Fresh Plans for Manchester-Birmingham Railway Link
A new railway line could connect Manchester and Birmingham, as the government prepares to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail upgrades. Learn about the potential route and the legacy of HS2.
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New Birmingham-Manchester rail link announced
Rachel Reeves to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail revival, including a new line between Birmingham and Manchester. Construction not expected until after 2036.
70mph police chase ends in golf course death of mum
A cowboy roofer led police on a 70mph chase through Birmingham before killing a mum-of-three on a golf course. John McDonald admitted causing death by dangerous driving. Read the full court report.
Your Horoscope for Tuesday 13 January 2026
Discover your star sign's forecast for Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The Moon's link with Saturn brings a serious but productive energy. Get your free personalised reading.
Driver admits killing woman in police chase on golf course
John McDonald, 52, pleaded guilty to causing the death of Suzanne Cherry, 62, by dangerous driving during a police pursuit in Birmingham. The sentencing hearing continues.
Radar failure cancels 20+ flights at Birmingham Airport
A power outage at a key radar site halted arrivals into Birmingham Airport overnight, causing over 20 flights to be cancelled, diverted or severely delayed. Read the latest on the disruption and past incidents.
Radar fault halts arrivals at Birmingham Airport
A power outage at a key radar site has forced Birmingham Airport to suspend all incoming flights. Nine flights are cancelled or diverted, with delays exceeding four hours. Follow for live updates.
Birmingham's £1m Lottery prize expires in one month
A mystery EuroMillions winner in Birmingham must claim a £1,000,000 prize by February 11. Three other UK millionaires also have unclaimed tickets. Find out how to check if you're the lucky player.
Brighton Line Closures: 3 Weekends of Rail Disruption
Passengers on the Brighton Main Line face three weekends of closures in January for essential Network Rail work. Plan ahead for bus replacements affecting Gatwick Airport and East Croydon services.
Great British Rail Sale 2026: 4M Tickets Slashed
The Great British Rail Sale is back for 2026 with over 4 million discounted train tickets. Save 50-70% on journeys across the UK. Book now before the 7-day sale ends!
Forklift driver moves parked car blocking lorry in Birmingham
A forklift driver in Birmingham took matters into his own hands to move a badly parked Volkswagen Tiguan. The incident mirrors a 2022 case where a farmer was cleared for similar actions. Read the full story.
Giant Sinkhole Opens in Melbourne Sporting Oval
A large sinkhole, 8m by 8m and 5m deep, has appeared at a sporting oval in Melbourne's north-east, close to major tunnelling works. Read the latest on the incident and response.
Large sinkhole opens at Melbourne oval near tunnelling
A large 5-metre deep sinkhole has appeared at a sporting oval in Melbourne's north-east, adjacent to the major North East Link tunnelling project. The area is cordoned off as investigations begin.
Birmingham upset Coventry 3-2 in Championship thriller
Marvin Ducksch scores twice as Birmingham City end their winless run with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Championship leaders Coventry City in a Midlands derby. Read the full match report.
Gibraltar Strait Tunnel Plan Gets Major Boost
A decades-old plan for a £7.4bn underwater rail tunnel linking Spain and Morocco is back on track. New studies confirm feasibility, with potential approval by 2027. Read the latest.
Liverpool church on far-right hitlist forges unity against hate
St Anne's Church in Toxteth, home to asylum charity, was targeted in 2024 far-right riots. Discover how it forged powerful community alliances to counter hatred and build solidarity. Support grassroots action.
Stephanie Slater's eight-day coffin kidnapping ordeal
In 1992, estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped and held in a coffin for eight days. Her survival story and the hunt for killer Michael Sams.
Police warned Maccabi fan ban seen as antisemitic
Exclusive documents reveal Jewish groups warned West Midlands Police that banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match could be seen as antisemitic. Read the full investigation.
Rail union calls for end to outsourcing 'racket'
The RMT union urges the government to halt rail outsourcing after revealing six major contractors made £152m in profits last year. Discover the call for insourcing.
Birmingham crowds tricked by fake NYE fireworks again
Hundreds of revellers in Birmingham's Centenary Square were left disappointed after a promised fireworks display failed to materialise for the second year running, following false online claims.
Birmingham's Fake New Year Fireworks Display Draws Crowds
Hundreds of revellers braved the cold for a New Year's Eve fireworks display in Birmingham's Centenary Square that never happened, duped by online misinformation. Discover how fake events strain emergency services.
HS2 photos show progress on London station and viaducts
Exclusive photos reveal the current state of the HS2 high-speed rail project, showing progress on stations and viaducts as the new CEO promises a 'fundamental reset'. Discover the latest.
Ryanair turbulence horror: 'We are lucky to be alive'
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife made an emergency U-turn after severe turbulence over France. A doctor onboard treated injuries, describing a 'horror scene'. Full details on the incident and passenger accounts.
Birmingham bin strike: A year of maggots, rats and despair
Nearly a year into Birmingham's bin strike, residents face fly-tipping, vermin and environmental collapse. We investigate the human and ecological toll of the ongoing industrial action.
Birmingham's 'Exempt' Housing Crisis: 42% of Street Affected
A Guardian investigation reveals how unregulated 'exempt' housing in Birmingham is failing vulnerable residents. In Selly Park, 42% of properties are now such homes, with 30,000 units city-wide. Read the full report.
Equal pay for female council workers tops £1bn
Settlements for female council staff in roles like cleaners and carers have exceeded £1.1bn, with thousands more claims expected. The GMB union warns councils to negotiate or face huge bills.
Birmingham teacher's miniature world of memories
Discover how retired teacher Ken Bonham, 79, filled his Birmingham flat with intricate memory boxes and dioramas inspired by a lifetime of travel and teaching. A heartwarming story of creativity.
Urgent warning over rail landslide sensors after derailment
Rail investigators issue urgent safety warning after sensors failed to detect a sudden landslide that derailed an Avanti West Coast train in Cumbria. Read the full report on the risks to UK rail infrastructure.
Facebook trials fees for link sharing, hitting news publishers
Meta is testing a new feature where users must pay to share links on Facebook. This could drastically reduce traffic to news sites and reshape online content. Read the full analysis.
Driver charged after fatal Birmingham hit-and-run
A 41-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. One pedestrian died, another was injured. Read the latest.
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