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British actress found dead after burglars ransacked luxury home
The retired actor Viscella Richards - who was known by the stage name Vikki Richards during her career - has reportedly been found dead at her home in the Caribbean this week
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Fire chief's doctor fiancée died of drug cocktail 3 years after his ex shot dead
Dr Sarah Sweeney was found with a lethal mix of drugs in her system, just four years after her fiancé's previous girlfriend, Grace Holland died in a case ruled suicide
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Optician warns common eye symptom could be sign of serious illness
Sensitivity to light is usually a symptom of another problem, not a condition on its own, according to an expert. Here's what you should do if there is a problem
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Internet melts down over objects that look like faces
Images of objects which which resemble something else have become a huge hit on the internet with some amusing and some sinister interpretations of innocent pictures have emerged
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Lost island village once home to 2,250 people found in felling operation
The ancient village was hidden by Sitka spruce trees Researchers say 'Brunell' was once home to around 2,250 people, who looked after cattle, sheep and horses to pay for their rent and daily needs
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Brits can now stay in ex-Falklands helicopter for £325 per night that sleeps 4
The Westland Wessex XT469 helicopter dates back to 1965 and has seen active duty during The Falklands War. It has now been converted into rental accommodation for £325 a night
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TV news host breaks down as she announces colleague's alleged murder live on air
An Australian TV news anchor struggled to contain her emotions as she announced the alleged murder of her close friend and colleague as well his boyfriend
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Inside 'England's wealthiest town' that's like travelling back in time
A visit to Lavenham is like going back to the age of the Tudors with historic timber buildings lining streets and a large market square surrounded by surrounded by historic halls, cafés and restaurants
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Woman, 29, quits £64,000 job to be a waitress after collapsing at work
Tara Franks, 29, suffered from severe burnout which led to her collapsing in work. Fed up with her life she chucked it all in to go travelling with her boyfriend
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Brit explorer finds entire building buried under ice and has incredible response
Chris Brown told followers he had discovered a whole building buried in Antarctica. A statue of former Russian leader, Vladimir Lenin was also spotted partly covered in snow in the remote location
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'We ditched our house for a converted school bus – now we save £8,000 a year'
Alyssa Lydick and Johnathon Peck were struggling to pay bills and wondered how they would find a way out of their dilemma, when they found an old school bus which meant they were able to save
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Mum transforms room into 'dive bar toilet' - 'you can smell urine from photos'
The couple decided to give their bathroom the grunge treatment , and they even encourage guests to scrawl on their walls as part of the '90s dive-bar look, which celebrated bands and venues of the era
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Tourists brand picturesque village 'a dump' - but locals have brilliant response
The town of Tiverton in Devon was heavily criticised by visitors, but locals have defended its history and attractions. They claimed the reviews were unfair and said people in the town were lovely
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Pablo Grant dies aged as German rap star Dead Dawg, 26, suffered blood clot
German rapper and actor Pablo Grant, who worked with Berlin rap group BHZ, has sadly died aged 26 as tributes poured in for the star following his shock death from thrombosis
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Saltburn's Jacob Elordi accused of assault as cops investigate alleged incident
Euphoria star Jacob Elordi is being investigated by police after allegedly assaulting a broadcaster in Australia and placing his hands around the man's throat
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YMAS' Josh plans to help 'graveyard of talented artists' who 'deserve better'
You Me At Six frontman Josh Franceschi has shared an insight into a career he could pursue after the band part ways next year, as he admits being 'frustrated' that some artists aren't given the time to develop
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Mexican soap legend Helena Rojo dies from cancer as heartbroken fans pay tribute
Social media was inundated with tributes by fans after legendary Mexican soap and theatre actress Helen Rojo lost her lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 79 years old
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Meet the people with real-life superpowers that scientists just can't explain
Several people have claimed to have superpowers in TV and film programmes, but these people have astonished experts doctors and their families with their astonishing abilities to be superhuman
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Ten things you should avoid doing to prevent offending local people on holiday
Gestures and manners which are ok in the UK can be deeply offensive in another culture. From being drunk to giving the thumbs up, it is a minefield of cultural differences
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Residents of UK town tormented by mystery 'humming' noise that's getting louder
Chloe Eccles is one of several residents complaining of a humming sound that she claims is getting louder in Immingham with North East Lincolnshire Council saying it has "drawn a blank" on the cause
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'Picture postcard' UK fishing port with painted cottages and stunning views
Tobermory has become a popular location for visitors drawn to its picturesque seafront, vast amounts of wildlife and also its accommodation and locally-sourced food and drink
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Locals baffled as word spelled backward on road - before many find it funny
Members of a community were left bemused after spotting the confusing road paint which could only be read backwards in a south London street. the error sparked hilarity among motorists
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Cabin crew slide note under plane toilet door after man gets stuck inside
Flight attendants slipped a note under the toilet door after a passenger became trapped in the loo on a SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Bengaluru - and the toilet door would not budge until after landing
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'My neighbour's gardener keeps leaf blowing next to our bed early in morning'
A pregnant woman on Reddit sought advice for handling her neighbour's gardener who operates a loud leaf blower just outside her bedroom every Tuesday morning, causing anxiety and sleep deprivation
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Banned paedo teacher Kandice Barber protests her innocence but can't spell it
Kandice Barber protested her innocence after being convicted of having sex with a 15-year-old pupil in Buckinghamshire. But her note to the teaching misconduct panel had a spelling error