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You can now travel to Edinburgh and Birmingham from Knock Airport
70,000 new seats have been announced for Ireland West Airport by carrier Flybe.
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Mar 27th 2016, 3:01 PM
Today is a big day for the truth about the 'Birmingham Six' IRA pub bombings
In two weeks we’ll know if there’s enough evidence to open an inquest.
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Feb 10th 2016, 8:55 AM
Man shot dead by masked raiders during attempted warehouse raid
Detectives believe two men were involved in the targeted robbery.
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Feb 4th 2016, 9:43 AM
Daniel Pelka's killer found dead in prison cell
The boy’s mother, Magdelena Luczak, hanged herself in a separate prison last year.
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Jan 29th 2016, 3:29 PM
Man arrested at a Libertines gig with 38 mobile phones stuffed down his trousers
His pants were taped shut.
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Jan 28th 2016, 9:30 PM
Solicitor who claimed he was in IRA to be quizzed over Birmingham pub bombings
The man is now a Dublin-based solicitor.
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Jan 22nd 2016, 6:00 AM
This swingers venue went on fire last night
The cause of the fire is unknown at this stage.
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Dec 29th 2015, 2:05 PM
Eight-year-old who beat baby girl to death charged with murder
One police officer said it was one of the saddest cases he had ever witnessed.
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Nov 11th 2015, 10:11 PM
Two policemen, one of whom described a woman as a "f****** slag", are to keep their jobs
Officers Christopher Guest and Cavan O’Connell left an abusive voicemail on Alex Faragher’s phone after a suspected incident of domestic violence.
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Oct 27th 2015, 7:38 PM
This English village is about to allow alcohol sales for the first time ever
Bournville, which was founded by the teetotal Cadbury family, was the last remaining “dry village” in England.
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Sep 30th 2015, 9:37 PM
Man who dodged UK court over 'indecent images' downloads may be in Dublin
53-year-old David Swift is believed to have connections to the Swords area of north Dublin.
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Aug 29th 2015, 11:45 PM
Drinking a pint of water before eating could help you lose weight
With some conditions.
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Aug 27th 2015, 3:28 PM
Teen who attacked and humiliated two girls in viral video avoids jail
The girl has been remanded into council accommodation for her own safety.
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Aug 4th 2015, 10:17 AM
One of the oldest Koran manuscripts in the world has been discovered
It’s been dated to the seventh century.
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Jul 22nd 2015, 10:00 PM
Bank staff fired after filming mock Islamic State-style execution
They posted the footage – which was described as “abhorrent” by the bank – online.
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Jul 7th 2015, 7:46 AM
Loud sex lands British woman in prison
The woman’s boyfriend, Wayne, received no punishment.
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Jun 2nd 2015, 12:09 PM
There were 2 brutal knockouts last night, while Matthew Macklin got back to winning ways
James Kirkland and Raphael Zumbano Love were on the receiving end of devastating TKOs.
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May 10th 2015, 11:26 AM
Man gets five years in prison for harassing woman - while in prison
Carlos Boente bragged about having the woman’s house burgled.
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Apr 7th 2015, 9:15 PM
Crowd shouted 'jump' before man fell to his death from high building
“It was almost like a form of entertainment for them… kids were screaming, running to the other side to see if they could get a better view.”
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Mar 16th 2015, 7:38 PM
On this day 24 years ago, the Birmingham Six were released
The men spent 16 years in prison – for a crime they didn’t commit.
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Mar 14th 2015, 8:45 AM
Toddler narrowly escapes being struck by exploding manhole
A family were passing by when the explosion occurred.
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Jan 23rd 2015, 4:50 PM
Fox News commentator says non-Muslims can't go to Birmingham, Twitter explodes
Steven Emerson describes himself ‘a leading authority on Islamic extremist networks’.
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Jan 12th 2015, 9:46 PM
5 FA Cup bets to consider this weekend
Pardew to come a cropper on his Palace debut plus more tips that could earn you a few quid.
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Jan 2nd 2015, 9:58 PM
Personalised Nutella jars are causing a freakout because people can't get them
Do you know anyone travelling to London? CAN YOU HELP?
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Nov 19th 2014, 9:24 AM
Watch out, Germany! The always-entertaining Nicklas Bendtner has joined Wolfsburg
Former Arsenal striker will look to restart his career in the Bundesliga.
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Aug 15th 2014, 1:39 PM
Pilot averts disaster after false arm fell off as he landed plane
The incident happened after his prosthetic limb became detached on a flight in February.
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Aug 14th 2014, 3:35 PM
Woman gives birth outside Primark store in Birmingham
The baby girl was born to cheers from onlookers.
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Jul 2nd 2014, 8:01 AM
Four-year-old boy found wandering the streets barefoot last night
The boy has been unable to tell police in Birmingham his name or anything else which could help to identify him.
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Jun 13th 2014, 11:20 AM
Miley Cyrus recording new music in Ireland... it's The Dredge
All of the day’s celeb filth. Yuck.
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May 19th 2014, 11:21 AM
Boy celebrates birthday with terrifying cake replica of himself
Alfie Rose celebrated his fourth birthday this week.
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Jan 26th 2014, 4:00 PM
UK surgeon suspended for 'branding his initials on patient's liver'
A patient charity said “this is a patient we’re talking about, not an autograph”.
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Dec 24th 2013, 4:04 PM
Aston Villa plan minute's applause for Irish fan who died in hit-and-run
The Premier League club will pay their respects to Kildare man Jody O’Reilly on St Stephen’s Day.
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Dec 23rd 2013, 2:52 PM
Man ejected from Slade gig after his dancing was deemed a 'safety risk'
Daz Bishop says this is the first time he’s been kicked out of a gig for Dancing.
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Dec 23rd 2013, 2:47 PM
Friends of Irish man who died in hit-and-run campaign for minute silence at Aston Villa
Kildare man Jody O’Reilly was killed in a hit-and-run in Birmingham last weekend.
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Dec 21st 2013, 12:52 PM
Local news anchor asks weatherman about his 'little weiner'
Is there anything better than a good news blooper?
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Oct 2nd 2013, 7:42 AM
Capital One Cup wrap: Arsenal through on penalties, holders Swansea go out
Meanwhile, the draw for the fourth round has been made tonight.
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Sep 25th 2013, 10:55 PM
UPS plane crashes at Alabama airport, killing two crew
Debris could be spread as far as a half a mile, authorities say and the Mayor of Birmingham says there have been a number of small explosions
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Aug 14th 2013, 12:31 PM
Aer Arann announces new routes, 16% rise in passenger numbers
The airline said it has completed a successful restructuring programme which signals a “new beginning” for the company.
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Feb 12th 2013, 3:49 PM
Two Big Issue sellers stabbed to death in England
The men, both in their 30s, were stabbed during rush hour on Friday evening in Birmingham city centre.
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Jan 12th 2013, 5:33 PM
Teenage Pakistani activist shot by Taliban to remain in the UK
Malala Yousufzai has been recovering at a hospital in Birmingham and her father has now been offered a role as Pakistan’s education attache in the city.
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Jan 2nd 2013, 8:18 PM
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