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UK News: BA cabin crew strike for third day

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 03:05:18 GMT

British Airways cabin crew have begun their third day of strike action as airline management and union leaders continue their war of words.

UK News: Pressure grows for lobbying probe

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 03:05:18 GMT

Pressure is mounting for a sleaze probe after several senior Labour MPs were filmed apparently offering their expertise for cash.

UK News: Olivier triumph for Rachel Weisz

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 03:05:18 GMT

Oscar winners Rachel Weisz and Dame Maggie Smith have scooped two standout Laurence Olivier prizes at the glitzy theatre awards ceremony.

UK News: Huntley 'slashed' by fellow inmate

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 03:05:14 GMT

Soham murderer Ian Huntley is in hospital after reportedly having his throat slashed by a fellow prison inmate.

National Sport: Woods 'nervous' ahead of comeback

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:45:17 GMT

Tiger Woods is feeling the tension ahead of his return to golf after four months in self-imposed exile.

Politics News: Darling promises "workmanlike" Budget as Cameron promises new bank tax

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Chancellor Alistair Darling has promised a “sensible, workmanlike” Budget as he renewed his message that there would be no pre-election giveaways.

UK News: Tiger Woods tells of comeback fears

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:05:16 GMT

Disgraced golfer Tiger Woods has revealed he is "nervous" about making his golf comeback next month as he admitted he had been "living a lie".

Other UK business news: Unite calls for BA board to intervene in dispute

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 06:05:00 GMT

The chairman and board members of British Airways have been urged to “use their influence” in a bid to resolve the cabin crew dispute, which descended into a bitter war of words after a weekend of strike action.

UK News: Seaweed bread 'key to obesity'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:05:16 GMT

Seaweed bread could be the answer to the obesity epidemic, scientists have said.

UK News: PM offers universal fast broadband

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:05:16 GMT

Gordon Brown is setting out plans to ensure super-fast broadband for every home in a move he claims could slash billions from public service costs and create more than 250,000 jobs.

UK News: Households 'now £17,000 worse off'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:05:16 GMT

The average household is more than £17,000 worse off than they were at the start of the recession, a research has shown.

UK News: Economic recovery 'remains fragile'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 01:05:16 GMT

The UK's economic recovery will not pick up pace until the middle of next year, a business group has warned.

Other UK business news: Little Chef boss hails power of television

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 06:15:00 GMT

The man who helped rescue Little Chef has told other businesses you won’t get fried by reality television.

National Sport: Fabregas not fazed by Barca tie

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 23:45:17 GMT

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas maintains the Gunners would have had to face Barcelona sooner or later if they are to fulfil their dream of becoming the best in Europe this season.

National Sport: Mancini rejects Juve link

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 22:45:14 GMT

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini admits he is flattered to be linked to the Juventus job but insists there is "no truth at all" to reports he has already been approached about taking over the Serie A giants.

UK News: Weisz and Rylance scoop Oliviers

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 22:05:14 GMT

Oscar winner Rachel Weisz has scooped the Laurence Olivier award for best actress for her stage role as Blanche DuBois in A Streetcar Named Desire.

Other UK business news: Insolvencies continue to fall

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 06:00:00 GMT

The number of companies declared insolvent fell during February, according to new research.

Daily Bulletin News: Unite calls for BA board to intervene in dispute

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:05:00 GMT

Daily Bulletin News: Business backs Birmingham's City of Culture bid

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:10:00 GMT

Birmingham’s business community has thrown its weight behind the city’s bid to be the UK’s City of Culturefor 2013.

UK News: Gay couple 'turned away from B&B'

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:05:18 GMT

A gay couple have claimed they were turned away from a bed & breakfast because the owner said it was "against her convictions" to allow them to share a bed.

UK News: Fire hits Harry Potter set

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 21:05:18 GMT

Filming of the latest Harry Potter movie has been hit by a fire which broke out on the set.

Daily Bulletin News: Cameron demands probe into lobbying for cash claims

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:25:00 GMT

David Cameron has demanded an investigation into “shocking” claims made by senior Labour MPs who were filmed apparently offering their expertise for cash.

Daily Bulletin News: Teenager due in court charged with murder of Birmingham student

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:35:00 GMT

A teenager is due in court charged with murdering a Birmingham student who died after an alleged street attack.

National Sport: Injury blow for Lescott

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 20:45:15 GMT

England defender Joleon Lescott has suffered a hamstring injury and will have a scan to determine the extent of the problem, Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has confirmed.

Daily Bulletin News: Animal rights enthusiast cleared of manslaughter fears reprisals

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:25:00 GMT

An animal rights enthusiast who piloted a gyrocopter that killed a hunt supporter has spoken of his fear of reprisals following his acquittal for manslaughter.

Politics News: Twitter message sparks fiery election battle in Edgbaston

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 20:04:00 GMT

The General Election fight in Edgbaston – Birmingham’s most marginal constituency – is hotting up, writes Public Affairs Correspondent Paul Dale.

UK News: Lady Gaga celebrates chart double

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 20:05:15 GMT

Lady Gaga has enjoyed double chart success as her album and latest single rose to the number one spots.

UK News: Huntley attacked by fellow prisoner

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 20:05:14 GMT

Soham murderer Ian Huntley is being treated in hospital after being assaulted by a fellow prisoner, a Ministry of Justice spokesman has said.

Other UK business news: Struggling farmers could swing rural vote in General Election

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:54:00 GMT

Anna Blackaby looks at the big issues facing UK agriculture and its political importance ahead of the General Election.

Health News: £1m patient watchdog Birmingham Link blasted over slow start

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:01:00 GMT

A Birmingham patient watchdog body set up with more than £1 million of NHS and council cash has been heavily criticised for spending the past 18 months “getting started”.

Manufacturing & Skills: Aga Rangemaster on the attack and thinking big

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:45:00 GMT

Editor Alun Thorne talks to the boss of one of the region’s most important manufacturers about surviving the recession and the search for future growth

Music: Review: Carmen, by the Welsh National Opera, at Birmingham Hippodrome

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:40:00 GMT

This WNO production of Carmen dispenses with the picture-postcard Spanish flummery of arena productions, no prancing horses and flamenco dancers, and focuses on the music.

Other UK business news: Marston's to start brewing vegetarian real ale

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:31:00 GMT

West Midlands brewer Marston’s has developed a new technology that will make real ale suitable for vegetarians for the first time.

Manufacturing & Skills: Success story continues for Key Technologies

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:34:00 GMT

A specialist engineering firm headed by one of the region’s top industrialists has maintained its positive run of results by posting a further increase in half-year profits.

West Midlands News: Top NEC chef wants Michelin-style dining at the ICC in Birmingham

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:27:00 GMT

Paul Gould, the NEC’s top chef, tells food critic Richard McComb about his ambitious plans for Michelin-style dining

Other UK business news: Budget: Backs to the wall time for Alistair Darling

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:24:00 GMT

The region’s business leaders have called on the Alistair Darling to make clear his plans to reduce the deficit when he stands up in the Commons on Wednesday.

Daily Bulletin News: Dawn Roberts' MIPIM Diary: The sun always shines in Brum

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:10:00 GMT

Dawn Roberts writes her final diary entry from MIPIM

Other UK business news: Budget: Austerity the watchford as election looms

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:21:00 GMT

Roger Bootle, economic adviser to Deloitte, gives his view on what we can expect from next week’s Budget

Daily Bulletin News: Little Chef boss hails power of television

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:15:13 GMT

The man who helped rescue Little Chef has told other businesses you won’t get fried by reality television.

Daily Bulletin News: MPs warn about disruption to residents by high speed rail plans

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:10:14 GMT

High speed rail services linking London to Birmingham with 250mph trains will cause disruption for thousands of Midland residents, MPs have warned.

UK News: US Democrats predict healthcare win

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:05:14 GMT

House Democratic leaders are predicting victory for President Barack Obama's bill designed to overhaul the United States healthcare system.

Daily Bulletin News: Darling promises "workmanlike" Budget as Cameron promises new bank tax

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 19:00:16 GMT

Chancellor Alistair Darling has promised a “sensible, workmanlike” Budget as he renewed his message that there would be no pre-election giveaways.

National Sport: Blues suffer title blow

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:45:14 GMT

Chelsea suffered a slip-up in the title race after they were held to a 1-1 draw at Blackburn.

Daily Bulletin News: CBI warns of sluggish recvovery

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:20:14 GMT

The UK’s economic recovery will not pick up pace until the middle of next year, the CBI has warned.

Daily Bulletin News: Insolvencies continue to fall

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:10:14 GMT

The number of companies declared insolvent fell during February, according to new research.

UK News: Tories demand lobbying claims probe

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:05:14 GMT

David Cameron demanded an investigation into "shocking" claims made by senior Labour MPs who were filmed apparently offering their expertise for cash.

National Sport: Davies wins first Tour event

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:45:17 GMT

Welshman Rhys Davies captured his first European Tour title with a brilliant display in Morocco on Sunday.

National Sport: Warriors win again

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:45:16 GMT

Wigan pulled two points clear at the top of Engage Super League with an impressive 36-22 win that left Castleford still looking for a first home win of 2010.

National Sport: Saints claim LV= Cup

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:45:16 GMT

Northampton qualified for next season's Heineken Cup after they completed the first stage of a possible trophy treble with a 30-24 win over Gloucester at Sixways.

National Sport: Miller gives Gers victory

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:45:16 GMT

Kenny Miller's late header gave nine-man Rangers a 1-0 victory over St Mirren in a dramatic Co-operative Insurance Cup final at Hampden.

National Sport: City maintain Champions League push

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:45:15 GMT

Manchester City forward Carlos Tevez earned a 2-1 victory at Craven Cottage to maintain his side's Champions League hopes and give Fulham a European hangover.

UK News: 165,000 complete Sport Relief mile

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:05:15 GMT

More than 165,000 people - some on spacehoppers and pogo-sticks and others on hands and knees - completed the Sport Relief mile run, organisers have said.

UK News: Iraqi vote recount calls rejected

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:05:15 GMT

Iraq's election commission has rejected calls from the president and prime minister for a recount of votes cast in the general election on March 7.

UK News: Girl, four, killed on Florida beach

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 17:05:15 GMT

A four-year-old British girl was killed after being run over by a car on a Florida beach, the Highway Patrol has said.

National Sport: Peacock joins Leeds injury list

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:45:15 GMT

England captain Jamie Peacock has joined Leeds Rhinos' worsening injury list.

UK News: Man Utd fans planning £1.25bn bid

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:05:13 GMT

Manchester United supporters are planning to table a £1.25 billion bid for the football club by June in a move that would lead to fans holding a majority stake, it has been reported.

National Sport: Park seals vital victory

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 15:45:14 GMT

Manchester United came from behind to reclaim the Premier League's top spot with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford.

Legal: Three new arrivals for family team at Alsters Kelley

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Warwickshire law firm Alsters Kelley has welcomed three new additions. The assistant solicitors and legal secretary have been taken on to help with the increased workload in the family department.

National Sport: France could provide Bleu-print

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:45:15 GMT

If Martin Johnson needed any reassurance the anguish of developing a new England team can ultimately be worth it, he need only listen to Marc Lievremont.

National Sport: Button hoping for more action

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:45:15 GMT

Jenson Button feels crucial decisions will have to be taken after the next few races if Formula One fails to brighten up its act.

National Sport: Lewis in good Moody as England improve

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:45:14 GMT

England captain Lewis Moody believes the team can improve another 30% after ending a generally lacklustre RBS 6 Nations campaign with a positive performance in a 12-10 defeat to France in Paris on Saturday night.

National Sport: Ferris: Occasion got to Ireland

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:45:15 GMT

Stephen Ferris fears Ireland were consumed by the occasion as their Croke Park farewell party ended with an anti-climatic upset.

UK News: Girl, 4, killed on Florida beach

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:05:15 GMT

A four-year-old British girl was killed after being hit by a car on a Florida beach, it has been disclosed .

UK News: Union urges BA chairman to step in

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:05:13 GMT

The joint leader of Unite has urged the chairman of British Airways and "sensible" board members to use their influence in a bid to resolve the bitter cabin crew dispute.

National Sport: City stars seek to change Bridge's mind

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:45:16 GMT

Manchester City's England contingent are trying to persuade team-mate Wayne Bridge to reverse his decision to quit the national side.

National Sport: Hodgson urges caution

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:45:16 GMT

Fulham manager Roy Hodgson is adamant the club should not risk financial oblivion by trying to break into the Barclays Premier League's top six.

National Sport: Ferdinand hid injury from Fergie

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:45:16 GMT

England captain Rio Ferdinand has revealed he hid the extent of his back problem from Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson, which left him "bent over like an old hunchback" and struggling to walk.

National Sport: Terry lashes out at officials

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:45:16 GMT

Chelsea captain John Terry has hit out at the standard of refereeing in the Champions League in the wake of his side's elimination from the competition at the hands of Inter Milan.

National Sport: Staunton leaves Quakers

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:45:15 GMT

Darlington have parted company with a manager for the second time this season after opting to relieve Steve Staunton of his duties.

UK News: 74 arrests in demo clash

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:05:14 GMT

More than 70 people were arrested during clashes between right-wing and anti-fascist protesters which brought a town centre to a standstill.

National Sport: Tigers impress to leave Test in balance

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:45:14 GMT

Bangladesh registered the third highest total in their history before removing three of England's top order to leave the second Test delicately poised after two days.

UK News: BA cabin crew continue strike

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:05:14 GMT

British Airways cabin crew are continuing with a strike over cost-cutting, leading to fresh clashes between the airline and union leaders about the impact of the industrial action.

National Sport: England on back foot

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 10:45:14 GMT

England were on the back foot against Bangladesh after the hosts made the third highest total in their history before removing three of the tourists' top order on day two of the second Test.

National Sport: England make steady start to reply

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 09:45:24 GMT

England made slow but steady progress on the second afternoon of the second Test after Bangladesh recorded the third-highest total in their history in the morning session.

National Sport: Moyes: Victory sweet for Toffees

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:45:18 GMT

Everton manager David Moyes felt his side thoroughly deserved their three points after a hard-fought Barclays Premier League win over 10-man Bolton.

National Sport: Grant hails Pompey 'ambassadors'

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:45:18 GMT

Portsmouth boss Avram Grant hailed his players as ambassadors for the Barclays Premier League after their stunning comeback against Hull in the same week they were virtually condemned to relegation.

National Sport: Redknapp: Eidur's a Gud signing

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:45:18 GMT

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp revealed he is desperate to make Eidur Gudjohnsen's move permanent after watching him star in a 2-1 win at Stoke.

National Sport: Villa boss in awe of 'exceptional' Young

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:45:18 GMT

Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill hailed a "mesmeric" performance from winger Ashley Young as his side salvaged a point with a 2-2 home draw against Wolves.

National Sport: Wenger hails 'outstanding' Gunners

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:45:17 GMT

Arsene Wenger hailed the new-found maturity of his young Arsenal side after they overcame the sending off of defender Thomas Vermaelen to battle back to the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 2-0 win over struggling West Ham.

UK News: Balls faces battle with teachers

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:05:14 GMT

Schools Secretary Ed Balls is facing a pre-election battle with teachers over plans to make them undergo regular check-ups to ensure they are fit to teach.

National Sport: Brown thrilled by Cudjoe show

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:45:18 GMT

Nathan Brown hailed the performance of Leroy Cudjoe after the winger bagged a hat-trick of tries in Huddersfield's 32-18 win over a gritty Harlequins side.

National Sport: Gatland hails returning duo

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:45:18 GMT

Prop Gethin Jenkins and scrum-half Mike Phillips were singled out for praise by Wales coaches Warren Gatland and Shaun Edwards after the 33-10 victory over Italy.

National Sport: Robinson savours Scotland success

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:45:18 GMT

Andy Robinson hailed his Scotland side for finally solving the riddle of how to win a rugby match after watching them score a sensational victory in Ireland to avoid the RBS 6 Nations wooden spoon.

National Sport: Johnson: England 'players came of age'

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 07:45:15 GMT

England manager Martin Johnson felt his team came of age in Paris - but he was ultimately left frustrated as France held out for a 12-10 win that sealed the Grand Slam.

National Sport: Bangladesh tail frustrates England

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:45:14 GMT

Bangladesh made the third highest total of their history as England laboured for the final two wickets on the second morning of the second Test.

UK News: Labour fights lobbying after expose

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:05:18 GMT

Labour has promised a crackdown on lobbying by ex-ministers after several of its senior MPs were filmed apparently offering their services for cash.

UK News: Foreign Office budget move slammed

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:05:19 GMT

The "ludicrous" decision to stop protecting the Foreign Office budget from fluctuations in exchange rates has caused an "unacceptable risk" to its ability to function properly, MPs have said.

UK News: Darling rules out giveaway Budget

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:05:19 GMT

Alistair Darling has ruled out a "giveaway Budget" as he put the finishing touches to the pre-election package he will deliver on Wednesday.

UK News: Mass-goers hear Pope's apology

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:05:16 GMT

Sunday Mass-goers across Ireland are being read Pope Benedict's words of apology in his pastoral letter on clerical child abuse.

UK News: Just 25% of voters back BA strike

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:05:16 GMT

Only one in four voters supports the strike by British Airways cabin crew, according to an opinion poll carried out in the days before the walk out.

UK News: BA reinstating cancelled flights

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:05:16 GMT

Strike-hit British Airways is reinstating a number of cancelled flights as the airline fights a war of words with union leaders over the walkout's success.

UK News: Sarah Payne photos in killer's cell

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:05:16 GMT

The mother of Sarah Payne has told of her "anger and dismay" after being told her daughter's killer was found with pictures of the girl in his cell.

UK News: Jade cancer 'diagnosed too late'

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:05:18 GMT

Jade Goody would still be alive if NHS medics had spotted her "quite typical" symptoms of cervical cancer, a private doctor has claimed.

UK News: Polls still signal hung Parliament

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:05:17 GMT

The Tories are still not on course to win the general election outright, two more opinion polls have indicated, pointing to the possibility of a hung Parliament.

UK News: Father reveals kidnap ordeal horror

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:05:14 GMT

The father of kidnap victim Sahil Saeed has revealed the terrifying threats made by his son's captors and his fears that the little boy might be murdered.

National Sport: France claim Grand Slam

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:45:14 GMT

France were crowned RBS 6 Nations Grand Slam champions in Paris on Saturday as three penalties from Morgan Parra and a Francois Trinh-Duc drop-goal gave them a 12-10 win over England.

UK News: Child killer 'had victim's picture'

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:05:14 GMT

The man convicted of murdering schoolgirl Sarah Payne was found with pictures of her in his cell, it was revealed.

RFU News: Birmingham & Solihull Bees 24 Moseley 17

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 20:52:00 GMT

After 11 months of waiting Bees finally taste success but just seven days since a magnificent victory, Moseley are awful

National Sport: Giants win in London

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 20:45:15 GMT

Leroy Cudjoe scored a hat-trick of tries as Huddersfield moved into third place in the Engage Super League with a 32-18 victory over a gutsy Harlequins side at The Stoop.

National Sport: Gunners move top after Hammers defeat

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 19:45:14 GMT

Arsenal overcame the sending off of defender Thomas Vermaelen to battle back to the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 2-0 win over struggling West Ham.