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Grigory Berezkin: Philanthropist and Media Proprietor

Grigory Berezkin today spends most of his energy on philanthropy, while remaining the owner of RBC, one of the most closely watched independent media holdings anywhere.

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Major review raises concerns over rising ADHD and autism diagnoses and links to benefits system - NATIONAL NEWS

A major new review has raised concerns that Britain’s welfare and support systems may be fuelling a sharp rise in demand for ADHD and autism diagnoses.

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'Major disruption' as spillage closes two lanes of the M6 near Coventry

It is having a huge impact on traffic this morning

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Hospice charity in Coventry and Warwickshire launches vital Bed Appeal

"No one should have to spend their final days in A&E, on a trolley in a hospital corridor"

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Coventry dad thanks homeless charity for helping to rebuild his life

To mark World Homeless Day (Saturday October 10), Billy is sharing the story of how he escaped homelessness and drug addiction with help from Emmaus Coventry & Warwickshire

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New homeware retailer opens in former Coventry TGJones

Well Home has opened at West Orchards Shopping Centre

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Birmingham Airport expansion: What the proposed £2bn Master Plan means

Birmingham Airport has unveiled a proposed £2bn draft Master Plan for expansion - but what will the airport actually look like, what does it mean for the West Midlands, and what happens next?

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Coventry Airport future 'back to square one' fears dismissed by council

Coventry City Council is spending £1m on a new planning application for the Coventry Airport site, with a focus on advanced manufacturing beyond the original gigafactory plans

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Coventry street hit by by 'ridiculous' issue as council says 'something else must be going on'

The council's enforcement chief took aim at one part of the city as the council prepares to step up its overall enforcement on dodgy premises

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West Midlands crime victim support services improved, says Police and Crime Commissioner

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster has released his annual report highlighting improved victim support services and compliance with the Victims' Code of Practice

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How to Compare Online Casino Bonuses Before You Play

The first time I really looked closely at a flashy online casino bonus, I felt the same way I did watching my kid blow his first paycheck at a fast-food drive-thru.

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Arrests made and drugs seized as police crack down on dealing in Coventry city centre

Police teams have made a series of arrests and seizures in a crackdown on drug dealing in Coventry city centre

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Shock as man spotted 'crossing live lanes' on the M6 near Coventry

Police have said it was a 'strange' call-out

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Brothers accused of stabbing man in eye at Solihull tower block, court hears

Brothers Ben Edwards and Dean Edwards deny attempted murder and wounding with intent following an alleged stabbing at a Solihull tower block that left a man with serious eye injuries

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Solihull man avoids jail for police officer assault despite officer's call for prison

Luke Tombs, 34, of Solihull, admitted assaulting a police officer after digging his fingernails into the officer's wrist. He received a 12-month community order despite the officer calling for a prison sentence.

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More than 50 jobs lost after Coventry casino closes over 'rising costs'

Casino bosses say the business was affected by 'rising costs and wider commercial pressures'

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Warwickshire Libraries to host touring Agatha Christie exhibition

Warwickshire Libraries is hosting Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery.

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Youths throwing stones at houses as police step up patrols in four parts of Coventry

Patrols have been increased in Holbrooks, Radford, Sherbourne and Bablake

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The Birmingham Airport expansion plan that could create 50,000 jobs

Birmingham Airport has announced a £2 billion expansion plan which aims to see passenger numbers hit 30 million and create 50,000 jobs across the West Midlands

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Nuneaton and Bedworth council homes roughly halved since Right to Buy began

Nuneaton and Bedworth’s council housing stock has fallen from around 12,000 to 5,600 since Right to Buy began in 1980, according to figures as of August 2026. More than 3,000 households are on the council housing waiting list, as cabinet members are asked to approve buying 14 affordable homes at S...