I Quit India for the UK – And Discovered a Backward Country Friday, March 13, 2026 immigration culture britain india multicultural upbringing birmingham tradition identity adaptation Rani Rawji, 56, from Handsworth Wood, vividly remembers her first day in the UK after relocating from Mumbai, India, in August 1988. For her, the journey wasn’t just a physical move but a deep cultural shock. Raised in the … Read More
Birmingham Named One of Europe’s Fastest Growing Cities, Surpassing Prague, Oslo, and Rotterdam Wednesday, March 11, 2026 birmingham europe growth culture urbandevelopment hs2 reputation infrastructure diversity politics Birmingham has emerged as one of Europe’s fastest growing and most talked-about cities, outpacing well-established capitals like Prague, Oslo, and Rotterdam. Despite facing recent challenges and negative headlines, the city’s … Read More
Birmingham Monopoly Board to Feature Local Charity on Community Chest Square Saturday, March 7, 2026 birmingham monopoly charity community local game nomination culture winningmoves hasbro The upcoming Birmingham Edition of the Monopoly board game is set to shine a spotlight on a local charity with a dedicated Community Chest square. Following its announcement last month, the creators of Monopoly: Birmingham … Read More
'Ramadan is much more than fasting' - Birmingham councillor on the deeper meaning of the holy month Friday, February 27, 2026 ramadan fasting empathy community birmingham culture spirituality selfreflection values councillor Birmingham councillor Shabina Bano has opened up about what Ramadan truly means to her this year, emphasizing its spiritual and social dimensions beyond fasting. Representing the Small Heath ward, Cllr Bano spoke candidly … Read More
Tesco Joins Morrisons and Sainsbury's in Rebranding Gingerbread Biscuits as Gender Neutral Monday, February 23, 2026 tesco morrisons sainsburys gingerbread inclusion rebranding genderneutrality wokeculture consumerfeedback culture Tesco has joined Morrisons and Sainsbury’s in renaming their classic “Gingerbread Men” biscuits to the gender-neutral “Gingerbread People,” a move that has ignited sharp criticism from shoppers. Customers on social media … Read More
‘Ballsy’ Birmingham Needs to Own Its Brilliance, City Leader Urges Thursday, February 12, 2026 birmingham business investment citycentre development collaboration regeneration lifesciences culture leadership Birmingham’s business, civic, and cultural leaders are calling for a bold new attitude—a shift away from self-deprecation toward confidently celebrating the city’s vibrant future. At a high-profile gathering at Birmingham … Read More