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• 'My colleague has picked distasteful name for their baby – it's not fair on the child'

  16-04-2025 16:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A woman has taken to social media to voice her concerns about her coworker's choice of name for his newborn daughter, as she claims it's 'distasteful' and will 'affect her future'
  
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• Guilty verdict for offenders who helped convicted murderers

  15-12-2025 18:38 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A number of people have been found guilty of assisting the offenders who murdered Max Dixon and Mason Rist last year. During the trial, which started on Monday 17 November, the jury was told how the defendants – Dominic Smith, Ellie-Mae Maddocks, Marcus Williams and Jillian Tolliver – aided the convicted murderers who fatally stabbed Max, aged 16, and Mason, aged 15, in Knowle on 27 January…
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• Hit and run driver left motorcyclist seriously injured near Bristol Airport

  15-12-2025 18:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A motorcyclist was seriously injured
  
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• Coyote Ugly brawl leaves people in hospital

  15-12-2025 17:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested following the incident
  
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• Dehumidifier placement mistake that stops it removing damp and drying clothes

  15-12-2025 16:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dehumidifiers can be a game-changer for drying clothes indoors and dealing with condensation and mould, but only if used correctly
  
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• CCTV appeal to trace blue car after fail-to-stop collision near Bristol Airport

  15-12-2025 16:56 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We are releasing CCTV footage of a blue car we wish to trace following a fail-to-stop collision on the A38 in North Somerset. A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a collision with a car at about 6.10pm in Bridgwater Road, near Felton, on Sunday 14 December. She remains in hospital at this time. The driver left the scene prior to police attendance. We are renewing our…
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• Second arrest made after 'homophobic' attacks in Castle Park

  15-12-2025 16:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'There's absolutely no place for hate crime in our city'
  
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• Second arrest made as investigation continues in Castle Park assaults

  15-12-2025 16:23 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A second arrest has been made as enquiries continue at pace into a series of assaults on men in a Bristol city centre park. On Friday night (12 December), a 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault. He has been released on conditional bail while enquiries continue. We now believe a fifth incident is linked to the series, with all the incidents occurring in Castle Park between…
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• Director Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead in Los Angeles home

  15-12-2025 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Rob and Michele Reiner were the two people found dead Sunday at a Los Angeles home owned by Reiner, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the investigation
  
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• Brits spending average £110 on second-hand Christmas gifts for two key reasons

  15-12-2025 16:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A recent survey of 2,000 Christmas shoppers shows Brits are set to spend an average of £110 on second-hand gifts this festive season
  
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• Woman in tears as husband hands her strange box as 'early Christmas present'

  15-12-2025 16:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A woman was left in tears after her husband handed her a wriggling box as an early Christmas present - and she couldn't believe what was inside
  
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• Food myths leave Brits confused over Type 2 diabetes dietary needs

  15-12-2025 16:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A new survey has found that many people with Type 2 diabetes feel self-conscious about their dietary needs during the festive season
  
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• Octopus Energy announces bill cuts for all customers from April

  15-12-2025 15:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Octopus Energy has announced it will automatically pass on government policy savings to all customers from 1st April
  
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• Eight winter walking personalities identified in UK survey - which one are you?

  15-12-2025 15:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A survey of 2,000 winter walkers found eight common personalities including the Social Stroller and Scenic Snapper - take the quiz to find yours
  
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• Vital items drivers need to be safe on the road in rain and snow over Christmas

  15-12-2025 15:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Heading out on the road unprepared could ruin the Christmas period
  
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• New licensing laws to come in for these pets in 2026

  15-12-2025 15:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You could get a fine or be sent to prison if you don't comply with the rules
  
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• Influencer 'Big John' Fisher gives honest verdict on Spanish Christmas dish

  15-12-2025 14:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The social media star, known for his love of Chinese takeaways, has combined Spanish and classic British festive dishes - and he's given his verdict on the results
  
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• UK snow maps turn white as 12 towns braced for flurries this week

  15-12-2025 14:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Snow maps show parts of Scotland could see snowfall on Friday, December 19, with several towns set to be blanketed
  
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• Cutting screen time will be one of biggest resolutions in 2026

  15-12-2025 14:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People weant to prioritise real life experiences, new research shows
  
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• Vet names food she'd never give to her dog as cases soar

  15-12-2025 14:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Kirsten Ronngren said the danger is 'hiding in plain sight'
  
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• Amazon showed film with sex and drugs when children tried to watch PG movie

  15-12-2025 14:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The woman had tried to put on Diary of a Wimpy Kid but instead got a 15 film with 'strong sex'
  
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• Police update on Kingswood crash after person seriously injured

  15-12-2025 14:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A car crashed into parked cars and a garden wall
  
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• Expert says 'look for spots' as electric blankets create problem

  15-12-2025 13:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  James Rhoades says you need to make sure you hit 60C
  
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• Autistic 25-year-old jumped to his death after arguing with support worker on holiday

  15-12-2025 13:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An inquest in his death has concluded today.
  
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• Primark fan 'needs to visit' after spotting 'gorgeous' £8 top with 'cinch waist'

  15-12-2025 13:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A new Primark top has gone viral online, and shoppers love the stylish design
  
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• South West to brace for more bad weather as fresh 14-hour rain warning issued

  15-12-2025 13:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Yet another bout of wet weather is on the way
  
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• Six travel rule changes you need to know about before next holiday

  15-12-2025 13:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  From passport and EHIC updates to new charges and new EU regulations
  
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• Lidl is only selling 500 bottles of 'perfect' Christmas Day wine

  15-12-2025 13:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The supermarket is launching a limited-edition rosé that pairs perfectly with Christmas dinner
  
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• 'Perfect' Lynx Africa gift set with 'three items' is now £8 at Home Bargains

  15-12-2025 13:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Home Bargains shoppers can save on the gift set ahead of Christmas
  
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• Former smokers face higher heart attack risk over new habit

  15-12-2025 12:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People that move from cigarettes to e-cigarettes may have face a doubled risk of heart attack
  
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