A man used a £27 MyHeritage DNA kit to find his birth family and trace his roots back to medieval nobility, including William the Conqueror. Discover how affordable tests are rewriting personal histories.
We explore Birmingham's historic Needless Alley, uncovering the two main theories behind its legendary name and what you'll find there today. Discover this local secret.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery unleashed a furious dressing room tirade after the Lille defeat, calling his players' performance 'unacceptable'. Read the full explosive details here.
Ollie Watkins scored twice to end his goal drought and help Aston Villa come from behind to beat Brighton 4-3 in a Premier League thriller. The victory strengthens Villa's top-four claim ahead of facing Arsenal.
Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?
Step back in time with 21 captivating archive photos showcasing daily life in Birmingham's neighbourhoods, from the 1930s onwards. Discover the city's rich social history.
Birmingham Museum's new Hidden Spaces tours reveal century-old football rivalry graffiti scrawled by builders in the rafters. Discover the city's working-class history.
Ex-Birmingham City star Troy Deeney says a fit Boubacar Kamara is pivotal for Aston Villa's Champions League push. Discover the stats behind Villa's impressive run.
TalkTV's Peter Cardwell used a MyHeritage DNA kit, uncovering a saga of ancient ancestry, a lost WWII great-uncle, and living relatives across the globe. Discover your own story.
Aston Villa's Damian Vidagany praises Unai Emery and the squad after a 1-0 victory over Wolves propels them into a Champions League spot. Read his full statement and analysis.
Discover the surprising history of chocolate Advent calendars and the pivotal role Cadbury played in 1971 to make them a festive staple in the UK. Read the full story.
Discover how Birmingham's Christmas celebrations have transformed over the last century through 26 nostalgic photographs showing festive markets, decorations and community spirit.
Step back in time with unearthed retro photographs showcasing 1970s Birmingham life, from Handsworth chip shops to music legends. Explore this nostalgic gallery now.
Unai Emery sets Aston Villa's minimum goal as a top-eight Europa League finish. Discover the points needed and remaining fixtures for knockout football.
Discover how much Aston Villa could earn from their Europa League run under Unai Emery and their path to potential European glory. Read the full financial breakdown.
Challenge yourself with our Wednesday quiz featuring questions on Queen, British history, and literature. How many can you answer correctly? Test your knowledge now!
Aston Villa climb into the top four after Morgan Rogers' brace secures a 2-1 comeback win against Leeds. Discover their predicted Premier League finish and Champions League chances.
Stats experts predict Aston Villa will finish 5th in the Premier League. Discover the latest Opta data forecast and how it compares to Arsenal and Chelsea.
Join the Lancashire Day celebrations in Ormskirk on November 27, 2025. Discover the historic proclamation, community events, and rich traditions that define this special day for Lancastrians.
Aston Villa came from behind to beat Leeds United 2-1 at Elland Road, with Morgan Rogers scoring twice. The victory lifts Unai Emery's side into the Premier League's top four.
Aston Villa show concrete interest in signing USA star Christian Pulisic from AC Milan. The £20m winger recorded 29 goal contributions last season. Could he boost Villa's Champions League push?
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.
Step back in time with these remarkable photos from Macclesfield's archives, showing carnival parades, market days, and coal hauling from 1900-1970s. Discover Cheshire's hidden history.
Discover the incredible story of Bulaya Chanda, a Zambian WWI veteran who became a 1930s Skegness entrepreneur and performer. A new book reveals his remarkable life.
Fiona Gale MBE delivered a captivating talk on Denbigh and Ruthin castles' history and conservation at Llandyrnog History Society. Next event: Christmas Coffee Morning on November 29. Join the society today!
Put your knowledge to the test with our Friday quiz featuring questions about music, history, geography and sports. Can you beat last week's score?
Dean Saunders reveals how Ron Atkinson used brutal humour and mind games to motivate his Aston Villa squad in the 1990s. Listen to the full podcast interview.
Challenge yourself with our Thursday quiz! From Greek flags to F1 drivers and Norse gods, can you answer all the questions? Test your knowledge now!
Relive Aston Villa's glorious FA Cup history through rediscovered archive photos, from the 1905 final win to the 1957 victory parade. Explore these iconic moments now!
Explore the remarkable history of Birmingham Accident Hospital, the world's first trauma centre that treated Blitz victims and pioneered emergency care. Discover its lasting impact.