Aug
2008
Articles from 26th Aug 2008
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Adlington flies the flag for sport
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Olympic swimming champion Rebecca Adlington has urged children from across the country to take up sport ahead of London 2012. Read
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Jersey probe: no charges for couple
Aug 26 2008 | National News
A couple arrested by Jersey police as part of the historic abuse inquiry will not face charges because of a lack of evidence, the island's Attorney General said. Read
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Thousands welcome home swim star
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Hundreds of people have turned out to welcome home double Olympic gold medallist Rebecca Adlington. Read
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Children to study slave trade
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Teaching schoolchildren about the slave trade will help stamp out modern day slavery, campaigners said. Read
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PM threat suspect 'white convert'
Aug 26 2008 | National News
A fourth man arrested over an alleged plot to kill the Prime Minister is a white Muslim convert, it has been claimed. Read
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Jet's loss of cabin pressure probed
Aug 26 2008 | National News
An investigation is under way to discover why a plane lost cabin pressure on a budget airline holiday flight. Read
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Scottish Lib Dems choose new leader
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Scottish Liberal Democrats have chosen chose MSP Tavish Scott as their new leader. Read
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Call to impose tax on energy firms
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Gordon Brown is facing growing demands to help hard-pressed families by imposing a windfall tax on energy firms. Read
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Miliband blasts Russia move
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Britain branded Russian recognition of Georgia's breakaway regions "unjustifiable and unacceptable" today as the diplomatic row intensified. Read
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Apology for author over book lies
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Author Sir Salman Rushdie attended the High Court in London to hear apologies from the writers and publishers of a book which they admitted contained falsehoods about his time under police protection. Read
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Police seize Taser gun at carnival
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Knives, a Taser gun, CS spray and a baseball bat were among the weapons seized by police at this year's Notting Hill Carnival. Read
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Man held over alleged PM plot
Aug 26 2008 | National News
A fourth man has been arrested over an alleged plot to kill the Prime Minister, police sources said. Read
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Five soldiers sacked over drugs
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Five soldiers whose duties include guarding the Queen have been dismissed from the Army after failing a drugs test, the Ministry of Defence said. Read
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Bank details sold on eBay for £35
Aug 26 2008 | National News
An investigation is under way into how a computer holding personal details of high street bank customers was sold on eBay for £35. Read
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Shot toddler remains critical
Aug 26 2008 | National News
An 18-month-old boy was critical in hospital after he was shot in the head with an airgun, police said. Read
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Arrest 'linked to PM threat probe'
Aug 26 2008 | National News
The arrest of a 25-year-old man for alleged terror offences is linked to the investigation into threats to kill the Prime Minister, police sources said. Read
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Virgin shows rise in annual profits
Aug 26 2008 | National News
A surge in business passengers helped Sir Richard Branson's airline Virgin Atlantic to increase profits in 2007/08, it has been announced. Read
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Violence mars end of carnival
Aug 26 2008 | National News
The end of the Notting Hill Carnival was marred when a street mob clashed with the police. Read
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Passengers in holiday flight scare
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Terrified passengers spoke of their terror as their holiday jet lost cabin pressure and had to make an unscheduled landing. Read
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Watchdog slams 'Titan' jail plans
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Government plans to build three huge "Titan" jails to tackle the overcrowding crisis were heavily criticised by a prison watchdog. Read
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Man held in terror probe
Aug 26 2008 | National News
A 25-year-old man was arrested for committing alleged terror offences. Read
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Ten injured in motorway pile-up
Aug 26 2008 | National News
At least 10 people have been injured in a major motorway pile-up, police said. Read
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Obama 'offers new hope' for US
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Democrat Barack Obama offers "new hope" for America and would make an "extraordinary president", his wife and party leaders said. Read
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Air scare on holiday flight
Aug 26 2008 | National News
A Ryanair flight filled with British holidaymakers bound for Spain has been forced to make an unscheduled landing following a loss of pressure in the cabin, the airline confirmed. Read
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Attack on police mars carnival
Aug 26 2008 | National News
More than a million people have flocked to London's Notting Hill Carnival over the holiday weekend to see a dazzling spectacle of costumes, dance and music. Read
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Home town welcome for swimmer Becky
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Thousands of people are to line the streets of Rebecca Adlington's home town as the double gold medal winner is recognised for her achievements at the Olympics with an open-top bus tour. Read
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Migrants 'should be retained'
Aug 26 2008 | National News
The Government has underestimated the economic benefits of migration to local communities, an influential think tank said. Read
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Estate agents call for HIPs review
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Estate agents have called on the Government to urgently review its controversial Home Information Packs (Hips) in a bid to help the troubled property market. Read
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CBI in economic slowdown warning
Aug 26 2008 | National News
Professional services firms are seeing their sharpest falls in business for a decade as the economic slowdown bites, the CBI business group has warned. Read
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Plea over biofuel subsidies
Aug 26 2008 | National News
The Government should stop funding subsidies for biofuels to tackle climate change and instead use the money to stop the destruction of rainforests and peatland, a think tank said. Read
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Kevin Doyle deal no sure thing, says Nicky Shorey
Aug 26 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
NICKY Shorey believes Villa could have a battle convincing Reading manager Steve Coppell to part with striker Kevin Doyle, even if they decide to follow through their interest in the Irish striker. Read
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Aston Villa are UEFA Cup contenders, says Martin O'Neill
Aug 26 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill believes his Villa side can be considered “contenders” for the UEFA Cup but no more than that. Read
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Martin O'Neill wants Aston Villa cup run
Aug 26 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
ASTON Villa manager Martin O’Neill has challenged his side to make sure they are still involved in all cup competitions by the turn of the year. Read
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Martin O'Neill backs Brad Friedel
Aug 26 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
BRAD Friedel has been handed the backing of Martin O’Neill who nevertheless admits his players have got to learn to talk. Read
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Don't lose domestic focus, Martin O'Neill tells Aston Villa
Aug 26 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
ASTON Villa's drive to compete on both European and domestic fronts has to be tempered by a fear of what happened to Newcastle two seasons ago, according to Martin O’Neill. Read
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Birmingham City aim for Southampton double
Aug 26 2008 | Birmingham City News
Alex McLeish sends his Blues side out at St Mary’s again tonight aiming to complete a quickfire double over Southampton (7.45pm). Read
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Stephen Kelly: Attack is the way forward for Birmingham City
Aug 26 2008 | Birmingham City News
STEPHEN Kelly has insisted that Blues were right to play to their strengths this season. Read
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Alex McLeish: Transfer talk tongue in cheek
Aug 26 2008 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish admitted that his comment about wanting four players was tongue-in-cheek - kind of. Read
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Borja Valero set to make West Bromwich Albion debut
Aug 26 2008 | West Brom News
BORJA Valero could make his West Bromwich Albion debut in tonight’s Carling Cup clash at Hartlepool. Read
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Robert Koren happy to be West Bromwich Albion utility man
Aug 26 2008 | West Brom News
ROBERT Koren has revealed that he is happy to be Tony Mowbray’s midfield utility man as long as it helps bring results and Premier League points. Read
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Rotherham 0 Wolves 0 (Rotherham won 4-3 on penalties aet)
Aug 26 2008 | Wolves Match Reports
ROTHERHAM defied their lowly league placing to shock Wolves in a dramatic penalty shoot-out and book a place in the third round of the Carling Cup. Read
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Birmingham League - Wolverhampton blitzed for 38 again
Aug 26 2008 | Club Cricket
THEY say lightning never strikes twice – but try telling that to Wolverhampton. Read
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Blue Square Premier - Harriers battle for a draw
Aug 26 2008 | Non-League
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers twice came from behind to clinch a 2-2 draw at Burton Albion in the Blue Square Premier. Read
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Southern Midland - Sutton pay for missed chances
Aug 26 2008 | Non-League
SUTTON Coldfield Town squandered a string of chances before losing 2-1 against Atherstone in the Southern Midland Division. Read
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Southern League - Stourbridge hit rock bottom
Aug 26 2008 | Non-League
SORRY Stourbridge slumped to bottom spot in the BGB Southern Premier Division following a heavy 4-1 defeat at Merthyr Tydfil. Read
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Hartlepool 3 West Bromwich Albion 1
Aug 26 2008 | West Brom Match Reports
WEST Bromwich Albion suffered a humbling defeat at the hands of Hartlepool United in the Carling Cup last night. Read
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Wolverhampton 48 Belle Vue 45
Aug 26 2008 | Birmingham Speedway
WOLVERHAMPTON moved off the bottom of the Elite League table with a sensational 48-45 win over Belle Vue at Monmore last night. Read
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Injury puts Kyle Legault out for the season
Aug 26 2008 | Birmingham Speedway
COURAGEOUS Canadian Kyle Legault won’t race again this season after suffering a broken jaw last week. Read
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Owen scores Magpies winner
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Michael Owen's extra-time strike gave Newcastle a deserved 3-2 win in their thrilling Carling Cup tie at Coventry. Read
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Gomez sends Swans flying through
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Swansea ended Hull's unbeaten start to the season by clinching a 2-1 extra-time victory in the Carling Cup second round at the Liberty Stadium. Read
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Baggies crash out
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Hartlepool substitutes David Foley and Richie Barker compounded West Brom's miserable start to the season by dumping the Barclays Premier League side out of the Carling Cup. Read
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Boro secure third-round spot
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Middlesbrough swept League One Yeovil aside 5-1 to power into the third round of the Carling Cup. Read
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Akinfenwa brace sends Cobblers through
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Two goals from Adebayo Akinfenwa gave Northampton a memorable 2-1 victory in their Carling Cup triumph over 10-man Bolton. Read
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Stoke edge five-goal cup clash
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Stoke put their recent dismal Carling Cup record behind them to reach the third round following second-half goals from Glenn Whelan, Richard Cresswell and Jon Parkin against Cheltenham. Read
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Camara nets brace for Wigan
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Henri Camara scored a brace to help Wigan secure a 4-0 win over Notts County in the second round of the Carling Cup. Read
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Pietersen: It was spectacular
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Kevin Pietersen's emphatic start to his reign as England captain reached a new peak on Tuesday with a 10-wicket thrashing of South Africa at Trent Bridge. Read
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Maguire makes progress
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Defending champion Stephen Maguire wasted little time in progressing to the last 16 stage of the Northern Ireland Trophy on Tuesday. Read
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Broad inspires England to easy win
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Stuart Broad inspired England to only their third 10-wicket victory in one-day international history at Trent Bridge. Read
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Leeds sign Eastwood
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Leeds have signed New Zealand international Greg Eastwood as a replacement for outgoing England forward Gareth Ellis. Read
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Broad stars for England
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Stuart Broad claimed career-best figures as England demolished South Africa's top order in the day-nighter at Trent Bridge. Read
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Riera given Liverpool deadline
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Espanyol winger Albert Riera has been told by his club he has 72 hours to finalise his move to Liverpool. Read
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Broad rips through top order
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
England seamer Stuart Broad took four early wickets to leave South Africa reeling in the second match of the NatWest Series. Read
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Proteas name Morkel in line-up
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
All-rounder Albie Morkel has made a shock return to South Africa's line-up for today's second match of the NatWest Series against England after shrugging off a shoulder injury. Read
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Wembley woe for Cayless
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
St Helens have ruled New Zealand prop Jason Cayless out of Saturday's Carnegie Challenge Cup final against Hull. Read
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Dennis 'ashamed to be English'
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
McLaren boss Ron Dennis has stated he is "ashamed to be English" after witnessing Valencia successfully stage the European Grand Prix. Read
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Hammers determined to keep Bellamy
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
West Ham chief executive Scott Duxbury insists the club have "absolutely no intention" of selling Craig Bellamy amid reported interest from Manchester City. Read
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Senderos undergoing Milan medical
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos is currently undergoing a medical at AC Milan, the Serie A club have confirmed. Read
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City and Toffees eye Wright-Phillips
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Manchester City and Everton are weighing up whether to bid for out-of-favour Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips. Read
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Everton land Jacobsen
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Everton have completed the signing of Denmark right-back Lars Jacobsen on a free transfer. Read
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Spurs could keep Berba in reserve
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Tottenham will insist on their valuation of Dimitar Berbatov being met before allowing the Bulgaria striker to leave White Hart Lane. Read
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Testing time for Ferdinand
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Sunderland were closing in on the signing of West Ham defender Anton Ferdinand on Tuesday as he arrived on Wearside. Read
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Cockayne signs new Hull KR deal
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Hull KR full-back Ben Cockayne has signed a new three-year contract that will keep him at Craven Park until the end of the 2011 season. Read
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Ronaldo raring to go
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo has spoken of his frustration at being on the sidelines as he continues his recovery from ankle surgery. Read
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Santa Cruz reveals debt to Rovers
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Roque Santa Cruz committed his future to Blackburn because he felt compelled to "pay back" the club for the faith they showed in him. Read
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Sheva thanks Abramovich
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Andriy Shevchenko left Chelsea on Monday night with a final expression of gratitude towards Roman Abramovich for the "help and encouragement" that got him through his nightmare spell in west London. Read
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Southgate reassures Mido
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Middlesbrough manager Gareth Southgate has assured striker Mido he remains part of his plans amid speculation over his future on Teesside. Read
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Redknapp expects two-way title race
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp insists the Barclays Premier League title race is already a two-horse affair once again - and believes that could apply to the Champions League as well. Read
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Jacobsen nears Toffees move
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Everton manager David Moyes should finalise the signing of Denmark international Lars Christian Jacobsen on Tuesday - the first new arrival of the summer at Goodison Park. Read
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Jankovic enjoys comfortable start
Aug 26 2008 | National Sport
Jelena Jankovic successfully began her quest for a first major championship while Svetlana Kuznetsova, Elena Dementieva and Lindsay Davenport also triumphed in the opening round of the US Open on Monday. Read
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Tough cup test awaits Wolves
Aug 26 2008 | Wolves FC News
TWO teams right up among the season’s flying starters will face each other when Wolves take on Rotherham in the Carling Cup tonight. Read
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New kits just the job for Perrywoods United
Aug 26 2008 | Other sport
THE girls of Perrywoods United are hoping to set their league alight next season as the latest winners of our kits competition sponsored by Prostar and Discount Football Kits of Erdington. Read
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Tennis Volleys, with Nick Pullen
Aug 26 2008 | Other sport
STREETLY’S Josh Sherrington pulled off a major shock by winning the Boys Under-16 title at Edgbaston Priory’s Junior Open Tournament. Read
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Back to school for grown-ups
Aug 26 2008 | Education
AS THE new school year looms nearer, thousands of parents around the country will be sharing their children’s concerns – about new subjects, the school bully and that old faithful, homework. Read
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Defend yourself the Israeli way
Aug 26 2008 | Education
WOMEN in Birmingham are being offered the chance to fight back with a new self defence course based on techniques used by the Israeli army. Read
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Supercalifragilistic day for caring kids
Aug 26 2008 | Education
SELFLESS youngsters who care for sick relatives were flying as high as kites when they were treated to a week of activities based on the musical Mary Poppins. Read
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Jenny's loss is her dog's gain
Aug 26 2008 | Keep Fit
WALKING her dogs is Jenny Brandon’s favourite exercise - but she was finding it tough going when she weighed two stone more than she does now. Read
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My holiday pics made me resolve to get slim
Aug 26 2008 | Keep Fit
IT was a fun holiday in Egypt but when Cheryl Robinson saw the photographs she was horrified to realise her own size. Read
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Grey invaders we can't resist
Aug 26 2008 | Karren Brady
IT SEEMS we’re utterly split on grey squirrels. You either love them or hate them. No in-betweens. No, as you might say, grey areas. Read
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‘No comment’ is no good for fans
Aug 26 2008 | Tom Ross Column
ONE of the biggest changes in football is the fact that many players are now unapproachable, uncontactable and apparently unwilling to speak to the media. Read
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Hospital stars are rewarded
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
DEEP in the bowels of Birmingham Children’s Hospital lie some of the unsung heroes that play a vital role in keeping sick tots alive. Read
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Nature lovers urged to visit Birmingham Nature Centre
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
NATURE lovers are being urged to see the best of Birmingham’s collection of exotic animals while summer lasts. Read
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Team to trek 82 miles along Jurassic coast
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
A TEAM from news wholesaler Smiths News have made the headlines by trekking 82 miles of the Jurassic Coastline to raise cash for Birmingham’s Acorns Children’s Hospice. Read
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Football match to be held in memory of Walsall FC youth player Anton Reid
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
FORMER friends and teammates of a footballer who collapsed and died while training are to play a match in his memory, a year on from his untimely death. Read
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Plea after photos go missing in post
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
THE hunt is on for a collection of treasured old photographs of workmates at a Birmingham factory which have gone missing in the post. Read
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£13m price tag for drink, drugs and sex problems
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
SPIRALLING teenage health problems from binge drinking to abortions are costing the NHS a staggering £13.2 million in the West Midlands a year. Read
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Calls for tighter gun controls after toddler shooting
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
CAMPAIGNERS today called for legislation to make airgun owners liable for their misuse after an 18-month-old boy was shot in the head with one of the weapons. Read
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Fire at Carpet Warehouse in Walsall
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
DOZENS of firerfighters were this afternoon tackling a huge blaze at a carpet firm in Walsall. Read
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Couple who beat dog in successful appeal
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
A WEST Bromwich couple who beat a dog to death before throwing it from a fifth-floor balcony have been freed from prison after winning an appeal over their sentence. Read
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50,000 visit Sandwell Community Show
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
THE Sandwell Community Show was hailed an outstanding success today after pulling in thousands of visitors. Read
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Retiring nurse enjoys a trip to No 10
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
AFTER more than four decades nursing the ill back to health, angel of the ward Rosemarie Seaton-Smith has hung up her uniform. Read
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Land Rover Discovery voted in women's motoring awards
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
LAND Rover added another accolade as the Discovery 3 was voted Family 4x4 in the women’s motoring website evecars.com Car of the Year Awards. Read
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Poundland to open in Sutton Coldfield
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
THE Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield is set to get its first Poundland store. Read
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Fight to keep Sedgley fire station
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
CAMPAIGNERS against controversial plans to close a Black Country fire station are expected to turn out in force at a public meeting. Read
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Oxfam drive in developing countries
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM mum is taking up knitting to help save the lives of pregnant women in poorer parts of the world. Read
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Test drive: Mailman puts new MG TF through its paces
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
THE MG TF is back - and back with a vengeance. Read
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Youngsters enjoy sports training camp in Selly Oak
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
THESE super active Birmingham youngsters did not spend the summer holidays stuck in front of a computer screen – they were out and about getting fit. Read
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£242k boost for children's charity Barnardo's
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM pub chain Mitchells and Butlers is celebrating after raising £242,000 for children’s charity Barnardo’s. Read
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Armed police out in force after Newtown shooting
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
ARMED police will be on the streets of Birmingham around the clock this week amid fears of simmering gang tensions heightened by a gun murder. Read
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Evacuation after chemicals found in Longbridge shed
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
FAMILIES were evacuated from their Birmingham homes after a huge stash of explosive chemicals was discovered inside a blazing shed. Read
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Birmingham boy critical after shot in head with airgun
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
A TODDLER was today fighting for life after being accidentally shot in the head by his five year-old sister while their dad answered his phone. Read
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Plea after stabbing in Wolverhampton
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
MURDER squad detectives were today expected to formally identify a man who died after being stabbed in Wolverhampton. Read
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Brum calls for train upgrade
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM Chamber of Commerce has joined forces with three other chambers to demand better rail services. Read
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Solar panels could be part of new university campus
Aug 26 2008 | Top Stories
HUGE solar panels could be erected as part of the Birmingham City University’s ambitious plans for a new city centre campus, according to the man behind the project. Read
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Adrian’s legacy lives on
Aug 26 2008 | Health
YOUNG journalist Adrian Sudbury, struck down by leukaemia, lost his battle for life last week. Read
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At 12 I was told I had diabetes and wouldn't reach a ripe age - now I'm 63 and fighting fit
Aug 26 2008 | Health
WHEN Susan Cottrell was 12 she was diagnosed with diabetes and told she would not survive into old age. Read
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Injuries get cold shoulder
Aug 26 2008 | Health
THOSE who work out or play regular sport know the theory behind icing an injury, but those who are really hard core go for kriotherapy. Read
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Thousands dumped the pump
Aug 26 2008 | Go Green news
THE National Express Dump the Pump campaign aimed to get car users trialling the bus service for free. Read
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Put wheels in motion
Aug 26 2008 | Go Green news
In the last of our Green Transport series, Environment Correspondent PATRICE JOHN abandons her car to find out what life is like for a bus user. Read
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Jonathan Trott let down as Warwickshire crumble
Aug 26 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE’S Pro40 promotion hopes took a second pounding in four days after a 21-run home defeat to Surrey. Read
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Tony Frost earns batting place with Bears
Aug 26 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
TONY Frost will play as a specialist batsman when Warwickshire face Derbyshire in the championship at Edgbaston, starting tomorrow. Read
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Sports withdrawal
Aug 26 2008 | Sports Talk
IT’S Bank Holiday Monday, the final one of the year. The kids might be at home, but there are beers in the fridge, wine in the cooler and the missus is at work. Read
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Stoke show new boys can cut in in the Premier League
Aug 26 2008 | Paul McGrath
THE Stoke result really shocked me. After a great win last week I thought Villa would have been able to have gone there and dragged out a result but Stoke did really well. Read
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Mick McCarthy is the man for Wolves
Aug 26 2008 | Paul McGrath
I PLAYED with Mick McCarthy for about 40 games for Ireland. He was a tough, tough character and a no-nonsense player. I am sure he is a similar manager. Read
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It's time to ditch David Beckham
Aug 26 2008 | Paul McGrath
PERHAPS it is time for England to take the tough decision of dropping David Beckham. Read
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Club Corner
Aug 26 2008 | Chipper club
THANK you for picking me, I am sure I will enjoy seeing Mary Poppins. Read
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Join the club and win Mary Poppins tickets
Aug 26 2008 | Chipper club
IT'S a Jolly Holiday at Birmingham Hippodrome this summer with the Disney and Cameron Mackintosh award-winning musical Mary Poppins - and if you join Chipper Club today you might be able to see it FREE! Read
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WIN an Asterix At The Olympics DVD
Aug 26 2008 | Chipper club
OUR sporting stars may be back from their golden success in Beijing, but dynamic duo Asterix and his big friend Obelix are only just setting off to the Olympic Games! Read
