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Hero tackles spade-wielding attacker in Derby

Shocking footage captures the moment a courageous member of the public rugby-tackled a violent assailant armed with a spade during a terrifying broad daylight attack in Derby city centre.

Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future

The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.

Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested

Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.

British tourist dies after Dublin assault

Simon Tweed, 58, from Kent, has died weeks after being kicked in the head during an unprovoked attack in Dublin city centre. Gardaí continue hunting for the suspect while his devastated family pays tribute to their 'gentle giant'.

Manchester Building Collapse Sparks Mass Evacuation

Emergency services have launched a major operation in Manchester city centre after a building partially collapsed, forcing evacuations and road closures as structural engineers assess the safety of the area.

Dublin riots erupt after child stabbing incident

Dublin city centre descends into chaos as anti-immigration protests turn violent following hospitalisation of three young children and care worker after suspected stabbing attack.

Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama

Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.

Reeves scraps Birmingham NEST hub in economic shake-up

Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abruptly terminated the planned £150 million NEST innovation hub in Birmingham, marking one of her first major economic decisions and raising concerns about the UK's regional development strategy.

Manchester bar death: Police arrest man in drug probe

Greater Manchester Police have arrested a 25-year-old man after a customer died following a suspected drug-related incident at a city centre bar. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the victim.

NY Blood Centre Declares Emergency Shortage

The New York Blood Centre has issued an emergency alert as blood supplies drop to dangerously low levels, threatening patient care across New York City and surrounding regions.

Man dead in Dublin city centre stabbing attack

A man has died following a violent stabbing incident in Dublin's Parnell Square, with emergency services rushing to the scene and police launching an urgent investigation into the tragic attack.

Melbourne Convention Centre evacuated after fire alarm

Thousands were forced to evacuate the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre after a fire alarm triggered emergency protocols, disrupting a significant business gathering and prompting a swift emergency response.

Birmingham: 95,000 children living in poverty

Shocking new data reveals Birmingham as England's child poverty capital, with nearly half of all children living in deprivation. Exclusive investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.

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