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Birmingham bin collections suspended amid strike

Bin collections in Birmingham are suspended as agency workers join the strike. Rubbish piles up amid allegations of bullying and threats from council management. Read the latest.

Birmingham bin strikes suspend all collections

Birmingham's bin collection service is suspended due to mass pickets by agency and council workers. The council aims to resume collections tomorrow. Read the latest on the dispute.

Siblings feud over $50m inheritance properties

Five wealthy heirs descend into petty squabble over $10 million homes in trust fund reveal, mirroring HBO's Succession drama. Experts reveal how ultra-rich families manage inheritance.

Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans revealed

Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a revolutionary 62,000-capacity stadium, the 'Powerhouse', set to open by 2030. A £3bn project set to transform the city's skyline and become a global beacon for sport and entertainment.

Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike

Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.

Trust Crisis: Only 41% of Britons Trust Neighbours

Exclusive figures reveal a collapse in community trust, with less than half of the public trusting their neighbours. The Co-operative Party urges government action to rebuild local pride and connection.

Met Museum Vandalised: Paintings Torn from Walls

A brazen act of vandalism at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art has left priceless artworks damaged after a visitor deliberately tore paintings from their mountings. Joshua Vavrin faces multiple charges following the disturbing incident that has shaken

Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future

The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.

NHS Prescribes Art & Culture as Medical Treatment

Groundbreaking NHS initiatives are prescribing museum visits, gallery tours and cultural activities as legitimate medical treatments, with remarkable results for both physical and mental health conditions.

Petty criminals behind shocking Louvre jewellery heist

Shocking details emerge as Paris prosecutors confirm the Louvre Museum's prestigious jewellery collection was stolen by amateur criminals in a daring overnight heist that exposed serious security flaws.

Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested

Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.

Egypt demands Louvre return ancient artefacts

Egypt's antiquities authority launches formal campaign for the return of prized artefacts from the Louvre Museum, escalating global debate about cultural heritage repatriation.

Louvre robbery foiled by legal blunder

In an astonishing twist, an attempted €1 million robbery at the Louvre was thwarted after the thieves' lawyer accidentally revealed their entire plan to French authorities during a separate case.

10 Fantastic Free London Attractions You Must Visit

Discover how to experience the best of London without spending a penny. From royal parks to world-class museums, explore the capital's top free attractions that promise unforgettable experiences.

Louvre relocates Mona Lisa for Crown Jewels display

Paris's legendary Louvre Museum embarks on its most ambitious transformation since I.M. Pei's pyramid, relocating iconic masterpieces including the Mona Lisa to showcase France's magnificent Crown Jewels in a spectacular new Renaissance gallery setting.

How Bird Migration Changes Affect Museums and Music

An extraordinary investigation reveals how climate change is altering bird migration routes, leading to unexpected consequences including sophisticated museum heists in France and the surprising science behind Lou Bega's classic hit 'Mambo No. 5'.

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