Birmingham news

• UAB Hospital on Newsweek’s List of the World’s Best Hospitals 2026

  28-02-2026 07:40
  By Adam Pope | UABUAB Hospital has once again earned international recognition, securing a place as Alabama’s top-ranked hospital on Newsweek’s prestigious list of the World’s Best Hospitals 2026.
  Out of more than 400 hospitals evaluated this year in the U.S., UAB was ranked No. 59.
  This annual ranking, presented in collaboration with Statista Inc., a leading global data and business intelligence platform, highlights top-performing hospitals across various medica
  
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• BPL Offers Free ‘Mindful Eating’ Workshop as Alternative to Costly Weight-Loss Trends

  28-02-2026 07:35
  By Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library
  As weight-loss drugs surge in popularity (and cost) across the country, many women are searching for sustainable, affordable ways to improve their health in 2026. March is Women’s History Month, and the Birmingham Public Library (BPL) is encouraging women to make self-care a priority by taking advantage of its free self-care workshop series.
  On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., BPL will host:
  Self-Care Mastermind: Community Editi
  
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• City of Birmingham Changes Plan to Open Daytime Homeless Shelter Downtown

  28-02-2026 07:30
  By Scott Minshall | CBS42The City of Birmingham said it will not move forward with plans to open a daytime “Urban Oasis” for people experiencing homelessness at 1312 First Ave. N.
  Earlier this week, the Birmingham City Council approved the $168,000 purchase of the lot for the proposed project, which was expected to include restrooms, lockers and a dog park.
  On Friday, a city spokesperson sent a statement to CBS 42 that reads:
  “After further discussions with the property owner
  
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