A free interactive exhibition celebrating animals from children's books, featuring original illustrations from Dear Zoo and Elmer, has opened at The Lowry in Salford, with hands-on play areas and free notebooks for every child.
Meghan Markle guest-judged MasterChef Australia, personally telling each contestant the time and revealing Prince Harry's favourite meal, winning over viewers with her gentle approach.
Thousands flock to Victoria Park in Smethwick for Birmingham Mela 2026, featuring live performances by Prem Dhillon, Sabba, Khushi Baliyan, and more, plus rides and food stalls.
Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell has ditched her iconic red hair for a dramatic 'mahogany smoke' colour, debuting the new look on social media to widespread praise from fans.
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A Scottish woman who duped her family and boyfriend into believing a plastic doll was her newborn baby has spoken out for the first time, claiming she suffered a miscarriage and couldn't tell him.
A new pay-as-you-go wristband system has been introduced for the 2024 Birmingham Christmas Funfair, allowing visitors to pre-load credit and enjoy rides without cash.
The Boat, a Grade II-listed Wednesfield pub closed by police over drug issues, reopens as a desi mixed grill restaurant after a £300,000 restoration that moved locals to tears.
Up to 50,000 people are expected at Europe's largest South Asian music festival, the Birmingham Mela 2026, at Victoria Park in Smethwick with road closures in place.
Aldous Huxley, author of 'Brave New World', was born in 1894. Today's quiz answers reveal that carbohydrates are avoided on the Atkins diet and Liverpool won the FA Cup final outside England.
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Birmingham Airport offers direct flights to four Peloponnese filming locations from Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, expected to see a tourism surge. Travel expert warns of infrastructure limits.
A new O'Neill's pub and an Escape Hunt escape room venue have opened days apart on Cannon Street in Birmingham city centre, revitalising the overlooked road.
NHS nurse Antonia Philp, whose hands bled from washing 50-60 times daily, created Nursem hand cream. Now at Boots with 25% off (£7.49), it’s hailed as 'the best on the market' by healthcare workers and shoppers.
Just five miles from Aberdyfi, Tywyn offers a quieter seaside escape with promenade, surfing, dolphin spotting, dog-friendly zones, and Victorian slipway with Sunday lunch.
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Joe Cole stars in 'I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning', a gritty Birmingham drama set for December 4 cinema release, already scoring 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland explain how Circe's pig transformation scene in The Odyssey was achieved using animatronics and practical effects, not CGI.
Explore a moated manor house steeped in centuries of history, offering a unique glimpse into the past with secret rooms and ancient architecture.
Birmingham City Council's draft Local Plan outlines eight key actions to transform the Witton and Aston area into a world class cultural destination, focusing on Villa Park and Aston Hall.
Winter Funland returns to the NEC in Birmingham from Dec 5 to Jan 2, 2027, with frozen prices for the second year. Payment plan tickets are on sale now; general release from July 31.
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Lark in the Park, a free family fun day with inflatables, sports, and entertainment, returns to Bridgford Park on August 5, celebrating National Play Day.
Free symphony orchestra performances will fill Birmingham streets as the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra's festival returns, featuring over 20 free events across the city.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker reaffirms commitment to restoring The Crown pub in Birmingham, birthplace of Black Sabbath, as Ozzy Day celebrations highlight ongoing uncertainty.
Harli and Harpa, an Australian jewellery brand, has opened its first UK store in Birmingham's Bullring, replacing Claire's Accessories. Shoppers enjoyed free coffee and gifts on launch day.
Leeds nature lovers can join free Big Butterfly Count events in local parks, led by Butterfly Conservation, to help survey butterfly populations and support conservation efforts.
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Stowe Gardens in Buckinghamshire, just 90 minutes from Birmingham, features 250 acres of landscapes, temples, and 'Britain's most beautiful bridge'.
Kasabian will start their 'Nothing Better Than This' tour at Birmingham's Utilita Arena on December 11, 2026. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and viagogo.
Love Island's Tommy Stagg confirms he broke up with his ex-girlfriend just weeks before entering the villa, addressing 'secret girlfriend' rumors during a challenge with Maya Jama.
Nearly five decades after Grease's release, Didi Conn, Dinah Manoff, Lorenzo Lamas, Barry Pearl, and Jamie Donnelly reunited to perform 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight' in honor of Michael Tucci, delighting fans worldwide.
Louis Tomlinson marked 16 years since One Direction's formation with emotional tributes to Liam Payne and the band, including a special shout-out and performance of 'No Control' at his Orlando show.
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