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'Our daughter's legs turned yellow - it was the start of a nightmare'
Birmingham Children's Hospital
Clara Barker, just two, spent two months in Birmingham Children's Hospital recovering from a liver transplant
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Family conspired to sell thousands of fake Sky, Apple and Converse products on eBay
Crime
Majid Iqbal, Muhammed Iqbal, Hina Naz and Fatima Aamir sold the items under six different limited companies and 11 different eBay accounts
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Dad-of-three with brain cancer dies weeks after marrying love of his life
Sutton Coldfield
Blues fan Paul Jeffries knew his time was running out
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Exact date state pension rate will change as £221 message issued to millions
Pension
Changes to weekly payments will come into force over the next few weeks
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'Significant witness' appeal after dad-of-seven shot dead
West Midlands Police
Deavon Harrison died from a gunshot wound to the chest
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'Our street was beautiful - now it's a lawless road where drug dealers run home delivery service'
Stechford
Residents reveal reality on Stechford street marred by HMOs amid campaign against application for another exempt property
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Mums celebrate three years in business selling CBD teas, capsules, topicals, oils and patches
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BMW 'stolen to order' after owner puts car on Facebook Marketplace
Sutton Coldfield
A BMW 335i was stolen from Bickley Avenue in Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, after the
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Birmingham drivers warned 'expect fines' as signs appear on key route
Transport
Drivers could face a prison sentence if they fail to comply with the injunction
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Fast food chain to open at Perry Barr One Stop
Perry Barr
The burger restaurant is set open its doors this summer
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NHS staff to get paid leave for early miscarriages after Birmingham trial
NHS
The new guidelines also include paid time off for partners who suffer a miscarriage
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Cody Fisher murder trial jury begin deliberations: Key points they will consider
Cody Fisher
The trial at Birmingham Crown Court into the fatal stabbing at Crane nightclub on Boxing Day 2022 started exactly eight weeks ago today
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I visited one of Birmingham's busy High Streets - and was left astonished by the tales I heard
Northfield
'Stealing to order', attacks on traders and schoolkids causing 'mayhem' - traders are blighted by a 'shoplifting epidemic'
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I agree with critics of new car tax rules - they don't make sense
Politics
Changes will affect how much millions of motorists pay in car tax every year
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'We're insulted by strangers due to 22-year age gap - but we're planning to start a family'
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Danielle Kent, 32, and Gareth Palmer, 54, from Emsworth, Hampshire, have been insulted by strangers and faced criticism from their families because of their 22-year age gap
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Kate Middleton fans convinced edited Mother's Day photo was taken years ago
Kate Middleton
Catherine, Princess of Wales has since admitted she edited the photo
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Celebrity Big Brother star 'to leave ITV show tonight after admitting she can't cope'
Sharon Osbourne
She is set to return to be by the side of husband Ozzy Osbourne
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Weather maps reveal when -5C freeze to sweep UK
Birmingham snow
Chilly conditions have been predicted
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Midlands News
Birmingham snow
UK faces final snow and ice bomb as winter issues 'sting in the tail'
According to WXCharts, the deluge is due to arrive at midnight on Saturday, March 23, with Scotland worst-hit.
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Drivers warned car insurance has been 'voided' due to little-known rule
Midlands traffic and travel
The most popular car modifications in the UK are alloy wheels, suspension changes and exhaust system changes, Compare the Market warns.
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UK given heatwave update ahead of 30C Spanish air pummelling Britain
Midlands weather
New weather maps and charts, from WX Charts, which use Met Desk data for their projections, show skyrocketing temperatures in the UK.
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Drivers told to expect £2,500 fines due to AI camers which 'spy inside car'
Midlands traffic and travel
Drivers face £2500 fines from AI camera rollout
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Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's drivers warned over £50 shake-up at pumps
Petrol prices
Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's drivers have been warned to expect rising costs at forecourts and the pumps.
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Midlands traffic and travel
Hand luggage allowances from Jet2, EasyJet, Tui, Ryanair, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic
Airlines have different limits on weight and size of hand luggage - knowing them beforehand can prevent any last minute delays
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UK's 'most dangerous prisoner' who is kept in a glass box 'should be freed' after 49 years
Crime
Dr Bob Johnson believes Maudsley should be released from prison, describing him as a 'cultured and very intelligent man'
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'My wife insists I skip my mum's funeral to attend her family dinner'
Reddit
The husband claims his wife wanted him to attend her family's dinner instead
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Midlands prison placed in lockdown after inmate makes fake 'bomb' from shower gel
Courts
Police and a bomb squad were called to the scene as inmates kept in their cells
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UK forced to issue King Charles' death denial after claims in Russian media
Vladimir Putin
The British Embassy issued denials on its Telegram page in Russian
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World News
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Mum 'offered to sell toddler for £390' before 'abandoning her'
Jessica Woods was said to have told another woman she could have her 18-month-old daughter in exchange for cash
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Ramadan 2024 - these are the rules on sex and intimacy during month of fasting
Ramadan
There are many questions about the rules of Ramadan and how they are correctly interpreted - here we look at the restrictions on being affectionate and sexual during the holy month
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Woman, 29, dies with 'holes in lungs after catching superbug'
NHS
Ashley Timbery was rushed to hospital after collapsing
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When does Ramadan begin? Full list of 2024 start dates for month of fasting
Ramadan
The first day of Ramadan 2024 has been declared in most countries around the world including the UK, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Turkey, Iran and India - with some announcements yet to be made
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Ramadan 2024 start date announced in Morocco after negative moonsighting report
Ramadan
Morocco's Ministry of Islamic Affairs has announced the first day of Ramadan 2024 in the North African country
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News Opinion
Shropshire
I visited little-known 'holiday' town in West Midlands and I can see why everyone wants to move there
A bustling and picturesque high street, beautiful countryside and outstanding schools - there's a lot of pulling factors for families
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I went to a Ramadan event in Brum's 'no-go zone' - and had a once in a lifetime experience
Ramadan
This is what I learned when I went to a Ramadan event as a non-Muslim
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I did my laundry at a hidden outdoor washing machine in Brum - one thing left me baffled
Birmingham
There are dozens of hidden washing machines in Birmingham - but are they useful or just a gimmick?
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'I gave up cycling in Birmingham - I can see why so many people feel unsafe'
Transport
The majority of Brummies do not feel safe cycling in their local area, a new report has found
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Midlands drivers have been let down on speed cameras for years - a key thing must change
Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council has said it won't be adding any new average speed cameras to its roads for now
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BBC Michael McIntyre's The Wheel fans instantly recognise contestant in 'lovely surprise'
Joel caused a stir as he popped up on the BBC quiz show hoping to win big money
All the parts of England set for snow next Tuesday with six cities struck
Birmingham snow
Everywhere from Edinburgh in Scotland down to Southampton in England on the south coast is expected to be struck by flurries as the weather turns.
ITV Loose Women stars 'quit' after 'lasting only a few weeks'
Loose Women
The ITV panellist Coleen Nolan revealed in a recent interview that former co-stars have joined the Loose Women panel but only lasted a few weeks.
Lenny Henry on sad 'real' reason for split from Dawn French 'in the end'
Lenny Henry
The Comic Relief founder and Vicar of Dibley actress were married for 25 years before their divorce in 2010
Kate Middleton announcement could be on way due to growing pressure on Palace
Kate Middleton
Royal historian Hugo Vickers has said that there will be "more pressure" the longer Kensington Palace leave any announcement.
ITV
Rochelle Humes issues tearful family announcement and says 'doesn't feel real'
This Morning star posed with Marvin on her Instagram Story on Tuesday after sending off their daughter on a school trip abroad - for the first time ever.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice grilled over Amanda Abbington in tense ITV Lorraine scenes
Strictly Come Dancing
Lorraine Kelly grilled Giovanni as he was interviewed on Tuesday after his and judge Anton du Beke's travel show returned.
Sir David Jason admits 'struggle' when it comes to Only Fools and Horses fans
BBC
Sir David, who played the legendary Derek Trotter, or Del Boy, in the sitcom, revealed his ongoing struggle with Only Fools and Horses Fans – and it caused havoc on the BBC Touring Toolshed set.
UK faces final snow and ice bomb as winter issues 'sting in the tail'
Birmingham snow
According to WXCharts, the deluge is due to arrive at midnight on Saturday, March 23, with Scotland worst-hit.
Drivers warned car insurance has been 'voided' due to little-known rule
Midlands traffic and travel
The most popular car modifications in the UK are alloy wheels, suspension changes and exhaust system changes, Compare the Market warns.
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BBC
BBC Michael McIntyre's The Wheel fans instantly recognise contestant in 'lovely surprise'
Joel caused a stir as he popped up on the BBC quiz show hoping to win big money
All the parts of England set for snow next Tuesday with six cities struck
Birmingham snow
Everywhere from Edinburgh in Scotland down to Southampton in England on the south coast is expected to be struck by flurries as the weather turns.
ITV Loose Women stars 'quit' after 'lasting only a few weeks'
Loose Women
The ITV panellist Coleen Nolan revealed in a recent interview that former co-stars have joined the Loose Women panel but only lasted a few weeks.
Dad found dead in camper van near beauty spot had been there 'for some time'
Staffordshire
Matthew Britland was discovered after a police officer smashed one of the windows to gain entry into the Mercedes campervan
Lenny Henry on sad 'real' reason for split from Dawn French 'in the end'
Lenny Henry
The Comic Relief founder and Vicar of Dibley actress were married for 25 years before their divorce in 2010
ITV
Rochelle Humes issues tearful family announcement and says 'doesn't feel real'
This Morning star posed with Marvin on her Instagram Story on Tuesday after sending off their daughter on a school trip abroad - for the first time ever.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice grilled over Amanda Abbington in tense ITV Lorraine scenes
Strictly Come Dancing
Lorraine Kelly grilled Giovanni as he was interviewed on Tuesday after his and judge Anton du Beke's travel show returned.
Sir David Jason admits 'struggle' when it comes to Only Fools and Horses fans
BBC
Sir David, who played the legendary Derek Trotter, or Del Boy, in the sitcom, revealed his ongoing struggle with Only Fools and Horses Fans – and it caused havoc on the BBC Touring Toolshed set.
Amazon latest Fire Kids tablet £65 off in spring deal and parents say 'surprised how great this is'
Amazon
The highly-rated Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet has been reduced from £149 to £85 as part of Amazon Spring Deal Days
How Aston Villa's plans will be affected by Rishi Sunak's 'historic' bill
Aston Villa FC
Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as the UK government continues plans for an independent football regulator