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Convicted killer speaks from prison on the life-ruining consequences of carrying a knife
“It’s not nice, having to live with the feeling that I’ve taken a life. Especially when you’re in your cell, thinking about things, they come to haunt " These are…
Retail stores in West Brom are being taken over by actors for live interactive storytelling
A free mini theatre festival is set to take place in West Bromwich this weekend, with performances being held in actively running businesses. Actors and music artists are taking their talent…
Harvi Khatkar creates history as first Sikh and BME woman to become Superintendent
A groundbreaking cop is proving an inspiration to others after becoming the most senior Sikh female officer in the history of West Midlands Police. Harvi Khatkar is the first woman…
Ariana Grande concert security beefed up in Birmingham as airport-style measures enforced
Security at an Ariana Grande concert in Birmingham was stepped up yesterday as airport-style security measures were enforced, demanding attendees reveal all their belongings in transparent bags. Ticket holders for Ariana…
West Midlands mayoral hopeful criticises lack of BAME candidates standing for the position
A prominent candidate for West Midlands metro mayor has criticised the lack of black and ethnic minority candidates standing for the position, as well as the lack of women, describing…
Fans sing “Happy Birthday” to movie star Sam Neill at Peaky Blinders Festival in Digbeth
Internationally-renowned actor Sam Neill appeared in The Legitimate Peaky Blinders Festival in Digbeth on Saturday and was pleasantly surprised when fans sang 'Happy Birthday' as he sat with cast members…
Domestic Chelmsley Wood thug smashed girlfriend’s head through car windscreen [CONTAINS GRAPHIC IMAGES]
A domestic thug pushed his girlfriend’s head through the rear windscreen of his car − leaving her with multiple facial fractures − just hours after telling friends “I’d never hit…
Aston Villa launches new ethnic minority women’s supporters group with Saathi House
A brand-new supporters group has been launched with the help of the Aston Villa Foundation, with a strong focus on representing women of migrant heritage. 'Saathi Villans' has been created to…
New Legacy Centre for Black excellence launches in Birmingham on site of The Drum
A new social enterprise aiming to inspire and celebrate black achievement has opened its doors in Newtown, at the home of the former Drum arts centre in Birmingham. The Legacy Centre of Excellence centre opened…
The Peaky Blinders fan art that’s been turned into a national poster campaign
To celebrate the return of the fifth series of Peaky Blinders, the BBC asked fans to create pieces of art inspired by the legendary Shelby family. Over a thousand submissions were…