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Lib Dem MP ‘despairs’ over party’s plan to scrap Treasury and replace it with Birmingham-based ‘growth department’

‘At a time when the government is imploding, and people are crying out for serious policies, we announce this,’ Lib Dem MP says

The Independent UK

Treasury should be broken up and moved to Birmingham, say Lib Dems

Under the plans, the new department would set taxes, oversee economic strategy, set fiscal rules and approve major infrastructure projects.

Evening Standard

Teenager who killed Leo Ross, 12, to serve minimum of 13 years in custody

Twelve-year-old was stabbed to death by stranger when walking home from school in Birmingham

The Guardian - UK

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Out of the red, but at what cost? Birmingham council asset sales have left city reeling, say residents

As council declares it’s ‘no longer bankrupt’, people say closure of services have added to social isolation and crime

The Guardian - UK

Teenager who murdered 12-year-old schoolboy to be sentenced

Leo Ross was fatally stabbed in the stomach when he was walking home from school in Birmingham.

Evening Standard

Machete attack leaves two teenagers injured in Birmingham

West Midlands Police called the incident a ‘targeted’ attack and announced an increased police presence over the weekend

The Independent UK

How Wrexham’s Upcoming Fixtures Compare to Playoff Rivals

A remarkable fourth consecutive promotion is still on the cards despite defeat to Millwall.

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Cylla, Birmingham: ‘Maybe the best potato side dish being served in the UK today’ – restaurant review

Punchy cocktails and roaringly traditional Greek food in the heart of Birmingham

The Guardian - UK

Peaky Blinders was 'no-brainer' for Rebecca Ferguson

Signing up for Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man was a “no-brainer” for Rebecca Ferguson after Cillian Murphy approached her but she refused to attempt a Birmingham accent.

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"It's intense back there. Everybody is nervous. And everybody's really emotional because we know it's the last time." Halestorm's Lzzy Hale on Back To The Beginning: The build-up, the show and the aftershow... and the loss of Ozzy Osbourne

When Halestorm's Lzzy Hale was asked to appear at Ozzy Osbourne’s farewell show in Birmingham, ‘thrilled’ doesn’t even come close to how she felt

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Two men dead after light aircraft crashes in Greater Manchester

The Cirrus light aircraft had taken off from Birmingham on Tuesday and crashed in a farmland area of Littleborough shortly after 11am, police say.

Evening Standard

Rock on: Portuguese guitarist Nuno Bettencourt wins Grammy for best performance

The Portuguese singer won the Grammy in the category of Best Rock Performance for his participation in 'Changes (Live from Villa Park)'. The show took place in Birmingham in 2025 at the final concert of legendary British heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne.

Euronews

US woman resolves misdemeanor case opened after accusing priest of predatory behavior

Heather Jones of Alabama says two-year probation agreement leaves her ‘free and clear’ of legal matter

The Guardian - US

Ex-terrorist who praised jihad as a 'compassionate act' set to be UK councillor

Shahid Butt is standing as an independent councillor in Birmingham’s inner city Sparkhill ward

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Thursday news quiz: torchbearers, traitors and troublemakers

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Independent UK

HS2 station will serve ‘whole country’ when line finally built, says rail minister

Lord Hendy said HS2 line and Euston station should be ‘full of trains to go everywhere in Britain'

The Independent UK

Geneva airport closes ‘due to technical issue’ with thousands of passengers diverted and delayed

Inbound easyJet flights from London Gatwick, Birmingham and Manchester have been affected

The Independent UK

Heathrow rolls out scanners in huge new security update

Heathrow Airport has completed a £1 billion rollout of new security scanners, enabling passengers to keep liquids and large electronic devices in their hand luggage. The new technology allows liquid containers of up to two litres to be carried, a significant increase from the previous 100ml limit. Heathrow is now…

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The Independent UK

Suspected underground cable thief emerges from manhole in busy city centre

A suspected underground cable thief emerged from a manhole after being caught by police officers in Birmingham.

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Tony Iommi's guitar auction raises £53,000 for Birmingham cancer charity

The auction of a guitar belonging to Black Sabbath rocker Tony Iommi has raised £53,000 for a cancer charity in the musician's home city of Birmingham.

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Team Liquid’s 8-year ESL streak snapped after falling in ESL One Birmingham 2026 qualifiers

Hard pill to swallow for the TI-winning org.

The Independent UK

6 new sleeper train routes coming in 2026

Roll across Spain, chug between European capitals or travel the Silk Road on trains leaving the station this year

Metal Hammer

“Birmingham has always been embarrassed about its heavy metal heritage - and that’s unacceptable.” The story behind the petition to get Birmingham Airport named after Ozzy Osbourne - and why its founder is refusing to give up

Other musical cities celebrate their musical heritage - so why not the birthplace of heavy metal?

The Guardian - UK

Dining across the divide: ‘For him it seems to come down to good immigrants and bad immigrants’

One is a Reform voter who supports Tommy Robinson. The other works with immigrants and knows they’re not here to steal jobs or get benefits. Can they make it through a meal together?

The Independent UK

Burglary suspect faces murder charge after woman fatally shot when she found her home being ransacked

Marquel Heard, 33, was arrested in Birmingham, Alabama, almost four months after the killing of Ana Scott

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