Russia’s regions: the industry of war
Once neglected, Russia’s poorest regions are now experiencing an economic resurgence driven by wartime spending, recruitment incentives, and domestic reindustrialisation. The war in.
World Affairs
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World Affairs
Japan: new US priority
As Europe watches a less committed America, the Pacific is becoming Washington’s true theatre of priority. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed this.
Interview
Leadership
Tina Costello: A life of giving
Tina Costello OBE makes money by giving it away. “I’ve made a career out of giving away cash. Other people’s cash too! All.
Life Sciences
People
‘Hidden’ home for injured military
Fisher House is a “home away from home” for injured military personnel receiving treatment and their families. It is funded by the Queen.
Business News
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World Affairs
Trump tariffs: What now for WM auto sector?
The American tariffs, particularly those on automotive exports, will have a significant impact on the West Midlands, a major hub for car manufacturing. .
Business News
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World Affairs
Trump tariffs: ‘cool heads’ required
Donald Trump ‘s levies on imports to the US from countries all over the world, including the UK, has sent the markets and.
People
Politics
Viewpoint
98% of private rentals ‘unaffordable’
Homelessness charity Crisis and campaign group Health Equals have reported that less than 3% of private rental properties in England were affordable to.
Environment
News
Viewpoint
Time to bin the strikes
This past week Birmingham has been making the national news for all the wrong reasons. The bin strikes blighting the lives of residents,.
Business News
Environment
Electricity plans could add £3bn to bills
Plans to overhaul the electricity market for England, Wales and Scotland may result in an additional £3 billion on domestic household bills over.
Business News
Camp Hill line ‘reopening this year’
Passengers will be able to travel on Birmingham’s Camp Hill railway line by the end of this year, West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker.