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• ‘Oti Mabuse’s biggest I’m A Celebrity struggle could be a game-changer’

  17-11-2024 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  How will the Strictly Come Dancing legend fare in the jungle? (Picture: ITV/Rex Features/Shutterstock)I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2024 has finally arrived, and the ITV series boasts one of its most star-studded line-ups to date.The cast includes the likes of Coleen Rooney, Tulisa Contostavlos, Danny Jones and former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Oti Mabuse, whose stint in camp comes after she became a judge on the broadcaster’s other programme Dancing On I
  
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• Keir Starmer plots Italy-style migrant deals with Kurdistan, Turkey and Vietnam in bid to tackle small boat crisis - but minister denies Labour are copying the Tories' Rwanda plan

  17-11-2024 10:02 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The push comes weeks after Sir Keir Starmer met with Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss how to tackle illegal migration.
  
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• Experts reveal how Glastonbury fans can improve chances of getting tickets as anxious revellers eagerly await general sale TODAY

  17-11-2024 10:01 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The music extravaganza on Worthy Farm, Somerset, lasts five days and boasts performances from top global and national artists.
  
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• Why this classic 00s TV show is the ultimate autumn binge-watch

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  The Gilmore Girls has the autumn crown (Picture: Warner Bros/Jessica Friedhoff)Mariah Carey is excellent at any time of the year but there’s something particularly special about her at Christmas, and in a similar vein, Gilmore Girls is a comfort watch in every month, but in autumn, it reaches another level of lure.Fans of the classic 00s TV show have long participated in a seasonal tradition of clicking play on season one, episode one on September 1. But how did the 2000 series become dire
  
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• Why Life Is Strange: Double Exposure is the worst of the series – Reader’s Feature

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Life Is Strange: Double Exposure – the worst one (Square Enix)A fan of the Life Is Strange franchise is disappointed by latest entry Double Exposure and argues it exacerbates all the lingering faults of the series.I find the Life Is Strange series fascinating. I’ve enjoyed the series ever since the first episode of the original Life Is Strange dropped a decade ago, but as much as I appreciate the cosiness and light-heartedness the games can provide in terms of settings and social sit
  
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• Kim blindsides Will with her latest move in Emmerdale – and he makes a serious vow

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  It’s not over yet! (Picture: ITV)The battle between Kim Tate (Claire King) and Will Taylor (Dean Andrews) takes another turn in Emmerdale soon – and neither of them are prepared to give up.Kim and Will’s marriage came to an end earlier this year when Kim was revealed and his blackmailer. She had discovered Will and Dawn’s (Olivia Bromley) mum Rose (Christine Tremarco) had spent the night together and wanted to get revenge.And she did quite the job.The two characters then
  
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• James Bond’s next villain ‘revealed’ as much-loved Hollywood star

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Who will be the next Bond villain? (Picture: Shutterstock/Getty)The big topic of conversation recently has been focused on who will be the next James Bond, but what about the next villain? While Theo James, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Regé-Jean Page, Idris Elba and countless other handsome Hollywood heavyweights battle it out to become the next 007, there is a person lurking in the shadows, just waiting to be the next character we love to hate. With big shoes to fill, including those
  
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• In defence of Gail’s — why the controversial chain has me in a chokehold

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  The bakery chain is expanding across the UK and many people aren’t happy (Picture: Getty Images)If there’s one thing that can divide a group of friends or colleagues, it’s where to get a cup of coffee and a slice of cake from. Regardless of whether you’re a staunch Costa fan, or will only ever buy from an independent cafe, your coffee shop preferences say a lot about you, and others will judge you for your choice.If your choice is Gail’s, you’ll likely be
  
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• Forgotten WWE star unrecognisable after losing two stone for Cirque Du Soleil

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  This Cirque Du Soleil star is better known to WWE fans as Mason Ryan (Picture: Erik Stein)Mason Ryan is living his best life in Cirque du Soleil a decade after leaving WWE and undergoing an incredible transformation.The 42-year-old wrestler, whose real name is Barri Griffiths, grew up in North Wales and caught the eye of the sports entertainment giant 2009 before appearing on TV two years later and working with the likes of John Cena and current SmackDown star Randy Orton.In 2014, he left the co
  
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• Coronation Street teen ‘pushed too far’ as show legend is harmed by ‘nutters’

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  His troublesome background follows him everywhere (Picture: ITV)Coronation Street’s Luca Toolan has been reflecting on the change to his character Mason Radcliffe, and the challenges coming up for his soap alter-ego.When Mason first arrived in Weatherfield, he was involved in a storyline that saw him relentlessly bully Liam Connor (Charlie Wrenshall).After time behind bars, Mason headed back to the cobbles. With help from other residents of the street, he has tried his best to stick on the
  
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• Agonising rumoured Lauren storyline ‘confirmed’ after worrying EastEnders development

  17-11-2024 10:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Lauren has been struggling with her pain (Picture: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)There’s a huge shock in store for Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) in EastEnders next week when she learns that she is pregnant.It’s been quite a traumatic time for the Walford legend after being involved in the Peggy’s nightclub crush earlier in the year. We’ve since seen her struggle with the pain sustained a result of her injuries.To make matters worse, her somewhat erratic behaviour i
  
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• Boy, 9, reported missing after last seen in Fortnite tracksuit and pink crocs

  17-11-2024 09:52 via metro.co.uk
  
  Elijah, nine, was last seen at around 5pm on Saturday (Credits: MEN Media/Greater Manchester Police)An urgent search has been launched for a nine-year-old boy who was last seen in Fortnite tracksuit and pink crocs.Elijah, whose last name has not been given by police, was last seen at around 5pm in Dunoon Close in Heywood, Rochdale on Saturday.Greater Manchester Police has released a picture of the schoolboy and are asking any members of the public with information on his whereabouts to get in to
  
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• Simple finger test to see if you have serious heart or lung problems

  17-11-2024 09:45 via mirror.co.uk
  
  This quick check takes seconds to do and can be one of the subtle signs you're living with a major health problem
  
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• Glastonbury fans ‘nervous’ for general ticket sale after initial 32 minute sell-out

  17-11-2024 09:44 via metro.co.uk
  
  Glastonbury ticket sales are back and more brutal than ever (Picture: Harry Durrant/Getty Images)Glastonbury ticket buying is a bloodbath, with coach tickets for 2025’s festival selling out in half an hour when the first sale opened on Thursday.Now, it’s time for general admission tickets and hopefuls are already queuing for a chance to head to Worthy Farm in June.The legendary music festival played host to Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and SZA in the summer, with all eyes
  
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• Brits warned drying clothes indoors this winter could lead to major health problem

  17-11-2024 09:44 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Brits are being warned against using a common method for drying their clothes in the autumn and winter months, as they may be aware of some serious "hidden dangers"
  
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• Nottingham stabbing: Teenager fighting for life as police launch massive manhunt

  17-11-2024 09:36 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A teenager is fighting for their life after they were stabbed on High Street, near Old Market Square, in Nottingham with a police investigation underway and no arrests yet made
  
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• Locals blast neighbour for building an illegal TREE HOUSE overlooking their homes and fume 'the council are doing nothing'

  17-11-2024 09:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Neighbours say Michael Cairn's wooden outbuilding looks into their homes, some of which sell for £600k, in Clarkston, East Renfrewshire and means they have to constantly close their blinds
  
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• Jon Jones imitates Donald Trump dance in front of president-elect at UFC 309

  17-11-2024 09:26 via metro.co.uk
  
  Jones thanked Trump and handed him his title after the victory (Picture: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC)United States president-elect Donald Trump was cage-side to celebrate with Jon Jones after his knockout victory over Stipe Miocic at UFC 309.Trump is often in attendance when UFC comes to New York and less than two weeks after his presidential election victory over Kamala Harris, was in attendance at the city’s famed Madison Square Garden in the early hours of Sunday morning.The president walked
  
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• David Blunkett falls into Tube station gap as blind ex-Home Secretary in 'enormous pain'

  17-11-2024 09:16 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Former Labour Home Secretary David Blunkett, who is blind, has blasted "death trap" platforms after he fell through the gap while boarding a train at Westminster Station
  
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• Melbourne mother-of-two allegedly stabbed to death in front of three teens in Bayswater by her neighbour is identified

  17-11-2024 09:09 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A Melbourne mother-of-two who was allegedly murdered by her neighbour has been identified as Vicky Van Aken.
  
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• Glastonbury 2025 line-up: full list of artists in the running to headline

  17-11-2024 09:05 via metro.co.uk
  
  Who’s going to be leading the line-up for Glastonbury 2025? (Picture: Jim Dyson/Redferns)Glastonbury might still be months away but with tickets going on sale, discussion has already turned to who is headlining Worthy Farm in 2025.The legendary music festival played host to Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and SZA in the summer, with thousands flocking to Somerset to catch live music.Since then, a lot’s happened in the world of pop that has no doubt shaken things up in the mind of festival organi
  
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• Walking for weight loss: Simple 'burst' method can help you burn 1lb every week

  17-11-2024 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Walking is one of the best forms of exercise for weight loss, and it's free and easy to slot into your daily routine. But if you want to make it even more effective, there are certain techniques you can try
  
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• Coronation Street and EastEnders fans leave us in stitches with the best soap memes of the week

  17-11-2024 09:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  The best soap memes of the week (Picture: Metro.co.uk/X/Reddit/ITV/BBC)In the week where Joel Deering’s (Calum Lill) killer was finally revealed in Coronation Street and Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) and Eve Unwin’s (Heather Peace) relationship fell apart in EastEnders, soap fans have somehow found plenty to laugh about.Last week, Reiss Colwell’s (Jonny Freeman) abduction of Bianca Jackson (Patsy Kensit) managed to throw up some laughs for EastEnders viewers, while Neighbours
  
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• A special souvenir means I’ll never forget my three week road trip in Cuba

  17-11-2024 09:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  The incredible old cars were a highlight (Picture: Lucia Botfield)Cuba conjures up images of classic cars, mojitos and salsa music, but for so long, the island – the largest in the Carribbean – has been somewhat of a question mark for travellers.For decades, it was a mystery. Tourism all but stopped after the revolution in 1959, only to start again in the early 90s, after the collapse of the Soviet Union.It was only eight years ago, that President Obama lifted the travel ban for Amer
  
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• He's in the dog house! How drug dealer ran ecstasy empire from his nan's SHED with pill making equipment stashed in garden of her Essex home - and she had no idea

  17-11-2024 08:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  This is the unassuming wooden shack, ironically labelled the 'dog house', where 31-year-old drug dealer Frankie Lee Watkinson ran his ecstasy empire from.
  
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• Check your change! One of your old 1p coins could be worth £600 -  but there's a catch

  17-11-2024 08:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Brits have been advised to check their penny jars after an old penny from the reign of Queen Victoria was found to be worth thousands more than its original value.
  
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• Fall around the world: From Biden's Air Force One stumble and Putin's ice hockey wipe-out to politician's football fail, the times global leaders just couldn't stay on their feet

  17-11-2024 08:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  From Putin's platform shoes to Trump's red power ties, modern world leaders take great care in making sure they look strong and stable when the cameras are rolling.
  
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• Seconds from death in the jaws of a bear: Moment man is tossed around by ferocious beast in zoo enclosure... before police marksmen save his life

  17-11-2024 08:41 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The $24million Bern Bear Park had been open just a month, when the gruesome attack unfolded in front of horrified onlookers.
  
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• 'I used sun beds for 26 years and had no clue of danger - now I'm battling cancer in 3 areas'

  17-11-2024 08:41 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Nicola McFadden, 42, used sun beds for 26 years and was unaware of the risks until skin cancer was found in several areas of her body after she first noticed a lump on her leg
  
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• Prince Harry 'faces deportation if he lied on his visa application': Trump can remove royal from US if he didn't declare drug-taking, lawyers say

  17-11-2024 08:36 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Beverly Hills attorney Alphonse Provinziano believes the Duke of Sussex could spend the next four years of a Trump presidency battling deportation.
  
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