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When the Stands Become Political: Inside Birmingham's Ban on Israeli Fans
Birmingham's decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a Europa League match has sparked accusations of discrimination and political bias. Two years after the Legia Warsaw riots, the controversy reveals how European football is struggling to stay neutral amid rising global tensions.
Carson Beale Oct 17, 2025
Birmingham's Flag Ban Ignites Debate on Patriotism and Belonging
Birmingham's ban on local flag displays has sparked a nationwide debate over patriotism, identity, and what it really means to belong in modern England.
Carson Beale Oct 09, 2025
Doctor Suspended from Birmingham Hospital for 'Poor English Skills' — Risk to Patients or Racism?
Dr Monika Matko, who qualified in Hungary in 2003, first faced scrutiny in 2019 when colleagues reported concerns about her communication and record-keeping.
Ria Pathak Sep 03, 2025
'This Country Has No Backbone!': Fury as Council Removes Union Jack Flags While Palestinian Flags Stay Up for Months
Birmingham City Council has sparked outrage after removing Union Jack flags installed by locals, citing safety risks, while Palestinian flags remain on display. Critics call the move biased and politically charged.
Paolo Villanueva Aug 15, 2025
When Is Ozzy Osbourne's Funeral? 30 July Procession in Birmingham Will Give Fans a Final Glimpse
Ozzy Osbourne's funeral procession is scheduled for 1 pm BST on 30 July in Birmingham. Fans can line Broad Street or watch a livestream before a private family funeral.
Annalyn Zoglmann Jul 29, 2025
Ozzy Osbourne vs Axl Rose: Iconic Rock Legends Collide in Epic First-Ever Showdown
Ozzy Osbourne and Axl Rose met for the first time backstage at the 'Back to the Beginning' concert in Birmingham. Their long-overdue handshake marked a historic moment during Ozzy's farewell performance.
Annalyn Zoglmann Jul 08, 2025
Who Is David Draiman? Disturbed Frontman Booed at Black Sabbath Farewell Amid Israel Comment Backlash
David Draiman, the voice behind global metal hits, was booed during Black Sabbath's farewell gig in Birmingham. The backlash was not about the music; it was political.
Archana Jayachandran Jul 08, 2025
Air India Flight AI171 Crash in Ahmedabad: Boeing 787 Dreamliner Plummets with 242 Onboard
On 12 June 2025, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying 242 passengers and crew, including 169 Indians and 53 Britons, crashed into Ahmedabad's Meghani Nagar.
Ashish Shaik Jun 12, 2025
UK Employer Who Fired Pregnant Worker by Text With 'Jazz Hands' Emoji Ordered to Pay £93K
An employment tribunal has awarded a consultant from Birmingham £93,616.74 after her boss fired her with a text that included a jazz hands emoji.
Andrea Tode Jimenez Feb 25, 2025
Pro-Palestine Protesters Release Live Rats in McDonald's Branches in London
The October 7 Israel-Hamas conflict sparked protests across major cities across the globe, including London, Paris, Rome and New York.
Aldous Cabildo Nov 04, 2023
UK Homelessness Crisis Expected To Worsen This Winter
Both Glasgow City Council and Birmingham City Council say that the government fast-tracking the asylum backlog will have a detrimental effect on the current homelessness crisis in the UK.
Danielle Summer Oct 27, 2023
Government Launches Five-Year Intervention at Birmingham City Council to Address Serious Problems
Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has confirmed a comprehensive five-year intervention at Birmingham City Council to address its serious financial and governance challenges.
Pragati Singh Oct 05, 2023
Suella Braverman pushing for a ban on American XL bully dogs
Home Secretary Suella Braverman is seeking "urgent advice" on banning "lethal" American XL bully dogs following a horrific attack on a young girl in Bordesley Green, Birmingham.
Kaja Traczyk Sep 11, 2023
Birmingham City Council effectively declares bankruptcy and stops all but essential spending
Europe's largest local authority confirmed it had issued the declaration that it cannot balance its books without government intervention.
Taylor J. Mustafa Sep 05, 2023
Four children suffer cardiac arrest after falling through ice on frozen lake
Four children are in critical condition after they fell through the ice at a lake in Solihull, UK.
Sadhna Yadav Dec 12, 2022
UK Conservative Party members suspected of homophobic abuse at party
Conservative party members have been accused of using homophobic slurs at an event organised to celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity in Birmingham on Tuesday.
Sadhna Yadav Oct 06, 2022
Woman brutally beaten for 'declining threesome request' on night out
A woman was brutally attacked during a night out in Birmingham after she allegedly refused the offer of a threesome with a man and a woman.
Sadhna Yadav Aug 09, 2022
Birmingham explosion leaves man in critical condition, several houses damaged
A man has received life-threatening injuries in a possible gas explosion.
Sadhna Yadav Jun 27, 2022
Video captures McDonald's security violently beating and kicking woman after prank gone wrong
The woman was told to throw a cup of ice to the guard's face prior to the attack.
Tanya Diente Jun 28, 2021
Soul vs. social distancing: Baptism gathering near Birmingham violates COVID-19 restrictions
A health care worker photographed a group of at least 16 people ignoring lockdown rules by gathering at Babbs Mill Lake.
Agrima Tikader Apr 07, 2020
Expert ski instructor crashes and dies while skiing a beginner slope alone
An expert skier from Birmingham was found dead after crashing into trees off the beginner level slope in the Italian Alps.
Agrima Tikader Jan 21, 2020
Hoarder's body found after cleaners searched trash-filled home for five hours
Specialist cleaners had to clear trash out of a hoarder's home before the police could remove his entombed body.
Agrima Tikader Jan 17, 2020
No punishment for insensitive teacher who nicknamed disabled car crash victim 'roadkill'
The teacher who called a disabled teenager "roadkill" was allowed to retain his position in school, adding to the distress of the student and his parents.
Agrima Tikader Jan 10, 2020
Missing teen found in Birmingham after running away with online boyfriend
The 14-year-old girl, who was reported missing, is supposedly safe in Birmingham after running away with a boy she met online.
Agrima Tikader Dec 31, 2019
Mother released on bail after 10-year-old boy found dead in caravan
The mother of a 10-year-old boy, who was found dead in a caravan in Birmingham, has been released on bail.
Agrima Tikader Aug 23, 2019
Conservative Party conference 2018: It's do or die for Theresa May
The cost of failure in Birmingham will be very high for May, the Conservative Party, and the country.
Andrew Scott Crines Oct 01, 2018
Eid Mubarak! 140,000 British Muslims enjoy Europe's largest celebration in Birmingham
The end of the fast of Ramadan was cause for a massive celebration in Small Heath, Birmingham.
Staff Reporter Jun 15, 2018
Storm Emma batters Britain: Paramedics attacked while families are told to evacuate
Forecasters warn there is more danger to come from Storm Emma and The Beast from the East as blizzards batter the UK.
James Hetherington Mar 03, 2018
EE's mobile internet went down this morning, and people were not happy
EE customers have had their mobile internet restored after the company's service suffered major issues from around 7am to 10am on Tuesday (27 February).
James Hetherington Feb 27, 2018
Intoxicated gunman shoots at Birmingham pub after being turned away for being too drunk
Lee Embley jailed for calmly fired a gun into a crowded Birmingham pub before being arrested by firearms officers in high speed pursuit.
Ewan Palmer Feb 13, 2018
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