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• BREAKING: World's 'oldest' woman with surprising hobby dies in Japan aged 116

  04-01-2025 11:33 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Tomiko Itooka died on December 29 at a care home in central Japan - and was recognised as the oldest person last year following the death of 117-year-old Maria Branyas
  
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• Shattered wife's heart-wrenching vow after her husband of nine Jacob Vennix days drowned on their Bali honeymoon

  06-01-2025 13:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The wife of an Australian tourist who died in Bali just nine days after their wedding has shared a touching promise.
  
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• Pet owners eye up Cane Corso as new 'status' dog but experts warn breed beloved by celebrities is 'XL Bully on steroids'

  06-01-2025 13:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: An Italian mastiff breed which has traditionally been used as a guard dog, the cane corso can weight up to 50kg and has been described as an ' XL Bully on steroids'.
  
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• The Vivienne's ex-husband David Ludford posts heartbreaking tribute to RuPaul's Drag Race star who 'changed my life'

  06-01-2025 13:24 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Vivienne's ex-husband David Ludford has shared a heartbreaking tribute to the RuPaul 's Drag Race star who died suddenly aged 32.
  
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• Fury as Alabama cheerleader Abbie Stockard, 22, wins Miss America over way contest was screened

  06-01-2025 13:23 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 97th annual pageant took place over the weekend at the Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, concluding with 2024 winner Madison Marsh crowning Abbie Stockard
  
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• Police force 'quits' Elon Musk's X over the 'quantity and quality' of responses it receives as it becomes latest organisation to leave billionaire's site

  06-01-2025 13:20 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Derbyshire Police has decided to step back from using the social media platform to communicate with people, other than in 'major incident' circumstances.
  
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• Nigel Farage puts on a brave face despite Elon Musk humiliation

  06-01-2025 13:20 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Nigel Farage put on a brave face as he left home a day after Elon Musk claimed Reform UK needed a new leader. Hours earlier Mr Farage had called Musk a 'hero' and said he makes the party 'look cool'
  
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• The Vivienne’s ex-husband David Ludford’s ‘heart shattered’ after Drag Race star’s death

  06-01-2025 13:19 via metro.co.uk
  
  The Vivienne’s ex-husband David Ludford feels ‘numb’ after her death (Picture: @d.ludford)The Vivienne’s ex-husband David Ludford has said he feels ‘lost’ after the RuPaul Drag Race UK star’s death aged 31.He wrote on Instagram: ‘My heart is literally shattered, I feel so out of place I feel lost, I feel numb 💔😭😔🪽Fly high angel and keep shining.’This is a breaking news story, more to follow soon… Check
  
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• Prince William made very bold move on Kate months before that see-through dress

  06-01-2025 13:19 via mirror.co.uk
  
  One of William and Kate's university friends has lifted the lid on the start of their romance - and revealed that the future King fell for Kate long before she took part in the charity fashion show
  
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• Gardening expert's simple trick to help hydrangeas grow 'masses of flowers'

  06-01-2025 13:18 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A gardening expert has shared a simple three-step guide to pruning hydrangeas in winter to ensure they will "flower on the coming year's growth" and will be "healthier"
  
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• Train companies set to save on costs and it could result in lower rail fares

  06-01-2025 13:16 via mirror.co.uk
  
  HS1 is owned by a consortium of private investors. After reviewing the company's latest spending plans, the ORR has instructed it to decrease its access charges
  
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• Doctor lists three 'of the best' supplements he says people should take and why

  06-01-2025 13:16 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The health expert says the supplements can improve your memory and sleep, and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's
  
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• Drink driver, 23, who smashed into parked car weeps in court as she claims driving ban would stop her taking her mother to cancer treatment appointments

  06-01-2025 13:15 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Administration worker Mia Lavelle-Clegg, 23, from Mossley in Greater Manchester, tested more than twice the alcohol limit after she accidentally smashed her black Seat Leon into a parked car.
  
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• How The Vivienne became one of Britain's most recognisable drag queens before tragic death aged 32: Star beat drug addiction to win RuPaul's Drag Race UK

  06-01-2025 13:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Vivienne, whose real name was James Lee Williams, moved to Liverpool from Wales aged 16 to pursue a career as a makeup artist, first working on the beauty counter in Debenhams.
  
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• Ambitious Meghan Markle predicted own future in telling letter to former head teacher

  06-01-2025 13:10 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Duchess of Sussex had big plans for her future when she was a child, writing a telling note to her school principle at the tender age of 11 in which she outlined her hopes and dreams
  
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• Woman, 29, killed and boy, two, fighting for life after car crashes into tree

  06-01-2025 13:06 via metro.co.uk
  
  The crash happened on the M180 near Barnetby, northern Lincolnshire (Picture: Google Maps)A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a woman was killed and a two-year-old boy was seriously injured in a M180 crash.The black Mitsubishi Outlander the three were travelling in careered off the motorway near Barnetby, northern Lincolnshire, and smashed into a tree.
  Humberside Police were called to the scene at about 11.15am on Sunday, and arrested the driver of the car, a 34-year-old
  
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• Greg James sets record straight after announcing he’s ‘quitting’ BBC Radio 1

  06-01-2025 13:03 via metro.co.uk
  
  To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5 video Up NextPrevious PageNext PageGreg James has apologised and set the record straight after appearing to announce that he was leaving BBC Radio 1.
  The Radio 1 Breakfast Show host, 39, sent fans into a frenzy after posting a statement on Instagram that he now admits was just ‘gentle trolling’.In his original statement, Greg claimed the BBC was ‘under corporate control’
  
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• Ryanair and Wizz Air see passenger numbers rise in December despite disruptions

  06-01-2025 13:01 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Ryanair carried 13.6 million passengers in December, up 8% on the same period last year, while Wizz Air carried 5.1 million passengers, up 1.9% year-on-year
  
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• Protesters swarm police station to demand 'justice' for XL Bully shot dead by officers after woman 'bitten' by dog

  06-01-2025 13:01 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  South Yorkshire Police killed the dog, named Ghost, after receiving a 999 call claiming a woman had been bitten. About 30 people gathered outside Snig Hall Police Station, Sheffield, to protest.
  
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• Tragic past of RuPaul's Drag Race star The Vivienne who battled ketamine addiction and marriage breakdown before their death aged 32

  06-01-2025 12:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The news of Williams' death was announced by their publicist Simon Jones on Sunday, who described Williams as an 'incredibly loved' and 'amazing person'.
  
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• Dog expert issues warning over 'killing machine breed' that's like XL bully 'on steroids'

  06-01-2025 12:59 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A dog behavioural specialist has warned against the increase in popularity for a certain breed of dog that is said to be "worse" than the notorious XL bully breed
  
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• Grade II listed villa reduced to piles of rubble after 175-year-old building battered by harsh winds during storm

  06-01-2025 12:57 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Dramatic pictures show piles of rubble around the Ravenscourt, in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, with one side of the house now completely exposed to the elements.
  
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• Revealed: Brazilian cops 'arrested daughter-in-law in poisoned Christmas cake case after furious relative accused her of insincere gesture at victims' funeral'

  06-01-2025 12:55 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Deise Moura was held yesterday by police at the home she shares with her husband Diego in southern Brazil, with police confirming that a suspect had been detained on suspicion of murder.
  
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• Gardening expert's 'easiest and most effective' method to remove ivy for good

  06-01-2025 12:55 via mirror.co.uk
  
  English ivy can be a stunning ground cover, but can cause a lot of damage to gardens and properties. A gardening expert has shared his most effective methods for getting rid of the plant for good
  
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• 'Extraordinary' 1,500-year-old sword is found with a gold pendant in an Anglo-Saxon 'cemetery' beneath a Kent field that could contain up to 200 graves

  06-01-2025 12:55 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Described as 'one of the most extraordinary objects' ever seen on BBC show Digging for Britain, the weapon was found in a grave at the site of an early medieval cemetery near Canterbury.
  
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• 'Smoking weed makes me a better mum – I've had five health benefits from it'

  06-01-2025 12:54 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A mum who has been stigmatised for being a daily cannabis user has spoken about five health benefits she has personally experienced from smoking marijuana
  
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• Woman who lied about being groomed by sex traffickers released early from prison

  06-01-2025 12:53 via metro.co.uk
  
  Eleanor Williams concocted a series of lies about being the victim of a grooming gang (Picture: SWNS)A fantasist who lied about being groomed by a gang of Asian sex traffickers has been released early from prison. Eleanor Williams, 24, made the claims to police and in a viral Facebook post where she spoke about being beaten, abused and trafficked.  She also posted pictures of her supposed injuries in the update, which was shared more than 100,000 times.  A court was later told th
  
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• Tax and pay hikes to see firms pay £2,300 more per low-wage worker this year

  06-01-2025 12:51 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Centre for Policy Studies has said that it will cost an average of £24,806 to employ someone over 21 earning the minimum wage, which amounts to £2,367 more per person than in 2024
  
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• Three red flags you have flu and not a cold with over 5,000 in hospital

  06-01-2025 12:50 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The number of hospital patients with flu in England quadrupled to more than 5,000 ahead of New Year.
  
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• Man's life saved after allergic reaction reveals hidden cancer

  06-01-2025 12:49 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Steven Wise, from Hampstead, London, had a severe allergic reaction to prescribed medicine - but he said the dramatic episode proved to be a 'second chance' at life
  
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