Five Major Birmingham Developments Approved in 2025
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
Step back to 1978 Birmingham. See the old Bull Ring, stars at the NEC, and a city transforming. Explore 26 archive photos revealing a different world.
Three Midlands families have triumphed in a UK-wide doorstep carol competition, helping raise £50,000 for Strathcarron Hospice. Watch their winning performances and see the festive spirit in action.
Birmingham and Solihull's Ring and Ride service has merged into the West Midlands Bus On Demand network. Find out about the new operator, vehicles, and what stays the same.
Miley Cyrus joked her engagement ring from Maxx Morando was a Black Friday bargain on Jimmy Kimmel Live! The singer also revealed her unusual paper phobia. Read the full story.
Ring and Ride services in Birmingham, Solihull, and Coventry have merged into West Midlands Bus On Demand, operated by Via. The change promises improved efficiency and accessibility for vulnerable passengers.
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HMRC confirms Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance will rise by 3.8% from April 2026. Plus, how families can save £2,000 yearly with Tax-Free Childcare.
A brazen thief was caught on camera stealing a 6ft Christmas tree from a mum's doorstep in Loughborough. Discover the full story and see how the community helped.
West Midlands Police's expanded Project Guardian Taskforce has made over 70 arrests and seized nearly 70 weapons in a major crackdown on knife crime and serious youth violence.
Sheffield innovator TUBR seals a £154,000 angel investment to accelerate its machine learning platform for food retailers, enabling smarter staffing and waste reduction. Discover how this investment fuels growth.
A 17-year-old boy and a 27-year-old man have been charged with knife offences in Birmingham after a machete and lock knife were recovered in separate police stops. Contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
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Thomas White, 30, sentenced to four-and-a-half years for his role in a cocaine supply network in Cannock. Discover how police dismantled the organised crime group.
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Amazon's 2024 Ring Battery Doorbell has been discounted by 60% to just £39.99 for Black Friday, matching its lowest-ever price. This incredible saving makes it the perfect time to upgrade your home security.
The cost of registering a Lasting Power of Attorney in England and Wales has increased by £10 to £92. Martin Lewis urges adults to secure this vital document to protect their finances and welfare.
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The cost of registering a Lasting Power of Attorney in England and Wales rises by 12% from Monday. Learn about the new fees, exemptions, and why this crucial document is so important for your family's future.
Escape to the Chateau's Dick and Angel Strawbridge are flooded with fan support as they emotionally celebrate 15 years together. See their romantic tribute.
A major shake-up for the West Midlands Ring and Ride service is underway, with new fares, a smaller fleet, and a shorter booking window to improve efficiency and fairness for vulnerable residents.
Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Markets could be demolished as part of the massive £2 billion Paradise Circus regeneration scheme, raising concerns about the future of the city's historic trading heart.
Plans to demolish Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Indoor Market threaten to erase nine centuries of trading history, sparking outrage among traders and heritage campaigners.
After generations of serving fresh produce to Birmingham residents, the iconic fruit and vegetable stall at Bull Ring Open Market has permanently shut its doors, marking the end of an era for the city's market culture.
Historic Bull Ring Market in Birmingham could be demolished to make way for modern housing, sparking debate about preserving heritage versus addressing housing needs.
Discover the professional furniture restorer's secret to removing white heat rings from wooden surfaces using common household items. This proven method could save your precious tables and restore their natural beauty.
Rediscover Birmingham's swinging sixties through stunning archival images showing Bull Ring's early days, bustling markets and a city on the cusp of change.
Discover the incredible journey of William Forbes, the 17th-century Scottish merchant who transformed from Venetian trader to national hero, funding military campaigns against English invasion.
Birmingham City Council's ambitious regeneration strategy could see the iconic Bull Ring Market demolished and relocated, sparking debate about preserving heritage versus urban development.