Hackney Academy Expands Community Running Programme
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
More than 200 shoes and soles discovered on Ogmore Beach in Wales fuel local theories, from a tragic 1831 shipwreck to 1960s cobblers. Read the full story.
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Aerospace giant Airbus partners with Weston College to launch a flagship skills academy in Filton, creating a talent pipeline for the UK's £2.7bn aerospace cluster. Opening September 2026.
Discover the windswept beauty of Crosby Beach in Merseyside, featuring Antony Gormley's iconic 'Another Place' statues. A perfect spot for a winter walk, just 94 miles from Birmingham.
Gunmen open fire at seaside restaurant in Puerto Lopez, killing six before fleeing by boat. Authorities launch massive manhunt amid gang violence fears.
Discover why the Barceló Playa Blanca in Lanzarote offers a surprisingly cheap slice of luxury, with its spa, pools, and all-inclusive dining. Find package deals from £969.
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Birmingham's Kitts Green has transformed from an Ofsted 'requires improvement' rating to being ranked among Britain's top 10 primary schools. Discover the school's 'secret to success'.
Explore the incredible journey of Sir Michael Caine, from his humble London beginnings to becoming a two-time Oscar-winning Hollywood legend. Discover his iconic films, family life, and enduring legacy.
Sydney's iconic Coogee Beach was left strewn with 20 tonnes of waste after a massive backpacker Christmas party, sparking local outrage and a major council clean-up operation.
Discover why Weston-super-Mare remains a favourite festive beach destination for Birmingham families. Explore donkey rides, the Sky Wheel, and the Grand Pier, all within a two-hour drive.
Australian police release new details on the Bondi Beach attackers' preparations. The tragedy prompts NSW's toughest gun laws and new radicalisation offences. Read the full investigation.
Most of Perryfields Academy's ageing buildings will be demolished, replaced by a new three-storey block and sports facilities by 2029, improving safety and learning.
A new image of Sajid Akram, the Bondi Beach gunman, is released. His family claim they were unaware of his radicalisation. Read the latest on the Sydney terror attack investigation.
Plans for an Eton Star Academy sixth form in Dudley have been approved, promising 240 places. Local politicians clash over whether it's the right investment for the town's youth.
A first-hand review of a week at the five-star Long Beach resort in Mauritius, featuring pristine beaches, world-class dining, and unforgettable excursions. Discover why it's the perfect escape.
Students at Eden Girls’ Leadership Academy in Birmingham have launched their annual Winter Gift Programme, providing essential aid and companionship to vulnerable locals. Discover how they're making a difference.
Pupils at Dorrington Academy in Perry Barr have raised over £6,000 for Birmingham Hospice by taking part in a festive Reindeer Run. The heartwarming community effort will support vital end-of-life care across the city.
Tributes pour in for Macclesfield FC forward Ethan McLeod, 21, who died in a crash on the M1. The former Wolves academy player is remembered for his vibrant legacy.
UK police chiefs announce a decisive crackdown on the chant 'globalise the intifada' following the Bondi Beach attack, stating the context has changed. Read the full statement and community reaction.
The football community is in mourning after the death of former Wolves academy player Ethan McLeod, 21, in a car accident on the M1. Tributes pour in from clubs and teammates.
The Department for Education confirms a £50m free school in Walsall, creating 1000 places. Windsor Academy Trust will deliver the project, which faces local opposition over its Reedswood Park site.
West Midlands Police announce increased patrols and community engagement following the horrific terrorist attack in Sydney. Read about the local safety response.
Two Midlands mothers share their journey from isolation to optimism after completing a work academy with East Midlands Railway. Discover how sector-based programmes are creating pathways to jobs.
The Department for Education has broken its silence on a controversial £50m free school in Walsall, defending its process after criticism from MP Valerie Vaz. Read the full story.
A Midlands school has removed a classroom display and apologised after it placed Reform UK MP Lee Anderson in an 'extreme right wing' section. Read the full story and reaction.
O Beach Ibiza owner Wayne Lineker reveals he spent 10 days in intensive care with chronic pneumonia and now faces months of rehabilitation, unable to walk. Read his full health update.
Year 13 students from Retford Oaks Academy have smashed a £1,000 fundraising target for the British Heart Foundation through a unique bake sale, blending personal development with community spirit. Read their inspiring story.
The community mourns Joshua Travis, a 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper, who tragically died after being hit by a train in Burton Joyce. Read the heartfelt tributes.
Belfast rap trio Kneecap delivered an incendiary, sold-out performance at Birmingham's O2 Academy. Read our full review of the explosive night.