UNBELIEVABLE: 12 | History Defined

Who is Al Carns? The former Royal Marine tipped to challenge Starmer

Decorated former marine Al Carns has emerged as a potential successor to Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader, with backbenchers increasingly discussing him as a contender amidst questions over Starmer's future. Carns, 45, had a distinguished 24-year military career, rising from the most junior ranks to Colonel, including four tours…

The Independent UK · May 14

Luke Littler predicts fireworks in chasing Premier League history in Birmingham

The back-to-back world champion is targeting a record seventh nightly victory on Thursday.

The Independent UK · May 13

Prince urges more people to talk about suicide as he opens mental health centre

The Prince of Wales opened James’ Place in Birmingham, which is specifically designed for men in crisis.

Evening Standard · May 11

‘Nobody’s going out!’ Why is Britain’s nightlife in such decline – and can anything save it?

One in four late-night venues went out of business between 2020 and 2025. Those that remain are struggling to pull in customers. Maybe a night out in Birminghan will reveal why

The Guardian - UK · May 5

Man accused of Peter Kay bomb hoax is removed from court

Omar Majed, 19, from Birmingham, is accused of communicating false information to police

Evening Standard · May 4

UK flag row turns ugly: Council workers face threats over Union Jack removals across England

Shropshire Council staff and elected members are facing abuse and intimidation over the removal of unauthorized Union Jack and St George's flags. These installations, believed to have spread from Birmingham, are causing safety concerns and financial burdens for residents. Other councils, like Oxfordshire, are also grappling with similar issues and…

The Times of India · May 4

Peter Kay comedy show bomb suspect Omar Majed ordered to leave court after outbursts

A 19-year-old accused of triggering a bomb scare at a Peter Kay comedy show was removed from court after repeatedly interrupting proceedings. Omar Majed was taken down to the cells midway through a brief hearing at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday after failing to comply with instructions from the judge.

The Times of India · May 4

Teenager accused of bomb hoax at Peter Kay show is remanded in custody after courtroom outbursts

A Peter Kay comedy show at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena last Friday was cancelled following an alleged bomb hoax

The Independent UK · May 4

Man charged over bomb hoax after Peter Kay show evacuated

Arena in Birmingham cleared after report of suspicious bag, with comedian pulled from stage mid-performance

The Guardian - UK · May 2

Teenager charged after ‘bomb hoax’ halts Peter Kay performance

Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham, was remanded in custody and will appear before magistrates in the West Midlands city on May 4, police said.

The Independent UK · May 2