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Bradford kicks off 2025 City of Culture year
Bradford was selected from a record-breaking 20 bids to be named the UK City of Culture. The city fought off competition from County Durham, Southampton and Wrexham County Borough to clinch the title in May 2022.
Thousands enjoy spectacular start to Bradford's City of Culture year
BRADFORD’S year as City of Culture got off to a spectacular start with an opening event that featured choirs, orchestras, rappers and magic
'You fall back in love with yourself': How UK City of Culture will transform Bradford in 2025
As Bradford’s huge celebration of arts and community engagement begins, Euronews Culture talked to creative director Shanaz Gulzar about what it means for the city. View on euronews
Dynamo works his magic as Bradford becomes City of Culture
Bradford is the fourth UK City of Culture, a title that is awarded every four years. The scheme is designed to boost the chosen city's visitor numbers, economies and reputations,
Crowds gather for magical event kickstarting Bradford’s year as City of Culture
Bradford’s tenure as the UK City of Culture in 2025 has started with a specular event, including magic from Steven Frayne, who told crowds how proud he was to come from the city. Thousands of people braved bitter temperatures in City Park to watch a show specially created for the start of the year-long festival of art and creativity and involving
'Exceedingly disappointing' Bradford Live is not open for City of Culture launch
The leader of the Conservatives on Bradford Council has said it is "exceedingly disappointing" that Bradford Live is not open in time for the start of City of Culture.
Bradford UK City of Culture 2025
Being the UK's new City of Culture is a chance for Bradford to challenge prejudices against the city. Business owners in Bradford say its City of Culture year can change perceptions.
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Convicted murderer’s execution scheduled for February in Bradford County
Barring a successful appeal, Ford’s execution is scheduled for Feb. 13 at Florida State Prison in Raiford. This would be the ...
Bradford abuse could 'dwarf' Rotherham, says MP
The scale of child sexual abuse and exploitation across the Bradford district is feared to "dwarf that of Rotherham", ...
Snowfall postpones Bradford fixtures across the district
BRADFORD Bulls' pre-season trip to Dewsbury Rams on Sunday has been postponed due to the wintery conditions as well as Albion Sports.
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Bradford County firefighters contain brush fire
Lynn Starling started hosting a Bingo night awhile ago and once the turnout grew, she knew she wanted to find a way to give ...
Bradford and Crewe fined following mass brawl
League Two sides Bradford City and Crewe Alexandra are both fined following a mass brawl at the Mornflake Stadium in December ...
In Bradford County, a stranger attacked a woman at her home under ruse he was lost, state police say
TOWANDA, Pa. — A stranger showed up at a Bradford County woman's home late last month and claimed he was lost. It was a ruse, ...