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The Ashes: Edgbaston rain delays start to final-day thriller

No play was possible before an early lunch in Birmingham as England and Australia wait for conditions to ease

Evening Standard

Venus Williams gets her first victory over a top-50 opponent in four years

Venus Williams, the former world number one and seven-time Grand Slam champion, secured her first victory over a top-50 opponent in four years at the WTA event in Birmingham. Despite a knee problem that required treatment and left her emotional, Williams fought through the challenges to defeat Camila Giorgi, the…

The Times of India

Venus Williams fights for over three hours to beat Camila Giorgi in Birmingham

The 43-year-old claimed just her second victory in two years with a 7-6 (5) 4-6 7-6 (6) win.

The Independent UK

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Broad revives England's victory bid in Ashes opener

BIRMINGHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - England's Stuart Broad took two late wickets on Monday to pile pressure on Australia as the opening Ashes Test at Edgbaston headed for a dramatic finish.

Bangkok Post

Mum breaks her nose falling over bump in pavement as developers say 'it's not a hazard'

Sharon Clarke, from Longbridge, Birmingham, complained to property developers St Mowden, which said 'no obvious hazards' were found at the site where Sharon fell

Daily Mirror

1st Ashes Test: Australia lose Labuschagne, Smith in 281 chase as brilliant Broad gives England edge

NEW DELHI: Seasoned pacer Stuart Broad got rid of world no. 1 and 2 batters Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith late on Day 4 to revive England's hopes of winning an enthralling first Ashes Test in Birmingham on Monday.

The Times of India

Worst Ozzy Osbourne tribute ever? British pub’s inexplicable Photoshop gaffe removes Randy Rhoads and hands his polka dot V to Ozzy instead

This Birmingham pub’s tribute to Osbourne and the birth of Black Sabbath went very wrong indeed

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Salts Healthcare targets new markets with Swedish acquisition

Family-owned Birmingham firm expands with deal to buy MCare

Birmingham Post

Outcry in Birmingham after four cyclists and pedestrians die in a month

Road safety campaigners say that people drive at ‘terrifying speeds’ throughout the city

The Guardian - UK

Ashes rivalry is as alive as ever. But when it comes to the economics of cricket, India is in the box seat

The first test of the 2023 Ashes is well underway at Edgbaston in Birmingham, featuring England’s aggressive “Bazball” style of play (named after New Zealand-born coach Brendan “Baz” McCullum) and a surprise early declaration by the hosts at the end of the first day. This invited an Australian fightback inspired…

The Conversation

We've found the world's most grotesque tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and it's in a Birmingham pub

A new Wetherspoons pub in the Home Of Metal has paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and it's not good at all

Metal Hammer

Australia captain Cummins rocks England in 1st Ashes Test

BIRMINGHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - Australia captain Pat Cummins starred with both bat and ball as the Ashes-holders had the better of a rain-marred third day in the first Test against England in Birmingham on Sunday.

Bangkok Post

ENG vs AUS, 1st Ashes Test: Pat Cummins shines as Australia take control on rain-affected Day 3

NEW DELHI: Australia captain Pat Cummins displayed his all-round brilliance with bat and ball on a rain-marred third day of the first Ashes Test against England in Birmingham. Cummins played a crucial role as Australia enjoyed the upper hand, leaving England reeling at stumps.

The Times of India

Commonwealth Games transport chief and former FSB chairman recognised in King's Birthday Honours

Anne Shaw led the transport plan which moved more than a million spectators, athletes and officials around the region at last summer's sporting spectacle

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Daily Mirror

Birmingham Airport facing potential strikes over summer over pay dispute

Unite union is balloting workers at Birmingham Airport who it says have faced two years of real-term pay cuts, with industrial action possibly taking place in mid July

The Times of India

WATCH: England's Harry Brook gets out in a bizarre fashion in first Ashes Test

NEW DELHI: England's Harry Brook fell victim to a bizarre dismissal, adding to the drama of the match, while negotiating Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon on the first day of the Ashes opener at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Friday.

Tom’s Guide

The Ashes live stream: How to watch England vs Australia 1st Test free online today

The first match of the Ashes 2023 gets underway at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Friday, June 16. Here's how to watch The Ashes 2023 live stream from wherever you are.

Daily Mirror

Jack Grealish's father is so proud of treble triumph he hasn't stopped smiling since

In an interview chat, Kevin Grealish talks about choking on cigars with Erling Haaland's dad, doing a cheeky favour for Noel Gallagher and posing with grannies at a Birmingham knitting club

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Manchester Evening News

Ashes 2023 dates, venues, TV channel and schedule in full

The Ashes gets underway at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham on Friday while Old Trafford also hosts a Test match between England and Australia later in the iconic series

The Independent UK

Birmingham airport faces ‘summer of chaos’ as workers vote on strike action

Walk-outs could begin in mid-July, but bosses say: ’We are confident the impact will be limited, and we do not anticipate any cancellations‘

The Independent UK

He was the main guy – Jordan James knew Jude Bellingham would reach the top

The two midfielders progressed through various age groups together at Birmingham.

Wales Online

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Tribune News Service

Haley Stevens endorses Elissa Slotkin for US Senate

WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens of Birmingham endorsed fellow Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin of Lansing for the U.S. Senate Wednesday, becoming the first member of the Michigan congressional delegation to formally endorse in the race to succeed retiring Sen. Debbie Stabenow.

The Independent UK

Jobe Bellingham earns big summer transfer on same day as brother Jude

Jude Bellingham’s younger brother will move from Birmingham to Sunderland

Birmingham Post

£250m boost as Ashes and other major cricket tests coming to Birmingham

England & Wales Cricket Board reveals new seven-year allocation with Edgbaston stadium among those to benefit

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