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Birmingham Airport receives lowest rating in UK

An investigation found that Birmingham Airport was the worst in the UK for flight delays last year. Departures were an average of 12 minutes and 24 seconds late taking-off. The ranking takes into account all scheduled and chartered departures. Cancelled flights are not included.

Teenager jailed for murder in Smethwick

A 19-year-old who brutally stabbed another teenager he had chased into a shop in Smethwick town centre, has been jailed for murder. Cam’Ron Dunn attacked Derlano Samuels in Cape Hill May last year. Dunn was jailed for life on Monday, with a minimum term of 20 years.

Brummies share their plans for the heatwave

And with the UK currently experiencing a heatwave, Brummies, including West Midlands mayor Andy Street, have been revealing what they’re doing to make the most of the sunny weather. Mr Street said although he’s working in the office for five days this week, he has enjoyed a nice drink alongside the canal. 

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