26 Reasons to Love Birmingham: A-Z Guide
Discover Birmingham's unique character through a new A-Z exhibition at Birmingham Museum. From Balti to the Archers, explore 26 quirky reasons that define the city.
Discover Birmingham's unique character through a new A-Z exhibition at Birmingham Museum. From Balti to the Archers, explore 26 quirky reasons that define the city.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
Essex County Council invites residents to share views on the new Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026-2029. Consultation focuses on jobs, housing, and community health. Have your say by February 3.
Due to phenomenal public demand, the 'Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero' exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery has been extended until September 2026. Plan your visit now.
The 'Working Class Hero' exhibition in Birmingham has been extended until September 2026 due to phenomenal demand, attracting 425,000 fans. Plan your visit now.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery will close from 2pm on Thursday 8 January and all day Friday 9 January due to an amber weather warning for heavy snow from Storm Goretti.
A new Neko Health clinic offering 360-degree body scans is launching in Birmingham. Founded by Spotify's CEO, it screens for health risks instantly. Here's what you need to know.
Over 40 million people daily use ChatGPT for medical advice, with 5% of all interactions now health-related. UK AI experts warn this self-diagnosis trend poses serious risks to public health.
A new preventative health clinic, co-founded by Spotify CEO Daniel Ek, opens in Birmingham. The £299 full-body scan has over 100,000 people on its waiting list. Discover what it offers.
A major retrospective of Andy Hollingworth's photos of UK comedy icons, from Ken Dodd to Joe Lycett, opens at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery in February 2026. Book tickets now.
Walsall Council submits plans to convert the Leather Museum into a SEND college facility, despite a 3,300-signature petition. Decision expected next month.
Anthony Trubridge, 28, from Maesteg, transformed his mental health through Ultra White Collar Boxing, raising funds for Movember. Read his inspiring journey from rock bottom to the ring.
A major UK study is sending finger-prick test kits to 150,000 Leeds households to screen children for lead exposure. Led by Northumbria University, it aims to transform national monitoring.
Struggling with sleep? A therapist shares four practical, science-backed methods to improve sleep quality, enhance your circadian rhythm, and protect your physical and mental health. Start sleeping better tonight.
A Slough volunteer group, Living in Harmony, provides free holistic support for managing long-term conditions. Join their community sessions focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Call 07846312831 for details.
New ONS data shows Nottingham has one of the UK's lowest life expectancy rates, with a stark North-South divide. Discover the figures and what they mean for the city.
Lengthy NHS delays are pushing more Brits towards private diagnostic scans from providers like Scan.com, with prices starting at £300. Discover how people are taking control of their health.
Explore the West Midlands Police Museum in Coventry. Discover cell sleepovers for youth groups, the Fashion Police exhibition, and how it honours fallen officers. Plan your visit now.
The daughter of Cluedo's inventor donates rare early versions and letters to Birmingham Museum. See the game's history where it was first created.
Private health scans from Scan.com offer a proactive approach to wellness in 2026. With prices from £95, get fast results for injuries, screenings, or full-body MRI checks. Take control of your health now.
The Treasury will insure the historic Bayeux Tapestry for £800m during its UK loan. Discover how the Government Indemnity Scheme makes this cultural exchange possible.
A doctor reveals the morning routine that drastically raises heart attack risk, unrelated to food or stress. Learn the simple, lifesaving change you can make today.
NatWest expands its ringfenced social rent loan fund to £1bn, aiming to accelerate the building of affordable homes and save housing associations up to £50m. Read the full announcement.
The Rochdale Pioneers Museum, birthplace of the co-operative movement, is named one of Historic England's 100 most important UK heritage sites. Discover its story and local creative projects.
Health officials warn of rising adenovirus cases across the UK. Learn the key symptoms, from respiratory issues to conjunctivitis, and how to protect yourself.
Redrow Midlands donates £1,930 to Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind for a pizza oven, transforming an allotment into a sensory garden for community mental health support. Discover how this initiative fosters connection.
A shocking 28% of UK residents live with damp, mould, or cold. Health experts reveal these conditions worsen asthma, heart issues, and mental health. Learn the risks and what action to take.
Gateshead's NEL Fund Managers celebrates a record 2025, backing 34 regional SMEs from EV charging to IT. Discover how NPIF II funding is driving growth and jobs across the North East.
Tottenham Hotspur releases a powerful film with Samaritans to encourage fans to seek help. New research reveals 58% of those struggling are reluctant to ask for support.
An NHS-funded diabetes support scheme in West Birmingham is transforming lives, with over half of participants reducing blood sugar levels. Residents call for expansion.