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Worcestershire News
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Street plunged into darkness as engineers work to restore power
National Grid engineers have been working to resolve a power cut in Battenhall Road since 1pm.
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New 'high-end' cocktail bar planned for city centre
A NEW “high-end” cocktail bar could soon be opening in the city centre.
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Heartfelt tributes paid to mark first year since death of 'incredible' landlord
The driving force behind making The Paul Pry, Alex Pope, died a year ago yesterday (January 13) at the age of 39.
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Clean up effort begins as flood waters subside
Teams are out cleaning riverside paths after the river Severn flooded in Worcester.
UK News
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Removing block on Adams’ compensation bid will see ‘pay day’ for ex-detainees
Think tank Policy Exchange has criticised the Government’s decision to repeal legislation that halted claims by people interned during the Troubles.
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Protesters throw missiles and chase Iraqi PM’s car as he leaves Downing Street
The country’s prime minister, Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani, was meeting Sir Keir Starmer to discuss a ‘bespoke returns agreement’.
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Senators grill Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s choice for Pentagon chief
The hearing launched a week-long marathon as the Republican-led Senate rushes to have some of Mr Trump’s nominees ready to be confirmed by January 20.
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Southern California faces new wildfire warnings as winds regain strength
A week after the first fires began, the flames have destroyed thousands of homes and killed at least 24 people.
Worcestershire Sport
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The former Warriors named in England's Six Nations training squad
Four players who have previously suited up in the Worcester Warriors colours have been selected to represent England in Steve Borthwick's upcoming Six Nations squad.
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Al Hasan misses out on Champions Trophy squad following further failed tests
Shakib Al Hasan has failed further testing on his bowling action, after being suspended from bowling in all competitions run by ICC-approved national federations, both domestically and internationally.
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New Dales Vale FC apply for promotion to step six
New Dales Vale FC have applied for promotion to play step six football. The side, currently residing within the ZZOOMM Herefordshire Football Premier Division are part of the 107 clubs nationwide to apply from 42 different County Feeder Leagues.
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Worcester student plays key role in Tamworth's 'dream' FA Cup run
A Worcester student has played a key role in Tamworth's "dream" FA Cup journey.
UK Sport
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Mikel Arteta demands ‘best atmosphere ever’ at Arsenal for north London derby
The Gunners will welcome their arch-rivals Tottenham to the Emirates off the back of two consecutive home defeats
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Diogo Jota rescues draw for Liverpool against impressive Nottingham Forest
Chris Wood had given second-placed Forest the lead.
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Reece James scores stoppage-time free-kick to rescue Chelsea a point
Bournemouth had come from behind to lead 2-1.
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Steve Borthwick backs new skipper Maro Itoje to lead England at 2027 World Cup
Jamie George has been demoted to vice-captain following a 2024 which produced only five wins in 12 Tests.