The sleeves-rolled up community spirit in Birmingham won’t make headlines. But it’s the backbone of this region, I’m proud of it and I wish the media would spend a little more time talking about it.

I’m backing the Birmingham Balti to be given UNESCO protected status. When you think of the Balti you think of Birmingham - and I think that’s something to be proud of, protected, and internationally recognised.

A fantastic Vaisakhi celebration in Smethwick today. The West Midlands is stronger because of the communities and cultures that make this region what it is. Proud to be Mayor for every part of our region.

I was delighted to celebrate the start of Chinese New Year with my old friend, James Wong. Following my recent trip to China, I was keen to ask him what #ChineseNewYear meant to him - as we start the Year of the Fire Horse.

Inspiring to meet England kabaddi players Harry and Sally, both from Wolverhampton, ahead of the 2025 World Cup. I'll be watching as this year's tournament is held outside Asia for the first time - right here in the West Midlands. C'mon England! Make the West Midlands proud.

For years, places like Washwood Heath were left behind. Now we’re bringing investment, skilled jobs and opportunity back into the heart of the West Midlands. More than 1,500 jobs. A historic industrial site brought back into use. And long-term growth for local communities.

Our region is leading the way in battery technology – a visit to Global Nano Network in Coventry proved that! 🔋 They’re creating high-performance batteries while cutting waste and costs. Backing these projects is key to growing our economy and creating high-quality green jobs.

I’m so proud to see #PeakyBlinders: The Immortal Man premiere in the #WestMidlands. It’s a homecoming in more than one way. It was filmed here, produced here, and written by a good friend to me and the region, Steven Knight. Wishing all those involved with the premiere all the best of luck.

Last week, I joined Skills Minister Jacqui Smith at Xcelerate with Edgbaston, a fantastic hub helping young people gain real experience in hospitality. We met Kundai, a Commis Chef, who trained through our Path 2 Apprenticeship programme. By investing in our youth, we're investing in our future.

I’m committed to helping the next generation into rewarding careers. At Freightliner I saw the enormous size and scale of the logistics sector and the vital role it plays in the West Midlands. Working with partners like Generation Logistics unlocks these kinds of jobs for young people.

#Rocket Florian Xhekaj bounces on loose puck and sets up Laurent Dauphin for shorthanded goal vs #Marlies Assists: Xhekaj #GoRocket #AHL #Hockey #GoHabsGo

@nytimes.com HI - new book exposes a future Sports League that makes politics FUN AGAIN! The United States Civic League: The Sports League of Real Democracy. RTweet, Repost, Review bit DOT ly/politicsgame -- #politics #sports #games

WINK WORLD @ AREA15. Las Vegas, Nevada. November 2025.

is on KABF.org right now playing Visions by Jay Worthy Method Man

Mapping the Siege of Kherson - dramatic visualization of 3000 casualties since 2023. googlemapsmania.blogspot.com/2025/09/mapp...

Screen writing script works great👍 This is why I wanted some of the extra stuff back in. This is way more interesting than just hitting a button in another room to open a door 😆 I moved the screen over to the prior room just to show it #pixelart #indiegames #indiedev

You don't want to miss this episode of Power Lines... youtu.be/V5REacb_bzU?...

We asked Cal Raleigh to rank his top home runs of 2025, and here were his favorites⬇️ No. 60 No. 57 No. 55 No. 49 No. 38 Did he miss any?

I first heard "Streets of Minneapolis" at a protest on Nicollet Avenue on the day the song came out, blaring from a car with its windows down (despite the frigid cold) to play it for all of us. It was equally chilling to hear Springsteen sing it at MSG last night. (1/2)

Good Morning besties! Happy Thursday! The NFL Schedule’s gonna be announced soon, which means I’m more than excited for football season to begin again soon! I hope y’all have a lovely day! Stay hydrated, ILYSM, and Garbage is still Garbage ❤️🩵🫶

🎄 In the quiet stretch between Christmas and the new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what the SciStarter community accomplished together in 2025. Dive into the full year-end newsletter for highlights, replays, and ways to get involved in 2026:🔗 conta.cc/48IFzS0

None of this should be happening right now. We need to force our elected officials to open the fucking boxes. This isn't about changing what's already happening, this is about securing the future. This is about letting them know that we know what happened. The collaborating evidence is in the boxes

⁉️WHY THE ACTUAL FUCK IS HE CAMPAIGNING⁉️

Speaker Johnson really wondered how we expect the millionaires in Congress to live off only $174k without a little stock trading. That's why I pledge to dedicate time in Congress to teaching the 98% of Congress that isn’t from the working class about how to make ends meet, no insider trading needed.

Mom – You are the one Like the sun You shine so bright, Fill our world with warmth and light. Everything revolves around you Without you, what would we do? (Party!) Today and always! Mom Moooom! You are the one! Full song: link in the comments #HappyMothersDay #MothersDay #humor #music #song

Begin your cyber security journey with this beginner-friendly training. Learn about different attacks and how cyber security protects IT systems. Start now. → https://coursebond.com/course/cyber-security-training-for-beginners-edureka/

Dutt on the beginnings of fascist movements

Infinity stones anyone? Also, I’m pretty sure I could lift that hammer. Probably not the real Mjolnir, but that version is made of plastic and I’m feeling lucky. 🔨 ⚡️

Montag, 22.März 2021 Nachdem die Kanzlerin aus einem "14tägigen Wellenbrecher" fünf Monate Lockdown gemacht hatte, lässt sie sieben Ministerpräsidenten nach der Ankündigung von "Fünfzehn Minuten Pause" stundenlang auf eine leere Bildschirmkonferenz starren.

Here is a sneak preview of a Jerry Lawler 1986 VHS commercial tape that was released. Yes, that is Jerry Lawler himself singing about all the people he's beaten. As seen on the January 4, 1986 episode of Memphis TV, available now at ProWrestlingLibrary .com!

In the latest article from our Sixth Edition, Anthony Finkelstein argues that the UK needs stronger tech foundations to reap the benefits of artificial intelligence. Read the full article here: heywoodquarterly.com/why-ai-expos... #CivilService #Government #AI #Tech

The use of AI in asylum decision-making is likely unlawful. These tools rewrite interviews, choosing what to include and exclude. Without knowing this, asylum applicants can't be sure accurate information is used to inform decisions. 📺️ ORG's @sarahalsherif.bsky.social explains the legal opinion.

Who can #GuessTheStation ? And how long did it take you? 🧐 Post how long it took you in the comments below. 👇 #Station #Quiz

⏰ Four weeks to go. Women in Innovation Awards 2025/26 offer up to £75,000 plus 12 months of business support for women founders of late stage UK SMEs in life sciences, digital or advanced manufacturing. Deadline: 4 February 2026 Find out more: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/news-and-eve...

Italy's Supreme Court has ruled that restaurant and hotel owners aren't legally required to serve tap water after a tourist filed a lawsuit against a hotel that refused to provide it. https://cnn.it/4va2HAX

If you’re dealing with hair thinning, your shampoo matters more than you think. Here are the key ingredients that can actually make a difference. (link in comments)

Software Stock Rally, European Economic Shifts, and Citadel’s Court Ruling #finance #economy #business #markets

We found some of the many Alabama Indivisibles who joined @ezralevin.bsky.social at the state capitol in Montgomery. We’re grateful for them and all of you who are taking part in this national day of action for voting rights. #AllRoadsLeadToTheSouth

It’s Paul Skenes or no one for @trevorplouffe

Does being born on US soil automatically make you an American? Today, SCOTUS hears a case that could dismantle over a century of precedent. From the historic Wong Kim Ark ruling to today, I break down what’s at stake.

It is amazing, considering how bad Donald Trump's acting skills were in his cameos, and unfortunately, watching 90s TV, every once in a while he's mentioned in a propping way🤯, which is why 👩‍🔬 needs to work harder on her time machine—👩‍🔬:I told you, it's a lack of funding!!!

This morning, two roundabouts opened in Old Town Goleta on both sides of Highway 217 on Hollister Ave. https://keyt.com/lifestyle/travel/2026/02/18/two-roundabouts-scheduled-to-open-on-hollister-ave-in-old-town-goleta/ 

Share your mood for the weekend! 🖤

So true! Feels like the devil’s magic! My kid uses Claude for programming. I pay for Perplexity because I’m mostly fact checking. Cool to see you using it for business!

China is facing pushback across Latin America but not in Brazil. Tulio Cariello joins Eric to explain what is driving this boom, and whether U.S. pressure can slow it down. Watch - tinyurl.com/mp3chp7s

Josef Pazderka 𝕏🔁 @novostidnua@twitter.com: 100 тисяч дітей стануть солдатами Кремля В окупованій Луганській області Росія вже не просто переписує історію. Вона переписує дитинство. Понад 100 тисяч дітей і підлітків залучёні до російських воєнізованих і пропагандистських організацій.

All Men Until It's No Men Pt2 #misfitformation #trending #allmen #fypシ #fyf

🌬️ January winds are harsh, but your routine can stay simple. Dynamiclear Rapid works with just one application, no reapplying required, for dependable cold sore relief. #ONEANDDONE Find us on Amazon, or at your local pharmacy! #DynamiclearRapid #ColdSoreRelief

To be fair, there’s only happy mistakes with Bob Ross-

Here's what's coming up tonight on WKOW!

Be the lighthouse. The world needs you.

In 2016, Donald Trump campaigned on restoring ethics in government. Since then, he has refused to divest from his business interests as his net worth has increased by billions of dollars. My latest supercut for @ms.now

'Dydy o jyst ddim yn ddigon' Mae mam i blentyn awtistig o’r gogledd yn galw am fwy o gymorth i deuluoedd sydd â phlant sydd ag anghenion. Bydd Y Byd ar Bedwar: Awtistiaeth fy mab ar S4C nos Lun

Well well well, #gamer fam Funny seeing you here! The heckin' weekend! Come join @brainglobule.bsky.social @meggeys @rainbowcatmom.bsky.social @cicizume.bsky.social and ya boy in #LethalCompany Time for SWITCH UP SATURDAYS! twitch.tv/awingedshield See you soon! #Eldenwood #VTuber #ENVTuber #neko

The Komodo Dragon War Monarch rode through the army. #AIStory #AIVideo #FantasyStory #DarkFantasy

At SITC @HOCcommitteesUK Enquiry into the Science and Regulation of Beauty Products and Treatments, I asked our panel whether there were differences in how cosmetic products and treatments were controlled between London and Newcastle - and if my constituents were losing out.

Roxanne's Good Guy Act Just Backfired #wwe #wrestling #shorts ⚡️ Witness an intense "wrestling" segment where a "wrestler" questions Roxanne's ambitions and trajectory within the "professional wrestling" landscape. This video captures compelling "smackdown highlights"

A BRAND NEW episode of #HIGNFYE with Anthony Atamanuik just dropped! Give it a listen. Don’t miss an episode! Follow us on Apple, Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. Even better watch the vodcast on Spotify or on the Have I Got News For You YouTube channel.

It's National CPR & AED week, so today's Monday with Marc highlights the importance of these life saving measures and how readiness and training is key. #mondayswithmarc #CPRandAEDWeek #edgertonhospital #edgertonwi

I may have to suck it up and sell a kidney for tix to this concert 😣😩😢😭😭