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Woman shot herself days after resigning as PA at Barclays bank, inquest told
Lesley Page, 65, was found with shotgun wounds to her torso at her home in Emneth, Norfolk, days after she had resigned from her role at Barclays Bank, an inquest heard
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UK enjoys seven Oscar wins as Christopher Nolan takes home first Academy Award
The UK enjoyed a successful night at the 2024 Academy Awards, with seven wins including a first Oscar for director Christopher Nolan thanks to his work on Oppenheimer
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Dust in your home could be making you ill - here's what you need to know
Dust is a common substance that can cause allergies, and those dust bunnies hiding in forgotten corners of our homes could be secretly causing us health problems
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5 memorable Liverpool vs Man City Premier League clashes ahead of title showdown
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool are currently a point clear of Pep Guardiola's Manchester City champions at the top of the Premier League, with the two titans enjoying a near-identical season to this point
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Doctors warn flights do have effects on your body - so prepare before travelling
Travel experts have revealed some of the effects that long-haul flights can have on the human body including your heart, stomach, and brain - and what you can do to combat them
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Dave Myers and Hairy Bikers legacy - comfort food to making healthy eating easy
Food fans said goodbye to beloved TV chef Dave Myers - one half of the Hairy Bikers - this week, but the best friend duo changed the industry
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Dragons' Den contestant turns tables with two-word message to Peter Jones
Richard Marles, 38, appeared on the BBC One show alongside Labrador Penny, asking for £150,000 for a 5% stake in Park Life, whose flagship product is a frisbee-shaped dog treat
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Amputee Tony Hudgell, 9, honoured by hospital who saved him after raising £1.8m
Tony Hudgell, nine, from Kent, has been praised for his 'out-of-this-world fundraising' for Evelina London Children's Hospital after he raised a staggering £1.8million
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Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley challenges £36m bankruptcy petition
Ms Staveley, who headed the Saudi-backed consortium that took over the football club in 2021, asked the Insolvency and Companies Court to set aside a demand served by Greek businessman Victor Restis
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MPs to get taxpayer-funded bodyguards as they face threat of extremist attacks
Home Secretary James Cleverly said no MP should have to accept threats or harrassment as 'part of the job' as he announces the multi-billion pound fund to bolster security
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Jorginho tells Arsenal team-mates what they need to do if the want to win title
Arsenal are just two points off the top of the table after easing to a 4-1 win over Newcastle on Saturday night, and midfielder Jorginho wants his team-mates to remain grounded
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How to make the most out of leftovers - and storage mistake people often make
It's easy just to throw leftover ingredients and meals in the bin, but you could save a lot of cash by giving them a bit of extra thought
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Ugly Betty icon to play Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada West End show
The musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada will premiere in London in October 2024, with Ugly Betty actress Vanessa Williams ready to take on the role of the formiddle Miranda Priestly
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Hugh Grant channels his Oompa-Loompa character to perform rhymes at Baftas
British actor Hugh Grant had a scene-stealing turn as a tiny orange Oompa-Loompa with green hair called Lofty in the musical film, which served as a movie prequel to Roald Dahl's beloved children's book Charlie And The Chocolate Factory.
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BBC presenter left red-faced after ruining family surprise on live TV
BBC viewers were left in hysterics when presenter Kawser Quamer spoiled her niece's birthday surprise live on air
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Welsh football club's Guinness World Record claim in tatters after mix-up
The New Saints' winning streak stands at 20 and they must win their next eight games to break the record they set in 2016 - but the Welsh side thought they had already reached the 27 mark with a 3-0 win over Newtown on Tuesday
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Homeless man who stole dummies from babies' mouths and used them himself jailed
Josh Guilder, 23, took the dummies from five youngsters around Harlow in Essex between February 10 and August 7 last year and used them 'to soothe himself' the court was told
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Measles warning as adult dies in hospital and infections surge across Europe
An adult diagnosed with measles has died in hospital in the first confirmed measles case in Ireland this year, the health service executive (HSE) has said
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'I'm a travel expert - changing the way you book holidays could save you money'
One in three people say they are planning to have a holiday in the UK this year, but keeping the costs of a break down is even trickier than ever due to a tough few years of high inflation
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Malta and Tenerife among Europe's best hot and sunny holidays for February
Europe's best winter sun destinations for February are within reach of the UK with spots like Tenerife, Malta and Sicily all offering up balmy weather
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Government spent £27,000 topping up wine cellar during pandemic, figures show
A long-delayed report on the Government's wine cellar shows the value of the collection has soared to £3.66million. It shows 130 bottles were consumed between 2020-2021
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Scientists discover how to 'deactivate' Covid using UV light
Researchers from the University of Southampton have come across a way to reduce the risk of Covid spreading with a new technique that harnesses the power of light
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Brits urged to book their 2024 holidays tactically if they want the best deals
From cruises to city breaks, villas to all-inclusive resorts, here's how to get the best deal on your 2024 holiday while not compromising on how good a time you have
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Travel experts share their top tips for bagging a holiday bargain in 2024
Top tips for booking the best holiday deals in 2024 including cheap holidays to the likes of Spain, France, Greece, Italy and more - experts have shared their insider hacks
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Snapchat rapist branded 'Brixton R Kelly' jailed for crimes against schoolgirls
Serial rapist Kevarnie Queen has been jailed for 12 years after he was convicted of 22 counts of rape at Inner London Crown Court in August, many of which were committed when he was 15