KGJ Insurance launches £2,000 Stourbridge mural competition
KGJ Insurance invites artists to design a new Stourbridge-themed mural for its town-centre building, with a £2,000 prize for the winning entry and £100 for three highly commended artists.
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Channel 5 doc explores teen boxer Ed Bilbey's death
Channel 5's Cause of Death tonight investigates the 2017 death of 17-year-old boxer Ed Bilbey, who collapsed during a title fight. His family and experts examine weight-loss methods and training.
Tropic advent calendar review: £668 of skincare for £299
Beth Mahoney tested Tropic's '24 Days Of Pure Imagination' advent calendar. It contains 28 cruelty-free products worth £668 for £299, including nine full-size items and one secret product.
Tamworth Tap in UK's top four pubs for CAMRA 2026
The Tamworth Tap in Tamworth is one of four finalists for the CAMRA National Pub of the Year 2026, competing for the top spot after impressing judges with its cask ale range and historic setting.
Sage Eye Q toaster uses optic sensors to prevent burnt toast
Sage's new Eye Q Auto toaster uses optic sensors to monitor bread colour 10 times per second, stopping at the chosen shade to prevent burnt toast.
Birmingham Professor Shortlisted for Booker Prize
University of Birmingham professor Luke Kennard has been shortlisted for the 2026 Booker Prize for his novel Black Bag, a surreal satire about a struggling actor who wears a giant leather bag.
Jez Collins defends Joe Lycett's BMAG exhibition
Jez Collins, founder of Birmingham Music Archive, rebuts Dan Cave's critique of Joe Lycett's EVERYTHING MUST GO at BMAG, arguing against false choices between serious and fun art.
VIEVE Skin Nova Concealer £28: Fans Say It Feels Like Skincare
VIEVE's £28 Skin Nova Concealer earns 4.9 stars from over 50 reviews, with fans praising its skincare-like feel and radiant finish.
Author Jack Meggitt-Phillips starts book tour at Earls High
Author Jack Meggitt-Phillips launched his new book tour with sessions at Earls High School in Halesowen, attracting hundreds of children for readings, quizzes, and workshops.
Museum of Illusions set for former Pavilions in Birmingham
Museum of Illusions plans to open at the former Pavilions shopping centre in Birmingham, creating 18 jobs and operating daily from 9am to 10pm.
Birmingham Indian restaurants win Tripadvisor 'best of best' awards
Varanasi in Birmingham and Lavang in Solihull ranked third in Tripadvisor's 2026 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Restaurants UK awards.
Stourbridge hairdresser wins UK blonde specialist title
Tim Scott-Wright, owner of The Hair Surgery in Wollaston, Stourbridge, won Professional Blonde Specialist of the Year at the 2026 Pro Hair Awards in London.
Cremo Razor Under £16 Praised as 'No Going Back' Shave
The Cremo Tortoiseshell Razor, reduced to £15.96 with code CREMO20, earns rave reviews for its smooth, close shave. One 45-year veteran says it's the easiest shave he can remember.
Duran Duran get Royal Mail stamps honour
Duran Duran feature on a new Royal Mail stamp collection charting their journey from Birmingham's Rum Runner club to international fame, with frontman Simon Le Bon calling it a 'pinch yourself' moment.
Asda recalls three handbags over serious chemical risk
Asda has urgently recalled three ladies' handbags sold in Birmingham and across the UK due to excessive phthalate levels, posing a serious chemical risk. Full refunds are available without a receipt.
Birmingham 1990: 36 archive photos show city centre changes
Archive photos from 1990 show Birmingham city centre before the Bullring, HS2 and Eastside redevelopment. See how much has changed in 36 years.
Madeira: 25C in October with £35 flights from Birmingham
Madeira, dubbed Europe's Hawaii, still hits 25C in October. Flights from Birmingham cost from £35 each way with Skyscanner, making a sunny escape affordable.
Ariana Grande tearful in final speech before break
Ariana Grande held back tears thanking fans at her final Eternal Sunshine Tour show in London before taking a break from public life, confirmed by her reps.
Love Is Blind UK 2026: Couples Still Together?
Four of six Love Is Blind UK season 3 couples married; all four remain together over a year later. Sophie & Taylor, Faye & Jack, Francesca & Joseph, Ciara & Ajay are still married, while Yasmin & Jordan and Cuba & Ryan split before the altar.
24 Hours in Police Custody: railway bridge attack case explored
24 Hours in Police Custody returns tonight with 'The Ambush', investigating a 17-year-old found critically injured under a Luton railway bridge. Only the getaway driver has been jailed.
Skin cancer survivor's SPF blurs imperfections and gives glow
Skin cancer survivor Frances van der Velden's Golden Glow SPF50+ Dreamscreen is a three-in-one sunscreen, glow booster and primer hailed by shoppers for its youthful, blurring finish.
Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, Hayden Panettiere: August Deaths
August saw the deaths of Dolly Parton, Tim Curry, Hayden Panettiere, King Harald V of Norway, and more, including two footballers with Midland links.
Saturday Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with This Week's Questions
Test your knowledge with this week's Saturday quiz, featuring general knowledge, cryptic clues, and answers from last week. How many can you get right?
Three Artists One Vision Exhibition Opens in Maghull
Three local creatives unite for 'Three Artists, One Vision' at Rosie's Gallery, Maghull, from Sept 19-27, blending Northern heritage, abstraction, and mixed media.
Dolly Parton dies at 80: Miley Cyrus godmother link explained
Dolly Parton has died aged 80. The country legend was Miley Cyrus's godmother and appeared on Hannah Montana. Her nephew Bryan Seaver confirmed the news.
Dolly Parton Dies at 80 After Brief Cancer Battle
Dolly Parton has died aged 80 after a brief battle with cancer, her representatives confirmed to PEOPLE. She passed away Tuesday at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones.
Tuesday Quiz: Wizard of Oz, River Plate, and A-Team Trivia
Test your knowledge with Tuesday's quiz: Wizard of Oz release, British road signs, River Plate geography, and more. Answers from August 24 included.
Monday Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with History, Geography, and More
Test yourself with today's quiz covering history, geography, science, and sport. Can you answer all 10 questions?
No7 Beauty Advent Calendars 2026 Return With £370 Savings
Boots No7 advent calendars for 2026 offer two options, including the £180 Ultimate calendar with £550.75 value and the £65 25 Days of Beauty calendar worth £248.93, featuring full-size products and vouchers.
Emily Atack marries Dr Alistair Garner in 'perfect' ceremony
Emily Atack, 36, married scientist Dr Alistair Garner in an intimate ceremony this weekend, sharing the news on Instagram and revealing a second celebration is planned in Spain.
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