World record broken for charity
Martineau Place and Help Harry Help Others have broken a world record, constructing the world’s longest chain of beads.
Saturday afternoon and sweet FA
Dave Woodhall on Saturday Bloody Saturday. Yes, he is plagiarising Partridge.
So who exactly are Slipknot, eh?
Cameron Cooper discovers the joys of Half Man, Half Biscuit.
Airport lounge open for business
Drop-in lounge and meeting space available to air travellers and business people.
Only call 999 if it’s life-threatening
Plea during industrial action.
The glittering prize
With the Library of Birmingham in line for a major award, Alan Clawley argues that neither prize nor potential recipient are worthy of acclaim.
The mercenary of the bass
Dave Woodhall listens to bass player extraordinaire Norman Watt-Roy.
Dance Review: Yellow Towel
Richard Lutz takes in an unsettling performance that defies description. And stays with you
On the front Foot
We talk to one of Britain’s most influential stand ups.
Crowdfunding appeal to launch eco-friendly phone battery
Innovation Birmingham Campus-based Petalite launches campaign to raise £30,000.
National Chocolate Week at Cadbury World
Like you need an excuse…
MP’s support for health workers strike
Call for improved pay and investment.
Breaking News: Uklegg romps to power in crucial by-election shock
The loonies from UKIP may be on the rise in Britain. But watch out for another political dark horse, warns Sir Howard Elston (OBE)
Don’t let flu ruin your winter
West Midlands Ambulance Trust have a seasonal message.
Try something new with the CBSO
Classical first-timers start here.
West Midlands manufacturers target home comforts to boost long-term growth
Plans for more staffing could create thousands of new jobs in the supply base.
Dance Review: A triple bill under the cloud of war
Richard Lutz describes a powerful trio of war-related ballets.
Top partnership award for West Mids travel duo
Acclaim for Centro and National Express.
Award-winning South African creates new work for Birmingham
Acclaimed South African artist Anthea Moys will be creating new works as part of the UK-wide Afrovibes festival.
Upsetting the applecart
Controversial play i Am Mark to hit the Crescent Theatre.
Rocking the Robin
Coming up at our favourite Bilston venue.
The desert sons
Classic cinema comedy at mac.
Theatre meets live gig and stand-up at the Rep
Halloween date for innovative collaboration.
MegaWatt and McNabb
Two of Britain’s finest musicians will be appearing at the Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath next week, courtesy of promoters World Unlimited.
Halloween story night at Martineau Gardens
Come along if you dare.
Explore science in the city with interactive map
Birmingham’s scientific heritage can now be traced online.
Station improvements provide homes for established residents
Schoolgirls go bats for Longbridge Park and Ride mural project.
Coming up at Artrix
Soul, jazz, classical and theatre are coming up at Bromsgrove’s Artrix Arts centre.
Breaking Talent award winner announced
Andrew McBurney has been named recipient of the Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent Award 2014.
Directing the Light House
Comedy with a message and the biggest boy band in the world feature in Wolverhampton.