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's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
The American property market is experiencing its slowest sales pace since 2015 as homes linger on the market for record periods. Experts warn of growing buyer hesitation and potential price corrections ahead.
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.
Grace Dent discovers a culinary masterpiece in Birmingham's unlikeliest location, where chef Ben Tesh serves extraordinary food that challenges postcodes and perceptions.
The UK government is backing a major expansion of budget hotel chains Oasis and Premier Inn into Germany, creating a new battleground for British hospitality brands in Europe's largest economy.
Germany introduces groundbreaking tax exemption allowing retirees to earn €1,750 monthly without tax penalties, addressing labour shortages while boosting pensioner incomes.
Prominent financial journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin warns of potential market turbulence ahead, drawing parallels to historical economic downturns and urging investor caution.
A dramatic generational shift is transforming England and Wales' property investment landscape as millennials seize control of the buy-to-let sector, new data reveals.
Exclusive analysis shows London's property market surging ahead while other UK regions experience slowdown. Discover which areas are seeing the biggest price changes and what it means for homeowners.
Global markets face turbulent start to week as former President Trump's proposed 60% China tariffs trigger widespread investor panic and stock market meltdown
House hunters left speechless as ordinary three-bedroom semi-detached property hits market for staggering £5.5 million - more than double average local prices. Neighbours divided over whether the Berkshire home is worth the extraordinary asking price.
Music City's rental boom turns to bust as developers flood market with luxury apartments, forcing unprecedented concessions including 2-3 months free rent and waived fees to attract tenants.
Global stock markets experience dramatic sell-off as former President Donald Trump threatens sweeping tariffs against China, raising fears of renewed trade war and economic instability.
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.
Exclusive analysis reveals three Sussex districts where property values continue to climb despite UK-wide market slowdown. Discover which areas are bucking the trend.
Global financial institutions warn of artificial intelligence stock market bubble as investors pour billions into AI companies amid growing economic concerns.
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.
The highly anticipated new Sydney Fish Market is in a tight race against the clock to welcome visitors for Christmas 2025, with construction teams working feverishly to complete the landmark waterfront development.
New RICS data reveals UK housing market activity has frozen ahead of fiscal statement, with buyer demand and sales expectations plummeting to their lowest levels in decades.
A German mayor lies critically injured after a brutal stabbing, with police arresting his 17-year-old adopted daughter after discovering blood-stained clothing and a knife in a dramatic investigation.
An extraordinary London mansion resembling a 1980s cruise ship complete with nightclub sits unsold at £20M, signalling the dramatic decline of Britain's most exclusive address as billionaires abandon the capital.
Conservative leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch faces backlash over leaked plans to abolish stamp duty, raising concerns about market stability and government revenue.
German authorities have been granted unprecedented powers to intercept and destroy drones near critical infrastructure like Munich Airport, marking a significant shift in national security policy.
A German mayor lies critically injured after a frenzied knife attack allegedly carried out by his teenage adopted daughter, raising urgent questions about youth violence and family dynamics.
The popular mayor of Mannheim remains in critical condition after being repeatedly stabbed by multiple assailants in a shocking attack that has rocked the nation.
Britain's housing market faces dual pressures as house price growth hits its slowest pace since April 2024, while looming US tariffs threaten to disrupt supply chains and drive up costs for homeowners and builders alike.
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.
The Labour Party unveils radical plans to overhaul England's stressful property purchasing system, promising faster transactions and greater transparency for home buyers.
Groundbreaking property reforms could slash completion times and reduce costs for home buyers and sellers in what ministers are calling the biggest shake-up of the housing market in generations.