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Woman jailed for stealing ex-partner’s car in “savage” street hammer attack
Staff Reporter
January 28, 2024
A woman who stole her ex-partner’s car after luring him into a savage street attack has been jailed. Melissa Parkes joined two men in attacking the victim with a hammer…
West Midlands Fire Service “devastated” by death of chief officer Wayne Brown
Staff Reporter
January 28, 2024
The West Midlands Fire Service is in deep mourning following the sudden death of their Chief Officer, Wayne Brown. Discovered at his home on Wednesday, Brown's passing has left an…
Gaza campaigners block entrance to Barclays bank in Birmingham city centre amid boycott action
Staff Reporter
January 28, 2024
A group of protesters blocked the entrance of a Barclays bank in Birmingham to highlight the ongoing bombing of Gaza. The activists held aloft Palestinians flags and banners in front…
“No words for such madness”: George Galloway decries ‘ban’ from Birmingham Palestine protest
Staff Reporter
January 27, 2024
George Galloway has condemned allegedly being banned from addressing a Birmingham pro-Palestine protest, amid claims he was "refused the right to speak" over his views on UK border controls. Attending the…
Man jailed after DNA links him to Smethwick burglary where iPads, jewellery and cash were stolen
Staff Reporter
January 27, 2024
A man has been jailed after forensic evidence linked him to the scene of a burglary in Sandwell last year. Ionut Dobre, aged 31 broke in to a property in…
Man charged after firearm recovered by police in Birmingham
Staff Reporter
January 27, 2024
West Midlands Police have charged a man after a firearm was recovered by officers executing a warrant in Birmingham yesterday. Asif Hussain, aged 31, has appeared before Birmingham Magistrates Court…
Destruction of “iconic” Birmingham Ringway Centre to be reconsidered by council
Staff Reporter
January 26, 2024
Birmingham's historic Ringway Centre, a brutalist landmark, has been granted a reprieve from the wrecking ball. Following strong opposition from campaigners and potential legal challenges, the city council will re-evaluate…
Council investigates after Birmingham stream turns “strange” bright red, leaving locals bewildered
Staff Reporter
January 26, 2024
A stream in Birmingham has mysteriously turned bright red, leaving locals bewildered as to the source of the colour change. Visitors to Hawthorn Brook in Perry Common Meadows noticed the crimson-coloured water…
Channel 4 revive student trainee programme for Joe Lycett late-night show
Staff Reporter
January 26, 2024
Channel 4 have today announced the return of the hugely successful Trainee Programme on the second series of Late Night Lycett, which returns this spring. Award-winning comedian Joe Lycett and…
South Asian ‘Kathak’ dance performances exploring abuse and migration to be staged in Birmingham
Staff Reporter
January 26, 2024
A special performance amplifying Kathak, a south Asian classical dance, will be performed at the city's Birmingham Hippodrome next month. Amina Khayyam Dance Company (AKDC) is returning to the venue's…