UK’s first Asian Cinema archive to be held at Coventry University
A student society at Coventry University has secured its place as the home of a major film archive, the first of its kind in the UK.
Call for Independent ‘Lessons Learnt’ Inquiry into NATO Libyan Campaign
NATO Watch calls on the NATO Secretary General to establish an independent inquiry to evaluate Operation Unified Protector in its entirety
Law and Disorder
Dave Woodhall looks back at a week in Aston, and in the courts.
Advantage West Midlands under fire over toxic Walsall site
A public agency refused to reveal levels of pollution on one of the most contaminated sites in Europe – fearing it might halt plans for opencast coal mining.
On mayors and other leaders
Alan Clawley considers what it might mean to have an elected mayor in Birmingham.
Stripped Down Theatre brings you ‘Christmas on the Never Never’
Following on from the success of ‘Our Kylie’s Gettin’ Wed’ at ArtsFest 2011, Stripped Down Theatre brings you ‘Christmas on the Never Never’.
This week at the Robin
Blues bands of varying kinds and tribute acts come to Bilston.
What’s On at the Assembly
It’s eighties week in Leamington.
Birmingham Director Jumps First Hurdle on the Road to the Oscars
Well, it is November so I guess it’s time to crank up the old Hollywood machine and get stuck into who gets the Oscar for this and the Oscar for that.
Protests pass off peacefully
The EDL and Unity demonstrations in Birmingham city centre have ended with few problems and minimal disruption to the city.
Another One Bites the Dust
Andy Munro on the Blues run that keeps on running.
Restrictions in place ahead of protests
Access to parts of Birmingham city centre will be restricted today
No Fun for Frankie
Brummie boxer Frankie Gavin dramatically pulls out of his proposed fight.
The Bad Shepherds: “The First Farewell Tour”
Adrian Edmondson’s folk-punk outfit The Bad Shepherds are set to hit the road again this autumn.
Riot Bill “over £25 million.”
The Chief Constable of the West Midlands has been talking about August’s disturbances
Fancy Carrying Usain’s Bag?
Here’s an opportunity to get involved in the run-up to the Olympics.
Police Ready for City Demonstrations
West Midlands Police confident they will be able to handle any problems which occur on Saturday afternoon.
Look into The Cube
Birmingham’s latest ‘landmark’ destination, The Cube, will host a VIP open weekend
Two out of Two
Terry Wills likes this Albion and derbies combination.
‘Health Moobile’ coming your way?
Is it a van? Is it a cow? No, it’s the Moomobile, and it’s hitting the streets of Birmingham and the Black Country, to bring mobile healthcare to the area. A transit van with a difference; the Moomobile is painted as a cow on both sides, and even has its rear end decorated to match…
Policing the Riots – Your Say
West Midlands Police are holding a public meeting tomorrow to further consider their response to last August’s disorder.
The Self-Importance of Being….
Dave Woodhall wonders whether local Tories know what they’re doing – or whether they know exactly what they’re doing.
Mildly Infectious
Dave Woodhall reviews Contagion, the latest doomsday scenario film release.
Moseley Road Baths Art Show
Friends of Moseley Road Baths will be taking over the Moseley School of Art on Moseley Road
Bristol or Bust
Andy Munro reports on Blues’ second B-Mission of the week.
Past to Present
Dave Woodhall reviews some recently published photographic histories.
What’s On at the Assembly
The week ahead in Leamington.
This Week at the Robin
There’s a definite classic rock tinge to the venue.
Once In a Lifetime
Dave Woodhall on Villa and the weekend.
Oh, Give It A Rest!
Next Saturday members of the far right English Defence League and their supporters will descend upon Birmingham