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    Lean strengthens Saudi Arabia's presence in global digital health and precision medicine ecosystems

    In a move that reflects Saudi Arabia's growing role in shaping the future of data- and AI-driven healthcare, Lean Business Services, a Public...

    Oman's sovereign fund joins global top performers as returns hit record high

    Oman Investment Authority, the Sultanate of Oman's sovereign wealth fund, has reported its strongest annual performance to date, recording...

    Jamaica to host second CTO Air Connectivity Summit next February

    Shanghai's new urban landscape ‘Scruffy Puppy’ goes viral

    Africa-focused independents expand AEW 2026 speaker lineup as exploration accelerates

    Trinidadian trumpeter to perform in New York

    Chukka Caribbean Adventures CEO highlights innovation at Seatrade

    Grab and Nuitée announce exclusive partnership to provide seamless travel accommodation booking within the Grab app

    Community

      Get Active this May Half-Term

      Children and young people can enjoy moving more this May half-term thanks to Wolverhampton’s Yo! Active.

      Victory for the pressure cookers in charity cook off

      BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Kaylee Golding named as official host for Wolverhampton Pride

      Council’s short break service celebrates Outstanding report

      Grand Hotel Birmingham celebrates its milestone fifth anniversary

      Business

        Jamaica set $200m catastrophe bond figure by World Bank

        The World Bank has priced a new catastrophe bond designed to help Jamaica cope with the threat of hurricanes.

        AFC commits $100M to power Africa’s digital growth

        Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, have announced that its Board has approved a commitment of up to...

        More cost-of-living help coming as Reeves heads to G7 to coordinate war response

        The Chancellor travels to Paris to meet G7 finance ministers and central bankers – the first Chancellor visit to Paris since Brexit.

        West Africa set for investment boost via BOAD-IFC deal

        To help boost local currency financing, private sector growth, and job creation across the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU), the...

        Future of Utilities Summit 2026 to host Women in Utilities mentor brunch in partnership with WUN

        Future of Utilities Summit has announced the return of its Women in Utilities Brunch, taking place on 11 June at QEII...

        Latvian companies launch new cooperation projects in technology, defence and green transformation sectors during official visit to Sweden

        The official visit to Sweden organised by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) and led by Minister of Economics Viktors Valainis...

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          Sport

            Former GB distance runner busts the 5 biggest myths runners believe about Hyrox - and explains why

            With Hyrox welcoming a projected 1.2 million athletes across the 2025/26 season, more than double last year's 550,000, a growing share of those...

            Saints expelled from play-offs following spying charges

            Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after 22-year wait

            City finally making preparations for Guardiola departure

            Asiacell and PSG announce landmark partnership — a first in Iraq’s history

            Adoption & Fostering

            Fostering for Wolverhampton meets residents at January fostering events

            Fostering families bounce into summer fun at park event

            Fostering for Wolverhampton launches new recruitment campaign

            Education & Training

            BE OPEN celebrates the jury for Design Equality with Innovation: a competition for students dedicated to the UN Sustainable Development Programme

            Heolddu Comprehensive School celebrates excellent Estyn report

            Birmingham students meet King Charles and Sir Idris Elba at NYMT workshop

            Role Models

            Louise Bennett Appointed Vice Lord-Lieutenant For The West Midlands

            A legend, icon and much-loved by all! - Sir Michael Parkinson

            PM awards two men from London for empowering young people through sports

            Motors

            Broad Arrow celebrates style and performance at €40.8m Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Auction

            Škoda fuels the great British road trip with free holiday getaway for every Kodiaq buyer

            KGM Motors UK supports RAF Regiment military personnel as Three Peaks Challenge raises funds for Combat Stress

            Gadgets & Gaming

            Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is ‘Best Game’ winner at the BAFTA Games Awards 2026

            DreamHack Birmingham kicking off this Friday

            Gamers compete for £1.3m prize pool at DreamHack Birmingham 2026

            Competitions

            COMPETITION - The Festive Gift Fair returns for 2025!

            Hockerhill celebrates one year open with £1 tickets for guests

            City orchestra nominated for prestigious award

            Fashion

            Huda Beauty takes over London with the most immersive beauty event in the world

            Hyosung TNC marks major step in its integrated bio-spandex platform at Global Fashion Summit 2026

            L'Oréal Luxe and DATALAND reveal exclusive partnership to create groundbreaking olfactory art experience

            Food

            Zizzi launches the ultimate summer lunch menu with the introduction of the Pizzanini

            Kids eat free this May half term at Alfred Works

            Kick off Birmingham Pride with brunch at Cow & Sow

            Health & Wellbeing

            Keep Your Energy High All Summer: The Power of Overnight Oats & Seed Blends (Plus 9 High Energy Diet Tips)

            Ebola response in Africa CDC statement

            The 997 scholarships that’s transforming heart care

            Holiday & Travel

            Capella Sydney unveils ‘Winter Rituals’, an invitation to experience the city through culture, wellness and quiet luxury

            Chad and Mauritania buck the trend for tourism in the Sahel & Southern Sahara

            Sandals Resorts brings the spirit of Jamaica centre stage at the 2026 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival