West Midlands' Happiest Places to Live Revealed for 2025
Rightmove's 2025 Happy at Home Index reveals the West Midlands' most joyful towns. Discover which historic spots offer the best community spirit and quality of life.
Rightmove's 2025 Happy at Home Index reveals the West Midlands' most joyful towns. Discover which historic spots offer the best community spirit and quality of life.
Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 is sold out, but you can watch Ed Sheeran, RAYE & more live for free this weekend. Get all the streaming and TV broadcast details here.
Birmingham's nightlife receives a major boost as Forum Digbeth redevelops The Annexe warehouse, doubling its capacity to 4,000. The new multi-room space aims to host major live music and club events. Read more.
ITV presenter Laura Woods is 'OK' after collapsing live on air. Paramedics cite a virus and dehydration. Read her update and the full story here.
Spotify Wrapped 2025 is expected to drop any day now. Find out when to expect your personalised music stats, what data is included, and the alternatives from Apple Music.
Your complete guide to Spotify Wrapped 2025. Discover the expected launch date, how to access your personalised music recap, and what data is included. Get ready to share your year in sound.
ITV presenter Laura Woods reassures fans she is 'OK' after fainting live on air during England vs Ghana coverage. Paramedics suspect a virus. Read the full story.
An urgent fundraising appeal launches in Newport to provide gifts and essentials for 300 vulnerable children this Christmas. Donate via the Newport Live GoFundMe page.
Sky is refunding customers up to £290 after discontinuing its Sky Live service. Find out if you're eligible and how the refund process works without any action required.
Sky is refunding customers up to £290 after discontinuing its Sky Live service. The interactive TV feature will shut down permanently on December 4, 2025.
Kennedy's, a new family-owned pub, has opened in Moseley, offering live sports, music, and classic British food. Discover the revived community local now!
Drag artist La Voix and Gladiator Harry Aikines-Aryeetey are the first celebrities confirmed for the 2026 Strictly Come Dancing live arena tour. Get your tickets now!
Discover the top 8 places to live in the West Midlands in 2026, according to Muddy Stilettos' expert guide. Find your perfect new home today!
Forum Digbeth announces major expansion, doubling capacity to 4,000 with new warehouse space The Annexe. Opening December 20, it marks a new era for Birmingham's live music scene.
Legendary Birmingham nightclub Forum Digbeth is doubling its capacity to 4,000 with a new warehouse space, The Annexe, opening 20 December. Discover the new chapter for the city's nightlife.
Andrew Murray, 31, sent a sexually explicit video to a 13-year-old girl after a random phone call. He was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison. Read the full story.
Kennedy's Pub opens its doors in Moseley, Birmingham, offering live sport, music, and classic food. Visit the new community hub from Friday 28th November.
Cruz Beckham, son of David and Victoria, is making waves in the UK music scene with his indie releases and viral Spice Girls duet. Discover his journey and new sound.
Birmingham's premier live music venue XOYO has been acquired by Propaganda Independent Venues, promising renewed support for local artists and grassroots music. Discover how this change will benefit the city's music scene.
A sex worker and her husband from Peterborough have been sentenced for a blackmail plot where they threatened to expose clients to their partners. Read the full story.
Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh reveals she almost refused the role of Madame Morrible in 'Wicked' due to fears about singing live alongside Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
Discover why Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned the best place to live in the West Midlands for 2026, with its Michelin stars and major regeneration.
Liam Gallagher thanks Oasis fans worldwide as the record-breaking reunion tour concludes in Brazil. Discover the emotional farewell and future plans for the iconic band.
The Royal Mint honours Freddie Mercury with a new commemorative coin featuring his iconic yellow jacket. Limited edition coins available now from £18.50. Celebrate a music legend.
Keane Carter, 25, has been charged with firearm possession after a 'live and viable' shotgun was discovered during a police raid in Chelmsley Wood. A 24-year-old woman was bailed.
The Met Police will use live facial recognition and DNA tagging spray at the Arsenal vs Tottenham match to enhance public safety and prevent crime.
Discover how music history nearly changed forever as Morrissey almost fronted The Clash and Courtney Love was fired from Faith No More. Explore these fascinating 'what if' scenarios.
Experience Lorde's sensational Birmingham concert. The New Zealand star delivered a powerful, intimate performance showcasing her artistic growth and new album 'Virgin'.
220 young musicians from South Wales schools delivered a spectacular performance at the Music for Youth Proms. Discover how this initiative empowers the next generation.