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Six months after W H Smiths high street stores were sold to Modella Capital, the rebranded T G Jones shops have opened, offering similar products and layouts. Modella plans to expand T G Jones into high street hubs, but shoppers miss the familiar W H Smith charm. With twenty-four stores closed since the deal, a twelve-month restriction lifts next July, allowing for potential closures of up to one hundred underperformers. T G Jones must deliver real bargains to attract customers amid stiff competition.

Three men, Walid Saadaoui, Bilel Saadaoui, and Amar Hussein, were convicted for an ISIS-inspired plot to massacre Jews in Manchester. Walid and Hussein planned to attack an anti-antisemitism march, then target schools and synagogues. The plot was foiled by an undercover officer, leading to their arrests and upcoming sentencing.

King Charles donates to World Jewish Relief, aiding Ukrainian war victims and refugees, with a personal gift that will support thousands. The charity, which hes patronized since 2015, has helped over 375,000 people in Ukraine and 14,000 refugees in the UK. The kings involvement began after visiting Krakows Jewish community in 2002 and opening a community center in 2008. His long-standing commitment inspires the charity to continue delivering hope and aid. This donation comes before his Christmas broadcast and positive news on his cancer treatment.

Lisa Murray-Lang, a dedicated animal lover from the West Midlands, honored her late Syrian hamster Spud with a grand tribute. After spending £3,500 to scatter Spuds ashes in Honolulu, she featured his photo on a massive billboard in Birmingham. During the pandemic, Lisa crafted tiny models for Spud to pose in, and they traveled Europe together. Spuds spirit lives on as his image graces the Longbridge billboards from December 28th to 31st.

Locking Police Seek Publics Help in Burglary Case: Thieves stole cash and keys from a home on Flowerdown Road. Witnesses or dashcam footage urgently needed to solve the case and ensure neighborhood safety.

Governor of Scandal-Plagued Prison Fired After Brothel Visit The governor of HMP Lindholme in South Yorkshire, Rob Kellett, has been dismissed following a scandal involving a brothel visit. The incident, captured on video, led to an internal investigation by the Ministry of Justice, resulting in Kelletts termination for violating professional standards. The prison, which houses over nine hundred inmates and staff, has faced numerous scandals during Kelletts tenure, including romantic relationships between female officers and prisoners, drug smuggling, and contraband. The Category C training prison has also grappled with rising violence and reported three deaths in custody last year.

In a shocking act of violence, Melvin Winters, 46, and his girlfriend Josie James, 32, were convicted for attempting to murder a 42-year-old man and robbing him of his gold chain in Wolverhampton. The couple deliberately rammed their car into the victim twice, leaving him with severe injuries. Despite their denials, both were found guilty and are set to be sentenced on February tenth.

Thames Valley Police seek publics help in identifying a man who sexually assaulted a teenage girl in Milton Keynes. The incident occurred on November 11th between Redmoor Bridge and Granby Court. The suspect, described as a white male with a large build, round face, and standing about five feet seven inches tall, was wearing a muddy green hoodie with the hood up. He touched the victim inappropriately over her clothing after asking her an inappropriate question. An e-fit image of the suspect has been released. If you have any information, call one zero one and quote reference number four three two five zero five seven six three three eight, or use the online reporting form.