'It's cost upon cost for working families - they get no help'
The government needs to do more to support working families, a charity in Rotherham says.
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What should toddlers play with at 18 months, two and three? LEGO DUPLO sets explained
Toddler play changes surprisingly quickly. From stacking first bricks to inventing stories and experimenting with ramps, here’s how LEGO DUPLO sets are designed to grow with children from 18 months to three and beyond.
Elena Rybakina dethrones Aryna Sabalenka with her first US Open crown
Elena Rybakina proved herself to be the undisputed world number one after claiming her first US Open title. The 27-year-old from Kazakhstan knew she would be top of the rankings from Monday, overtaking her opponent Aryna Sabalenka, whatever the outcome of Saturday’s final. A defeat would have certainly taken the [...] The post Elena Rybakina dethrones Aryna Sabalenka with her first US Open crown first appeared on Rother Radio.
Trump continues Irish visit at golf tournament
US President Donald Trump continues his visit to Ireland on Sunday after stirring up a diplomatic row hours into the trip by backing Irish unification. Mr Trump starts the day at his golf resort in the southwest of the country as it hosts players including Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry [...] The post Trump continues Irish visit at golf tournament first appeared on Rother Radio.
The verdict on Ossama Ashley who had to come off for Rotherham United
The player departed in the second half
Second cryptocurrency billionaire gives £36 million to Reform
Reform UK has received a second £36 million donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire. Thai-based businessman Christopher Harborne, the party’s biggest donor, said on Saturday he was matching the donation by Ben Delo revealed on Friday. Writing in the Daily Telegraph, Mr Harborne said the donation was “a philanthropic gift to [...] The post Second cryptocurrency billionaire gives £36 million to Reform first appeared on Rother Radio.
Protesters gather in Portsmouth as police warn against fear and violence
Anti-migrant protesters and counter demonstrators have gathered in Portsmouth as police warned they would not tolerate incitement of fear or violence. No-one could be seen wearing masks at either gathering after warnings from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary that protesters wearing face coverings could be arrested under powers in [...] The post Protesters gather in Portsmouth as police warn against fear and violence first appeared on Rother Radio.
Volvo XC60 review: Why this SUV became its biggest-ever hit
Volvo’s hugely successful family SUV combines a beautiful interior, tremendous comfort and everyday practicality with up to 449bhp, although the less powerful version may be the cleverer choice.
Matt Peet hails Wigan squad as they claim Leaders Shield
Wigan boss Matt Peet saluted his table-topping Warriors after beating Catalan Dragons to claim a sixth Super League Leaders Shield. Tries from Liam Marshall (2), Harry Smith, Brad O’Neill, Liam Farrell, Austin Daniel, Jai Field, Zach Eckersley and Adam Keighran saw Wigan win 50-12 and race in to the play-offs [...] The post Matt Peet hails Wigan squad as they claim Leaders Shield first appeared on Rother Radio.
US President Donald Trump arrives in Ireland for two-day visit
US President Donald Trump has touched down for a two-day visit to Ireland. He has arrived amid what has been described as one of the biggest security operations ever implemented by the Irish police service (An Garda Síochána). Mr Trump was greeted by Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris at Dublin [...] The post US President Donald Trump arrives in Ireland for two-day visit first appeared on Rother Radio.
Blue badge holder hits out after being slapped with £100 parking fine on Waverley estate
“We’ve been many times before but never been fined in the past”
Man to appear in court over violent disorder at anti-migrant protests
The first man charged over anti-migrant protests in Portsmouth will appear in court as more demonstrations take place on Saturday. Groups from South Coast Patriots are expected to demonstrate in Portsmouth city centre on Saturday afternoon, with Stand up to Racism set to host a counter protest. They come on [...] The post Man to appear in court over violent disorder at anti-migrant protests first appeared on Rother Radio.
Kids Advent Calendars 2026 to shop now, including LEGO, Squishy and Disney
These are the most popular kids' advent calendars for Christmas 2026.
3.5 million switch broadband or landline provider as cost of living bites
Around three and a half million people have switched their landline or broadband provider over the last two years as the cost of living crisis affects households, figures show. Ofcom said its research suggested that out-of-contract customers who have the same broadband, landline and pay-TV provider could save more than [...] The post 3.5 million switch broadband or landline provider as cost of living bites first appeared on Rother Radio.
Firefighters tackling blaze on 18th floor of flats
Around 70 firefighters are tackling a blaze at an 18th-floor flat in east London. London Fire Brigade were called to the fire in Poplar at 4.35am on Saturday morning. Half of a flat on the 18th floor was alight in the 22-storey block of residential flats in Blackwall Way. “Ten [...] The post Firefighters tackling blaze on 18th floor of flats first appeared on Rother Radio.
Crypto tycoon donates record £36m to Reform UK
A cryptocurrency tycoon has given £36 million to Reform UK, the largest single donation to a British political party on record. Ben Delo, a British billionaire who reportedly recently moved back to the UK from Hong Kong, said he had given money to ensure a “fair fight” at the polls. [...] The post Crypto tycoon donates record £36m to Reform UK first appeared on Rother Radio.
Overgrown plants obscuring signs have caused 19% of drivers to speed, poll finds
Almost one in five drivers (19%) have accidentally broken the speed limit after being unable to see a road sign hidden by overgrown foliage, a survey suggests. Some 94% of drivers who took part in the poll commissioned by the RAC said they had seen road signs covered by overhanging [...] The post Overgrown plants obscuring signs have caused 19% of drivers to speed, poll finds first appeared on Rother Radio.
Nine-year-old boy’s ‘life has restarted’ after multiple rare blood transfusions
A nine-year-old boy with a rare mix of blood types required transfusions using every matching unit available in the country to help cure him of a disorder that can be life-threatening if left untreated. Qasim Rizwan, from Bolton, said he feels as if his “life has restarted” after overcoming autoimmune [...] The post Nine-year-old boy’s ‘life has restarted’ after multiple rare blood transfusions first appeared on Rother Radio.
Rotherham fairground 'malfunction' LIVE as three injured including 'little ones'
Police have confirmed three "young people" have been taken to hospital.
Three injured on Rotherham fairground ride as funfair closes - police statement in full
It follows reports 'little ones' had been taken to hospital in an ongoing incident.