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July 16, 2025

Supporting image for story: Emma Watson and Harry Potter co-star banned from driving at same court

Emma Watson and Harry Potter co-star banned from driving at same court

July 14, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'There's nowhere else like us!': Bully is Black Country and proud and reveals the one thing that really makes our region the best

'There's nowhere else like us!': Bully is Black Country and proud and reveals the one thing that really makes our region the best

July 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'You know it's wrong': Jeff Lynne criticised by fans after cancelling Machester show moments before it was due to begin

'You know it's wrong': Jeff Lynne criticised by fans after cancelling Machester show moments before it was due to begin

Supporting image for story: Calls for iconic Black Sabbath pub next to Birmingham New Street station to reopen

Calls for iconic Black Sabbath pub next to Birmingham New Street station to reopen

Supporting image for story: 'I'm a Black Country wench and proud': But local legend Our Trace admits to speaking with a northern twang on occasions ahead of Black Country Day - here's why

'I'm a Black Country wench and proud': But local legend Our Trace admits to speaking with a northern twang on occasions ahead of Black Country Day - here's why

July 9, 2025

Supporting image for story: The unforgettable moment Jason Momoa surprises metal fans at Black Sabbath's Villa Park farewell concert by joining the mosh

The unforgettable moment Jason Momoa surprises metal fans at Black Sabbath's Villa Park farewell concert by joining the mosh

Supporting image for story: Oasis fans queue up at Birmingham Bullring as the band's pop up shop opens to celebrate the Live '25 tour

Oasis fans queue up at Birmingham Bullring as the band's pop up shop opens to celebrate the Live '25 tour

July 6, 2025

Supporting image for story: Opinion: Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's Back to the Beginning - the end is never the end

Opinion: Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's Back to the Beginning - the end is never the end

Supporting image for story: Review: Jeff Lynne’s Birmingham farewell - a heartfelt homecoming for a Brummie legend

Review: Jeff Lynne’s Birmingham farewell - a heartfelt homecoming for a Brummie legend

Supporting image for story: Goodbye ELO: 18 amazing images of Jeff Lynn's farewell tour in Birmingham at Utilita Arena on the first night

Goodbye ELO: 18 amazing images of Jeff Lynn's farewell tour in Birmingham at Utilita Arena on the first night

July 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: Famous faces including former Spice Girl Emma Bunton attend wedding of Mel B

Famous faces including former Spice Girl Emma Bunton attend wedding of Mel B

Supporting image for story: Black Sabbath: Ozzy the police dog puppy is on Villa Park concert duty

Black Sabbath: Ozzy the police dog puppy is on Villa Park concert duty

Supporting image for story: In pictures: Black Sabbath Back to the Beginning at Villa Park as heavy metal stars from across the world take to the stage

In pictures: Black Sabbath Back to the Beginning at Villa Park as heavy metal stars from across the world take to the stage

Supporting image for story: 52 iconic pictures of Black Sabbath fans at Villa Park as Ozzy Osbourne and the band get ready for their last gig with Metallica, Anthrax and more heavy metal stars

52 iconic pictures of Black Sabbath fans at Villa Park as Ozzy Osbourne and the band get ready for their last gig with Metallica, Anthrax and more heavy metal stars

July 2, 2025

Supporting image for story: West Midlands Police's newest four-legged recruits 'bark at the moon' with Black Sabbath-themed names

West Midlands Police's newest four-legged recruits 'bark at the moon' with Black Sabbath-themed names

July 1, 2025

Supporting image for story: Black Sabbath weekend set to 'boost region's economy by millions', culture bosses claim

Black Sabbath weekend set to 'boost region's economy by millions', culture bosses claim

June 30, 2025

Supporting image for story: An Oasis Live ‘25 Fan Store is opening in the West Midlands - here’s where and when

An Oasis Live ‘25 Fan Store is opening in the West Midlands - here’s where and when

June 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: Sharon Osbourne surprises music fans in Birmingham as she appears at the opening of the world-first exhibition dedicated to Ozzy

Sharon Osbourne surprises music fans in Birmingham as she appears at the opening of the world-first exhibition dedicated to Ozzy

Supporting image for story: Ozzy Osbourne celebrated like never before at a free 'World-first' exhibition in his home city of Birmingham & Sharon says 'thank you'

Ozzy Osbourne celebrated like never before at a free 'World-first' exhibition in his home city of Birmingham & Sharon says 'thank you'

June 24, 2025

Supporting image for story: The £20m West Midlands summer weekend with Black Sabbath, Jeff Lynne, Test Match cricket at Edgbaston, Colmore Food Festival - and more

The £20m West Midlands summer weekend with Black Sabbath, Jeff Lynne, Test Match cricket at Edgbaston, Colmore Food Festival - and more

June 23, 2025

Supporting image for story: Ashley Walters says Adolescence role made him ‘draw back’ his son’s screen time

Ashley Walters says Adolescence role made him ‘draw back’ his son’s screen time

June 12, 2025

Supporting image for story: Michelle Keegan wears stunning yellow crochet bandeau midaxi dress and it’s surprisingly affordable

Michelle Keegan wears stunning yellow crochet bandeau midaxi dress and it’s surprisingly affordable

June 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: Clarkson’s Farm series four finale to show team with a pub dilemma in race against time

Clarkson’s Farm series four finale to show team with a pub dilemma in race against time

May 27, 2025

Supporting image for story: Emmerdale’s Paddy Kirk to be victim of dog attack as new character introduced

Emmerdale’s Paddy Kirk to be victim of dog attack as new character introduced

May 21, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'Diversity is under threat', says Dudley-born comedian Sir Lenny Henry, as he calls for 'activist army'

'Diversity is under threat', says Dudley-born comedian Sir Lenny Henry, as he calls for 'activist army'

May 19, 2025

Supporting image for story: Five minutes with… Paralympian Ellie Simmonds

Five minutes with… Paralympian Ellie Simmonds

Supporting image for story: Rock legend Bryan Adams leaves fans in heaven as UK tour stops off in Birmingham

Rock legend Bryan Adams leaves fans in heaven as UK tour stops off in Birmingham

May 13, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'Heaven' - Hollywood Matilda star gushes over Shropshire's very own David Austin Roses at her Los Angeles home

'Heaven' - Hollywood Matilda star gushes over Shropshire's very own David Austin Roses at her Los Angeles home

May 6, 2025

Supporting image for story: How to get tickets to historic WWE Monday Night Raw on Netflix show in Birmingham

How to get tickets to historic WWE Monday Night Raw on Netflix show in Birmingham

Supporting image for story: Joe Lycett proves to get a laugh abroad sometimes a Brummie has to pull out the Black Country comedy card

Joe Lycett proves to get a laugh abroad sometimes a Brummie has to pull out the Black Country comedy card

May 5, 2025

Supporting image for story: George Michael’s Careless Whisper voted nation’s favourite for seventh year

George Michael’s Careless Whisper voted nation’s favourite for seventh year

May 1, 2025

Supporting image for story: Ozzy Osbourne says he ‘may be sitting down’ for his final gig amid health woes

Ozzy Osbourne says he ‘may be sitting down’ for his final gig amid health woes

April 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: Watch: Moment Jayne Torvill slipped during Bolero routine with Christopher Dean as tour brings them to Birmingham

Watch: Moment Jayne Torvill slipped during Bolero routine with Christopher Dean as tour brings them to Birmingham

April 24, 2025

Supporting image for story: Birmingham funny man Joe Lycett on bin strikes as UB40 also give verdict

Birmingham funny man Joe Lycett on bin strikes as UB40 also give verdict

April 23, 2025

Supporting image for story: Billie Eilish is grilled by celebs, Emma Corrin’s new role, Florence Pugh discusses struggles

Billie Eilish is grilled by celebs, Emma Corrin’s new role, Florence Pugh discusses struggles

April 22, 2025

Supporting image for story: Michael Portillo's Black Country and Shropshire jaunt - Great British Railway Journeys brings him to region on BBC all this week

Michael Portillo's Black Country and Shropshire jaunt - Great British Railway Journeys brings him to region on BBC all this week

April 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: Married at First Sight star Sacha Jones spotted at Walsall's Walking the Way of the Cross procession - her faith is all important to her

Married at First Sight star Sacha Jones spotted at Walsall's Walking the Way of the Cross procession - her faith is all important to her

April 17, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'Unmissable' line-up confirmed for Wolverhampton Pride 2025 - including a leading Pussycat Dolls singer

'Unmissable' line-up confirmed for Wolverhampton Pride 2025 - including a leading Pussycat Dolls singer

Supporting image for story: Liam Payne’s girlfriend reveals their final ‘chilling’ conversation

Liam Payne’s girlfriend reveals their final ‘chilling’ conversation

April 10, 2025

Supporting image for story: Celebrity Big Brother: Former Lichfield MP Michael Fabricant on verge of second election defeat - after being nominated for eviction

Celebrity Big Brother: Former Lichfield MP Michael Fabricant on verge of second election defeat - after being nominated for eviction

April 9, 2025

Supporting image for story: Blind Date's first ever couple to marry have touching vow renewal at same West Midlands church 33 years later

Blind Date's first ever couple to marry have touching vow renewal at same West Midlands church 33 years later

April 7, 2025

Supporting image for story: Olivier Awards 2025: Fabulous Beverley Knight wows crowds at prestigious award ceremony

Olivier Awards 2025: Fabulous Beverley Knight wows crowds at prestigious award ceremony

April 4, 2025

Supporting image for story: 13 of the most valuable vinyl records to own in the UK in April 2025 - are any buried in your collection?

13 of the most valuable vinyl records to own in the UK in April 2025 - are any buried in your collection?

April 2, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shroom with a brew: the coffee upgrade that’s got celebs buzzing

Shroom with a brew: the coffee upgrade that’s got celebs buzzing

March 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal helps DFS launch 'biggest ever' armchair after Wednesbury visit

Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal helps DFS launch 'biggest ever' armchair after Wednesbury visit

March 24, 2025

Supporting image for story: Duran Duran launch their own unisex perfume

Duran Duran launch their own unisex perfume

March 22, 2025

Supporting image for story: What time is BGT on tonight? ITV schedule and start time this weekend

What time is BGT on tonight? ITV schedule and start time this weekend

Supporting image for story: Boxing champion George Foreman dies aged 76, family says

Boxing champion George Foreman dies aged 76, family says

March 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: Will Smith to perform in Wolverhampton in summer 2025 on UK tour - see date and ticket info here

Will Smith to perform in Wolverhampton in summer 2025 on UK tour - see date and ticket info here

March 17, 2025

Supporting image for story: Watch: Actors and production team spotted in West Midlands park as 'Silent Witness' filming under way in region

Watch: Actors and production team spotted in West Midlands park as 'Silent Witness' filming under way in region