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    East Africa thriving in the world’s arts scene

    For many years, the cultural spotlight in Africa has seemed to be stubbornly focused on the west or south of the continent rather than East Africa....

    Australia returning 14 artworks of disputed provenance to India

    The National Gallery of Australia is to return 14 works of art to India that are suspected of having been stolen, looted or exported illegally. The...

    Typhoon sweeps into eastern China

    Rackspace Technology to make $65-$70 million investment in growth businesses

    CHTAEF and Les Roches launch professional development program for Caribbean hospitality managers

    Muslims gather to celebrate Covid-hit Eid ul-Adha

    CTO, Skift to Host Webinar on Caribbean Tourism Recovery

    Scenic launches two new tours with the release of its Canada, Alaska and United States 2022/23 collection

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      Helping older people live happy and healthy lives within their communities

      A city council scheme that provides grants and funding for voluntary organisations and charities has been given permission to be extended and...

      Black Country Housing Group supporting UK’s First ASB Awareness Week

      Second Tiny Forest to branch out in the city

      Council launches Be a Councillor campaign

      Thriving Green Gym for the local community opens in Bournville

      Business

        Finalists announced for the 2021 BBBAwards

        The finalists of the 2021 Black British Business Awards (BBBAwards) have been announced. Shortlisted are 39 remarkable Black professionals from...

        Seven million households say a £10 a month increase could force them into debt, as bill hikes loom

        Over a quarter (27%) of bill-payers say an increase of more than £10 a month in their energy bills could force them into debt, just days ahead of an...

        Haines Watts to create 25 jobs as part of ambitious expansion plans for the West Midlands

        One of the West Midlands leading chartered accountants has announced plans to create up to 25 new jobs over the next six months, just few weeks...

        Mayor opens Ramfoam’s new headquarters as company embraces digital

        One of the first companies to sign up to a programme to improve the digital capabilities of smaller businesses has officially opened its new company...

        Azets Regional CEO eyes quadruple growth

        Azets, the UK’s largest regional accountancy and business advisor to SMEs, with 14 offices across the Midlands, Shropshire, and the Welsh Borders,...

        The Meet Group and Spectrum Labs announce ground-breaking safety actions aimed at improving livestreaming moderation

        The Meet Group, Inc., a leading provider of interactive dating solutions, and Spectrum Labs, a leading AI-based content moderation platform,...

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            Work begins to remove Ricoh signs from Coventry Building Society Arena

            Work has begun to remove the large Ricoh signs from the roof of Coventry Building Society Arena. A huge 32 metre boom lift is being used to reach...

            Shot-putter Saunders the first podium demonstrator in Tokyo

            £2m Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games legacy funding to get more people cycling

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            Entertaiment

              Living the Dream – exploring the future for audiences and live theatre

              Over 65,000 people across 92 countries watched the premiere of ‘Dream’ during the ten live performances in March. Created by the Royal Shakespeare...

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              Parents set to spend £1,300 on children’s activities during the summer holidays

              Millennium Point announces partnership with Mockingbird Cinema with launch of summer film season

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              New Sandwell Children’s Trust Chief Executive backs Foster Care Fortnight

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              #YouCanAdopt campaign asks whether you can consider adoption sibling groups

              Education & Training

              Doctoral Researcher at University of Birmingham goes the extra mile for children with brain injuries

              Presenter Scott proud of accent after criticism from former CBI head Lord Jones

              University of Birmingham Coding Bootcamp alumnus lands top tech job in the city

              Role Models

              Ex-England footballer Geoff Thomas and the Tour 21 Team reach Paris and surpass £1m fundraising target

              Ramesh’s 20 rounds of golf in 5 crazy days helps raises thousands for charities

              Birmingham Back to Backs wins national Dementia Hero Award

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              15 million people suffered a major broadband outage in the last year

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              Fashion

              VEGAN Happy Clothing - Finalist in Great British Entrepreneur Awards

              Iconic fashion designer to be celebrated for her contribution to Birmingham’s fashion scene

              CSD teams up with Climate Partner to become fully carbon neutral by 2030, starting with carbon neutral shipping

              Food

              Cadbury World celebrates the summer with choc-tastic beach scene

              McDonald’s UK is Bringing the Summer Vibes with the brand-new BBQ Quarter Pounder

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              Health & Wellbeing

              Innovative Preparation for Adulthood team shortlisted for award

              Bluebird Care Walsall Celebrates the Rise of One of Its Own

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              Holiday & Travel

              Emerald Cruises unveils southeast Asia river cruises for 2022/23

              Luxury all-inclusive river cruising returns to Portugal’s Douro River

              Holiday property owners turn to 360 tours as staycation market booms

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