Billy Sloan reminisces on memories of Glasgow’s Apollo ahead of its 50th anniversary

Labour’s turbulent first year: U-turns, leadership questions and the growing threat from reform as many voters lose patience.

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One year after Labour’s landslide victory, the government faces deepening turmoil, high-profile policy reversals, and mounting public frustration.With party unity under pressure and Reform UK’s surge reshaping the political landscape, serious questions are being asked about the future of Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves.

‘It should be the same punishment for assaulting humans’: Londoners on rise in animal cruelty

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We ask Londoners what they think about the rise in animal cruelty, and what their pets mean to them.

Leeds reflects on looking after pets and animal cruelty

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The RSPCA is highlighting a rise in animal cruelty cases and asking people to think about how we treat our pets. If you’ve got pets, how close are you to them, and why are they so important to you? If you don’t, what do you think responsible pet care should look like?

How Liverpool are planning to get the best out of record signing Florian Wirtz

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Liverpool are wasting no time in shaping their squad for the season ahead, making a major statement with the signing of Florian Wirtz for a club-record fee.<br />We caught up with Will Rooney from LiverpoolWorld to discuss the thinking behind this bold transfer strategy, where else Liverpool could strengthen, and how the club aims to give Slot the tools he needs—not just to defend their domestic crown, but to compete consistently at the highest level.

Your reflections on council tax and Leeds improvements

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Do you think council tax is fair? What repairs or improvements should Leeds City Council prioritise?

Wolves’ top players who stepped up under Vitor Pereira to make huge Premier League impact

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Wolves are heading into a pivotal summer under Vitor Pereira, already marked by notable early departures that have reshaped the squad ahead of a critical campaign. <br />We spoke with Charlie Haffenden of BirminghamWorld, who shared insight on how Wolves are approaching this summer—where reinforcements are most needed and how the club’s leadership is balancing short-term expectations with a longer-term vision under Pereira.

How close are you to your pets - and what does responsible pet care look like?

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As the RSPCA highlights a rise in cruelty cases, we ask people in Birmingham how important their pets are to them - or, if they don’t have pets, what they believe responsible ownership should involve.

Too much student housing? City councillors push back

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A ten-storey student block has been approved in Birmingham, while another scheme was blocked—reigniting debate over whether the city is prioritising student developments over much-needed housing. Councillors warn of family homes being lost and question whether student demand is being overstated.

WHSmith rebrands to TGJones across UK high streets

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WHSmith is now TGJones, and River Island is closing dozens of stores—including one in Sutton Coldfield. From Birmingham city centre, we ask shoppers how they feel about the names vanishing from their high street.

People on the street: How should we treat our pets?

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We went out into Manchester to ask people on the streets about how they treat their pets and what prospective new pet-owners need to think about before making a commitment.