Birmingham

From a role in a new Thomas the Tank Engine series to singing lemurs, these tales were in the news this week.

Big Joanie's Stephanie Phillips sets out the history of black people and alternative music.

The Prime Minister says he has the "greatest respect" for Birmingham campaigners.

Rubin Blount died in hospital after suffering severe abuse in his step-brother's home.

Nev Trotter swam the English Channel to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society in memory of his mum.

The huge union jack was produced using tattered flags previously hung from lamp-posts.

Lisa Carroll, 47, who was diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer, urges women to check symptoms.