Birmingham 1997: How the city looked in a pivotal year
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher was a pallbearer at the funeral of Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield in Manchester. Read the full story and tributes.
Hundreds of fans and famous friends gathered in Manchester to pay their final respects to Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield. See the emotional scenes from his funeral procession and service.
Birmingham's new lead commissioner says the city must earn the respect of a true 'second city', drawing direct inspiration from Barcelona's global standing. Read the full analysis.
A major redevelopment in Wolverhampton will see a vacant Sports Direct store converted into a 52-bed hotel, gym, and five new retail units, boosting city centre investment.
A doctor reveals how eating cheese before festive drinking could help prevent a hangover. Discover the science and how many units trigger symptoms.
A Which? blind taste test reveals supermarket own-brand cheddars from Tesco and M&S beat Cathedral City. See the full ranking and save money on your Christmas shop.
A Yorkshire dad ate only Greggs for 72 hours, spending £30.67. He reveals the 'absolutely beautiful' winner and the 'diabolical' £3.65 toastie he'll never buy again. Read his full verdict.
A blind taste test by Which? has revealed the best cheddar cheeses for Christmas. Find out which supermarket own-brand beat the famous Cathedral City.
Plans approved to transform Wolverhampton's empty Sports Direct into a 52-bed hotel, gym, and five retail units, bringing jobs and investment to the city centre.
Discover the three main contrasts between Birmingham's huge German Christmas Market and the Cathedral Square craft market. Plan your perfect festive visit with our guide.
Live coverage and analysis as Birmingham City's poor away record faces a stern test against in-form Southampton at St Mary's. Follow all the action here.
Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness warns Birmingham City's ambitious new 62,000-seat 'Powerhouse' stadium will likely cost far more than expected. Blues target a 2030/31 opening.
Birmingham City have been handed a hefty £115,000 fine by the Football Association for their role in a mass brawl against Hull City. The FA cited a 'consistent failing' by the club.
UK households could see festive feta supplies dwindle after a deadly sheep and goat virus outbreak in Greece decimates herds. Discover the impact on your Christmas table.
Music fans feel 'ripped off' after Heather Small performed for just 25 minutes at Manchester Cathedral. Organisers accused of mis-selling the event. Read the full story.
Notorious Birmingham rapper Twista Cheese used aerosol flamethrower at petrol station, causing £7k damage and risking explosion. Read the shocking CCTV footage details.
Birmingham's two Christmas markets go head-to-head in our festive comparison. Discover which market offers the best food, gifts and atmosphere this winter season.
Birmingham City's squad is severely depleted with eight players potentially missing the Championship clash against Bristol City due to suspension and injuries.
Birmingham City's squad is stretched thin with eight players potentially missing the Championship clash against Bristol City due to suspension and injury. Get the latest team news.
Birmingham rapper Omar Abdirizak, known as Twista Cheese, sentenced to over eight years for a flamethrower attack on a petrol station worker. His Instagram account posts updates.
Birmingham City celebrated their 150th anniversary in style with a 4-1 demolition of Norwich City at St Andrew's. Read the full player ratings and match report.
Birmingham City resume their Championship campaign against Norwich City. Our writers predict Chris Davies' lineup with two key changes. Have your say on the team selection.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery gives a dismissive response to rivals Birmingham City's new 60,000-seat Powerhouse stadium plans. Get the latest on the Second City derby rivalry.
Birmingham City host Norwich City with Anthony Backhouse as referee, the official previously accused of 'winking and laughing' at a player. Can the Blues close the gap on the play-offs?
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a new 62,000 capacity stadium, the centrepiece of a multi-billion pound Sports Quarter. See the stunning images and details.
Chris Davies is set to make three changes to his Birmingham City side as they host Norwich City in the Championship. Get the full predicted line-up and team news here.
Birmingham City goalkeeper Ryan Allsop discusses his new contract until 2028, his battle with James Beadle, and the club's exciting Sports Quarter plans. Read the full interview.
Omar Abdirizak, known as Twista Cheese, sentenced to six years and nine months for robbery and arson after using a makeshift flamethrower at a Birmingham petrol station.