UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Jan 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Are Whales Paying the Price?

Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Birmingham's New Year's Eve: Fewer Shots, More Safety

Birmingham saw a big drop in gunfire during New Year's Eve celebrations in 2026. The city's gunfire detection system, Shot Spotter, picked up 4, 688 rounds in 597 incidents. That's a lot less than the 6, 270 rounds in 948 incidents from 2024 and way less than the 11, 728 rounds in 1, 531 incidents b

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Dec 14 2025BUSINESS

Birmingham's Bright Minds: How Local Visionaries Are Changing the Game

Birmingham's growth isn't just luck. It's the result of local innovators sticking around and making things happen. These entrepreneurs are more than just job creators; they're reshaping how people see the city. Bill Smith stands out among them. He's launched several successful startups, all based i

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Dec 12 2025SCIENCE

Ancient Underwater Secrets Revealed Off France's Coast

Off the coast of Brittany, France, a team of divers stumbled upon something extraordinary. They found a massive wall, hidden underwater for thousands of years. This wall is not just old; it's ancient, dating back to around 5, 800 to 5, 300 BC. That's right, we're talking about a time when people wer

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

What's Eating Our Students? A Look at University Food Choices

University students often have poor eating habits. This can lead to serious health problems. Many students eat too much junk food. They also don't get enough nutrients. This can cause hidden obesity. It can also lead to metabolic risks. Research shows that students' lifestyles affect their health.

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Nov 03 2025BUSINESS

The Changing Face of Office Supplies: What's Happening to Office Depot and OfficeMax?

Office Depot and OfficeMax, two big names in office supplies, are shutting down almost 100 more stores. This is not just a recent thing. It has been going on for a while. The company that owns them, ODP Corporation, has been struggling. This is because people are buying things online more often. The

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Oct 30 2025ENVIRONMENT

Unseen Chemicals: The Hidden Threat in Oil Platform Water Dumps

Offshore oil platforms release a lot of water back into the sea. This water can contain chemicals that don't break down easily. These persistent chemicals can harm the environment for a long time. Scientists needed a better way to find out what's in this water and how dangerous it is. They came up

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Oct 23 2025HEALTH

Young Adults, Risky Choices, and the Role of Faith and Family

University students often engage in risky behaviors. These can include using drugs, eating poorly, not exercising, and even violence. These actions can seriously harm their health. In Iran, not much research has been done on this topic. A recent study focused on students in Khuzestan Province. It lo

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Jul 19 2025HEALTH

Helping Students Before They Reach a Breaking Point

University students are facing a serious issue: suicide. This is especially true in countries that aren't as wealthy. Schools are a place where students can get help, but they also have their own set of problems. Many students struggle with stress, feeling alone, and not belonging. These feelings c

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Jul 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ozzy's Final Bow: A Night of Metal, Memories, and Madness

Birmingham was buzzing with purple fever long before Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath took the stage at Villa Park. The city, known as the birthplace of heavy metal, had been celebrating the band's legacy for weeks. Streets were adorned with murals, balloons, and fans dressed as their favorite metal

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