Traffic control devices are speed bumps that are placed in the road. The tool is used around the world by traffic management systems to reduce and slow speeding to meet regulatory requirements. Other vertical signs that reduce speed can be more effective if they are called “sleeping copsman”, another euphemism. The typical speed bump is made of asphalt, concrete, rubber,...Read More

Surfing, an ancient practice turned modern passion, is an art that involves a harmonious dance between the surfer, the wave, and the surfboard. While many aspects contribute to the perfect ride, one crucial yet often overlooked element is surfboard flex. The flexibility of a surfboard plays a pivotal role in the overall performance and experience...Read More

When most individuals think of taxes and numbers, they often associate them with complexity, formality and a lack of connection. However, the National Digital Delivery Service (NDDS) by HM Revenue and Customs strives to change this perception. The NDDS takes a progressive approach by integrating technology with interactions to create a more seamless and people-oriented...Read More

Both self-employed and employed workers must pay national insurance. The amount you earn and your employment status will affect how much National Insurance contributes to you. While not everyone must pay National Insurance, contributions will count towards your state pension or other benefits. You’ll be paying Class 1 National Insurance contributions if you work for...Read More

Karate offers many benefits to the mind and body, including stress relief and keeping you in good shape. Martial Arts Movies, Netflix Series and Youtube Videos have inspired many people. There is no better time than now to learn Karate, whether you are looking to improve your self-defense, stress relief, weight loss or coordination, or...Read More

Retirement planning involves many steps that change over time. You need to create the financial cushion necessary to fund a comfortable, secure, and enjoyable retirement. It’s the fun part that makes it worthwhile to pay attention to what is important, and perhaps even boring: how you will get there. Planning for retirement starts with determining...Read More

Deputy Browse: Bullring editor, Holly, knows her stuff when it comes to fashion so was over the moon when she got the chance to visit London Fashion Week and watch the Topshop Unique show. Find out what Holly thought of her LFW experience here plus see some of her LFW fashion diary pictures… This weekend...Read More

Rich the Graped Crusader is back for his third column. We’ve managed to drag him out of the Selfridges wine department, and this time he has been reviewing the wonderful wine range at Café Rouge. With Summer in full swing what better time is there to plonk yourself outside Café Rouge to sample not only their...Read More

The Graped Crusader is back with the latest installment of his blog and this month he attended an Italian wine master class where Dawn Davies, Head Sommelier at Selfridges, took him through some of the range of Italian wines on offer in the store. I’ve always liked Italian wines due to Italy being a regular...Read More

This weekend internationally renowned graffiti artist Aerosol Arabic|Mohammed Ali paid a visit to Bullring to create a piece of artwork as part of Bullring’s Art Project. Throughout Saturday and Sunday Mohammed worked on a unique piece of graffiti taking inspiration from the feelings and thoughts of Midlanders that were tweeted through a live Twitter feed...Read More