All news for 2023-04-24

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This £3 concealer dupe has been flying off the shelves at Wilko thanks to TikTok
Beauty influencers have been raving about the bargain buy - thanks to its 14 hour, transfer and waterproof qualities!
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Dad arrested at home by 5 cops for piercing son's ear violating 'body art law'
Five cops burst into the home of a man in Tontitown, Arkansas, to arrest him for piercing his son's ear. Performing 'body art' in the state on children under 16 is illegal regardless of parental consent
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Woni Spotts claims title of first black woman to visit every country
Woni Spotts is the first black woman to have travelled to every country in the world - but she's had to fight to claim the title despite having verification
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Heart-stopping moment plane bursts into flames after it hits flock of geese
The American Airlines flight caught fire just minutes after takeoff in a bird strike, forcing the pilot to turn back for an emergency landing in Columbus, Ohio
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People feel sick after discovering what the wax on a lemon is made from
Foodies have been left gasping in disbelief after learning what the wax on a lemon is actually made from, and the little-known ingredient is anything but refreshing
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Wilshere progress not going unnoticed as he leads Arsenal to FA Youth Cup final
Ex-Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere hung up his boots aged 31 to pursue a career in coaching and he is making significant progress with the club's promising academy youngsters
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British Airways extends expiry date of Covid vouchers by another 12 months
The vouchers had an expiry date of September 2023 but travellers have now been given an extra 12 months to cash them in - giving them until September 2024
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Millions of Freeview users finally get much-needed BBC channel upgrade this week
It's been a long time coming but millions of UK homes will finally get a BBC High Definition makeover later this week.
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People astonished by woman's hack to remove oil stains from clothes in 'an hour'
The woman shared a 'genius' hack that she claims will banish oil stains from clothing in just 'one hour' - and people can't believe they didn't already know about it
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Customers rave about award-winning moisturiser that is 'worth every penny'
"I’ve just started using it and have been stopped twice and asked what I’m using because both said my skin looks so healthy and glowing"
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Jonas Brothers set to play at Capital Summertime Ball as line-up announced
Capital has announced its first headliners for the Summertime Ball and global superstars the Jonas Brothers are taking to the stage along with some very exciting artists
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Vincent Kompany doubles down on stance amid Chelsea and Tottenham interest
Vincent Kompany has led Burnley back into the Premier League just one season after they were relegated from the top flight, but the Belgian is being linked elsewhere
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'I destroyed marriage in 48 hours with DNA testing kit - kids won't speak to me'
A man has taken to Reddit to share how he made his son take a paternity test because he doesn't look a thing like him - and now he believes he's not his biological father
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Michail Antonio fires Liverpool warning as West Ham hunt Premier League safety
West Ham have managed to haul themselves away from the relegation zone with their victory over Bournemouth and are aiming to secure their top-flight status as they take on Liverpool in midweek
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Ten Hag has made feelings clear on Gravenberch as Liverpool agree contract terms
Liverpool want to sign Ryan Gravenberch from Bayern Munich in the summer transfer window, a year after the former Ajax midfielder was linked with a move to Man Utd
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Rishi Sunak may have broken two rules in MPs code in row over wife's shares
The Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards has extended an investigation into the Prime Minister over over his alleged failure to declare his wife's interests in a childcare firm boosted by the Budget
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Period pad biodegrades within just 30 days - after being flushed down the toilet
Fluus developed the product which can regenerated into biogas and fertiliser - and is 15% more absorbent than leading market sanitary items
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Terrifying moment Ukrainian drone explodes over Russian naval port in Crimea
Sevastopol in Crimea was "put on alert" after a Ukrainian drone was shot down one week after Russia announced it would be stepping up nuclear war games in the Pacific
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Love Island villa undergoes major revamp with brand new eco-friendly element
Work is underway to get the Love Island villa TV ready for the summer series, with new photos showing solar panels installed nearby, to make the show environmentally friendly
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British Paralympian opens up about obstacles in sport after 77th marathon run
Team GB star Richard Whitehead, who was born without both legs, shares the struggles he faced finding opportunities in sport - despite his current incredible successes
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Arsenal have 'serious' concerns over Saliba injury amid long-term lay-off fears
William Saliba's injury continues to plague Arsenal's stuttering Premier League title charge, with the centre-back still out of action after six weeks on the sidelines
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Strictly's Anton Du Beke pays heartfelt tribute to 'wonderful' Len Goodman
Anton Du Beke has paid tribute to his friend and former Strictly co-star Len Goodman, who has died aged 78, describing him as a "thoughtful man" who lived a "fascinating life".
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Man killed by his own brother's dog as owner appears in court
Gary Stevens appeared in court charged with being the person in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death, after his dog mauled and killed his younger brother Wayne Stevens at a home in Derby
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'I want to tell teen her biological dad is a sperm donor - he won't forgive me'
A mum has shared her dilemma over how to tell her daughter about how she was conceived - with her ex-husband demanding it is kept a secret
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'Terrifying' moment man gets stuck at the top of the UK's biggest rollercoaster
Jordan Slater was on a day out with his friend when they decided to ride Blackpool's famous The Big One for a second time - but found themselves trapped hundreds of feet in the air