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PM on the fence in Birmingham-Manchester debate
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the West Midlands had "a great place in my heart" Andy Burnham has refused to be drawn on whether Birmingham or Manchester deserves to be called England's second city. The prime minister joked he would "sit on the fence" when challenged over the long-running rivalry between the two cities.
Dateline soars on Washington support for gold-rare earths restart Original
Dateline Resources has landed heavyweight US Government backing in its fight to restart operations at its Colosseum gold-rare earths project in California, with two powerful federal departments throwing their weight behind the company’s push to overturn a preliminary court injunction.
JLR suppliers call for shift to aerospace
JLR suppliers say skills and factories could be redirected into aerospace and defence Major Jaguar Land Rover suppliers have urged the government to help automotive manufacturers move into aerospace and defence, warning that large-scale car production in the UK faces long-term decline. In an open letter to the prime minister, chancellor and West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker, industry leaders argued Britain's automotive supply chain was "not in decline" but "in the wrong market".
Incomplete road scheme could already be outdated
A £50m road improvement scheme in Worcestershire could be out of date before it is completed, a councillor has warned. Reform UK councillor, Nik Price, says he fears an aging Local Plan, increased housing targets and a lack of land allocated for development could "swallow up" any benefits from the Bromsgrove Route Enhancement Programme (BREP). Work on the A38 scheme began in January 2024 and will not be finished until spring 2027, after Worcestershire County Council (WCC) announced a second delay.
ADX Energy hits gas pedal in four zones with Austrian test Original
ADX Energy has hit paydirt again at its HOCH-1 shallow gas exploration well in Upper Austria, recording a co-mingled, water-free gas flow from four separate zones averaging 3.15 million cubic feet per day (MMcfpd) over a 12-hour period. The flow rate is equivalent to a healthy 548 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boepd) and provides further evidence of a significant new gas discovery in a region starved of local energy supply.
Measles outbreak exposes hospital vaccination gaps
A rise in measles cases in the West Midlands has sparked calls for people to get themselves and their children protected against the disease [PA Media] Hundreds of front line NHS staff have received the MMR jab, following an "unprecedented" outbreak of measles at a Worcestershire hospital. In May, seven positive cases of the highly contagious disease were reported at Worcestershire Royal.
Syngenis banks $4M pre-float to power AI-driven biotech platform Original
Australia has no shortage of world-class medical researchers. What it has traditionally lacked is a seamless pathway to transform clever science into commercial medicines without sending promising discoveries offshore. That is the gap Syngenis Labs is now aiming to close.
Retraction Note: Dysregulation of ghrelin in diabetes impairs the vascular reparative response to hindlimb ischemia in a mouse model; clinical relevance to peripheral artery disease
Retraction of: Scientific Reports https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-70391-6, published online 12 August 2020 The Editors have retracted this Article. After publication, concerns were raised regarding some of the data presented in the figures, specifically: Fig. 4A ND D0 AG and DAG images appear highly similar; Fig. 4E DM Veh and DAG images appear highly similar; Fig. 5A DM Sham and DAG images appear highly similar; Fig. 5E AG and DAG images appear to overlap; Fig.
Larvotto lands Glencore offtake deal for NSW gold
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'You're ghosted or told there's a better candidate': The suburbs where one in three adults is jobless
Parts of east Birmingham are a stark example of a national dilemma: why are so many working-age people currently out of work? According to the most recent data from the Office for National Statistics, around one in three people aged 16 to 64 are "economically inactive" - unemployed and not currently seeking work - in several communities.
'You're ghosted or told there's a better candidate': The suburbs where one in three adults is jobless
Parts of east Birmingham are a stark example of a national dilemma: why are so many working-age people currently out of work? According to the most recent data from the Office for National Statistics, around one in three people aged 16 to 64 are "economically inactive" - unemployed and not currently seeking work - in several communities.
The Birmingham suburbs where one in three adults are jobless
Rob Mayor, James Pearson and Eleanor Lawson - BBC Politics Midlands Sun, June 7, 2026 at 6:05 a.m. UTC 6 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One in three people in the parliamentary constituency of Hodge Hill and Solihull North in Birmingham are out of work [PA Media] Parts of east Birmingham are a stark example of a national dilemma: why are so many working-age people currently out of work?
The Birmingham suburbs where one in three adults are jobless
Parts of east Birmingham are a stark example of a national dilemma: why are so many working-age people currently out of work? According to the most recent data from the Office for National Statistics, around one in three people aged 16 to 64 are "economically inactive" - unemployed and not currently seeking work - in several communities.
NAMPT activity plays a key role in driving autoimmune processes that mediate beta-cell death and type 1 diabetes development in mice
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Abstract Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is characterised by destruction of pancreatic beta-cells by islet-infiltrating cytotoxic lymphocytes and elevated intra-islet secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines. However, the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms remain incompletely understood. We hypothesised that abnormal elevation of islet NAD, via activation of NAMPT, plays a key role in driving islet autoimmune processes, leading to beta-cell death in T1D.
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Perth biotech duo Avicena, Syngenis forge biosecurity shield Original
Two Perth biotechnology companies are positioning themselves at the front line of Australia’s future biosecurity defence, combining cutting-edge molecular diagnostics with automated large-scale testing to tackle infectious disease threats before they spread out of control.
Is Birmingham's Royal Marine a dark horse for PM?
Allies of armed forces minister and Birmingham Selly Oak MP Al Carns, expect him to stand if there was a leadership contest - although he would be an outsider [Reuters] Not many MPs have a back story that's a classified military secret. But the exploits of Birmingham Selly Oak MP Al Carns as a Royal Marine Commando in Afghanistan are what some say make him perfect to turn around Labour's fortunes.
'Scheme replacing fit notes gave me my spark back'
Alison Hume is returning to work next month after taking part in the NHS WorkWell programme [BBC] After months of staying at home with a chronic illness, Alison Hume said she felt isolated and had lost confidence. Now, after support through an NHS-backed work programme, Hume, from Rubery, is preparing to start a new job. "It just really gave me that spark back," she said.
Aguia gets green light, kicks off Brazilian phosphate mine
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Aguia gets green light, kicks off Brazilian phosphate mine Original
Aguia Resources has just kicked a major goal in South America, securing the final and all-important operating licence for its Tres Estradas phosphate project in southern Brazil and immediately kicking off mining operations. The ASX-listed multi-commodity explorer has now officially made the leap from developer to producer after Brazil’s environmental agency, FEPAM, granted the licence that provides the catalyst for the company to mine and process phosphate for sale into the domestic market.
Perth biotech Syngenis unleashes AI drug discovery push
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Perth biotech Syngenis unleashes AI drug discovery push Original
Australia’s biotechnology sector is rapidly colliding with the explosive rise of artificial intelligence and Perth-based Syngenis Laboratories is aiming to plant itself right at the centre of the revolution. The company has built an AI-powered discovery platform, dubbed Syngenis Discovery, designed to dramatically accelerate the hunt for next-generation therapies and diagnostic molecules.
Mayor 'threatened' and 'followed' while canvassing
Mayor of the West Midlands Richard Parker said he and his fellow campaigners were threatened in Coventry [BBC] The Mayor of the West Midlands has said he was "threatened" and then "followed" by an aggressive member of the public while out campaigning in Coventry. Richard Parker, who represents the Labour Party, had been door-knocking in the Henley ward when the incident happened. He said: "He approached me from his house.
One of Iran’s most powerful families founded its largest crypto exchange. It’s used by the IRGC to move millions
Rio2 cuts debt and builds muscle for South American copper-gold push Original
Rio2 Limited has tightened the screws on its balance sheet and bolstered its bench, slicing US$20 million off the debt for its Peruvian Condestable copper project whilst unveiling a seasoned management line-up. With gold flowing at its Fenix project in Chile and copper exploration humming in Peru, the company is shaping up for a disciplined growth run with a sharper financial edge and deeper operational firepower.
謎の芸術家バンクシーは英ブリストル出身の男性、 「デービッド・ジョーンズ」とも
２０２２年、ウクライナのホレンカ村に現れたバンクシーの作品。２０２２年11月13日撮影。 REUTERS/Gleb Garanich ［１３日 ロイター］ - 世界各地に作品を残している謎の芸術家バンクシー。ロイターは関係者への取材や資料に基づき、バンクシーは英南西部ブリストル出身の男性ロビン・ガニンガム氏だと結論づけた。 バンクシーの弁護士マーク・スティーブンス氏はロイターに対し、書面で「（バンクシーは）貴社の問い合わせに含まれる詳細の多くが正確であるとは認めていない」と述べた。バンクシーの正体について肯定も否定もせず、取材内容を公表すればバンクシーのプライバシーを侵害し、芸術活動に支障をきたし、危険にさらすとして、公表を見送るよう要請した。 ロイターは、プライバシー侵害というバンクシーの主張、彼のファンの多くが匿名性の維持を望んでいるという事実を考慮した。報道活動で適用するあらゆる基準に照らしつつ、文化、アート業界、そして国際的な政治的議論にも深く永続的な影響力を持つ人物の素性や経歴を理解することについて、公衆が深い関心を持っていると判断した。 ＜宝探し＞...
For Banksy, a network of companies, secret auctions, and $250 million in secondary-market sales
Anonymous artist's network includes seven companies and two additional firms Banksy conducts private sales for VIP collectors, generating millions directly, sources say Secret exhibition in Shoreditch featured unseen works, exclusive to invited collectors Authentication disputes limit resale value; some buyers call for greater transparency March 13 (Reuters) - The enigmatic street artist Banksy has built a multimillion-dollar business empire as opaque as his identity, operating through a...
Bombed Iranian girls school had vivid website and yearslong online presence
LONDON - An Iranian girls school that took a direct hit on the first day of the war had a yearslong online presence, including dozens of photos of the children and their activities, before it was bombed along with at least six other buildings in an adjacent military compound, a Reuters investigation found. The school’s online activity calls into question how the American military vets and reviews strike locations.
Mum to lose 'lifeline' service over rising costs
Tina Southall described the respite centre at Osborne Court as a "complete and utter lifeline" A mum from Worcestershire says she is set to lose a "complete and utter lifeline" after it was announced the county's two respite centres will close to adults. Osborne Court in Malvern and Church View in Bromsgrove, provide short breaks for 62 disabled adults.
Auric delivers golden surprise as WA Munda outstrips forecasts Original
Auric Mining is enjoying the fruits of a stellar production run at its Munda gold project near Widgiemooltha in WA. The company has smashed previous production forecasts by nearly 40 per cent, delivering more than 8,400 ounces of gold and boosting the company’s cash and bullion to a hefty $41 million.
Worcester Warriors' former auditors reprimanded
Worcester Warriors' former auditors have been "severely reprimanded" for failing to adequately disclose the rugby club's troubled finances, in the years before it went into administration. Warriors were thrown out of the English Premiership in 2022 for failing to pay their debts. The club has since returned to competitive rugby under new ownership.
Dynamic probes deep gold-copper targets near Widgiemooltha Original
Dynamic Metals has stepped up the pace of exploration at its Cognac West prospect near Widgiemooltha in Western Australia, launching a four-hole diamond drilling program to follow up gold and copper mineralisation identified in an earlier reverse circulation (RC) drill campaign. The drill bit will test deeper extensions and key structural positions within the system, allowing the company to collect geological information that could help unlock the broader mineralised architecture.
ADX Energy points to mammoth Austrian gas upside Original
After exhaustive mapping and technical work, ADX Energy has thrown down the gauntlet in Austria, upgrading its Welchau-1 gas discovery to a chunky mean prospective resource of 387 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of gas and 31 million barrels (MMbbl) of light oil and condensate. On the high side, the potential prize nudged almost one trillion cubic feet of gas and 76.9 million barrels of liquids.
BNK Bank high-margin lending strategy delivers results
James Pearson This content is brought to you by BULLS N' BEARS BNK Banking Corporation is proving that even in a tough lending environment, a disciplined strategy can still deliver results. The WA-based upstart bank has reported a solid first-half performance for the six months to December, posting a statutory net profit after tax of $420,000 - a 31 per cent improvement on the prior corresponding period - as its portfolio reshuffle begins to pay off.
Food waste collections 'will start by end of year'
Mary Creagh said she believed people would get behind food recycling [BBC] All local authorities in the West Midlands will be making some form of food waste collections by the end of the year, the government minister responsible for bins has said. Councils had been told to start these collections from the start of April, but Mary Creagh said it was better to roll it out slowly, "with consent and logistics in place," rather than rush it "and get it wrong".
Raiz Invest delivers milestone first-half profit as growth surges
James Pearson This content is brought to you by BULLS N' BEARS Micro fund manager Raiz Invest has ticked off a key operating milestone, posting a profit for the first time in the first half of any financial year, as strong revenue growth, rising margins and disciplined cost control pushed the business deeper into the black in the December 2025 half year.
Cash piles up as Auric smashes WA gold production targets Original
While many gold juniors have struggled to quickly capitalise on the soaring gold price, Auric Mining has taken a far more direct route – dig it up, process it, and count the ounces. That strategy is paying off in spades at the company’s Munda gold project near Widgiemooltha in Western Australia, where the latest gold pours from its second mining campaign have delivered results well ahead of expectations.
Pilot Energy spearheads new carbon capture era in WA Original
Pilot Energy is edging closer to a national first, with Australia’s inaugural direct air capture demonstration facility now fully built and on track to be operational by mid-June at the company’s Cliff Head onshore plant near Dongara. The milestone marks a major step in Pilot’s remarkable transition from traditional oil and gas into the fast-growing world of carbon management.
TMK coal seam gas rates surge to new record in Mongolia Original
TMK Energy has ticked off a key milestone in Mongolia, setting a new daily gas production record at its Gurvantes XXXV project and delivering its clearest sign yet that the pilot is edging into commercial gas territory. The company revealed gas rates climbed to more than 25,000 standard cubic feet per day (scfd), or 720 cubic metres at the project.
Zenith tightens grip on WA gold play with savvy land grab Original
Zenith Minerals has kicked its exploration momentum up another gear, snapping up a key neighbouring mining lease beside its Consolidated Dulcie gold project in Western Australia. Hot on the heels of a barnstorming resource upgrade yesterday to 675,000 ounces grading one gram per tonne (g/t) gold, the company has quickly upped the ante again by locking in one of the most strategic mining leases in the Southern Cross-Forrestania belt.
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