All news for 2023-08-22

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The Queen 'only person Thatcher feared' - she downed whisky before meetings
The late Queen struck fear into Margaret Thatcher and the Tory ex-Prime Minister required a stiff drink before meeting her, according to a former political editor of the Times
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Colts owner makes huge U-turn over future of key player on eve of NFL season
Jim Irsay has gone back on his word after announcing he will listen to offers for Jonathan Taylor, but it will take a major offer for the Indianapolis Colts to say yes
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Mum stabbed to death on doorstep while having a smoke in totally random attack
Anthony Stinson made rap videos about killing someone one hour before stabbing Charlotte Wilcock as her baby daughter slept at her home in Blackburn, Lancashire
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Value Scope: Each-way racing tips from Steve Jones for Wednesday at York on ITV
As the Sky Bet Ebor Festival opens at York, our man reckons it is going to be a good day for Hollie Doyle and thinks he can solve the opening handicap with Bergerac
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'I always wonder what my life would have been like if I didn't get pregnant'
A mum-to-be says she's been left pondering over what her life would have been like had she never gotten pregnant, and says she can't help but wonder how differently things might have turned out
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Mechanic warns drivers not to drive with car windows down - as it could cost you
Automotive engineer Josh Regis shared his advice to car owners. The car mechanic revealed why you should stop driving with your windows down - and you'll be surprised.
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Meghan Markle will 'have to suck it up' as tourists threaten her privacy
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry moved to California to try and escape excessive publicity, but their mansion is now on the route of a Royal Family sightseeing excursion
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Ten Hag grants sudden Man Utd transfer after frank chat with forgotten forward
Manchester United are willing to allow winger Facundo Pellistri to leave the club on loan this summer with newly-promoted Sheffield United hopeful of a late deal
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Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 4 live event – everything we know
Having not seen a Fortnite live event for a while now, we're curious as to whether or not there will be a live event for the upcoming season.
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EastEnders Peter Beale actor's low-key life off-screen as he returns to soap
EastEnders star Thomas Law – who first appeared on the series in 2006 – surprised fans when he made an return to the show as Peter Beale in June
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EastEnders Eve actress' life off screen with stunning home after two weddings
In addition to appearing on one of Britain's biggest soaps, EastEnders actress Heather Pearce also juggles a successful music career alongside raising three young daughters with her wife
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'My husband admitted to having a work wife - and made a devastating confession'
A woman has sought advice from people online after finding out her husband has been a little too friendly with one of his colleagues. He refers to her as his 'work wife' and often buys her gifts
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PGA Tour chief offers fresh update on LIV Golf merger and hints at timeline
Details on the framework agreement between the PGA Tour and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia have remained sparse, but Jay Monahan has offered an update
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Rachel Riley calls for Man United boss to quit over Mason Greenwood saga
Countdown star and lifelong Man Utd fan Rachel Riley says the club's chief executive Richard Arnold should 'consider his position' over the handling of the Mason Greenwood case
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Ann Summers launch hen party range that's 'worth every penny' and starts at £2
Behind every bride is a team of hens wanting her last weekend of singledom to be unforgettable. And with Ann Summers' new hen party additions, it's sure to be
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Pochettino and Lukaku 'not talking' as stance made clear in Chelsea training
Romelu Lukaku was once Chelsea's club record signing, but questions remain over the Belgian striker's future despite the arrival of Mauricio Pochettino as manager
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Guide Dogs charity signs up to Mirror's Save Our Ticket Offices rally
The Save Our Ticket Offices online rally will be live on The Mirror website and our YouTube channel at 5pm on Thursday as we fight the plan to shut counters at 974 railway stations
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Personal trainer horrified by gendered barbells with women given smaller weights
A pro surfing fitness influencer posted a video about gendered weights at the gym which garnered 25k views and a plethora of comments from men arguing that it was standard - but she says they're missing the point
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Baby squirrel found alive under chicken's wing after being separated from mother
The Scottish SPCA has since taken the little creature under its care after it was found on a farm in Fife
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'My ex-mother-in-law wants to take my baby away for a month without me'
A mum has claimed she's been called "unreasonable" for not letting her ex-mother-in-law take her young baby away for a whole month without her - and being accused of "hogging" her own child
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FatFace 'throw on' quilted denim-look hoodie is a 'must-have' for autumn
Shoppers have called it their new 'go-to jacket' and are even snapping it up in both colours!
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Miracle cat survives 40-mile car journey trapped in vehicle's engine space
Terrified Charlie, a five-year-old tabby, was stuck for an hour in the motor after he crept out of his house and climbed inside it, before he was spotted by staff at a care home
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Honor Blackman's Bond admission as she fancied 'sexy' Bond star Sean Connery
Honor Blackman played the iconic Bond Girl crudely named Pussy Galore in 1964's Goldfinger, starring alongside 'sexy' Sean Connery as 007 who 'had a body to die for'
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Brits are seriously divided over 'proper' name for batter bits from the Chippy
A fierce debate has erupted online over what the 'correct' name is for the little pieces of deep-fried batter left over in the fryer when cooking fish and chips
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Folarin Balogun wants sensational Chelsea move as Arsenal set huge transfer fee
Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino is desperate to strengthen his attacking options and Chelsea are ready to step up their interest in Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun