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• Little-known holiday destination offers five-star luxury 'cheaper than Mediterranean getaway'

  03-01-2025 23:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Travellers might be able to get the best of both world with an “affordable high-end getaway” in a lesser known holiday spot
  
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• UK health warning as certain group of people at high risk of heart attacks and strokes this weekend

  03-01-2025 22:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Due to plummeting temperatures, people aged 65 and over are particularly vulnerable to heart attacks, strokes, and chest infections, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warned.
  
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• Teenage boy charged with drink driving after car crashed into telegraph pole

  03-01-2025 21:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The car had five people inside when it smashed into the pole
  
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• Great British Bake Off's Paul Hollywood admits health problem 'gets harder every year'

  03-01-2025 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood says he tends to 'put a little weight on' during filming the hit Channel 4 series
  
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• The Traitors' Claudia Winkleman left in tears off-camera over star's banishment

  03-01-2025 19:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC The Traitors host Claudia Winkleman has revealed that one particular banishment left her in tears, and even some of the camera crew were also left weeping
  
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• Dad-of-two dies after horror norovirus outbreak on P&O cruise ship

  03-01-2025 19:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alan Forster fell gravely ill two weeks into a cruise with his wife
  
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• Rovers recall midfielder Garrett

  03-01-2025 18:51 via bbc.com
  
  Blackburn midfielder Jake Garrett has been recalled from his loan spell with League One side Bristol Rovers.
  
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• The Edward Colston Statue still standing in Bristol revealed - Express

  03-01-2025 18:25
  The Edward Colston Statue still standing in Bristol revealed  Express
  
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• Portsmouth sign Robins defender Atkinson on loan

  03-01-2025 18:24 via bbc.com
  
  Portsmouth sign Bristol City centre-back Rob Atkinson on loan until the end of the season.
  
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• Ilona Maher set to make Bristol Bears debut in front of record crowd

  03-01-2025 18:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The American star will make her debut on Sunday in front of a record crowd
  
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• Martin Kemp's brother Gary 'fell apart' in therapy as he makes candid health admission

  03-01-2025 18:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Gary Kemp has opened up on his mental health and how he sought therapy to help him cope with the grief of losing his parents, as well as the anxiety he felt from the 24-hour news cycle
  
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• You really need to eat more of this food — it's not protein

  03-01-2025 17:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  So-called health and nutrition 'experts' have been taking to social media in their droves to tell you what you're eating too much (or too little) of
  
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• ‘Powerful’ BAFTA-winning BBC series with 96% Rotten Tomatoes score now available to binge

  03-01-2025 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This BBC drama is a star-studded short series that's well-deserving of more recognition - and it's all on BBC iPlayer just waiting to be binged this winter
  
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• Tributes paid as head rugby coach dies suddenly

  03-01-2025 17:28 via bbc.com
  
  Steve 'Barrel' Worrall MBE passed away on Thursday 2 January, his club has announced.
  
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• Drivers warned never to use 'dangerous' hack to de-ice windscreen - and what to do instead

  03-01-2025 17:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A cold snap is on the way for much of the UK, with widespread warnings for snow and ice in place over the coming days - but a viral hack to de-ice your windscreen could cause damage
  
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• 241 drink and drug drive arrests made in December operation

  03-01-2025 17:01 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Hundreds of motorists across Avon and Somerset were arrested during December after being found to be over the limit for alcohol and/or drugs. Avon and Somerset Police made 241 arrests for driving under the influence of drink and/or drugs as part of Operation Limit, a national policing operation aimed at reducing fatal and serious Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs) and protecting road users during…
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• 'I'm a cardiologist – you must remove six foods from your diet to prevent heart disease'

  03-01-2025 16:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Lauren Baldwin said that specific foods should be avoided at all costs in order to prevent the development of heart disease, including one surprising, and very popular, snack
  
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• Multiple arrests in Taunton in shoplifting crackdown 

  03-01-2025 16:50 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A proactive police operation in Taunton town centre has led to the arrest of six prolific offenders: Taunton Neighbourhood Policing Team’s recent crackdown on shoplifting and anti-social behaviour is in response to community concerns. Targeted patrols began in late November and are continuing into the New Year. Yet officers’ work to make Taunton’s streets…
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• Primark's 'really good quality' gym range 'similar to Lululemon' impresses shoppers

  03-01-2025 16:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fashion fans were left amazed by the look and feel of Primark's new 'buttery soft' gym wear, available in a range of stylish shades
  
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• NHS doctor shares little-known cancer warning sign on skin that could be overlooked

  03-01-2025 16:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: With some cancer symptoms hard to pinpoint due to them being attributed to other illnesses, Dr Sarah Jarvis shared the "really important" signs that may require a further check
  
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• Endangered shark spotted on West Country beach

  03-01-2025 16:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's believed the shark had experienced 'significant trauma'
  
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• DWP snow payments set to see many UK households receive extra boost

  03-01-2025 16:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) issues Cold Weather Payments during periods of cold weather
  
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• Key bridge near Bristol city centre to close for two weeks

  03-01-2025 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The day closures on the bridge is to ensure that final adjustments to the lifting systems, allowing boats to pass underneath, and staff training can take place
  
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• Blue fireball Quadrantit meteor display - how to see up to 120 shooting stars an hour this weekend

  03-01-2025 16:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Quadrantid meteor shower is among the strongest and most consistent of the year giving people the chance to see up to 120 meteors every hour on a clear night
  
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• Blue fireball Quadrantid meteor display - how to see up to 120 shooting stars an hour this weekend

  03-01-2025 16:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Quadrantid meteor shower is among the strongest and most consistent of the year giving people the chance to see up to 120 meteors every hour on a clear night
  
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• The beautiful locations where The Traitors is filmed

  03-01-2025 16:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Scottish castle is available for events and weddings
  
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• Bristol woman on “guilt” of transplant that saved son’s life

  03-01-2025 16:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Claire from Bedminster's son Leo was in need of a liver transplant from birth.
  
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• 'World's most beautiful woman's' £275 secret to glowing skin leaves doctor concerned

  03-01-2025 15:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Janaína Prazeres, who was given the title of the most beautiful woman in the world by Playboy, has revealed her unusual skincare secret - but a doctor has warned against it
  
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• Driving instructor shares key road sign that motorists 'never understand'

  03-01-2025 15:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A driving instructor took to TikTok to share advice about a particular road sign that leaves plenty of car owners feeling perplexed – so can you work out what it means?
  
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• ITV Britain's Got Talent star left in hospital after serious eye injury

  03-01-2025 15:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The talent show finalist says the damage to his eyes is likely to cause permanent vision problems
  
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• 'Call 999' if you get 'tingling' sensation in two areas, NHS warns

  03-01-2025 15:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The NHS warns that it could be a sign of a more serious issue
  
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• Air fryer 'litres' warning issued as customers being 'misled'

  03-01-2025 15:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Which? says air fryers advertising can 'sometimes be misleading'
  
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• Robins have to build on home form - Manning

  03-01-2025 14:59 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol City have to "continue building" on a good run at home when they face Derby at Ashton Gate says head coach Liam Manning.
  
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• Dr Hilary Jones shares five tips to avoid winter bugs - including exact amount of sleep

  03-01-2025 14:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Hilary Jones has shared five ways to help avoid winter bugs, such as norovirus, as the cold weather sets in across the UK, and the exact amount of sleep you should be getting
  
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• Professor Tim Spector warns 'cholesterol-busting superfood is not as healthy as believed'

  03-01-2025 14:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nutritionists have previously praised the health benefits of superfood kale, but in a new Netflix documentary, highly-respected health expert Professor Tim Spector has issued a warning
  
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• The Traitors star Claudia Winkleman shares go-to superfood that helps lower cholesterol

  03-01-2025 14:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman is a huge fan of one particular superfood that has the ability to lower cholesterol, however it is one of the only fruits that she eats
  
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• 'Money badly spent' verdict as '£183m cost' of Bristol Beacon refurb revealed

  03-01-2025 14:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol Live readers have been sharing their thoughts on the Bristol Beacon refurbishment and its true cost
  
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• BBC The Traitors cast member reveals painful diagnosis despite 'clear scans'

  03-01-2025 14:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The much loved contestant is on the new series of The Traitors UK
  
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• 'I'm a scientist and there's one exercise everyone should do to ward off diabetes'

  03-01-2025 14:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Researchers said that 'if you only do one strength exercise then this is the one to do'
  
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• Former NatWest bank could become flats

  03-01-2025 14:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Objections to the plans from locals refer to the decreasing number of retail and commercial space
  
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• Poundland reduces £45 Elizabeth Arden beauty cream to just £15 in online exclusive

  03-01-2025 14:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The bargain retailer has slashed the price of several Elizabeth Arden products online, with prices starting from £8 for items that usually cost double figures
  
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• Nasa engineer's four-step trick that defrosts your car windscreen in seconds

  03-01-2025 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Falling temperatures mean the onset of icy car windows which need to be cleared before driving but with time often tight the quicker this can be done the better
  
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• Drivers could face £5,490 bill to pay tax just to drive their car

  03-01-2025 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The changes are part of a government plan to cut emissions
  
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• Bristol winger Ibitoye out for up to six weeks

  03-01-2025 13:55 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol Bears will be without winger Gabriel Ibitoye for up to six weeks with a leg injury.
  
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• Vera star Brenda Blethyn issues blunt three-word response to New Year's honours snub

  03-01-2025 13:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Brenda Blethyn has become one of the UK's most beloved actors thanks to her portrayal of DCI Vera Stanhope and a number of other roles during her five-decade career
  
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• Warning issued to Amazon Fire stick users due to app ‘spying on them’

  03-01-2025 13:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One pop-up message gave permission to hackers to see bank details, messages and passwords of anyone using Amazon devices in one click
  
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• Christmas ends for fake castle with 40,000 lights

  03-01-2025 13:09 via bbc.com
  
  A man from Worle will spend at least a fortnight taking down his elaborate Christmas castle.
  
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• Good Morning Britain viewers fume 'who cares' as Meghan Markle debate sparks uproar

  03-01-2025 13:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Good Morning Britain viewers were not impressed with the ITV show this morning as two guests clashed over the Duchess of Sussex's new Netflix show, With Love, Meghan
  
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• Stockpiling FirstBus single journey tickets for a year still possible - if you’re not an adult

  03-01-2025 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A loophole which allowed passengers to stockpile single journey bus tickets for a year in Bristol remains open as long it's not using adult tickets
  
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• Call the Midwife stars 'gasp' as they insist 'that's never happened' over baby probe

  03-01-2025 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty had a bizarre question for Call the Midwife stars Renee Bailey and Natalie Quarry as they appeared on the show to promote season 14
  
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