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• Man dies following A38 collision last month

  14-04-2025 14:28 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A motorcyclist has died following a collision in North Somerset last month. Emergency services were called to the A38 at Barrow Gurney after a collision between a car and a motorbike at about 4.30pm on Monday 31 March. The motorcyclist, who was a man in his 40s, was taken to hospital where sadly he died on Wednesday 9 April. A specially trained officer is providing the man’s family…
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• Elderly woman declared dead 'comes back to life' inside body bag on way to funeral

  24-04-2025 01:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Staff were horrified to find she was alive and moving her fingers
  
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• Long-life expert says doing this for 20 minutes a day can add three years to your life

  24-04-2025 00:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dan Buettner has made his name looking at factors which make people live longer
  
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• CBB's Angellica Bell breaks down in tears after Patsy Palmer moment as fans spot feud

  23-04-2025 23:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Celebrity Big Brother star Angellica Bell was left in tears after a touching moment with Patsy Palmer, with viewers later accusing the pair of feuding off-screen
  
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• Amazon Prime set to pull drama dubbed 'best show on Earth' from streamer in just a few days

  23-04-2025 18:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The American teen drama that originally aired from 2005 to 2008, is set to be removed from Amazon Prime Video at the end of the month
  
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• Nutritionist says never ignore seven gut symptoms - it could be a warning sign

  23-04-2025 17:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Chloe Williams, a registered nutritionist, has shared a list of gut-related symptoms that you should never ignore - as they could be a warning sign of something more serious
  
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• Bristol Cannabis Club says 420 event 'doesn't represent the community in any way'

  23-04-2025 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We are shocked how it's been taken over by free party sound system crews"
  
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• Wife pays tribute to bricklayer husband crushed to death under wall while working with his son

  23-04-2025 16:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Paul Oakley was fatally injured after being asked to dismantle and rebuild a stone wall
  
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• M&S joins in 'Dubai chocolate' trend with 'irresistible' £8 bar

  23-04-2025 16:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new product, is a revamp of the original Big Daddy chocolate bar, which was a huge hit with shoppers last year
  
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• Motorcyclist suffers multiple leg fractures in Whitehall hit-and-run crash

  23-04-2025 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The driver of the car left the injured biker in agony
  
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• West of England refuses to reveal number of complaints about e-scooters and ridership

  23-04-2025 16:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Since the contract to run the scooters switched, riders have often complained
  
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• Fitness expert swears by 10 subtle changes which can be game-changer for weight loss

  23-04-2025 16:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A fitness instructor has shared the ultimate guide to weight loss. Some of the advice is very easy to follow and doesn't involve giving up your favourite things
  
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• Experts say drinking coffee has key impact on your blood pressure

  23-04-2025 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The British Heart Foundation estimates that around 14.4 million people in the UK have high blood pressure, making it a common condition, particularly among older adults
  
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• Driver attacked by motorbike gang after chase ends in taxi crash

  23-04-2025 15:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was chased and beaten up by bikers
  
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• Jack P. Shepherd's co-star says he 'needs to know one thing' straight after CBB exit

  23-04-2025 15:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Celebrity Big Brother contestant and Coronation Street star Jack P. Shepherd will finally be able to catch up on events from the outside world when the 2025 series comes to an end on Friday
  
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• Drivers face full M4 bridge closures within days with 'plan your journey' warning

  23-04-2025 15:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The major route will be closed overnight at the end of the month
  
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• Turkey travel alert as UK Foreign Office changes guidance

  23-04-2025 15:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many people from the UK visit Turkey each year
  
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• Appeal after fail-to-stop collision in Bristol

  23-04-2025 15:08 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A motorcyclist sustained significant injuries in a fail-to-stop collision in Bristol last month. We are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage that could help our ongoing enquiries into the collision that happened on Monday 10 March. It occurred at about 4-4.30pm at the traffic lights junction between Whitehall Road and Gordon Road. The collision involved a car that was described as a…
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• Three rescued from seventh floor of Bristol tower block after fire

  23-04-2025 14:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The casualties were treated by paramedics
  
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• Celebrity Big Brother's Jack P Shepherd leaves housemates stunned with Corrie bombshell

  23-04-2025 14:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jack P Shepherd had his fellow housemates in hysterics after making a confession about his Coronation Street co-star
  
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• Government confirms eight more bank holidays before end of 2025

  23-04-2025 14:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  However, it all depends on where you are in the UK
  
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• Former police officer jailed for causing deaths of four paddleboarders

  23-04-2025 14:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They drowned after being swept over a weir
  
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• Coronation Street star says 'I don't know if we can say' as he shares Jack P Shepherd CBB update

  23-04-2025 14:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Coronation Street actors reflected on the latest goings on in the CBB house as they mused whether their co-star could go all the way in the ITV show
  
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• Rare 'smiley face' planet alignment set for early Friday morning

  23-04-2025 13:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It'll only be visible for around an hour and you'll need to be up early
  
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• Dr Michael Mosley said these four foods may do more harm than good

  23-04-2025 13:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The late expert said some 'healthy' foods are actually not great for us
  
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• Photo captures moment teen on rollercoaster hit in the face by a pigeon while going at 60mph

  23-04-2025 13:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Logan James was left covered in blood and feathers after the impact
  
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• Cardio surgeon says we should stop eating 4 foods to help prevent heart problems

  23-04-2025 13:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A cardio surgeon has shared a list of four foods he refuses to eat to help keep his heart healthy - and it might make you rethink what's on your plate as it could affect your overall health
  
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• Rooftop bar likely coming to Bristol Harbourside after planners U-turn on permission

  23-04-2025 12:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A final decision will be made by councillors next week
  
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• Renewed appeal after sexual assault

  23-04-2025 12:57 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re renewing our appeal for witnesses, footage and other information after a woman was sexually assaulted in Yeovil. It happened at about 9.30pm on Sunday 13 April in Milford Dip, off Milford Road. A man dragged the woman off the path and sexually assaulted her. She was able to break free and run to a nearby house for help. The householders called 999 just before 9.50…
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• Istanbul rocked by multiple earthquakes as people flee buildings

  23-04-2025 12:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Experts say earthquakes of magnitude 6 can cause 'a lot of damage in very populated areas'.
  
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