Nov
2009
Articles from 2nd Nov 2009
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Ross handed award for 'new music'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Jonathan Ross has been presented with a music award for the exposure he has given to new artists. Read
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Judge asked to rule on baby's life
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A High Court judge has begun the formidable task of deciding whether a baby boy with an active brain locked inside an immobile body should live or die. Read
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Agency staff: union sues Royal Mail
Nov 02 2009 | National News
The Royal Mail is facing legal action over the recruitment of 30,000 agency staff during the bitter post strike, union leaders have announced. Read
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'Human bomb' woman freed from court
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A mother-of-six who admitted hiding an explosives manual in her burka wrote a note suggesting she was willing to blow up herself and her children, a police source has said. Read
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New mother with swine flu has died
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A woman who contracted swine flu died just weeks after giving birth to her first child, a health authority has confirmed. Read
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BA facing cabin crew strike threat
Nov 02 2009 | National News
British Airways cabin crew have condemned the company's plans to cut jobs, pay and conditions as the threat of a strike just days before Christmas came a step closer. Read
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Clean-up begins after floods misery
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A clean-up operation is under way after heavy rain and strong winds caused flooding across the UK. Read
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Bank will shed 3,700 UK branch jobs
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Royal Bank of Scotland is to cut 3,700 jobs across its UK branch network in a bid to modernise the way the bank operates, the company has said. Read
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Minister defends drugs row sacking
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Home Secretary Alan Johnson has told MPs he had "lost confidence" in Professor David Nutt's ability to be his principal adviser on drugs policy. Read
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Wayne and Coleen celebrate baby boy
Nov 02 2009 | National News
England footballer Wayne Rooney's wife Coleen has given birth to a baby boy. Read
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Cameron pledges to slash NHS costs
Nov 02 2009 | National News
David Cameron has stepped up his bid to make the Tories the party of the NHS by promising reforms to cut costs and extend "patient power". Read
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Drugs row sparks advice body review
Nov 02 2009 | National News
The Home Office has announced a review of its drug advisory body in the wake of the row over the sacking of Professor David Nutt. Read
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Pakistan blast 'kills at least 35'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A suicide bomber has killed 35 people outside a bank near Pakistan's capital. Read
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Expert dies on last day in war zone
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A senior British explosives expert has been killed while trying to defuse a bomb on the last day of his tour in Afghanistan. Read
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Action against 'thieving' parents
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Tougher action against the thousands of "thieving" parents who lie to get their children into popular schools has been demanded by the chief adjudicator. Read
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Boris unveils new diagonal crossing
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A £5 million scheme to ease congestion in the heart of London's West End has been unveiled by the capital's Mayor, Boris Johnson. Read
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UK-Russia bid to find common ground
Nov 02 2009 | National News
David Miliband has insisted that festering disputes between the UK and Russia over issues such as the Alexander Litvinenko murder would not prevent closer co-operation. Read
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Assessment for 'right-to-life' baby
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A fresh medical assessment is to be carried out on a baby boy at the centre of a "right-to-life" legal dispute to decide whether a simple surgical operation could improve his prospects, a High Court judge has heard. Read
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Flooding misery as storms batter UK
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Residents are counting the cost after torrential rain and strong winds battered the UK, forcing hundreds of people to flee their homes. Read
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Cameron pledge to slash NHS costs
Nov 02 2009 | National News
David Cameron has stepped up his bid to make the Tories the party of the NHS by promising reforms to cut costs and extend "patient power". Read
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Clarke hits out in drug adviser row
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Former Home Secretary Charles Clarke has waded into the escalating drugs classification row, accusing Gordon Brown of ignoring his own scientific advisers. Read
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Pakistan blast 'kills at least 30'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A suicide bomber has killed 30 people outside a bank near Pakistan's capital. Read
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RBS is set to sell more businesses
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Royal Bank of Scotland has said that it will have to sell more of its businesses than originally planned to gain European approval for state support. Read
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BA staff discuss 'unfair contracts'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
British Airways cabin crew workers are due to hold a mass meeting to discuss opposition to new employment contracts they complain are "unfair and unworkable". Read
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Storms spark rescues and travel woe
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Much of the UK is on flood alert after torrential rain and strong winds prompted scores of rescues and travel misery. Read
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School admissions review report due
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Admissions rules should be altered to ensure twins are allocated places at the same school, the Chief Schools Adjudicator is expected to say. Read
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£24m overseas child benefit bill
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Child benefit is being paid for more than 50,000 youngsters living outside the UK, according to Treasury figures. Read
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Climate change 'can kill children'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
A quarter of a million children could die next year due to the effects of climate change, Save the Children warned. Read
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PM's talks with expenses probe boss
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Gordon Brown is due to tell the head of the inquiry into MPs' expenses that reform of the system must not make Parliament the preserve of the rich. Read
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Plaque to mark M1 50th anniversary
Nov 02 2009 | National News
The 50th anniversary of the opening of the M1 is being marked by the unveiling of a plaque at the motorway's most famous service station. Read
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Landline tax 'threat to broadband'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
More than 100,000 homes will be forced to give up their broadband internet under plans to introduce a controversial tax, TalkTalk has said. Read
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Jump in violent crime by strangers
Nov 02 2009 | National News
The proportion of violent crime committed by strangers has risen significantly since Labour came to power, a report shows. Read
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Briton killed in landslide at beach
Nov 02 2009 | National News
The British woman killed by a landslide at a beach in Tenerife, in the Canary Islands, has been named by the Foreign Office as Marion O'Hara, 57. Read
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UK unemployment 'to keep rising'
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Unemployment in the UK is set to hit 2.75 million by November next year as the economic recovery fails to boost the jobs market, research has claimed. Read
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Sacking threatens drug panel future
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Mass resignations have been predicted from the country's drugs advisory panel in protest at Alan Johnson's decision to axe its chairman for criticising the Government's policy. Read
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Bodies in house had been murdered
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Six women whose badly-decomposed bodies were found at the home of a convicted rapist had been murdered, medical experts have said. Read
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Rival's exit hands Karzai victory
Nov 02 2009 | National News
Afghanistan's President Hamid Karzai has effectively been handed a second five-year term. Read
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Everton 1, Aston Villa 1: The match in pictures
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
Birmingham Mail photos from Aston Villa's draw against Everton on Saturday Read
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Stud Marks: Why Steve Bull was talking just that at the Villa-Wolves derby
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
STEVE Bull might have been a prolific goalscorer in the lower leagues but he continues to miss the target as a pundit. Read
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Why Aston Villa got their PR skills spot on this week
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
VILLA’S top brass can claim quite a few PR masterstrokes and the open training session last week was clearly one of them. Read
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Aston Villa: Is Doug Ellis looking a little lost these days?
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
VILLA fans enjoying a pre-match pint on Merseyside before their side’s 1-1 draw with Everton could hardly believe their eyes. Read
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Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill faces selection problems before trip to West Ham
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill faces a potential triple selection blow ahead of Wednesday’s trip to West Ham after counting the cost of Villa’s bruising battle at Everton. Read
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Carling Cup draw with Pompey puts Friedel on a high
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
BRAD Friedel believes Villa have been given the best of a bad lot when it comes to the Carling Cup draw and a trip to Portsmouth, with all of the remaining sides in the competition coming from the Premier League. Read
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Stephen Warnock: Aston Villa are fearless away from home
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
STEPHEN Warnock’s family may be “True Blue” Evertonians but that did not stop them celebrating with him and his new team-mates as Villa clawed a point back at Goodison. Read
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Points are the real prize for Brad Friedel after making his 200th consecutive Premier League appearance
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
BRAD Friedel was modest in the extreme despite notching up a record 200th consecutive Premier League appearance in the clash with Everton, insisting it was points not prizes that mattered. Read
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Everton 1, Aston Villa 1: Mat Kendrick's player ratings and match stats
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
Everton 1, Aston Villa 1: Mat Kendrick's player ratings and match stats Read
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Ashley Young is a class apart says Aston Villa boss Martin O’Neill
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill has defended his description of Ashley Young as “world class” despite the winger since struggling to live up to his billing on a consistent basis. Read
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Everton 1, Aston Villa 1: Mat Kendrick's big match verdict
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
ALL football clubs are equal – but some are more equal than others. Read
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John Carew relieved to open his Premier League account at Everton
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
SUPER sub John Carew expressed his relief at opening his Premier League account for the season after his equaliser earned Villa a point at Everton. Read
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Martin O’Neill: Sending on super sub John Carew was an enforced change
Nov 02 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill revealed that his decision to send on super sub John Carew was an enforced change rather than a tactical masterstroke. Read
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Birmingham City 0, Manchester City 0: The match in pictures
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
Birmingham Mail photographs from Birmingham City's hard-fought draw against Manchester City Read
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Blues View video - Blues 0 Man City 0
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ANDY Walker on Sunday's clash at St Andrews plus Alex McLeish and Barry Ferguson give their thoughts on the match. Read
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Birmingham City's 0-0 draw with Manchester City felt like two points dropped says Roger Johnson
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ROGER Johnson has insisted that Blues remain on course to achieve their initial Premier League goal – avoid the dreaded drop. Read
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Birmingham City: Alex McLeish backs James McFadden after Man City penalty miss
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish admitted he was surprised by James McFadden’s penalty blunder against Manchester City. Read
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Birmingham City: Alex McLeish feeling good about performances
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
BLUES should think positive thoughts after taking Manchester City all the way. Read
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Scott Dann says draw against Manchester City left Birmingham City feeling dejected
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
SCOTT Dann admitted that Blues were left disappointed and dejected by not beating Manchester City. Read
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Birmingham City: Injury to Roger Johnson distracted ref from Man City penalty shout
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ROGER Johnson’s injury, thought to be serious at the time, may have saved Blues from a penalty. Read
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Birmingham City: Alex McLeish singles out magical Maik Taylor for praise
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish took time out to praise Maik Taylor on his return to the team. Read
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Losing Barry Ferguson for Birmingham City's Anfield trip is a big blow says Alex McLeish
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish insisted that Barry Ferguson was ‘silly’ to pick up a late second booking yesterday and admits that he’ll be a big loss for next Monday’s trip to Liverpool. Read
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Birmingham City 0, Manchester City 0: Colin Tattum's player ratings and match stats
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
Birmingham City 0, Manchester City 0: Colin Tattum's player ratings and match stats Read
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Birmingham City's heroes of yesteryear honoured by opening of Legends Lounge
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
BLUES’ new owners’ determination to embrace the past was given a seal of approval by Gil Merrick. Read
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Birmingham City manager Alex McLeish delighted by his side's effort against Manchester City
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish revealed that there was a slight sense of disappointment in the Blues’ dressing room after their goal-less draw with Manchester City. Read
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Birmingham City: Barry Ferguson admits he gave himself ‘a wee slap’ after his needless sending-off against Manchester City
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
BARRY Ferguson admitted that he gave himself ‘a wee slap’ after his needless sending off at the death against Manchester City. Read
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Birmingham City 0, Manchester City 0: Colin Tattum's big match verdict
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham City News
FOR all the petro-dollars lavished on Manchester City by Mark Hughes, few can have been better spent than those put towards Shay Given. Read
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West Brom 5, Watford 0: The match in pictures
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
West Brom 5, Watford 0: The match in pictures Read
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Alfred Finnbogason is unlikely to move to West Bromwich Albion
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
ALFRED Finnbogason has revealed that he is unlikely to move to Albion, despite being impressed with the Black Country club during his trial. Read
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Stud Marks: West Brom fans finally get to unveil their new Luke Moore chant
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
ALBION fans have waited some time for Luke Moore to find the back of the net – nine games to be precise. Read
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Revealed: Why five-star West Brom failed to cheer Roberto Di Matteo
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
ROBERTO Di Matteo is refusing to get carried away by his side’s emphatic return to winning ways. Read
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West Bromwich Albion: Simon Cox backs partnership with Luke Moore
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
SIMON Cox believes his partnership with Luke Moore can be a potent combination in the Championship. Read
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West Brom 5, Watford 0: Andy Walker's player ratings and match stats
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
West Brom 5, Watford 0: Andy Walker's player ratings and match stats Read
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Roberto Di Matteo insists he has never doubted goalscorer Luke Moore’s ability
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
ROBERTO Di Matteo insists he has never doubted Luke Moore’s ability. Read
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Filipe Teixeira attitude wins praise at West Bromwich Albion
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
ALBION boss Roberto Di Matteo has praised forgotten man Filipe Teixeira for being a model professional. Read
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West Brom 5, Watford 0: Andy Walker's big match verdict
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
BEFORE kick-off, Simon Cox received a hearty cheer while Luke Moore was met with an undercurrent of jeers. Read
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Simon Cox wary after last 5-0 win by West Bromwich Albion
Nov 02 2009 | West Brom News
SIMON Cox insists Albion must learn from their mistakes from the last time they won 5-0. Read
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Neil Mitchell unhappy despite Stourbridge's 15-try rout of Manchester
Nov 02 2009 | Stourbridge RFC
STOURBRIDGE found it harder than a 15-try hammering suggests to play against a team who look odds-on to break through the 1,000 points against barrier in their tenth match of the season next week. Read
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Stourbridge left bruised but unbeaten by TTrophy test
Nov 02 2009 | Non-League
STOURBRIDGE returned to the scene of last week’s FA Cup triumph to beat Buxton for a second time and progress to the next stage of the FA Trophy. Read
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Tamworth's terrible run continues with 2-0 home defeat to Hayes and Yeading
Nov 02 2009 | Non-League
TAMWORTH’S terrible run of results continued when they crashed 2-0 at home to Hayes and Yeading in the Blue Square Premier. Read
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Newcastle go top
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Newcastle climbed back to the top of the Coca-Cola Championship but needed a lucky own goal from Sheffield United skipper Chris Morgan to secure a 1-0 win. Read
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Milan confirm Beckham switch
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
AC Milan have confirmed David Beckham will be returning to the Italian club. Read
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Radcliffe defends decision
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Paula Radcliffe has insisted she was right to defend her ING New York City Marathon title despite picking up a knee injury two weeks before the race. Read
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Sinfield eyes revenge
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Leeds captain Kevin Sinfield reports England will be looking for World Cup revenge when they take on New Zealand in their crunch Gillette Four Nations match at Huddersfield. Read
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Scotland hopeful over Paterson
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Chris Paterson is expected to train with his Scotland team-mates this week after being put on a drip to treat a foot infection. Read
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Murray to return in Valencia
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray will play his first match since September 20 in the Valencia Open on Tuesday. Read
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Gerrard out but Torres travels
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Steven Gerrard has been ruled out of Liverpool's Champions League trip to Lyon, but striker Fernando Torres will be on the plane that heads for France on Tuesday Read
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Concentrate on Madrid, urges Ancelotti
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Carlo Ancelotti insists Chelsea must forget about their Barclays Premier League showdown with Manchester United on Sunday and concentrate on qualifying for the knockout stage of the Champions League. Read
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Taylor hails hero Given
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Birmingham keeper Maik Taylor has hailed his Manchester City counterpart Shay Given as one of the world's best and believes he has become even better since his move to Eastlands. Read
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Ferguson to make late Rooney decision
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson will wait for news from Wayne Rooney before deciding whether to include his star striker in Manchester United's Champions League game with CSKA Moscow on Tuesday. Read
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Pearson: Financial problems can be solved
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Hull's new executive chairman Adam Pearson believes he can solve the club's financial problems and is "desperate" for under-pressure manager Phil Brown to succeed. Read
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Paterson needs drip for infection
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Chris Paterson has been put on a drip to help his recovery from a foot infection ahead of Scotland's first autumn Test against Fiji. Read
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Hook to replace Byrne at full-back
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
James Hook will start at full-back for Wales in their autumn Test opener against New Zealand at the Millennium Stadium. Read
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Reina targeting new contract
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool have been boosted by the news that goalkeeper Jose Reina is intent on signing a new contract at Anfield. Read
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Boruc out after op
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc has undergone knee surgery which will keep him out for at least three weeks. Read
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Tuqiri joins Tigers
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Defending Guinness Premiership champions Leicester have confirmed the signing of Australia international Lote Tuqiri. Read
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Williams reveal drivers for 2010
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Williams have confirmed Rubens Barrichello and Nico Hulkenberg will be their driver line-up for the 2010 Formula One season. Read
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Rooney misses training session
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney was absent from training on Monday morning amid growing speculation that wife Colleen is set to give birth to the couple's first child. Read
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Bridgestone to end F1 ties
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Bridgestone Motorsport have announced they are pulling out of Formula One at the end of next season. Read
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Pearson returns to Hull
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Hull have confirmed the appointment of Adam Pearson as the club's new executive chairman. Read
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United search for consistency
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson is looking for his Manchester United side to build up a head on steam in the coming months. Read
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Pearson: Brown has my full support
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Incoming Hull chairman Adam Pearson has assured manager Phil Brown he will still be in charge for this weekend's clash against Stoke. Read
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Smith sees positives before early end
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Rangers manager Walter Smith was encouraged by positives he saw against Dundee United - even though the Clydesdale Bank Premier League clash lasted just 45 minutes. Read
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England hopes with Broad
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Stuart Broad's progress is likely to be one of the key factors in the coming months as England seek to ensure history does not repeat itself with another Ashes-winning hangover. Read
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Hoy heads gold rush
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
For once, Sir Chris Hoy played second fiddle on Sunday's final day of the Track World Cup as Great Britain's team pursuit squads surged to victory in an astonishing display of superiority. Read
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Radcliffe plays down injury fears
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Paula Radcliffe has dismissed fears over her long-term fitness by insisting she will recover quickly from the injury problems which plagued her during Sunday's ING New York City Marathon. Read
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Fisher rests easy after overdue win
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
New World Match Play champion Ross Fisher should have had no trouble falling to sleep as he flew to Shanghai on Monday after claiming his first win in 15 months in Spain on Sunday. Read
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Champ Button can switch off at last
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Jenson Button can finally relax after watching the sun set on Formula One's first day-night race - and a season to remember for him. Read
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Given gifts Hughes birthday cheer
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Mark Hughes praised goalkeeper Shay Given who ensured the Manchester City manager's 46th birthday was not a complete damp squib as his heroics earned a point at Birmingham. Read
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Rafa has priorities wrong - Whelan
Nov 02 2009 | National Sport
Former Liverpool midfielder Ronnie Whelan has accused manager Rafa Benitez of prioritising the Champions League ahead of the Reds' faltering Premier League campaign. Read
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Stoke 2, Wolves 2: The match in pictures
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
Birmingham Mail photos from Wolves 2-2 draw at Stoke Read
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Jody Craddock: Playing holds back the years
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
JODY Craddock says regular football is keeping him young. Read
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Why Kevin Doyle is confident Wolves can stun Arsenal
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES striker Kevin Doyle says Mick McCarthy’s men are capable of getting something from Arsenal this weekend. Read
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A few well-chosen words did the trick for Wolves boss Mick McCarthy
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy admitted some carefully chosen words and the half-time introduction of Nenad Milijas inspired the second-half fight-back at The Britannia Stadium. Read
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We need a win, says Wolves' goal-hero Jody Craddock
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
JODY Craddock says Wolves are now desperate for a win after proving they can mix it in the top flight. Read
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Wolves skipper sings Nenad's praises
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES skipper Karl Henry praised summer signing Nenad Milijas for his startling half-time introduction at Stoke. Read
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Karl Henry praises spirited comeback for Wolverhampton Wanderers
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
KARL Henry shrugged off the constant boos of the Stoke City fans and paid tribute to his team-mates for their stirring fight-back at the Britannia Stadium. Read
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Mick McCarthy says Wolverhampton Wanderers can shock big guns
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy has warned Arsenal and Chelsea that his Wolves side are on course to embarrass one of the Premier League’s big guns. Read
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Stoke 2, Wolves 2: Bill Howell's player ratings and match stats
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
Stoke 2, Wolves 2: Bill Howell's player ratings and match stats Read
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Stoke 2, Wolves 2: Bill Howell's big match verdict
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
WHAT is it about Wolfie spats over a penalty shoot-out that inspire Wolves? Read
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Kevin Doyle tips Jody Craddock to continue his professional career beyond his 40th birthday
Nov 02 2009 | Wolves FC News
KEVIN Doyle has tipped Jody Craddock to continue his professional career beyond his 40th birthday. Read
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Moseley come out on top in passionately-fought battle of Brum
Nov 02 2009 | Bees RFC
AS DERBY matches go, this one had the lot – two sides slugging it out for Second City supremacy in front of more than 1,000 fans roaring on their favourites. Read
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We Love...You'll Love
Nov 02 2009 | We Love...You'll Love
This week's We Love...You'll Love. Read
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Publisher bids to trace rare words used in Black Country dialect
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A publisher launched a scheme to trace rare dialect words - including ones for the Black Country - that may have slipped out of everyday usage. Read
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X Factor's Rachel Adedeji confirmed for Walsall Christmas lights switch-on
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
X Factor singer Rachel Adedeji has been confirmed as the latest star set to perform at this year's Christmas lights switch-on in Walsall. Read
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Download your poster for Remembrance Sunday
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
As Remembrance Sunday approaches, the Birmingham Mail believes it is more important than ever to wear a poppy with pride and remember the huge sacrifice our soldiers have made both in the past and during current conflicts. Read
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Crowds expected for Staffordshire Hoard display in London
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
Golden treasures from one of the UK's most important historical finds, the Staffordshire Hoard, will get a wider audience when they go on display at the British Museum on Tuesday. Read
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Unions in call for summit of MPs over threat to Jaguar Land Rover jobs
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
ANGRY unions have called a high level summit of MPs to an emergency meeting at the House of Commons to preserve thousands of West Midlands jobs under threat at Jaguar Land Rover. Read
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Two Midland mums tell of heartache of losing sons in Afghan conflict
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
By Paul Bradley Read
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West Midlands Chief Constable names four officers to lead Birmingham as part of police shake-up
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
WEST Midlands Chief Constable Chris Sims has named the four officers to lead Birmingham as part of a shake-up. Read
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Golfers speak out as Birmingham course axed
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
GOLFERS have spoken of their dismay at council plans to close one of Birmingham’s seven public golf courses. Read
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Weather’s wind of change to continue
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
HEAVY showers and strong winds will batter the West Midlands throughout this week, forecasters warned today. Read
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Man admits death crash after pensioner and dog were left lying in street
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A 26-YEAR-old Black Country man has admitted leaving a Tipton pensioner for dead when he mowed him down in a car and drove away in June last year. Read
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Birmingham-born soldier killed in training horror
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM-born commando has been shot dead in a training accident. Read
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West Midlands Chief Constable names four officers to lead Birmingham as part of police shake-up
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
WEST Midlands Chief Constable Chris Sims has named the four officers to lead Birmingham as part of a shake-up. Read
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Golfers speak out as Birmingham course axed
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
GOLFERS have spoken of their dismay at council plans to close one of Birmingham’s seven public golf courses. Read
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SHOCKING new figures reveal jobseeker’s allowance claims have risen by 100 per cent in parts of a Black Country town as the recession continues to bite.
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A report to Walsall Council’s regeneration committee, due to meet tomorrow night, shows jobless claims have soared by 75 per cent borough wide, an increase of 4,818 taking the total to more than 12,000. Read
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New hope for Cerys Edwards campaign
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
JACK Straw has promised to review the plight of Cerys Edwards, giving hope to her family who are campaigning for tougher sentences for dangerous drivers. Read
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Two Midland mums tell of heartache of losing sons in Afghan conflict
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
THE mothers of two Birmingham soldiers killed in Afghanistan will pay tribute to their sons on Remembrance Sunday as a nation falls silent in poignant honour of all those who lost their lives fighting for their country. Read
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£12m new Harborne swimming baths are finally expected to get the go-ahead
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S newest swimming pool is expected to finally get the green light next week. Read
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Woman killed by train near Kidderminster station
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A WOMAN was killed near Kidderminster railway station when she was struck by a train. Read
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Man dies after being hit by train at Sutton Coldfield station
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A MAN died from multiple injuries after becoming trapped under a train at a Birmingham station. Read
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Stephen Fry quip blogger from Birmingham runs adult website
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM blogger who briefly caused Stephen Fry to quit Twitter by calling him “boring” runs an adults-only website, it was revealed today. Read
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Service held in memory of gun and knife victims
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
VICTIMS of gun and knife crime in Birmingham were remembered at a moving memorial service. Read
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Rise in racist incidents in Birmingham schools is denied by senior education officer
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A SENIOR education officer in Birmingham has denied claims that the number of racist incidents in its schools has almost doubled in recent years. Read
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Woman sexually assaulted after night out in Redditch
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE are hunting a man who sexually assaulted a young Midland clubber after a night out. Read
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Ambulance on 999 call hits concrete pillar in Great Barr
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
An ambulance has crashed into a concrete pillar in Birmingham on its way to try to save a man trapped under a train. Read
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Transport chief pressing for joint policy on high speed rail link
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
TRANSPORT Secretary Lord Adonis is to appeal to Conservatives and Liberal Democrats to develop a joint policy on high speed rail in advance of next year’s general election. Read
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Planners set to approve new Harborne swimming pool
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
Birmingham’s newest swimming pool looks set to finally get the green light this week. Read
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First Midlands Curry Awards ceremony is hailed a success
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A CONTROVERSY-hit awards ceremony went ahead smoothly despite an eleventh-hour scramble to find a main presenter. Read
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X Factor winner Alexandra Burke added to Birmingham Christmas lights switch-on line-up
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
X FACTOR winner Alexandra Burke will help light up Birmingham by appearing at the city’s Christmas celebrations. Read
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Revealed: Birmingham care home run-aways are often asylum adults
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
YOUNG people fleeing from a life of poverty and violence in the world’s trouble-spots are responsible for a sharp rise in the number of children running away from council-run residential homes and foster care in Birmingham, it has been claimed. Read
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Birmingham City Council equal pay claim could cost £200million
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
More than 4,000 female workers begin their battle with Birmingham City Council today over their rights to be paid the same as men for doing the same job. Read
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Edgbaston residents group hits out £20million council loan to cricket club
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A residents’ group fighting expansion plans at the Edgbaston county cricket ground have accused Birmingham City Council leader Mike Whitby of wasting money by approving a £20 million loan for the project when public services are stretched. Read
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Centro ditches Royal Mail in favour of private company
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
As crisis talks start up again today to try to prevent further strikes at Royal Mail, it has emerged one of Birmingham’s largest public bodies has dropped the organisation. Read
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Midland MP claims Mandelson has been hoodwinked on internet piracy blitz
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
BUSINESS Secretary Lord Mandelson has been “hoodwinked” by the music industry into supporting tough measures against internet users who persistently download files illegally, according to a West Midlands MP. Read
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West Midlands misses out as London gets transport cash boost
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
LONDON has received more than its fair share of transport funding because of the 2012 Olympic Games and its failure to manage the London Underground effectively, ministers have admitted. Read
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Treasure trove of historic pictures sheds new light on life in city back to early 1800s
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
IMAGINE a time when Steelhouse Lane was lined with terraced houses, Corporation Street was a dusty track and a pub complete with a huge windmill stood in the middle of the now- bustling Holloway Head. Read
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Kings Heath Kumon Study Centre send Christmas shoeboxes to families in Romania
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
YOUNGSTERS are taking on the role of Father Christmas by filling shoeboxes with gifts to be sent to families in Eastern Europe. Read
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Golfers speak out as Birmingham course axed
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
GOLFERS have spoken of their dismay at council plans to close one of Birmingham’s seven public golf courses. Read
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West Midlands Chief Constable names four officers to lead Birmingham as part of police shake-up
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
WEST Midlands Chief Constable Chris Sims has named the four officers to lead Birmingham as part of a shake-up. Read
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Funeral tributes to Birmingham mum who died in Spain after falling onto glass
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
THE funeral of a Birmingham mum who bled to death after falling on a glass in a Spanish bar will take place tomorrow. Read
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Weoley Castle travel agent to drive to the Gambia on charity mission
Nov 02 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM travel agent is forsaking the perks of her job to rough it for a charity expedition. Read
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Make-up Palettes
Nov 02 2009 | Tried and Tested
This week's tried and tested make-up palettes. Read
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Trick or treaters
Nov 02 2009 | Colin Whittock Cartoons
“Bert told the trick-or-treaters to clear off... you don’t know where we can find four wheels for a Ford Focus do you?” Read
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You'll be sparkling company...
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham Shopping News
IT’S time to prepare for the Christmas parties – and it’s all about shimmering sequins. Read
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Get lippy with Bob
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham Shopping News
WIGGLING a mascara wand through my lashes has never been an easy feat. Read
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Brum's glittering stars of jewellery
Nov 02 2009 | Birmingham Shopping News
DAZZLING designs by some of the world’s best contemporary jewellery artists will take centre stage at this year’s Brilliantly Birmingham, the annual celebration of contemporary jewellery. Read
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Budget v Blow It
Nov 02 2009 | Budget v Blow It
This week's budget v blow it. Read
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Stud Marks: Why Walsall's Wycombe win will bring back memories for Birmingham City fans
Nov 02 2009 | Walsall FC News
WALSALL’S stunning fightback at Wycombe on Saturday was one for the travelling fans to remember. Read
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Stud Marks: Walsall FC's Rhys Weston proves superstition can be expensive
Nov 02 2009 | Walsall FC News
FOOTBALLERS being superstitious types, this season could turn into a bit of an expensive one for Walsall defender Rhys Weston. Read
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Hutchings fumes at Walsall's dismal first half
Nov 02 2009 | Walsall FC News
WALSALL manager Chris Hutchings was far from happy despite his team’s astonishing fightback from 2-0 down to win 3-2 at Wycombe. Read
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Hutchings fumes at Walsall's dismal first half
Nov 02 2009 | Walsall FC News
WALSALL manager Chris Hutchings was far from happy despite his team’s astonishing fightback from 2-0 down to win 3-2 at Wycombe. Read
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Walsall match-winner Steve Jones salutes finishing prowess of team-mates Mark Hughes and Alex Nicholls
Nov 02 2009 | Walsall FC News
MAN-of-the-match Steve Jones saluted the finishing prowess of team-mates Mark Hughes and Alex Nicholls as their late double-strike lifted Walsall to an amazing 3-2 win at Wycombe. Read
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Walsall become a team of two halves to deliver the goods
Nov 02 2009 | Walsall FC News
A CROWD of 5,046 plus approximately 263 other people (stewards, staff, reporters, Bodger the mascot) gathered inside Adams Park. Read
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Handy Hints
Nov 02 2009 | Recession Buster news
This week's Handy Hints by John Hancock. Read
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Most Wanted
Nov 02 2009 | Recession Buster news
IF YOU know a little girl who likes her hair accessories then this is the perfect gift. Read
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Arsenal: Security row over Tottenham game
Nov 02 2009 | Premier League
Arsenal's security around the dug-out at the Emirates Stadium has been highlighted again after Tottenham staff reported the behaviour of a fan to stewards. Read
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Arsenal boss hopes to have found a new club legend
Nov 02 2009 | Premier League
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has described Robin van Persie as a mixture of club legends Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp. Read
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Liverpool FC boss finds backing as worst run continues
Nov 02 2009 | Premier League
Liverpool are facing the prospect of their worst run of results since the Bill Shankly era started 50 years ago - but under-fire boss Rafael Benitez has received backing from an Anfield legend. Read
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Don't judge until you've seen the film
Nov 02 2009 | Mike Olley
The new film 1 Day is a certificate 15 film set around gang culture in Birmingham. Read
