up with cracking runner’ – Templegate’s NAP backed to land a hat-trick
TEMPLEGATE goes through Wednesday's cards confident of firing in some winners. Back a horse at any of the meetings from Worcester, Nottingham, Wetherby and Kempton by clicking their odds below. JOREBEL (4.58 Worcester, nap) Chris and Freddie Gordon team up again with this six-year-old who has been in cracking form this season. He returned last...