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Tom Wagner, frontman of Knighthead, has projected that Birmingham City’s ambitious Sports Quarter development will generate an impressive £750 million annually. Unveiled on Thursday, the new 62,000-seat stadium, dubbed The … Read More

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Solihull Council’s proposed revisions to its council tax support scheme have raised concerns that the most vulnerable residents may face reduced financial assistance. Earlier this year, the Conservative-led council … Read More

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Concerns over low bus usage in the West Midlands have prompted calls for a thorough investigation into why residents prefer driving despite accessible public transport options. Solihull councillor Andrew Burrow, chair of the … Read More

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A male star from the popular BBC show Strictly Come Dancing has been arrested on suspicion of rape, marking another troubling development for the programme. According to reports from The Sun, the man—whose identity remains … Read More

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Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden has shared a poignant new photo just one day after undergoing her second mastectomy, offering fans a heartfelt update on her recovery. The 35-year-old dancer was first diagnosed … Read More

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James Fletcher, a 77-year-old man from Rowley Regis, has been sentenced to five years in prison, plus an additional three years on licence, for a series of heinous sexual offenses spanning several years. Fletcher admitted to … Read More