Train guard's heartbreaking reply goes viral
A poignant exchange between a railway worker and passenger reveals the hidden emotional toll on transport staff, sparking widespread discussion about compassion in public transport.
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Hero staff stop train knife attack in West Midlands
Courageous railway employees disarmed a knifeman during a horrific attack on a West Midlands train, with new details emerging about their heroic actions that prevented greater tragedy.
Dobbies Atherstone Christmas Night for Alzheimer's Research
Get into the festive spirit at Dobbies Garden Centre in Atherstone with a special Christmas shopping event supporting Alzheimer's Research UK, featuring exclusive offers and seasonal activities
Dudley Metro extension faces mine shaft safety challenge
Essential safety investigations into unstable mine shafts must be completed before the transformative £50 million Dudley Metro extension can proceed, with work potentially starting within months.
Multiple People Stabbed in UK Train Attack
Shocking stabbing incident aboard a UK train leaves multiple people injured as emergency services rush to scene. Latest updates on police investigation and public safety concerns.
Five New National Express Bus Routes Launch in Black Country
Major transport boost for West Midlands as five new bus services launch, connecting communities and improving travel options across the region with enhanced frequency and extended operating hours.
Birmingham Lab Grows Mini-Brains to Combat Dementia
Groundbreaking research at the University of Birmingham sees scientists growing miniature human brains to revolutionise dementia treatment and drug testing.
Fireworks fired at Birmingham bus in shocking attack
CCTV captures the moment a reckless youth launches fireworks at a moving bus in Birmingham, putting passengers at risk and sparking police investigation.
Midlands Metro extension delayed until late 2025
Frustration mounts as the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension encounters significant setbacks, pushing completion to late 2025 and raising concerns about escalating costs and traffic disruption.
Labour pressured to expand free bus travel for under-25s
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street challenges Labour to extend free bus fares beyond current age limits as election battle over public transport intensifies.
Louth golfers tee off for cancer charity success
Members of Louth Golf Club swing into action with a successful charity day raising thousands for local cancer care services and hospital support.
Families challenge 'discriminatory' school transport cuts
Walsall Council faces mounting pressure as parents and campaigners challenge controversial cuts to home-to-school transport, arguing they disproportionately affect vulnerable children with special needs.
Midlands Demands 24-Hour Transport to Save Night Economy
Business leaders and politicians demand urgent improvements to late-night transport across the Midlands, warning that unreliable services are strangling the night-time economy and leaving workers stranded.
Birmingham Care Home's Pink Fundraising Mission
Staff and residents at Grove House Care Home in Birmingham are painting the town pink with innovative fundraising events throughout October to support vital breast cancer research and awareness.
Birmingham's favourite emoji revealed - and it's surprising
New research uncovers Birmingham's most-used emoji, with a surprising symbol beating the classic thumbs-up and crying laughing faces to claim the top spot.
New Trains Revealed for Midlands Railway Network
Get ready for a new era of rail travel across the Midlands as state-of-the-art trains prepare to hit the tracks, offering enhanced comfort and reliability for thousands of daily commuters.
Parapsychology: The Real Science of Paranormal
Discover how scientists are seriously studying paranormal phenomena like telepathy, precognition and hauntings through rigorous academic research at leading universities.
Passenger jailed for strangling train inspector
A violent passenger choked a CrossCountry train ticket inspector at Birmingham New Street station after being caught without a valid ticket. The attacker has been jailed for 16 months.
Willenhall & Darlaston Railway Stations Reopen After 60 Years
Historic railway stations return after 60-year absence, transforming transport links and reconnecting communities across the Black Country with stunning new facilities.
Wolverhampton's £27m Transport Hub Approved
Wolverhampton Council approves ambitious £27 million transport interchange project, promising to revolutionise city centre connectivity and boost local economy.
Birmingham skin cancer study offers new treatment hope
University of Birmingham researchers make significant progress in understanding Merkel cell carcinoma, paving the way for new treatments for this aggressive skin cancer.
Prostate screening could cut deaths by 13% - study
Groundbreaking research reveals that implementing regular prostate cancer screening could dramatically reduce mortality rates across the UK, offering new hope for men's health.
Farndon Underpass Transformed by Environmental Art
Discover how a once-gloomy underpass in Farndon, Cheshire, has been transformed into a vibrant environmental art installation celebrating local wildlife and sustainability.
Toys British children abandon fastest revealed
New research uncovers which toys have the shortest lifespan in children's playrooms, with traditional teddies and certain instruments gathering dust quickest.
Labour's pay-per-mile road tax plan faces fury
Labour faces backlash after confirming pay-per-mile road pricing remains an option, despite Conservative claims the policy had been scrapped. Birmingham motorists express outrage over potential tracking and costs.
Labour condemns West Midlands bus service changes
West Midlands Labour leaders launch scathing attack on Mayor Andy Street's bus service reforms, warning of 'managed decline' and devastating impacts on vulnerable communities across the region.
Coventry Police Warn of Far-Right Protest Disorder
West Midlands Police issues urgent warning as extremist groups target Coventry city centre, with significant police operation planned to maintain public safety.
CCTV Appeal After Mum Attacked in Birmingham
West Midlands Police release urgent CCTV footage after mother was violently assaulted while shopping with her children at Birmingham's Pallasades shopping complex.
Britain's Sleep Crisis: New Research Reveals Troubling Findings
Groundbreaking study exposes the alarming scale of sleep deprivation across the UK, with millions struggling to get proper rest and facing serious health consequences.
Police hunt for man after Birmingham city centre assault
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for information after a woman was seriously assaulted in Birmingham city centre on Saturday night. The incident occurred near the Bullring shopping area.
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