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In 2025, several female prison officers have been sentenced to prison after engaging in inappropriate relationships with inmates. These illicit activities came to light following investigations led by police and the Ministry … Read More

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“We’ve had enough.” This was the unanimous response from countless Birmingham residents each time a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) application was submitted in their neighborhoods during 2025. Communities rallied … Read More

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Tucked away beside Platform 2 at Sutton Coldfield Railway Station in Birmingham lies Folklore, a café that effortlessly blends community spirit with unique charm. Once the station’s shop, this hidden gem is easy to overlook, … Read More

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The Burger Bar Boys and Johnson Crew are infamous names in Birmingham’s criminal history—rival gangs that brought decades of violence and fear to the city’s north. Their reign over the drug trade and territorial disputes left … Read More

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Preston Mahon, a former security guard who worked with high-profile acts like One Direction, Leona Lewis, Westlife, and Boyzone, is now facing a critical health crisis. After years of dedication to his demanding job, Preston … Read More

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The Morris Centre swimming pool, located at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital site in Selly Oak, Birmingham, is set to close indefinitely on December 31 due to significant safety and structural concerns. The facility, which serves … Read More