All news for 2023-07-29

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Loose Women star Brenda Edwards 'lined up for Strictly' and is 'a dream signing'
Brenda Edwards has a huge fanbase from Loose Women and will be 'a dream signing' on Strictly Come Dancing, a source has said. The BBC contest usually kicks off in September
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Lionel Messi impact laid bare as DeAndre Hopkins explains NFL jersey number
New Tennessee Titans signing DeAndre Hopkins has revealed that World Cup winner Lionel Messi inspired him to wear No. 10 in the NFL, and the wide receiver has said he wants to invest in an MLS team one day
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Hunt underway for missing man who 'fell in river' as three arrested for murder
Police received a call from a man saying his friend - a man in his 20s - had fallen into the River Wye near Victoria Bridge in Hereford - with investigators later establishing he was allegedly involved in an altercation
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ITV 'axes' major talent show with celebrity judging panel after six years
The Voice Kids will not appear on our screens next year, with ITV confirmed the talent show for youngsters will be 'taking a break' after 'seven fantastic series'
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CeeDee Lamb outlines big expectations with Dallas Cowboys contract unresolved
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb has downplayed his contract status while making an exciting forecast for how he will perform in the 2023 NFL season with Dak Prescott throwing him passes
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Liverpool in sensational Mbappe transfer talks after PSG star's Saudi snub
After Kylian Mbappe rejected a world record move to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, Liverpool have entered talks with Paris Saint-Germain about a move for the France international
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Waitress' 'exceptional' kindness to autistic boy leads to parents' epic response
A waitress at The Galleon restaurant, in Galway, Ireland, went out of her way to help an autistic boy leading to the family expressing how much they appreciated her efforts
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Man Utd agree £72m Rasmus Hojlund transfer ending summer-long striker search
Manchester United have been searching for a striker for much of the summer, with Erik ten Hag now finally filling that gap in his squad ahead of the Premier League season
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Travis Kelce throws punch at Kansas City Chiefs teammate in training camp fight
Jack Cochrane and Travis Kelce got into an altercation on Saturday during Andy Reid's intense practice session, with the tight end throwing a punch at his team-mate for a late hit
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Corrie fans 'work out' double Sarah baby twist ahead of gender reveal party
Coronation Street fans think they have rumbled a huge double baby twist for pregnant Sarah Barlow ahead of the gender reveal party next week following the paternity test results
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Homeowner ordered to repaint shed by council despite no complaints made
Vlad Dascalescu, from Stafford, was ordered by his local council to repaint his shed if wanted to avoid it being knocked down
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Holiday chaos as roads are jammed and train stations deserted amid rail strike
Motorists faced delays of up to two hours at Dover as people tried to cross the Channel, and at Folkestone there was a five-mile tailback that extended into the town itself
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Harry Styles' favourite Adidas trainers rebranded by firm to pay homage to him
Adidas changed its online descriptions of Harry Styles' favourite Gazelle trainers to Satellite Stompers and in doing so, the firm hopes recognising the name will help to boost sales
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N-Dubz fan left with bloodied eye after being attacked and 'stabbed' at gig
An N-Dubz gig in Scarborough reportedly descended into chaos as multiple fights broke out in the crowd and one man was said to have been stabbed
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Savvy mum with 'extreme budget' shows how to cook huge 70 meals for just £20
A mum has shared how families can make 70 meals on a budget of just £20, listing the tasty dishes for people on an "extreme budget" during the cost of living crisis
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Winning National Lottery numbers for Saturday's huge £4million jackpot
The Lotto draw for Saturday, July 29, has been made with the rollover jackpot set at £4million. The Thunderball numbers - worth £500,000 - have also dropped
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BBC defend John McEnroe after tennis legend's staggering Wimbledon pay rise
A spokesperson for the Wimbledon broadcaster has provided a statement after former champion McEnroe saw his pay increase for the 2023 edition of the tournament
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Rape victims face 'painful' wait of more than a year for attackers to be charged
The average time a rape victim has to wait for charges to be brought against an offender has increased to 400 days
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Broad deserves fairytale farewell - nobody has symbolised Ashes cricket better
England legend Stuart Broad has announced his retirement from cricket and the veteran seamer deserves to bow out with an Ashes win in his final Test match
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WWE chairman Vince McMahon undergoes 'major' four-hour spinal surgery
The veteran wrestling tycoon missed a TV recording of "Raw" and is said to be recovering at home following what has been described as a "life-altering" operation
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Romeo Beckham swoons over girlfriend Mia Regan as Victoria gives her approval
The second-eldest son of David Beckham, the aptly named Romeo, seems to have inherited his parents' love of a gushing public tribute as he took to Instagram to show his gratitude for his girlfriend Mia Regan
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Pitch invader halts Ashes Test as yob pelted with pint after swearing at Aussies
England started the third day of the fifth and final Ashes Test by opening their second innings, but Jonny Bairstow's time at the crease was interrupted by a pitch invader
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OnlyFans boxer Astrid Wett put through table by Alexia Grace to cancel fight
Astrid Wett and TikTok star Alexia Grace have been rowing for months and agreed to settle their rivalry in the boxing ring on Saturday night
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1000-lb Best Friends' Tina slams negativity as she shares amazing transformation
Tina Arnold of 1000-Lb Best Friends fame has opened up on her weight loss journey, admitting she has done it the 'right' way by eating the correct foods and regular exercise
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Prince William's luxury holiday cottages cheaper to rent than Travelodge
Prices on the five-star properties have been slashed as families struggle to afford a summer holiday, and dozens of deals are now on offer