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Residents warned to keep windows closed as trees and sheds catch alight in Birmingham

Around a dozen firefighters were called to the scene

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Tributes paid to dad after human remains found in Midlands woodland

Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death

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Capri-Sun health warning as multipacks pulled from supermarkets

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New police update in Ann Widdecombe murder probe as detectives say 'no other suspects'

The 78-year-old was found dead in her home earlier this week

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West Midlands Ambulance Service paramedics warn over 5 common heatwave mistakes - and one could be fatal

The Met Office has warned the UK is set to swelter in a heatwave for days to come - and West Midlands Ambulance Service are urging people to avoid five common mistakes that could lead to heat exhaustion or worse

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UK regional household income divide has had no progress since 1997

With a new Labour Party Prime Minister incoming, the Resolution Foundation has issued a warning.

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Kate Middleton hints at new Prince Louis role during Wimbledon appearance

Prince Louis, eight, could have his eye on a new role

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Bank of England confirms 750,000 households to lose £170 a month

Millions face higher mortgage bills when they renew after pressure linked to the Iran war, the Bank of England has warned.

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Midlands stalker, 20, threatened to rape victim and hurt her sister

Casey Colton-Young has now been sentenced

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Sir Keir Starmer confirms £1,000 for families from September as he steps down as PM

Outgoing Prime Minister has rubber-stamped changes to schools which will see parents £1k better off.

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Households being slapped with £8,000 singles tax as costs soar

Nearly three in 10 are affected by a premium for living life as a singleton, with council tax the steepest individual cost

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Woman threatened with knife in Dudley cashpoint robbery attempt

West Midlands Police has issued an image of a woman its officers would like to speak to after a knifepoint robbery attempt at an ATM

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Husband returns home during work break and finds wife, 27, dead

Carer Beatrice Solomon was found unresponsive at the family's home

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E-bike rider seriously injured in Bartley Green collision

A series of roads were cordoned off as the emergency services dealt with the incident

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Pension scheme urged to begin 'review' as savers face life expectancy problem

The industry-standard CMI mortality projections model is used widely by trustees and sponsors.

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Met Office confirms how long latest UK heatwave will last

Emergency services have warned of the 'extreme' risk of wildfires this weekend

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Fresh arrest as police probe Ann Widdecombe 'murder'

A man has been arrested in South Yorkshire

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Violent Black Country burglar went on month-long car thieving spree leaving victims hospitalised

The car key burglar caused misery in to householders and was part of a gang who used increasing violence

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Eight UK banks offering customers up to £300 free cash to switch - full list

Bank customers can get free cash worth hundreds of pounds simply for switching bank accounts.

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Tragedy of man found dead in Birmingham after telling hospital and police 'I'm not safe outside'

The 27-year-old's family 'begged' police to help him but they deemed he was not at risk