All news for 2023-08-05

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UK Special Forces cocaine problem exposed as 200 dismissed over drug abuse
A total of 197 troops serving in the SAS, the SBS, the Special Reconnaissance Regiment, Special Forces Support Group and on nuclear submarines tested positive for Class A drugs like cocaine since 2012
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Top attractions for families during school holidays amid cost-of-living crisis
For millions of hard-up parents, there will be less spare cash to keep the kids entertained. So we’ve come up with some ideas for cheap or free days out
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Black man's conviction overturned after judge says 'looks like a criminal to me'
The white judge in Detroit claimed he was fed up with what he perceived to be the defendent's time wasting. He said: 'I’m tired of this case. I’m tired of this defendant. I’m tired of getting the runaround.'
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Rio Ferdinand's warning over Andre Onana rings true after nightmare home debut
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana had a home debut to forget after he was lobbed by an effort from the half-way line in Saturday's 3-1 win over RC Lens at Old Trafford
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Busta Rhymes shares 100lb weight loss after terrifying experience during sex
Busta Rhymes has recalled the very scary experience he had during sex which led to his ex giving him some home truths that in turn sparked his 100lb weight loss
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Saturday Kitchen host urges fans 'not to look' amid Rob Rinder on-air disaster
Things took a turn for the worst on BBC's Saturday Kitchen when host Matt Tebbutt attempted to swerve a technical issue as Rob Rinder's microphone suddenly cut off during the cooking segment
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World first as magic mushroom drug used to treat gambling addicts
The mind-altering chemical in magic mushrooms – psilocybin – is being tested on five patients. The government-funded trial starts at London's Imperial College in October
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Chilling last words of angry cop killer in brutal 35-min lethal injection death
Torrey Twane McNabb was executed by lethal injection in Alabama in 2017 for shooting and killing a police officer who attended a crash McNabb caused trying to flee a bail bondsman
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Vincent Kompany tipped to return to Man City as Pep Guardiola's successor
Pep Guardiola has previously backed Vincent Kompany to succeed him as Manchester City boss - and that notion has been concurred by former Blues teammate Joleon Lescott
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Ditch your PC keyboard and learn how to connect your PS5 controller
If you're hoping to make use of features like the touchpad which are only available on the PS5 DualSense with your PC then here's how.
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Every single PS Plus Premium Classic game listed
PS Plus Premium gives you access to hundreds of classic PlayStation titles from the PS1, PS2, PS3, and PSP.
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Leigh Leopards signing Oliver Gildart opens up on Wayne Bennett snub
Ex-Wigan Warriors centre, 26, has spent a difficult couple of years in Australia including being ignored by his former England boss but is back to make his mark in Super League starting at Headingley on Sunday - and then with Hull KR in 2024
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Mick Schumacher concern raised as F1 problem hindering Mercedes reserve's career
Mick Schumacher has spent the year as Mercedes' reverse driver after being dropped by Haas and has been warned he must find a driver sooner rather than later if he wants a future in Formula 1
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'Pessimism is sometimes the best medicine - we must be prepared for the worst'
Rachael Bletchly says she was born pessimist, adding that telling a worrier to 'just stop worrying' is futile and now, officially, the worst bit of advice you can give
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Unexpected ways to boost your happiness from getting dirty to planning a trip
We all know that exercising, eating well and socialising with loved ones spark joy, but there are more surprising activities also scientifically proven to be good for our mental health, writes Natasha Holt
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William and Kate named Prince Louis after the Royal Family's 'secret weapon'
The Prince and Princess of Wales decided to name their youngest child after a legendary member of the Royal Family who was also known as the 'secret weapon' - and was a mentor to King Charles
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Moment top cop who shot himself in head is cuffed by police in spat with wife
A video shows Alfredo 'Freddy' Ramirez, the director of the Miami-Dade police force, handcuffed during a heated argument with his wife when he threatened to 'end it all' - before shooting himself in the head hours later
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Diver trapped underwater by snagged equipment as frantic buddy tries to free her
The female driver had been enjoying her time underwater at Dosthill Quarry before her equipment got caught on a rope, keeping her trapped underwater as her buddy desperately tried to free her
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'My neighbour is acting weird every time I have a shower - they won't stop'
A miffed neighbour was left baffled when they noticed a strange pattern of behaviour from those upstairs in their apartment block - and they were left wondering why
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Churchgoers say 'only hope is God' as council hikes Sunday parking fees by 700%
Residents in Winchester are furious at the "insane" hike in parking charges for Sunday - with four hours now costing £17 in some car parks, some say it's "penalising people who want to go to church"
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Ja'Marr Chase has stark warning for quarterback Joe Burrow after injury concern
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase has told teammate and star quarterback Joe Burrow not to rush his recovery from a calf injury ahead of the NFL season
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Drunk 12-year-olds ruining UK's 'best city' as parents drop them off with booze
One of the UK's most beautiful cities is facing increasingly anti-social behaviour in its parks, with football and cricket pitches vandalised - the local MP has compared it to a "bar on public land"
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Meghan Markle 'plotting career move that could see her in the White House'
Meghan Markle has dabbled in activism since she was a child, but now the actress-turned-Duchess could switch it up by becoming a politician as she reportedly 'plots a move into politics'
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Love Island star George Fensom hints at blossoming romance with fellow islander
George Fensom became the first Love Island star to be dumped from the villa this summer, but the former contestant is rumoured to have struck up a romance with one popular Casa Amor contestant
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Ten Hag pinpoints Man Utd issue that new signing Hojlund can help solve
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been speaking about the qualities of his new striker Rasmus Hojliund, who was officially unveiled at Old Trafford on Saturday