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Who is Al Carns? The former Royal Marine tipped to challenge Starmer

Decorated former marine Al Carns has emerged as a potential successor to Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader, with backbenchers increasingly discussing him as a contender amidst questions over Starmer's future. Carns, 45, had a distinguished 24-year military career, rising from the most junior ranks to Colonel, including four tours…

The Independent UK

Luke Littler predicts fireworks in chasing Premier League history in Birmingham

The back-to-back world champion is targeting a record seventh nightly victory on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Prince urges more people to talk about suicide as he opens mental health centre

The Prince of Wales opened James’ Place in Birmingham, which is specifically designed for men in crisis.

Evening Standard

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Minority groups brace for surge in racism after Reform UK election gains

Many members of minority communities fear results in Birmingham and elsewhere could lead to rise in hostile rhetoric

The Guardian - UK

Two men stabbed at Luna Springs music event in Birmingham, crowds told to leave venue

Two men were injured in a stabbing incident at a music event in Birmingham’s Digbeth area on Saturday evening, forcing a sudden evacuation of the venue. Police were called to Luna Springs on Lower Trinity Street shortly before 7pm following reports of violence during a day rave.

The Times of India

‘Better the devil you know’: former Labour voters in Birmingham unsure about replacing Starmer

Focus group sceptical that replacing Keir Starmer would improve party’s fortunes, with some drawn to Reform or the Greens

The Guardian - UK

King Charles, Prince Harry Reconciliation? Pair Allegedly 'Appear To Want Peace' At Invictus

King Charles and Prince Harry 'appear to want peace' and could use the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham as a public show of reconciliation.

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‘Nobody’s going out!’ Why is Britain’s nightlife in such decline – and can anything save it?

One in four late-night venues went out of business between 2020 and 2025. Those that remain are struggling to pull in customers. Maybe a night out in Birminghan will reveal why

The Guardian - UK

Man accused of Peter Kay bomb hoax is removed from court

Omar Majed, 19, from Birmingham, is accused of communicating false information to police

Evening Standard

UK flag row turns ugly: Council workers face threats over Union Jack removals across England

Shropshire Council staff and elected members are facing abuse and intimidation over the removal of unauthorized Union Jack and St George's flags. These installations, believed to have spread from Birmingham, are causing safety concerns and financial burdens for residents. Other councils, like Oxfordshire, are also grappling with similar issues and…

The Times of India

Peter Kay comedy show bomb suspect Omar Majed ordered to leave court after outbursts

A 19-year-old accused of triggering a bomb scare at a Peter Kay comedy show was removed from court after repeatedly interrupting proceedings. Omar Majed was taken down to the cells midway through a brief hearing at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday after failing to comply with instructions from the judge.

The Times of India

Teenager accused of bomb hoax at Peter Kay show is remanded in custody after courtroom outbursts

A Peter Kay comedy show at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena last Friday was cancelled following an alleged bomb hoax

The Independent UK

Man charged over bomb hoax after Peter Kay show evacuated

Arena in Birmingham cleared after report of suspicious bag, with comedian pulled from stage mid-performance

The Guardian - UK

Teenager charged over Peter Kay ‘bomb hoax’ after show evacuated

Omar Majed, 19, was arrested after reports of a ‘suspicious bag’ saw Kay taken off stage mid-performance

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The Independent UK

Teenager charged after ‘bomb hoax’ halts Peter Kay performance

Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham, was remanded in custody and will appear before magistrates in the West Midlands city on May 4, police said.

International Business Times UK

Meghan Markle Reportedly Determined to Reconcile With King Charles During Upcoming UK Visit

Reports suggest Meghan may join Harry in Birmingham this summer and hopes to mend fences with King Charles, though no royal meeting or travel plans have been officially confirmed.

The Independent UK

Teenager arrested after ‘bomb hoax’ halts Peter Kay gig in Birmingham

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Teenager in custody after ‘bomb hoax’ halts Peter Kay performance

The comedian’s show at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham was halted on Friday evening after a ‘potential suspicious bag’ was found.

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The Independent UK

Man, 19, arrested on suspicion of bomb hoax after Peter Kay gig evacuated in Birmingham

The comedian’s show was abandoned at the Utilita Arena on Friday over reports of a ‘suspicious bag’

The Times of India

British comedian Peter Kay show evacuated mid-performance as ‘suspicious bag’ prompts Birmingham arena alert

Comedian Peter Kay was forced to leave the stage mid-performance after a suspicious bag prompted a police response and evacuation at a Birmingham venue.

Evening Standard

Teen arrested over 'bomb hoax' after Peter Kay show evacuated and comedian rushed off stage

Kay, 52, had been performing at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham for around 45 minutes when he was abruptly bundled off stage

Evening Standard

Peter Kay ushered off stage and audience evacuated after suspicious bag found

Police said a 19-year-old man is being held in custody.

The Guardian - UK

Peter Kay show stopped and 19-year-old in custody after ‘suspicious bag’ found

Comedian pulled from stage in Birmingham about 45 minutes into performance and audience told to leave

The Independent UK

Peter Kay Birmingham show evacuated mid-performance over ‘suspicious bag’

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Peter Kay show in Birmingham evacuated after potential ‘suspicious bag’ found

The comedian was just 45 minutes into his show at the Utilita Arena

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