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Birmingham student told to pay '£50k' after university takes court action against her
Mariyah Ali, the only named defendant in the Birmingham case, has vowed to continue Gaza activism on the campus of University of Birmingham - despite huge legal costs and the threat of expulsion
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Birmingham school locked down as staff call police
West Midlands Police
Holyhead Primary and Secondary School in Handsworth was on alert following reports of a man seen with a knife nearby
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Groom dies hours after marrying partner of 25 years in hospital
NHS
Donna Clarke married her partner Bill Coney at Walsall Manor Hospital and became a widow hours later when he died
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Police uncover twisted truth after grieving family contacted by son's 'killer'
Courts
David Brown caused 'considerable and unnecessary stress' to the grieving family of Dylan Price
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Aston Villa transfer news live Moussa Diaby wanted, medical booked, Max Beier surprise
Aston Villa FC
Latest Aston Villa transfer news from BirminghamLive as the summer window is up and running
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Crossbow victim's boyfriend's devastating six words as he pays tribute to 'brave queen'
Crime
Alex Klein paid a moving tribute to the 'love of his life', Hannah Hunt, who was killed alongside her mum, Carol, and sister, Louise
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Bristol Road South closed live as cyclist hit by van
Longbridge, Rubery and Rednal
Bristol Road South is currently closed in both directions in Longbridge
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Knifeman stabbed waiter five times in Indian restaurant horror attack
Solihull
Oliver Parnell left the victim with life-changing injuries
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Michael Mosley's widow shares 'overwhelming grief' as BBC prepare for day of tributes
BBC
Dr Clare Bailey said the 'Just One Thing Day' being held across the BBC in his honour on Friday, July 12, was "wonderful"
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Michael Mosley's widow shares one comfort for family after tragic death
BBC
The late TV doctor's widow Dr Clare Bailey has spoken out about life without the This Morning star for the first time
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Cyclist injured in Northfield collision with van as major road closed
Northfield
A cyclist and van collided by the Shell Petrol station just off Bristol Road South
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Partner Stories
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Gemma Collins shares huge weight loss and the diet that made it possible
The Only Way Is Essex
Former TOWIE star Gemma Collins has been on a weight loss journey for years and it looks like her efforts have finally paid off as she showed off a slimmer figure in a new video
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Clare Balding aims cheeky dig at Novak Djokovic after storming out of interview
BBC
Novak Djokovic will take on Lorenzo Musetti in the Wimbledon semi-finals on Friday and BBC presenter Clare Balding couldn't resist a cheeky dig at the world No.1
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Channel 4's George Clarke forced to hit back at health rumours as 'family hurt'
Channel 4
The Channel 4 Amazing Spaces presenter was wrongly reported to have an incurable disease
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The 'pretty' £21 Roman cardigan that 'goes with anything'
Fashion
The Multi Fringed Edge Longline Stripe Cardigan from Roman has been dubbed "a little bit different" by one shopper
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Wetherspoons names 'all' 36 pubs in England set to close - full list of locations
Pubs in Birmingham
The pub giant, which operates pubs and boozers across Birmingham, is set to swing the door shut on a whopping 36 sites as it puts boozers up for sale up and down the country.
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Food & Drink
I'm a bargain-hunting food writer - here's where to eat and drink this summer in Birmingham
Tomatoes on toast, afternoon tea and a big plate of Carribbean eats - these are my picks for the summer
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Prince William issues apology and says 'sorry' after England reach Euro 2024 final
Prince William
England will take on Spain in the final of Euro 2024 this Sunday in Berlin in Germany after defeating the Netherlands 2-1 on Wednesday night in Dortmund.
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Birmingham library used by Jack Reacher author at risk of closure as locals stage 'read-in'
Perry Barr
25 libraries are at risk of closure due to council cuts. locals have staged protests across Birmingham to keep them open
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BBC The One Show's Alex Jones shares her real name and says 'they got it wrong'
Alex Jones
The Welsh presenter has been on our screens for years but it appears we don't know her as well as we thought
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Katie Price says 'are you kidding me' after disabled son Harvey's health assessment
Katie Price
She told her The Katie Price Show listeners that her son was on "medicine to keep him alive" but "they just think it’s behaviour"
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UK households who keep bread near taps in kitchen 'warned'
Your Money
Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Asda shoppers who buy bread have been warned to ensure they are keeping the loaves fresh and not spoiling them.
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DWP owes 12 million people with hearing conditions £434 a week
DWP
Attendance Allowance is money for people over pension age who have care needs, according to the DWP website.
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British Gas, OVO, Octopus, EDF customers who use mashing machines after 6am 'warned'
Midlands News
British Gas, OVO, EDF, Eon Next and Octopus customers have also eben issued a "rule" they need to follow when loading the washers.
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UK households with 'modest savings' warned to 'move money' immediately
Your Money
True Potential has warned if families max out a Junior ISA each year until the child turns 18, it could provide them with enough savings to buy a house.
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Jet2, Ryanair, Easyjet, TUI passengers who leave seat during flight 'warned'
Jet2.com
Passengers flying abroad this summer with popular airlines and carriers have been issued a stark warning.
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BBC doctor warns over 'red flag' Covid symptom after NHS 'call 999' warning
NHS
Dr. Xand van Tulleken warned BBC Morning Live about "red flag" symptoms and signs of coronavirus as a Covid summer wave continues.
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Jay Slater's dad slams conspiracy theory and says 'surely he would have'
Jay Slater
Jay's dad Warren Slater has called for more help to be flown out for the search in Tenerife.
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Jay Slater's dad breaks silence on theory he's 'ALIVE in different part of Tenerife'
Jay Slater
Warren has flown to the Canary Islands to help search for the missing apprentice bricklayer, who vanished in mid-June after a rave with friends.
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Sir Keir Starmer issues Bank Holiday update if England win Euro 2024
England Football Team
Gareth Southgate's side will play Spain in Berlin in Germany on Sunday night in the Euro 2024 final.
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Birmingham City Council
Reason there won't be a public big screen in Birmingham to watch Euro 2024 final
Birmingham City Council responds as thousands look to find a place to watch the Euro 2024 final with England v Spain on Sunday
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Cat Deeley’s ‘throw on and go’ jumpsuit from This Morning is now better than half price
Cat Deeley
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Police issue major update after dad killed in alleged Tipton hit and run three years ago
West Midlands Police
Darren Whitehouse, 43, died after he was hit by a car in Tipton in 2021
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The Radleys shops targeted with 'RIP Tomo' graffiti after overnight spree
Sheldon
More than 20 businesses and signs were tagged overnight as furious business owner tells BirminghamLive 'there's a time and a place'
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Man seen carrying crossbow down street as police appeal for information
West Midlands Police
Officers searched the area following reports of a man with a weapon
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The Blue Flag beach so close to Birmingham you can go for the day and be home in time for tea
Holidays
You can swim and sunbathe for free at this beautiful lakeside beach in Leicestershire
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Update on lorry driver arrested after cyclist killed in Birmingham
Edgbaston
A 28-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink or drugs after a cyclist, 50, was killed in a collision at the junction of Chad Road in Edgbaston
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What Birmingham's first Independent MP Ayoub Khan will do next as he says 'I’m in unchartered waters'
Midlands News
He produced the shock result of Birmingham's General Election, harnessing social media to oust veteran Labour MP Khalid Mahmood in Perry Barr.
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Ninja knocks £100 off Woodfire BBQ with freebies that has shoppers 'buying two'
Deals
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Property auction live as 'broke' Birmingham City Council sell more assets
Birmingham City Council
Nine city authority properties are among dozens of homes due to go under the hammer this morning
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Man stabbed in city attack as police launch CCTV appeal
West Midlands Police
Police have shared a picture of a man who may have information about the incident
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The breathtaking former Wetherspoon pub customers say 'turned around' since it reopened
Wetherspoon
West Bromwich's Billiard Hall was put up for sale by Wetherspoon last year
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Warning to every student with a summer job over 'confusing' HMRC tax rules
HMRC
Tax experts say it's essential to know the rules for summer working including overseas jobs, moving between different employers and checking if you are owed a refund
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Foreign Office warns UK tourists after '60 day state of emergency' declared
Holidays
UK Foreign Office has sounded the alarm to Brits who are thinking about jetting off abroad to Ecuador as the summer getaway starts.
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UK tourists issued Portugal travel warning and urged 'wait'
Holidays
UK tourists and holidaymakers wanting a new life in the European Union holiday hotspot have been warned over moving there.
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Major broadband provider with one million customers axe 'sneaky' charge
Your Money
Plusnet, part of the BT Group, has said it will no longer raise prices mid-contract based on a percentage linked to inflation.
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New pay-per-mile car tax system 'unavoidable' and will come into force sooner than thought
Midlands traffic and travel
Road users and motorists up and down the country have been warned the controversial system and policy is "unavoidable" as the new Labour Party government takes power.
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UK households can knock £145 off water bills as Ofwat announces hike
Your Money
Households are urged to install water-saving devices.
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Asda urges thousands of shoppers to act 'before midnight' on July 31
Asda
Asda has warned some Asda Cashpots are due expire, and shoppers could lose savings and earnings if they don't take action.
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Sainsbury's issues 'convenience store and petrol station' warning to shoppers
Sainsbury's
Over 1,000 Sinabury's Local stores will be closing earlier at 7:30pm instead of their usual time of between 10pm or 11pm.
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HSBC warns customers as it introduces new 'limit' starting 'this week'
Your Money
HSBC UK has increased its lending limits on most residential mortgages to "help more customers achieve their home ownership goals, particularly in higher cost areas," it says.
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Barclays issues major boost for customers who 'rent or have mortgage'
Your Money
Barclays found consumer spending on utilities fell 15.6 per cent in June, with further declines predicted following the energy price cap decrease on 1 July.
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Nostalgia
Building Birmingham's motorways - pictures that show region's roads transformation
A look back at the building of Birmingham's motorways
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'New clue' in Jay Slater search found while searching Tenerife ravine
Jay Slater
The family have vowed to never give up hope in finding the apprentice bricklayer, who vanished following a rave in Tenerife which he attended with pals.
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Partner Stories
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HSBC issues warning to customers who use ATM cash machines
Your Money
HSBC UK data found 56 per cent of those using the gambling freeze left it on for the whole tournament, as Euro 2024 continues with England facing Spain in the final on Sunday night.
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I went to the new 'ultimate' gaming bar in Solihull but things didn't really go to plan
Solihull
Spinners has opened at Touchwood Shopping Centre in Solihull and is the third venue in the UK
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The 'beautiful' £25 Roman playsuit that shoppers 'absolutely love' and say is 'perfect for holidays'
Fashion
The Fuchsia Floral Print Wrap Tie Playsuit is available is sizes eight to 18
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UK drivers face being slapped with parking fine due to 'invisible bay' rule
Midlands traffic and travel
Isobel McCrossan, 67, displayed her blue badge as per usual in Carlton Place in Glasgow in Scotland when she parked up on January 4.
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Jet2, Ryanair, Easyjet passengers who pack plug adaptors in suitcases 'warned'
Jet2.com
@thepointsguy warned over the items you should “never put in your checked bag, regardless of how short your flight is”
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Amazon shoppers praise 'flattering' summer maxi dress with pockets on sale for less than £20
Amanda Holden
The OUGES Sleeveless Maxi Dress is the ideal choice for your summer wardrobe - and it's available in 15 different colours and designs, plus it has pockets
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WH Smith announcement leaves shoppers in fear there'll be 'no shops left'
Your Money
WH Smith has announced that it will be leaving Sale’s high street with the closure of its Stanley Square store.
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British Airways passengers could be owed 'hundreds' after landmark court ruling
British Airways
Kenneth and Linda Lipton took BA Cityflyer, an arm of British Airways (BA), to court after they arrived in London from Milan in January 2018.
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Jay Slater police source says 'someone knows something' about disappearance
Jay Slater
It comes as police in Tenerife in the Canary Islands are investigating a fresh theory that the missing 19-year-old apprentice bricklayer is "alive" away from the search area.
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Birmingham student blocks approved despite concerns over 'city's character'
Birmingham City Centre
Birmingham City Council's planning committee gave the development the green light this week
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Plans for major expansion to Shirley hotel gets the green light but not everyone is happy
Solihull Council
Village Hotels expansion plan approved by Solihull Council planners despite objections
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Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Airport spells out key to cutting down queues as security wait drops to 'minutes'
Birmingham Airport reveals to BirminghamLive their security wait times have dropped to an average of 22 minutes
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Inside ambitious plans aimed at tackling high levels of youth unemployment in West Midlands
Birmingham City Council
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker launched his plan to address high youth unemployment levels
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NHS issues 'call 999' warning after 'nine babies die'
NHS
There were 2,591 new cases in May - the most of any month in the past 30 years - in a major worry for UK households.
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National Lottery player who 'won' £50,000 Lotto jackpot told he'll only get £6
National Lottery
A National Lottery player thought he had scooped a £50k jackpot and couldn’t sleep waiting to claim the victory.
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Moment water pours into historic building after 'mindless thieves' strip lead from roof
Bilston
Bilston Town Hall was left with thousands of pounds worth of damage
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I tried Amazon's 'perfect teacher's gift' and now I know exactly what I'm buying
Amazon
The Boxclever Press 2025 Life Book Diary starts in August 2024 so it's ideal as a teacher gift and comes with colourful stickers, address book and space for holiday planning
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Scottish fan livid after gig rearranged for England's Euro 2024 final
Black Country
John Bishop took to social media to announce he was moving his show
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New crossbow laws in England after Bushey triple murder
Crime
Ministers will move “at pace” to review the law on crossbow ownership, the security minister has said, after three women were killed in a suspected crossbow attack in Hertfordshire.
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Building Birmingham's motorways - pictures that show region's roads transformation
Nostalgia
A look back at the building of Birmingham's motorways
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Government breaks silence over scrapping 'cruel' DWP two-child benefit cap
Cost Of Living
New research from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) shows that 1.6 million children are denied support because of the two-child limit.
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'All' office workers in England face 'sack' if they call in sick on Monday
Employment
The Three Lions will face Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday night, after defeating the Netherlands 2-1 in a major victory on Wednesday (July 10).
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England's strangest Jude Bellingham Euros tribute - and it's a Birmingham landmark you can't miss
High Speed 2
HS2 construction teams have completed the four huge piers of the Curzon 2 bridge
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'Amazing' noise cancelling headphones £20 off at Amazon and they're perfect for 'a calmer commute'
Amazon
The Soundcore Anker Q20 headphones on Amazon are now just £29.99 - down from £49.99 - and offer high-performing Bluetooth and 40 hours of playtime
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Etsy announces strict new rules and BAN which take effect from July 29
Your Money
From 29 July, Etsy will ban the sale of sex toys, such as dildos and vibrators as well as “printed or visual materials”
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Drivers who 'cross white line' on road face £2,500 fines
Midlands traffic and travel
Rule 129 of the Highway Code means drivers cannot cross a double white line - with motorists up and down the country warned as a result.
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HMRC warns 'all' parents in England who have teen children
HMRC
The letters will include a QR code which, when scanned, directs them straight to GOV.UK to update their claim quickly and easily online
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New DWP PIP mobility assessment rule could mean people are owed backpayments
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) could owe PIP claimants cash thanks to a change to assessements.
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Martin Lewis warns 'all' drivers over law that is 'too little discussed'
Martin Lewis
BBC Sounds podcast host issued the warning via the latest Money Saving Expert newsletter.
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UK tourists staying in hotels this summer face £309 fine due to 'universal' rule
Holidays
UK holidaymakers jetting off for stays in hotels as they soak up some much-needed sunshine abroad have been warned.
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Love Is Blind UK launch date confirmed as Emma and Matt Willis issue relationship news
Emma Willis
Love Is Blind UK finally has a launch date after it was announced that Emma and Matt Willis would be fronting the dating series on Netflix
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Ryanair warns passengers who use 'black, navy or grey suitcases'
Ryanair
Ryanair has warned passengers who fly with the low-cost carrier and low-budget airline, which is rivalled by the likes of Easyjet, TUI and Jet2, as the summer season continues.
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Barcelona travel warning issued for Brits but 'we don't want to scare tourists'
Spain travel
Spain holidaymakers in the European Union have been warned to take drastic action.
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Jude Bellingham
England fan's Jude Bellingham tribute by turning lawn into number 10 shirt
Bryn Nicholls, 66, spent hours painting the grass in his front garden red, white and blue to create the England shirt
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Car rammed and shots fired near city school
Yardley Wood
West Midlands Police cordon in place for more than 20 hours as officers examined the area
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DWP set to launch AI rollout which could result in 1.15 million job losses
DWP
The DWP has come under pressure from former Labour Party leader Sir Tony Blair and his Institute to automate.
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'All' Morrisons shoppers warned they have lost £261 unnecessarily
Shopping
Morrisons, which is rivalled by the likes of Sainsbury's, Tesco and Asda, was found to be the second most expensive supermarket in the UK.
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Plusnet issues new rules for 'all' broadband customers as it follows BT
Your Money
It will be changing from inflation-linked mid contract price rises to increases that are set in "pounds and pence” after Ofcom proposals, the provider has announced.
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Lidl issues new store opening times due to Euro 2024 final
Lidl
Stores will open later than normal the following morning - regardless of the match outcome - to allow workers to enjoy some post-match celebrations.
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Majorca council 'aware of issue' as UK tourists warn 'stay away from beaches'
Spain travel
UK tourists and holidaymakers in the European Union holiday hotspot are staying off beaches amid a lack of sunbeds and facilities at sandy areas in the Spanish island.
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Martin Lewis fan cuts her son's car insurance by £25,000 thanks to his 'rule'
Martin Lewis
A Martin Lewis fan has managed to cut her son's car insurance by a staggering £25,000 following his advice. The BBC Sounds and ITV regular's fan and follower Lorraine, the mum of Dylan Allman, was quoted £28,000 a year when trying to buy his first car.
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Martin Lewis saves driver £618 and 'any motorist can do the same'
Martin Lewis
MSE newsletter mentions a man named Marc who used the Compare+ Car Insurance tool to find a cheaper alternative to what he was paying
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Sir Keir Starmer breaks silence over extra Bank Holiday if England win Euro 2024
England Football Team
The Three Lions defeated the Dutch on Wednesday night to book their place in the Euro 2024 final against Spain in Berlin in Germany on Sunday night.
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450,000 households sent £288 DWP child tax credits message
DWP
Current policy has been labelled cruel by opponents amid pressure for it to be scrapped by the new Labour Government
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Every Birmingham City Council property sold at auction after 'broke' authority nets £2m
Birmingham City Council
The 'effectively bankrupt' city council has sold nine properties at auction on Thursday, July 11
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Watch the terrifying moment brave officers form human chain to rescue woman from sinking car
Worcestershire
The courageous officers who helped break the car window and pull the woman to safety have been commended for their bravery
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Days Out
Things to do in Birmingham and the best days out this summer 2024
A bumper guide to the best festivals, day trips, free things to do, events, garden centres, attractions and playgrounds for everyone to enjoy all summer long
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Labour leaders in Birmingham accused of 'silencing' backbenchers and treating them 'like toddlers'
Birmingham City Council
A row has broken out after Labour councillors were sent a memo from their chief whip ordering them 'not to speak to the press'
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Parents shamed over parking outside school as police say 'think'
West Midlands Police
Police officers spotted a number of cars parked incorrectly during a patrol near to a school
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Dad jailed after baby son suffered head injury in 'truly horrific case'
Courts
A detective in the case said there was a 'catalogue of serious injuries inflicted' but the boy has since made a full recovery
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I'm a bargain-hunting food writer - here's where to eat and drink this summer in Birmingham
Food & Drink
Tomatoes on toast, afternoon tea and a big plate of Carribbean eats - these are my picks for the summer
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The 'other worldly' beach a day trip from Birmingham named 'the best' for an unusual reason
beaches
It takes less than three hours to drive to Hunstanton Beach from Birmingham
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England Euros final Birmingham Airport flights latest as fans scramble to reach Berlin
Birmingham Airport
History beckons as England bid to win a tournament for the first time on foreign soil
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Midlands school named among top 10 best in England for grades
Education
More kids at these schools achieved results beyond expectations than anywhere else
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UK set to sizzle in 27C Mediterranean heatwave lasting '72 hours'
Birmingham weather
New weather maps and charts from WX Charts show the UK will bask in a 27C heatwave lasting from July 24 to July 26, later this month.
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'Conspiracy theory' stalker who left Gavin Williamson 'uneasy' has appeal rejected
Politics
Simon Parry was supported in court by Piers Corbyn
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DWP two-child benefit cap affecting nearly 1.6 million children
DWP
Fresh DWP data showed 1.6 million children live in affected homes - with Sir Keir Starmer, the Labour Party Prime Minister, urged to scrap the cap.
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£94 warning issued as every UK household told to brace themselves
Severn Trent Water
Details of increases to bills have been set out by the industry regulator
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DWP ends annual winter payment worth up to £300 for one million people
DWP
The Scottish Government will replace Winter Fuel Payments with a new devolved lump sum later this year.
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New car tax rules in England are 'radical' and drivers 'oppose' them
Midlands traffic and travel
The Environmental Transport Association (ETA) has warned there is an “increasing acknowledgement” that a new system in the UK is necessary.
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UK households watching Euro 2024 final face £1,000 fine due to BBC rule
BBC
England take on Spain in Berlin on Sunday night as Gareth Southgate's men try to win the European Championships, following a win over the Netherlands on Wednesday night.
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HMRC warns people who 'have not reached State Pension age yet'
HMRC
The taxman and government department has spoken out on social media and moved to issue a pensions warning as it 'can't advise' on tax issue.
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New speed limit rules will 'significantly improve' all cars on UK roads
Midlands traffic and travel
AXA UK, together with the road safety charity Brake and other industry bodies have called on the new Labour Party government to make them mandatory in the UK.
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Drivers have £295 taken off car insurance thanks to trick that's 'legitimate'
Midlands traffic and travel
Motorists and road users can slash their premium prices by as much as £295 by adding a named driver to their policies, it has been advised.
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'All' UK shoppers who have Visa card in wallets and purses warned
Your Money
Card payments at major high street shops like Asda, Sainsbury's, and petrol stations across the UK appeared to crash this morning.
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State pensioners issued major update over DWP starting to 'means testing'
DWP
A former DWP employee says means-testing will never happen due to the complexity of the contributory benefit.
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Tesco warns 'all' shoppers planning to shop in Express stores this weekend
Tesco
Tesco - which is rivalled by the likes of Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons and Lidl as well as Aldi - has said more than 1,800 of its Express stores will close at 7.30pm instead of the usual 10pm or 11pm.
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Water bill hike full list - from Thames and Severn Trent to SSE and Anglian
Your Money
UK households face £94 increases as the Cost of Living continues to bite, with customers being forced to fork out huge sums to water firms.
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Birmingham Restaurants
The alternative city centre restaurant you need to know about as Bundobust closes
If you love Indian street food and good beers, you don't need to leave Bennetts Hill to find them
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UK heatwave could leave people with 'bloody diarrhoea' which lasts 'months'
Birmingham weather
An increase in outdoor swimming and swimming in open water increases the risk of nasty symptoms and bugs as the mercury soars.
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Channel 4 star spotted in Midlands village filming latest show
Channel 4
George Clarke was spotted in Brewood filming an episode for his Channel 4 show Amazing Spaces
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Drivers face 'three points on licence' after 'not parking on double yellow lines'
Midlands traffic and travel
The act of 'Leaving a vehicle in a dangerous position' can result in an immediate £100 fine and three penalty points, which linger on a driver's record for four years.
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Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's shoppers who pay with Visa debit card 'warned'
Tesco
According to DownDetector, more than 600 people are reporting problems with the card provider Visa this morning.
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Four new UK driving laws will see drivers slapped with £800 fines - from parking to speed limit
Midlands traffic and travel
More and more traffic and travel laws are changing for UK motorists, with drivers warned to stay abreast of all the changes to legislation as the year continues.
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'All' Jet2 passengers who visit duty free before flight face 'prison time'
Jet2.com
An airline passenger who lit up a cigarette while drunk on a flight back to the UK from Turkey has been jailed - sparking warnings to fellow Jet2 passengers.
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New NatWest rules mean bank account holders can get extra £5,500 in account
Your Money
The new Airbnb terms for NatWest mean new and existing customers can share a spare room or their entire home with guests “with confidence”.
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Martin Lewis urges Zara shoppers to act before 'midnight on Sunday'
Martin Lewis
The Martin Lewis Money Show expert, who has a BBC Sounds podcast and stint on regular ITV shows like Good Morning Britain, highlighted the deal via the Money Saving Expert newsletter.
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Drivers who have 'three or six points' on driving licence warned
DVLA
There are more than 50 million drivers in the UK and plenty have penalty points on their licences, risking court action and having to surrender their permits to the DVLA and DVSA.
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UK heatwave announced with 30C scorcher but people have 'big complaint'
Birmingham weather
Weather forecasters and meteorologists have said temperatures could rise to as high as 30C at times in the seventh month of the year as the mercury soars.
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£60k for 'Manchester United house' with hole in roof that no-one can go inside
Worcestershire
The three-bed home on Coronation Way, Kidderminster, will go under the hammer later this month
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Nine anglers shamed and fined almost £3,500 after not spending £7
Angling
The men have been named and shamed by the Environment Agency
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Jay Slater is STILL in Tenerife ravine after 'having fall or accident'
Jay Slater
The 19-year-old apprentice bricklayer vanished in the Canary Islands in mid-June and searches have been called off.
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Birmingham Airport spells out key to cutting down queues as security wait drops to 'minutes'
Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Airport reveals to BirminghamLive their security wait times have dropped to an average of 22 minutes
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Jude Bellingham reveals dressing room reaction to Ollie Watkins after 'saving' England at Euro 2024
Aston Villa FC
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins scored the winning goal as England beat the Netherlands 2-1 to reach the Euro 2024 final
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Prince William agrees with Gary Lineker as he sends England hero Ollie Watkins three-word message
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Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as the nation celebrates Ollie Watkins as he fires England into Euro 2024 final against Spain
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Murder-accused says it's 'not a mystery' why Gavin Parry was blasted with machine gun
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Dante Kalsi, aged 27, from Walsall, gave evidence today at Birmingham Crown Court where he stands trial denying the murder of 31-year-old Gavin Parry at City Industrial Estate in April 2021
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The Only Way Is Essex
Gemma Collins shares huge weight loss and the diet that made it possible
Former TOWIE star Gemma Collins has been on a weight loss journey for years and it looks like her efforts have finally paid off as she showed off a slimmer figure in a new video
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Michael Mosley's widow shares one comfort for family after tragic death
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The late TV doctor's widow Dr Clare Bailey has spoken out about life without the This Morning star for the first time
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Michael Mosley's widow shares 'overwhelming grief' as BBC prepare for day of tributes
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Dr Clare Bailey said the 'Just One Thing Day' being held across the BBC in his honour on Friday, July 12, was "wonderful"
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Clare Balding aims cheeky dig at Novak Djokovic after storming out of interview
BBC
Novak Djokovic will take on Lorenzo Musetti in the Wimbledon semi-finals on Friday and BBC presenter Clare Balding couldn't resist a cheeky dig at the world No.1
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Channel 4's George Clarke forced to hit back at health rumours as 'family hurt'
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The Channel 4 Amazing Spaces presenter was wrongly reported to have an incurable disease
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The 'pretty' £21 Roman cardigan that 'goes with anything'
The Multi Fringed Edge Longline Stripe Cardigan from Roman has been dubbed "a little bit different" by one shopper
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Wetherspoons names 'all' 36 pubs in England set to close - full list of locations
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The pub giant, which operates pubs and boozers across Birmingham, is set to swing the door shut on a whopping 36 sites as it puts boozers up for sale up and down the country.
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UK households who keep bread near taps in kitchen 'warned'
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Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Asda shoppers who buy bread have been warned to ensure they are keeping the loaves fresh and not spoiling them.
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I went to the new 'ultimate' gaming bar in Solihull but things didn't really go to plan
Solihull
Spinners has opened at Touchwood Shopping Centre in Solihull and is the third venue in the UK
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The 'beautiful' £25 Roman playsuit that shoppers 'absolutely love' and say is 'perfect for holidays'
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The Fuchsia Floral Print Wrap Tie Playsuit is available is sizes eight to 18
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Birmingham City FC
Birmingham City FC
Birmingham City’s 27-man squad for Austria tour revealed as Bacuna and Longelo left out
Chris Davies has named his Birmingham City squad for the Austria training camp and FC Paderborn 07 pre-season friendly
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Birmingham City 'really want' transfer for League One hot property
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Birmingham City are looking to strengthen Chris Davies' squad ahead of the League One campaign
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England Euros final Birmingham Airport flights latest as fans scramble to reach Berlin
Birmingham Airport
History beckons as England bid to win a tournament for the first time on foreign soil
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Birmingham City in Austria: Chris Davies searches for the three Cs in pre-season camp
Birmingham City FC
Birmingham City are belatedly due to touch down in Austria for their pre-season training camp today
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Birmingham City have a new transfer priority after addressing three positions
Birmingham City FC
Four new players have joined up with Birmingham City in preparation for the 2024/25 League One season
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Aston Villa FC
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England hero Ollie Watkins had Premier League pantomime villain’s kid named after him
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins may have inspired some newborn baby names with his late winner for England against the Netherlands - just like he did an ex-team-mate
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League One minnows Stevenage take bizarre 'all about you' swipe at England hero Ollie Watkins
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The Aston Villa striker scored his fourth international goal as England booked a Euro 2024 final berth against Spain
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Forgotten Aston Villa man set for transfer departure
Aston Villa FC
Calum Chambers is expected to join Cardiff City from Aston Villa
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Moment Ollie Watkins' childhood club explodes with cheers as he fires England into Euro 2024 final
Aston Villa FC
Members of Buckland Athletic in Newton Abbot, Devon - where Ollie Watkins once played as a kid - couldn't contain their excitement as the striker fired England into the Euro 2024 finals
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The making of Ollie Watkins: From Weston-super-Mare sub to England superhero
Aston Villa FC
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins etched his name into England history by scoring a late goal to fire the Three Lions into the Euro 2024 final
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Cost Of Living
Your Money
UK households with 'modest savings' warned to 'move money' immediately
True Potential has warned if families max out a Junior ISA each year until the child turns 18, it could provide them with enough savings to buy a house.
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Warning to every student with a summer job over 'confusing' HMRC tax rules
HMRC
Tax experts say it's essential to know the rules for summer working including overseas jobs, moving between different employers and checking if you are owed a refund
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Major broadband provider with one million customers axe 'sneaky' charge
Your Money
Plusnet, part of the BT Group, has said it will no longer raise prices mid-contract based on a percentage linked to inflation.
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UK households can knock £145 off water bills as Ofwat announces hike
Your Money
Households are urged to install water-saving devices.
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Barclays issues major boost for customers who 'rent or have mortgage'
Your Money
Barclays found consumer spending on utilities fell 15.6 per cent in June, with further declines predicted following the energy price cap decrease on 1 July.
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West Brom FC
West Bromwich Albion FC
West Brom in talks with Hull City over shock transfer exit from Hawthorns
West Bromwich Albion transfer news from BirminghamLive as midfielder could be sold ahead of contract running out next summer
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West Brom complete third summer transfer as new signing gets his wish
West Bromwich Albion FC
West Brom have signed goalkeeper Joe Wildsmith on a free transfer after he left Derby County following their promotion
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Aston Villa to make academy addition and sign up former West Brom coach
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Aston Villa, BirminghamLive understands, are bringing Jimmy Shan to the club to work in the academy - he'll reunite with former West Brom colleagues
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West Brom confirm contract extension as they bring new defender in
West Bromwich Albion FC
West Brom midfielder Fenton Heard has signed a new contract with the club
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West Brom transfer state of play - Goalkeeper exit, third signing
West Bromwich Albion FC
West Brom transfer latest as the goalkeeping department gets set to reshape for the new season and a new contract is agreed
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Education
Millions of graduates could be eligible to reclaim hundreds in student loan repayments
Money Saving Expert has said that over 4 million people are thought to have overpaid on their student loans over a four year period - this is how you can claim back any overpayments
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Love Is Blind UK launch date confirmed as Emma and Matt Willis issue relationship news
Emma Willis
Love Is Blind UK finally has a launch date after it was announced that Emma and Matt Willis would be fronting the dating series on Netflix
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Britain set to bask in '30C heatwave' – but many are moaning about same thing
Midlands weather
With summer spirits already dampened, it's no surprise that Reddit users have had a lot to say ahead of a 30C heatwave that is predicted to be on its way to the UK
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The 'serene and beautiful' UK paradise island that is only accessible by boat
Holidays
The island of Caldey is just a short boat ride from the mainland, with beaches that are so pretty you could be abroad
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Several injured at UK theme park after incident on drop tower
Entertainment
Eyewitness recalled seeing the ride drop down to the ground with an estimated eight people needing first aid treatment
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Wolves FC
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
Wolves sent Kasper Schmeichel transfer message as Premier League return on cards
The ex Leicester City keeper is being lined up for a return to the Premier League with Wolves
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Liverpool 'set sights' on £38m rated Premier League star as new transfer priority emerges
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Liverpool's new sporting director Richard Hughes has promised the Reds will take an "opportunistic" view in the transfer market this summer and it appears they're already making moves and one Wolves star is on their radar
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The iconic Aston Villa, Birmingham City, Wolves and West Brom enforcers
Aston Villa FC
We take a look at the Aston Villa, Birmingham City, West Brom and Wolves players who were a force to be reckoned with on the pitch
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Wolves' Jorgen Strand Larsen on emulating Haaland and Odegaard
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
He is close friends with Haaland and cannot wait to play against him next season.
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"One of best days of my life" - Wolves sign star striker Jorgen Strand Larsen from Celta Vigo
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Initial loan move could become permanent if certain clauses are triggered.
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Gemma Collins shares huge weight loss and the diet that made it possible
The Only Way Is Essex
Former TOWIE star Gemma Collins has been on a weight loss journey for years and it looks like her efforts have finally paid off as she showed off a slimmer figure in a new video
Birmingham City’s 27-man squad for Austria tour revealed as Bacuna and Longelo left out
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Chris Davies has named his Birmingham City squad for the Austria training camp and FC Paderborn 07 pre-season friendly
Michael Mosley's widow shares one comfort for family after tragic death
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The late TV doctor's widow Dr Clare Bailey has spoken out about life without the This Morning star for the first time
Michael Mosley's widow shares 'overwhelming grief' as BBC prepare for day of tributes
BBC
Dr Clare Bailey said the 'Just One Thing Day' being held across the BBC in his honour on Friday, July 12, was "wonderful"