Man accused of rape claimed teen's interest was 'obvious'
A married man accused of raping a 16-year-old runaway told Birmingham Crown Court it was 'obvious' she was interested in him. The trial continues as four men deny multiple offences.
A married man accused of raping a 16-year-old runaway told Birmingham Crown Court it was 'obvious' she was interested in him. The trial continues as four men deny multiple offences.
Plans submitted for Walsall's rooftop street food venue after council closure over safety. Over 100 jobs created. Decision expected January 2026.
Drag queen La Voix leaves Strictly Come Dancing due to injury. Her partner Aljaz Skorjanec made a heartfelt statement about drag queens. Read the emotional exit interview.
Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood opens up about his father's violent alcoholism, an attempted shooting, and his journey to forgiveness. Read his powerful story.
Royal revelations claim Meghan Markle secured copyright for Lilibet's name before the birth, leaving Queen Elizabeth II 'angrier than ever seen'. Discover the full story.
The historic Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley, Birmingham, has been transformed into Empress, a new Nigerian fine dining restaurant. Opening November 22, it aims to bring authentic flavours and a vibrant new chapter to the community.
Meet Birmingham Transplant Football Club, where players with life-saving organ transplants showcase thriving post-surgery lives through sport. Discover their inspiring journey.
Strictly Come Dancing's La Voix is 'absolutely devastated' after a foot injury forced her to withdraw from the competition just before the Blackpool special. Read her full emotional statement.
Discover Warwick Castle's enchanting 2025 Christmas event. From ice skating under Guy's Tower to a 500,000-light trail, it's the perfect festive family day out. Book your tickets now!
A prominent Leeds city centre office building is on the market for more than £4m. 84 Albion Street offers significant conversion potential into a boutique hotel or residential accommodation.
Booking.com, Accor, Travelodge and Hilton face advertising bans for misleading room price claims. The ASA found 'from' prices overstated availability.
Drag queen La Voix is 'heartbroken' after withdrawing from Strictly Come Dancing's Blackpool special due to a foot injury. The star receives a bye to week ten.
Fears mount over a potential UK tourist tax on hotel stays, a move criticised as a government U-turn that could cost holidaymakers over £500 million. Read the full details.
Don't miss the Hazbin Hotel season 2 finale! Episodes 7 & 8 drop November 19 at 8am GMT on Prime Video. Get cast details and plot teasers.
The Royal Mint releases a commemorative Freddie Mercury coin collection. Premium gold and silver proofs could soar in value. Discover how to secure one today.
Llangollen gears up for its biggest Christmas Festival yet on November 29. Expect a festive parade, Sion Corn, market stalls & spectacular fireworks finale. Join the celebration!
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to recover millions in 'excess profits' made by asylum hotel contractors, following a BirminghamLive investigation into a Sutton Coldfield hotel. Read the full story.
Mallory Court Hotel & Spa in Warwickshire has been named 'Large Hotel of the Year' at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. Discover this luxury retreat.
Relive the journey of every I'm a Celebrity winner, from Tony Blackburn in 2002 to the reigning 2024 champion, Danny Jones. Discover who conquered the jungle!
Help robins survive winter by creating a natural bug hotel in your garden. This simple 10-minute task provides crucial food when natural sources dwindle.
Discover every King and Queen of the jungle from I'm A Celebrity history. Full list of winners and runners-up from Tony Blackburn to Danny Jones.
Benjamin Pesian, 25, died after falling from The Cube during psychotic episode. Inquest examines mental health care and systemic failures. Full hearing set for 2026.
Three lucky winners can experience the ultimate Coronation Street fan package: a Star Tour, meeting a cast member, and an overnight stay at Manchester's Radisson Hotel. Enter now!
A Bedford family cut short their £1,800 Spanish holiday after claiming food poisoning and feeling unsafe. Read their shocking experience and why they're now sticking to UK breaks.
The cause of Dame Jilly Cooper's death has been confirmed as an accidental head injury. Read the full details of the inquest and tributes from her family and Queen Camilla.
Find out the exact UK release time for Hazbin Hotel Season 2 episodes 5 and 6 on Prime Video this week. Plus, get the full cast list and plot teasers.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.
The NHS has declared a critical incident across Birmingham and Solihull as unprecedented demand pushes two major hospitals to breaking point, with patients facing 'extremely long waits' and ambulances queuing outside.
Luxury skincare brand Natura Bisse becomes the inaugural official spa partner for the prestigious World's 50 Best Hotels awards, marking a milestone in premium hospitality collaborations.
The Queen made an unexpected appearance at Tamworth Library, joining local schoolchildren for a special World Book Day celebration and sharing her passion for reading.