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National Headlines
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Alex Salmond: King Charles leads tributes to 'monumental figure' of UK politics
The King has said he is "greatly saddened" by the sudden death of Alex Salmond, Scotland's first SNP first minister.
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The shock of Alex Salmond's death is reverberating around every corner of UK politics
This shock of Alex Salmond's death is reverberating around every corner of UK politics.
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Woman dies after falling overboard from cruise ship off Channel Islands
A woman has died after going overboard from a cruise ship off the Channel Islands.
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Scottish DJ Jackmaster dies of a head injury in Ibiza aged 38
Scottish DJ and producer Jackmaster has died aged 38 after suffering a head injury, his family has said.
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Sweet Bobby catfish victim Kirat Assi on taking her pain to the screen
The latest true crime documentary to hit our screens is described as "a fairytale romance gone horribly wrong". It labels itself "one crazy story" in its opening scene.
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Northern Lights: Why are we seeing the aurora borealis more often in the UK and what's the best way to photograph the spectacle?
This year has been named the year of the Aurora, with the UK lucky enough to see another incredible display of the Northern Lights on Thursday.
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Meet the all-star cast of Rivals: The Jilly Cooper adaptation with naked tennis and '80s makeovers galore
Ever since pictures of Rivals' all-star cast started circulating online, fans of Dame Jilly Cooper's Rutshire Chronicles series have been getting excited about its TV adaptation.
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Budget 2024: What are Labour's fiscal rules and could Rachel Reeves change them to raise more money?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her first budget at the end of October, providing the first chance for her to change the fiscal rules.
Local Headlines
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West Midlands Mayor visits Walsall to talk regeneration
Last week Mayor of the West Midlands Richard Parker was welcomed by Walsall Council to discuss Walsall’s regeneration plans.
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Sandwell consults on the display of goods and advertising boards on the footway
Sandwell Council is consulting on a proposed Code of Conduct for the Display of Goods and Advertising Boards on the Adopted Footway.
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Pensioners claim charges made them scam targets
Dudley pensioners say the introduction of parking charges on council car parks has turned them into targets for scammers.
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Ice rink planning application expected in March
A planning application for a new Dudley ice rink Dudley could be submitted within months according to the borough’s leader.
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Sandwell Council launches new Mental Health Strategy
To mark World Mental Health Day, Sandwell Council is launching their new ‘Sandwell Better Mental Health Strategy 2024 - 2029’.
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Free advice and support at Merry Hill event
People in need of advice and support to help stay safe and well in their homes are invited to attend a free event at the Merry Hill Centre later this month.
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Sheltered housing fundraise for Macmillan
A sheltered housing scheme in Halesowen has successfully raised more than £650 for Macmillan Cancer Support at an event this month.
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Taster sessions announced for new Bloxwich Launchpad
A series of taster sessions for the upcoming Bloxwich Launchpad centre that’s currently under construction have been announced this week.
Entertainment News
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Meet the all-star cast of Rivals: The Jilly Cooper adaptation with naked tennis and '80s makeovers galore
Ever since pictures of Rivals' all-star cast started circulating online, fans of Dame Jilly Cooper's Rutshire Chronicles series have been getting excited about its TV adaptation.
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Adam Boulton | Why The Apprentice, a new film about Donald Trump's early years, may harm the former president's 2024 White House chances
There are three rules for success in life: Attack, attack, attack. Admit nothing, deny everything. And always claim victory.
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Sweet Bobby catfish victim Kirat Assi on taking her pain to the screen
The latest true crime documentary to hit our screens is described as "a fairytale romance gone horribly wrong". It labels itself "one crazy story" in its opening scene.
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Scottish DJ Jackmaster dies of a head injury in Ibiza aged 38
Scottish DJ and producer Jackmaster has died aged 38 after suffering a head injury, his family has said.
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Beyond The Music: 'There is no HR department in the music industry'
"The music industry is broken," says Oli Wilson, founder of Beyond The Music. But he hopes the event can play a part in helping to fix it.
National Sport
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Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol: Timing, pricing, booking details for fight night on Sky Sports Box Office
Watch the whole blockbuster Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol bill on Saturday October 12 live on Sky Sports Box Office.
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Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke II & Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol - who wins? Expert predictions for the box office bill
Experts, fighters and champions have their say ahead of the Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke rematch and Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol on a huge night of boxing on Sky Sports Box Office.
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Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Pressure ramps up on Jonas Eidevall as Sonia Bompastor wins in front of Emma Hayes to go top of the WSL
Chelsea ramped up the pressure on under-fire Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall as the Blues moved top of the Women's Super League table with a 2-1 win at the Emirates Stadium.
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Dmitry Bivol: ‘Artur Beterbiev is really dangerous. But October 12 will be my show’
Both Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev insist this fight is nothing personal. They have composed themselves with steely calm throughout the final week leading up to their fight.
Business News
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P&O Ferries owner's £1bn investment in UK will go ahead despite transport secretary calling for boycott of shipping firm
A £1bn investment in Britain by port operator DP World will go ahead as planned, after a frantic effort by ministers and diplomats to repair relations following a row with the Dubai-owned multinational that threatened to overshadow a crucial investment summit.
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Budget 2024: What are Labour's fiscal rules and could Rachel Reeves change them to raise more money?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her first budget at the end of October, providing the first chance for her to change the fiscal rules.
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Tortoise Media lines up backers to deliver takeover of The Observer
One of the world's most successful private equity chiefs is being lined up to help fund a takeover of The Observer, the world's oldest Sunday newspaper.
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Boeing to cut 17,000 jobs amid worker strike and financial losses
Boeing will cut 17,000 jobs - 10% of its workforce - as the US plane maker deals with various issues across its business.
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Downing Street's bungling of port giant's investment signals choppy seas ahead
P&O Ferries is one of the few subjects on which Britain's political class agree. Its summary sacking of 800 British seafarers and their replacement with cheaper, largely foreign agency staff is universally considered one of the most outrageous acts in the recent history of labour relations.
Politics News
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Alex Salmond: King Charles leads tributes to 'monumental figure' of UK politics
The King has said he is "greatly saddened" by the sudden death of Alex Salmond, Scotland's first SNP first minister.
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The shock of Alex Salmond's death is reverberating around every corner of UK politics
This shock of Alex Salmond's death is reverberating around every corner of UK politics.
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Obituary: The political titan that was former first minister of Scotland Alex Salmond
Alex Salmond has died at the age of 69.
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Budget 2024: What are Labour's fiscal rules and could Rachel Reeves change them to raise more money?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her first budget at the end of October, providing the first chance for her to change the fiscal rules.
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P&O Ferries owner's £1bn investment in UK will go ahead despite transport secretary calling for boycott of shipping firm
A £1bn investment in Britain by port operator DP World will go ahead as planned, after a frantic effort by ministers and diplomats to repair relations following a row with the Dubai-owned multinational that threatened to overshadow a crucial investment summit.
World News
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Uneasy calm won't last long - Israel's next move could bring even bigger war
For the first time in almost half a century, Israel is at war during the Jewish day of atonement, Yom Kippur.
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Kamala Harris's medical history released as campaign aims to draw contrast with Donald Trump
Kamala Harris is in "excellent health" and has "the physical and mental resiliency" required to serve as president, her doctor has said, as details of her medical status and history were released.
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Former PM Fouad Siniora says Hezbollah has turned Lebanon into a 'failed state'
The man who was prime minister of Lebanon during the last Israeli invasion of the country in 2006 has both Israel and Hezbollah in his sights.
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'Mass casualty incident' after children and adults eat 'toxic mushrooms' in Pennsylvania
A group of children and adults have been taken to hospital in the US after ingesting "toxic mushrooms", in what has been described as a "mass casualty incident".
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Rocky Elsom: International arrest warrant issued for former Australia rugby captain, reports say
An international arrest warrant has been issued for former Australia rugby union captain Rocky Elsom, according to reports.
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Woman dies after falling overboard from cruise ship off Channel Islands
A woman has died after going overboard from a cruise ship off the Channel Islands.
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Man who died in 'tragic accident' at Colorado gold mine tourist attraction is named
A man who died at a gold mine in Colorado has been named - as investigators revealed he was a guide who worked at the tourist attraction.
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Scottish DJ Jackmaster dies of a head injury in Ibiza aged 38
Scottish DJ and producer Jackmaster has died aged 38 after suffering a head injury, his family has said.
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Mud, beer and cash: Annual wife-carrying championship takes Maine by storm
While its origins are not exactly politically correct - more than 30 couples competed in the North American Wife Carrying Championship in front of cheering crowds.
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Centuries-old mystery over Christopher Columbus to be revealed
A centuries-old mystery is about to be revealed - the origins of explorer Christopher Columbus.
Weird News
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Mud, beer and cash: Annual wife-carrying championship takes Maine by storm
While its origins are not exactly politically correct - more than 30 couples competed in the North American Wife Carrying Championship in front of cheering crowds.
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Police discover drugs in bag labelled 'definitely not a bag full of drugs'
Police in the US have found drugs inside a bag labelled "definitely not a bag full of drugs".
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Sancta: Graphic opera leaves 18 people needing medical attention
Eighteen people needed medical attention during an opera that features nuns, sex scenes, mutilation and real blood.
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BBC weather app predicts hurricane force winds in London and 400C in Nottingham after 'glitch'
The BBC has apologised to users after its weather app mistakenly showed forecasts for "hurricane force" winds near London and temperatures over 400C in Nottingham.
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Woman forced to flee after around 100 raccoons besiege home demanding food in US state of Washington
A woman was forced to flee her home after 50 to 100 raccoons surrounded it and demanded food - hounding her day and night.
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Qantas apologises after mature-rated film Daddio played to all passengers
An airline has apologised after a mature-rated film was played to all passengers on a flight – including families with young children.
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Bin lorries, ambulances and a hearse among vehicles stolen in the UK in 2023
Ambulances, bin lorries, road sweepers and even a hearse were among more than 100,000 vehicles stolen in the UK in 2023, according to newly released figures.