4 results for "birmingham"
🦸 Community HeroesCancer Survivor Wins Appeal After Unfair Dismissal by Ofsted
A former school inspector fired five months after returning from cancer treatment has won her discrimination appeal, sending a powerful message about workplace protections. Rupi Phullar's victory could change how employers support cancer survivors returning to work.
🏆 Sports53-Year-Old Jet Ski Champion Breaks World Record After Grief
Birmingham's Christy Swaid became the oldest person to land a backward somersault on a jet ski at age 53, just four years after losing her parents and coach. The record-breaking flip took 10 painful attempts but helped her break free from anxiety and inspired a new mental health foundation.
🌍 Planet WinsBirmingham's Stunning Pink Sky Mystery Solved: Stadium Lights Create Magical Display
Residents of Birmingham were treated to an extraordinary natural light show when Storm Goretti transformed the night sky into a brilliant neon pink spectacle. The unexpected winter wonderland effect came from an incredible combination of snow, clouds, and the city's football stadium grow lights creating a dazzling display that lit up social media.
🧘 Health & WellnessBirmingham's Dr. Heather Skanes Opens Alabama's First Birth Center for Moms
Dr. Heather Skanes made history in 2022 by opening Alabama's first freestanding birth center in Birmingham, creating a warm alternative for expectant mothers seeking personalized care. Across America, dedicated midwives and doctors are working to expand maternal health options through community-centered birth centers that offer families homelike settings and culturally sensitive care.