Isra and Miraj 2026: Key Date and UK Observance
The Night of Ascension, Isra and Miraj, falls on Friday 16 January 2026. Discover the significance, traditions, and how British Muslims mark this sacred event.
The Night of Ascension, Isra and Miraj, falls on Friday 16 January 2026. Discover the significance, traditions, and how British Muslims mark this sacred event.
The story of Olive Coulson, whose 1913 dismissal sparked an eight-week strike at an Enderby boot factory, is now a film. Its world premiere is at the Enderby Civic Centre on 28 February 2026.
Manchester's planning committee will make a final decision on two contentious projects: the 752-home Stockton's skyscraper and the Whalley Range mosque marquee. Watch the debate live.
A vibrant exhibition showcasing local artists from the University of the Third Age opens at Yate Heritage Centre from February 3-25. Free admission. Celebrate creativity in later life!
Glasgow City Council will launch an 18-month trial of a 'People First Zone' in early 2026, restricting private vehicles to prioritise pedestrians. Share your views in the consultation.
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar calls for an external audit, alleging the council planned to close Ladies Walk Centre. Council leader Patrick Harley denies the claims. Read the full story.
Marks & Spencer has responded to calls for a town centre comeback, stating it has 'no plans' to return to Sutton Coldfield. Discover why and what's next for the Gracechurch Centre.
A Birmingham nurse with a 45-year career has been removed from the register after sharing anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant content on Facebook. Read the full NMC ruling details.
Exclusive: The Traitors contestant Fozia Fazil opens up about representing Birmingham, Muslim women, and breaking barriers on national television. Read her inspiring story.
Former Traitors contestant Fozia Fazil shares how the BBC accommodated her needs as a Muslim woman during filming in the Scottish Highlands. Discover the behind-the-scenes reality.
Woodhall Spa Parish Council secures funding to restore historic Victorian signage and picket fencing on The Broadway, preserving heritage and improving village centre safety.
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Association in Doncaster will mark New Year's Day 2026 with prayer, community street cleaning, and free 'Meals with Love'. Join from 12:30pm at Baitul Baseer Mosque.
Furious shoppers were trapped in gridlocked car parks at the Trafford Centre for over two hours. Read about the traffic hell that caused major delays and a public safety outcry.
Shoppers faced 'gridlock hell' at the Trafford Centre as car park chaos left them stuck for hours. One woman had to direct traffic. Read the full story of the post-Christmas sales nightmare.
Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth in the West Midlands planted hundreds of trees, visited 19 care homes, and served 500 hot meals this festive season. Discover their inspiring community work.
Robert Weaver, 38, was imprisoned for a fortnight in dire conditions after Bulgarian police failed to verify his identity. Read his shocking ordeal and the legal action he is now taking.
Step back to 1968 in the West Midlands. See the Bull Ring, Kennedy mosaic, and a region transforming. Explore our gallery of 30 rare photos.
Explore over 40 locally listed heritage assets across Solihull, from 17th-century cottages to Art Deco landmarks. Discover how these buildings shape the borough's unique character and enjoy local protection.
Tamworth's £21.65m regeneration project is finished, linking historic sites and creating new spaces for business to boost footfall. See the transformation.
Walsall Council unveils a 15-year framework to regenerate five key areas, including new homes, a relocated arena, and canal kayaking. Discover the full vision for 2026-2040.
A captivating collection of historical images from Macclesfield, Bosley, and Poynton showcases local pubs, libraries, and community events from the 1910s to 1970s. Explore Cheshire's heritage.
A heritage railway near Birmingham is running special Christmas Day steam trains on a 'pay what you can afford' basis. Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine on a festive journey from Loughborough and Leicester. Book your magical alternative now!
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.
Agy Górzyńska, an eight-time British champion, credits her success to a unique fried chicken liver breakfast. Discover the diet that fuels her strength.
Ormskirk's ancient market celebrates 740 years in 2026, while its iconic Clock Tower turns 150. Discover the rich history and upcoming events marking these major milestones for the Lancashire town.
Explore Birmingham's fading 'ghost signs' - hand-painted adverts on brickwork that offer a unique glimpse into the city's industrial and commercial heritage. Discover where to find them.
Walsall's new £32 million Household Waste Recycling Centre, dubbed the 'biggest in Europe', will open in late January. Get the latest on the state-of-the-art Aldridge facility.
Birmingham councillors have refused plans for a 263-bed student block near New Street station, citing 'less than substantial' harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall.
Birmingham's planning committee has refused a 263-bed student accommodation tower, fearing harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall. Read the full debate.
Plans for a new safe centre in Birmingham to house vulnerable children have been narrowly approved by councillors, despite concerns over the demolition of heritage buildings. The facility aims to address a critical local shortage.