All news for 2023-05-11

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Children 'in tears' after SATs as teachers and parents slam 'really hard' test
After headteacher Kerry Forrester wrote to her MP demanding "inappropriate" SATs tests for 10 and 11-year-old children are scrapped, more young children have been left in floods of tears
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Easy test for anyone earning less than £60k to check if you're missing any cash
In the latest newsletter from Martin Lewis and the Money Saving Expert team, people who earn less than £60,000 have been urged to carry out a simple ten-minute check to see if they're missing out on any cash
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'Plant-based burgers and sausages could cut your risk of a heart attack'
Dr Miriam Stoppard looks at exciting research coming out of Warwick University that shows certain meat alternatives made from processed soy, wheat, peanut or pea protein could cut your cholesterol
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Trump accused of sexual harassment by White House staff citing 'countless cases'
Alyssa Farah Griffin and Stephanie Grisham, who both worked in communications for the former President, made their accusations after a jury found Trump liable for sexually assaulting writer E. Jean Carroll
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Council threatens to flatten woman's porch and make her pay for the demolition
A woman has been fined for erecting a porch without permission - and now council officials have threatened to flatten the unauthorised structure that she refuses to take down
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Ryan Reynolds gave advice to JJ Watt before he invested in Burnley
NFL icon JJ Watt was inspired by his love for football and the success of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney at Wrexham to invest in Burnley and he received some valuable advice from the Deadpool star
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'I can't stand my flirty flatmate parading around in her underwear'
A reader asks how she can tactfully stop her flatmate flirting with her boyfriend
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FA confirm Wembley plan for Man Utd and Man City fans amid train strike chaos
The FA Cup final was under severe threat because there are no trains running on the 200-mile journey from Manchester to London because of industrial action
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Race Across The World final branded a 'fix' as producers accused of intervening
BBC's Race Across The World has been branded a 'fix' by furious viewers who have accused producers of intervening to help Cathie and Tricia reach the final checkpoint
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Molly-Mae's favourite eyelash serum 'works miracles' for growing your lashes
Love Island star Molly-Mae has shared the eyelash growth serum she loves and it's available at Sephora
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ESPN analyst JJ Redick interviews for NBA head coaching job
The ESPN analyst and former NBA star may be set for a brand new role after he was interviewed for the head coaching job of the 2019 NBA champions after coach was sacked last month
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Fortnite makes players choose between fidelity or ping in baffling new update
Fortnite's latest update has caused significant issues to the PC version of the game, with players forced to pick between fidelity or a stable connection
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Key watering mistake 'causes havoc' and 'hurts' plants, warns gardening expert
Whether your plants live indoors or outdoors it is important to know how best to water and care for them - remembering the guidance may vary depending on whether you live in an area with hard water or soft water
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Brits use whopping 144 litres of water a DAY - with 96 litres used on showering
The average Brit could fill four large wheelie bins a week with the amount of water they use - but predict they use less than half of their actual amount
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Man Utd told they may be making a big mistake with De Gea replacement plan
Dwight Yorke has backed Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea, insisting he remains one of the best in the world and should not be replaced by Erik ten Hag
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Nice boss outlines Sir Jim Ratcliffe plan if Man Utd takeover is successful
Sir Jim Ratcliffe remains firmly in the race to become the next Manchester United owner, with the bidding process set to draw to a close in the coming weeks.
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Trainer of longshot Kentucky Derby winner "quits" over image rights dispute
Rich Strike overcame improbable odds of 80-1 to land the 2022 Kentucky Derby for trainer Eric Reed whose story is due to be the subject of a documentary produced by NFL legend Peyton Manning
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Top Tory says it's not in Brits' 'psyche' to riot over issues like state pension
The DWP Chief Mel Stride also claimed the Tories still have a 'narrow path' to victory at the next general election - despite losing over 1,000 council seats at the local elections last week
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Mum accused of poisoning husband showed 'red flags' in chilling TV chat
Kouri Richins is accused of poisoning her husband, Eric, by slipping a lethal dose of fentanyl into a Moscow mule she made him, the month before her arrest she appeared on local TV to promote her book helping children overcome grief
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Marks and Spencer brings in £120 charge for some dedicated customers
Marks and Spencers after offering more perks to customers who sign up to its premium Sparks Plus scheme - which offers unlimited deliveries, free hot drinks and vouchers
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Greg Norman claims Rory McIlroy is changing his opinion on LIV Golf
One of the biggest storylines surrounding the LIV Golf saga has been the war of words between the breakaway circuit's CEO Greg Norman and PGA Tour poster boy Rory McIlroy.
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Woman 'thrown 40ft across road' after being hit by Sophie Wessex's motorcade
An pedestrian, in her 80s, is fighting for her life after being "thrown 40 feet across the road" according to an onlooker, when she was hit by a police motorbike escorting Sophie Wessex
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Woman backs cannabis-based trial for brain tumours after losing husband at 47
Laura Smallbone was devastated when her husband, Peter, 47, passed away after battling a fast-growing and aggressive brain tumour for 15 months - and now she's backing a new form of treatment
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GTA Online update May 11 2023: The Last Dose Hard Mode’s final week and more
This week's patch notes for GTA Online introduce double the rewards in Deadline, new vehicles and more.
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Shakira responds to Tom Cruise dating rumour after bitter Gerard Pique split
Pop sensation Shakira has responded to the rumours about herself and Tom Cruise amid speculation the Top Gun actor is keen to pursue a romantic relationship with the Can't Remember To Forget You hitmaker