Birmingham City Council

Birmingham to ban pavement parking with new powers and AI spy car

Simpler Recycling faces widespread delays across English councils

La Galleria faces redevelopment as last restaurant in historic building

Fuel prices, delivery delays hamper African relief efforts

Rising fuel prices and delivery delays are hampering relief efforts in crisis-affected areas across Africa, according to humanitarian organizations. The combined challenges are straining humanitarian operations, though the specific regions and scale of impact remain unclear.

Sweden's irrigation needs may double by 2100 due to climate change

Sweden's agriculture faces dramatic increases in irrigation needs and water deficits by the end of the century, with irrigation requirements projected to rise by 58 to 116 percent compared to current levels, according to climate projections. The average annual irrigation need could reach 1,200 million cubic meters, more than half of Sweden's current water usage.

Classified Oslo Documents Found in Corruption Probe, Exposing Archival Failures

Norwegian authorities have discovered classified Oslo peace process documents during a corruption investigation involving former diplomats, revealing long-standing archival issues at the Foreign Ministry.

Sannaplan construction begins April 10, to close traffic and parking until 2026

Construction work at Sannaplan will start on April 10 and is scheduled for completion by summer 2026, with weekday operations from 07:00 to 16:00, according to official sources.

Historic London restaurant Simpson's in the Strand reopens after six years

Simpson's in the Strand, one of London's oldest and most legendary restaurants, has just reopened after six years under new ownership. Restaurateur Jeremy King has taken over the iconic establishment, marking a significant revival of a dining institution.

UK Air Passenger Duty rates to increase from April 2026

Air Passenger Duty (APD) rates are due to increase from April 2026, according to major media reports. The tax, paid by airline operators for passengers departing from UK airports, will see higher charges across various flight bands.

Stefan Persson remains Sweden's richest person with 223.6 billion kronor

Stefan Persson, the former CEO of H&M, continues to be Sweden's wealthiest individual, according to a list published by the newspaper Affärsvärlden. His position has been strengthened this year due to H&M's stock price increase.

Reports: Trump Encouraged Kurdish Attacks on Iran Amid Escalating War

Reports indicate US President Donald Trump encouraged Iranian Kurdish forces to attack Iran, but Kurdish sources deny this, highlighting contradictions as regional conflict expands. The White House has denied plans to arm Kurdish militias.