Empowering Young Individuals Promoting Youth Development and opening of the new community hub
On June 2, 2023, Birmingham celebrated the grand opening of the new Ackers Community Hub, marking the culmination of 21 years of dedicated service to the community. The Birmingham Youth Sports Academy (BYSA) finally has a place to call...
INSPIRATIONAL YOUTH AWARDS 2023: 21 YOUNG STARS RECOGNISED FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS ACROSS THE...
The first-ever Inspirational Youth Awards took place on 29 April at Birmingham Eastside Rooms, to honour and celebrate exceptional young people across the Midlands. The grand awards ceremony, organised and run by BEvents, saw 21 impressive young stars, aged...
Asda promises to bring ‘taste happiness’ to your dinner tables this Ramadan
As the holy month of Ramadan commences, kitchens are buzzing with preparations for Iftars and Suhoors. While home cooks are busy preparing for the holy month, they are also looking for recipe ideas to add a variety to their...
Heritage, South Asian Hair Care Brand, Vatika UK, Launches #UntieYourFears Campaign To Raise Awareness...
#UntieYourFears Campaign Says No To Street Harassment
Continuing to advocate women empowerment and to challenge sexist and misogynistic behaviour patterns that have become normalised in society, heritage, South Asian hair care brand, Vatika UK, has launched a new campaign that...
UK Asian Film Festival Announces Programme for 25th Anniversary
UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has unveiled its programme for its 25th anniversary edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Glasgow from Thursday 4th – Sunday 14th May, UK...
Birmingham Man Who Suffered Horrific Attack Named
Birmingham pensioner who was set alight in a horrific attack has been named as Mohammed Rayaz.
He was attacked as he walked back from a mosque on Monday 20 March at around 7pm.
A man was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion...
West Midlands Bus Strike
Today, thousands of passengers across the Midlands who use the bus as a form of public transport have faced travel chaos due to a big strike.
Many workers, school pupils and public were left wondering how they would reach their...
Socially-minded bank claims Chamber’s top award
Unity Trust Bank – a key part of the Birmingham business landscape for nearly 40 years – is celebrating after winning the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Business of the Year award.
The Brindleyplace bank, which also won the Contribution...
Council Planning Go-Ahead For BBC’s New Digbeth HQ
BBC Birmingham's move to a new state-of-the-art headquarters in Digbeth moved a significant step closer today, as The Tea Factory was given the green light by Birmingham City Council planners.
Last summer the BBC announced plans to move out its...
Asian Business Chamber appoints new president
Omar Rashid was appointed president of the Asian Business Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) at the organisation’s annual general meeting.
The AGM was held yesterday at Chamber House in Edgbaston, with the attendance of members and guests.
Neelam Afzal, partner and employment...
PRIDE OF BIRMINGHAM AWARDS 2023: WINNERS HONOURED FOR AWE-INSPIRING ACHIEVEMENTS
The BirminghamLive Pride of Birmingham Awards with TSB returns for 2023 on Monday 6 March at The Great Hall, University of Birmingham, to celebrate ordinary Brummies doing extraordinary things. The star-studded awards ceremony, hosted by presenter and actor, Kym...
COACH WHO USES FOOTBALL TO GET YOUNG PEOPLE OFF THE STREETS AMONG WINNERS
A football coach who set up her own team to help get young people off the streets and offer support to her community has been recognised with a TSB Community Hero Award at the Pride of Birmingham Awards 2023....
