PARKER’S Hotel, at the junction of Terminus Terrace and Bridge Road in Southampton – now the lower end of Bernard Street – is the backdrop for this 1906 photograph.

IN 1945 my late father, Peter Samuel Winton, was 18 years old and a merchant seaman sailing from Southampton on the dangerous Atlantic Convoy Run.

THIS picture of a VE Day children’s party took place in Eastleigh, we do not know the exact date of the picture, but it was most likely on or around VE Day.

THIS photograph was taken by an Echo photographer on VE night and I was printed in the newspaper soon afterwards.

DWARFED by the huge size of one of Queen Mary’s three funnels, a team of workmen repaint the smokestack as part of the ship’s refit more than 70 years ago.

The new robot from Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corp. can't do much but chatter in a high-pitched voice.

A 30-year-old man has been arrested after an email was sent threatening to "sever the heads" of two Detroit-area judges.

Efforts to boost economic development and research in Flint are getting support from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

Hockey legend Gordie Howe's visitation service was held at JLA in Detroit. Thousands paid their respects.

Venue: Sir John Clancy Auditorium. Time: 8pm.

Venue: Iwaki Auditorium. Time: 2:30pm.

The Federal Government has announced a package of $17 million to support regional and Indigenous arts, and a sum of $10M to the charity Support Act to support people in the music industry. 

Today, the AMC is proud to announce the names of the artists who will deliver the Peggy Glanville-Hicks Address in 2020, as well as declaring open expressions of interest for 10 opportunities, also under the banner of the prestigious Address.

Australian Music Centre is commissioning 10 presentations in 2020 under the banner of the Peggy Glanville-Hicks Address. 10 x $1000 bursaries will be available to the Australian music community to create online works that are realised in 2020. Distribution will be in partnership with the ABC and Monash University, in order that your work reaches as broad an audience as possible, and further embeds Australian music in teaching and learning. Deadline for EOIs is at 5pm AEST on Friday 8 May 2020.

Even though our physical office is closed, we still have plenty of Australian Art Music available for purchase in our online shop!

To support independent artists and small to medium arts, screen and cultural organisations impacted by COVID-19, Create NSW is implementing a number of measures. This includes accommodation assistance, new support for creatives to engage with online platforms, and a suite of initiatives that provide employment and development opportunities, and audience engagement and skill-sharing for arts, screen and cultural organisations and individuals across the State. > More detail (Create NSW)

Victorian government has announced a $16.8 million survival package to provide immediate support to Victorian creative organisations and individuals to sustain employment, develop new works and provide opportunities for creative community participation.

The number of shootings in New Haven has reached a seven-year high. That’s according to a crime report from the New Haven Police Department.

Connecticut officials have announced a $50,000 reward for information to help solve the killing of an Air Force veteran. Governor Ned Lamont approved the maximum reward allowed by state law in the case of Dominic Marino. The 30-year-old veteran was found shot to death with his wrists and ankles bound with tape in his East Hartford home in 2018. Police say the suspect or suspects appeared to have forced their way into the home. Marino’s father said his son served in Guam, South Korea and Kuwait. The reward is for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the killer or killers.

A federal jury has found former Suffolk District Attorney Thomas Spota guilty on all charges in the latest corruption trial that has brought down some of Long Island’s most powerful public officials. Spota’s ex-aide, Christopher McPartland, was also found guilty.

A Florida man has been arrested for the harassment of the family of a Sandy Hook shooting victim. Police allege Wolfgang Halbig emailed hundreds of people the Social Security number of Leonard Pozner, whose 6-year-old son Noah died in the 2012 shooting. Halbig is a contributor to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones Infowars website. Halbig claims the shooting was a hoax. Halbig was charged with unlawful possession of personal identification and held on $5,000 bond.

Suffolk County will investigate how the Department of Social Services handled allegations of parental abuse in the case of an 8-year-old boy who died last week in his father’s custody.

A panel of appeals court judges has ordered Suffolk County Police to release the 911 call that led authorities to discover 11 bodies near Gilgo Beach a decade ago.

Richard Lutz reviews his past seven days.

Anniversary for Worcestershire networking group.

Richard Lutz hears the river flow

Sir Howard Elston, our sports editor, sits down with the beleaguered chief FIFA honcho as he faces a 90 day suspension over lurid totally false allegations that he is a cheating lying self-deluding thief.

Finance boost to threatened landmark.

Top vet gains international honours as he seeks world title.

Inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Duchess of Cornwall unveils stunning new Roald Dahl installation.

The University of Birmingham has signed a sports science based agreement with the Brazilian Government this month.

Young people are often portrayed in the media as being feral creatures up to no good. A Birmingham Press reader offers the alternative, and more common, view of children just enjoying themselves in the holidays.

A festival of art, commerce and love celebrating Stirchley, Birmingham

An alternative Valentine’s experience celebrating Stirchley

Terry Wills on the big talking point of Albion's weekend.

Terry Wills on old enemies from near and far.

Richard Lutz looks at the current furore over new station City TV and whether it will get on air...and, if and when it does, what it will deliver.

M3 announces record year as it looks to push the West Midlands’ creative talent.

Dr Howard Elston reports on clear-cut advice from Bojo's circus of fun.

Initiative follows upsurge in violent incidents.

Police watchdog to probe botched slavery investigation on Chinese restaurants.

Should private companies be undertaking police work? Dave Woodhall argues not.

Security roadshow heads to Snow Hill.

Region’s showcase of ambitions sees 50% increase in media profile.

Groundbreaking partnership with HS2 Ltd to design new infrastructure and connectivity.

Good Hope Hospital - in partnership with Healthcare at Home Ltd - is launching its first recovery at home (R@H) service this week

A Birmingham-based donkey riding charity is calling on the fun loving public to adopt a donkey this Valentine's Day to help raise vital funds

Czech warms up for Wimbledon with Edgbaston triumph.

Nature Valley Classic brings the best to Birmingham.