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• Is Oscar Pistorius so sick he wanted to find a lookalike?: Scathing question from Reeva's sister as he dates woman eerily similar to lover he blasted to death - and she's not the only one turning on him...

  21-12-2024 02:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Truly, this was a year that began on a high for killer Oscar Pistorius. January saw the former Olympic hero's release on parole from prison after serving eight-and-a-half years for the murder of his girlfriend.
  
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• Child murderers and rapists could be spared death penalty under plans drawn up for one of Biden's final acts

  21-12-2024 08:22 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  President Joe Biden may possibly commute sentences for 40 death row inmates - including child killers and bombers - as a final act of his time in the White Office.
  
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• Horror as female police officer is allegedly attacked with a sword while responding to a 'domestic disturbance' at a home in Port Augusta

  21-12-2024 08:09 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Police were called to the home in South Australia on Saturday morning after reports of a domestic disturbance.
  
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• Government apologises for 'offensive' NHS anti-smoking poster featuring Sikh man

  21-12-2024 08:05 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The government have released an apology after launching an 'offensive' NHS poster featuring a Sikh man whilst urging the public to quit smoking. 
  
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• What the Outnumbered cast have been doing since the last episode 8 years ago 

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  It’s hard to believe the Outnumbered children are now all grown up (Picture: BBC/Hat Trick Productions/Adam Lawrence)Outnumbered fans have been waiting a long eight years to be reunited with the Brockman family.But they are officially coming back for a one-off Christmas special that will air on Boxing Day on the BBC.The sitcom first aired in 2007 and followed fllustered parents Hugh Dennis as Pete Brockman and Claire Skinner as Sue Brockman juggling family life with running
  
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• Our Place launches huge sale on miniature version of the bestselling Always Pan – and more

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  This sale couldn’t have happened at a better time – bargain Our Place cookware anyone? (Picture: Metro/Our Place/Getty)
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  Our Place took over the kitchenware category by storm when it launched the bestselling Always Pan circa 2019. 
  
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• ‘It’s just a bit of DNA’: The reality of being an egg donor in your 20s

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Young women still face social stigma when they become egg donors‘I’m not using them – I’m literally just flushing them away,’ says Katie Higgins, when asked why she chose to donate her eggs.It was by chance that Katie, who was then 28, first considered egg donation when she glanced up at a billboard and saw an advert for the London Egg Bank. ‘I’ve always felt enthusiastic about helping people,’ she says. At the time, Katie was working as a pr
  
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• Crystal Palace vs Arsenal: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injuries

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Declan Rice missed Arsenal’s midweek Carabao Cup clash (Picture: Getty)Arsenal faced a quick turnaround before another clash with Crystal Palace in the Premier League later today.The Gunners booked their place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals on Wednesday as a Gabriel Jesus hat-trick fired them to a 3-2 win over Palace at the Emirates.And both sides are at it again – this time at Selhurst Park on Saturday afternoon – with both hoping to build on their impressive league form in r
  
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• Coronation Street confirms unexpected twist for Gail in spoiler video as Audrey breaks big news

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5 video Up NextPrevious PageNext PageA new Coronation Street spoiler video reveals heartbreak for Gail Rodwell (Helen Worth) at her leaving party, when mum Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) drops a huge bombshell.It’s set to be an emotional week for fans of the ITV soap as we bid farewell to stalwart Gail after a whopping 50 years on the cobbles.Helen’s tenure is an incredible achievement
  
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• Aldi customers have just days to snag £100 off their Christmas shop

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Aldi shoppers should keep hold of their receipts this month (Picture: Getty Images)Christmas is nearly here, which means it’s time to start preparing for the big festive food shop.And if Aldi is your go-to supermarket, you’ll want to keep hold of your receipt – as it could win you back your money.From Sunday, December 1 the German retailer began its Big Advent Giveaway, offering UK shoppers the opportunity to be paid back for the cost of their Christmas shopping.Each day so fa
  
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• Alan Shearer’s Premier League predictions including Tottenham vs Liverpool

  21-12-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Alan Shearer previews another big weekend of action for Metro.co.ukAfter some exciting midweek Carabao Cup action the Premier League takes centre stage once more with some big clashes to look forward to this weekend.
  As ever, Betfair Ambassador Alan Shearer previews the action for Metro.co.ukAston Villa v Man City Pep Guardiol;a suffered another defeat last weekendMan City’s bad run doesn’t look like ending with the way the result went for them last weekend. Obviously, they’re
  
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• Wife's incredible surprise for Navy husband after he returns from two-year deployment

  21-12-2024 07:55 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The wife of a US Navy aviator gave him the surprise of a lifetime after he came home to western Kentucky from a more than two-year-long deployment.
  
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• Senate passes stopgap funding bill to avert government shutdown after missing midnight deadline

  21-12-2024 07:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A partial government shutdown went into effect at 12:01am Saturday morning after Congress failed to pass a stopgap bill in time.
  
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• Woman says key action at 3am is foolproof way to get a good night's sleep

  21-12-2024 07:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A woman's 'unusual' sleep habit has sparked debate on social media – as users try to figure out whether it's a good idea or will make you sleepier in the long run
  
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• Grampians National Park: Aussies told to 'leave now' as out-of-control bushfires rip through national park

  21-12-2024 07:13 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A fast-growing fire in Victoria's Grampians National Park razed 28,000 hectares by Saturday morning despite firefighters best efforts to battle the blaze overnight.
  
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• Adorable puppies that look like polar bears found dumped in carrier bag

  21-12-2024 07:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Three puppies will get the Christmas they deserve after being dumped in a carrier bag and left for dead - as they're all finally on their way to loving new homes
  
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• Shocking moment a shark feasts on a crocodile just metres away from shocked beach-goers

  21-12-2024 06:54 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The shocking moment a bull shark began feasting on a crocodile just metres from the shoreline has been captured by terrified beach-goers.
  
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• Partial shutdown ushered in as Congress fails to pass stopgap funding bill in time

  21-12-2024 06:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A partial government shutdown went into effect at 12:01am Saturday morning after Congress failed to pass a stopgap bill in time.
  
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• Tragedy as woman drowns at Werri Beach on the NSW South Coast

  21-12-2024 06:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A woman has been pulled from the water unconscious at a beach on the NSW South Coast just days before Christmas.
  
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• ‘I loved my time at Chelsea but begged to leave Arsenal after just three months’

  21-12-2024 06:30 via metro.co.uk
  
  The player had mixed fortunes at Chelsea and Arsenal (Picture: Getty)A player who won two Premier League titles at Chelsea has revealed he begged to leave Arsenal after just three months.Brazilian winger Willian established himself as one of the best players in the Premier League during his seven-year spell at Stamford Bridge, winning two league titles as well as the FA Cup, League Cup and Europa League.Willian was a key player for a successful Chelsea team, reaching double digits in four of hi
  
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• UK weather maps reveal where Brits to see snow this weekend as Met Office issues warning

  21-12-2024 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The WXCharts weather maps show a chilly blast will dump snow across parts of the UK with as much as between 15cm and 20cm expected to fall in northern regions of the country
  
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• Ten-second exercise helps tired eyes and improves circulation

  21-12-2024 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  When you start to notice the signs of tired, overworked eyes, a simple trick could help to relax your eye muscles and reduce tension
  
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• Russell Grant's Horoscopes as Scorpio sets long-term goals

  21-12-2024 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Today's horoscopes for Saturday, December 21, will see Capricorn reflect on their New Year's resolutions, while Leo introduces new routines into their daily life.
  
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• New '£1.49' Aldi change to be rolled out as of December 30

  21-12-2024 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The budget retailer confirmed the news earlier this week
  
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• Experts say avoid one takeout meal to boost energy and lose weight

  21-12-2024 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Experts have explained why people who frequently eat one food often feel sluggish, even without overeating.
  
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• Boots shoppers no longer need foundation after discovering £11 bronzing drops

  21-12-2024 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  People say they don't need to wear makeup due to the complexion-enhancing item, which delivers 'the best tan'
  
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• Mum "lucky to be alive" shares heart wrenching family phone call before being put in five week coma

  21-12-2024 05:38 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Jan Ehtash, 60, had to be put into a medically induced coma on Christmas Eve after suffering from severe breathing difficulties due to Covid-19 but she made a miraculous recovery and now feels "lucky to be alive"
  
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• Major update in assault case after wild video showed weatherman's son in confrontation with elderly couple

  21-12-2024 05:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The son of an Ohio meteorologist admitted in court he assaulted an elderly couple in a parking lot after a wild cell phone video shot by the couple's daughter caught him in the act.
  
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• Senile Biden's insult to families of Marines murdered in disastrous Afghan withdrawal

  21-12-2024 05:17 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Biden was previously slammed for checking his watch during the dignified transfer ... now DailyMail.com can reveal his other act of disrespect that left the families disgusted.
  
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• 89p viral Dubai chocolate bar ingredient can help weight loss goals and reduce cholesterol

  21-12-2024 05:04 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Have you ever tried the TikTok viral Dubai chocolate bar?
  
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