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2009
Articles from 17th Sep 2009
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Call on us... Mail saves the day
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham News
A HONEYMOON couple were all smiles today after the Birmingham Mail came to their aid when mobile phone thieves left them with a £12,000 bill. Read
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Grey's Anatomy actress adopts baby
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Actress Katherine Heigl and her husband, Josh Kelley, have completed their adoption of a baby girl from Korea. Read
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More cases of E.coli linked to farm
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Five more people have contracted E.coli in the outbreak linked to a children's farm. Read
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Germans cheer Brit troops on parade
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Hundreds of Germans have clapped and cheered British troops at a "homecoming" parade as the soldiers marched through their garrison town. Read
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Record number of hooligans arrested
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Police arrested the highest ever number of suspected football hooligans on Britain's railway network last year. Read
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Killer's naming gives mum 'closure'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
The mother of a woman who was murdered 30 years ago has spoken of her relief that her daughter's real killer had now been named. Read
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Manure is dumped on Clarkson's lawn
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Climate campaigners have dumped horse manure on TV presenter Jeremy Clarkson's front lawn in protest against his views on global warming. Read
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Errors in breast cancer screenings
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Fourteen women have been told they have breast cancer after a consultant conducted faulty mammograms, hospital bosses have said. Read
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Obama scraps missile defence scheme
Sep 17 2009 | National News
US President Barack Obama has scrapped a Bush-era plan for an Eastern European missile defence defence shield which has been a major problem in relations with Russia. Read
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Murdered Stacey endured sex assault
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Forensic tests have confirmed that schoolgirl Stacey Lawrence was sexually assaulted before being strangled by her mother's boyfriend, who then hanged himself. Read
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Bulgaria Lotto double 'was a fluke'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Investigators have found no wrongdoing at Bulgaria's national lottery after the same winning numbers were picked in two consecutive draws. Read
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Police contact Price in rape probe
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Detectives have spoken to model Katie Price over claims that she was raped by an unnamed celebrity. Read
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No-ID police given 'slap on wrist'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Scotland Yard chiefs have been told it is extraordinary that officers caught policing protests without identification badges escape with a "slap on the wrist". Read
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Police escape with 'slap on wrist'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Scotland Yard chiefs have been told it is extraordinary that officers caught policing protests without identification badges escape with a "slap on the wrist". Read
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Killed Stacey suffered sex assault
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Forensic tests have confirmed that schoolgirl Stacey Lawrence was sexually assaulted before being strangled by her mother's boyfriend who then hanged himself. Read
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MPs owe £140,000 for food and wine
Sep 17 2009 | National News
MPs owe the House of Commons almost £140,000 in unpaid food and drink bills, it has been revealed. Read
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Germans cheer Brit parade troops
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Hundreds of Germans clapped and cheered British troops at a "homecoming" parade as the soldiers marched through their garrison town. Read
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US missile move 'a positive step'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
President Barack Obama has decided to scrap plans for a US missile defence shield in the Czech Republic and Poland that had deeply angered Russia, the Czech prime minister has confirmed. Read
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Mother's relief as killer named
Sep 17 2009 | National News
The mother of a woman who was murdered 30 years ago spoke of her "relief" that her daughter's real killer has now been named. Read
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US 'to shelve missile shield plan'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
The US appears to be preparing to shelve a controversial "missile shield" plan which was to be based in eastern Europe. Read
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Terror mastermind killed in raid
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Noordin Muhammed Top, a regional terrorism mastermind who eluded capture for nine years, has been killed during a raid in central Indonesia, police said. Read
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US 'to shelve Czech missile plan'
Sep 17 2009 | National News
The US appears to be preparing to shelve a controversial "missile shield" plan which was to be based in eastern Europe. Read
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Susan Boyle wows 25million with Wild Horses cover [video]
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Susan Boyle last night wowed 25 million viewers on her US TV debut. Read
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Elizabeth Taylor sleeps with photo of ex-husband by bedside claims neice
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Hollywood veteran Elizabeth Taylor still sleeps with a photograph of ex-husband Richard Burton by her bedside, his niece said today. Read
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Retail sales growth halts over the summer
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Retail sales growth ground to a halt between July and August as a mini-revival on the high street fizzled out, official figures showed today. Read
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Effort to end power station unrest
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Leaders of thousands of engineering construction workers are to decide whether to recommend a deal aimed at ending the threat of strikes in the industry. Read
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Queen Mother's regrets on Charles
Sep 17 2009 | National News
The Prince of Wales's decision to speak publicly about his failed marriage was something the Queen Mother regretted, her official biography has revealed. Read
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Second farm closed over E.coli
Sep 17 2009 | National News
A second petting farm has closed following an E.coli outbreak that left 14 children ill in hospital. Read
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Karzai defends election integrity
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Afghanistan's president has said last month's election had integrity, but that some government officials "were partial toward me." Read
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Bid to end power station unrest
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Leaders of thousands of engineering construction workers are to decide whether to recommend a deal aimed at ending the threat of strikes in the industry. Read
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Exhumed 'killer' named by police
Sep 17 2009 | National News
A man whose body was exhumed last month has been named by police as the likely killer of gas board clerk Teresa De Simone 30 years ago. Read
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60s folk singer Mary Travers dies
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Mary Travers, who as one-third of the popular 1960s folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary helped popularise such tunes as Puff (The Magic Dragon) and If I Had a Hammer, has died from leukaemia aged 72. Read
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Big-hearted giant's search for wife
Sep 17 2009 | National News
For many lonely hearts, finding love is a tall order - particularly if you measure 8ft 1in. Read
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UK firms betting on China and India
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Almost two-thirds of UK companies expect to earn more than 20% of their revenues from emerging markets like China and India within the next five years, a survey has revealed. Read
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Bid to unify EU on economic crisis
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Gordon Brown is due to join fellow EU leaders for a summit over dinner in Brussels to shore-up solidarity about the next steps in tackling the economic crisis. Read
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Post strike ballot papers sent out
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Ballot papers are being sent to 120,000 postmen and women as the threat of a national postal strike comes a step closer. Read
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State of roads tops UK's pet hates
Sep 17 2009 | National News
British people are increasingly dissatisfied with public services, with the state of the nation's roads topping the list of frustrations, a survey has revealed. Read
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BBC's Thompson to answer criticism
Sep 17 2009 | National News
BBC director general Mark Thompson is being given a chance to defend the Corporation against a barrage of recent criticism. Read
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GP catchment areas will be scrapped
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Patients will soon be able to register with the doctor of their choice regardless of where they live, the Health Secretary is due to announce. Read
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Big-hearted giant seeks a wife
Sep 17 2009 | National News
For many lonely hearts, finding love is a tall order - particularly if you measure 8ft 1in. Read
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New Zealand car crash kills Britons
Sep 17 2009 | National News
A three-year-old girl and two women from the UK have died in a car crash in New Zealand. Read
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'Tightest squeeze' for UK since 70s
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Leaked Treasury figures imply that the UK is about to embark upon the tightest squeeze on public spending since the IMF-imposed cuts of the late 1970s, a leading economic think tank has said. Read
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Afghan death soldiers to be named
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Two British soldiers who were fatally wounded in separate explosions in southern Afghanistan are due to be named by the Ministry of Defence. Read
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GP 'catchment areas' to be scrapped
Sep 17 2009 | National News
Patients will soon be able to register with the doctor of their choice regardless of where they live, the Health Secretary is due to announce. Read
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'Illegal worker' sacked by minister
Sep 17 2009 | National News
The Attorney General has sacked a member of her staff after allegations that she was in the UK illegally, it was announced. Read
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Our freedom to enjoy life like Floyd
Sep 17 2009 | The Stirrer
KEITH Floyd’s premature death at the age of 65 will doubtless be taken as further evidence of the dangers of a boozy lifestyle. Read
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Aston Villa: Gabby’s new ‘pecs’ cause a stir
Sep 17 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
STILIYAN Petrov claims team-mate Gabby Agbonlahor’s new “pecs appeal” may be striking fear into the heart of Premier League opponents but his obsession with his new body-beautiful is incurring the wrath of his Villa team-mates. Read
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Wilfred Bouma ready to fight for left-back spot at Villa
Sep 17 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
WILFRED Bouma insists he is ready for his three-way battle with fellow left-backs Stephen Warnock and Nicky Shorey for Villa’s No.3 role. Read
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Aston Villa: Martin O'Neill backs Carlos Cuellar to become a star
Sep 17 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill has backed defender Carlos Cuellar to become a real star player for Villa this season after he played the game of his life against Blues. Read
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Ridgewell and Murphy are back in training for Birmingham City
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham City News
BLUES have been given a welcome boost by the return to training of Liam Ridgewell and David Murphy. Read
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Alex McLeish: Hull trip is crucial to Birmingham Citys' chances
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish has admitted that Saturday’s match at Hull City is a crucial fixture. Read
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Sullivan: I have flogged myself to death for Birmingham City
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham City News
David Sullivan today declared that Blues fans would probably only appreciate the current board after they had long since departed. Read
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Albion Reserves win tough game against Blades\n
Sep 17 2009 | West Brom News
JOSH Knight struck twice and Dean Kiely pulled off a fine penalty save as Albion beat Sheffield United last night in their Totesport Central clash. Read
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West Brom Reserves win tough game against Blades
Sep 17 2009 | West Brom News
JOSH Knight struck twice and Dean Kiely pulled off a fine penalty save as Albion beat Sheffield United last night in their Totesport Central clash. Read
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Jonas Olsson says West Brom's trip to Middlesbrough is real test
Sep 17 2009 | West Brom News
JONAS Olsson feels Albion’s trip to Middlesbrough will be a real test of their promotion credentials. Read
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West Brom: Chris Wood set to emulate Bednar
Sep 17 2009 | West Brom News
CHRIS Wood believes Roman Bednar will become a key mentor in his continued development as an Albion player. Read
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Albion Reserves win tough game against Blades\n
Sep 17 2009 | West Brom Match Reports
JOSH Knight struck twice and Dean Kiely pulled off a fine penalty save as Albion beat Sheffield United last night in their Totesport Central clash. Read
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Embattled Birmingham Brummies slip to home defeat against Edinburgh
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham Speedway
GRAHAM Drury refused to criticise his Birmingham side after seeing them slip to a rare home defeat last night. Read
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Embattled Birmingham Brummies slip to home defeat against Edinburgh
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham Speedway
GRAHAM Drury refused to criticise his Birmingham side after seeing them slip to a rare home defeat last night. Read
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Embattled Birmingham Brummies slip to home defeat against Edinburgh
Sep 17 2009 | Birmingham Speedway
GRAHAM Drury refused to criticise his Birmingham side after seeing them slip to a rare home defeat last night. Read
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Zapresic claim Chelsea deal over keeper
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Inter Zapresic claim they have come to an agreement with Chelsea which will see young goalkeeper Matej Delac move to Stamford Bridge in 2011. Read
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England slump as Paine shines
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
England were left one match away from suffering a NatWest series whitewash after they crashed to a 111-run defeat in the sixth one-day international against Australia at Trent Bridge. Read
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Everton claim easy win
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Everton shrugged off their poor domestic form to make a winning start in the Europa League as they beat AEK Athens 4-0. Read
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Pinpoint Ponting punishes poor England
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
A poor umpiring decision and superb fielding from Australia captain Ricky Ponting left England's hopes a first NatWest Series win in tatters at Trent Bridge. Read
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Celtic beaten in Israel
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Celtic surrendered a comfortable interval lead to lose 2-1 to Hapoel Tel Aviv and end up pointless in their Europa League Group C opener in the Bloomfield stadium. Read
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Fulham earn draw in Sofia
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Diomansy Kamara pounced to secure Fulham a creditable 1-1 draw in their Europa League clash with CSKA Sofia at the Vasil Levski National Stadium. Read
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Neill joins Everton
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Everton have signed former West Ham defender Lucas Neill on a one-year deal. Read
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WMSC set to change rules
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
The World Motor Sport Council appear set to review their policy in relation to punishing team members following the latest scandal to blight Formula One. Read
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More Paine for England
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Rookie opener Tim Paine led the Australia charge with a maiden international century as the tourists looked to wrap up a sixth consecutive NatWest Series win over England at Trent Bridge. Read
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Century stand puts tourists on top
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
England seamer James Anderson claimed two early breakthroughs but an unbeaten century stand from Tim Paine and Michael Hussey reasserted Australia's dominance in the NatWest series. Read
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Three match ban for Adebayor
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor will miss this weekend's Manchester derby after the Football Association confirmed a three-match ban for the striker for stamping on Robin van Persie. Read
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Anderson strikes for England
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
James Anderson led England's efforts to avoid a sixth straight one-day defeat at the hands of Australia, taking the wickets of Shane Watson and Ricky Ponting on his return to the side at Trent Bridge. Read
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Ratchford lands surprise England spot
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Salford half-back Stefan Ratchford was the surprise inclusion when England coach Tony Smith announced the first batch of players for his Four Nations train-on squad. Read
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Broad out of remaining one-dayers
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
England seamer Stuart Broad has been ruled out of the remaining two one-day internationals against Australia due to a knee injury. Read
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Loan deal for Folan
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Striker Caleb Folan has joined Middlesbrough on a three-month loan from Hull with a view to a permanent move. Read
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Khizanishvili on Magpies loan
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Newcastle have signed Georgia international defender Zurab Khizanishvili on a three-month loan deal. Read
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Gourlay to replace Kenyon
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Chelsea have named Ron Gourlay as their new chief executive. Read
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Hill concerned for F1
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Damon Hill believes Formula One has "a lot of soul searching to do" in order to clean up its act. Read
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Franco completes Hammers switch
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
West Ham have completed the signing of Mexico international striker Guillermo Franco. Read
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Lloyd looking for Davis Cup hero
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
John Lloyd is looking for a hero when Great Britain face Poland in a Davis Cup relegation play-off, which starts on Friday. Read
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Renault scandal worries Stewart
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Sir Jackie Stewart has again expressed his fears for the future of Formula One following the latest scandal to damage the sport. Read
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Caldwell demands contract talks
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Gary Caldwell has warned Celtic he is ready to walk away from the club next summer if they fail to meet his demands over a new contract. Read
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Everton medical for Neill
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Lucas Neill was having a medical at Everton on Thursday morning with a view to moving to the Goodison Park club on a free transfer. Read
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Bungee snag stopped Flintoff signing deal
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Andrew Flintoff's decision to go freelance was partially taken to allow him to take part in extreme sporting activities such as bungee-jumping, as part of possible television commitments in the future. Read
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Adebayor protests but admits charge
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Emmanuel Adebayor maintains he did not intend to act in a violent manner, even though he will be handed a three-match ban on Thursday morning for his tackle on Robin van Persie. Read
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Attention turns to Kenyon's next move
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Focus will now be on where Peter Kenyon goes next after it was announced on Wednesday he will leave his post of chief executive at Chelsea. Read
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Benitez unconcerned by narrow win
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Rafael Benitez brushed aside criticism of Liverpool's downbeat 1-0 Champions League victory over Hungarian champions Debrecen by insisting he was happy because it was a win. Read
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Smith hails Bougherra
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Rangers manager Walter Smith hailed Madjid Bougherra's strike as the defender transformed himself from villain to hero to claim a point in Stuttgart from their Champions League opener. Read
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Capello ready for long haul
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Fabio Capello will remain as England manager for the rest of his career - and has no interest in coaching his native Italy. Read
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Wenger welcomes Eduardo heroics
Sep 17 2009 | National Sport
Arsene Wenger felt it was inevitable Eduardo would have a say in Wednesday night's Champions League clash against Standard Liege, with the Croatia striker netting the winner as Arsenal recovered from going two goals down inside five minutes. Read
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Wolves: Milijas has to tough it out - McCarthy
Sep 17 2009 | Wolves FC News
NENAD Milijas has been backed to come through a tough baptism at Wolves with Mick McCarthy holding reassuring talks with the gifted playmaker. Read
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Mick McCarthy not satisfied by Wolves' start
Sep 17 2009 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy admits a return of four points from their opening five games is below where he would like to be. Read
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Wolves: Mick McCarthy sympathises with Fulham boss
Sep 17 2009 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy has sympathised with Roy Hodgson’s decision to leave nine players out of his team in Europe tonight. Read
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Wolves fans face being kicked out of Molineux
Sep 17 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES fans who continue to stand during matches have been warned they face being kicked out of Molineux. Read
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West Brom star Joe Mattock due in court today
Sep 17 2009 | Black Country News
NEW West Bromwich Albion star Joe Mattock was due in court today charged with assaulting two men and two women during a night out. Read
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Burgled during wife’s funeral
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
CALLOUS burglars ransacked the home of a Birmingham man as he attended the funeral of his wife. Read
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Weststar denies walking away from talks on buying LDV
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
MALAYSIAN group Weststar is still in the frame for Birmingham van-maker LDV – and a takeover deal could be sealed within a week. Read
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‘Race row’ dispute intensifies at Smethwick food group 2 Sisters
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
FURTHER protests were held at Black Country food group 2 Sisters as 55 suspended employees face disciplinary action over their involvement in wildcat strikes. Read
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Birmingham News headlines: September 17th PM news wrap
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
The latest Birmingham News from the Birmingham Mail Read
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Stacey Lawrence lorry murder: West Bromwich school girl had been sexually assaulted
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
Forensic tests confirmed today that schoolgirl Stacey Lawrence was sexually assaulted before being strangled by her mother's boyfriend who then hanged himself. Read
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West Brom defender Joe Mattock appears in court on assault charges
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
WEST BROM defender Joe Mattack has appeared in court charged with assaulting two men and two women in a Leicester nightclub. Read
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Birmingham Brummies Speedway team given one-year reprieve to keep racing at Perry Barr
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
SPEEDWAY has been given a one year reprieve after councillors deferred a plan to ban the sport from Perry Barr. Read
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Weststar denies walking away from talks on buying LDV
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
MALAYSIAN group Weststar is still in the frame for Birmingham van-maker LDV – and a takeover deal could be sealed within a week. Read
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‘Race row’ dispute intensifies at Smethwick food group 2 Sisters
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
FURTHER protests were held at Black Country food group 2 Sisters as 55 suspended employees face disciplinary action over their involvement in wildcat strikes. Read
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Mobile phone firms waive honeymooners’ £12,000 bill
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A HONEYMOON couple who faced a £12,600 telephone bill after their mobile phones were stolen and used by thieves have been told they won’t have to pay after all. Read
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Birmingham is well fancied by bookies to become City of Culture 2013
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM is second favourite behind Manchester to win the title City of Culture 2013, according to a leading bookmaker. Read
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FORMER Aston Villa chairman Doug Ellis put city rivalries aside today to pay tribute to Karren Brady after she announced the end of her 17-year stint at Blues.
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
Ellis said she had been a tremendous ambassador for the club under the ownership of David Sullivan and the Gold brothers. Read
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Carson Yeung sends out letter to Blues shareholders
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
Yeung sends letter to shareholders Read
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My decision to quit Blues was not easy, says Brady
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
My decision to quit was Read
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Body of dog used for fighting found dumped by canal in Witton
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
By Edward Chadwick Read
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Driver cut free from overturned car in Harborne
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
woman motorist had to be cut free after her car rolled over on to its side during a separate accident in Birmingham. Read
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Burgled during wife’s funeral
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
CALLOUS burglars ransacked the home of a Great Barr man as he attended the funeral of his wife. Read
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Five arrested in sham marriage raids in West Midlands
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A JAMAICAN woman suspected of being involved in a sham marriage with a convicted murderer was one of five to be arrested in a series of raids as part of a crackdown on bogus weddings. Read
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City centre traffic chaos as woman cut free from police car
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A WOMAN had to be cut free from a police car following a crash in Birmingham city centre which caused huge disruption to traffic. Read
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Man dies after being hit by train in Smethwick
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A MAN died after being hit by a train in Smethwick. Read
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Birmingham is well fancied by bookies to become City of Culture 2013
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM is second favourite behind Manchester to win the title City of Culture 2013, according to a leading bookmaker. Read
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Mobile phone firms waive honeymooners’ £12,000 bill
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A HONEYMOON couple who faced a £12,600 telephone bill after their mobile phones were stolen and used by thieves have been told they won’t have to pay after all. Read
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Great Barr man robbed during wife's funeral
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
CALLOUS burglars ransacked the home of a Birmingham man as he attended the funeral of his wife. Read
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Staffordshire craft lager banned from beer festival for brewing the wrong way
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A POPULAR Midland craft brewery has been banned from its local beer festival this weekend – because it serves its beer in the wrong way. Read
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Drug factory found in high rise Birmingham city centre tower block
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A CANNABIS factory was discovered on the 14th floor of a Birmingham high rise tower after neighbours claimed of a burning smell. Read
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Family plead: Tell us who killed 'caring' peacemaker killed in brawl
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
THESE are the horrific fatal injuries suffered by a “quiet, family man” who paid the ultimate price for acting as a peacemaker during a fight. Read
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‘Race row’ dispute intensifies at Smethwick food group 2 Sisters
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
FURTHER protests were held at Black Country food group 2 Sisters as 55 suspended employees face disciplinary action over their involvement in wildcat strikes. Read
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Weststar denies walking away from talks on buying LDV
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
MALAYSIAN group Weststar is still in the frame for Birmingham van-maker LDV – and a takeover deal could be sealed within a week. Read
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TV chef Rick Stein meets fans on visit to Birmingham
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
By Jane Tyler Read
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Extra food boost injured troops recovery
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
OVER-FEEDING injured soldiers with double portions of fry-ups and extra snacks is proving the secret weapon in treating military patients injured in Afghanistan, a top city dietitian has revealed. Read
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Private firms have been shortlisted for a contract to take over Birmingham Council’s meals on wheels service
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
SIX private firms have been shortlisted for a contract to take over Birmingham City Council’s meals-on-wheels service. Read
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Public parade to honour Kings Heath soldier Mark Quinsey gunned down by Real IRA
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
THE family of a Birmingham soldier murdered by the Real IRA is to be invited to Northern Ireland for a public parade in his honour. Read
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Aston Villa icon Doug Ellis pays tribute to Birmingham City's Karren Brady
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
Ellis said she had been a tremendous ambassador for the club under the ownership of David Sullivan and the Gold brothers. Read
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David Sullivan exclusive: I have mixed feelings about leaving Birmingham City
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
David Sullivan today admitted that he would be leaving Blues with mixed feelings. Read
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Birmingham City: Your views on board's statement
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
In an official statement today the board of Birmingham City have announced their decision to stand down. Here's the statement in full, leave us your messages below. Read
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Birmingham "second favourite" to be City of Culture in 2013
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
Birmingham is in second place behind Manchester in the bookies’ favourites to win the title City of Culture 2013. Read
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Birmingham sham marriage arrests: Link to murderer revealed
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A Jamaican woman suspected of being involved in a sham marriage with a convicted murderer was one of five to be arrested in a series of raids yesterday as part of a crack down on bogus weddings. Read
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Birmingham nature haven remains nameless
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
Patients, visitors and locals are now being urged to let their creativity bloom and pick a name for the special new garden at City Hospital, in Winson Green. Read
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Airport noise 'at lowest level', say BIA bosses
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
NOISE levels generated by planes flying into Birmingham Airport have fallen to their lowest level since records began, say its bosses. Read
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Local groups receive Lottery funding
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
BUDDING Walsall filmmakers, ethnic minority groups in Handsworth Wood and Black Country boat enthusiasts have all benefitted from the latest round of the Big Lottery’s Fund’s Awards for All programme. Read
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Underpaid nurses at Birmingham hospital win 15-month fight for cash
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A GROUP of 26 underpaid nurses have won the right to thousands of pounds’ worth of back-pay following a 15-month grievance battle against Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Read
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Tamworth school to pilot new 20mph speed limit
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A TAMWORTH primary school is to take part in a trial aimed at cutting the speed of passing drivers. Read
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Solihull streets to get residents' parking permits
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
SOLIHULL Council is to pilot a residents’ parking permit scheme in the Hillfield area. Read
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Remains of a venerated saint are to visit Birmingham on a tour the UK
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
TWO Birmingham churches are preparing for an unprecedented flock of visitors to the city when the remains of a venerated saint comes to the UK for the first time. Read
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Free £15k dream wedding competition for a local soldier
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
BUSINESSES are rallying round to provide a soldier and their partner with a free wedding worth £15,000. Read
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Drum great Carl Palmer brings the sound of music to Hamilton Special School
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
DRUM legend Carl Palmer brought his expertise with the ‘sticks’ to Birmingham to teach the joy of music to children at a city special school. Read
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West Midlands Police chief satisfied with 100 days in charge
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
WEST Midlands Chief Constable Chris Sims has marked his first 100 days in office with an increase in the levels of public satisfaction in policing. Read
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Northfield girl hoping US treatment will help her to walk
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A LONG wait is almost over for a Birmingham girl seeking vital treatment that could help her walk again. Read
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Choirs combine for Lichfield Cathedral concert to aid St Giles Hospice
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
THREE talented choirs will be heard singing in support of a Midland hospice within the beautiful setting of Lichfield Cathedral on October 3. Read
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Home builders in West Midlands to receive £1m in loans from the taxpayer
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
TAXPAYERS are to lend more than £1 million to developers to kick-start West Midlands housing schemes which had been scrapped or delayed because of the recession. Read
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Mum wins court case against car clamping that left her stranded in Brum
Sep 17 2009 | Top Stories
A MUM-of-two left stranded overnight when clampers towed away her car has taken them to court and won. Read
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Investing
Sep 17 2009 | Colin Whittock Cartoons
"Please help! Running out of time for my investments to recover." Read
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Life comes before a good story
Sep 17 2009 | Maureen Messent
SORRY to point the finger at my own trade, but no soldier’s life should be lost defending journalists on war’s front line. Read
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How can Caster live in peace?
Sep 17 2009 | Maureen Messent
WHAT peace will there be for black South African athlete Caster Semenya now the world knows she was born a hermaphrodite? Read
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Scandal that won’t go away
Sep 17 2009 | Maureen Messent
WELL, what is the truth about the Phoenix Four? Read
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Give shooting gallery a chance in drug war
Sep 17 2009 | Maureen Messent
THE predictability is depressing. All across Britain, hour after hour, solicitors are on their feet in courts to beg compassion for shoplifters, burglars, muggers and car thieves. Read
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College launches logistics courses
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
South Birmingham College has set up a logistics, transport and warehousing training academy as part of its ongoing commitment to improving vocational training in the city. Read
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Joy at forensic placements
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
Two forensic science graduates from Birmingham Metropolitan College have secured year-long work placements at some of the UK’s renowned forensic science providers. Read
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College tailor-makes training programme for global giant IAC
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
Solihull College is providing top training for a global automotive giant. Read
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Skills in the pan for Mary
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
Going back to college to retrain or improve skills is a frightening prospect for many adult learners. Read
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Holistic health course at uni
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
People interested in a holistic approach to healthcare still have time to sign up to a course at the University of Wolverhampton. Read
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Students with many reasons to smile
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
Two students at Birmingham Metropolitan College were all smiles after their efforts in learning and personal development were recognised at a celebration for the BTEC National Diploma in Dental Technology course graduates. Read
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Places available for learners eager to take new direction
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
Think it’s too late for you to pursue higher education this year? Think again! Places are still available on selected HE courses at Birmingham Metropolitan College. Read
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Time to lift your game
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
A limited number of places are currently available on games development and media courses at Birmingham Metropolitan College. Read
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College rebuild delight
Sep 17 2009 | Learning Zone
Sandwell College principal Val Bailey has expressed delight at the announcement by the Learning and Skills Council that the college’s building programme is one of just a dozen to have been given the go-ahead. Read
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O’Connor’s incentive for Walsall duo
Sep 17 2009 | Walsall FC News
WALSALL assistant manager Martin O’Connor has challenged Mark Bradley and Josh O’Keefe to take advantage of the void left by injured duo Richard Taundry and Peter Till. Read
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O’Connor’s incentive for Walsall duo
Sep 17 2009 | Walsall FC News
WALSALL assistant manager Martin O’Connor has challenged Mark Bradley and Josh O’Keefe to take advantage of the void left by injured duo Richard Taundry and Peter Till. Read
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HAS English cricket lost its soul?
Sep 17 2009 | Warwickshire CCC
Has its chaotic evolution in the last decade – the removal of top players from county cricket, the subservience of the county game to the national team, the obsession with money, the sell-out to Sky – cost the game its essence? Its lovable, unique, ancient charm. Yes, its very soul. Read
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Ian Bell and Jonathan Trott help see off Surrey in Pro40 victory
Sep 17 2009 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE are one win away from lifting the Pro40 Division Two title after brushing aside Surrey by nine wickets at The Oval. Read
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Bears’ Indian paceman Sreesanth makes early exit
Sep 17 2009 | Warwickshire CCC
INDIAN fast-bowler Sreesanth will head back home tomorrow, bringing his late-season stint with Warwickshire to a premature end. Read
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Warwickshire to return to South Africa in 2010
Sep 17 2009 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE will again visit South Africa next year in the run-up to the 2010 season. Read
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The Glass Lounge, Fort Dunlop, Erdington
Sep 17 2009 | Food and Drink News
TIMES have changed since we journalists scuttled off into dark, smoky pubs at lunchtime to knock back a few pints of bitter and scoff the occasional packet of pork scratchings. Read
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Gallic breads from heaven
Sep 17 2009 | Food and Drink News
HIS famous French cousin did his talking with his magic feet, but Gilles Zidane prefers to use his hands. Read
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More than just a fruity snack
Sep 17 2009 | Cooking Tips
AUTUMN brings with it a windfall of pears. There are many varieties, all of which can be enjoyed in different ways (other than as a delicious snack on their own). Read
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Loose pets pose huge crash peril
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
AS a nation of animal lovers motorists in the UK regularly transport pampered pooches and favoured felines when taking a trip in the car. Read
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Reminder proves timely
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
SOME 13.8 million (41 per cent) British motorists say that they often struggle to remember their car’s MOT expiry date, according to a survey from Kwik-Fit. Not surprisingly then the company’s research shows that one-in-four motorists (8.1 million) have driven a car without an MOT. Read
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Millions spent on wrong engine oil
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
RESEARCH by Castrol suggests that six million British drivers could be risking engine failure by not having the right engine oil in their car. Read
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Show spotlights the ‘youngtimers’
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
THE classic car industry has been one of the few beacons of good news amid the financial doom and gloom of the recession. Read
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Drivers slow in going green
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
CAR makers are being forced to make significant cuts in their vehicles’ CO2 emissions, but some countries appear reluctant to buy the greenest models. Read
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Used-car values rising
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
USED-car values are continuing to rise, according to British Car Auctions. Read
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Toyota’s hybrid car milestone
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
SALES of Toyota hybrid vehicles have topped the two million mark, with more than 200,000 in Europe. Read
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Infiniti and beyond ...
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
INFINITI, Nissan’s luxury car brand, is to open its first dealership in Britain this weekend. Read
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Shining light on notoriety
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
ELECTRICAL systems in British cars between 1950 and 1980 have gained notoriety. Read
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Citroen UK in party mood
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
TO mark Citroën’s 90th anniversary, its UK arm has teamed up with the country’s Citroën car clubs to host a French-themed evening of celebrations at the Ace Café London. Read
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A racing certainty
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
AT LAST, an all-new, British-conceived, designed and built supercar to match – and maybe better – some of the most iconic names in exclusive, high-performance motoring. Read
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Windscreen damage is up
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
POOR road surfaces and the number of motorists who took a summer ‘staycation’ have resulted in a surge in damage to windscreens. Read
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Dealer in mood to celebrate
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
AFTER a successful first year of selling Skodas, Erdington dealer Central has now added a SEAT franchise to its business. Read
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Gearing up with ultra-eco models
Sep 17 2009 | Motoring News
SPANISH maker SEAT is out to prove that Auto Emocion can go hand in hand with eco motion with the launch of three new ultra-green models at the Frankfurt motor show. Read
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It’s back breaking work in kitchen
Sep 17 2009 | Recipes
WHILE I wrestle my raw chicken on to its back, celebrity chef John Torode stands watching, unmoved. Read
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Pear-cider breaks the ice and grabs the yoof vote
Sep 17 2009 | Wine Column
Whoever came up with the idea of serving cider with ice is probably sitting in the Bahamas now counting his royalties. Read
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Cocktail of the week: Morning After Martini
Sep 17 2009 | Cocktail of the Week
Local mixologist Sami Nissan, from The Victoria, Birmingham, has tasted success in the 42Below Cocktail World Cup regional finals and now will be competing in the national final against 11 other teams for the chance to represent the UK in New Zealand next March. Read
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Figs can only get better in a salad
Sep 17 2009 | Chef's tips
Q Figs are really cheap at the market and I’ve bought a whole box. They’re great just raw to eat. But any ideas how I could use them in recipes? Edward, Moseley Read
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Tottenham: Harry Redknapp reveals his vital team link for a good season
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Harry Redknapp believes Wilson Palacios has developed into a "vital player" for Tottenham. Read
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Liverpool FC: Why Fernando Torres is confident Liverpool will win the title
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Fernando Torres is sure the English top flight is still the world's greatest league - and is determined to help Liverpool become its champions once again. Read
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Stoke City look to Bolton in hope of improving fortunes
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Stoke will be out to erase the memory of their dismal Premier League debut when they step out at Bolton on Saturday. Read
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Bolton happy with attacking options
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Gary Megson insists he is happy with his attacking options as his Bolton side prepare to host Stoke in the Barclays Premier League on Saturday having kick-started their season with five goals in their last two games. Read
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Can Wigan become the new Barcelona?
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has lofty ambitions to make his side play the Barcelona way. Read
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Arsenal: Robin van Persie set to have the last laugh
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Arsene Wenger has confirmed Robin van Persie was in line for a return to action on Saturday. Read
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Manchester Uniter defender sets goal for the derby match
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Manchester United defender Jonny Evans is relishing the chance to put one over Manchester City on Sunday at Old Trafford. Read
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Arsenal boosted by big pledge from star
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Tomas Rosicky has warned the rest of Europe there is more to come from both him and Arsenal this season. Read
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Liverpool FC: Rafa Benitez highlights the special touch which will take team on this season
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Rafael Benitez hailed Dirk Kuyt as a special player as the Dutchman became the third-highest scorer in Liverpool's European Cup history. Read
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Ex-Birmingham City midfielder Robbie Savage charged by FA over agent regulation breach
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Derby midfielder Robbie Savage and his representative George Urquhart have been charged by the Football Association for breaching its regulations regarding agents. Read
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Everton line up Lucas Neill if medical goes well
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Lucas Neill was having a medical at Everton this morning with a view to moving to the Goodison Park club on a free transfer. Read
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West Ham sign new striker
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
West Ham have completed the signing of Mexico international striker Guillermo Franco. Read
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Everton ready to sign defender on loan
Sep 17 2009 | Premier League
Australia defender Lucas Neill is having a medical at Everton's Finch Farm training ground. Read
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MG Rover keepsake is a corker
Sep 17 2009 | Hancock
THE most celebrated – and quite possibly the saddest – cork in West Midland industrial history has finally been traced, almost a decade after it was popped. Read
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City gives sick Matt the Willis
Sep 17 2009 | Hancock
WHEN former Busted star Matt Willis accompanies wife Emma to Style In The City next week, he’ll be hoping for a better time than on a recent trip. Read
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Calvin’s in a real jam
Sep 17 2009 | Hancock
SINGER/producer Calvin Harris is a big Jam fan – but we’re talking the music, not the sweet stuff. Read
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How a good curry gave fiery Freddie the Edge
Sep 17 2009 | Hancock
HE’S one of the most fearsome opponents in world cricket and now the secret of Freddie Flintoff’s firey play can be revealed: Brummie curry. Read
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Cheap as Chips: Mega Bite, Pershore Road, Selly Park
Sep 17 2009 | Selly Oak Takeaways
THERE’S A sign inside this shop which says: Making the impossible possible... curryfied pizza’s (sic). Read
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Pub Review: Beefeater Ladybridge, Bonehill Road, Tamworth
Sep 17 2009 | Tamworth Restaurants
WE hadn’t set foot in a Beefeater for more than a year when the Ladybridge suddenly loomed into view off a Tamworth roundabout and we just had to stop. Read
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Restaurant Review: Shapla, 173A Stratford Road, Shirley, Solihull. 0121 733 2864.
Sep 17 2009 | Solihull Restaurants
THE shopping precinct in which Shapla is situated is one of those horrible concrete constructions that so marr Birmingham’s outer edges. Read
