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• Fury over 'cruel' plans by council to introduce 'tourist tax' that could see pregnant mothers charged days before giving birth

  01-01-2025 18:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A council has been slammed for cruel plans introduce a 'tourist tax' that could see pregnant mothers charged when they have to travel to hospital from remote areas to give birth.
  
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• Conjoined twin sisters finally reveal how their bodies are really connected

  04-01-2025 11:21 via metro.co.uk
  
  Abby and Brittany Hensel shared a video on TikTok that explains in detail everything about their bodies (Picture: Facebook)Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel have revealed how their two bodies are partially-joined.The sisters shared a video on their TikTok account showing their followers the structure of their conjoined bodies.The video reveals how they have two brains, two spinal cords and two hearts.Their upper body organs are unique, for example, if one heart fails, it could impact blo
  
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• The Traitors star, 26, says cancer battle ‘knocked her confidence’

  04-01-2025 11:12 via metro.co.uk
  
  To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5 video Up NextPrevious PageNext PageThe Traitors is quickly heating up, and on top of the round table drama, viewers are also getting to know the players.Part of the joy of the BBC series is that it brings together a group of people who are unlikely to have crossed paths in real life, and may not also be the typical reality stars. The casting team always nails the brief!In Friday evening’s
  
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• Devastated family of man mauled to death by a Great White Shark at Granites Beach pay tribute to 'fiercely loyal, compassionate and caring' victim

  04-01-2025 11:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The search for Lance Appleby, 28, is about to enter its four day after he was attacked by a suspected Great White Shark at Granites Beach, about 700km from Adelaide, on Thursday.
  
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• Brit victim of New Orleans terror attack Edward Pettifer's link to Prince William and Kate Middleton revealed

  04-01-2025 11:05 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The British victim killed in the New Orleans terror attack has been revealed to be the stepson of Prince William and Harry's former nanny Tiggy Legge-Bourke.
  
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• The ‘bookending’ booze rule will change the way you drink in 2025

  04-01-2025 11:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  These drinking ‘rules’ will change the way you consume booze (Picture: Getty Images)I’ve never been one to shun alcohol completely when Dry January rolls around. Knowing me, I’d be white-knuckling the booze cupboard and opening bottles with my teeth come February 1st.  That’s why I’ve take to ‘zebra striping’, the practice of alternating between an alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink when you’re out and about.Unlike Dry January, which inv
  
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• 'My dad gave his new daughter my exact name - he's replacing me'

  04-01-2025 11:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A 23-year-old has shared her heartache after her dad gave his new daughter her exact same name - making her feel like he is trying to replace her in favour of his new family
  
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• This is how Labour tries to stop the boats! Home Office staff blow £10,000 of taxpayer cash at swanky skyscraper restaurant as they entertain Italian officials

  04-01-2025 10:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The expensive meal that happened at the Searcys at The Gherkin has been labelled an 'outrageous extravagance' at a time when the nation's finances are tight.
  
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• Police 'are hunting second man accused of selling drugs to Liam Payne' before One Direction star fell to his death from Argentina hotel balcony

  04-01-2025 10:52 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  An arrest warrant was said to have been issued for Ezequiel David Pereyra, 21, after he failed to answer a court summons to hand himself in for preventive detention.
  
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• 'I don't like my baby girl's name and want to change it – I'm so embarrassed'

  04-01-2025 10:52 via mirror.co.uk
  
  One mum has revealed that despite her deciding on her baby daughter's name and 'loving it' during her pregnancy, she's now changed her mind now that her baby girl is here
  
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• Luke Littler, 17, embraces mother Lisa as he becomes youngest-ever darts world champ - and branding experts reveal the one pitfall he must avoid if he wants to turn his fame into mega millions

  04-01-2025 10:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 17-year-old gave his mother, 40, an enormous hug as he made his way onto the stage at the Alexandra Palace last night before his storming 7-3 victory over World No. 3 Michael van Gerwen.
  
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• British man killed in New Orleans terror attack is named as 32-year-old man Edward Pettifer from Chelsea - as 'devastated' family pays tribute to 'wonderful son' who was a 'friend to so many'

  04-01-2025 10:38 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Police have named the British citizen confirmed as one of the 14 people killed in the chilling New Year terror attack in New Orleans as 31-year-old Edward Pettifer from Chelsea.
  
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• Inside the tiny Cotswolds town where Harry Potter and James Bond were filmed

  04-01-2025 10:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  This newly refurbished hotel in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, is a luxurious base for exploring the Cotswolds, with a top-class restaurant, stylish bedrooms and super-friendly staff
  
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• British victim of New Orleans terror attack is stepson of Prince William and Prince Harry's former nanny Tiggy Legge-Bourke

  04-01-2025 10:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The British victim of the New Orleans terror attack has been revealed to be the stepson of Prince William and Harry's former nanny Tiggy Legge-Bourke.
  
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• Glenys Kinnock left her former Labour leader husband Neil a massive amount in her will after she died aged 79

  04-01-2025 10:19 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Glenys Kinnock left the entirety of her estate to herformer Labour leader husband Neil following her death from Alzheimer's aged 79 in December 2023, documents have revealed.
  
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• Nicole Kidman bursts into tears as she honours mother during award acceptance

  04-01-2025 10:14 via metro.co.uk
  
  Nicole Kidman was visibly emotional during a speech about her late mother (Picture: Getty)Nicole Kidman was moved to tears in a poignant speech dedicated to her late mother as she accepted an acting award.The Australian actor, 57, took to the stage to receive the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival’s international star award for her acclaimed turn in Babygirl.Babygirl, directed by Halina Reijn, premiered at the Venice Film Festival in September to widespread praise including Nic
  
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• Brit killed in New Orleans ISIS terror attack is stepson of William and Harry's nanny

  04-01-2025 10:10 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Edward Pettifer, 31, whose father is married to Tiggy Legge-Bourke, was named as one of fourteen people killed after an SUV crashed into crowds in New Orleans on New Year's Day
  
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• Neighbours legend ‘haunted’ by their ex as 2025 season kicks off in spectacular fashion

  04-01-2025 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  2025 is kicking off in Erinsborough! (Picture: Prime/Metro)Neighbours are kicking off their 2025 season with a bang as Yaz Shields (Chrishell Stause) targets Holly Hoyland (Lucinda Armstrong-Hall) in a deeply sinister way.The Amazon Prime Video soap picks right up from Christmas, when Holly opened up a haunting gift from her late boyfriend Heath Royce (Ethan Panizza).
  As viewers will remember, he met a dramatic end in the jaws of a crocodile last year and Yaz is now looking to make her pay.In u
  
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• Games are too cheap but I reject the doom and gloom around gaming – Reader’s Feature

  04-01-2025 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Can you have too much of a good thing? (Microsoft)A reader advises against too much negativity amongst gamers, even as he admits there are serious problems – including too many cheap games.Every week for what feels like the last three years I seem to see the same old complaints in letters and features.Console manufacturers and developers are doing nothing to address the changes in gaming. Single-player games are dead. There are no first party games. Only live service games are being made.
  
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• UK weather: NHS warns Brits not to leave homes during these hours as snow hits

  04-01-2025 09:54 via mirror.co.uk
  
  NHS bodies are warning people not to leave their homes this weekend as amber weather warnings are announced in parts of the country, with some told to stock up on essentials
  
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• Our £180k newbuild homes are mocked because of our giant 40ft 'privacy' fence...snobs have compared it to the TITANIC

  04-01-2025 09:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: Locals in Newcastle have fumed that critics on social media have 'too much time on their hands' after the giant wall behind their homes was called 'oppressive'.
  
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• Why Prince Harry won't walk away from £1m-a-year BetterUp role despite flurry of complaints that saw staff compare bosses to gangsters

  04-01-2025 09:45 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  One former employee for the mental wellness firm has now compared bosses at the firm to gangsters who 'exploit' their staff in a complaint made in the run-up to Christmas .
  
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• Teenager airlifted to hospital after diving into a shallow pool on popular Terrigal boardwalk

  04-01-2025 09:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Paramedics were called to a shallow ocean pool underneath the Terrigal Boardwalk in NSW's Central Coast at 3pm on Saturday.
  
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• Inside the city failing YOUR five-year-olds: How Manchester has highest amount of children lacking basic skills in England with THOUSANDS not ready for primary school

  04-01-2025 09:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A third of children across England are not 'school-ready' when they start reception, recent figures from the Department for Education have revealed.
  
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• Is this finally the end of the road for the Red Arrows? Iconic jets are approaching their deathbed, with NO replacements lined up

  04-01-2025 09:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Red Arrows are facing a crisis as the future of the squadron is uncertain. The youngest Hawk T1 in their 16-strong fleet is 43, the oldest is approaching 50. Some have flown for more than 100 hours.
  
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• Luke Littler reveals what Michael van Gerwen told him after World Darts Championship victory

  04-01-2025 09:23 via metro.co.uk
  
  Luke Littler claimed the World title on Friday evening (Picture: Getty)Luke Littler lifted the lid on what Michael van Gerwen told him after his historic victory in the World Darts Championship final on Friday evening.Having come up short in last year’s final on debut, Littler returned to Ally Pally a year on as the favourite after a remarkable first year in the sport.And the 17-year-old made no mistake this time, coasting to a superb 7-3 victory over the World No.3 van Gerwen to claim th
  
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• Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague pictured sharing secret New Year’s Eve kiss

  04-01-2025 09:21 via metro.co.uk
  
  Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have been pictured kissing at a New Year’s Eve party (Picture: The Sun)Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague have shocked fans by appearing to share a passionate New Year’s Eve kiss despite news of their split.
  The blurry footage shows the former Love Island couple, both 25, sharing what seems to be a hot and heavy kiss at Man United player Luke Shaw’s Hogmanay party in Cheshire.
  The Sun’s exclusive footage seems to sugges
  
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• Couple killed in car crash were set to celebrate wedding anniversary in Spain

  04-01-2025 09:05 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Anthony Hogg, 40, and wife Georgina Hogg-Moore, 39, were killed on December 26 in Dublin while walking with their daughter, as a funeral mass was held in Mountview
  
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• Defiant boss of 'illegal' Indian pub built next door to historic thatched home of Shakespeare's wife hits back at 'jealous' neighbours and says it will NOT be demolished

  04-01-2025 09:01 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A former Indian Army officer who is fighting to save his illegally built pub from demolition, which serves street flood near a Shakespeare heritage site, has vowed: 'It will remain standing!'
  
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• What I Own: My £210,000 Birmingham apartment is a shared ownership bargain

  04-01-2025 09:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  This week, we’re in Birmingham meeting Michael Swords (Picture: SWNS)Welcome back to What I Own – Metro’s property series where we speak to homeowners about getting on the ladder.This week, we’re in Birmingham visiting Michael Swords, who bought his one-bedroom flat through shared ownership in 2024.Michael has saved countless pennies by opting to part-own through the scheme, which allows buyers to purchase a percentage of the property with a reduced d
  
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