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2009
Articles from 13th Jul 2009
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Four shared £3.5m in payments since failure of MG Rover
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
THE Phoenix Four have shared a reported £3.5 million in dividends and share payments in the four years since the collapse of MG Rover, it has emerged. Read
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Think tanks warns of tax rises and spending cuts
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
THE next government will have to deliver a £100 billion programme of tax hikes and spending cuts to repair the ailing public finances, an economic think-tank warned today. Read
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Move to halt road plan at Birmingham hospital
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
A TRAFFIC campaigner who branded a £63 million road in south Birmingham a “total waste of money” has vowed to take his appeal to the Government. Read
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A BRAVE teenage Birmingham soldier sacrificed his own life to try to rescue an injured colleague, it emerged today.
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
Rifleman Joe Murphy, aged 18, from Castle Bromwich, was killed in an explosion while trying to carry a pal to safety. Read
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Local food is a recipe for success at Taste of Birmingham show
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
FOOD fans made this year’s Taste of Birmingham the most successful yet with 14,000 gastronomes flocking to Cannon Hill Park to sample the best food that the city can offer. Read
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Man charged in connection with £7m Birmingham University theft
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
A MIDLAND businessman has been charged in connection with the alleged theft of £7 million from Birmingham University. Read
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Race for Life in Sutton Park helps raise cash for Cancer research UK
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
THE green acres of Sutton Park were turned pink as thousands of runners turned out to Race for Life. Read
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A YOUNG Walsall soldier was killed as he tried to help wounded colleagues, his commanding officer said today.
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
Cpl Jonathan Horne, aged 28, died in a ‘secondary’ explosion while giving medical aid to his comrades, who had already been hit. Read
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Comrades' online tributes to teenage soldier Joseph Murphy
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
TRIBUTES posted on www.birminghammail.net Read
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Comrades' online tributes to teenage soldier Joseph Murphy
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham News
TRIBUTES posted on www.birminghammail.net Read
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14 children hurt in road collision
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Seventeen people, including 14 children, have been injured in a multi-vehicle collision, an ambulance service said. Read
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Probe after man found dead in skip
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A man's body has been found in a skip in a seaside town, police said. Read
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Six-year-old girl dies of swine flu
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A six-year-old girl has become the latest victim of swine flu, taking the number of UK deaths linked to the virus to 16. Read
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Homes 'need help to save energy'
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The most disadvantaged households must be helped as Britain shifts to a low-carbon strategy, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband has said. Read
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Death inquiry shown 'abuse' footage
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A video of a British soldier screaming abuse at hooded Iraqi detainees has been played to a public inquiry into the death of one of the prisoners. Read
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£1,000 loss per home for bailouts
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Every household in the country is sitting on paper losses of almost £1,000 so far on bailouts for Royal Bank of Scotland and Lloyds Banking Group. Read
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UK swine flu death toll rises to 16
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A patient from London has died after contracting swine flu, taking the number of swine flu-related deaths in the UK to 16, it has been announced. Read
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£500m for professional politicians
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Public funds totalling £500 million a year are being spent on an army of at least 29,000 professional politicians in the UK, according to new figures. Read
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Life for caretaker who killed lover
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A school caretaker has been jailed for life for killing his lover after lacing her omelette with sleeping pills. Read
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Miliband: Wind farms to aid economy
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The expansion of wind energy along with other renewable sources brings with it the prospect of huge opportunities for jobs and economic growth in Britain, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Miliband has said. Read
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Custody death 'may boost extremism'
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Events such as the death of Iraqi receptionist Baha Mousa in British military custody can act as a "rallying cry" for extremists, the public inquiry into the incident has heard. Read
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Crane topples over, injuring driver
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A crane driver has been seriously injured as the vehicle "toppled over" as it loaded a ship. Read
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£10.9bn paper losses in banks stake
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The body set up to manage the Government's stake in Lloyds Banking Group and Royal Bank of Scotland has said that it was sitting on paper losses of £10.9 billion. Read
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Afghan strategy 'to make UK safer'
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The UK's strategy in Afghanistan is "very clear" and designed to "make us safer here", Foreign Secretary David Miliband has said. Read
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'Cyberknife' hope of cancer patient
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A Briton has become one of the first in the UK to undergo an advanced form of radiotherapy for inoperable cancer. Read
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'More balanced' energy policy urged
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Business leaders have attacked the Government's energy policy as "disjointed", targeted too much at wind power and under-investing in nuclear and clean coal. Read
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Friends Provident rejects takeover
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Investment company Resolution said that insurer Friends Provident has brushed off its takeover advances. Read
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Dog walker murder: Man facing court
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A man is due to appear in court charged with the murder of a teaching assistant who was fatally stabbed while out walking her dog. Read
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School places cash announcement due
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Extra funding to help provide new primary school places in parts of England struggling with shortages is expected to be announced by the Government this week. Read
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Schoolboy drowns at water complex
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A British schoolboy has drowned at a water park in Thailand after being sucked into a swimming pool's pumping system. Read
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Drivers put less tax into Treasury
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Cash-strapped drivers are generating less tax for the Treasury despite a rise in fuel duty, AA figures have revealed. Read
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Iraqi's custody death probe begins
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A major public inquiry into the death of an Iraqi civilian in British military custody is due to begin. Read
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Poll shows support for Afghanistan
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Public backing for the Afghanistan campaign has held firm despite the recent spate of soldier deaths, a poll has suggested. Read
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Commons quiz over Taliban strategy
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The Government looks set to be forced to defend its strategy in Afghanistan in the face of mounting public concern about the way the campaign is being conducted. Read
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Dog walker murder: Man in court
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A man is due to appear in court charged with the murder of a teaching assistant who was fatally stabbed while out walking her dog. Read
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Action urged to tackle fuel poverty
Jul 13 2009 | National News
More households will be pushed into fuel poverty without "radical action" by the Government, a new report has warned. Read
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PM's adviser has swine flu symptoms
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The swine flu virus which is sweeping the country has finally reached Downing Street. Read
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Concerns grow for missing Iranians
Jul 13 2009 | National News
An international human rights group has said an Iranian family only learned of the death of their 19-year-old son weeks after he was shot during a demonstration against the country's disputed presidential election. Read
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Whitehall runs up huge taxi bill
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Whitehall mandarins spent more than £8 million on taxis and private car services last year, new figures released have revealed. Read
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Think-tank issues warning over cuts
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The next government will have to deliver a drastic £100 billion programme of tax hikes and spending cuts to repair the ailing public finances, an economic think-tank has warned. Read
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Storms halt shuttle launch again
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Thunderstorms have delayed the fourth attempt to launch the space shuttle Endeavour, Nasa said. Read
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More storms threaten Shuttle launch
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Nasa is facing the prospect of more stormy weather as it tries for the fifth time to launch the shuttle Endeavour to the international space station. Read
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Police hurt in Orange march clashes
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Five police officers have been injured during violence linked to Northern Ireland's marching season. Read
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Officer hurt in Orange parade clash
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A police officer has been injured in north Belfast as trouble flared on a day of Orange parades across Northern Ireland. Read
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Bank bailouts cost £950 a household
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Every household in the country is sitting on paper losses of almost £1,000 so far on bailouts for Royal Bank of Scotland and Lloyds Banking Group. Read
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Hiccupping singer has brain tumour
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A singer who has suffered from a constant bout of the hiccups for more than two years has been diagnosed with a brain tumour. Read
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Boyfriend 'was accused' in 999 call
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A young model dialled 999 as she lay dying to say: "He's stabbed me to death ... my boyfriend, please help me," a court has been told. Read
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Boyfriend 'was accused in 999 call'
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A young model dialled 999 as she lay dying to say: "He's stabbed me to death ... my boyfriend, please help me," a court has been told. Read
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Soldier filmed screaming at inmates
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A video of a British soldier screaming abuse at hooded Iraqi detainees has been played to a public inquiry into the death of one of the prisoners. Read
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Afghan resources sufficient - Brown
Jul 13 2009 | National News
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has insisted that British forces have the resources needed to "do the job" in Afghanistan. Read
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Poison omelette murderer given life
Jul 13 2009 | National News
A school caretaker has been given a life jail term for life for killing his lover after lacing her omelette with sleeping pills. Read
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Husband pays tribute to stab victim
Jul 13 2009 | National News
The husband of murdered teaching assistant Sally Garwood has described her as a "kind, amazingly happy person who even smiled in her sleep". Read
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Martin O'Neill ready to move for £12 million Stewart Downing
Jul 13 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
VILLA are expected to step up their interest in Middlesbrough’s Stewart Downing this week with reports that a £12 million deal is close. Read
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Tributes paid to Aston Villa fan killed in Afghanistan
Jul 13 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
Tributes have been paid to three Midland soldiers who died in one of the bloodiest days encountered by British troops in Afghanistan. Read
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Revamped superstore opened by legend Malcolm Page
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham City News
ST ANDREW’S legend Malcolm Page was guest of honour when the new-look Blues Superstore opened its doors to the public for the first time. Read
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Revamped superstore opened by legend Malcolm Page
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham City News
ST ANDREW’S legend Malcolm Page was guest of honour when the new-look Blues Superstore opened its doors to the public for the first time. Read
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Cameron Jerome ends speculation by signing new Blues deal
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham City News
CAMERON Jerome has agreed a new contract with Blues that ends doubt over his immediate future. Read
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Albion’s penalty woe in 1-0 defeat at Histon
Jul 13 2009 | West Brom News
IT was an afternoon to forget for Albion’s strikers at Histon. Read
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Mourinho inspires Baggies' fitness regime
Jul 13 2009 | West Brom News
FITNESS fanatic Ade Mafe says he will use the lessons learned under the ‘Special One’ to turn Albion into a lean footballing machine. Read
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West Brom ready to fight to keep Greening as Robinson goes
Jul 13 2009 | West Brom News
ALBION are bracing themselves for a battle to keep hold of Jonathan Greening - as Bolton complete the loan-to-permanent £2million signing of Paul Robinson. Read
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Knowle and Dorridge in cricket victory over Leamington
Jul 13 2009 | Club Cricket
KNOWLE and Dorridge dished out a nine-wicket beating to Leamington Spa, which sent the Station Road side back to the top of the Premier Division. Read
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Young reserve rider Richard Sweetman is Brummie hero again
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham Speedway
RESERVE sensation Richard Sweetman surpassed even his own recent efforts as the Brummies went level on points at the top of the Premier League last night. Read
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Saints suffer fresh blow
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Double-chasing St Helens have suffered another major injury blow with the loss of England prop forward Maurie Fa'asavalu with a broken arm. Read
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Van Persie: Unity is key for Gunners
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Robin van Persie maintains togetherness will be the key to Arsenal's success next season, but is not about to "throw himself off a bridge" should the Gunners latest quest for glory come up short. Read
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I'm fit for United - Owen
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Michael Owen is desperate to shrug off the injury-prone tag that Manchester United's new recruit feels he has unfairly been given. Read
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Flintoff doubtful for second Ashes Test
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
All-rounder Andrew Flintoff has emerged as a doubt for this week's second Ashes Test at Lord's after experiencing discomfort in the same knee which was operated on earlier this year. Read
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Bourdais set for Toro Rosso exit
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Toro Rosso are due to confirm on Tuesday that Sebastien Bourdais has left the team, with Jaime Alguersuari poised to become the youngest driver in Formula One history. Read
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Westwood drawn with Woods
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Lee Westwood will go head to head with Tiger Woods in the first two rounds of The Open at Turnberry on Thursday and Friday - just as he did on the final day of the US Open last year. Read
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Ballack confident over Chelsea's title chances
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Michael Ballack claims Chelsea are "confident" of winning back the Barclays Premier League title - and feels not bringing in a mass of new faces can only help them hit the ground running. Read
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New Quins deal for Ward
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Former Leeds forward Danny Ward has become the seventh Harlequins player to sign a new contract. Read
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Amsterdam mayor wants Sunderland ban
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Amsterdam mayor Job Cohen wants to ban Sunderland from the Amsterdam Tournament later this month because he fears clashes between Black Cats fans and Newcastle supporters. Read
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Agar questions Hull's 'priorities'
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Hull coach Richard Agar questioned the commitment of his players after they slumped to a 40-18 defeat at Castleford. Read
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Morgan boosted by Rovers recovery
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Hull KR head coach Justin Morgan was understandably the happier coach of the two after seeing his side see off Bradford Bulls by a comfortable 32-12 margin despite being behind early in the game. Read
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City hope to secure Tevez
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Manchester City are hopeful of clinching the signature of Carlos Tevez before they head off for a three-match tour of South Africa on Wednesday. Read
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Kaymer caution over hat-trick bid
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
There is no doubt who is Europe's man of the moment going into The Open on Thursday - 24-year-old Martin Kaymer. Read
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Ponting unhappy with England time wasting
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Australia captain Ricky Ponting blasted England's gamesmanship after they left Cardiff with a nailbiting draw. Read
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Webber joins title race
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Mark Webber believes he is now firmly in the hunt for the Formula One title after finally breaking his victory duck. Read
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Strauss turns focus to Lord's
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Andrew Strauss will turn his attentions to Lord's later this week as a relieved man intent on improving England's performance for their next confrontation in the Ashes series. Read
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Henson dismisses retirement talk
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Gavin Henson has insisted he has "no intention" of quitting rugby. Read
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Magpies grounded by FA
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Newcastle have been advised by the Football Association that they cannot travel to the Dutch city of Utrecht for a pre-season friendly at the end of the month. Read
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Tevez joins City
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Manchester City have announced they have reached an agreement to sign Argentinian striker Carlos Tevez. Read
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New deal for Delap
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Stoke midfielder Rory Delap has signed a one-year contract extension to remain at the Barclays Premier League club until 2011. Read
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Da Silva signs for Black Cats
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has landed his second summer signing when he clinched a deal for Paraguay skipper Paulo da Silva. Read
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Zola welcomes arrival of 'the wizard'
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Gianfranco Zola is convinced on-loan Chile forward Luis Jimenez can give West Ham something extra in attack next season, but could yet move for old team-mate Eidur Gudjohnsen. Read
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Ferguson vows to spend wisely
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson insists he will not be "stupid" with the £80million windfall he received for the sale of Cristiano Ronaldo. Read
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Ponting draws on positives
Jul 13 2009 | National Sport
Australia captain Ricky Ponting hopes the drawn opening match of the npower Ashes in Cardiff can galvanise his team. Read
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Injured Iwelumo still hopeful of Scotland return
Jul 13 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES boss Mick McCarthy admits he has been impressed with newcomer Nenad Milijas and how well the Serbian international has slotted straight into the side despite just one training session with his team-mates before his debut on Friday. Read
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Serbian Milijas impresses on Wolves debut
Jul 13 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES boss Mick McCarthy admits he has been impressed with newcomer Nenad Milijas and how well the Serbian international has slotted straight into the side despite just one training session with his team-mates before his debut on Friday. Read
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Injured Iwelumo still hopeful of Scotland return
Jul 13 2009 | Wolves FC News
CHRIS Iwelumo has refused to rule out playing a part in the climax to Scotland’s World Cup qualifying campaign – but backed his team-mates to deliver success with or without him. Read
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We Love...You'll Love
Jul 13 2009 | We Love...You'll Love
This week's We Love...You'll Love. Read
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Birmingham woman and son admit bogus marriages scam
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A mother and son from Birmingham have admitted arranging a string of "sham" marriages. Read
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Birmingham Mail Family Race Day held at Stratford Racecourse
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
IT wasn’t a case of people losing the shirt off their back during the hugely successful Birmingham Mail Family Race Day at Stratford Racecourse. Read
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Local food is a recipe for success at Taste of Birmingham show
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
FOOD fans made this year’s Taste of Birmingham the most successful yet with 14,000 gastronomes flocking to Cannon Hill Park to sample the best food that the city can offer. Read
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Think tanks warns of tax rises and spending cuts
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE next government will have to deliver a £100 billion programme of tax hikes and spending cuts to repair the ailing public finances, an economic think-tank warned today. Read
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Four shared £3.5m in payments since failure of MG Rover
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE Phoenix Four have shared a reported £3.5 million in dividends and share payments in the four years since the collapse of MG Rover, it has emerged. Read
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A BRAVE teenage Birmingham soldier sacrificed his own life to try to rescue an injured colleague, it emerged today.
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Rifleman Joe Murphy, aged 18, from Castle Bromwich, was killed in an explosion while trying to carry a pal to safety. Read
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Ex-LDV worker's fury over £150 fee to change air ticket
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
AN LDV worker who had to cancel a holiday after he lost his job is being charged £150 by the airline – more than he paid for the ticket. Read
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Birmingham man to go on trial for model girlfriend's murder
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A CITY man was today going on trial accused of murdering his model and actress girlfriend. Read
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Son still has hope for missing Oldbury woman
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE son of a missing elderly woman has said he still has “hope” after an extensive search failed to find any trace of her. Read
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Man suffers burns at paint-balling centre near Stafford
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A MAN was airlifted to hospital after suffering severe burns and cuts to his groin and leg during an incident while paint-balling in Staffordshire. Read
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Ex-Baggies star John Hartson in cancer fight
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
EX-WEST Bromwich Albion striker John Hartson is reported to be battling testicular cancer. Read
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Search for a Bard of the Bar
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
The search for the Pub Poet is being launched to coincide with a “golden ale” festival being held in The Swallows Nest, on Bromsgrove Road, Romsley, Halesowen, and eight other Vintage Inns in the region, throughout July and August. Read
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Wednesfield man who raped mum jailed
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A MAN who raped a young mother he met through an internet site has been jailed for 21 months. Read
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City College Birmingham in decision on report fight
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A CITY college will decide today whether to continue its fight against the Government inspectors after failing in a High Court bid to stop a highly critical report being published. Read
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Local food is a recipe for success at Taste of Birmingham show
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
FOOD fans made this year’s Taste of Birmingham the most successful yet with 14,000 gastronomes flocking to Cannon Hill Park to sample the best food that the city can offer. Read
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Midlands mourns two soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A BRAVE teenage Birmingham soldier sacrificed his own life to try to rescue an injured colleague, it emerged today. Read
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Birmingham man to go on trial for model girlfriend's murder
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A CITY man was today going on trial accused of murdering his model and actress girlfriend. Read
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Police re-open case of Quinton baby who died in 2005
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
COPS have re-investigated the death of a baby girl whose father was jailed for child cruelty after another of his children died. Read
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Young offender dies at troubled Lichfield jail
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A YOUNG offender has died at a Midland jail where officers had previously claimed staffing levels were “dangerously low”. Read
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Perverted former Perry Barr foster parent at large despite admitting to child sex crimes
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A former foster parent who sexually abused a young girl on at least seven occasions remains at large despite owning up the the crimes. Read
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Birmingham Mail Family Race Day held at Stratford Racecourse
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
IT wasn’t a case of people losing the shirt off their back during the hugely successful Birmingham Mail Family Race Day at Stratford Racecourse. Read
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Man charged over £7million theft from Birmingham University
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A TOP Midland businessman has been charged in connection with the alleged theft of £7 million from Birmingham University. Read
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Four shared £3.5m in payments since failure of MG Rover
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE Phoenix Four have shared a reported £3.5 million in dividends and share payments in the four years since the collapse of MG Rover, it has emerged. Read
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Think tanks warns of tax rises and spending cuts
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE next government will have to deliver a £100 billion programme of tax hikes and spending cuts to repair the ailing public finances, an economic think-tank warned today. Read
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Race for Life in Sutton Park helps raise cash for Cancer research UK
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE green acres of Sutton Park were turned pink as thousands of runners turned out to Race for Life. Read
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Man charged in connection with £7m Birmingham University theft
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND businessman has been charged in connection with the alleged theft of £7 million from Birmingham University. Read
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Police plea after motorcyclist dies in Oldbury crash
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
ROADSIDE tributes have been left at the scene of a road accident which claimed the life of a motorcyclist. Read
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Campaigners to deliver petition over swimming baths plan
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Campaigners desperate to see a historic swimming baths reopened will today take their fight to the council house when they deliver a 3,000 name petition to city leisure chiefs. Read
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Birmingham's Floozie in the Jacuzzi fountain has leak
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
One of Birmingham’s most famous sculptures has sprung a leak. Read
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Birmingham leaders in row over high speed rail link
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Birmingham’s political and business leaders are locked in a furious behind-the-scenes row over plans to bring high- speed rail services to the city. Read
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Tribute: Jonathan Horne from Walsall
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Here is the Ministry of Defence tribute to Cpl Jonathan Horne, from Walsall, who was named today as having died in Afghanistan. If you wish to leave a tribute, you can do so in the comment box at the bottom Read
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Tribute: Joseph Murphy from Castle Bromwich
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Here is the full Ministry of Defence tribute to Rifleman Murphy, killed in Afghanistan and named by the Ministry of Defence today. You can add your own tribute, if you wish, in the comment box beneath this article Read
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Two West Midlands soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Tributes have been paid to three Midland soldiers who died in one of the bloodiest days encountered by British troops in Afghanistan. Read
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Birmingham City University students work on American law case
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
Joe Sullivan, who is mentally and physically disabled, has spent the last 20 years behind bars after being convicted of rape in the state of Florida when he was 13. Read
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Police bid to find third victim of Sutton Coldfield attackers
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
DETECTIVES in Sutton Coldfield are appealing for a possible third victim to come forward following a serious assault which left one man critically injured. Read
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Gold rush at Birmingham jeweller
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE worst recession for decades has triggered an amazing “gold rush” for Birmingham jeweller David Johnson - with £30,000 worth of takings pouring in every day. Read
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New honours for Sutton Coldfield gold medallist
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
GOLD medal cyclist Paul Manning is to add to his sporting achievements – without getting into the saddle. Read
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Move to halt road plan at Birmingham hospital
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A TRAFFIC campaigner who branded a £63 million road in south Birmingham a “total waste of money” has vowed to take his appeal to the Government. Read
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Waste firm 'continuing without planning permission' sparks outrage
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
A WASTE disposal company has been slammed by city councillors for continuing to break rocks and rubble without planning permission. Read
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Son still has hope for missing Oldbury woman
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
THE son of a missing elderly woman has said he still has “hope” after an extensive search failed to find any trace of her. Read
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Site back on track
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM City Council’s new website will be up and running within a few weeks despite development difficulties, including not recognising pound signs. Read
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Ex-LDV worker's fury over £150 fee to change air ticket
Jul 13 2009 | Top Stories
AN LDV worker who had to cancel a holiday after he lost his job is being charged £150 by the airline – more than he paid for the ticket. Read
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Deposed Marlon Devonish still aiming for 200m World Championship place \n
Jul 13 2009 | Athletics
DEPOSED sprint king Marlon Devonish insists he is still merits a place at the World Championships despite failing at yesterday’s trials. Read
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Phillips Idowu defends triple jump crown at Alexander Stadium
Jul 13 2009 | Athletics
BIRMINGHAM jumper Phillips Idowu enjoyed “an easy day at the office” at the Aviva World Trials and UK Championships yesterday. Read
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Handcream
Jul 13 2009 | Tried and Tested
This week's tried and tested hand creams. Read
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You are invited to buy
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham Shopping News
IF YOU’RE stuck for something to wear to your latest family wedding then head to Merry Hill for a great selection of party dresses. Read
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T-shirt tycoons!
Jul 13 2009 | Birmingham Shopping News
BIRMINGHAM businessman Lee Blake is hoping his ASBO to Entrepreneur project will help off-the-rail youngsters back on to the right track. Read
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Budget v Blow It
Jul 13 2009 | Budget v Blow It
This week's budget v blow it sun cream. Read
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Warwickshire CC shirts appeal to aid charity
Jul 13 2009 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE’S Pro40 opener against Middlesex tomorrow will have a special resonance for Bears’ director of cricket Ashley Giles. Read
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Aldridge church in £1 million transformation plan
Jul 13 2009 | News
A WALSALL church has unveiled £1 million plans to transform “crumbling” 60-year-old rooms. Read
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Website of the Week: www.opinium.co.uk
Jul 13 2009 | Recession Buster news
EARN cash for your opinions on a variety of subjects by logging onto this site. All you have to do is fill in a few forms and you’ll pocket 50p per survey. Read
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Handy Hints
Jul 13 2009 | Recession Buster news
FRESHEN OLD LEMONS Old lemons that seem a bit hard and dry can be given a new lease of life by soaking them in a pan of constantly hot water for about two hours. They’ll be juicy enough to use in summer lemonade or even for making cleaning products! Read
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Most Wanted
Jul 13 2009 | Recession Buster news
Ralph Lauren Paint your Polo kit £65 from Selfridges, Birmingham. Read
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Shed heaven
Jul 13 2009 | Home
MANY of us long for a romantic retreat, a tranquil sanctuary or just somewhere to work uninterrupted. Yet we become resigned to the fact that it’s just a hopeless dream, especially in these cash-strapped times. Read
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Tips and trends for Autumn brides
Jul 13 2009 | Wedding News
Wedding website provider WeddingPath has released it wedding tips and trends for Autumn and revealed what this season's brides will be planning for their big day. Read
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Arsenal face battle to keep defender
Jul 13 2009 | Premier League
Mikael Silvestre is a target for French champions Bordeaux. Read
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Tottenham get just the boost they need ahead of new season
Jul 13 2009 | Premier League
Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe admits he is desperate to start the new season and show the club his best is yet to come. Read
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Liverpool star launches attack on "untrustworthy" Mourinho
Jul 13 2009 | Premier League
England defender Glen Johnson has claimed he knew his career at former club Chelsea was over because of the breakdown of trust with then coach Jose Mourinho. Read
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Manchester City's deal with Carlos Tevez due in next 48 hours
Jul 13 2009 | Premier League
Manchester City are hopeful of clinching the signature of Carlos Tevez before they head off for a three-match tour of South Africa on Wednesday. Read
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Liverpool boost in battle to keep midfielder at Anfield
Jul 13 2009 | Premier League
Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini is adamant the Spanish giants will cope if they cannot bring in Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso. Read
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Aston Villa ready to swoop for Tottenham star
Jul 13 2009 | Premier League
VILLA boss Martin O’Neill is weighing up a bid for Tottenham’s Darren Bent after Sunderland cooled their interest in the former England striker. Read
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Quiet man who’s a Lib-Dem national treasure
Jul 13 2009 | Mike Olley
IT IS probably fair to say that as far as local politics go the Lib Dems don’t have many national treasures. Read
