Birmingham's pink sky mystery solved after Storm Goretti
The cause of Birmingham's mysterious purple sky has been revealed as stadium grow lights, not snow, as Storm Goretti continues to cause UK-wide disruption. Read the full story.
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Birmingham bin strike hits one-year anniversary
Birmingham's refuse strike enters its second year with no end in sight. Workers face £8,000 pay cuts as rubbish piles up and rats swarm streets. Read the latest.
Birmingham bin strike hits one-year mark with no end in sight
Birmingham's refuse workers mark one year of strike action, with union resolve 'rock solid' against council restructuring plans that could cost staff £8,000 a year. See the latest.
Unexploded Bomb Found in Birmingham, Halts Trains
An unexploded wartime bomb discovered near a Birmingham railway line caused major train cancellations and a 100m exclusion zone. Bomb disposal teams made the device safe. Read the full story on the disruption.
Expert: Simple, repeated play best for baby brain development
A child development expert warns parents that overstimulation with flashy toys hinders learning. Discover why simplicity and repetition are key for infant brainpower.
Birmingham's 2026 European Athletics Adds Public 5km Race
Birmingham's 2026 European Athletics Championships will feature a public Unity 5km & 1km fun run on the final day. UK Athletics CEO Jack Buckner says it's about inspiring everyone to get active. Sign up now!
Public to run elite course at European Athletics Championships
A new city centre 5km and 1km fun run will let the public share the course with stars at the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham. Sign up now!
Hundreds duped by fake Birmingham fireworks again
Hundreds of revellers braved freezing temperatures in Birmingham for a non-existent NYE fireworks display, fooled for a second year by AI-generated online adverts. Learn how to spot misinformation.
Birmingham bin strikes create festive waste crisis
Birmingham's bin strike crisis continues as Christmas waste rots on streets. Residents describe 'hellish' conditions with no end in sight for the year-long industrial action.
Birmingham bin strike: New Year 'mega-picket' planned
Birmingham could see renewed disruption as unions plan a major 'mega-picket' in support of the long-running bin strike, with fears of more rubbish and rat infestations. Read the latest on the escalating dispute.
Birmingham bin collections suspended amid strike
Bin collections in Birmingham are suspended as agency workers join the strike. Rubbish piles up amid allegations of bullying and threats from council management. Read the latest.
Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency workers walk out
All bin collections in Birmingham suspended after agency staff join the ongoing strike. Unite union claims bullying and blacklisting threats, while the council denies allegations. Find out the latest.
Birmingham bin strikes suspend all collections
Birmingham's bin collection service is suspended due to mass pickets by agency and council workers. The council aims to resume collections tomorrow. Read the latest on the dispute.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike action
Agency refuse workers in Birmingham join ongoing bin strikes over alleged bullying and harassment. Unite union warns dispute could continue beyond May elections.
Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans revealed
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a revolutionary 62,000-capacity stadium, the 'Powerhouse', set to open by 2030. A £3bn project set to transform the city's skyline and become a global beacon for sport and entertainment.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Birmingham bin strikes escalate as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency staff
Birmingham's bin strike intensifies as agency workers vote to join the picket lines from December 1, with Unite warning the dispute could last beyond May's local elections.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
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.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Youth Chess Clubs Transform London & Birmingham
Discover how a new wave of youth chess clubs in London and Birmingham is creating vibrant communities, boosting mental skills, and attracting diverse young players away from screens.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
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.
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.
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