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Five arrested in Birmingham on suspicion of terrorism offences
Staff Reporter
September 5, 2018
Five people have been arrested today (Wednesday 5 September) on suspicion of terrorism offences. Three men, a woman and a 17-year-old boy were detained following a series of arrests across…
Why a huge PS4 Spider-Man graffiti mural has appeared in Birmingham
Staff Reporter
September 5, 2018
A massive piece of graphic novel art has appeared in Digbeth this week, in the guise of comic book hero Spider-Man. With final touches being added to the over 12-foot high…
Former Beautiful South members regroup for Birmingham date
Staff Reporter
September 4, 2018
A new incarnation of The Beautiful South is back on a national UK tour, playing the Birmingham Hare & Hounds next month. When great British pop institution, The Beautiful South…
Punch Records supports emerging BME filmmakers from the West Midlands
Staff Reporter
September 4, 2018
Six emerging BME filmmakers from the West Midlands have been given the opportunity to fulfil their potential as part of a six-month artist development programme called BACK IN. The dynamic…
BBC Digital Cities is back in Birmingham for multimedia skills showcase
Staff Reporter
September 4, 2018
BBC Academy’s Digital Cities is returning this month, with a series of masterclasses, workshops and networking opportunities, for those looking to thrive and learn in the digital sector. The exciting…
West Midlands Police on hunt for new Youth Commissioners
Staff Reporter
September 3, 2018
Young people in the region are once again being given the chance to become West Midlands Youth Commissioners, and work with West Midlands Police to highlight important issues that affect young…
Funeral arrangements announced for Solihull double murder victims
Staff Reporter
September 3, 2018
Funeral arrangements have been announced for the victims of the double murder which took place in Solihull last week. A daughter and her mother were stabbed to death in Solihull in…
12 stabbings in one week leave Birmingham shaken. Here’s the victims…
Staff Reporter
September 3, 2018
Twelve stabbings in and around Birmingham have left the city shaken this past week, as Bank Holiday Monday began with news a double murder. Mother and daughter Khaola Saleem and Raneem Oudeh…
How does the Birmingham Westside Metro Extension affect you?
Staff Reporter
September 3, 2018
As Birmingham's metro routes continue to expand, commuters are being hit with road closures, changes in pedestrian walkways, confusing public footpath and city centre route changes. So, what's going on…
Paradise Circus closed to all traffic from today until Summer 2019
Staff Reporter
September 3, 2018
From today, Paradise Circus is closed to all traffic until Summer 2019. Broad Street area remains open for business while the Metro extension is built. (more…)