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Poignant street art tribute painted in Aston for Arthur Labinjo-Hughes
Rangzeb Hussain
December 5, 2021
A poignant street art tribute has been painted overnight in the Aston area of Birmingham to Arthur Labinjo-Hughes, aged 6, who tragically lost his life at the hands of his…
Solihull father and stepmother jailed over “sadistic” death of little Arthur, aged 6
Rangzeb Hussain
December 3, 2021
The father and stepmother of 6-year-old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes from Solihull have both been jailed today (3rd December) for the "sadistic" torture and killing of the little lad who was poisoned,…
Protest against LGBTQ hate to be held in Birmingham following homophobic attacks in city
Staff Reporter
October 12, 2021
A protest against LGBTQ+ hate is to be held in Birmingham this week following a series of shocking homophobic attacks in the city in the last few months. The most recent attack…
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…
West Bromwich Albion fan jailed for online racist abuse of player Romaine Sawyers
Rangzeb Hussain
October 1, 2021
A West Bromwich Albion fan was jailed on Thursday (30 Sept) for racially abusing player Romaine Sawyers online after the culprit was tracked down by a football hate crime officer.…
Two men guilty of killing their “baby brother” in Birmingham
Rangzeb Hussain
September 21, 2021
Two callous men have been convicted at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday (20th Sept) for their part in the killing of their younger brother Thomas Rogers. David and Samuel Rogers…
West Midlands migrant groups call on government to grant Afghan refugees sanctuary
Staff Reporter
August 17, 2021
West Midlands migrant organisations have called on the UK government to grant Afghan refugees sanctuary in the region, following the current humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. As people desperately attempt to…
Arrests made after sub-machine gun, shotgun and pistols found in Small Heath
Abdul Kareem
July 17, 2021
Police arrested five people and taken a series of deadly weapons off Birmingham streets on Friday. West Midlands police revealed that officers conducted a firearms warrant at a house in…
Valentine weekend rave at ‘The Covid Arms’ with 150 drinkers raided in Jewellery Quarter
Rangzeb Hussain
February 16, 2021
An illegal makeshift nightclub nicknamed 'The Covid Arms' - constructed for a Valentine weekend of revelry with DJ, bar and VIP lounge area - was raided by police in the…
REVIEW: A Seat at the Fireside – heartwarming book of portraits of Brum’s poor and homeless
Rangzeb Hussain
January 7, 2021
A new photography book showcasing poignant and compassionate studio portraits of people who have endured life under terrible social and economic conditions aims to raise money for Birmingham homeless charities.…