4 h. ago ANDY DOLAN: So what it's like in area said to be the UK's 'worst integrated'?

With its Asian grocery stores and jewellers, a West Indian bakery and even a branch of the Bank of India, the main Soho Road through Handsworth certainly seems multicultural.

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8 h. ago Barratt Homes West Scotland unveils first CGI images of new Glenboig development

The collection of stylish two-, three- and four-bedroom homes is already generating strong interest from first-time buyers and growing families.

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8 h. ago Bodies found in Mount Tosc ravine as deadly avalanche kills three climbers

The trio of Croatian climbers were killed after they were overcome with falling snow on Sunday October 5 while on the peak which is part of the Julian Alps in the north-west of Slovenia

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9 h. ago Kobbie Mainoo transfer could be 'concluded quickly' as talks with Man Utd star underway

Kobbie Mainoo could be on the move during the January transfer window, with Napoli still keen to sign the Manchester United midfielder, who has been linked with a loan switch.

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10 h. ago 'World class' casino gets green light in Trocadero despite West End gambling warning

The plans for the casino were approved unanimously by Westminster City Council

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10 h. ago Arsenal consider Emirates Stadium expansion to 70,000 capacity

Move would restore biggest London club ground statusStadium work could mean temporary move to WembleyArsenal are exploring the possibility of expanding the Emirates Stadium in a move that could restore its status as the biggest club ground in London.The Emirates has a 60,700-capacity, placing it behind Tottenham’s and West Ham’s homes, which were built after Arsenal moved from Highbury in 2006. There is believed to be an appetite from the club’s American owner, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE), to increase that to 70,000, which would significantly boost match-day revenues, and there are more than 100,000 supporters on the waiting list for season tickets. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Boy, 14, arrested over gang knife fight near train station in west London

Witnesses were left shocked by the brawl on Hounslow Road in Feltham

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11 h. ago Cole Palmer follows Gareth Bale example with surprise career decision

Cole Palmer has been out injured for Chelsea for the last four games, as Enzo Maresca has been dealing with a number of injury issues ahead of the Blues' clash against West Ham

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11 h. ago Innisfil, Ont man charged in summertime shooting at west London home

Innisfil, Ont man charged in summertime shooting at west London home  CBC

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13 h. ago Nicole Scherzinger is branded a 'diva' after keeping fans waiting for an 'HOUR' at her Royal Albert Hall show after it was revealed West End bosses complained about her 'bad behaviour'

Nicole dazzled in a breathtaking black evening gown that featured embellishments, sparkling under the lights.

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13 h. ago Jenrick accused of racism over ‘no white faces’ comments and his attack on judges labelled ‘serious mistake’ – UK politics live

Labour mayor of the West Midlands says Jenrick’s comments about Handsworth were racistAsked about the Jenrick story, Badenoch again suggests Guardian reporting is reliable.Q: Jenrick was making a distinction between white faces and brown faces. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Rare opportunity to buy stunning remote Scots island for £120,000

A RARE opportunity has come up to buy a remote Scottish island - and it could be yours for £120,000. Gasker Island, which is a secluded isle in the Outer Hebrides, has been put on the market. It lies to the west of South Harris and north-west of the Isle of Taransay. Gasker is uninhabited,...

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14 h. ago West Lothian 'dynamic duo' dad and daughter on becoming national champions

John Sinclair, 35, and his daughter Hope, from Whitburn, competed at the 2025 World Kickboxing Organisation’s British Open Championships in Barnsley, where Hope walked away with two gold medals and four silver in late September.

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15 h. ago Nicole Scherzinger review – raunchy gags and dazzling stylistic zigzags

Royal Albert Hall, London Riding high off Tony and Olivier wins, the Pussycat Doll turned theatre star showcases her astonishingly versatile singing chops and a standup’s gift for chaotic humourAs an impatient slow-clap echoes around west London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall – the star is running 45 minutes late – a seemingly nonplussed Nicole Scherzinger suddenly appears in spotlight, drenched in sparkly diamonds. Having built a career out of overcoming obstacles – breaking out of the shackles of both a girlband (the 55m-selling Pussycat Dolls) and various TV talent show judging panels – a little polite animosity isn’t going to rain on her parade. Later, during a rendition of Maybe This Time from Cabaret, just as hope overcomes despair, she introduces the crowd to her friends “Lawrence and Tony”, AKA the awards she won for her rapturously-received turn in Sunset Boulevard.Billed as An Evening with Nicole Scherzinger, tonight’s aim is to fuse all of her career tangents. Split into two ...

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15 h. ago Jenrick accused of racism over ‘no white faces’ comments as he also claims ‘collapse of old order is in sight’ – UK politics live

Labour mayor of the West Midlands says Jenrick’s comments about Handsworth were racistAsked about the Jenrick story, Badenoch again suggests Guardian reporting is reliable.Q: Jenrick was making a distinction between white faces and brown faces. Continue reading...

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15 h. ago The evidence that shows Nuno Espirito Santo is the right man for West Ham

Magic in the Midlands suggests new Hammers boss can have a big impact

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15 h. ago Emmerdale star, 69, is fined and given four points on her licence after being caught 17mph over the speed limit

Lesley Dunlop, 69, who is best known for playing Brenda Walker in the IT soap, was caught driving 67mph on the 50mph M606 in West Yorkshire on December 2, 2024.

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15 h. ago Young West Lothian woman meets Minister to help shape improvements to children's hearings

Gemma Ferrie, from Linlithgow, was one of seven young people, who all have lived experience of children’s hearings, met with Natalie Don-Innes MSP, Minister for Children, Young People and The Promise.

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16 h. ago West Lothian school's delight at positive Education Scotland inspection

Pupils and staff at Dedridge Primary School are reflecting on positive feedback.

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16 h. ago Livingston firm announces charity partnership with counselling service

John Heaney Electrical Limited (JHE), has signed an initial 12-month deal with Smile, which was set up 10 years ago to help young people in West Lothian suffering from mental health problems.

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