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2010
Articles from 28th Jan 2010
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Car children died of asphyxiation
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Initial results from post-mortem examinations carried out on two young children - whose mother has been arrested for their murder - showed signs they died of asphyxiation, police have said. Read
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Brown sets 2011 Afghan deadline
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Gordon Brown has set a deadline of the middle of next year for "turning the tide" against the Taliban - suggesting that could be when British troops start coming home. Read
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Catcher In Rye author Salinger dies
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Catcher In The Rye author JD Salinger has died at the age of 91, it has been announced. Read
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BBC rapped over value of big events
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The BBC has failed to show that its coverage of major sporting and music events provides the best possible value for money, a National Audit Office (NAO) report has found. Read
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Villepin cleared of Sarkozy slander
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin has been cleared of being involved in a smear campaign against President Nicolas Sarkozy when he stood for election. Read
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Two more held over boy's shooting
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Detectives investigating the shooting of a 17-year-old boy have arrested two more teenagers. Read
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Rail firm axes 300 jobs in overhaul
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A rail maintenance firm has come under attack for announcing plans to axe 300 jobs to "restructure and refocus" its business. Read
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Police knew family of dead children
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Police had "previous contact" with a mother and her estranged husband before she allegedly murdered her two young children, it was revealed. Read
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BBC rapped over big events' value
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The BBC has failed to show that its coverage of major sporting and music events provides the best possible value for money, a National Audit Office (NAO) report has found. Read
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MMR row doctor abused trust - GMC
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The doctor who sparked the MMR controversy "showed a callous disregard" for the suffering of children and "abused his position of trust", a disciplinary panel has ruled. Read
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Increase in alcohol-related deaths
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The number of alcohol-related deaths in Britain has more than doubled since the early 1990s, official figures show. Read
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NHS boss 'ordered report rewrite'
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A hospital official has been suspended after allegedly ordering a rewrite of a damning report to avoid negative publicity, an NHS trust has confirmed. Read
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Fire crews rescue ill 40-stone man
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A 40-stone man had to be rescued by six fire crews after he suffered a heart attack. Read
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Numbers fall in 60% of police areas
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Police officer numbers fell in six out of 10 forces last year, Home Office figures show. Read
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GMC: MMR-row medic failed in duties
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The doctor at the centre of the MMR controversy "failed in his duties as a responsible consultant" and went against the interests of children in his care, a disciplinary panel has ruled. Read
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'Tough times ahead' in Afghan fight
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Nato has to "turn the tide" against the Taliban by next year, Gordon Brown insisted as he warned of more bloodshed to come. Read
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Royal Mail chief is new ITV boss
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Broadcaster ITV's hunt for a chief executive finally ended after the firm turned to Royal Mail boss Adam Crozier. Read
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Doherty filmmaker 'died from drugs'
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A young member of the Goldsmith dynasty who recently made a film about troubled singer Pete Doherty has been found dead of a suspected drugs overdose. Read
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Home shopping firm axing 1,500 jobs
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Home shopping group Shop Direct is to axe 1,500 jobs at three of its centres, union leaders have been told. Read
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Toyota warns of jobs 'surplus'
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Car giant Toyota has warned unions it had a "headcount surplus" of 750 at its main UK factory, raising fears of major job losses. Read
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7/7 victim's account hacker jailed
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A bank employee has been jailed for two years for using the account of a victim of the 7/7 bombings to steal money. Read
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Taxman wins offshore havens case
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The taxman's bid to claw back millions from UK residents who put their money in tax-haven offshore trusts has been given the backing of the High Court. Read
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Mother faces quiz over child deaths
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Detectives are still waiting to question a former City worker suspected of murdering her two young children after recently splitting from her partner. Read
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Afghan handover 'to start in 2010'
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The province-by-province handover of security in Afghanistan to Afghan forces will begin later this year, Gordon Brown has said. Read
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Tributes to 'friendly fire' victim
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Hundreds of people have gathered to pay their respects to a soldier who was killed in Afghanistan in a suspected friendly fire incident. Read
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Sky to screen football match in 3D
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Sunday's Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester United will be the world's first live 3D TV sports broadcast, Sky has said. Read
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Mother quizzed over child deaths
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A former City worker who recently split from her partner is being questioned over the murder of her two young children. Read
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Apple unveils 'do-all' iPad tablet
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Apple has ended weeks of speculation with the launch of its iPad, a device it claims bridges the gap between the laptop and the smartphone. Read
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Fans in custody after derby match
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Eleven football fans were arrested in the build up to the Manchester derby are being held in custody. Read
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Mother to be quizzed after deaths
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Detectives are waiting to question a mother suspected of murdering her two young children before making an apparent suicide attempt. Read
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'Job offers' for Taliban on agenda
Jan 28 2010 | National News
A bid to lure Taliban fighters away from the insurgency with job offers will be high on the agenda when up to 70 countries meet for crucial talks on the future of Afghanistan. Read
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100 on run from immigration centres
Jan 28 2010 | National News
More than 100 foreign nationals are on the run after escaping from immigration detention. Read
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'MMR doctor' to hear GMC decision
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The doctor at the centre of the MMR controversy is due to learn whether he could face sanctions. Read
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I don't quit, vows defiant Obama
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Declaring "I don't quit," an embattled President Barack Obama has vowed in his first State of the Union address to make job growth his topmost priority for the year. Read
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Report wants better Green Belt use
Jan 28 2010 | National News
Green Belt land could be used to provide more local food, community farms and allotments, conservationists have suggested. Read
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Chlamydia measures 'inadequate'
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The Government has no idea if a programme to drive down chlamydia infections is having an effect, MPs have claimed. Read
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More mental care urged for veterans
Jan 28 2010 | National News
The Government is not doing enough to stop Afghanistan war veterans plunging into alcohol problems, crime and suicide, a mental health charity has warned. Read
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Sort out the muddle over mercy killing
Jan 28 2010 | The Stirrer
SO LET’S get this straight. Read
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Aston Villa 0, Arsenal 0: Mat Kendrick's big match verdict
Jan 28 2010 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill refuses to share a glass of wine with his Arsenal adversary Arsene Wenger after matches – and he will have been just as reluctant to have shared the points last night. Read
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Arsenal boss slammed by Aston Villa counterpart for 'long-ball' jibe
Jan 28 2010 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill blasted Arsene Wenger for an appalling insult after the Arsenal boss branded Villa an “English long-ball team” following last night’s goalless draw. Read
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Aston Villa v Arsenal: Mat Kendrick's summary and stats
Jan 28 2010 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill refuses to share a glass of wine with his Arsenal adversary Arsene Wenger after matches – and he will have been just as reluctant to have shared the points last night. Read
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Aston Villa: Let's beat Manchester United! - Martin O'Neill
Jan 28 2010 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill has challenged his Carling Cup finalists to “win the game” after learning that Villa will face Manchester United in the showpiece occasion at Wembley. Read
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Birmingham City remain in talks for Tottenham Hotspur star Roman Pavlyuchenko
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham City News
Birmingham City are trying to negotiate a deal with Spurs for the transfer of striker Roman Pavlyuchenko. Read
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Chelsea 3, Birmingham City 0: Colin Tattum's big match verdict
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham City News
THE unbeatables finally fell, to the impregnables. Read
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Birmingham City Alex McLeish issues striker warning to his board
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish has warned the Blues board that his strikers are in danger of burnout unless they bring in reinforcements. Read
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We missed chances to get back in the game, says Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham City News
Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish admitted that his side had their chances to muscle their way back into the match at Stamford Bridge last night, but it wasn’t to be. Read
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No disgrace to be beaten by world-class Chelsea, says Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham City News
UPBEAT Alex McLeish insisted that his side should not be disgraced after seeing Blues’ incredible unbeaten run come to an end at Stamford Bridge last night. Read
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Chelsea 3 Birmingham City 0: Big match analysis
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham City News
THE unbeatables finally fell, to the impregnables. Read
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Breaking news: West Brom agree deal for Dutch winger
Jan 28 2010 | West Brom News
West Brom were today closing in on the loan signing of Dutchman Andwele Slory. Read
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West Brom duo call for home improvements
Jan 28 2010 | West Brom News
West Brom duo Jonas Olsson and Chris Brunt insist that Albion need to urgently fix their Hawthorns’ record ahead of Saturday’s game against Sheffield United. Read
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Tamworth fear defender Dominic Langdon could leave the club
Jan 28 2010 | Non-League
TAMWORTH fear defender Dominic Langdon is likely to leave the club – but they fully understand his reasons. Read
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Birmingham Brummies speedway team given a sponsor boost
Jan 28 2010 | Birmingham Speedway
BIRMINGHAM will again carry the name of club sponsors BRC Roofing into the 2010 season. Read
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Storrie hints at exclusion
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Portsmouth chief executive Peter Storrie has suggested he was left out of negotiations with Tottenham over the sale of Younes Kaboul. Read
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Smalling deal confirmed
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Manchester United have confirmed the capture of Fulham defender Chris Smalling. Read
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Alonso cautious over title hopes
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Fernando Alonso may be pocketing an eye-popping £20million a year to drive for Ferrari, but the double world champion has refused to bet even one euro on himself adding a third title this year. Read
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Grewcock handed seven-week ban
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Bath lock Danny Grewcock has been suspended for seven weeks after being found guilty of stamping on Ulster flanker Stephen Ferris in last weekend's Heineken Cup tie at The Rec. Read
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Williams and Henin set for Melbourne showdown
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
World number one Serena Williams will need to end the fairytale return of Justine Henin if she is to successfully defend her Australian Open title after they reached the final with contrasting wins. Read
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Murray magic books final spot
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Andy Murray believes he is in the form of his life after he booked his place in the final of the Australian Open with a four-set win over Marin Cilic. Read
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McLeish confirms Pav interest
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Birmingham manager Alex McLeish has confirmed his interest in signing Tottenham striker Roman Pavlyuchenko. Read
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Vermaelen injury boost for Gunners
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Arsenal's worst fears over Thomas Vermaelen have been allayed after it was revealed he has not broken his leg. Read
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Website woe leaves Pompey red-faced
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
The extent of Portsmouth's financial difficulties were underlined on Thursday when the club's official website was temporarily shut down. Read
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Brown seeking new Hunt deal
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Hull manager Phil Brown has discussed a new contract with Stephen Hunt in an attempt to stave off persistent interest from Wolves. Read
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Hala'ufia handed four-week ban
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
London Irish number eight Chris Hala'ufia has been banned for four weeks after pleading guilty to striking Leinster captain Leo Cullen. Read
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Robinho heading back to Santos
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Manchester City forward Robinho is to rejoin Santos on a six-month loan after the two clubs today reached agreement on the deal. Read
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Ferdinand banned for four matches
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Rio Ferdinand has received a four-match suspension after losing his appeal against an FA violent conduct charge. Read
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Warnock committed to Palace
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Neil Warnock is staying on as manager of Crystal Palace despite their slide into administration. Read
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Henin eases past Zheng Jie
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Justine Henin is one step away from completing a fairytale return from retirement after she won through to the Australian Open final with a straight-sets win over Zheng Jie. Read
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Pompey website shut down
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
The extent of Portsmouth's financial difficulties were underlined on Thursday when the club confirmed their official website has been shut down. Read
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Reo-Coker out for up to three months
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Aston Villa have been rocked by the news midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker could be sidelined for up to three months with an ankle injury sustained in training. Read
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Ferguson hails van der Sar class
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Edwin van der Sar as the best goalkeeper in the Barclays Premier League. Read
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Murray storms into final
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Andy Murray moved just one win away from claiming his maiden grand slam title on Thursday after he recovered from a set behind to defeat Marin Cilic in the semi-finals of the Australian Open. Read
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Cipriani withdraws from Saxons squad
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Danny Cipriani has withdrawn from the England Saxons squad ahead of Sunday's game against Ireland A due to a family bereavement. Read
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Johnson upbeat over England progress
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Martin Johnson is confident England head into the RBS 6 Nations with the strongest squad he has been able to select during an often-troubled 18-month reign. Read
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Strachan expects Johnson to stay
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Middlesbrough boss Gordon Strachan expects winger Adam Johnson to see out his contract on Teesside with the club having rejected a series off offers. Read
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Martinez hits out at Figueroa agent
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez on Wednesday night let rip into what he called the "disgusting" speculation that has surrounded Maynor Figueroa. Read
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Gudjohnsen set for Spurs
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has claimed the club are on the verge of completing the loan signing of striker Eidur Gudjohnsen. Read
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O'Neill unhappy with Wenger comments
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Martin O'Neill accused his Arsenal counterpart Arsene Wenger of making "ridiculous statements" after he branded Aston Villa a long-ball team. Read
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Terry targets Turf Moor win
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Chelsea captain John Terry has urged his team-mates to put more pressure on their Barclays Premier League title rivals with victory over Burnley on Saturday. Read
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Ferguson: We could have scored seven
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson claimed Manchester United would not have been flattered if they had scored "six or seven" in their Carling Cup semi-final thriller with Manchester City. Read
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City close in on Johnson
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Manchester City will try to make up for their shattering Carling Cup semi-final disappointment by engaging in a little bit of retail therapy. Read
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Robson into last four
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Teenager Laura Robson stormed into the semi-finals of the Australian Open girls' championships with a comfortable 6-1 6-0 victory over Ester Goldfeld. Read
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Henin into final
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Justine Henin is one step away from completing a fairytale return from retirement after she won through to the Australian Open final with a straight-sets win over Zheng Jie. Read
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Serena Williams into final
Jan 28 2010 | National Sport
Defending champion Serena Williams booked her place in the Australian Open final after beating China's Li Na in two tie-break sets. Read
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Wolves: McCarthy set for "massive" game at Hull
Jan 28 2010 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy today pinpointed Wolves’ visit to Hull City on Saturday as a match they “can’t afford to lose”. Read
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Barnardo's Black Country Wheels project helps young people get back on track
Jan 28 2010 | Education
KUBILAY Dogan was 14 years old and afraid he was on the scrap heap. Excluded from two different schools after being unable to control his temper, he felt there was no future. Read
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Solihull Council member Ian Hillas given conditional discharge and forced to sign Sex Offenders' Register
Jan 28 2010 | Solihull News
A SENIOR Midland councillor who kissed a girl of 16 as they danced at a birthday party has been forced to sign the sex offenders’ register. Read
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Wheels put me on the right road
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
KUBILAY Dogan was 14 years old and afraid he was on the scrap heap. Excluded from two different schools after being unable to control his temper, he felt there was no future. Read
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Traffic chaos on M6
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A BROKEN-down lorry caused hour-long tailbacks on the M6 and Aston expressway this morning. Read
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Khyra Ishaq trial: Hungry boy tried to eat plastic toy
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A BOY who lived with Khyra Ishaq was so hungry when he was taken to hospital he tried to eat plastic toy food, Birmingham Crown Court heard. Read
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Man hurt in wall collapse
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A MAN was rushed to hospital after a wall collapsed on top of him in Birmingham. Read
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Children evacuated after blaze at Solihull school
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
TWO boys were arrested on suspicion of arson after a blaze at a Midland school. Read
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1,800 join Facebook site remembering Arron Bridger who died in a car crash in Redditch
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
THE mum of a Midland teenager killed when his car careered off the road and smashed into a tree has told how her son was “one in a million”. Read
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Massive £2.4billion cuts to be made to NHS in West Midlands.
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
FEARS for the future of the NHS in the Midlands are growing as it emerged the region will suffer ‘devastating’ £2.4 billion of cuts over the next four years. Read
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Police get more time to quiz Birmingham terror swoop man
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
POLICE were last night granted further time to question a man arrested in anti-terror swoops in Birmingham. Read
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Fire service managers face arrest over deaths of Warwickshire firefighters killed in warehouse blaze
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
THREE Midland fire service managers face arrest over the deaths of four firefighters killed in a warehouse blaze more than two years ago, union chiefs alleged. Read
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Solihull Council member forced to sign Sex Offenders' Register
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A SENIOR Midland councillor who kissed a girl of 16 as they danced at a birthday party has been forced to sign the sex offenders’ register. Read
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Billions wiped of midland rich list in recession
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
THE deepest recession for decades has wiped a massive £3.63 billion off the fortunes of the Midlands mega-rich in just 12 months, this year’s Birmingham Post Rich List reveals. Read
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Solihull maternity unit to close for three months
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
THE maternity unit at Solihull Hospital will be closed for up to three months to all births. Read
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Valentine's stroll in Edgbaston
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
LOVERS are invited to take a romantic walk through the new spring display at Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens on Valentine’s day. Read
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£23M Contracts awarded to homeless charities in Birmingham
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
CONTROVERSIAL contracts worth £23 million have been awarded to organisations fighting to stop some of Birmingham’s most vulnerable people being made homeless. Read
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Mailman Gregg wants Aston Villa fans' cup final stories
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
THE Mail is going cup final crazy – with our dedicated reporter bringing you all the build-up from Villa fans preparing to head down Wembley Way. Read
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New Birmingham Fame Academy plan is unispiring and bland say architecture watchdogs
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A NEW Birmingham ‘Fame Academy’ building has been described as “bland” and “uninspiring” by critics. Read
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Eager Aston Villa fans pick up Wembley tickets
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
IT’S that Wembley feeling money just can’t buy! Read
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Controversial Tesco superstore in Hodge Hill finally opens its doors
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
MORE than 40 customers braved the cold to be the first to shop in a controversial supermarket which created 250 jobs. Read
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Cadbury pensions boss demands Kraft's 'commitment'
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
THE chairman of Cadbury’s pension fund has publicly challenged Kraft over how it planned to tackle a £482 million shortfall in the chocolate maker’s retirement fund. Read
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MP Who Attacked "Whingeing" Cadbury Workers Told To Apologise
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
BUNGLING Bill Wiggin, the MP who attacked Cadbury’s “whingeing workforce”, has been asked to apologise to Bournville workers following a furious clash with Birmingham MPs in the House of Commons. Read
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Louisa Watts, 106, struggling to get used to her new nursing home in Blakenhall
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
ONE of Britain’s oldest women is struggling to adapt to life in her new home after she was moved on by Wolverhampton City Council. Read
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Old soldier facing being evicted from his Rubery home
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
HE served the country faithfully during World War Two, spending years away from his family and losing a lung to tuberculosis. Read
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Union workers stage Cadbury's protest
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
DOZENS of angry Cadbury protestors gathered to tell Kraft bosses: “Stuff your shares.” Read
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Aston University jitsu club raises hundreds for Haiti
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
MEMBERS of a club have been fighting fit as they raised hundreds for victims of the Haiti earthquake. Read
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Shirley family in hospital following house fire
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A FAMILY of four were taken to hospital after a fire gutted an upstairs bedroom in their home. Read
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Rewards offered in hunt for Birmingham gang who used a cemetery digger to smash into bank in Handsworth
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
BANKERS today offered a £3,000 reward for information leading to the capture of a gun-toting gang who tied up three cemetery workers and threatened police with a gun during a dramatic hold-up. Read
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Brum's nightspots Best Bar None
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
STAFF at Birmingham’s nightspots are rolling up their sleeves to battle it out in this year’s “Best Bar None” scheme. Read
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TV viewers caught without licenses
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
NEARLY 10,000 people in Birmingham were caught watching TV without a licence last year, latest figures showed. Read
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School pack to target graffiti problem in Birmingham
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
YOUNGSTERS are set for lessons in the costs of graffiti and how they might land a criminal record if they deface public property thanks to a new pack being sent to Birmingham schools. Read
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Top Birmingham Liberal Democrat admits spying mission against Labour opponent
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
A LEADING Birmingham Liberal Democrat is at the centre of an extraordinary “bugging” row after arranging for a private conversation involving his Labour arch-rival to be secretly taped. Read
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Achtung! Ticket machine at Brunel Street Car Park in Birmingham talks German
Jan 28 2010 | Top Stories
VE hav vays of making you park! Read
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University unveils new advice centre
Jan 28 2010 | Learning Zone
A new advice centre for potential students has opened at the University of Wolverhampton. Read
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Skills on Saturday
Jan 28 2010 | Learning Zone
WALSALL College is encouraging local people to put their Saturdays to good use by boosting their skills. Read
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Hutchings calls for Walsall consistency
Jan 28 2010 | Walsall FC News
CHRIS Hutchings believes that if Walsall keep playing to the standards they hit against Norwich on Tuesday they will return to winning ways “sooner rather than later”. Read
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Arsenal youngster praised by manager
Jan 28 2010 | Premier League
Arsene Wenger is confident Arsenal will soon again see the best of England forward Theo Walcott. Read
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Tottenham Hotspur: Gudjohnsen, Kjaer and other transfer talk
Jan 28 2010 | Premier League
Tottenham's last-ditch attempt to sign Eidur Gudjohnsen on loan has reignited the bad blood between themselves and West Ham from last January's transfer window. Read
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Page from History: First Brum bobby to be murdered
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
Crime Files has delved into the archives of the West Midlands Police Museum. The museum has an unsurpassed collection of equipment, photographs and stories charting the development of the police through the ages. This week, we tell the story of the first Birmingham officer killed in the line of duty. Read
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Crime Victim: We would never give in to our attackers
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
WHEN Habib Malik stands up, you can be forgiven for thinking you are talking to the wrong person. Read
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Helplines
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
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Top Tips: Don’t fall victim to card conmen
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
BIRMINGHAM has been named one of the UK’s hotspots for card fraud. Read
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Violent crime goes down nine per cent to make Brum safer
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
BIRMINGHAM has retained its crown as the country’s safest core city. Read
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Revamped watch scheme will help protect local communities
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
FRUSTRATED families fed up of living with the fear of crime are being offered the tools to fight back with a new look watch scheme. Read
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Bobby of the Week: Golden boy cutting crime in the Jewellery Quarter
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
AS POLICE beats go, it’s fair to say Sgt Ifty Ahmed’s patch is a sparkling one. Read
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Gangbusting motorway cops are in the honours
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
OFFICERS from the Central Motorway Police Group were honoured this week for their innovation and dedication to duty. Read
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Local Hero: The man who gave up music scene to fight drug culture
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
HE HAD it all. A top music promoter working with some of the biggest chart names of their time. Read
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Our millions of visitors are in safe hands
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
BIRMINGHAM’S hard-won reputation as the safest city centres in the country has continued to grow over the past 12 months. Read
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Tread carefully, police forensics warn criminals
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
THE matching of Thornton’s boot to a footprint found near to where Mary Ashford’s body was found may have been one of the earliest recorded uses of footwear identification. Read
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From the Archives: Chilling similarities of the murders of two young women - 157 years apart
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
WHEN the semi-naked body of pretty Barbara Forrest was found dumped in picturesque parkland more than 35 years ago, it sent shockwaves around Birmingham. Read
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Caught on Camera: Help police kick louts off trams and trains
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
POLICE today appealed for help to trace loud-mouthed louts abusing tram staff in a new crackdown to protect public transport workers. Read
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Unsolved: Shot dead in the rush hour
Jan 28 2010 | CrimeFiles
THE murder of teenage gun victim Stephon Davidson was brazen in the extreme. Read
