Community
Birmingham Family's Heartbreak: Nine-Year-Old Girl Shot in London Gang Crossfire
The family of a nine-year-old Birmingham girl, severely injured in a London gang shooting, speak out for the first time about their devastating loss and her uncertain future.
Business
BrewDog to Shut 38 Bars and Cut 484 Jobs After US Firm's £33m Rescue Deal
BrewDog will close 38 bars and axe 484 jobs despite a £33m acquisition by US firm Tilray Brands, leaving crowdfund investors empty-handed. The deal safeguards 733 UK roles.
Culture
Cillian Murphy Attends Peaky Blinders Film Premiere in Birmingham
Academy Award winner Cillian Murphy walked the red carpet in Birmingham for the world premiere of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, reprising his role as Tommy Shelby.
Politics
Birmingham Council Approves Budget with Extra Funds for Potholes, Homelessness and Youth Clubs
Birmingham City Council has approved its budget after tense negotiations, securing additional funding for pothole repairs, homelessness support, youth services, and libraries through last-minute Liberal Democrat amendments.
Transport
Sport
Health
Gut Health Focus Drives Interest in Supplements
As gut health becomes a mainstream wellness priority, supplements such as Gut Wealth are attracting attention for supporting digestive comfort and regularity. The liquid supplement is currently offered at a 25% discount.
Iran Missile Range Map Shows Global Strike Capability
A new map illustrates the extensive reach of Iran's missiles, capable of hitting numerous countries including British holiday destinations, as regional tensions escalate following recent attacks.
Mum Praises NHS Therapy After Miscarriages
A mother-of-three shares her journey of recovery from severe anxiety and PTSD following three miscarriages, thanks to NHS Bury Talking Therapies. Rebecca Ametepe's story highlights the importance of mental health support and breaking stigma around baby lo
Sea Shantyman Honoured with £7,493 Cancer Care Donation
A beloved sea shantyman, Peter Wadham, has been remembered through music and a generous £7,493 donation to The Queen Elizabeth Hospital's Cancer Care Unit, raised by Nelson's Shantymen and The White Horse pub in Brancaster Staithe.
NHS Shine Awards 2024: Nominate Hospital Heroes Now
Nominations are now open for the sixth annual Shine Awards by Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, celebrating exceptional staff and volunteers across local hospitals. New Volunteer of the Year category highlights community contributions.