Birmingham news

• The unspoken Punjabi alcohol problem

  04-04-2018 15:41 via bbc.co.uk
  Alcohol consumption is glamorised across different aspects of Punjabi culture and shame stops many seeking the help that they need.
  
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• Judge calls injunction case to stop flags 'troubling'

  08-09-2026 22:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A judge says there needs to be greater clarity over what allegations are being made against individuals.
  
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• Bamber boosts Bears as Glamorgan crumble

  08-09-2026 19:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Seamer Ethan Bamber takes five wickets as Glamorgan are bowled out for 69 by title-chasing Warwickshire, who replied with 154 on day one.
  
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• A 2000AD comic hobby turns into Mastermind subject

  08-09-2026 17:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Chris Matterface from Pelsall appears on the BBC programme with his subject the 2000 AD comics.
  
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• Man admits manslaughter of 76-year-old

  08-09-2026 17:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Omajuwa Scarlett, 30, admitted killing Alvin Callum in October last year.
  
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• City centre quad bikes spark fear of harm to public

  08-09-2026 13:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Residents say the situation is a regular occurrence and a noise nuisance.
  
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• 'JLR job cuts a cause for uncertainty and worry'

  08-09-2026 13:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Experts say they worry it could limit the company's ability to innovate in the future.
  
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• Woman rescued from house fire by neighbour has 'lost everything'

  08-09-2026 09:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An online fundraising page is raising money for Moira Deeprose from Quinton after a fire in July.
  
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• No goals but Emery knows Villa's forwards need time

  08-09-2026 07:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Aston Villa have not scored in their opening three Premier League games - how will manager Unai Emery find their attacking edge?
  
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• Jail for abusive man who murdered his partner

  07-09-2026 20:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Imran Uddin was described by police as 'a toxic narcissist who had to have it all his way'.
  
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• Former PC sentenced for on-duty assault of woman

  07-09-2026 17:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Callum Brand is made subject of a community order after striking his victim.
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs over next two years

  07-09-2026 16:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The cuts come as the carmaker struggles with Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles.
  
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• West Brom haven't seen the best of me - Mepham

  07-09-2026 14:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  West Bromwich Albion defender Chris Mepham says the best is yet to come as he returns from the "most frustrating" injury lay-off of his career.
  
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• Murder arrests over baby girl's death in woodland

  07-09-2026 14:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police say they have arrested two men and two women as part of their investigation.
  
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• Funding of £5.5m to help rough sleepers off streets

  07-09-2026 13:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A range of practical support is on offer under the initiative.
  
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• Arrest after pedestrian hit by car and killed

  07-09-2026 08:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ismail Mohammed, 68, was hit by a vehicle on Stratford Road on Thursday evening, police say.
  
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• New videos of man in 9/11 lawsuit reveal extremist links

  07-09-2026 07:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Birmingham connections to man at the centre of a major lawsuit brought by 9/11 families.
  
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• The man behind the flow of Robbie Williams' shows

  07-09-2026 07:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Karl Brazil is the singer's musical director and talks of how they draw up the set list and more.
  
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• Old library to get new focus as community hub

  07-09-2026 07:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The building near that once housed the 133-year-old Spring Hill Library closed in December 2022.
  
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• Raise the Colours founder charged with 14 offences

  06-09-2026 22:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ryan Bridge faces a string of charges including racially aggravated harassment, threats and assault.
  
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• Bellingham and Rogers orange chips mural vandalised

  06-09-2026 21:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The artwork depicts the Black Country-born footballers tucking into the local delicacy.
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover boss to meet minister as thousands of job cuts expected

  06-09-2026 18:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Speaking to the BBC, Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds ruled out a bailout for the company.
  
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• 'We feel abandoned by police': A community's despair after months of crime

  06-09-2026 14:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A crimewave in part of Birmingham over several months leaves residents asking who is in control.
  
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• CrossCountry cancels trains due to driver shortage

  06-09-2026 13:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The train company has confirmed that disruptions will continue into Sunday evening.
  
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• How to embrace your inner Middle-earth for UK's first hobbits festival

  06-09-2026 08:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of people are choosing their costumes ahead of the UK's first Hobbit festival.
  
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• Your photos: Sunshine statues, walking in the rain and pumpkins

  06-09-2026 08:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Take a look at these lovely photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.
  
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• Jaguar Land Rover confirms planned job cuts

  05-09-2026 15:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The firm says it needs to save about £1.7bn over the next two years.
  
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• Police appeal after footage shows woman having hair pulled at Reform UK conference

  05-09-2026 15:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A video circulating online has shown a protester's head being pulled during the Birmingham event.
  
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• Trust celebrates 40 years helping autistic adults

  05-09-2026 08:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nick Horton - supported by Birmingham's Lisieux Trust - will join all who have shaped it for a party.
  
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• Police make film to deter pupils from petty theft

  05-09-2026 08:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The film is part of a wider campaign highlighting the harm shop theft has on businesses.
  
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