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'We may not have made it to Christmas number one - but our song created in the West Midlands has started a conversation that can end shame and save lives'

A West Midlands GP has shared a message of thanks to people who supported her Christmas No.1 campaign with her single as it 'started an important conversation that could save lives.'

Health|12 hours ago
Supporting image for story: 'We may not have made it to Christmas number one - but our song created in the West Midlands has started a conversation that can end shame and save lives'
Supporting image for story: 'We all hope everyone has a great night and relives some memories' - Last ever Cheeky Monkey Indie night to be held at Wolverhampton Halls after 28 years
'We all hope everyone has a great night and relives some memories' - Last ever Cheeky Monkey Indie night to be held at Wolverhampton Halls after 28 years
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Wolverhampton|Dec 19
Supporting image for story: The Wonder Stuff live in Birmingham tonight!
The Wonder Stuff live in Birmingham tonight!
Your World|Dec 18
Supporting image for story: Madness return to Birmingham: Tickets, setlist, timings & age limits for this week’s Utilita Arena show
Madness return to Birmingham: Tickets, setlist, timings & age limits for this week’s Utilita Arena show
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Birmingham entertainment|Dec 16
Supporting image for story: Barry Steele's Roy Orbison Story is coming to Wolverhampton Grand
Barry Steele's Roy Orbison Story is coming to Wolverhampton Grand
Your World|Dec 15
Supporting image for story: Watch Chris Martin’s fantastic surprise performance at Staffordshire couple’s wedding
Watch Chris Martin’s fantastic surprise performance at Staffordshire couple’s wedding
Showbiz|Dec 15
Supporting image for story: 'A key civic site': Birmingham Black Sabbath pub owners urged to rethink over controversial car park
'A key civic site': Birmingham Black Sabbath pub owners urged to rethink over controversial car park
Birmingham|Dec 15

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Supporting image for story: Fresh from I'm a Celeb - Martin Kemp is bringing the 80s back to Wolverhampton - how to get tickets
Fresh from I'm a Celeb - Martin Kemp is bringing the 80s back to Wolverhampton - how to get tickets
Wolverhampton entertainment|Dec 13
Supporting image for story: 40 unmissable concerts, sports events and more coming to West Midlands in 2026, including Robbie Williams, Def Leppard and darts
40 unmissable concerts, sports events and more coming to West Midlands in 2026, including Robbie Williams, Def Leppard and darts
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What's On|Dec 13
Supporting image for story: 'If we can achieve a tenth of Slade's success - we would be absolutely ecstatic': Walsall band The Assist release their first Christmas song
'If we can achieve a tenth of Slade's success - we would be absolutely ecstatic': Walsall band The Assist release their first Christmas song
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Features|Dec 13
Supporting image for story: How Slade's Merry Xmas Everybody stormed the charts and turned four West Midland lads into global music legends
How Slade's Merry Xmas Everybody stormed the charts and turned four West Midland lads into global music legends
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Music|Dec 13
Supporting image for story: Cannock Chase Forest Live: Full line-up announced including huge artists like Becky Hill and Fatboy Slim
Cannock Chase Forest Live: Full line-up announced including huge artists like Becky Hill and Fatboy Slim
Music|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: Stars of global hit series The Next Step dance into Wolverhampton
Stars of global hit series The Next Step dance into Wolverhampton
Your World|Dec 11
Supporting image for story: Music Makers: Open Mic Night
Music Makers: Open Mic Night
Your World|Dec 11
Supporting image for story: Young musicians raise money for charity
Young musicians raise money for charity
Your World|Dec 10
Supporting image for story: Guitar Titan Malina Moye heads to Wolverhampton on Dirty January 2026 UK tour
Guitar Titan Malina Moye heads to Wolverhampton on Dirty January 2026 UK tour
Your World|Dec 9
Supporting image for story: A music lovers paradise has popped up at the Bullring in Birmingham - what to expect at Artist Vault
A music lovers paradise has popped up at the Bullring in Birmingham - what to expect at Artist Vault
Lifestyle|Dec 9

UK News

Supporting image for story: King praises Second World War values in Christmas message
King praises Second World War values in Christmas message
UK News|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: British online campaigner vows to fight US deportation threat
British online campaigner vows to fight US deportation threat
UK News|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Two men believed to be missing in the sea off beach
Two men believed to be missing in the sea off beach
UK News|3 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Kate chats with well-wishers on Christmas Day walkabout
Kate chats with well-wishers on Christmas Day walkabout
UK News|4 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Thousands of jobs saved as Petrofac set to be purchased
Thousands of jobs saved as Petrofac set to be purchased
UK News|5 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Thousands turn out for Christmas morning parkruns
Thousands turn out for Christmas morning parkruns
UK News|6 hours ago

Viral News

Supporting image for story: Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Viral news|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Lifestyle|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Viral news|Dec 7
Supporting image for story: 'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
Entertainment|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: Letters to Santa represent ‘magic of Christmas’, Royal Mail elves say
Letters to Santa represent ‘magic of Christmas’, Royal Mail elves say
Viral news|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students
Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students
Viral news|Nov 25

World News

Supporting image for story: Pope Leo XIV remembers Gaza’s suffering in first Christmas homily
Pope Leo XIV remembers Gaza’s suffering in first Christmas homily
World News|6 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi terror attack
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi terror attack
World News|12 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Full release of Epstein files may take ‘few more weeks’ despite missed deadline
Full release of Epstein files may take ‘few more weeks’ despite missed deadline
World News|23 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Zelensky open to creating demilitarised zone in Ukraine’s industrial heartland
Zelensky open to creating demilitarised zone in Ukraine’s industrial heartland
World News|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation as blast in Gaza wounds soldier
Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation as blast in Gaza wounds soldier
World News|Dec 24
Investigators sift through wreckage after fatal nursing home explosion in US
World News|Dec 24
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