Nov
2009
Articles from 4th Nov 2009
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Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre under new ownership
Nov 04 2009 | Birmingham News
THE Alexandra Theatre is under new ownership after its owner was taken over in a £90 million deal. Read
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Man cleared of Griffin race abuse
Nov 04 2009 | National News
An Asian man has been cleared of racially abusing BNP leader Nick Griffin. Read
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GM to axe 10,000 Vauxhall-Opel jobs
Nov 04 2009 | National News
General Motors has said it plans to axe in the region of 10,000 jobs across Europe as part of its restructuring of Vauxhall and Opel. Read
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Troops killed in rogue attack named
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Five British soldiers have been shot dead by a British-trained Afghan policeman who "went rogue" and attacked them inside a military compound. Read
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Troops killed by 'rogue' policeman
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Five British soldiers have been shot dead by a British-trained Afghan policeman who "went rogue" and attacked them inside a military compound. Read
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Baby returns to 'fat' family's home
Nov 04 2009 | National News
An overweight couple who had all seven of their children taken into care have had their new-born baby returned. Read
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Rhys murderer stabs fellow prisoner
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The teenager who shot dead schoolboy Rhys Jones has stabbed the killer of former altar boy Jimmy Mizen during a prison brawl. Read
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Football boss on tax evasion charge
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Portsmouth Football Club chief executive Peter Storrie has been formally charged with tax evasion. Read
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We killed UK soldiers, say Taliban
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the killing of five British soldiers by a rogue Afghan policeman. Read
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Cameron in new EU referendum pledge
Nov 04 2009 | National News
David Cameron has promised to change the law so that no further powers could be transferred to Brussels without the approval of the British people in a referendum. Read
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Freedom's wonderful, says mercenary
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Freed mercenary Simon Mann has arrived back in the UK for what he called the "most wonderful homecoming I could ever have imagined". Read
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Novice finds £1m Iron Age treasure
Nov 04 2009 | National News
A novice metal-detecting enthusiast has said he was "stunned" to unearth a £1 million Iron Age treasure hoard during his first outing with the machine. Read
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Asian cleared of Griffin race abuse
Nov 04 2009 | National News
An Asian man has been cleared of racially abusing BNP leader Nick Griffin. Read
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Deaths 'blow to UK's exit strategy'
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The fatal shooting of five British soldiers by an Afghan policeman has dealt a blow to the heart of the UK's exit strategy from the country, a former foreign office minister has warned. Read
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Taliban admits killing UK soldiers
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the killing of five British soldiers by a rogue Afghan policeman. Read
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Drug body fatally flawed, says Nutt
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The government's drug advisory body is "fatally flawed" and should be rebuilt from scratch along the lines of the Bank of England, Professor David Nutt has declared. Read
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Street star wins Mum of Year title
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Coronation Street star Kym Marsh has been named Celebrity Mum of the Year. Read
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Killings are 'blow to UK strategy'
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The fatal shooting of five British soldiers by an Afghan policeman has dealt a blow to the heart of the UK's exit strategy from the country, a former foreign office minister has warned. Read
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Policeman hunted after troop deaths
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Five British soldiers have been killed after a rogue Afghan policeman turned his gun on them inside a checkpoint. Read
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Police set to quiz freed mercenary
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Scotland Yard counter terrorism detectives are preparing to question freed mercenary Simon Mann. Read
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MP mortgage payments go in shake-up
Nov 04 2009 | National News
MPs should no longer be able to claim for their mortgages or employ family members at the taxpayer's expense, the long-awaited report by the standards watchdog has said. Read
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Cameron denies EU treaty 'turmoil'
Nov 04 2009 | National News
David Cameron has denied that his party is in turmoil on Europe, as he came under pressure over his decision to abandon plans for a referendum on the Lisbon Treaty. Read
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Troop deaths 'blow to UK strategy'
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The fatal shooting of five British soldiers by an Afghan policeman has dealt a blow to the heart of the UK's exit strategy from the country, a former foreign office minister has warned. Read
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Talks sought after Vauxhall U-turn
Nov 04 2009 | National News
The Government is seeking urgent talks with General Motors after the car giant's dramatic decision to scrap plans to sell Vauxhall, a move welcomed by union leaders. Read
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Five soldiers die in Afghan attack
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Five British soldiers have been killed by a rogue Afghan policeman, British and Afghan officials have said. Read
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Surprise profits boost for M and S
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Marks & Spencer boss Sir Stuart Rose has drawn encouragement from recent trading after the chain posted an unexpected rise in half-year profits. Read
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Concern at neonatal cash shortfall
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Efforts to improve standards of care for premature and sick babies have been thrown into doubt amid concern over funding. Read
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Five UK soldiers die in Afghanistan
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Five British soldiers have been killed in a single incident in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Read
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Union 'delight' at Vauxhall U-turn
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Union bosses have welcomed General Motors' shock decision to scrap plans to sell Vauxhall, describing it as an "incredible turnaround" by the US car giant. Read
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Martin and Baldwin to host Oscars
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Hollywood veterans Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin are to share hosting duties at the 82nd Academy Awards. Read
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Howells calls for Afghan withdrawal
Nov 04 2009 | National News
A former Foreign Office minister has dramatically broke with Government policy on Afghanistan by calling for the phased withdrawal of the bulk of Britain's military force from the country. Read
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BBC2 digital switchover in region
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Seven million viewers across the North West of England have been taking part in the biggest overnight change in UK television history as they welcome in the digital era. Read
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Two in court over Halloween murder
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Two 20-year-old men are to appear in court charged with the murder of Halloween reveller Ben Gardner. Read
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Climate change to affect insurance
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Climate change is set to make insurance more expensive and harder to obtain, experts have warned. Read
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MP expenses report to be published
Nov 04 2009 | National News
MPs are expected to lose the right to charge mortgage interest payments to the taxpayer and employ their own relatives on parliamentary expenses, under the recommendations of an eagerly-awaited report. Read
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Cameron to reveal new EU stance
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Conservative leader David Cameron is to unveil his new policy on Europe, after admitting a referendum on the Lisbon Treaty will no longer be possible. Read
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Union 'delight' at Vauxhall u-turn
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Union bosses have welcomed General Motors' shock decision to scrap plans to sell Vauxhall, describing it as an "incredible turnaround" by the US car giant. Read
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UK jobs market 'on way to recovery'
Nov 04 2009 | National News
Firms are starting to hire staff at an accelerating rate, suggesting that the jobs market is on the road to recovery and unemployment will not reach three million, according to new research. Read
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GM scraps plans to sell Vauxhall
Nov 04 2009 | National News
General Motors has scrapped plans to sell off Vauxhall to a Canadian car parts firm. Read
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West Ham 2 Aston Villa 1: Full time report
Nov 04 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
Substitute Zavon Hines scored an injury time winner against Aston Villa to lift struggling West Ham out of the bottom three. Read
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Aston Villa: Martin O'Neill facing tough choice
Nov 04 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
VILLA face a dilemma over Carlos Cuellar’s replacement at West Ham tonight with Martin O’Neill struggling to choose between Luke Young and Habib Beye for the right-back spot. Read
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Aston Villa: James Collins is a great signing, says Martin O'Neill
Nov 04 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill believes James Collins has already proved West Ham’s loss is Villa’s gain after hailing the former Hammers defender’s immediate impact. Read
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Aston Villa: James Collins won't Ham it up if he scores
Nov 04 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
JAMES Collins has pledged to do the Dunne thing by refusing to celebrate if he scores in the claret and blue of Villa on his first return to West Ham this evening. Read
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West Ham v Aston Villa: Live match coverage and banter here
Nov 04 2009 | Aston Villa FC news
Join us tomorrow for live coverage and banter from Upton Park for the big clash between West Ham and Aston Villa. Read
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Birmingham City: Maik Taylor gives Alex McLeish a selection poser
Nov 04 2009 | Birmingham City News
MAIK Taylor believes he’s done all he can to give Alex McLeish a selection headache in the goalkeeping department. Read
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Trevor Francis returning to Birmingham City? Your views
Nov 04 2009 | Birmingham City News
Yesterday we ran an exclusive story by Colin Tattum in which he spoke to Trevor Francis who revealed that he was looking to get involved with the club once more. Read
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Maik Taylor v Joe Hart: Birmingham City goalie debate rages on
Nov 04 2009 | Birmingham City News
Yesterday Andy Walker our Blues writer gave his thoughts on the battle for the Birmingham City goalie jersey. Read
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Carr: Anything above 17th would be a bonus for Birmingham City
Nov 04 2009 | Birmingham City News
STEPHEN Carr has reiterated that anything above a 17th place finish this season will be a bonus for Blues - despite the club’s ambitious spending plans. Read
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West Bromwich Albion: Roberto Di Matteo hints at Robert Koren exit
Nov 04 2009 | West Brom News
ROBERTO Di Matteo has conceded that he may be prepared to grant Robert Koren his move from Albion. Read
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Roman Bednar: Injury left me paralysed
Nov 04 2009 | West Brom News
ROMAN Bednar expects to be fit for Saturday’s trip to Leicester City after revealing how his ‘terrifying’ back injury left him partially paralysed for several hours. Read
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West Brom defender moves to Coventry City
Nov 04 2009 | West Brom News
Leon Barnett will today complete a loan move to Coventry City. Read
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West Brom boss: I may let Koren leave
Nov 04 2009 | West Brom News
ROBERTO Di Matteo has conceded that he may be prepared to grant Robert Koren his move from Albion. Read
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West Brom's Roman Bednar speaks of 'terrifying' injury
Nov 04 2009 | West Brom News
ROMAN Bednar expects to be fit for this Saturday’s trip to Leicester City after revealing how his ‘terrifying’ back injury left him partially paralysed for several hours. Read
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Stourbridge to increase crowd capacity for FA Cup clash with Walsall
Nov 04 2009 | Non-League
STOURBRIDGE have been given permission to increase their crowd capacity by a further 400 for Saturday’s FA Cup first-round clash with Walsall. Read
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Stourbridge to increase crowd capacity for FA Cup clash with Walsall
Nov 04 2009 | Non-League
STOURBRIDGE have been given permission to increase their crowd capacity by a further 400 for Saturday’s FA Cup first-round clash with Walsall. Read
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MP spouse ban is still a long way off
Nov 04 2009 | Jon Walker
GOOD news for MPs who employ their wives or husbands. Read
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Tories too slow off the mark
Nov 04 2009 | Jon Walker
A MINOR victory for Richard Burden (Lab, Northfield), chairman of the official House of Commons committee for the West Midlands. Read
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Bain: Fans' behaviour was unacceptable
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Rangers chief executive Martin Bain has condemned the "unacceptable" behaviour of some of the Glasgow club's travelling fans during the Champions League match against Unirea Urziceni in Bucharest. Read
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Hines snatches win for Hammers
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Substitute Zavon Hines scored an injury time goal in a 2-1 win against Aston Villa to lift struggling West Ham out of the bottom three. Read
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Gers on the brink
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Rangers' Champions League hopes were left hanging in the balance when a late equaliser earned Unirea Urziceni a 1-1 draw and denied the Scottish champions a crucial first victory in the tournament this season. Read
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Gunners fire four past AZ
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas struck twice in a 4-1 win over AZ Alkmaar at the Emirates Stadium to put Arsene Wenger's men on the brink of the Champions League knockout stages. Read
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Draw leaves Reds in trouble
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool came so close to a Champions League miracle in Lyon but saw their qualification hopes take another hit thanks to Lisandro Lopez's last-gasp leveller to secure a 1-1 draw. Read
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All Blacks wait on Carter
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
New Zealand are playing a waiting game on Dan Carter's fitness for their Millennium Stadium clash against Wales. Read
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Johnson returns to U21 fold
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Manchester City midfielder Michael Johnson has been recalled to the England Under-21 squad for clashes against Portugal and Lithuania but Theo Walcott and Jack Wilshere look set to miss at least the first qualifier of the double header. Read
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ICC confirm Irish intentions
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
The International Cricket Council have received notification of Ireland's intention to apply for full member status. Read
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Storrie charged with tax evasion
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Portsmouth chief executive Peter Storrie was formally charged with tax evasion on Wednesday. Read
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Haye vows to back up words with action
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
David Haye has vowed to "walk the walk" when the talking stops and the fighting starts against Nikolai Valuev on Saturday. Read
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Moyes on Euro recovery mission
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
David Moyes is determined that Everton will restore their battered reputation in Europe on Thursday. Read
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Bruce hopes for fast Cattermole return
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is keeping his fingers crossed that key midfielder Lee Cattermole could return from injury a month earlier than expected. Read
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Toyoda sorrow over F1 withdrawal
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Toyota Motor Corp president Akio Toyoda believes he has betrayed the team's fans after making the painful decision to axe the Formula One operation. Read
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Valuev ignores Haye taunts
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
WBA heavyweight champion Nikolai Valuev shrugged off David Haye's trash talk as the pair came face to face, warning: "We'll see what you can do on Saturday." Read
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Thompson set for England comeback
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Steve Thompson will complete a remarkable international comeback when he starts for England against Australia at Twickenham on Saturday. Read
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Liverpool lose Degen appeal
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool's manpower crisis has got worse after they lost their appeal over full-back Philipp Degen's red card in Saturday's defeat at Fulham. Read
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Murray finding his rhythm
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray breezed through his first match for six weeks as he began his Valencia Open campaign and admitted he hopes to "get more rhythm" back in his game. Read
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Sinfield grateful for renaissance
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Leeds loose forward Kevin Sinfield is determined to repay the England coaching staff for giving him the chance to take his club form on to the international stage. Read
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Arteta suffers injury setback
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta has suffered a setback in his recovery from a serious knee injury, manager David Moyes has confirmed. Read
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Toyota pull out of F1
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Toyota confirmed they are pulling out of Formula One with immediate effect for financial reasons. Read
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Vaughan backs Wright for Test spot
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed Luke Wright for a place in the Test side against South Africa this winter. Read
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Rafa banking on Torres gamble
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Fernando Torres will carry the hopes of Liverpool on his shoulders on Wednesday, with boss Rafael Benitez praying his gamble to play the injured striker pays off. Read
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Wenger confident over Gibbs progress
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Arsene Wenger is confident youngster Kieran Gibbs will thrive in an unexpected run at left-back in the first team. Read
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Gerrard still rues alonso exit
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Steven Gerrard was "devastated" when Xabi Alonso left Liverpool and admits the Reds have missed the Spaniard. Read
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Wilkinson backed to shine
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Australia have been warned they are right to fear the return of Jonny Wilkinson ahead of Saturday's Investec Challenge showdown at Twickenham. Read
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Toyota set to leave Formula One
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Toyota are expected to announce their withdrawal from Formula One on Wednesday, according to reports in Japan. Read
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Ancelotti pleased with progress
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti was a happy man after seeing his side secure a place in the last 16 of the Champions League on Tuesday even though the Blues could not continue their perfect record in Group D against Atletico Madrid. Read
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Ferguson wants change to appeal rules
Nov 04 2009 | National Sport
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson wants UEFA to consider taking retrospective action on bookings as well as red cards in Champions League matches. Read
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Henry dubs Iwelumo the John Carew of Molineux
Nov 04 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES skipper Karl Henry has tagged Chris Iwelumo as the John Carew of Molineux. Read
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Michael Kightly warns Arsenal and Chelsea that Wolves are “a wounded animal”
Nov 04 2009 | Wolves FC News
MICHAEL Kightly has warned Arsenal and Chelsea that Wolves are “a wounded animal” fearing no-one. Read
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Henry dubs Iwelumo the John Carew of Molineux
Nov 04 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES skipper Karl Henry has tagged Chris Iwelumo as the John Carew of Molineux. Read
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Michael Kightly warns Arsenal and Chelsea that Wolves are “a wounded animal”
Nov 04 2009 | Wolves FC News
MICHAEL Kightly has warned Arsenal and Chelsea that Wolves are “a wounded animal” fearing no-one. Read
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Wolves star compared to Aston Villa striker John Carew
Nov 04 2009 | Wolves FC News
WOLVES skipper Karl Henry has tagged Chris Iwelumo as the John Carew of Molineux. Read
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Police appeal after sex attack on dog walker in Redditch
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
West Mercia Police have appealed for the public's help to trace a man who sexually assaulted a woman in the Batchley area of Redditch. Read
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Inquest opens into death of Birmingham man struck by police car
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A father of three with a history of mental illness died in police custody after being struck by a patrol car called to his home, an inquest jury was told today. Read
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Former Birmingham prisoner in running for Women of the Year award
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM woman who turned her life around after being sent to prison has been nominated as an inspirational role model. Read
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Birmingham MPs welcome findings of Kelly report on expenses
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM MPs today broadly welcomed the report by the standards watchdog. Read
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158 jobs under threat at Bmibaby
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A total of 158 staff at low-fare airline bmibaby, including workers at Birmingham Airport, face losing their jobs under restructuring plans announced by the carrier. Read
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Father fighting for life after Tipton house fire
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
The 45-year-old was rescued by firefighters from the bungalow on High Street, Princes End, Tipton. Read
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Anger over disruption to Remembrance Sunday service in Centenary Square
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A EX-SERVICEMAN and former Lord Mayor of Birmingham has accused the city council of letting down war veterans by starting building work in Centenary Square just two weeks ahead of Remembrance Sunday. Read
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Deputy Birmingham council leader defends Working Neighbourhood Fund spending
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
IN SETTING up the Working Neighbourhood Fund (WNF), the Government was very clear that the money was not restricted to being spent on specific issues but can be used flexibly to respond to local priorities. Read
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Classical singer Ollie Baines backs Birmingham Mail Badge of Honour campaign
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
TOP classical singer Ollie Baines today urged friends and families of British troops to get behind the Birmingham Mail’s Badge of Honour campaign to recognise unsung military heroes. Read
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Birmingham medics who saved the lives of troops scoop awards
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM medics who saved the lives of dozens of British troops have scooped a trio of major healthcare awards. Read
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The West Midlands soldiers who have died over the past 12 months
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
SOLDIERS who have died in action the last 12 months: Read
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Terry Coley thanks his lucky stars after scooping £500 in the Birmingham Mail instant cash bonanza
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
LUCKY Terry Coley’s £500 win in the Birmingham Mail’s instant cash bonanza was written in the stars. Read
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Daughter found dead on same rail track as father in Kidderminster
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
on a railway line in Kidderminster just three days after her father was killed on the same stretch of track. Read
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Teen involved in Halesowen burglary heard dying raiders shouting for help
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A TEENAGER involved in a burglary which left two of the raiders dead from carbon dioxide poisoning told a coroner how he heard them shouting for help. Read
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Quinton man in dead dog request facing jail
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM man who called an animal hospital to ask if it could dispose of his dead dog is facing jail. Read
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Inquest to begin into police custody death
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
An inquest is due to begin into the death of a 38-year-old Birmingham man who died after being taken into police custody more than six years ago. Read
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Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre under new ownership
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
THE Alexandra Theatre is under new ownership after its owner was taken over in a £90 million deal. Read
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Commonwealth Games baton passes through Birmingham
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A baton bearing a message from the Queen has passed through Birmingham at the start of a relay journey to the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi. Read
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Birmingham City Council boss ‘proud’ of Single Status programme
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
Birmingham City Council’s human resources boss is ‘‘damn proud’’ of the authority’s controversial Single Status programme, an employment tribunal heard. Read
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Five British soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
Five British soldiers were killed in a single incident in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence said today. Next of kin have been informed. Read
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Government minister backs £22m action over Phoenix 4
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
The Government has offered to support legal action forcing former Rover directors to hand over up to £22 million to former employees and community projects. Read
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UB40 play gig at Digbeth’s Rainbow pub to raise cash for roof
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
UB40’s Brian Travers says Birmingham faces becoming a city famous for nothing more than “empty duplexes and shoe shops” unless more is done to protect the music scene. Read
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Policeman acting as physio for Stourbridge in cup clash against Walsall
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A MIDLAND policeman is up for the cup – for he will on the bench for non-league Stourbridge in their big Black Country derby against Walsall. Read
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Fireworks should be quieter, according to West Midlands MP Tom Watson
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
FIREWORKS should be quieter, according to a West Midlands MP. Read
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Staffordshire Hoard is heading back to Mildands
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
PART of the Staffordshire Hoard of Anglo-Saxon gold – which could be snapped up by Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery – will head back to the Midlands next year, it has emerged. Read
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Birmingham could launch autumn arts festival in 2013 as part of bid to become UK City of Culture
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A Birmingham autumn arts festival, on a size and scale to rival Edinburgh and Paris, could be launched in 2013 as part of the drive to become the UK City of Culture. Read
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Shard End stunner a finalist in national beauty pageant
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
IT’S not just the curvy girls who are trying to make their mark on beauty pageants. Read
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Former Birmingham prisoner in running for Women of the Year award
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM woman who turned her life around after being sent to prison has been nominated as an inspirational role model. Read
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Children's charity Acorns reveal new uniforms in fight against bogus collectors
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
A CHILDREN’S hospice charity has issued staff with new uniforms to stop thieves and bogus collectors in their tracks. Read
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Baby joy for Walsall Apprentice hopeful Jo Cameron
Nov 04 2009 | Top Stories
APPRENTICE star Jo Cameron has spoken of her baby joy two years after she lost a child and defied doctors who feared she might never fall pregnant again. Read
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UB40 play at the Rainbow pub in Digbeth
Nov 04 2009 | Colin Whittock Cartoons
“Never mind ‘But you like UB40’ – you’re supposed to be complaining about the noise!” Read
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Tom Ross Column: Premier League is full of softies
Nov 04 2009 | Walsall FC News
HAVE you noticed how prevalent it’s becoming for players who, with minimal contact from an opponent, fall to the ground as if they have been shot? Read
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Taundry and Till likely to be out of Walsall team in Stourbridge clash
Nov 04 2009 | Walsall FC News
RICHARD Taundry and Peter Till are likely absentees from Walsall’s team against Stourbridge for the FA Cup first-round clash on Saturday. Read
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Steve Jones says Chris Hutchings was right to put him on bench despite his super-sub performance
Nov 04 2009 | Walsall FC News
STEVE Jones has revealed he had no problems with being left on the bench when Walsall visited Wycombe Wanderers last Saturday. Read
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Chris Hutchings says Walsall can still aim for play-offs in short-term
Nov 04 2009 | Walsall FC News
CHRIS Hutchings today admitted he would be “disappointed” not to take Walsall into the League One play-offs in the relatively short term. Read
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Ex-England star Craig White turns down job of bowling coach at Warwickshire
Nov 04 2009 | Warwickshire CCC
CRAIG White has turned down the job of bowling coach at Warwickshire to stay in his role with Yorkshire 2nd XI. Read
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Luxurious way to get in the swing
Nov 04 2009 | UK Holidays
THE Belfry near Sutton Coldfield is a name synonymous with the Ryder Cup, having staged it no fewer than four times. Read
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A bygone style of travel beckons
Nov 04 2009 | UK Holidays
FROM the moment the cream and brown carriages of the Northern Belle came into view expectations were high. Read
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Plants find Oasis at sea
Nov 04 2009 | Travel News
MORE than 12,000 plants will be used to add ambience to the world’s largest cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas. Read
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Cruise firm nets awards
Nov 04 2009 | Travel News
FRED Olsen Cruise Lines has picked up two awards in the 2009 Cruise Critic.co.uk Editors’ Picks Award listing. Read
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Haven eyes for £40m wow factor
Nov 04 2009 | Travel News
WHILE many companies are tightening their belts, Haven Holidays are investing a massive £40 million in new facilities and developments on their UK Holiday Parks. Read
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Heading east for markets
Nov 04 2009 | Travel News
NOTHING stirs up the excitement of Christmas than visiting a traditional Christmas market, but this year more than most, travellers will be looking for value from their trip. Read
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Self-catering in the land of Santa
Nov 04 2009 | Travel News
MONARCH Holidays, the longest established Finnish Lapland specialist, has introduced self-catering options for its three, four and five-night duration trips for the first time in its 21 years of operation to the destination. Read
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Majestic views from voyage to tippermost top of Europe
Nov 04 2009 | Holidays Abroad
WHILE others soaked up the sun in Torquay or Tenerife, here was a chance to sail away, take a swim in the Arctic and celebrate a Warwickshire coach firm’s centenary year. Read
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'Being there' could be all your pal needs
Nov 04 2009 | Agony Aunt
QMY best friend has had one rotten relationship after another, her marriage failed, she's been unable to have children, both her parents have died recently and now her boyfriend's dumped her. How do I help her get back on her feet? Read
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Why things are starting to look up for Everton
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
David Moyes is determined that Everton will restore their battered reputation in Europe tomorrow. Read
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Tottenham dealt a blow ahead of next game
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon is expected to miss Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash against Sunderland, although the better news for Harry Redknapp is encouragement over Luka Modric's return to light training. Read
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Why I'm not just a big game player by Manchester United's Darren Fletcher
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Darren Fletcher is not allowing himself to get affected by his new tag as Manchester United's "big game player". Read
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Manchester United player determined to be peaceful at Chelsea
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Patrice Evra returns to the scene of his "battle with the groundsman" on Sunday eager to put the controversy behind him and help Manchester United overcome the team he regards as the biggest threat to their hopes of a title four-timer. Read
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Risky strategy from Liverpool FC?
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Fernando Torres will carry the hopes of Liverpool on his shoulders tonight, with boss Rafael Benitez praying his gamble to play the injured striker pays off. Read
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Arsenal boss hails youth development
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Arsene Wenger is confident youngster Kieran Gibbs will thrive in an unexpected run at left-back in the first team. Read
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Huge setback for Everton
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta has suffered a setback in his recovery from a serious knee injury, manager David Moyes has confirmed. Read
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Manchester United: A case for a defence
Nov 04 2009 | Premier League
Wes Brown has conceded Manchester United will have to defend far better at Stamford Bridge on Sunday if they are to get anything out of their blockbuster confrontation with Chelsea. Read
