birminghammail--2020-09-12--Will Smith shares photo with the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air cast 30 years on

Will Smith sent social media into meltdown after posting a picture of the cast of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air .
The photo was posted to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the show .
It debuted on September 10 1990 and there will be reunion special on HBO Max to celebrate the event .
Posting on Instagram , Smith , 51 posted , `` Today is exactly 30 YEARS since The @ FreshPrince of Bel-Air debuted !
So we ’ re doin ’ something for y ’ all… a for real Banks Family Reunion is comin ’ soon to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with co-stars Alfonso Ribeiro , Tatyana Ali , Karyn Parsons , Joseph Marcell , Daphne Maxwell Reid and DJ Jazzy Jeff .
The show was a huge success all over the world and aired for six years .
It is now available to stream on HBO Max .
Smith also paid tribute to late actor James Avery who played his 'Uncle Phil ' on the show .
Avery died in 2013 at the age of 68 after undergoing open heart surgery .
Smith also posted a picture of him chatting to the original @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hubert was replaced by Daphne Maxwell Reid in 1993 .
Hubert will take part in the reunion HBO special , after she publicly challenged Smith `` to sit down and talk to me and not about me . ''
In an Instagram post Hubert penned : `` It 's the 30th anniversary of Fresh Prince .
And they want to start a war .
Well here is my challenge - we can either keep this war going for another 30 years but I 'm not going to , or you can sit down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not about me Mr. Smith then let 's do it .
`` Can you only sit and talk about your strange unsavory problems in front of the world ? '
'Accept my challenge or shut up !
Either you 're telling the truth and the BLACK MEN of the cast are telling the truth or I 'm telling the truth .
And only YOU and I ... and quite a few others , know the truth let 's do this do YOU have the courage ?
# seeyouinseptember . ''
Judging by Will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pair have now buried the hatchet after years of slating each other .
HBO Max said the reunion show is due to air this autumn and will be a `` funny and heartfelt night full of music , dancing , and more special surprise guests '' .
Will Smith played the wise cracking street smart teen from Philly - West Philadelphia .
Will moved in with the Banks Family - Vivian played by Janet Hubert and later Daphne Maxwell Reid , Philip played by James Avery and Will 's cousins Ashley ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Parsons ) and Alfonso Ribeiro 's character Carlton .

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Will Smith sent social media into meltdown after posting a picture of the cast of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.
The photo was posted to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the show. It debuted on September 10 1990 and there will be reunion special on HBO Max to celebrate the event.
Posting on Instagram, Smith, 51 posted, "Today is exactly 30 YEARS since The @FreshPrince of Bel-Air debuted! So we’re doin’ something for y’all… a for real Banks Family Reunion is comin’ soon to @HBOmax!'
Smith is grinning with co-stars Alfonso Ribeiro, Tatyana Ali, Karyn Parsons, Joseph Marcell, Daphne Maxwell Reid and DJ Jazzy Jeff.
The show was a huge success all over the world and aired for six years.
It is now available to stream on HBO Max.
Smith also paid tribute to late actor James Avery who played his 'Uncle Phil' on the show.
Avery died in 2013 at the age of 68 after undergoing open heart surgery.
Smith also posted a picture of him chatting to the original 'Aunt Viv' actress Janet Hubert. Hubert was replaced by Daphne Maxwell Reid in 1993.
Hubert will take part in the reunion HBO special, after she publicly challenged Smith "to sit down and talk to me and not about me."
In an Instagram post Hubert penned: "It's the 30th anniversary of Fresh Prince. And they want to start a war. Well here is my challenge - we can either keep this war going for another 30 years but I'm not going to, or you can sit down with me and talk to me and not about me Mr. Smith then let's do it.
"Can you only sit and talk about your strange unsavory problems in front of the world?'
'Accept my challenge or shut up! Either you're telling the truth and the BLACK MEN of the cast are telling the truth or I'm telling the truth. And only YOU and I... and quite a few others, know the truth let's do this do YOU have the courage? #seeyouinseptember."
Judging by Will's photo he accepted her challenge and the pair have now buried the hatchet after years of slating each other.
HBO Max said the reunion show is due to air this autumn and will be a "funny and heartfelt night full of music, dancing, and more special surprise guests".
(Image: Instagram)
The Fresh Prince of Bell Air cast
Will Smith played the wise cracking street smart teen from Philly - West Philadelphia.
Will moved in with the Banks Family - Vivian played by Janet Hubert and later Daphne Maxwell Reid, Philip played by James Avery and Will's cousins Ashley (Tatiana Ali), Hilary (Karyn Parsons) and Alfonso Ribeiro's character Carlton.
Joseph Marcell portrayed the family's British butler Geoffrey.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Police seize drugs worth £10million on region's roads

Police have said the region 's roads are no escape route for criminals to hide after they seized more than £10 million of drugs along with suspected 'dirty money ' in just 12 months .
A staggering 154 weapons were also recovered from vehicles after cops acted on intelligence and monitored suspicious behaviour .
The discoveries come as the force continues to crackdown on crooks who attempt to use the region 's roads as escape routes to conceal their illegal activities .
Officers from the roads policing teams seized criminal assets worth more than £26 million after stopping vehicles during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £9.3 million worth of drugs , £1.7 million in cash and scores of stolen cars , as 2,630 suspects were arrested for offences ranging from theft to possession with intent to supply controlled drugs .
Police are working alongside organisations including the National Crime Agency , HM Revenue and Customs and West Midlands Regional Organised Crime Unit ( ROCU ) in a bid to catch criminals across the region .
This means ensuring the roads are n't east get-aways for suspected organised crime groups involved in the likes of County Lines and car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from West Midlands Roads Policing , said : `` Our roads are no hiding places for criminals as we 've shown by this action .
`` We routinely patrol our key road links and we 've managed to seize a large amount of drugs , recover stolen cars and money believed to be linked to criminality .
`` We 'll continue to monitor routes and act on intelligence or suspicious activity to ensure our roads are no easy get-away routes . ''

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Police have said the region's roads are no escape route for criminals to hide after they seized more than £10 million of drugs along with suspected 'dirty money' in just 12 months.
A staggering 154 weapons were also recovered from vehicles after cops acted on intelligence and monitored suspicious behaviour.
The discoveries come as the force continues to crackdown on crooks who attempt to use the region's roads as escape routes to conceal their illegal activities.
Officers from the roads policing teams seized criminal assets worth more than £26 million after stopping vehicles during the last financial year.
This included £9.3 million worth of drugs, £1.7 million in cash and scores of stolen cars, as 2,630 suspects were arrested for offences ranging from theft to possession with intent to supply controlled drugs.
Police are working alongside organisations including the National Crime Agency, HM Revenue and Customs and West Midlands Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU) in a bid to catch criminals across the region.
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This means ensuring the roads aren't east get-aways for suspected organised crime groups involved in the likes of County Lines and car burglary rings.
Superintendent Dave Twyford, from West Midlands Roads Policing, said: "Our roads are no hiding places for criminals as we've shown by this action.
"We routinely patrol our key road links and we've managed to seize a large amount of drugs, recover stolen cars and money believed to be linked to criminality.
"We'll continue to monitor routes and act on intelligence or suspicious activity to ensure our roads are no easy get-away routes."


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Aston Villa transfer news live - Martinez not in Arsenal squad

Hello and welcome to LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive on Saturday , September 12 .
We will be keeping @ @ @ @ @ key developments across today as Villa 's transfer window gathers pace and the new Premier @ @ @ @ @ We will be adding all the latest Villa news , views and rumours to our @ @ @ @ @ , with new signings and transfers continually linked to the club .
Matty Cash arrived @ @ @ @ @ the club 's first senior signing of the window and Brentford striker Ollie Watkins completed @ @ @ @ @ Villa Park on Wednesday .
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has also been touted for a @ @ @ @ @ to add cover given Tom Heaton 's long lay-off .
As for Villa , they @ @ @ @ @ with Manchester United later today and we 'll bring you all the fallout from that @ @ @ @ @ So stay with us for today 's transfer blog , below , and be sure @ @ @ @ @ the latest Villa transfer news and opinion .

Hello and welcome to LIVE Aston Villa coverage from BirminghamLive on Sunday, September 13.
We will be keeping you informed on all the key developments across today as Villa's transfer window gathers pace.
We will be adding all the latest Villa news, views and rumours to our live blog throughout the day, with new signings and transfers continually linked to the club.
Matty Cash arrived from Nottingham Forest to become the club's first senior signing of the window and Brentford striker Ollie Watkins completed his £28 million switch to Villa Park on Wednesday.
A deal has also been agreed to bring Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez to Villa Park in a £20million transfer.
So stay with us for today's transfer blog, below , and be sure to check back for all the latest Villa transfer news and opinion.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Map shows exact areas affected by new lockdown

Local lockdown restrictions have been unveiled for Birmingham , Solihull and Sandwell as part of a desperate bid to drive down rising coronavirus cases .
People have been told to start following the new rules immediately , though the tougher measures wo n't officially come into effect until Tuesday , September 15 .
As of next week , residents living in the three affected areas - including Sutton Coldfield - will not be able to have visitors inside their homes or in their gardens .
Residents were urged to “ act responsibly ” this weekend ahead of the restriction coming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday .
Schools are businesses will stay open , and you can still go out to shops and restaurants .
Groups of six will still be able to meet in pubs and restaurants because analysis suggests the spike in Midland cases is being driven by gatherings in homes , Birmingham City Council leader Coun Ian Ward said .
Speaking in a video to explain the new restrictions Mr Ward said : `` There are now new restrictions that are going to be placed on Birmingham .
`` So from September 15 , Birmingham @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with any other households indoors or in private gardens .
`` This restriction will apply both inside and outside the city boundary .
You must not host people you do not live with in your home or garden unless they are in your support bubble .
`` You must not meet people you do not live with in their home or garden , whether inside our outside the affected area . ''
But where exactly does this apply to ?
Birmingham - including Sutton - as well as neighbouring boroughs , Solihull and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under new restrictons .
This includes anyone living under Birmingham City Council , Solihull Council and Sandwell Council areas .
The map below shows the areas within Birmingham which are affected by the measures and full lists detail each area in Sandwell and Solihull .
Anyone who is unsure which council they are under - and therefore whether they will need to abide by new restrictions - can check the Government postcode checker here .

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Local lockdown restrictions have been unveiled for Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell as part of a desperate bid to drive down rising coronavirus cases.
People have been told to start following the new rules immediately, though the tougher measures won't officially come into effect until Tuesday, September 15.
As of next week, residents living in the three affected areas - including Sutton Coldfield - will not be able to have visitors inside their homes or in their gardens.
Residents were urged to “act responsibly” this weekend ahead of the restriction coming in and it will be reviewed every Friday.
Schools are businesses will stay open, and you can still go out to shops and restaurants.
Groups of six will still be able to meet in pubs and restaurants because analysis suggests the spike in Midland cases is being driven by gatherings in homes, Birmingham City Council leader Coun Ian Ward said.
Speaking in a video to explain the new restrictions Mr Ward said: "There are now new restrictions that are going to be placed on Birmingham.
"So from September 15, Birmingham residents will not be able to mix with any other households indoors or in private gardens.
"This restriction will apply both inside and outside the city boundary. You must not host people you do not live with in your home or garden unless they are in your support bubble.
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"You must not meet people you do not live with in their home or garden, whether inside our outside the affected area."
But where exactly does this apply to? Birmingham - including Sutton - as well as neighbouring boroughs, Solihull and Sandwell, were listed as the areas under new restrictons.
This includes anyone living under Birmingham City Council, Solihull Council and Sandwell Council areas.
The map below shows the areas within Birmingham which are affected by the measures and full lists detail each area in Sandwell and Solihull.
(Image: Birmingham city council)
Birmingham
Acocks Green
Allens Cross
Alum Rock
Aston
Balsall Heath West
Bartley Green
Billesley
Birchfield
Bordesley & Highgate
Bordesley Green
Bournbrook & Selly Park
Bournville & Cotteridge
Brandwood & King's Heath
Bromford & Hodge Hill
Castle Vale
Druids Heath & Monyhull
Edgbaston
Erdington
Frankley Great Park
Garretts Green
Glebe Farm & Tile Cross
Gravelly Hill
Hall Green North
Hall Green South
Handsworth
Handsworth Wood
Harborne
Heartlands
Highter's Heath
Holyhead
King's Norton North
King's Norton South
Kingstanding
Ladywood
Longbridge & West Heath
Lozells
Moseley
Nechells
Newtown
North Edgbaston
Northfield
Oscott
Perry Barr
Perry Common
Pype Hayes
Quinton
Rubery & Rednal
Shard End
Sheldon
Small Heath
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
South Yardley
Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East
Sparkhill
Stirchley
Stockland Green
Sutton Four Oaks
Sutton Mere Green
Sutton Reddicap
Sutton Roughley
Sutton Trinity
Sutton Vesey
Sutton Walmley & Minworth
Sutton Wylde Green
Tyseley & Hay Mills
Ward End
Weoley & Selly Oak
Yardley East
Yardley West & Stechford
Solihull
Bickenhill
Blythe
Castle Bromwich
Chelmsley Wood
Dorridge and Hockley Heath
Elmdon
Kingshurst and Fordbridge
Knowle
Lyndon
Meriden
Olton
Shirley East
Shirley South
Shirley West
Silhill
Smith’s Wood
St Alphege
Sandwell
Abbey
Blackheath
Bristnall
Charlemont with Grove Vale
Cradley Heath and Old Hill
Friar Park
Great Barr with Yew Tree
Great Bridge
Greets Green and Lyng
Hateley Heath
Langley
Newton
Old Warley
Oldbury
Princes End
Rowley
Smethwick
Soho and Victoria
St. Paul's
Tipton Green
Tividale
Wednesbury North
Wednesbury South
West Bromwich Central
Anyone who is unsure which council they are under - and therefore whether they will need to abide by new restrictions - can check the Government postcode checker here.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Toots Hibbert dies aged 77 as tributes to music legend pour in

Frederick `` Toots '' Hibbert , frontman of pioneering reggae group Toots And The Maytals , has died at the age of 77 .
He 's credited with helping bring reggae to a global audience with his catchy tunes .
The Jamaican singer was being treated for suspected coronavirus at the University Hospital of the West Indies in the Caribbean island 's capital , Kingston .
A statement from his representative said : `` It is with the heaviest of hearts to announce that Frederick Nathaniel 'Toots ' Hibbert passed away peacefully tonight , surrounded by his family at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kingston , Jamaica .
`` The family and management would like to thank the medical teams and professionals for their care and diligence , and ask that you respect their privacy during their time of grief .
`` Mr Hibbert is survived by his wife of 39 years , Miss D , and his seven of eight children . ''
Ziggy Marley , son of the late Bob Marley , was among those paying tribute .
He wrote on Twitter : `` The Legendary Toots Hibbert has passed i spoke w/him a few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loved him we laughed & shared our mutual respect .
`` He was a father figure to me his spirit is w/us his music fills us w/his energy i will never forget him RIP MIGHTY & POWERFUL NYAH FYAH BALL . ''
Sir Lenny Henry added : `` So sorry to hear of Toots Hibbert 's death .
His music was a constant in our house growing up via Tighten up albums .
His voice was powerful and adaptable to funk , soul , country , AND reggae .
Rest in power ... @

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Frederick "Toots" Hibbert, frontman of pioneering reggae group Toots And The Maytals, has died at the age of 77.
He's credited with helping bring reggae to a global audience with his catchy tunes.
The Jamaican singer was being treated for suspected coronavirus at the University Hospital of the West Indies in the Caribbean island's capital, Kingston.
A statement from his representative said: "It is with the heaviest of hearts to announce that Frederick Nathaniel 'Toots' Hibbert passed away peacefully tonight, surrounded by his family at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.
"The family and management would like to thank the medical teams and professionals for their care and diligence, and ask that you respect their privacy during their time of grief.
"Mr Hibbert is survived by his wife of 39 years, Miss D, and his seven of eight children."
Ziggy Marley, son of the late Bob Marley, was among those paying tribute.
He wrote on Twitter: "The Legendary Toots Hibbert has passed i spoke w/him a few wks ago told him how much i loved him we laughed & shared our mutual respect.
"He was a father figure to me his spirit is w/us his music fills us w/his energy i will never forget him RIP MIGHTY & POWERFUL NYAH FYAH BALL."
Sir Lenny Henry added: "So sorry to hear of Toots Hibbert's death. His music was a constant in our house growing up via Tighten up albums. His voice was powerful and adaptable to funk, soul, country, AND reggae. Rest in power..."


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Aston Villa vs Man United live stream and updates from Villa Park friendly

Dean Smith 's side welcomed the Red Devils to Villa Park for a pre-season friendly ahead of the beginning of @ @ @ @ @ next weekend .
Villa do n't kick off their 2020-21 League campaign until Monday week @ @ @ @ @ to B6 .
They begin their season on Tuesday night with a trip to Burton @ @ @ @ @ with their original opener , against Manchester City this week , put back because of @ @ @ @ @ Etihad Stadium side .
So Villa and United set up a friendly earlier today , @ @ @ @ @ favour of the hosts thanks to a 38th minute strike from record signing Ollie Watkins @ @ @ @ @ this week .

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Aston Villa played a pre-season friendly against Manchester United today.
Dean Smith's side welcomed the Red Devils to Villa Park for a pre-season friendly ahead of the beginning of their respective Premier League campaign next weekend.
Villa don't kick off their 2020-21 League campaign until Monday week, when Sheffield United head to B6.
They begin their season on Tuesday night with a trip to Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup with their original opener, against Manchester City this week, put back because of Champions League commitments for the Etihad Stadium side.
So Villa and United set up a friendly earlier today, one that ended 1-0 in favour of the hosts thanks to a 38th minute strike from record signing Ollie Watkins who joined the club earlier this week.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Revealed: The Aston Villa and Man United teams for friendly clash

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birminghammail--2020-09-12--How to stream Aston Villa's friendly clash with Man United

The two teams had the weekend off from Premier League matches with their respective League campaigns beginning next weekend .
Villa begin their 2020-21 campaign on Tuesday night when Dean Smith 's side travel to Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup .
United have been given an extra week off from the Premier League because of their Europa League commitments .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here Villa , meanwhile , were supposed to play Manchester City but Pep Guardiola 's side have been given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the latter stages of the Champions League .
According to website Sofascore , today 's game ended 1-0 to Villa thanks to a goal from club-record signing Ollie Watkins .
Former Villa player Tony Daley was at the game and tweeted : `` Was at Villa Park today to witness a high tempo and very energetic Villa performance !
Players looked lean and fit .
Very promising build up to the start of the season . ''
How to watch Aston Villa vs Manchester United The game will not be broadcast live @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the full 90 minutes available on VillaTV .
The coverage will be available from 10pm on Saturday evening - for a one-off payment of £5 .
United 's in-house media channel , MUTV , are showing the game from 10pm too .

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Aston Villa have played Manchester United in a friendly today.
The two teams had the weekend off from Premier League matches with their respective League campaigns beginning next weekend.
Villa begin their 2020-21 campaign on Tuesday night when Dean Smith's side travel to Burton Albion in the Carabao Cup.
United have been given an extra week off from the Premier League because of their Europa League commitments.
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Villa, meanwhile, were supposed to play Manchester City but Pep Guardiola's side have been given time off themselves because of their involvement in the latter stages of the Champions League.
According to website Sofascore, today's game ended 1-0 to Villa thanks to a goal from club-record signing Ollie Watkins.
Former Villa player Tony Daley was at the game and tweeted: "Was at Villa Park today to witness a high tempo and very energetic Villa performance! Players looked lean and fit. Very promising build up to the start of the season."
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The game will not be broadcast live, but there will be a re-run of the full 90 minutes available on VillaTV.
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birminghammail--2020-09-12--Aston Villa fans pile in after Liverpool beat Leeds United

Aston Villa fans have been reacting to tonight 's thrilling Premier League clash between Liverpool and Leeds United .
Jurgen Klopp 's Premier League champions were taken all the way by newly-promoted Leeds , with Liverpool winning 4-3 at Anfield .
Mohamed Salah scored a hat-trick for the Reds , with Virgil van Dijk also on the scoresheet for Klopp 's side .
Mateusz Klich , Jack Harrison and Patrick Bamford scored for Leeds , with five goals scored inside the first half in a busy opening 45 minutes .
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birminghammail--2020-09-12--Lotto results and numbers LIVE: Winning draw for Saturday, September 12 2020

Many of us dream about winning the Lottery and what we would do with such a staggering amount of cash @ @ @ @ @ be surprised with the amount of money you can win even if you do n't @ @ @ @ @ what you could win with that huge amount of money - a new house or @ @ @ @ @ the world .
And even if you do n't win the jackpot , you could @ @ @ @ @ of cash .
In order to play , all you have to do is pay @ @ @ @ @ chance to win £2million .
Simple , right ?
Even if you only match three @ @ @ @ @ £30 which could buy you a nice meal out with your family .
But be @ @ @ @ @ 7.30pm to buy a ticket and the draw will take place at 7.45pm .
If @ @ @ @ @ ticket , you can do so here .
We are covering this event live so @ @ @ @ @ updates below and we 'll let you know the results when they happen .

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Many of us dream about winning the Lottery and what we would do with such a staggering amount of cash.
And sometimes you can be surprised with the amount of money you can win even if you don't win the jackpot.
Imagine what you could win with that huge amount of money - a new house or two or a trip around the world. And even if you don't win the jackpot, you could bag yourself a small amount of cash.
In order to play, all you have to do is pay £2 to give you the chance to win £2million. Simple, right?
Even if you only match three numbers, you could win £30 which could buy you a nice meal out with your family.
But be quick, you have until 7.30pm to buy a ticket and the draw will take place at 7.45pm. If you want to buy a ticket, you can do so here.
We are covering this event live so keep an eye on our updates below and we'll let you know the results when they happen.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--What Emi Martinez deal could mean for Aston Villa's Milot Rashica transfer hopes

Aston Villa are closing in on a move for Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez , with the player undergoing a medical at Bodymoor Heath today .
According to reports , Villa have agreed a deal with Arsenal for the stopper after he was left out of Mikel Arteta 's side for their match against Fulham today .
Martinez is expected to come into Villa and become the club 's number one with the Premier League opener against Sheffield United on Monday week to be his first game .
The Argentinian ended the 2019-20 season well with Arsenal when he was tasked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sign up to our Villa newsletter for Milot Rashica transfer updates Why should you sign up ?
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Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here And Sky are saying the way the Martinez deal is facilitated will mean funds will be kept back for Rashica 's arrival .
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Rashica has also been linked with a move to Premier League rivals Leeds United .


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Blues fans go nuts after opening day victory over Brentford

Birmingham City ’ s win over Brentford on the opening day has certainly pleased supporters .
A first-half header from forward Jeremie Bela was enough for Blues to earn their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory at St Andrew ’ s .
It also secured Aitor Karanka ’ s maiden three points in his first league game in charge , and has set a good tone for the rest of the season .
Blues fans have take to social media to express their thoughts and emotions on the opening day win , here is a selection of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to our Birmingham City newsletter here Dan McShane : “ Great win !
Everyone who played did their part .
Pleasing to see .
Get in !
” Dave Foster : “ Some performance that !
Rode our luck at times but a lot of positives to build on .
Friend looks like a class signing with his leadership and positioning .
Team already look a lot more organised and hopefully can only get better more they play together and gel.
” Mr Sharpe : “ Solid win today .
Like the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the break .
Friend is a massive signing and Clayton in the middle .
Looking forward to the season.
” Christian Brown : “ Fantastic result against a team that will be there abouts at the end of the season.
” Blues will now prepare for an away trip to Swansea City next Saturday .

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Birmingham City’s win over Brentford on the opening day has certainly pleased supporters.
A first-half header from forward Jeremie Bela was enough for Blues to earn their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory at St Andrew’s.
It also secured Aitor Karanka’s maiden three points in his first league game in charge, and has set a good tone for the rest of the season.
Blues fans have take to social media to express their thoughts and emotions on the opening day win, here is a selection of what they had to say.
Cara: “Fire the promotion bus up.”
Dan McShane: “Great win! Everyone who played did their part. Pleasing to see. Get in!”
Dave Foster: “Some performance that! Rode our luck at times but a lot of positives to build on. Friend looks like a class signing with his leadership and positioning. Team already look a lot more organised and hopefully can only get better more they play together and gel.”
Jo: “Well done lads.”
Mr Sharpe: “Solid win today. Like the new style. Hard to breakdown quick on the break. Friend is a massive signing and Clayton in the middle. Looking forward to the season.”
Christian Brown: “Fantastic result against a team that will be there abouts at the end of the season.”
Blues will now prepare for an away trip to Swansea City next Saturday.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Birmingham protest over new lockdown restrictions - what witnesses said

`` Shocked '' Birmingham residents and shoppers have reacted to an `` unbelievable '' coronavirus protest in the city centre today .
Protesters were seen holding placards as they joined for an 'anti-lockdown ' event in the city centre this afternoon - with one sign reading 'the Covid lie ' .
The protest comes after new restrictions were unveiled and as Birmingham recorded another death in the latest daily toll , which saw the UK tally rise by eight .
Reaction to the protests here Residents under Birmingham , Solihull and Sandwell councils will be subject to new restrictions to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tuesday , September 15 .
The rules will mean people from different households can not mix inside houses or gardens as analysis suggests the spike in cases is being driven by gatherings in houses .
Footage taken during the demonstration captures a large crowd marching through New Street this afternoon in protest of masks and the local lockdown .
A man can be heard chanting ‘ we are the people , we are the power ’ as they move along the shop-lined street towards Victoria Square .
A city centre shopper , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ branded it ‘ shocking ’ and ‘ unbelievable ’ .
She was stunned as she witnessed the large crowd making their way through New Street .
She told us : `` To be honest , I was shocked to see so many people protesting .
I don ’ t understand how they can think Covid is all a big conspiracy '' They were chanting : ‘ Take off your mask ’ .
It was just unbelievable . ''
Another told BirminghamLive : `` I saw , great for them .
Hopefully they made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a leaflet which I just threw away . ''
A third added : Yes I was in the middle of that with a man shouting take off your mask in my face ... .. '' Sarah , meanwhile , said : `` Shocked to see how many protesters there were .
Something really needs to be done about tackling the spread of covid-19 misinformation . ''
Another said : `` I 've just been through Birmingham town centre and there 's an anti-vax protest on stage bringing a crowd , blocking passers-by .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Why are so many people so dumb and inconsiderate ? ''

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"Shocked" Birmingham residents and shoppers have reacted to an "unbelievable" coronavirus protest in the city centre today.
Protesters were seen holding placards as they joined for an 'anti-lockdown' event in the city centre this afternoon - with one sign reading 'the Covid lie'.
The protest comes after new restrictions were unveiled and as Birmingham recorded another death in the latest daily toll, which saw the UK tally rise by eight.
Reaction to the protests here
Residents under Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell councils will be subject to new restrictions to prevent the spread of the virus from Tuesday, September 15.
The rules will mean people from different households cannot mix inside houses or gardens as analysis suggests the spike in cases is being driven by gatherings in houses.
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Footage taken during the demonstration captures a large crowd marching through New Street this afternoon in protest of masks and the local lockdown.
A man can be heard chanting ‘we are the people, we are the power’ as they move along the shop-lined street towards Victoria Square.
A city centre shopper, who spotted the protest as it passed, branded it ‘shocking’ and ‘unbelievable’.
She was stunned as she witnessed the large crowd making their way through New Street.
She told us: "To be honest, I was shocked to see so many people protesting. I don’t understand how they can think Covid is all a big conspiracy
"They were chanting: ‘Take off your mask’. It was just unbelievable."
Another told BirminghamLive: "I saw, great for them. Hopefully they made their point. They even gave me a leaflet which I just threw away."
A third added: Yes I was in the middle of that with a man shouting take off your mask in my face....."
Sarah, meanwhile, said: "Shocked to see how many protesters there were. Something really needs to be done about tackling the spread of covid-19 misinformation."
Another said: "I've just been through Birmingham town centre and there's an anti-vax protest on stage bringing a crowd, blocking passers-by. Ridiculous slogans, covid conspiracy nonsense. Why are so many people so dumb and inconsiderate?"


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Pictured: Birmingham city centre protest after lockdown announced

Demonstrators took to central shopping streets in the heart of Birmingham to voice their anger over wearing masks and the @ @

Pictured: Birmingham city centre protest just a day after lockdown announced
Demonstrators took to central shopping streets in the heart of Birmingham to voice their anger over wearing masks and the new restrictions


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Birmingham lockdown protesters condemned by furious Brummies

BirminghamLive readers have moved to condemn protesters who descended on the city centre in demonstration of the new lockdown restrictions today .
Birmingham city centre - less than 24 hours after being hit with a new local lockdown , alongside Sandwell and Solihull - saw protesters turn out on Saturday .
The demonstrators were filmed and pictured in the city centre as they aimed to make their feelings clear over the new limits on household meetings and gatherings .
But BirminghamLive readers reacted with condemnation on our social media pages , with many saying the demonstrators were going about it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which was still ongoing at 3.30pm , came as Birmingham recorded another death in the latest daily toll and amid soaring cases of coronavirus .
One BirminghamLive reader wrote : `` Second highest COVID rate in the country ?
Perfect place for a big demo .
Well done lads , we won ’ t be round our families ’ homes before Christmas at this rate . ''
Simon Hickson wrote : `` We have more regulations because there are more tests being done , most of those don ’ t even have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had a test there would be millions of positives but the deaths and those ill would still just be people who are old or vulnerable with pre existing health issues . ''
Mar Car added : `` And it 's because of idiots like that , meeting in large groups without face coverings etc , that we are days away from a local lockdown . ''
Christopher Ashford said : `` Its ok ... lockdown does n't start till Tuesday ... .covid must be having the weekend off ! ''
`` Hopefully Covid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ self isolate ! ''
he added .
Carol Brown chipped in with : `` This is why its spreading , no one wants to be locked down not seeing there families , friends but I would rather follow guide lines and not be losing a loved one or friend , they can protest all the time but nothing will change . ''
She then warned ; `` Restrictions will just get worse . ''
Penny Smart meanwhile said : `` And that will achieve what exactly ?
I pity the Government having to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's blame Boris ... .
No look at yourselves and the way you are behaving . ''
Rob Philpott questioned : `` What on earth are those muppets doing ? ''
Luke Williams wrote : `` The same kind of morons who have made lockdown necessary in the first place no doubt .
Instead of shouting in the streets go to the pub .
Youre allowed to do that . ''

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BirminghamLive readers have moved to condemn protesters who descended on the city centre in demonstration of the new lockdown restrictions today.
Birmingham city centre - less than 24 hours after being hit with a new local lockdown, alongside Sandwell and Solihull - saw protesters turn out on Saturday.
The demonstrators were filmed and pictured in the city centre as they aimed to make their feelings clear over the new limits on household meetings and gatherings.
But BirminghamLive readers reacted with condemnation on our social media pages, with many saying the demonstrators were going about it in the wrong way.
The demonstration, which was still ongoing at 3.30pm, came as Birmingham recorded another death in the latest daily toll and amid soaring cases of coronavirus.
One BirminghamLive reader wrote: "Second highest COVID rate in the country? Perfect place for a big demo. Well done lads, we won’t be round our families’ homes before Christmas at this rate."
Simon Hickson wrote: "We have more regulations because there are more tests being done, most of those don’t even have symptoms. If everyone in the country had a test there would be millions of positives but the deaths and those ill would still just be people who are old or vulnerable with pre existing health issues."
Mar Car added: "And it's because of idiots like that, meeting in large groups without face coverings etc, that we are days away from a local lockdown."
Christopher Ashford said: "Its ok...lockdown doesn't start till Tuesday....covid must be having the weekend off!"
"Hopefully Covid is on holiday and will have to self isolate!" he added.
Carol Brown chipped in with: "This is why its spreading , no one wants to be locked down not seeing there families, friends but I would rather follow guide lines and not be losing a loved one or friend ,they can protest all the time but nothing will change."
She then warned; "Restrictions will just get worse."
Penny Smart meanwhile said: "And that will achieve what exactly? I pity the Government having to deal with all these plonkers. Let's blame Boris.... No look at yourselves and the way you are behaving."
Rob Philpott questioned: "What on earth are those muppets doing?"
Luke Williams wrote: "The same kind of morons who have made lockdown necessary in the first place no doubt. Instead of shouting in the streets go to the pub. Youre allowed to do that."
Amy Clinton urged: "Get a grip people."


birminghammail--2020-09-12--'Garbage' - Man United meltdown after Watkins inspired Villa win

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birminghammail--2020-09-12--Suspected drug driver arrested after pedestrian hit by a car

A suspected drug driver has been arrested after a pedestrian was hit by a car and left seriously injured in Smethwick .
Rolfe Street at the junction with Tollhouse Way was sealed off following the crash , which happened just before 12pm today , Saturday , September 12 .
The male victim sustained serious injuries to his head and legs .
The 41-year-old was taken to hospital .
Officers arrested a 22-year-old driver on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and is in police custody .
The road was closed for a number of hours but has since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police said : `` We ’ re investigating a serious collision after a pedestrian was hit by a car on Rolfe Street at the junction with Tollhouse Way in Smethwick , just before 12pm this afternoon ( Saturday , September 12 ) .
`` We were called to the road near to Smethwick Rolfe Street train station , where a man had sustained serious injuries to his head and legs .
The 41-year-old was taken to hospital , where he remains .
`` A 22-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police custody .
`` Rolfe Street at the junction with Tollhouse Way remains closed as enquiries continue . ''
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk 8am - midnight or call 101 anytime .
Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111 .
Quote log 1718 of 12 September .

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A suspected drug driver has been arrested after a pedestrian was hit by a car and left seriously injured in Smethwick.
Rolfe Street at the junction with Tollhouse Way was sealed off following the crash, which happened just before 12pm today, Saturday, September 12.
The male victim sustained serious injuries to his head and legs. The 41-year-old was taken to hospital.
Officers arrested a 22-year-old driver on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and is in police custody.
The road was closed for a number of hours but has since reopened.
A spokeswoman for West Midlands Police said: "We’re investigating a serious collision after a pedestrian was hit by a car on Rolfe Street at the junction with Tollhouse Way in Smethwick, just before 12pm this afternoon (Saturday, September 12).
"We were called to the road near to Smethwick Rolfe Street train station, where a man had sustained serious injuries to his head and legs. The 41-year-old was taken to hospital, where he remains.
"A 22-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and is in police custody.
"Rolfe Street at the junction with Tollhouse Way remains closed as enquiries continue."
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk 8am - midnight or call 101 anytime. Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111. Quote log 1718 of 12 September.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Aitor Karanka explains huge Zach Jeacock selection as Blues win

Aitor Karanka insists he had no fears about throwing teenage goalkeeper Zach Jeacock into the white heat of a Championship battle .
Birmingham City won their first league game under their new head coach and did so with 19-year-old Jeacock surprisingly handed his debut in goal .
What made it even more surprising was that Blues signed former Premier League stopper Neil Etheridge on Thursday but the 30-year-old began his St Andrews career on the bench .
Sign up to our Birmingham City newsletter here Karanka revealed he decided on Tuesday he would play Jeacock after Andres Prieto went down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me the keeper should be a good goalkeeper but for me the most important thing for our ‘ keeper is he should transmit his calm , ” Karanka said .
“ I met Zach one month ago and if he has something it is that he is calm and confident .
Even when he is nervous you don ’ t feel he is nervous .
“ Neil arrived yesterday , didn ’ t train with the team , he didn ’ t know his team-mates – for sure he will play but I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was going to be our ‘ keeper .
“ On Tuesday or Wednesday I had told the goalkeeper coach I didn ’ t care who was coming or not because he knew that Zach was going to play .
“ He has been on the pitch today like he is on the training ground .
He has a very bright future in front of him and now we need to think about the situation because we will decide the best for the kid.
” Karanka has previously spoken about sending Jeacock out on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ admits the England Under 19 youngster has given him something to think about .
“ In Spain we say ‘ Don ’ t allow the tree to hide the forest ’ , I think he can be a very good goalkeeper but we can ’ t make the mistake to think he is ready .
I think he needs to improve .
“ We are well covered in goal with Neil and Andres , let ’ s see what is happening this week – for sure the decision we take as the club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the person and the future of the player .
“ I can ’ t tell you today , it ’ s difficult .
I don ’ t want to tell you after an amazing performance he is going to go out on loan and the poor kid is go home and see that .
“ I don ’ t know yet .
We will decide as a club what is better , with the goalkeeper coach and with everybody if we can keep him to fight for the position .
I need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the best decision with everybody .
”

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Aitor Karanka insists he had no fears about throwing teenage goalkeeper Zach Jeacock into the white heat of a Championship battle.
Birmingham City won their first league game under their new head coach and did so with 19-year-old Jeacock surprisingly handed his debut in goal.
What made it even more surprising was that Blues signed former Premier League stopper Neil Etheridge on Thursday but the 30-year-old began his St Andrews career on the bench.
Karanka revealed he decided on Tuesday he would play Jeacock after Andres Prieto went down with a calf injury.
“For me the keeper should be a good goalkeeper but for me the most important thing for our ‘keeper is he should transmit his calm,” Karanka said.
“I met Zach one month ago and if he has something it is that he is calm and confident. Even when he is nervous you don’t feel he is nervous.
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“Neil arrived yesterday, didn’t train with the team, he didn’t know his team-mates – for sure he will play but I did not have any doubts that Zach was going to be our ‘keeper.
“On Tuesday or Wednesday I had told the goalkeeper coach I didn’t care who was coming or not because he knew that Zach was going to play.
“He has been on the pitch today like he is on the training ground. He has a very bright future in front of him and now we need to think about the situation because we will decide the best for the kid.”
Karanka has previously spoken about sending Jeacock out on loan to gain experience - but he admits the England Under 19 youngster has given him something to think about.
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“In Spain we say ‘Don’t allow the tree to hide the forest’, I think he can be a very good goalkeeper but we can’t make the mistake to think he is ready. I think he needs to improve.
“We are well covered in goal with Neil and Andres, let’s see what is happening this week – for sure the decision we take as the club will be the best for the future of the person and the future of the player.
“I can’t tell you today, it’s difficult. I don’t want to tell you after an amazing performance he is going to go out on loan and the poor kid is go home and see that.
“I don’t know yet. We will decide as a club what is better, with the goalkeeper coach and with everybody if we can keep him to fight for the position. I need to think with the club and take the best decision with everybody.”


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Midland teen fined £10,000 by police over throwing house party

A Midlands teen has been hit with a staggering five-figure fine by police - over throwing a house party .
Nottinghamshire Police swooped on an address in the East Midlands and issued a £10,000 fine over a 50-guest-strong house party .
The incident unfolded at a property in Lenton last night ( Friday , September 11 ) - the same day lockdown measures were tightened in Birmingham , Sandwell and Solihull .
Assistant Chief Constable Steve Cooper from Nottinghamshire Police told NottinghamshireLive : `` We need to all remember we are very much still in the middle of a global @ @ @ @ @ @ @ responsibility for our actions .
`` This party was a clear example of a householder who deliberately flouted the rules without a care for anyone else and as a result we have used the full powers we have to deal with this . ''
Mr Cooper added : `` Under current rules we can issue fines to anyone hosting gatherings of more than 30 people which can result in fines of up to £10,000 .
And now we are on the eve of rules becoming even tighter so there can be gatherings of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to send out a clear message to anyone who is thinking of deliberately hosting parties tonight or tomorrow night ahead of the rules changing to please not do this .
As we have demonstrated here we are not afraid to use the full powers we have and we will not tolerate those who are deliberately put other people ’ s lives in danger . ''
Neighbours reported the house party to Nottinghamshire Police at around 10.20pm on Friday .
Police said they were met with hostility from the organiser and so police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alleged officers found around 50 people in the address who were all ordered to leave .
Amy English , Neighbourhood Policing Inspector for City Central , added : `` Residents have had fair warning that we wo n't tolerate people flouting the laws and regulations around the Coronavirus restrictions must be adhered to by everyone .
`` In this case the resident also had the chance to shut the party down when they were first visited by our council colleagues .
`` Despite blatantly breaching the regulations , there 's no doubt in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been social distancing which is irresponsible and puts everyone 's health at risk .
`` Throughout this pandemic the vast majority of local people have followed the advice and engaged really well with us .
We have used enforcement only as a last resort and that will continue .
`` We must take these incidents seriously , it puts everyone ’ s health at risk and we will be working closely with the council and any other relevant organisation to tackle any issues that may arise . ''

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A Midlands teen has been hit with a staggering five-figure fine by police - over throwing a house party.
Nottinghamshire Police swooped on an address in the East Midlands and issued a £10,000 fine over a 50-guest-strong house party.
The incident unfolded at a property in Lenton last night (Friday, September 11) - the same day lockdown measures were tightened in Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull.
Assistant Chief Constable Steve Cooper from Nottinghamshire Police told NottinghamshireLive: "We need to all remember we are very much still in the middle of a global pandemic and we all need to take responsibility for our actions.
"This party was a clear example of a householder who deliberately flouted the rules without a care for anyone else and as a result we have used the full powers we have to deal with this."
Mr Cooper added: "Under current rules we can issue fines to anyone hosting gatherings of more than 30 people which can result in fines of up to £10,000. And now we are on the eve of rules becoming even tighter so there can be gatherings of no more than six.
"I want to send out a clear message to anyone who is thinking of deliberately hosting parties tonight or tomorrow night ahead of the rules changing to please not do this. As we have demonstrated here we are not afraid to use the full powers we have and we will not tolerate those who are deliberately put other people’s lives in danger."
Neighbours reported the house party to Nottinghamshire Police at around 10.20pm on Friday.
Police said they were met with hostility from the organiser and so police were called to assist.
It's alleged officers found around 50 people in the address who were all ordered to leave.
Amy English, Neighbourhood Policing Inspector for City Central, added: "Residents have had fair warning that we won't tolerate people flouting the laws and regulations around the Coronavirus restrictions must be adhered to by everyone.
"In this case the resident also had the chance to shut the party down when they were first visited by our council colleagues.
"Despite blatantly breaching the regulations, there's no doubt in my mind that not everyone attending would have been social distancing which is irresponsible and puts everyone's health at risk.
"Throughout this pandemic the vast majority of local people have followed the advice and engaged really well with us. We have used enforcement only as a last resort and that will continue.
"We must take these incidents seriously, it puts everyone’s health at risk and we will be working closely with the council and any other relevant organisation to tackle any issues that may arise."


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Arsenal fans react as Aston Villa agree £20m Emi Martinez deal

Arsenal fans have been reacting to this afternoon 's breaking news that Emiliano Martinez is heading to Aston Villa .
Dean Smith 's side have agreed a £20 million deal for the Argentinian and Martinez will travel to Bodymoor Heath for a medical today .
Martinez was the subject of two failed bids by Villa and now a deal has been struck that will see the former Reading loanee link up with his new side this afternoon .
The 28 year-old played well when he stepped in for Bernd Leno , who suffered a knee injury after lockdown .
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`` I feel sorry for Martinez for missing on the opportunity to lift the Premier League trophy with Arsenal at the end of the season @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the best to Emi Martinez ! ''
a thid supporter said .
Sign up for our Villa newsletter with your email in the box at the top of the page or click here A fourth fan added : `` I hope we invest the money we procure from Martinez sale right away .
A certain midfielder if possible . ''
`` You will always be our own however we need the cash so thanks Martinez , '' a fifth added .
Another said : `` Now we can sign Partey and Aouar .
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birminghammail--2020-09-12--Protests in Birmingham city centre over lockdown restrictions

Crowds of protesters have gathered in the heart of Birmingham after lockdown restrictions were announced for the city , Solihull and Sandwell .
Dozens of demonstrators were seen holding placards as they joined for an 'anti-lockdown ' event in the city centre this afternoon ( Saturday , Sept 12 ) .
A large number of people were pictured lining one of the main shopping strips - with one sign reading 'the Covid lie ' - only a day after new restrictions were unveiled .
Video footage above captures as the crowds march through New Street with one man chanting : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the power ' .
They had later moved outside the Bullring shopping centre near to Starbucks as a speaker addressed the crowd via a megaphone .
Unmasked protesters could be seen holding a large yellow sign which said : 'Free your face ' .
An earlier poster shared on social media advertised the protest , from midday , as a bid to `` end lockdowns , end track and trace and end social distancing '' .
The demonstration , which was still ongoing at 3.30pm , came as Birmingham recorded another death in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cases of coronavirus .
The latest figures for the seven days to September 8 , show a rise of 1,000 new cases in the city , with a rate of 90 per 100,000 people .
Residents under Birmingham , Solihull and Sandwell councils will be subject to new restrictions to prevent the spread of the virus from Tuesday , September 15 .
The rules will mean people from different households can not mix inside houses or gardens as analysis suggests the spike in cases is being driven by gatherings in houses .
Groups @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to meet in pubs and restaurants , Birmingham City Council leader Coun Ian Ward said during Friday 's announcement .
The restrictions will be reviewed weekly , with new announcements every Friday , according to West Midlands mayor Andy Street , who announced the new measures at a key briefing on September 11 .

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Crowds of protesters have gathered in the heart of Birmingham after lockdown restrictions were announced for the city, Solihull and Sandwell.
Dozens of demonstrators were seen holding placards as they joined for an 'anti-lockdown' event in the city centre this afternoon (Saturday, Sept 12).
A large number of people were pictured lining one of the main shopping strips - with one sign reading 'the Covid lie' - only a day after new restrictions were unveiled.
Video footage above captures as the crowds march through New Street with one man chanting: 'We are the people, we are the power'.
They had later moved outside the Bullring shopping centre near to Starbucks as a speaker addressed the crowd via a megaphone. Unmasked protesters could be seen holding a large yellow sign which said: 'Free your face'.
An earlier poster shared on social media advertised the protest, from midday, as a bid to "end lockdowns, end track and trace and end social distancing".
The demonstration, which was still ongoing at 3.30pm, came as Birmingham recorded another death in the latest daily toll and amid soaring cases of coronavirus.
The latest figures for the seven days to September 8, show a rise of 1,000 new cases in the city, with a rate of 90 per 100,000 people.
Residents under Birmingham, Solihull and Sandwell councils will be subject to new restrictions to prevent the spread of the virus from Tuesday, September 15.
The rules will mean people from different households cannot mix inside houses or gardens as analysis suggests the spike in cases is being driven by gatherings in houses.
Groups of up to six will still be able to meet in pubs and restaurants, Birmingham City Council leader Coun Ian Ward said during Friday's announcement.
The restrictions will be reviewed weekly, with new announcements every Friday, according to West Midlands mayor Andy Street, who announced the new measures at a key briefing on September 11.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Villa fans express concern after Martinez transfer update

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It has been reported that Aston Villa had agreed a deal to sign Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
According to a report in The Telegraph, Villa have agreed a £20m deal with the Gunners for the Argentine stopper.
Dean Smith is keen to strengthen the goalkeeping department, with Martinez his first-choice option to compete with Tom Heaton, Orjan Nyland and Jed Steer.
Villa fans have been reacting to the recent announcement, with many having concerns of what it could mean for Heaton’s future on B6.
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Here is a selection of what they had to say.
Al: “Good signing.”
Sam: “We can’t afford to think too much about how Heaton feels in this situation. We absolutely need a confirmed number one.”
Jim: “Pleased with Martinez but I'm worried about Heaton I think it's a lot worse than what we're letting on.”
CJ2: “I love Heaton but we can't be relying on Steer and Nyland. He needs to fight it out with Martinez. May the best man win.”
Rhys Jones: “Martinez confirmed soon.”
Andy Brookes: “Looks like Rashica and Emi Martinez are gonna be announced very soon. What a time to be alive.”
Danny: “Watkins scores Martinez having a medical Rashica almost done What a Saturday.”


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Thomas Frank piles in after Birmingham City stun Brentford

Thomas Frank insists Brentford did more than enough to win their season opener against Birmingham City .
The Bees were undone by a 37th minute goal from Jeremie Bela but piled on the pressure in the second half .
Josh Dasilva hit the post in the opening period , Sergi Canos struck the bar in the second with an overhead kick and Blues needed their debutant goalkeeper Zach Jeacock to make a good double save from Emiliano Marcondes .
All of which left Frank with a similar feeling to last term which begun with a 1-0 home defeat by Blues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it difficult for us throughout the game , they started well for 25 minutes , then we got on top of the game , ” Frank said .
“ I need to look back on the set piece , I haven ’ t watched the details yet .
We still created chances in the second half when they banked in .
We were patient enough , moved the ball quick enough , produced enough crosses , created set-pieces and we definitely should have got the equaliser , “ If you look at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all that crap , we one hundred per cent deserved to win the game .
It think it was 7-2 in chances .
If you that consistently you win a lot more than you lose .
“ Last season they only had one shot so they improved this today .
“ If you look at the clear facts of this game we were more than on it and we did more than enough to win the game .
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Thomas Frank insists Brentford did more than enough to win their season opener against Birmingham City.
The Bees were undone by a 37th minute goal from Jeremie Bela but piled on the pressure in the second half.
Josh Dasilva hit the post in the opening period, Sergi Canos struck the bar in the second with an overhead kick and Blues needed their debutant goalkeeper Zach Jeacock to make a good double save from Emiliano Marcondes.
All of which left Frank with a similar feeling to last term which begun with a 1-0 home defeat by Blues.
“Congratulations to Birmingham they made it difficult for us throughout the game, they started well for 25 minutes, then we got on top of the game,” Frank said.
“I need to look back on the set piece, I haven’t watched the details yet. We still created chances in the second half when they banked in.
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We were patient enough, moved the ball quick enough, produced enough crosses, created set-pieces and we definitely should have got the equaliser,
“If you look at the chances, all the Expected Goals and all that crap, we one hundred per cent deserved to win the game. It think it was 7-2 in chances. If you that consistently you win a lot more than you lose.
“Last season they only had one shot so they improved this today.
“If you look at the clear facts of this game we were more than on it and we did more than enough to win the game.”


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Breaking: Aston Villa agree fee with Arsenal for Emi Martinez


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Live updates - major Smethwick road closed after pedestrian hit by car

A major road in Sandwell has been sealed off after a pedestrian was hit by a car and left seriously @ @ @ @ @ in Smethwick , has been cordoned off following the serious collision , which happened just @ @ @ @ @ Saturday , September 12 .
The male victim suffered serious injuries to his head and @ @ @ @ @ taken to hospital .
Officers have arrested a 22-year-old driver on suspicion of driving under @ @ @ @ @ is in police custody .
Bus diversions are currently in place and drivers may face @ @ @ @ @ road is closed off as police enquiries continue .
This is a live blog and @ @ @ @ @

A major road in Sandwell has been sealed off after a pedestrian was hit by a car and left seriously injured.
Tollhouse Way, in Smethwick, has been cordoned off following the serious collision, which happened just before 12pm this afternoon, Saturday, September 12.
The male victim suffered serious injuries to his head and legs. The 41-year-old was taken to hospital.
Officers have arrested a 22-year-old driver on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and is in police custody.
Bus diversions are currently in place and drivers may face some minor disruptions while the road is closed off as police enquiries continue.
This is a live blog and will be updated shortly.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Rashica to Villa latest: Transfer expected, five-year contract

Aston Villa look to be edging closer to the exciting signing of Weder Bremen wing wizard Milot Rashica .
Dean Smith ’ s side have already completed the big-money signing of striker Ollie Watkins from Brentford , but that 's not stopping their pursuit of Rashica .
The Kosovo international is a player who has been linked with a switch to Villa Park since January , and those rumours have gathered pace once again in recent days .
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Previously , it had been suggested that Rashica was intent on remaining in the Bundesliga and had his heart set on a move to Red Bull Leipzig , where he might swap a relegation battle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kosovo international hasn ’ t seen that Leipzig move materialise , though , and now Deich Stubem , via Sport Witness , claim that he is considering his options - with England , suddenly , a real possibility .
Villa have been extensively linked with Rashica for some time , as they hunt wing reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League season .
It ’ s been suggested that they ’ re ready to meet Bremen ’ s asking price of €25m as they look for extra competition for current first choice options @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Baumann , Werder Bremen ’ s sporting director , has reiterated that Milot Rashica could leave the club before the transfer window shuts .
The Kosovo international hasn ’ t seen a move to RB Leipzig materialise , and now Deich Stubem , via Sport Witness , claim that he is considering his options - with England , suddenly , a real possibility .
“ It is likely that Milot Rashica still leaves us , but it can not be ruled out that he will still play for us after October 5th , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There is a little movement on the subject , Rashica - there are interested parties and enquiries .
Either we get a good transfer sum , or we ’ ll still have a good player in our ranks next year.
” Aston Villa have opened negotiations with Werder Bremen to sign Milot Rashica , according to reports .
Journalist Fabrizio Romano has revealed Villa have made an offer , believed to be in the region of an €18million to bring the winger to the Premier League .
Romano sad : `` Milot Rashica @ @ @ @ @ @ @ RB Leipzig .
`` Aston Villa have made an official bid to sign him as new winger , as per @ BILD_Sport .
Rashica would love to play in Premier League .
Talks on . ''
Villa are now believed to be in advanced talks with Werder over the signing of Rashica in a deal worth around £20 million .
A five-year contract has been offered to the Kosovan with terms still to be agreed and sufficient add-ons and bonuses ironed-out Leeds United are the latest club to be credited with an interest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ German website Deichstube are reporting that Leeds are now interested in Rashicam whose Bremen exit looks imminent .
The former Vitesse man was first linked with a move to Villa earlier this year and the transfer saga has rumbled along all summer .
However now it looks like Villa have moved a step closer to landing their man but will have to do under pressure from Leeds and Napoli .

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The summer transfer window has come to an end but Milot Rashica is still being linked with Aston Villa.
Rashica was touted for a move to Villa Park throughout the window but it was reported by BirminghamLive in September that Dean Smith's side had decided to end talks for the time being.
Villa had until 11pm on Monday night to complete any deals for players based abroad and that deadline passed with Rashica remaining a Werder Bremen player.
But could there be scope for a move in January?
Here's the current state of play with the Kosovo international...
Werder remain open to Rashica sale
Bremen's Bundesliga rivals Bayer Leverkusen appeared to be close to signing Rashica on Monday before the move fell through.
That settled the winger's future until January but with the coronavirus pandemic continuing to pose financial challenges for football clubs, Werder's chief executive Klaus Filbry has told German tabloid Bild that selling Rashica would provide a key cash injection.
"Due to the situation, we have a shortfall in our income of around €30m over both seasons," Filbry is quoted as saying by Bild.
"In this respect, a transfer for Milot would have been important for us to get back in the right direction financially."
Smith's response to Rashica question
Smith all but ruled out a deadline-day move for Rashica after Sunday's 7-2 victory against Liverpool.
Asked if the departure of attacking midfielder Jota opens the door for another player to come in, the head coach said: "No, not really.
"Jota was a player I've worked with before and I couldn't give him minutes here with the quality we've got at the club at the moment.
"I've got Bertrand Traore who came on and Anwar El Ghazi who's on the bench as well. I'm not sure there will be any more coming in before the window closes."
Smith, pressed on players going out, added: "I've said before we can't stockpile players."
What was being reported ahead of deadline day?
Reports in Germany last week claimed Villa were in 'advanced negotiations' about a transfer for Rashica.
Sky Sports were reporting that a deal was likely ahead of Monday night's 11pm deadline for transfers between foreign clubs.
German tabloid Bild also reported that Rashica, who has been linked with a move to Villa all summer, was ready to change his stance on a move to Villa Park after Smith's side's fine start to the Premier League season.
But the winger will now a Werder player until at least January when the window re-opens.
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Premier League rivals also linked
Leeds United and Southampton are reportedly in the race for Villa target Rashica.
According to Kosovar journalist Arlind Sadiku, of Supersport and Digitalb, the two Premier League clubs are also keen.
Villa previously agreed to meet the £20.5 million release clause for the 24 year-old but it is believed wages were a stumbling block with Rashica wanting to double his reported €40,000 weekly wage at Bremen.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Sandwell boundary mapped -  the areas hit by the lockdown

Lockdown has been imposed on Sandwell but it has left some people confused as to which areas it covers .
Residents were left unsure whether the rules will apply to them once the new measures come in to force on Tuesday , September 15 .
Sandwell Council has provided Black Country Live with a map outlining which towns and wards are included in the borough .
The new lockdown will mean people who live in Sandwell , Birmingham and Solihull will face a ban on household visitors and will not be allowed inside other people 's homes - whether they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
However , there are some exceptions in place - more guidance and answers to your questions can be found here .
Here are the wards and towns which come under Sandwell and are pictured on the map : You can check your postcode here to find out whether you are in the lockdown zones .
From Tuesday ( September 15 ) police will have the power to give out fines to those caught flouting the rules .
Data released earlier shows that cases were rising the highest in West Bromwich .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 70 cases per 100,000 .

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Lockdown has been imposed on Sandwell but it has left some people confused as to which areas it covers.
Residents were left unsure whether the rules will apply to them once the new measures come in to force on Tuesday, September 15.
Sandwell Council has provided Black Country Live with a map outlining which towns and wards are included in the borough.
The new lockdown will mean people who live in Sandwell, Birmingham and Solihull will face a ban on household visitors and will not be allowed inside other people's homes - whether they live in the affected areas or not.
However, there are some exceptions in place - more guidance and answers to your questions can be found here.
Here are the wards and towns which come under Sandwell and are pictured on the map:
Abbey
Blackheath
Bristnall
Charlemont with Grove Vale
Cradley Heath and Old Hill
Friar Park
Great Barr with Yew Tree
Great Bridge
Greets Green and Lyng
Hateley Heath
Langley
Newton
Old Warley
Oldbury
Princes End
Rowley
Smethwick
Soho and Victoria
St. Paul's
Tipton Green
Tividale
Wednesbury North
Wednesbury South
West Bromwich Central
You can check your postcode here to find out whether you are in the lockdown zones.
From Tuesday (September 15) police will have the power to give out fines to those caught flouting the rules.
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Data released earlier shows that cases were rising the highest in West Bromwich.
In the last seven days there were almost 70 cases per 100,000.


birminghammail--2020-09-12--Birmingham records another coronavirus death as UK toll rises by 8

The UK coronavirus hospital death toll has risen by 8 as the new infection rate soars amid fresh lockdown measures being issued in Birmingham .
All deaths were in England , with two in the Midlands - including one in Birmingham - with none reported in Wales , Northern Ireland and Scotland - although Scotland recorded its highest increase in new cases since May .
Those who died were aged between 61 and 91 , and all had known underlying health conditions , NHS England said .
Three Covid-19 deaths were recorded in the North West and the Midlands , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the North East and Yorkshire .
Deaths took place in Birmingham and Coventry .
There have been a further 164 cases of Covid-19 in Wales , bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 19,228 .
Public Health Wales said no further deaths had been reported , with the total number of deaths since the beginning of the pandemic remaining at 1,597 .
A total of 221 people have tested positive for coronavirus in Scotland in the past 24 hours , the latest Scottish Government figures show - the highest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statistics show that 22,435 people have now tested positive in Scotland , up from 22,214 the day before .
No deaths of confirmed Covid-19 patients have been recorded in the past 24 hours and the number of fatalities remains at 2,499 .
There are 261 people in hospital confirmed to have the virus , down by eight in 24 hours .
Of these patients , eight were in intensive care , no change on yesterday .

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The UK coronavirus hospital death toll has risen by 8 as the new infection rate soars amid fresh lockdown measures being issued in Birmingham.
All deaths were in England, with two in the Midlands - including one in Birmingham - with none reported in Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland - although Scotland recorded its highest increase in new cases since May.
Those who died were aged between 61 and 91, and all had known underlying health conditions, NHS England said.
Three Covid-19 deaths were recorded in the North West and the Midlands, with one in London and one in the North East and Yorkshire. Deaths took place in Birmingham and Coventry.
There have been a further 164 cases of Covid-19 in Wales, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 19,228.
Public Health Wales said no further deaths had been reported, with the total number of deaths since the beginning of the pandemic remaining at 1,597.
A total of 221 people have tested positive for coronavirus in Scotland in the past 24 hours, the latest Scottish Government figures show - the highest daily figure since early May.
The statistics show that 22,435 people have now tested positive in Scotland, up from 22,214 the day before.
No deaths of confirmed Covid-19 patients have been recorded in the past 24 hours and the number of fatalities remains at 2,499.
There are 261 people in hospital confirmed to have the virus, down by eight in 24 hours.
Of these patients, eight were in intensive care, no change on yesterday.


birminghammail--2020-09-13--Villa hero Christian Benteke reportedly available for £10m move

Aston Villa hero Christian Benteke is reportedly available for just £10million this transfer window .
The Belgian striker has struggled to replicate his wonderful Villa form since leaving the club for Liverpool in 2015 .
He only lasted one year at Liverpool before joining Crystal Palace but , aside from a 17-goal haul in his first season , Benteke has failed to live up to his £30million billing at Selhurst Park .
Benteke has scored six goals in his last 76 appearances for Palace across all competitions and missed their Premier League opener with Southampton on Saturday due to injury @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back fit soon .
His numbers for Palace are nothing like those which made him popular during his goal-laden three-year stint with Villa .
Benteke netted 49 goals in 101 appearances for Villa and remains hugely popular with the club 's supporters .
There was even talk of Benteke returning to Villa in January , with a potential loan move back to the Midlands mooted for the 29-year-old .
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That did n't come to fruition but Benteke could leave Selhurst Park this window and , according to The Sun , he might cost just £10million .
Club Brugge are reportedly interested in taking Benteke back to Belgium and are trying to find a way to fund his wages .
Benteke 's last appearance for the Eagles came at Villa Park towards the end @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off for his part in an incident after Palace 's 2-0 defeat .

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Aston Villa hero Christian Benteke is reportedly available for just £10million this transfer window.
The Belgian striker has struggled to replicate his wonderful Villa form since leaving the club for Liverpool in 2015.
He only lasted one year at Liverpool before joining Crystal Palace but, aside from a 17-goal haul in his first season, Benteke has failed to live up to his £30million billing at Selhurst Park.
Benteke has scored six goals in his last 76 appearances for Palace across all competitions and missed their Premier League opener with Southampton on Saturday due to injury, though he is expected to be back fit soon.
His numbers for Palace are nothing like those which made him popular during his goal-laden three-year stint with Villa. Benteke netted 49 goals in 101 appearances for Villa and remains hugely popular with the club's supporters.
There was even talk of Benteke returning to Villa in January, with a potential loan move back to the Midlands mooted for the 29-year-old.
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That didn't come to fruition but Benteke could leave Selhurst Park this window and, according to The Sun, he might cost just £10million.
Club Brugge are reportedly interested in taking Benteke back to Belgium and are trying to find a way to fund his wages.
Benteke's last appearance for the Eagles came at Villa Park towards the end of last season where he was sent off for his part in an incident after Palace's 2-0 defeat.