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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.

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.

Sky Sports axes Halo brand after backlash

Sky Sports has scrapped its female-targeted Halo brand just days after launch following a furious backlash accusing it of being patronising. Read the full story.

Sky Sports criticised for 'patronising' female fans

Sky Sports faces criticism for its new female-targeted TikTok channel 'Halo', branded the 'lil sis' of main content and accused of patronising women with pink branding. Discover the full story.

Missouri's $3.88bn Sports Betting Projection

Missouri's legal sports betting market, launching 1st December, is projected to generate a massive $3.88bn handle in its first year. Discover the key figures and driving forces behind this economic surge.

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.

Win Prizes in This Week's Ultimate Sports Quiz

From Premier League drama to boxing's biggest punches, dive into our weekly sports quiz covering football, cricket, rugby, boxing, darts, baseball and swimming for your chance to win exciting prizes.

Barstool Sports' Cody Beef Dies - Community Mourns

The sudden and tragic passing of Barstool Sports personality Cody Beef has sent shockwaves through the sports media community, leaving colleagues and fans mourning the loss of a beloved content creator.

NFL warns players after NBA's Mafia betting scandal

The NFL has issued an urgent warning to its athletes about gambling dangers after explosive revelations of Mafia involvement in the NBA's betting controversy. Learn how American sports leagues are battling organised crime infiltration.

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.

ESPN's Sam Ponder sparks trans athlete controversy

ESPN presenter Sam Ponder ignites controversy by sharing a viral video about transgender athletes in female sports, questioning fairness and sparking intense social media debate about biological advantages.

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.

Pushy Parents: Youth Sports' Biggest Problem

Leading sports psychologists warn that overbearing parental behaviour is becoming the primary obstacle to children's athletic development and enjoyment in UK sports.

Muhammad Ali's sumo wrestling challenge in Tokyo

Discover the incredible true story of how Muhammad Ali stepped into the sumo ring against Japan's wrestling titans during his 1970s Tokyo visit - a remarkable crossover of combat sports history.

Footballer's family avoids prison in manslaughter case

In a dramatic court ruling, the mother and teenage son of Jamaican footballer Leon Bailey received suspended sentences for killing a handyman, with the judge citing their 'positive contributions' to society.

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