Panto cancelled after being inundated with complaints over 'too adult' content

Legendary soap actress Charmian Abrahams has tragically died after being hit by a delivery van.The actress, who was best known for her role as Mavis Hooper in Crossroads, died at the age of 96 in Harborne, Birmingham, on Monday, 15 January. A statement confirming her death was released by her family through West Midlands Police.They said: "Charmian was a much-loved aunt and great-aunt and a dear friend to many.

Janette Manrara has said 'thank God for FaceTime' as she's facing her longest stint away from her daughter since her arrival last summer. The presenter is set to travel up and down the country as the host of the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.

Love Island fans were left infuriated as they watched the promo clip for Wednesday night's episode of the All Stars spin-off, as Liberty Poole started crying after Jake Cornish, 26, announced to the group he was leaving the villa. The unexpected reveal came after a tough couple of days for exes Jake and Liberty, who were stunned to realise that they were both entering the All Stars series this season. It was reported earlier today, 16 January, that Jake had already left the villa, amid claims that he was so "shocked" to discover he'd be on the show with Birmingham-born Liberty, 24.

A woman tried to sneak onto a plane after she had been refused boarding because her passport was nearly expired.

Giovanni Pernice was seen smiling as he spent his weekend teaching others how to dance while his heartbroken Strictly Come Dancing co-star counts down until they are back on stage together. Away from the BBC One show's ballroom, Giovanni has launched a new project.

Rumours are flying that George Clooney has ended his high-profile friendship with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The actor's bond with the Royals was confirmed when he and his wife Amal Clooney attended the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's wedding in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle in 2018, reports Birmingham Live. Just a few years later, it seems the Ocean's Eleven star's close relationship with the couple has cooled off as reports suggest that he's "ditched" Harry and Meghan as close friends.

A mum who overdosed her child on paracetamol and codeine, leaving them needing an urgent life-saving liver transplant, has been jailed. The woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was jailed for 12 years after being found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

Sky Mobile has dropped the price of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and you'll also get a free pair of Galaxy Buds worth £99.The upcoming launch of the S24 range on January 17 is good news for those wanting the older S23 model as Sky's latest price drop slashes a massive £319 off the phone, reports Birmingham Live. Not only do you save big, but you also get a free pair of Galaxy Buds FE - these wireless earphones give Apple AirPods and Google's Pixel Buds a run for their money and they're yours for free.The 128GB Samsung Galaxy S23 has had its price cut by £120 over the full 24-month contract, now costing just £23 a month - that's £5 less than the usual monthly rate of £29.

A family home has gone up for sale for a bargain price of just £10,000 - but it is in such a sorry state that interested buyers aren't allowed inside. The three-bed semi-detached property sits on a corner plot and boasts plenty of space, as well as a large wrap-around garden.

Weather experts say the UK is facing its worst snowstorm and coldest deep freeze in 14 years.

Detectives investigating a double murder in Moss Side have released new pictures of five witnesses they want to speak to about the shooting.

A teenager said she was left in tears after being 'sacked from her job at Asda on Christmas Eve'.

Katie Price's life has unarguably been eventful, from several divorces to numerous business ventures - and there's no doubt a film based upon her life would make for great viewing. That could become a reality sooner rather than later, as the ex-glamour model, 45, has shared her hopes of one day creating a film about herself, with the helping hand of actress Daisy May Cooper. Daisy, 37, has thrown her support behind the project, saying she would write the script and star in the the movie as Katie, who she has struck up a friendship with.

A husband and wife who use witchcraft to help around the home say spells help their domestic life 'in all sorts of ways'.

Fans of Katie Price were left shattered after the I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star reportedly pulled out of her upcoming event. Just hours before Katie was set to take the stage in the latest instalment of her make up masterclass tour, the 45 year old is said to have cancelled her upcoming show.The former glamour model's masterclasses saw her tour the county to meet with fans and spill her beauty secrets, and on Saturday, 6 January, she was expected to arrive in Birmingham after charging event goes £80 to attend.

The actor who played Tommy Duckworth in Coronation Street, Chris Fountain, has shared an emotional message after the passing of his grandad. Sharing a beautiful black-and-white photo on Instagram, he wrote: "Goodnight old pal." Chris, also known for his appearance on Dancing On Ice in 2008, had earlier referred to his grandad as his "best pal".This sad news follows a challenging year for Chris, who was hospitalised due to a stroke last year at only 35 years old.

Spencer Matthews, star of Made in Chelsea, has bravely opened up about his struggle with alcohol, admitting he "could have died". Speaking on his podcast with wife Vogue Williams, the former I'm A Celebrity star confessed that his "excessive daily drinking" was putting his relationship at risk. He told Vogue: "It's not like I just fancied giving up drinking.

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has admitted he will be taking time away from football after being sacked by Birmingham City.

Dwayne Johnson and Dany Garcia on Sunday unveiled plans for the United Football League, the new spring pro football league born from the merger of the XFL and USFL.

This Sunday will see many of us ring in the bells with a tipple in hand on New Year's Eve - even King Charles - who is known to enjoy a beverage every so often.