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Articles on how to get healthy, fashion tips, make the best of your home/garden and lots more. http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/2009/11/06/peugeot-is-flying-high-at-the-moment-which-might-be-why-motorists-trying-out-the-company-s-newest-compact-mpv-could-be-forgiven-for-thinking-they-are-at-the-controls-of-an-aircraft-rather-than-a-car-97319-25101011/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/2009/11/06/peugeot-is-flying-high-at-the-moment-which-might-be-why-motorists-trying-out-the-company-s-newest-compact-mpv-could-be-forgiven-for-thinking-they-are-at-the-controls-of-an-aircraft-rather-than-a-car-97319-25101011/ Get behind the wheel of the new seven-seater Peugeot 5008 Exclusive and you feel as if you are sitting in the cockpit of an executive jet. Motoring http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/micra-thrives-on-our-scraps-97319-25100174/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:10:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/micra-thrives-on-our-scraps-97319-25100174/ BRITAIN’S new-cars-for-old scrappage scheme has helped boost production of the Nissan Micra. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/seat-dealership-starts-with-a-gift-97319-25100148/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:09:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/seat-dealership-starts-with-a-gift-97319-25100148/ A NEW SEAT car dealership has celebrated its launch by donating £500 to a Birmingham hospice. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/road-tax-hotline-97319-25100109/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:08:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/road-tax-hotline-97319-25100109/ DVLA has launched a memorable new 0300 phone line for motorists to tax their vehicles. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/vw-squeezes-in-a-bit-more-97319-25100140/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:08:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/vw-squeezes-in-a-bit-more-97319-25100140/ THE next new engine from Volkswagen is expected to prove that it is possible to get an automotive quart from a pint pot. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/clean-drive-sees-new-golf-go-on-the-green-97319-25100078/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:07:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/clean-drive-sees-new-golf-go-on-the-green-97319-25100078/ VOLKSWAGEN has taken a swing at eco competitors by launching the cleanest, greenest and most efficient version of its popular Golf model. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/buyers-will-pay-a-price-for-delay-97319-25100060/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:04:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/buyers-will-pay-a-price-for-delay-97319-25100060/ NEW cars could end up costing hundreds of pounds more than buyers expect due to long delivery times. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/camera-aids-parking-the-grand-vitara-97319-25100059/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:03:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/camera-aids-parking-the-grand-vitara-97319-25100059/ A NEW camera system will make light work of reversing a Suzuki Grand Vitara into tight spaces. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/van-sales-on-the-decline-97319-25100058/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:02:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/van-sales-on-the-decline-97319-25100058/ VAN sales are expected to reach a total of 182,800 this year – 45.8 per cent down on the total sold in 2007. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/scrappage-is-green-boost-97319-25100049/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/motoring-news/2009/11/05/scrappage-is-green-boost-97319-25100049/ BRITAIN’S car scrappage incentive helped tailpipe emission figures take a dramatic fall in September. Motoring News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/road-tests/2009/11/05/peugeot-compact-mpv-is-a-high-flier-97319-25100040/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:59:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/motoring/road-tests/2009/11/05/peugeot-compact-mpv-is-a-high-flier-97319-25100040/ PEUGEOT is flying high at the moment, which might be why motorists trying out the company’s newest compact MPV could be forgiven for thinking they are at the controls of an aircraft rather than a car. Road Tests http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/blaze-ravaged-college-celebrates-reopening-97319-25098774/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:04:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/blaze-ravaged-college-celebrates-reopening-97319-25098774/ Exactly a year since being devastated by fire, an adult education college located in a beautiful former Cadbury family home in Selly Oak celebrated its official reopening. Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/papers-launch-new-event-97319-25098771/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:03:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/papers-launch-new-event-97319-25098771/ The Birmingham Mail and the Birmingham Post are cementing their commitment to the West Midlands with the launch of an education and training event. Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/children-blossom-in-harvest-fund-raiser-97319-25098767/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:02:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/children-blossom-in-harvest-fund-raiser-97319-25098767/ Children at Water Mill Primary School enjoyed their annual Harvest Festival and boosted charities at the same time. Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/see-what-city-college-has-to-offer-97319-25098762/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/see-what-city-college-has-to-offer-97319-25098762/ Choosing the right course and deciding which to apply for can be daunting with so much choice on offer. Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/open-day-to-give-insight-97319-25098751/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:56:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/open-day-to-give-insight-97319-25098751/ Birmingham Metropolitan College will reveal the secrets of its academic success when it holds an open day for prospective students on Saturday, November 14, from 10am to 2pm. Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/simon-s-big-break-through-deaffest-97319-25098749/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:55:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/simon-s-big-break-through-deaffest-97319-25098749/ A talented graphic design student who achieved his big break while exhibiting work for the very first time is set to gain more acclaim at a forthcoming event. Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/college-celebrates-97-500-windfall-97319-25098691/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:51:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/learning-zone/2009/11/05/college-celebrates-97-500-windfall-97319-25098691/ Bournville College is celebrating, having secured £97,500 from the Government as part of a “learning for pleasure” innovation, spearheaded by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS). Learning Zone http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/recipes/2009/11/05/feast-of-flash-bangers-97319-25097839/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:06:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/recipes/2009/11/05/feast-of-flash-bangers-97319-25097839/ WITH British Sausage Week in full swing, one of Birmingham’s top entertainment venues is sharing a recipe to make the most of the British banger. Recipes http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/cocktail-of-the-week/2009/11/05/cocktail-of-the-week-the-ginger-explosif-97319-25097819/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/cocktail-of-the-week/2009/11/05/cocktail-of-the-week-the-ginger-explosif-97319-25097819/ FROM the Courvoisier people, this is a spiced cocktail to warm up a chilly night. Cocktail of the Week http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/cocktail-of-the-week/2009/11/05/cocktail-of-the-week-amarula-coffee-surprise-97319-25097814/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:58:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/cocktail-of-the-week/2009/11/05/cocktail-of-the-week-amarula-coffee-surprise-97319-25097814/ A CREAMY, moreish blend of alcohol and coffee. Cocktail of the Week http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/wine-column/2009/11/05/smokey-little-drop-goes-with-a-bang-97319-25097812/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:57:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/wine-column/2009/11/05/smokey-little-drop-goes-with-a-bang-97319-25097812/ IT’S a guy thing! Wine Column http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/pub-reviews/2009/11/05/fort-jester-chester-road-castle-bromwich-97319-25097739/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:53:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/pub-reviews/2009/11/05/fort-jester-chester-road-castle-bromwich-97319-25097739/ THE last time I went in here was on a dark, midwinter Saturday night when the place was so unexpectedly full there didn’t appear to be any chance of being served relatively quickly. Pub Reviews http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/restaurant-reviews/2009/11/05/filini-radisson-blu-hotel-holloway-circus-birmingham-654-6000-97319-25097481/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:40:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/restaurant-reviews/2009/11/05/filini-radisson-blu-hotel-holloway-circus-birmingham-654-6000-97319-25097481/ WHEN a favourite restaurant loses its chef, it’s always a time of anxiety. Restaurant Reviews http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/chip-shop-reviews/2009/11/05/mile-oak-fish-bar-watling-st-mile-oak-tamworth-97319-25097453/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:38:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/chip-shop-reviews/2009/11/05/mile-oak-fish-bar-watling-st-mile-oak-tamworth-97319-25097453/ IF YOU get a pang for chips while travelling out to Tamworth via the “back way” from Sutton Coldfield, look out for this shop near to the traffic lights on Watling Street. Takeaway Reviews http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-tips/2009/11/05/don-t-say-no-to-brussels-97319-25097341/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:24:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-tips/2009/11/05/don-t-say-no-to-brussels-97319-25097341/ LIKE Marmite, the Brussels sprout is an acquired taste, although most people who claim to hate them have probably been scarred by encounters with horrible overcooked monstrosities in their formative years. Chef's tips http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/ingredient-of-the-week/2009/11/05/secret-s-to-give-juice-extra-body-97319-25097338/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:22:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/ingredient-of-the-week/2009/11/05/secret-s-to-give-juice-extra-body-97319-25097338/ This week's tipping's tips. Cooking Tips http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-and-drink-news/2009/11/05/quality-fast-food-is-on-right-track-97319-25097334/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:20:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/food-and-drink/food-and-drink-news/2009/11/05/quality-fast-food-is-on-right-track-97319-25097334/ AS YOU whizz through the countryside by train, you’ll see rolling fields swaying with crops or inhabited by grazing animals – testimony to the wealth of high quality food that’s produced in this country. Food and Drink News http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/agony-aunt/2009/11/04/being-there-could-be-all-your-pal-needs-97319-22973845/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:54:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/family-life/agony-aunt/2009/11/04/being-there-could-be-all-your-pal-needs-97319-22973845/ 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? Agony Aunt http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/travel-news/uk-holidays/2009/11/04/luxurious-way-to-get-in-the-swing-97319-25088355/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:52:00 GMT http://www.birminghammail.net/lifestyle/travel-news/uk-holidays/2009/11/04/luxurious-way-to-get-in-the-swing-97319-25088355/ THE Belfry near Sutton Coldfield is a name synonymous with the Ryder Cup, having staged it no fewer than four times. UK Holidays