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John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk

A major retailer has issued an urgent recall of a children’s toy amid fears it could pose a serious choking risk - with shoppers being advised to stop using the item “immediately.”

Entertainment|3 hours ago
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Supporting image for story: West Midlands retail and leisure destination puts new artists in the frame alongside 50 of Britain's best known brands
West Midlands retail and leisure destination puts new artists in the frame alongside 50 of Britain's best known brands
Lifestyle|13 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Recieved a Christmas present you didn't like? Know your rights on gift returns
Recieved a Christmas present you didn't like? Know your rights on gift returns
Lifestyle|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: Boxing Day: Full list of bargains to be found at Merry Hill stores with many items over 50 per cent off — including Schuh, New Look and River Island
Boxing Day: Full list of bargains to be found at Merry Hill stores with many items over 50 per cent off — including Schuh, New Look and River Island
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Entertainment|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: 11 perfect winter walks in the West Midlands to catch some fresh air
11 perfect winter walks in the West Midlands to catch some fresh air
News|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: Dancing celebs and a Peep Show reunion: What’s on this Christmas and Boxing Day?
Dancing celebs and a Peep Show reunion: What’s on this Christmas and Boxing Day?
Showbiz|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: 130 dogs dress up for huge pooch Nativity - including cute Midlands pups dressed up as Shepherds
130 dogs dress up for huge pooch Nativity - including cute Midlands pups dressed up as Shepherds
Lifestyle|Dec 24

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Supporting image for story: Date high street favourite Next will start Boxing Day sales amid 2025 change - find your local store
Date high street favourite Next will start Boxing Day sales amid 2025 change - find your local store
Entertainment|Dec 23
Supporting image for story: Santa spotted at the Banksy artwork in Birmingham
Santa spotted at the Banksy artwork in Birmingham
Lifestyle|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: I got a party makeover at a celebrity artist brand which has just launched in Birmingham with the most gorgeous lipsticks
I got a party makeover at a celebrity artist brand which has just launched in Birmingham with the most gorgeous lipsticks
Lifestyle|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: No jabs, just the joy of community: Josh’s Slimming World journey goes beyond the scales
No jabs, just the joy of community: Josh’s Slimming World journey goes beyond the scales
Your World|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: Beautiful West Midlands park ranked as one of top 10 best places for a Christmas Day walk - here’s where and why
Beautiful West Midlands park ranked as one of top 10 best places for a Christmas Day walk - here’s where and why
Lifestyle|Dec 21
Supporting image for story: 'I started work helping my dad in a West Midlands factory now I make jewellery for footballers and TV stars - Christmas is one of my busiest times'
'I started work helping my dad in a West Midlands factory now I make jewellery for footballers and TV stars - Christmas is one of my busiest times'
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Business|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: New branch of home and garden retailer The Range has opened in Wolverhampton - here are the details
New branch of home and garden retailer The Range has opened in Wolverhampton - here are the details
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Wolverhampton|Dec 18
Supporting image for story: Ads for prescription-only weight-loss medications banned
Ads for prescription-only weight-loss medications banned
Health|Dec 17
Supporting image for story: Dubai chocolate: Warning issued over allergy risk from peanuts and sesame
Dubai chocolate: Warning issued over allergy risk from peanuts and sesame
Lifestyle|Dec 16
Supporting image for story: Renowned spa hotel near Walsall - ranked in UK top 25 - gets permission for 17,000 sq ft extension - see the impressive plans here
Renowned spa hotel near Walsall - ranked in UK top 25 - gets permission for 17,000 sq ft extension - see the impressive plans here
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Walsall|Dec 16

UK News

Supporting image for story: Prisoner on the run after fleeing on Christmas Day
Prisoner on the run after fleeing on Christmas Day
UK News|2 hours ago
Supporting image for story: John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
Entertainment|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: NHS board apologises after ‘wrongful release’ of body discovered after cremation
NHS board apologises after ‘wrongful release’ of body discovered after cremation
UK News|9 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Princesses needed no tips for piano duet, composer says
Princesses needed no tips for piano duet, composer says
UK News|9 hours ago
Supporting image for story: ‘Bumper’ Boxing Day for UK retail destinations, analysts say
‘Bumper’ Boxing Day for UK retail destinations, analysts say
UK News|9 hours ago
Supporting image for story: In Pictures: Wales hosts first Oasis reunion gig and Welsh Bible goes on display
In Pictures: Wales hosts first Oasis reunion gig and Welsh Bible goes on display
UK News|10 hours ago

Viral News

Supporting image for story: John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
John Lewis recall popular toddler toys due to 'choking' risk
Entertainment|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
Breaking News|10 hours ago
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Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Reiner among the celebrities we mourned in 2025
Showbiz|Dec 26
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Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Viral news|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Lifestyle|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Viral news|Dec 7

World News

Supporting image for story: Winter storm sees 1,000 flights disrupted during peak holiday travel period
Winter storm sees 1,000 flights disrupted during peak holiday travel period
World News|6 hours ago
Supporting image for story: The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65
Breaking News|10 hours ago
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Russia targets Kyiv with missiles and drones ahead of Ukraine-US meeting
World News|12 hours ago
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Thailand and Cambodia agree ceasefire to end border fighting
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Supporting image for story: At least 15 injured in knife and chemical attack at factory in Japan
At least 15 injured in knife and chemical attack at factory in Japan
World News|Dec 26
Supporting image for story: Zelensky says he will meet Trump on Sunday for talks on Ukraine security
Zelensky says he will meet Trump on Sunday for talks on Ukraine security
World News|Dec 26
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