Plymouth's £40m council revamp sparks fury
Plymouth residents outraged as city centre regeneration costs triple to £36.8m. Concrete benches, rusty metal and dry stream leave locals questioning council spending priorities.
Category : Search result: Birmingham city centre run
17-year-old dies in Harrow shopping centre fall
A 17-year-old boy has died after falling from a height at St George's Shopping Centre in Harrow. Emergency services responded but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Read the latest updates.
Police clash with protesters at Israeli-linked Birmingham factory
West Midlands Police confronted demonstrators during tense Birmingham protests targeting an Israeli defence contractor factory. Latest updates on arrests and community tensions.
Liverpool city centre road closure causes traffic chaos
Liverpool faces major disruption as key city centre road closes for emergency gas works, causing severe traffic delays and raising alarm among local businesses during crucial trading period.
Birmingham CCTV Hunt: Police Release City Centre Footage
West Midlands Police release dramatic CCTV footage and appeal for public help to identify individuals involved in Birmingham city centre disturbances during weekend evening.
Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested
Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.
Hull's unbeaten streak hits nine as Leicester slump continues
Hull City extended their remarkable unbeaten streak to nine matches while Leicester City's promotion hopes suffered another devastating blow in a dramatic Championship Saturday.
Dodgers Fan's World Series Ball Security Nightmare
A Los Angeles Dodgers supporter's dream of catching a World Series home run ball turned into a security nightmare at Rogers Centre, raising serious questions about fan safety protocols.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Ulmarra hit-and-run: Mother's plea for justice
Exclusive: A quiet Australian town is rocked by a devastating hit-and-run that left a young woman with life-threatening injuries as her distraught mother makes an emotional appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Portland ICE facility brawl injures multiple officers
Shocking scenes unfolded at a Portland immigration facility as a massive brawl left multiple federal officers injured and required police reinforcement to restore order.
Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama
Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.
Birmingham German Market drops German signs in accessibility move
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
Texas hit-and-run kills two after street fight
Shocking footage emerges of a Texas street fight that escalated into a fatal hit-and-run, leaving two dead and a community in mourning as police hunt for the driver.
Mercedes driver jailed for Christmas Day 140mph fatal hit-and-run
A reckless Mercedes driver who killed a 22-year-old woman in a horrific 140mph hit-and-run while fleeing police on Christmas Day has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. The devastating incident occurred in Birmingham as the driver attempted to escape au
Reeves scraps Birmingham NEST hub in economic shake-up
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abruptly terminated the planned £150 million NEST innovation hub in Birmingham, marking one of her first major economic decisions and raising concerns about the UK's regional development strategy.
670 Grams: Birmingham's unlikely fine dining destination
Grace Dent discovers a culinary masterpiece in Birmingham's unlikeliest location, where chef Ben Tesh serves extraordinary food that challenges postcodes and perceptions.
Belfast's abandoned shopping centre frozen in time
Explore the eerie remains of Belfast's Castlecourt Shopping Centre, left frozen in the 1990s with shops still fully stocked, revealing a haunting snapshot of retail history.
Mosque bans women from charity park run event
A Blackburn mosque has sparked controversy after banning females from a charity park run event, raising questions about gender equality in community activities.
Melbourne Convention Centre evacuated after fire alarm
Thousands were forced to evacuate the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre after a fire alarm triggered emergency protocols, disrupting a significant business gathering and prompting a swift emergency response.
Birmingham: 95,000 children living in poverty
Shocking new data reveals Birmingham as England's child poverty capital, with nearly half of all children living in deprivation. Exclusive investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
Handsworth Walking Tour: Mandela & Zephaniah's Birmingham
Explore Handsworth's revolutionary spirit on a powerful walking tour through Birmingham's multicultural epicentre, tracing the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and celebrating Benjamin Zephaniah's legacy.
Seville's Historic Centre Transformed into Pedestrian Paradise
Discover how Seville's radical urban makeover has transformed its historic centre into a pedestrian paradise, blending ancient architecture with sustainable living.
Tory MPs Jenrick and Badenoch attack Labour's Birmingham campaign
Senior Conservatives Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch have accused Labour of running a divisive campaign in the Birmingham Ladywood constituency, claiming they're exploiting identity politics ahead of the crucial July 4th by-election.
Pair admit horror sex attack on teenager in city centre
Two men have pleaded guilty to a horrific sexual assault on an 18-year-old woman in Birmingham city centre, with CCTV capturing their movements before and after the attack.
NJ hit-run driver sentenced for killing grandfather
A New Jersey motorist has been sentenced to five years in prison for the fatal hit-and-run that killed 64-year-old Vincent Battiloro, who was struck while crossing the street in Parsippany.
Birmingham's Balti Triangle: UK's Best Curry Secret
A food lover's journey through Birmingham's legendary Balti Triangle reveals why this unassuming area serves up Britain's most authentic curry experience, with sizzling dishes that will transform your understanding of Indian cuisine.
Armed police storm Manchester building in security alert
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Manchester city centre as armed police and bomb disposal units responded to a major security incident, with eyewitnesses describing tense moments during the controlled explosion.
Europe's Best City Breaks: Reader Favourites Revealed
Discover the continent's most captivating urban escapes as Guardian readers share their favourite under-the-radar European cities for 2025, from Marseille's vibrant markets to Helsinki's design scene.
Page 2 of 4