Birmingham's Best Places to Visit in 2026
Discover Birmingham's dynamic cultural scene for 2026. Explore historic canals, Michelin-starred dining, the Jewellery Quarter, and world-class art. Plan your visit today.
Discover Birmingham's dynamic cultural scene for 2026. Explore historic canals, Michelin-starred dining, the Jewellery Quarter, and world-class art. Plan your visit today.
The NHS advises patients on the blood-thinner warfarin to maintain a stable diet, particularly with vitamin K-rich foods like spinach and broccoli, to ensure the medication works effectively.
A new poll reveals a worrying gap in Gen Z's understanding of drink-driving dangers, with many seeing it as more acceptable. Read the full findings and expert reaction.
Plan your theatre year with our guide to major musicals, concerts and family shows coming to Birmingham in 2026, including Les Misérables and Mamma Mia!
Plan your perfect New Year's Eve in Birmingham with our guide to six major ticketed events, from themed balls to massive festival-style parties. Find venues, music, and prices for 2025.
Discover 11 fantastic winter dog walks in Birmingham, featuring parks, hills, and woodlands perfect for family outings. Find your new favourite spot today!
A TikTok creator's experiment shows how two pints of Stella Artois can put you over the drink-drive limit. Learn the UK laws and the alarming risks of drink-driving.
The story of Birmingham's Golden Eagle pub, a legendary rock and disco venue stripped by patrons in 1984, now a car park. A new student block plan was recently refused. Discover the history.
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
Discover the 10 best new restaurants set to open in and around Birmingham in 2026, from high-end Greek cuisine to a London sushi favourite. Plan your culinary adventures now.
A motorist in Staffordshire recorded a shocking 535mcg breath alcohol reading, the highest in England over three festive periods. Police warn of increased patrols.
Hundreds of Birmingham residents, from the homeless to struggling workers, visited food banks in Lozells and Handsworth for essential supplies before Christmas. Read the full story.
Police were stunned after a driver in Staffordshire recorded a breathalyser reading 15 times the legal limit. It's the highest figure in England over the last three Christmas periods. Read the shocking details.
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Discover the 16 most desirable streets in Birmingham for 2026, as chosen by local readers and writers. Find your perfect neighbourhood in Brum.
Three men from Birmingham have been sentenced for a deliberate hit-and-run that injured two teenagers and a woman. The motive for the attack remains unclear. Read the full court report.
The NHS is launching a major trial of a new blood-cleaning device, Dialive, for acute-on-chronic liver failure. Starting early next year, it offers new hope for gravely ill patients.
Police crackdown reveals thousands of drivers over the alcohol limit during Christmas operations. Experts call for stricter drink-drive rules in England and Wales.
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Safety campaigners urge a 'Graduated Driving Licence' with a night curfew and near-zero alcohol limits for new drivers to reduce serious accidents. Could this save young lives?
Explore the festive history of Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre through decades of Christmas photos, from royal openings to today's retail buzz. A Brummie holiday essential.
Citizen's new virtual try-on tool lets you see any watch on your wrist via your smartphone. We tested it with the £400 Red Arrows Promaster Air Navihawk.
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years of trusted private GP care, built on transparent pricing, rapid results, and patient-first service. Discover the clinic's legacy.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a series of break-ins in Oldbury. Keys and cash were stolen in the early hours of November 2. Can you help?
As drink-drive limits tighten, a personal breathalyser like the AlcoSense Excel removes dangerous guesswork. We review this award-winning device that could be vital for UK motorists this Christmas.
The NHS advises patients on key hypertension medications about dangerous interactions and side effects. Learn the signs of low blood pressure and when to see your GP.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster demands Progressive Driving Licences with night curfews and lower alcohol limits for novices to slash road deaths. Urgent call for government action.
Discover BirminghamLive's ultimate foodie guide for 2026, featuring 26 essential restaurants from cheap bites to luxury dining. Get the list and sign up for weekly food news.