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The centre of any city is always chaotic, but Birmingham City Council has taken steps to calm these streets down. It has introduced two new Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) this month to crack down on anti-social...
For decades, the idea of retirement was simple: you worked hard, reached a certain age, and then enjoyed the security of a state pension. But in the today, that finish line keeps shifting. And now, with ministers revie...
Drink-driving laws in the UK are poised for significant changes in 2025 as the government proposes to lower the legal alcohol limits for drivers in England and Wales. If you drive, knowing the current rules and what’s...
If you don’t know the name Cold War Steve, you probably know his work: The Brummie artist rose to Twitter fame thanks to his satirical, surrealist collages capturing the British mood. IRL, he’s now unveiled a forthcomin...
After somewhere with just the right amount of opulence and grandeur? Look no further than . Birmingham’s newest Mediterranean eatery only opened on Newhall Street in March and was instantly celebrated for its “regal din...
Birmingham is basically a second Ireland abroad at this point. Okay, maybe that’s a bit extreme, but from the iconic St Patrick’s Day Parade to the UK’s biggest celebration of Irish culture, , you can find Irish charm f...
Almost two years exactly since ‘Black Sabbath - The Ballet’ made its world premiere in Birmingham, the theatrical performance returns to the Second City. The brainchild of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s director, Carlos Acos...
The Smith & Pepper jewellery factory is a fascinating site. When its owners retired in 1981, they didn’t look to sell it or anything. Just stopped trading, locked the door and left everything as it was. The Museum o...
In a successful overnight track test (Wednesday, August 6), trams have finally reached Millennium Point. This is the first time trams have run down Lower Bull Street, Albert Street and across Moor Street Queensway befor...
There may not have been a this year in the end, but Birmingham’s Irish community in the end. And now, Páirc Summer Series, the UK’s biggest celebration of Irish music and culture, is back in Kings Heath with plenty of...