Man butchered by 'terror' pair
Terrorism returned to the streets of London as two suspected Muslim fanatics butchered a man in broad daylight in the name of "Allah".
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Fifty new firefighters will be taken on by West Midlands Fire Service, bosses have revealed.
Wolverhampton family taken to safety from Oklahoma tornado
A family from Wolverhampton were among those that had to be taken to safety when the deadly tornado hit Oklahoma, it has emerged.
WH Smith to shut Wolverhampton Mander Centre branch shedding 20 jobs
WH Smith is to close its main Wolverhampton branch with the loss of 20 jobs, it was announced today.
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Stiliyan Petrov was today revealed as Aston Villa’s new assistant development coach.
West Brom and Aston Villa post better gates
West Brom and Aston Villa posted improved attendances this season – as Premier League crowds rose by four per cent.
West Brom axe trio but consider Zoltan Gera
West Brom will offer fans’ favourite Zoltan Gera a new contract if he proves his fitness – but Marc-Antoine Fortune’s Baggies career could be over.
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more storiesHewlett-Packard slump continues
Hewlett-Packard's slump is deepening as the world's largest personal computer maker scrambles to meet the growing demand for more versatile and less expensive mobile devices.
Dow falls amid fears over stimulus
Stocks have closed lower on Wall Street after news that several Federal Reserve policymakers favoured cutting back on stimulus programs as early as June if the economy continues to improve.
I raised Google tax issue, says PM
David Cameron insists he had raised the question of Google's UK tax arrangements with the company's boss at talks in Downing Street earlier this week.
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Sir Alex Ferguson’s big send-off at West Brom marred by crowd trouble
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Microsoft has unveiled its next generation console, the Xbox One. Here's what's been revealed.
Don't sneer at Duncan if they slay this dragon
Look at me, I’ve got money, a big flash career and you haven’t. I’ve got a sexy nickname, a book deal and a TV show.
The thing I hate most about gigs? The other people
Going to a gig is supposed to be an enjoyable and entertaining experience. Something to look forward to, something to brighten up an otherwise normal week of rush hours, rain clouds and the kids’ runny noses.
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more storiesMichael Gove approves more than 100 free schools
Education Secretary Michael Gove approved more than 100 free school applications today, which will make up around 50,000 school places.
Much-loved teacher Lily Wilson dies aged 94
Former deputy headmistress Lily Wilson – known to many as ‘Willy’ and a leading light in the girl guides – has died at the age of 94.
Engineering the best career path in West Midlands
Engineering skills have never been in such high demand in the West Midlands as they are currently.
