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Three Men Charged in West Bromwich Child Abduction

West Midlands Police charge three men with kidnap and false imprisonment after an 11-year-old boy was abducted in West Bromwich. The suspects remain in custody awaiting a court appearance.

Wales sees first population dip in 170 years, ONS reveals

Exclusive ONS data reveals Wales's population fell for the first time since the 1850s, while England's West Midlands became the fastest-growing region outside London, signalling a major post-pandemic demographic shift.

Yvette Cooper Evacuated in Hotel Security Alert

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper was swiftly evacuated from a Holiday Inn in Castle Bromwich after a suspicious vehicle triggered a major security scare, involving a controlled explosion by bomb squad officers.

Blind man's home firebombed in vile disability hate crime

A blind man was targeted in a horrific firebomb attack on his home in Walsall after flying England flags. The assailant, feared to be armed with acid, screamed hate-filled threats in a shocking case of disability hate crime.

West Ham Target Tottenham's Højbjerg in Shock Move

West Ham United are ready to raid rivals Tottenham for midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg. The Danish international is a top target for new boss Julen Lopetegui as the Hammers look to revamp their engine room this summer.

Fit father, 37, dies from undiagnosed heart condition

The family of Matt Greasley, a seemingly healthy 37-year-old from the West Midlands, are left devastated after he suffered a fatal cardiac arrest caused by an undiagnosed heart condition. They now urge others to learn the warning signs they never saw.

Mass knife brawl erupts on Birmingham street

Dramatic footage captures a violent street brawl involving a large group of men, some armed with knives and weapons, on a residential street in Birmingham. Police are investigating the disturbing incident which has left the local community in shock.

Shropshire's £312m NHS Hospital Rebuild In Crisis

A critical £312 million NHS hospital transformation in Shropshire faces collapse after government housing targets were dramatically reduced, threatening a decade of planning and leaving health services in crisis.

Birmingham Police Hunt Trio After City Centre Assault

West Midlands Police release dramatic CCTV footage and appeal for information after a violent attack leaves a man with serious injuries in Birmingham city centre. Detectives are searching for three suspects.

Puppy Ear Cropping Gang Jailed in Landmark Case

A brutal organised crime gang has been sentenced for their vile puppy ear cropping operation in the West Midlands. Discover the shocking details of the case that has horrified the nation.

West Ham 2025-26 Premier League Preview

A detailed look at West Ham United's prospects for the 2025-26 Premier League season, including squad analysis, key players, and predictions.

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