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Yangwang U9Xtreme pushes to 312mph top speed

High-performance model has broken a number of records.

via Birmingham World30m ago

Incredible 130kg lifelike Prince and Princess of Wales cakes on show in Birmingham

The cake sculptures are on display at the Cake International show in Birmingham’s NEC.

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DWP confirms extra £300 to land in some bank accounts from November 15

Payments land from November 15

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Police deployed after Premier League footballer seen with bow and arrows

Amar Dedic was stopped by police in the countryside on Wednesday

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Tube drivers to strike over Christmas period in long-running dispute

The Rail, Maritime and Transport union said walkouts will start on November 26 and continue into the new year.

via Birmingham World35m ago

Jeremy Clarkson’s former Ferrari ‘greatest car in the world’ could fetch £250k

It will be auctioned here in the West Midlands

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Fact check: Image shows decommissioned missile in Welsh countryside

The missile is owned by a military enthusiast.

via BirminghamLive50m ago

Fireworks 'fired all over town' as Birmingham branded 'lawless'

Merlin's Café Bar closed early due to firework misuse and urged customers to 'stay safe'

via BirminghamLive50m ago

Dream 30th birthday trip turned into horror when woman fell from Rhodes balcony

Denby McLaren, 30, suffered a broken back and fractures after falling from a hotel balcony in Rhodes on 6 October, with a £22,000 GoFundMe helping fund her specialist medical flight back to Scotland

via BirminghamLive50m ago

Jamie Carragher doubles down on Unai Emery and hits out at 'nonsense' after Aston Villa apology

Jamie Carragher slammed the backlash he received over his comments on Aston Villa and manager Unai Emery

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Birmingham busker calls for street performance restrictions to be scrapped

A Birmingham busker is calling for restrictions on street performance to be removed.

A Birmingham busker is calling for restrictions on street performance introduced in August 2025 to be scrapped, citing concerns about the city's future. The busker believes the crackdown is harming the cultural life of Birmingham.

via BirminghamLive55m ago

DWP confirms 'enforcement powers' so parents 'comply' with Child Maintenance Service shake-up

Child Maintenance Service users warned

via Express & Star1h ago

Producer accused of laughing during Brand assault asked to ‘step back’ from role

Jack Bayles is the head of comedy at independent TV production company Various Artists Limited.

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Birmingham announces road closures for Remembrance Sunday parade

Birmingham city centre roads will close on Remembrance Sunday for a parade and service.

Birmingham city centre will see a series of full and partial road closures on Remembrance Sunday, 8 November, for an annual Remembrance service and parade. The event on Colmore Row, opposite St Philip's Cathedral, will be attended by military veterans, armed forces representatives, religious and community leaders, and members of the public. Closures run from 6am to 2.30pm.

via Express & Star2h ago

Jobe Bellingham and Josh King handed England call-up but Cole Palmer overlooked

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo also misses out.

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M&S to remove traditional price tags from stores

Marks & Spencer will replace traditional price tags with Bluetooth-enabled electronic shelf labels.

Marks & Spencer will replace traditional price tags in its stores with Bluetooth-enabled electronic shelf labels. The retailer has not disclosed the reasons for the change.

via BirminghamLive2h ago

Jude Bellingham and brother Jobe could make history after England squad announcement confirmed

England boss Thomas Tuchel confirmed his squad for the upocoming international break on Friday morning with Blues academy graduates Jude and Jobe Bellingham included

via BirminghamLive2h ago

Birmingham college closed after 'lots of police' respond to Bonfire Night 'incident'

Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College said it would 'reopen as normal' on Monday

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Stafford Rangers star dreaming big as they prepare for FA Cup spotlight

Rangers welcome League Two Grimsby Town in the FA Cup first round this weekend.

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Black Country Women’s Aid to round off 40th anniversary with carol concert

A festive concert in West Bromwich will raise money to support children affected by abuse and violence

via BirminghamLive2h ago

New HMRC 4-year tax break confirmed with wealthy people already exploiting it

Government scrapped the non-dom regime under former Chancellor Rachel Reeves and former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

via Express & Star2h ago

SOiL, Finger Eleven and Adema bring Halloween rock to Wolverhampton - review

Three bands delivered bruising riffs, brooding melodies and big choruses as they took to the stage at KK’s Steel Mill

via Express & Star2h ago

Hollywood-themed charity ball raises more than £8,000 for stroke charity

Wolverhampton-based BCRS Business Loans raised £8,111 for Dudley Stroke Association at a fundraising evening attended by 157 guests

via BirminghamLive2h ago

DWP confirms Universal Credit claimants can borrow £815 with no interest

Budgeting Advance aims to help people with everyday costs like furniture, clothes or home repairs.

via BirminghamLive2h ago

DHL plans new West Midlands warehouse with 400 jobs boost

The delivery firm said it intends to commence works at the M6/M69 interchange 'as a priority' if plans are approved

via BirminghamLive2h ago

DWP warns state pensioners face losing 'half' of money they're owed

Attendance Allowance claimants and other retirees at risk

via Express & Star2h ago

Kidderminster nursery children enjoy creative Bonfire Night celebrations

Little Trinity Nursery youngsters marked the occasion with firework paintings, sensory play and tasty homemade sparklers

via Express & Star2h ago

Russells Hall Hospital celebrates 300th robotic kidney operation milestone

The specialist surgical team has carried out 300 procedures since launching its programme in 2023, helping patients access advanced treatment closer to home

via Express & Star2h ago

Major Wolverhampton main firework display tonight: when and where?

The display will take place at West Park

via BirminghamLive2h ago

New DWP Universal Credit and Housing Benefit rules now in force for 325,000 claimants

The change, rolled out a month ago, is now in force following an October tweak to legislation under Labour Party leader Andy Burnham.

via BirminghamLive2h ago

Moment Jaguar smashes into Solihull shop narrowly missing customer

Dramatic CCTV footage shows a Jaguar E-Pace ploughing through the window of Eric Lyons Butchers

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West Midlands Police seek information following business burglary

Police are looking to speak to the man pictures on CCTV.

via Express & Star2h ago

British Airways owner hit by fuel costs and up to £25m air traffic chaos bill

IAG estimated the Nats incident on September 8 cost it between 25 million euros (£20.5 million) and 30 million euros (£24.6 million).

via BirminghamLive1h ago

DWP confirms £375 extra for state pensioners who receive basic state pension

Old, basic state pension is for men born before 1951 and women born before 1953.

via Express & Star2h ago

Black Country businesses invited to test brain power in charity quiz

The quiz takes place on Thursday November 26

via Express & Star3h ago

Gidleigh Park likely to swerve Paddy Power Gold Cup

Carlisle on Monday or the Shloer Chase are other options for the chaser.

via Express & Star3h ago

Oldbury Salvation Army appeals for toy donations to help families at Christmas

The church hopes to provide gifts for hundreds of children this year, with particular need for toys suitable for youngsters aged eight to 12

via BirminghamLive3h ago

HMRC confirms increase to Child Benefit for claimants with one child

Government tax arm will hand Child Benefit recipients a 3.5 per cent hike from the new tax year.

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Bestselling Midlands author to give free talk at Halesowen Library

Novelist Mike Gayle will discuss his writing career and latest book at the free event in December

via BBC Birmingham And Black Country3h ago

Blues 'going to need a bit more killer instinct'

Blues fan Kym Smith reflects on Birmingham City's 3-o win over Millwall and what it will take to compete for the Championship title.