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• How much Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk made from their rematch in Riyadh

  22-12-2024 12:28 via metro.co.uk
  
  Tyson Fury was beaten by Oleksandr Usyk again in Riyadh (Picture: Getty Images)Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk earned a lot of money from their heavyweight world title rematch in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night, although the Gypsy King got less than he did from their first fight.Usyk beat the Brit for a second time, winning a unanimous decision victory after his split decision win in May.The Ukrainian keeps hold of the WBC, WBO and IBO belts and takes his perfect record to 23-0, while Fury’s
  
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• Aldi is introducing strict new shopping ‘rule’ for five days next week

  22-12-2024 19:08 via metro.co.uk
  
  Aldi is imposing a strict two per-person limit (Picture: Getty Images)Shoppers heading to Aldi to stock up on treats ahead of New Year’s Eve will have to follow a strict rule.That’s because the supermarket is imposing a limit on the number of bottles of its Crémant De Loire people can buy.The budget retailer is slashing the price of the popular fizz just in time for end of the year celebrations, from next Friday (27 December) all the way up until New Year’s Eve. As such
  
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• Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez to marry this week as secret plans for '$600M' Christmas wedding revealed

  22-12-2024 18:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The billionaire Amazon founder, 60, and his ex-TV news anchor fiancée, 55, are marrying in Aspen the weekend after Christmas, DailyMail.com can exclusively reveal.
  
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• Home Alone star shocks fans with new career after ditching Hollywood

  22-12-2024 18:48 via metro.co.uk
  
  Home Alone star Daniel Stern has had a major career change (Picture: Moviestore/REX/Shutterstock)Fans are shocked to learn that Marv Murchins from the Home Alone franchise has had a complete change of career path since stepping away from Hollywood.Home Alone and Home Alone 2 are still iconic Christmas movies that are festive favourites every year around the holiday season.The first movie in the franchise was released 24 years ago, but still fans can fondly remember the hapless burglars who appe
  
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• Ronan Keating flies pets home for Christmas on private jet where one seat costs £13,000

  22-12-2024 18:39 via metro.co.uk
  
  Ronan and Storm Keating flew their pets back to Australia for Christmas in style (Picture: Instagram)Fans have defended Ronan Keating after he and wife Storm flew their pets home for Christmas via private jet.The Irish musician, 47, and his TV producer wife, 43, were reunited with their cat and dog this weekend after their journey via K9 Jets.Having moved to Australia earlier this year with his family, Ronan used the luxury jet company to bring his fur babies back for the holiday season followi
  
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• Snow maps reveal what parts of UK will be blanketed as Met Office issues White Christmas update

  22-12-2024 18:36 via mirror.co.uk
  
  As Britain settles in for the busy Christmas period, the Met Office has told people what weather they can expect on the big day and where will be hit by snow
  
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• Terrifying night time phenomenon makes body freeze and 1 in 3 of us will experience it

  22-12-2024 18:34 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Sleep paralysis, or the phenomenon of waking up and being unable to move, is more common than you might think - and can be a truly terrifying experience
  
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• Met Police in terror warning after slaughter at Magdeburg Christmas market in Germany

  22-12-2024 18:28 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Police bosses in the UK say information from the public has helped stop 'over 40 terrorist plots' as they warned of the threat this Christmas following the deadly Magdeburg attack
  
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• The towns with the MOST barbers as Britain is hit by explosion of high street salons - use our interactive map to see where your area ranks

  22-12-2024 18:27 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Across England and Wales, with its population of 60,854,727, there are now 44,995 barber shops and salons - one for every 1,352 people on average.
  
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• Oscar Pistorius 'wants to become a father and get married' after beginning relationship with Reeva Steenkamp doppelganger after being released from prison for murdering the model

  22-12-2024 18:20 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: The shamed Paralympian, 38, has begun a relationship with millionaire's daughter Rita Greyling, 33, and locals say the Blade Runner has fallen head over heels for the business executive.
  
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• British backpackers hospitalised after norovirus outbreak at holiday hotspot

  22-12-2024 18:18 via metro.co.uk
  
  Cora O’Mara (right) and her friend Sophie Silk were both struck down by the highly infectious bug (Picture: Cora O’Mara)Two British backpackers were hospitalised after a norovirus outbreak has swept through parts of Thailand.Cora O’Mara and Sophie Silk, two friends from Essex, were staying in Ko Pha Ngan island in Thailand when they caught the virus and needed hospital treatment.The backpacker duo have taken to TikTok to document the rapid spread of the highly infectious disea
  
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• Keir Starmer 'had no plan' after taking office and his government is already defined by 'drift and dysfunction', insiders claim

  22-12-2024 18:16 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A searing analysis of the PM's struggles during his first months in office has been published a left-leaning commentator, quoting cabinet members' frustrations.
  
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• Family's fury as drunk driving teen who killed three and left beloved grandchild disabled commits shocking act

  22-12-2024 18:12 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A teenager has been left permanently disabled in a horror drunk-driving crash that killed three of his friends after he endured 11 surgeries and still can't use his left arm.
  
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• ‘I went into labour during Christmas dinner and gave birth just hours later’

  22-12-2024 18:04 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Harriet Knock, 26, gave birth to baby Joey on Christmas Day after starting labor while cooking Christmas dinner, two bites into her Christmas dinner she knew she needed to get to the hospital
  
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• What Enzo Maresca told Chelsea squad after 0-0 draw with Everton

  22-12-2024 18:01 via metro.co.uk
  
  Enzo Maresca after Chelsea’s 0-0 draw with Everton (Picture: Getty)Enzo Maresca has revealed what he told his Chelsea players after their frustrating 0-0 draw with Everton.The title-chasing Blues, who have scored more goals than any other Premier League team this season, were held to a goalless draw at Goodison Park on Sunday afternoon.A victory would have taken Chelsea one point above current leaders Liverpool ahead of their clash with Tottenham later in the day but Maresca’s side
  
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• Stunning photos of mammoth ice palaces and snow sculptures in -25C temperatures at Chinese festival

  22-12-2024 18:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Harbin Ice and Snow festival, based in Heilongjiang, China, is home to extreme cold weather, which formed unique ice shapes - therefore explaining the -25°C temperatures.
  
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• Gavin and Stacey cast’s biggest transformations since first episode 17 years ago

  22-12-2024 18:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  It’s been nearly two decades since Gavin and Stacey first came to TV (Picture: PA Wire)The countdown is on until Gavin and Stacey concludes forever (sob) on its 2024 Christmas special.It has been five long years since the comedy was last on our screens, leaving fans with a cliffhanger with an unanswered proposal after Nessa (Ruth Jones) popped the question to Smithy (James Corden).But it has been a whole 17 years (gasp!) since the beloved BBC sitcom first aired – and a whole lo
  
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•  Actor who played beloved children’s TV character dies age 55

  22-12-2024 18:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  David Carling has died at age 55 (Picture: ust Giving/HIT Entertainment/DHX Media)David Carling who starred in children’s TV series Fireman Sam as Station Officer Steele has died at the age of 55.A source confirmed to The Sun: ‘David died earlier this month. It’s terrible news and very sad for everyone who knew him. He was lovely to work with and a true professional.’The actor died on December 10, just days before Christmas with his wife Amber and their daughters.The act
  
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• Full list of postcodes most at risk of burglary this Christmas revealed

  22-12-2024 17:59 via metro.co.uk
  
  Christmas can be a popular time for burglaries (Picture: Getty)Someone could be preparing a trip to your home this Christmas – and it’s not just Santa coming down the chimney.The festive season can be a busy time for burglaries, with thieves hoping to find expensive gifts under the tree or families away visiting relatives leaving an empty house.But is there anywhere in the UK that should be particuarly concerned?For the residents of County Down, it’s good news, as they had the
  
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• Smuggled baby gorilla found stuffed inside a crate at airport

  22-12-2024 17:58 via metro.co.uk
  
  The endangered baby gorilla was found at Istanbul Airport, on its way to Thailand (Picture: Turkish Ministry of Trade/Anadolu via Getty Images)A smuggled baby gorilla was discovered inside a small wooden crate at Istanbul Airport in Turkey.The endangered animal was part of a cargo shipment from Nigeria that was on its way to Bangkok in Thailand.
  Custom enforcement teams from Turkey’s Ministry of Trade had tracked the shipment as part of efforts to protect wildlife and natural habitats.
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• Brits on death row: Full list of UK citizens facing Christmas with lives on line in foreign jails

  22-12-2024 17:57 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The death penalty remains a reality in several parts of the world, with countries like Indonesia, India, and the US continuing to carry out capital punishment for serious crimes
  
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• Ethan Slater's crushed ex-wife seen for first time since revealing humiliation at way actor betrayed her for Ariana Grande

  22-12-2024 17:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Lilly Jay was seen for the first time since breaking silence on her ex-husband Ethan Slater's romance with his Wicked co-star Ariana Grande.
  
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• Marcus Wareing reveals how to make perfectly crispy roast potatoes every time

  22-12-2024 17:55 via metro.co.uk
  
  Roasties are the star of the show at Christmas (Picture: Getty Images)Whether it’s a casual Sunday lunch, or a full on Christmas dinner, there’s one thing that’s certain – golden roast potatoes are the star of the show.But getting them perfectly crispy on the outside and lovely and fluffy on the inside can be a bit of a challenge.Thankfully, an expert has shared his top cooking tip ahead of December 25 to ensure your festive feast is as tasty as possible.Marcus Wareing,
  
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• Fashion chain owned by H&M launches closing down sale - see the full list of stores set to shut

  22-12-2024 17:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The company describes itself as the 'antidote to boredom' with its collections 'guided by contemporary youth culture' to 're-imagine young femininity'.
  
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• Family's fury over drunk driving teen that left grandchild disabled after crash that killed three friends

  22-12-2024 17:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A teenager has been left permanently disabled in a horror drunk-driving crash that killed three of his friends after he endured 11 surgeries and still can't use his left arm.
  
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• Michael Owen slams ‘stupid’ Manchester United star after shocking 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth

  22-12-2024 17:39 via metro.co.uk
  
  Michael Owen was disappointed by Manchester United’s performance (Pictures: Getty)Michael Owen said Manchester United were simply ‘not a good team’ after they suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth and described one player as ‘stupid’.Ruben Amorim’s side were booed off at Old Trafford as they were well-beaten by Bournemouth for the second year in a row and lost for the third time in four league games.The defeat means Manchester United will be just 13th
  
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• Woman, 35, charged with murder of ‘sweet’ boy, 5, found dead in home

  22-12-2024 17:26 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Claire Button, 35, from South Ockendon in Thurrock, Essex, has been charged with the murder of five-year-old Lincoln Button after she was discharged from hospital and questioned
  
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• Davina McCall reveals ‘crusty’ scars a month on from shock brain surgery

  22-12-2024 17:21 via metro.co.uk
  
  To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5 video Up NextPrevious PageNext PageDavina McCall has shown off her impressive scars after needing to get a benign tumour removed from her brain last month.The TV presenter underwent a craniotomy on November 15 after a random health check discovered the mass.She has been sharing updates through her partner Michael Douglas but returned to social media herself earlier this mont
  
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• Rose Ayling-Ellis’ absence from Strictly special ‘revealed’ after historic Giovanni Pernice partnership

  22-12-2024 17:17 via metro.co.uk
  
  Rose Ayling-Ellis made history when she and Giovanni Pernice won Strictly in 2021 (Picture: PA)Strictly Come Dancing fans were left scratching their heads after Rose Ayling-Ellis failed to appear in the show’s 20th anniversary special last night.The former EastEnders actress, 30, made history in 2021 when she became the first-ever deaf contestant to appear on the BBC programme, going on to lift the Glitterball Trophy with Giovanni Pernice, 34.However, while Rose and Giovanni’s partn
  
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• Chef gives definitive answer to whether Yorkshire puddings are part of Christmas dinner

  22-12-2024 17:17 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Top gastropub chef Karl Green has strong opinions about what's included in your December 25 lunch - do you agree?
  
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