Sunday Quiz: 1970s & 1960s UK History and Culture
Challenge yourself with our Sunday quiz, featuring questions on iconic 1970s events, music, and politics, plus a bonus round on the Swinging Sixties. How many can you get right?
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10 Christmas truths only Birmingham locals will get
Discover the hilarious local quirks and dialect that make a Birmingham Christmas unique. From 'going round the Wrekin' to 'wagging it', we decode the festive season, Brummie-style.
Andrea Egan elected Unison general secretary in shock win
Andrea Egan has been elected as the new general secretary of Unison, the UK's largest trade union, in a surprise result. Read the full story and what it means for public sector workers.
Junior Doctors Strike After Rejecting Government Deal
Junior doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from December 17th after BMA members overwhelmingly rejected a government offer. The walkout coincides with record flu cases, sparking a patient safety row.
16 Signs You're a True Brummie
From 'moms' to the No. 11 bus, can you pass the ultimate Birmingham identity test? Discover the 16 rites of passage that prove you're a proper local.
BBC's top earners revealed as Lineker leads for 8th year
The BBC's annual report discloses its highest-paid stars' salaries for 2024/25, with Gary Lineker earning £1.35m. The figures emerge as the broadcaster faces intense scrutiny over its corporate culture.
MCM Birmingham Comic Con 2025: 33 Photos from the UK's Biggest Event
Explore 33 brilliant photos from MCM Birmingham Comic Con 2025, the UK's premier pop-culture event. See the cosplay, gaming zones, and fan celebrations from the NEC weekend.
Defence Chiefs Urged to Strip Andrew's Final Title
Defence chiefs face pressure to remove Prince Andrew's honorary Royal Navy title as the process remains 'ongoing' despite the King's request. Read the latest developments.
Nominate Rochdale's Creative Arts Heroes for Awards
Celebrate Rochdale's vibrant arts scene by nominating local heroes for the Rochdale Culture Awards 2026. Submit your entries before December 19 deadline.
BBC Licence Fee Rise Could Be Blocked by Government
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy may block the annual BBC TV licence fee increase amid an impartiality crisis. Will the £174.50 charge rise in April? Read the latest.
Water Culture Method for Endless Orchid Blooms
Discover the hydroponic orchid technique that guarantees regular, stunning blooms without bark or moss. Learn the simple watering method for healthy roots and beautiful flowers.
DWP creates new team to protect vulnerable claimants
The DWP has established a new safeguarding unit following a scathing report from MPs demanding a 'deep rooted culture change'. Discover the department's new strategy.
Rochdale Poetry Workshop with Laureate Sammy Weaver
Join Rochdale's first poet laureate Sammy Weaver for a creative poetry workshop exploring belonging. Beginners welcome. Submit poems for Rochdale's Year of Culture anthology.
Rochdale's Christmas Music & Arts Events Guide
Discover Rochdale's vibrant festive arts scene with award-winning brass bands, comedy clubs, and theatre productions. Book tickets for unforgettable Christmas celebrations.
Nottingham arts venue pioneers community-led leadership
Discover how Nottingham's New Art Exchange is transforming traditional governance with an innovative citizen-led leadership approach that's putting community voices at the heart of decision-making.
Old Rep Theatre's £5.8m Transformation Revealed
Historic Birmingham theatre receives major funding boost for ambitious redevelopment project that will create new creative spaces and restore heritage features while serving local community.
Orwell & Bowie: Visionary Future Predictions Revealed
New research reveals how literary giant George Orwell and music legend David Bowie accurately forecast technological surveillance and internet culture decades before they emerged.
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