Solihull news

• Brummie children are suffering fatal sudden heart failure - here's how to spot if you're at risk

  14-12-2016 22:15
  
  As many as 111 experienced sudden heart failure, which occurs when the electrical signals which control the heart are disrupted
  
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• Why watching TV with your partner is ruining your relationship

  14-12-2016 22:13
  
  Switch off Big Brother and have some quality time together instead, researchers are urging
  
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• These are the best sports to ensure a long life - and some may shock you

  14-12-2016 22:13
  
  It's good news for swimmers and cyclists - but disappointing for those who jog
  
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• Children who drink whole milk are slimmer than those on skimmed

  14-12-2016 22:13
  
  The results fly in the face of typical mindsets regarding the white stuff
  
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• You'll be able to take a holiday on the MOON within a decade - but it'll cost you

  14-12-2016 22:11
  
  Private company hopes to send people to the moon by 2026
  
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• Why Birmingham seems to have a growing problem with sleep

  14-12-2016 22:10
  
  Studies suggest longer term use may be linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's
  
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• Solihull dad 'killed by single punch as he broke up fight' on Costa del Sol - Birmingham Mail

  14-12-2016 21:40 via birminghammail.co.uk
  
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  Solihull dad 'killed by single punch as he broke up fight' on Costa del Sol
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  A Solihull dad-of-four has died after allegedly being killed by a single punch as he tried to break up a fight on the Costa del Sol. Holidaymaker Nadeem Aslam died of head injuries after the alleged attack in the resort of Fuengirola at around 11.30pm ...and more »
  
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• Solihull dad 'killed by single punch as he broke up fight' on Costa ... - Birmingham Mail

  14-12-2016 21:40 via birminghammail.co.uk
  
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  Solihull dad 'killed by single punch as he broke up fight' on Costa ...
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  A Solihull dad-of-four has died after allegedly being killed by a single punch as he tried to break up a fight on the Costa del Sol. Holidaymaker Nadeem Aslam ...and more »
  
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• Solihull dad 'killed by single punch as he broke up fight' on Costa del Sol

  14-12-2016 21:36
  
  Businessman Nadeem Aslam died of head injuries after alleged attack in Fuengirola
  
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• Funding for Birmingham schools cut by £20 million - and the Government says it's FAIRER

  14-12-2016 19:38
  
  Bombshell for Birmingham schools as new "fairer" funding scheme means they lose millions
  
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• Comment: Syrian family's story shows why Birmingham must offer shelter and refuge to those in need

  14-12-2016 19:00
  
  Labour council cabinet member for equalities Waseem Zaffar
  talks about city's response to Syrian refugee crisis
  
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• Homes across city hit by MUDDY tap water after Selly Oak burst pipe disaster

  14-12-2016 18:39
  
  Severn Trent apology after households across the city affected by discoloured water
  
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• Junaid Jamshed funeral begins with Pakistan Air Force guard of honour

  14-12-2016 18:16
  
  His body is expected to be taken to Dar-ul-Uloom university in Karachi, Korangi
  
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• Watch: Harry Styles gets hair cut for new Dunkirk film role

  14-12-2016 18:10
  
  Midland-born One Direction singer appears in movie trailer for acting debut
  
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• Crooked doctor facing jail after £150k NHS fake invoice fraud

  14-12-2016 17:56
  
  Award-winning James Walton diverted the cash to his private business
  
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• How is Birmingham cutting £10m from homelessness fund while rough sleeping rises asks watchdog committee

  14-12-2016 17:53
  
  Labour cabinet memberc grilled by a backbench housing scrutiny committee over the proposed cuts of £10 mililion from the city’s £24 million fund to help the homeless and domestic violence victims.
  
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• Major investigation: City hit by carjacking terror after SIX attacks in two weeks

  14-12-2016 17:38
  
  Series of frightening robberies as man fights of thugs attacking wife on driveway in latest incident
  
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• Birmingham singer Jamelia received death threats after plus size clothing comment

  14-12-2016 17:03
  
  The Handsworth mum received death threats and even her children were targeted
  
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• Meet the Syrian family looking forward to first Christmas in Birmingham

  14-12-2016 17:00
  
  The Al Baarini family are among 50 Syrian refugees who have now settled in our city, ending a nightmare existence.
  
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• Theresa May, not local councils, must take responsibility for the Government's massive council tax increase

  14-12-2016 16:48
  
  Councils are being forced to push up bills in an attempt to protect services for the elderly and ill.
  
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• British Airways strike vote leaves passengers facing Christmas travel chaos

  14-12-2016 16:29
  
  Cabin crew vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike action as dispute of over pay rumbles on
  
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• Streetsbrook Academy 'stranger danger' alert was false alarm

  14-12-2016 16:05
  
  Three men seen 'behaving suspiciously' were known to a parent
  
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• Nurse reports car stolen - and ends up owing insurer £5

  14-12-2016 15:25
  
  Mum stunned as backdated premiums come to MORE than cost of her motor
  
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• Pictured: Warning as 'lost' German Market visitors seen walking in front of trams

  14-12-2016 14:03
  
  Transport bosses using safety warden and security barriers to keep people off lines
  
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• Cancer patient's vital surgery cancelled TWICE over QE beds crisis

  14-12-2016 13:52
  
  Hospitals blames 'unprecedented' rise in A&E visits
  
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• Travel first class AND donate to our #PayForXmasDay campaign

  14-12-2016 13:17
  
  The proceeds will go to our festive campaign, Pay for Christmas Day, in which we are working with readers to pay for December 25 at Marie Curie West Midlands
  
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• Dark humour of Muslims Like Us set to be compulsive viewing

  14-12-2016 13:14
  
  "Move aside Citizen Khan" tweets one Birmingham viewer
  
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• Meeting on how to keep Acocks Green carnival alive - Solihull Observer

  14-12-2016 13:06 via solihullobserver.co.uk
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  Meeting on how to keep Acocks Green carnival alive
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  VIEWS are being sought on how to ensure the future of the Acocks Green carnival. Having been part of the community calendar for more than 40 years, organisers are calling out for more volunteers to join the ranks to ensure the carnival takes place in ...
  
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• Jailed: Alum Rock rapist caught after brave victim made secret call to police

  14-12-2016 12:49
  
  Rashid Ulhaqdad jailed for 19 years for sickening attack on teenage babysitter
  
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• Fox almost dies after getting trapped in goal net

  14-12-2016 12:41
  
  Animal caught up in webbing at school
  
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• Car undertakes traffic jam on hard shoulder... then THIS happens

  14-12-2016 12:40
  
  Shocking driving on M5 - but motorist gets his just desserts
  
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• Government's 6% hike in council tax bills 'won't end crisis in social care'

  14-12-2016 12:32
  
  Birmingham City Council leader slams government plan to push up council tax bills, as city proposes £100 million cuts in health and social care
  
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• Police appeal after pregnant woman attacked by two men in carpark

  14-12-2016 12:30
  
  The woman was approached by two men believed to have been lying in wait in Yardley, Birmingham on Sunday 11 December.
  
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• Man arrested over Galton Bridge rail station stabbing

  14-12-2016 12:28
  
  Victim had been knifed and woman suffered facial injuries in late-night attack
  
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• Charlie Heywood tragedy: Teenager charged with death by dangerous driving

  14-12-2016 12:14
  
  James Wilson, 19, due before magistrates
  
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• International competition prepares Warwickshire Bears for double league success - Solihull Observer

  14-12-2016 12:03 via solihullobserver.co.uk
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  International competition prepares Warwickshire Bears for double league success
  Solihull Observer
  INTERNATIONAL competition prepared Warwickshire Bears for two competitive league games as the Henley-In-Arden based side wrapped up three successive victories. The Bears first faced a friendly tie against the United Arab Emirates, who were in the UK ...
  
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• Watch: Driver arrested after 70mph police pursuit through Birmingham city centre

  14-12-2016 12:02
  
  Force helicopter was also scrambled during Sunday afternoon drama
  
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• Oxford student who dreamed of bucket list road trip dies aged 21

  14-12-2016 11:02
  
  'Inspirational' Matt Greenwood constantly thought of others, says college principal
  
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• Three in hospital after collision between car and van in Walsall

  14-12-2016 10:07
  
  Incident in Walsall leaves three in back of ambulance
  
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• Amir Khan says wife and family are destroying his name

  14-12-2016 09:56
  
  Former world champion boxer has threatened to cut wife and his parents out of his life for their behaviour
  
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• Pregnant woman brutally attacked in FIFTH carjacking in a fortnight

  14-12-2016 09:51
  
  She was sprayed in the face with 'noxious substance'
  
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• Former football coach due in court charged with child sex offences

  14-12-2016 09:06
  
  He is accused of eight offences of sexual assault against a boy under the age of 14.
  
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• Aleppo awaits evacuation after surrender deal

  14-12-2016 08:59
  
  The dramatic developments, which appeared to restore the remainder of what was once Syria's largest city to President Bashar Assad's forces after months of heavy fighting and a crippling siege
  
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• Imps clash to be rearranged again - Vitalfootball

  14-12-2016 08:34 via solihullmoors.vitalfootball.co.uk
  
  Imps clash to be rearranged again
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  Solihull Moors' National League fixture at home to Lincoln City is set to be rearranged once again, due to the Imps' involvement in the FA Trophy. The fixture was due to be played next Tuesday (20/12), but Lincoln will now be facing Nantwich Town in an ...
  
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• The morning news headlines: Paddy Ashdown - Aleppo must not become another Srebrenica; Talks aimed at resolving Southern Rail strike to be hosted by Acas

  14-12-2016 08:31
  
  The latest news from Britain and around the world
  
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• Why six cycle lanes have been scrapped and 'superhighways' are in

  14-12-2016 06:30
  
  Birmingham City Council replaces six cycle lane schemes with two segregated superhighways in Selly Oak and Perry Barr
  
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• Police hunting for men who attacked pregnant woman in Yardley

  14-12-2016 00:00
  
  Detectives are searching for two men who attacked a heavily pregnant 22-year-old woman and stole her car from a Yardley car park on Sunday (11 December).The woman - who was eight months pregnant - had parked up on Yew Tree car park, opposite Frogmoor Lane, at around 7.45pm on Sunday when two Asian men, believed to have been lying in wait, approached her.She tried to run away but was dragged to the ground and pinned down, a noxious substance was sprayed into her eyes while the thieves took her ca
  
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