God’s own country?
Black US teenager Trayvon Martin’s shooting, and subsequent acquittal of his killer, elicits this from Laurence Inman.
There’s money in the media
Creative and media professionals from Birmingham and beyond raised nearly £2,000 for charity at the Birmingham Publicity Association’s annual summer ball
Out of the EU and into EFTA
A majority of voters would prefer the UK to be a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) as opposed to the EU, according to a new survey published today by the Bruges Group.
EU plan for 22 billion euro boost for innovation and research
The European Commission has announced a plan to team up with the private sector and national governments to invest 22 billion euros in research over the next seven years.
Hotter than July
Dave Woodhall talks to guitarist Michael Schenker.
Birmingham print and mail company invests in new equipment
A Birmingham-based direct mail and printing company has made a significant investment in plant and technology to allow it to expand
Paradise Circus regeneration a scam?
Alan Clawley takes issue over the designation of an area labelled in need of ‘regeneration’.
Birmingham Rep postpones A Passionate Woman
Birmingham Repertory Theatre today announce the postponement of the forthcoming production – A Passionate Woman – due to the indisposition of Lynda Bellingham.
WOW! Festival line up announced
Festival of free street theatre comes to West Bromwich.
Locals fight to keep community pub
Locals of the last pub on Walsall’s Beechdale Estate which raise thousands for local charities are fighting plans to convert it into shops saying it is at the heart of the community.
The return of the good times?
But will they by-pass Birmingham? John Duckers takes issue with the city’s obsession with food when really it’s manufacturing that drives job creation.
Roxy is the drug
Dave Woodhall talks to a survivor.
Coventry firm wins gold again in RoSPA Awards
One of Coventry’s fastest growing automotive suppliers has received its third ‘Gold’ award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA).
Alistair Griffin: The Foodbank Tour
It’s time for Alistair Griffin to sing for his supper, as the singer-songwriter embarks on a UK tour with a difference.
Campaign gives flavour of ‘Birmingyum’
Visit Birmingham has partnered with London Midland to launch a new tourism campaign promoting the city’s food scene
NT Live presents Macbeth at Artrix
Artrix will be presenting the National Theatre Live Encore production of Macbeth on Sunday 18th August at 7.00pm
Fangs a-go-go as Count Dracula lurks in Bloxwich
Count Dracula, is now making sinister plans to walk the boards at the popular Bookmark Bloxwich Theatre next Saturday afternoon.
‘You are not welcome’ message to extremists
Police, council and religious leaders speak ahead of Saturday’s English Defence League gathering in Birmingham.
New Square sees The Public’s visitor numbers up 55%
Since the launch of the New Square Shopping Centre on Thursday 11 July, visitors to The Public have dramatically increased – up 55% on the same period the previous week.
Whether the weather be hot or not, it’s always chilli
The hottest event in town – Birmingham Chilli Festival – will be arriving in Brindleyplace this Friday, ready to challenge Birmingham’s taste buds.
Krystle Warren’s UK tour
Soulful folk-singer Krystle Warren brings her sublime musical talent to Glee Club Birmingham
B-Boy Championships world finals 2013
B-Boy Championships World Finals will see top break dancers, poppers and hip-hop dancers bring their best moves, routines and unique style to the stage.
Argentine students welcomed in Solihull
A group of Argentinian students were so delighted to join in lessons at Solihull School they cooked up traditional dishes and danced the tango.
New at Town Hall and Symphony Hall
The latest from the city centre venues.
New shows set for Alex
The Birmingham theatre has announced its new season
What’s on at the Robin
The music matches the weather this week.
Minister backs police in bomb probe
Police are continuing with their investigation into the Tipton nail bomb.
Terror probe launched after Tipton explosion
“Serious harm” was the likely intention of Friday’s nail bomb.
Public warned about dangers of outdoor swimming
The hot spell has been marked by several tragedies
Film fans flock to Brindleyplace
Hoards of film fans have packed out Brindleyplace this week to enjoy a range of family-friendly movies during this year’s Outdoor Film Festival.