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Snobs may have reopened but this is the Birmingham nightclub I want back most of all
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It was the first club I ever visited in the city and my nan rag-curled my hair for the event
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Thirty Seconds To Mars says 'we apologise' after halting Birmingham show and announce new date
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Thirty Seconds To Mars were due to perform at Birmingham's Utilita Arena in April
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I went to Birmingham's 'best place to live' and was told 'it's not for everyone'
Kings Heath and Stirchley
We asked residents in Stirchley what life is really like in the Birmingham neighbourhood named one of the best places to live in the UK by the Sunday Times
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The honey-coloured town offering 'camel rides' and 'real gem' tearoom an hour from Birmingham
Days Out
You can even go on a camel trek in Shipston-on-Stour in South Warwickshire - just an hour's drive from Birmingham
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The eclectic 'tat' shop in shadow of Wilko offering glimmer of hope on ailing high street
Walsall
It looks like the kind of shop window you'd find in Stratford Upon Avon, flanked by empty units in the struggling town centre of Walsall
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I visited 'tucked away' Irish bar with old-school rule that's Birmingham's best kept secret
Digbeth
The Irish bar in Digbeth is cash only, hardly anyone was on their phones and horse-racing was on the box when I arrived
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I live in Birmingham and know key reason why neighbourhood has been labelled 'the best'
Kings Heath and Stirchley
Recognition from The Times is another feather in Stirchley's cap
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Birmingham Restaurants
Birmingham's best restaurants and bars - an insider's guide
These are the ultimate places to try in Birmingham - as picked by our writers
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12 delightful steam train journeys and miniature railways to enjoy near Birmingham
Birmingham Mums
Great places to visit whether you're a Brief Encounter or Hogwarts fan
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The 25 best restaurants in Birmingham that you need to try in 2024
Birmingham Restaurants
There's a mix of cheap eats, fine dining, dinner spots and brunch favourites on our list
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'We've changed our city' says Opheem chef who went from school drop-out to Michelin superstar
Birmingham Restaurants
Opheem chef Aktar Islam went from Aston school drop-out to the culinary elite
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30 restaurants you should try in Birmingham city centre
Birmingham City Centre
Ranging from the cheap restaurants near New Street, Grand Central and Colmore Row to the more extravagant
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Food & Drink
Cadbury
I found 'hidden' Birmingham bakery which does Creme Eggs better than Cadbury
The home made chocolate hot cross buns, little chicken treats and Creme Egg alternative went down a storm
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The 'life changing' hack that cooks jacket potato in 10 minutes
TikTok
The cooking hack has been shared on TikTok, with the method bound to please fans
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Pret A Manger announces new rules in stores 'from today' amid crackdown
Your Money
Pret a Manger is cracking down on customers who share their subscription with friends, the hot drinks giant and lunchtime favourite has said.
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Cadbury under fire over Easter Eggs and chocolate fans rage 'I swear'
Cadbury
Chocolate fans have moved to fume at 'rip off' Easter Eggs from the chocolate brand, which is owned by Mondelez International and headquartered in the West Midlands.
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Cadbury issues message to anybody who eats Dairy Milk and says 'from today'
Cadbury
Cadbury, made in Bournville, in Birmingham, has spoken out over the launch of two brand-new chocolate bars for fans.
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Shopping
Ryanair
Antler sale sees Ryanair and Jet2-approved cabin bag with 'spacious' compartments reduced by £68
The discounted carry-on bag is Antler's lightest suitcase - ideal for easy loading on and off the plane's overhead lockers
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PlayStation gamers warned Sony has 'halted' production amid 'disaster'
PS5
Sony has produced well over 2 million units of the product launched in February of last year.
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21 high street shops set to disappear this week - full list affected
Your Money
High street giant The Body Shop is to close dozens of branches this week
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Marks & Spencer's £30 'lovely spring display' as it partners with designer brand
Marks & Spencer
The Emma Bridgewater Bulb Collection is a new addition to Marks & Spencer's gifts range
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Marks and Spencer launch new £35 swimsuit that flatters tummy and fans say 'been waiting for this'
Marks & Spencer
The tummy control swimsuit is a hit with shoppers already
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Family & Kids
Days Out
The free attraction off the M5 you've probably driven past but never known was there
Worcester Woods Country Park boasts two adventure playgrounds, nature reserves and an award-winning cafe
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The honey-coloured town offering 'camel rides' and 'real gem' tearoom an hour from Birmingham
Days Out
You can even go on a camel trek in Shipston-on-Stour in South Warwickshire - just an hour's drive from Birmingham
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The pretty town of Shipston-on-Stour - in pictures
Days Out
This quaint Warwickshire town, just an hour from Birmingham, is full of independent shops and cafes
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Madagascar The Musical will make you move it all over again
Alexandra Theatre Birmingham
The zany animation blasts onto stage jam packed with classic laughs from the film
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Ad Feature
7 places in and around Birmingham where you can enjoy family fun this Easter
Easter
The half-term break is sure to be full of adventure thanks to this fantastic list
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Music & Nightlife
Royal Shakespeare Company
I saw RSC’s Ben and Imo at Swan Theatre and it's a revelation on LGBTQ musical genius
Royal Shakespeare Company's Ben and Imo by Mark Ravenhill runs at Swan Theatre in Stratford upon Avon until April 6, 2024
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Thirty Seconds To Mars says 'we apologise' after halting Birmingham show and announce new date
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Thirty Seconds To Mars were due to perform at Birmingham's Utilita Arena in April
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Snobs may have reopened but this is the Birmingham nightclub I want back most of all
YouTube
It was the first club I ever visited in the city and my nan rag-curled my hair for the event
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Enduring UB40 row as brothers Ali and Robin Campbell speak out over family rift ever ending
UB40
UB40 Birmingham brothers Ali and Robin Campbell speak of row that's torn them apart similar to Oasis' Liam and Noel Gallagher as band approaches 45 year anniversary
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UB40 through the years in pictures before the Campbell brothers rift
UB40
UB40 Birmingham band through the decades in pictures when Ali Campbell and Robin Campbell were together in reggae group
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Money saving tips
Dunelm
Dunelm's 'easy to use' air fryer now just £52 in sale and shoppers say 'it is better than Ninja'
The Dunelm Digital 6.8L Black Air Fryer currently has 20 per cent off on the retailer's website
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I went to Home Sense and found my dream suitcase £90 cheaper
Holidays
We stumbled across shelves filled with heavily-reduced branded suitcases including Ryanair and Jet2-approved cabin bags and luxury checked-in luggage for better than half price
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Taylor Swift fans issued £1.99 warning as Eras Tour ready to drop on Disney+
Taylor Swift
Five secret songs will be included in The Eras Tour movie which will be available to stream from Friday, March 15 on Disney+
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HMRC might give you tax refund if you wear this to work
HMRC
Little-known way workers can claim back tax as Martin Lewis urges people to take advantage
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Expert tips to avoid fraudsters when donating to charity this Ramadan
Ramadan
Experts warn of fraudsters and scam artists who take advantage of generous Muslims with fake appeal sites
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Aldi urges shoppers to return item 'which may have been tampered with'
The German retailer, which is rivalled by the likes of Lidl, says the metal pieces are "easily visible to customers".
Primark is selling 'gorgeous' airport outfits for less than £20 and shoppers say 'run'
Primark
Going abroad this year? Primark has a whole section dedicated to airport comfort and style
Marks and Spencer £32 'versatile' trousers in 6 colours shoppers say are 'great for travelling'
Marks & Spencer
The M&S casual trousers are ideal for holidays and everyday wear and shoppers say they're the 'most flattering'
Enduring UB40 row as brothers Ali and Robin Campbell speak out over family rift ever ending
UB40
UB40 Birmingham brothers Ali and Robin Campbell speak of row that's torn them apart similar to Oasis' Liam and Noel Gallagher as band approaches 45 year anniversary
Snobs may have reopened but this is the Birmingham nightclub I want back most of all
YouTube
It was the first club I ever visited in the city and my nan rag-curled my hair for the event
Ryanair
Antler sale sees Ryanair and Jet2-approved cabin bag with 'spacious' compartments reduced by £68
The discounted carry-on bag is Antler's lightest suitcase - ideal for easy loading on and off the plane's overhead lockers
ITV Loose Women stars 'quit' after 'lasting only a few weeks'
Loose Women
The ITV panellist Coleen Nolan revealed in a recent interview that former co-stars have joined the Loose Women panel but only lasted a few weeks.
Ben Shephard warns Cat Deeley 'I'm so worried' after £40,000 mistake
ITV
Ben, the former ITV Good Morning Britain star, was joined by Cat Deeley to address a scamdemic sweeping the country and targeting brits.
BBC star pulled from air for over a year returns to screens today
BBC
Annita McVeigh shared a behind-the-scenes snap from the studio as she hosted her first bulletin.
Molly-Mae Hague announces test results after being left 'bedbound' for days
Love Island
Love Island star Molly-Mae, aged 24, explained the mystery illness that left her bedbound for days – saying: "I felt like I was on death’s door".
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BBC Michael McIntyre's The Wheel fans instantly recognise contestant in 'lovely surprise'
Joel caused a stir as he popped up on the BBC quiz show hoping to win big money
Lenny Henry on sad 'real' reason for split from Dawn French 'in the end'
Lenny Henry
The Comic Relief founder and Vicar of Dibley actress were married for 25 years before their divorce in 2010
Kate Middleton issues new statement days after Mother's Day photo storm
Kate Middleton
Mum-of-three Kate, 42, shared a touching message as she was replaced at Irish Guards St Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday March 17 while she recovers.
Aldi urges shoppers to return item 'which may have been tampered with'
Aldi
The German retailer, which is rivalled by the likes of Lidl, says the metal pieces are "easily visible to customers".
ITV Loose Women stars 'quit' after 'lasting only a few weeks'
Loose Women
The ITV panellist Coleen Nolan revealed in a recent interview that former co-stars have joined the Loose Women panel but only lasted a few weeks.
Holidays
Turkey holiday warning as tourists who don't carry important document risk fine
Turkey has strict rules when it comes to proving identification and the UK Foreign Office urges British holidaymakers to 'always' comply
New Jaguar Land Rover jobs with 250 electrification engineering roles up for grabs
Jaguar Land Rover
The recruitment drive is set to support the development of the luxury car manufacturer's next generation electric vehicles
Kate Middleton conspiracy theories are 'nonsense', says shopping bystander
Kate Middleton
Dad-of-one Nelson Silva, 40, who took a video of the couple, blasted wild online conspiracy theories as "nonsense".
ITV Coronation Street fans do double take over who Alan Halsall attended Cheltenham Festival with
Coronation Street
Coronation Street star attended Cheltenham Festival last week and had a huge arrival - via helicopter.
BBC Death In Paradise slapped with complaints and viewers rage 'it's painful'
BBC
The latest BBC episode saw Florence helping Neville (played by Ralf Little) and the team solve the murder of a holidaymaker.