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Oysters, olives and blue cheese among most disliked foods by Brits, according to new research
New research has revealed the most common foods the great British public dislike are oysters, olives and blue cheese. According to the latest analysis, 34% of Brits aren't keen on…
Police issue “super fine” for Wolverhampton house party breaking COVID-19 rules
West Midlands Police have issued a £10,000 fine after a christening with up to 50 guests was held at a home in Wolverhampton - in a blatant breach of COVID-19 rules.…
Fraudulent charity bosses jailed for illegal trafficking racket exploiting undocumented migrants
A woman who set up a bogus charity purporting to help asylum seekers was secretly smuggling undocumented migrants into the UK and exploiting their labour to enrich herself. Turning a blind eye…
Police hunt for double murder suspect Anthony Russell intensifies as third body is found
Police detectives hunting for a double murder suspect are now investigating the discovery of a third body, West Midlands Police (WMP) have announced. At around noon today, officers searching for…
Jeremy Corbyn suspended from Labour party over antisemitism, challenges decision
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been suspended from the party following a report on his handling of antisemitism, but has vowed to challenge the decision. The Member of Parliament for…
Nakira nightclub and ‘Petite Afrique’ restaurant have licences revoked for operating after 10pm
Birmingham City Council has revoked the licences of two popular city venues for breaching COVID-19 rules. Following a full review of two premises, a nightclub and a restaurant in Birmingham…
Double murder investigation launched after mother and son found dead in Coventry flats
A manhunt is underway as police investigate two murders after discovering a man’s body at a flat in Coventry last night (26 October). West Midlands Police have launched a hunt to find…
West Midlands migrants create and launch community magazine for Black History Month
A team of budding citizen journalists from migrant communities across the West Midlands have launched an online magazine for Black History Month. The group of mature students from Wolverhampton, Birmingham,…
Birmingham city council seeks Commonwealth Games feedback from city residents
Birmingham City Council is asking residents to provide their feedback on the Commonwealth Games which are due to be held in the city for the first time in 2022. Under…
BLACK HISTORY MONTH | INTERVIEW: Joshua Williams
Proud Brummie Joshua Williams is a journalist, broadcaster, presenter and ambassador for several high-profile community initiatives and corporate brands. He’s also been crowned Mr Birmingham, is an avid fundraising fashionista, a…