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• Labour 2017 General Election manifesto leaked - and this is what's on it

  10-05-2017 23:17
  
  A leaked draft of the text indicated that Labour would commit to nationalising energy firms, railways, bus firms and the Royal Mail
  
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• Man charged over string of TEN arson attacks at Gentleshaw Common

  10-05-2017 22:28
  
  Man to appear in court next month in connection with multiple fires at the site in just three weeks
  
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• Why some new £1 coins are selling for almost £300 on eBay

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  The new 12-sided coin, designed by a Midlands schoolboy, from Walsall, entered circulation earlier this year
  
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• Why 'forged' new £1 coins could prove to be more valuable than the real thing

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  This man claims he was given a fake new £1 coin - despite claims it is near-impossible to copy
  
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• When is using Kodi illegal? What you need to know to stay on the right side of the law

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  A trader is being hauled to court in a landmark case over the legality of selling boxes loaded with Kodi
  
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• What is stealthing? Find out more about the sexual trend that is actually assault

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  The trend sees men remove condoms halfway through sexual intercourse - without partners being aware he is doing so
  
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• What is Flying Ant Day and when is it? Everything you need to know

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  It's a giant ant party, in many respects, with millions enjoying their "nuptial flight"
  
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• Want to download Kodi onto your Amazon Fire stick? Check out our how-to guide

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Kodi essentially turns any computer, smartphone or tablet into a digital set-top box or streamer
  
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• UK's most valuable coins: The 50p, 5p and 2p pieces worth WAY more than it says on the coin

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  You might be richer than you think - see some of the coins which are worth rather more than they say
  
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• The top serial numbers to check for to see if your plastic £5 note is valuable

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Some of the new polymer fivers are selling for £200 and up - but what serial numbers should you be looking out for?
  
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• The Only Way Is Essex: How much do stars of TOWIE get paid?

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Just how much are each of the most popular TOWIE stars earning?
  
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• Revealed: Secret Netflix codes you need to unlock hidden categories

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Not all content appears when you search on Netflix, as many users of the streaming service know only too well
  
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• People have been selling new plastic £5 notes for huge sums of money on eBay

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Collectors are looking for five pound notes with the lowest serial numbers as these attract the highest bids
  
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• New vaping laws: Seven ways vapers and the industry will soon need to change

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  The laws coming into effect on May 20 will introduce a number of rules about the sale of e-cigarettes and e-liquids
  
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• New UK smoking laws come into effect THIS MONTH - here's what you need to know

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Among the key changes are a new law which makes packs of 10 cigarettes no longer readily available
  
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• New UK road tax rules: How much do YOU need to pay?

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Motorists across Birmingham and throughout the West Midlands will be required to change what they pay in a bid to keep their vehicles on the road
  
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• Never mind the iPhone - Here's why your iPod Classic could be worth far more on eBay

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  While the much-anticipated new phone will set you back £599, it’s just possible an iPod they stopped making can sell for more
  
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• Most valuable Harry Potter books: Some editions have been selling for a LOT of money

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Many of the early editions of JK Rowling's book are worth thousands of pounds - here's a guide to spotting value
  
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• Legendary Pokemon Go characters could arrive by summer

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  The move comes just weeks after a much-loved Easter Event was launched by the developers Niantic
  
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• Kodi v17.1: How to download the latest update now

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  A lot of questions have been raised with regards to the service, but plenty of people are raving about it - and, best of all, it's totally free
  
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• Kodi top tips: Our pick of the best addons and downloads you NEED to know about

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  The streaming craze shows no sign of slowing down - and, if you're looking to get the best possible experience, we're here to help
  
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• Find out about the Pokémon GO hack that lets you hatch eggs without having to walk anywhere!

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Players are finding they have to walk distances of up to 10km to advance in the game - but one man has come up with a solution
  
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• Amazon and Premier League launch new crackdown on Kodi boxes - how it affects you

  10-05-2017 21:00
  
  Kodi software, which is becoming increasingly popular, is designed to play content legally available on the internet
  
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• Heartbroken relatives of tragic schoolgirl Evha Jannath urge Drayton Manor not to reopen Splash Canyon

  10-05-2017 20:40
  
  The much-loved 11-year-old fell into the water while riding with classmates on the popular attraction during school trip
  
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• Perseverance pays for lead solicitor in Paterson case - Solihull Observer

  10-05-2017 20:04 via solihullobserver.co.uk
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  SHAMED rogue breast surgeon Ian Paterson's guilty verdict for 20 serious criminal charges brought against him for performing extensive surgery for no medically-justifiable reason on ten former patients has been welcomed by the hundreds of patients who ...
  
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• Who will win the general election?

  10-05-2017 19:14
  
  Opinion polls and bookmakers offer a clue about who might win the general election
  
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• Birmingham Airport-bound plane forced to abort landing to avoid aircraft on runway

  10-05-2017 18:24
  
  Passengers tell of drama as Jet2 flight from Gran Canaria came in to land on Tuesday night
  
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• Prime Minister Theresa May backs campaign against scourge of fake news

  10-05-2017 18:14
  
  Fighting Fake News campaign launched to highlight the importance of trusted local media journalism in the run up to the general election
  
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• Teenage robber threatened to shoot terrified tourists during city centre crime spree

  10-05-2017 17:21
  
  Dayel Dale subjected two of his victims to ordeal lasting several hours after asking them to buy him alcohol
  
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• West Midlands Mayor: I'll get tram lines built on time

  10-05-2017 17:18
  
  Andy Street says promises no more delays like the ones which hit the Birmingham City Centre extension
  
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• Thorpe Park close Rumba Rapids after Drayton Manor schoolgirl dies

  10-05-2017 17:10
  
  It said it was closing it as a precaution until more is known about yesterday’s events
  
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• The Conservatives are not unbeatable - they've just been lucky

  10-05-2017 17:07
  
  Despite appearances, the Tories haven't smashed Labour. They've benefited from the collapse in support for smaller parties such as the Lib Dems and UKIP.
  
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• EastEnders fans are livid over Denise Fox's bizarre pasta-cooking method

  10-05-2017 16:57
  
  The Italian food staple outshone dramatic scenes featuring Denise Fox and Carmel Kazemi on Tuesday night
  
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• Homesense to open new store in Stafford creating 45 jobs

  10-05-2017 16:34
  
  Homesense is part of the TK Maxx family
  
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• Watch: Horror at £600,000 jewellery quarter Land Rover ram raid

  10-05-2017 16:22
  
  Reward offered for information after break in at art gallery and bar
  
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• Three people flee blazing Sutton Coldfield house through upstairs window

  10-05-2017 15:42
  
  Woman rushed to hospital with suspected broken leg
  
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• Liam Payne reveals Cheryl's adorable nickname for baby Bear

  10-05-2017 15:34
  
  The 23-year-old made the comment during a backstage exchange with fans
  
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• What is Three Girls about and when does it start? All you need to know on BBC Rochdale grooming gangs drama

  10-05-2017 15:20
  
  Three Girls airs on BBC1 on Tuesday, May 16, for three consecutive nights
  
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• Coronation Street spoiler: Bethany Platt finds unlikely ally in grooming storyline

  10-05-2017 15:20
  
  Viewers watched in horror on Wednesday evening as she agreed to marry evil Nathan
  
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• War of the Roses Live riding into Warwick Castle | The Solihull ... - Solihull Observer

  10-05-2017 15:15 via solihullobserver.co.uk
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  An all-new horseback jousting spectacle starts on May 27 and visitors must pledge allegiance to either the House of York or the House of Lancaster and join a ...and more »
  
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• Nature's perfect palette when you're in the mood for colour

  10-05-2017 15:11
  
  There’s a whole world of colour out there that could transform your home. Gabrielle Fagan talks to leading stylist Hans Blomquist about using everything from woods to the weather as decor inspiration
  
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• No charges for Conservative MPs over 2015 election spending, CPS says

  10-05-2017 14:59
  
  The CPS head of special crime Nick Vamos said that prosecutors considered files from 14 police forces
  
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• Stars turn out to pay their respects to former Aston Villa defender Ugo Ehiogu

  10-05-2017 14:47
  
  The 44-year-old died on April 20 after collapsing at Tottenham Hotspur's training centre
  
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• Birmingham restaurant deals, offers and discounts for May

  10-05-2017 14:30
  
  Viva Brazil, Pizza Express, Pizza Hut and Sizzling Pubs lead the way with discount offers galore
  
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• How to have an animal house but never a vet bill

  10-05-2017 14:25
  
  Beauty and the beast are one and the same with this fun collection of pieces
  
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• More than £600k worth of cannabis seized from former POLICE STATION

  10-05-2017 14:24
  
   The former station - which closed in 1987 when Staffordshire Police relocated to another site in the town - has since been converted into flats
  
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• Cyclist ends up on M6 after sat nav glitch

  10-05-2017 14:04
  
  Stunned couple spotted him on the hard shoulder
  
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• Who can vote in a general election?

  10-05-2017 14:02
  
  The general election is on June 8, but who can vote in it?
  
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• When was the last general election?

  10-05-2017 13:58
  
  The last general election was in 2015
  
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• Shocking figures reveal calls to police about Black Mamba soar from just ONE case to 306 in three years

  10-05-2017 13:53
  
  The synthetic drug, also known as spice, has been linked to the death of at least one homeless man so far this year and officers say they are now dealing with the impact
  
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