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Midlands’ unsung heroes celebrated at star-studded Birmingham awards show
Denise James
November 9, 2021
Unsung heroes from the community and business sectors have been honoured at a special awards ceremony in Birmingham which aims to recognise people who "go that extra mile" and inspire others to do the same. The…
Interactive Squid Game experience heading to Birmingham and Manchester
Staff Reporter
October 31, 2021
Netflix has surprised Squid Game fans on Halloween by bringing a replica of the show’s iconic animatronic doll to Westfield shopping centre in London, ahead of the life-size figure also appearing in Birmingham…
10 stunning murals launched in Lozells as interactive Birmingham art trail goes live
Staff Reporter
October 29, 2021
A series of stunning murals have been unveiled throughout Lozells in Birmingham as part of an interactive arts trail created to inspire local residents. The colourful artworks have been designed…
Artist unveils outdoor exhibition in Chamberlain Square to mark 50 years of Bangladesh freedom
Rangzeb Hussain
October 22, 2021
A new outdoor exhibition has opened in Birmingham’s Chamberlain Square to mark the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence with works that explore the dark history of colonialism and oppression. 'Lost…
David Olusoga announced to attend Birmingham Lit Fest 2021 during Black History Month
Rangzeb Hussain
October 5, 2021
David Olusoga, one of the UK's most respected historians and broadcasters, is due to attend the Birmingham Literature Festival 2021 on Saturday (9th Oct) during Birmingham Black History Month. The…
Thousands welcome Birmingham Pride as LGBTQ+ festival returns bigger and better than ever
Staff Reporter
September 25, 2021
Thousands of people have taken to the streets to celebrate the return of Birmingham Pride this weekend, after the event was twice postponed due to the COVID pandemic. Following a hiatus of 28…
Lozells park screens Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ as residents get first-ever open air film night
Staff Reporter
August 29, 2021
Residents in Handsworth and Lozells were treated to a free outdoor cinema experience yesterday when The Lion King was shown on the big screen at Georges Park. Hundreds of families…
IN PICTURES: Birmingham Weekender 2021 thrills crowds across city centre venues
Staff Reporter
August 29, 2021
Birmingham Weekender has made a welcome return this August bank holiday weekend, with over 100 free events for the public to enjoy. Once again produced by the Birmingham Hippodrome, this…
IN PICTURES: Simmer Down Festival 2021 in Handsworth Park
Staff Reporter
August 25, 2021
The sun was shining over Birmingham on Sunday as the Simmer Down Festival made a welcome return to its home in Handsworth Park following a limited virtual presence online during…
IN PICTURES: Birmingham 2022 team showcase sporting spirit at New Street Station roadshow
Staff Reporter
August 21, 2021
A Birmingham 2022 roadshow event to promote next year's Commonwealth Games has been taking place at New Street Station today. One of several mini outings showcasing live sport in the…