David Weaver, a 45-year-old father from Birmingham, lost his life after being viciously attacked while trying to break up a violent brawl at the Hare and Hounds pub in Erdington nearly 17 years ago. Known as a peacemaker, …
Localist – The Food Merchant, a prominent UK wholesaler supplying major supermarkets such as Morrisons, Waitrose, and Co-op, has officially ceased trading following liquidation, leaving 71 employees redundant. The company had …
As HMRC prepares to implement its Making Tax Digital (MTD) system for income tax returns this April, more than 1,600 individuals have already applied for exemptions on the grounds of “digital exclusion.” This figure comes …
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Mauritania, warning UK tourists to exercise caution due to recent protests. The update, released late on Tuesday, March 24, …
A long-neglected section of Birmingham’s busiest street is on the verge of a remarkable transformation. The Grade II-listed building at 92-93 New Street, located opposite the lively ‘Chicken Quarter’ renowned for its array of …
If I asked you, “Where are you from?” what would your answer be? It seems like such a straightforward question, yet over the past few weeks, I’ve noticed how much weight those four words carry—and how they can make people …
Plans to convert the Jubilee Gardens Care Centre in Smith’s Wood into residential apartments have been approved despite significant opposition from the community and local representatives. Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull …
A terrifying ordeal unfolded on a May night in Birmingham when Simon Tang, a 56-year-old married businessman, violently attacked a sex worker after agreeing to a £20 transaction. What started as a routine encounter quickly …
Aarav Chopra, a three-year-old boy from Wolverhampton, tragically died after a routine liver biopsy at Birmingham Children’s Hospital went horribly wrong. During the procedure performed by a trainee doctor, an artery was …
As Birmingham prepares to introduce the £15.5 million Cross City Bus Package 6 West, aimed at boosting the Number 74 bus route between Birmingham City Centre and West Bromwich, local councillors are stressing a crucial …
A popular car boot sale in the Midlands has issued a stern warning to both sellers and buyers about the consequences of fly-tipping at their events. Following last weekend’s gathering at Furnace End Market and Car Boot Sale …
A man was left bloodied following a violent confrontation in Dudley town centre on Monday morning. Emergency services were dispatched around 11:30 a.m. after reports of a group of people fighting at Market Place. Councillor …
Simon Tang, a 56-year-old businessman, has been sentenced to nearly ten years in prison for the brutal rape of a prostitute, an attack that involved striking her with a baseball bat. The case, heard at Birmingham Crown Court, …
Nestled in the heart of Solihull, Smith’s Wood Academy stands as a remarkable example of educational transformation. Once struggling to meet expectations, the school has surged ahead to become the most improved school in …
Kevin Smith and his family are trapped in a living nightmare in their home on Lyttelton Road, Stourbridge. The house is riddled with damp, pervasive mould, unsafe electrical wiring, structural damage, and even invasive …