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'A woman called me vain for taking progress pictures in a West Midlands gym - but I was banned for sticking up for myself'

A Birmingham-based plus size content creator claims she was left stunned after being banned from her local gym after 'defending herself' when another member made comments about her.

Birmingham|Feb 19
Supporting image for story: 'A woman called me vain for taking progress pictures in a West Midlands gym - but I was banned for sticking up for myself'
Supporting image for story: West Midlands wedding pianist explains how she plays her part making priceless memories - and why Spotify can't compete
West Midlands wedding pianist explains how she plays her part making priceless memories - and why Spotify can't compete
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Weekend|Nov 29, 2025
Supporting image for story: 'I fulfilled my dream to open a women's clothing shop in Cannock - now I help women of all ages find clothes they love'
'I fulfilled my dream to open a women's clothing shop in Cannock - now I help women of all ages find clothes they love'
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Features|Nov 8, 2025
Supporting image for story: 'I'm living my dream writing cosy crime novels from my home in Wolverhampton'
'I'm living my dream writing cosy crime novels from my home in Wolverhampton'
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Features|Oct 25, 2025
Supporting image for story: 'I'm a sleep consultant from Brierley Hill and I offer solutions to help tired parents and children'
'I'm a sleep consultant from Brierley Hill and I offer solutions to help tired parents and children'
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Features|Oct 11, 2025
Supporting image for story: "I taught beauty and holistic therapy in West Midlands college classrooms for 25 years and now I have my own holistic and tarot business in Bewdley"
"I taught beauty and holistic therapy in West Midlands college classrooms for 25 years and now I have my own holistic and tarot business in Bewdley"
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Features|Aug 30, 2025
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'I started a craft business in Bearwood while pregnant and now I sell to customers around the world'
Features|May 31, 2025

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UK News

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Travel disruption to continue after blaze near Glasgow Central station
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High Court trial against Gerry Adams set to begin
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Starmer to reassure public as Iran conflict enters tenth day
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Time running out to rescue ‘forgotten forests’ under plantations, charity warns
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Viral News

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Viral news|Feb 9
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World News

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Israel renews Lebanon assault as Netanyahu vows ‘many surprises’ in next phase
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