All news for 2023-10-20

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'Council had to move us from our flat because of bedbugs – it was horrific'
A family suffered a bed bug infestation so bad they feared leaving their flat in case they passed it on to others, before their council eventually acted and moved them into a hotel
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'My husband helps me pick men to date - he likes me having sex with others'
A couple have caused a stir with their 'unconventional arrangement' where the wife dates other men and her husband is happy to just watch TV 'in peace' when she's out
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Thousands of Brits to get £50 payment off their water bill - see who is eligible
Affinity Water says the £50 support payment will hopefully cushion the impact of inflation-linked price and bill increases for certain vulnerable customers
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Man who shot dad in custody row had 'shortlist of people I intend to murder'
Gunman Stephen Alderton shot and murdered Joshua Dunmore in Bluntisham, Cambridgeshire, before killing father Gary Dunmore in nearby Sutton in a horrifying double murder
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Brit, 89, found dead by pool after falling from fifth floor balcony in Thailand
A British 89-year-old has sadly died after falling from a balcony at an apartment block in Pattaya, Thailand - police have launched an investigation into his death
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This Morning star Matty Lock cause of death shared following inquest
Labour councillor and regular This Morning guest Matty Lock died in September this year, with ITV stars paying tribute to the teenager from Merseyside following the tragic news breaking
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EastEnders shows first look at Halloween plot as Linda gets shock of her life
BBC have released the first images of EastEnders' annual Halloween bash where Linda Carter is set to get the shock of her life in upcoming scenes ahead of the Christmas death
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Love Island Games first look shows UK and USA favourites embroiled in high drama
Love Island Games is an all-new spin-off series of the hit reality-dating series, with the brand new show set to see former Islanders from around the globe unite
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Nuke veteran, 86, delighted to get his medal from the King's man
Great-grandad Jackson Hasson was presented with the nuclear medal by his local Lord Lieutenant, but Tory ministers are still stalling on arranging a Royal event for other survivors
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Arsenal line up four-man transfer shortlist as Arteta's January budget emerges
Arsenal are monitoring some exciting players ahead of the January transfer window, with two positions emerging as a clear priority for Mikel Arteta as he chases the Premier League title
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Brit son of Hamas kidnap victim vows to bring her home in birthday letter
Noam Sagi penned the emotional message to mum Ada, who was snatched from her home by terrorists on October 7, writing: 'You wanted to fight for peace, not die for war'
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'I don't allow husband to sleep in bed if he hasn't showered - it's disgusting'
A man comes home from work, caked in mechanical diesel, not showering for two days, not brushing his teeth expecting to sleep next to his wife. The mother of two felt like she was “going crazy” for asking him to practice some basic hygiene and has been sleeping on the sofa to avoid him
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TV writer picks 10 of the best horror films and shows to watch on Disney+
Disney+ has a host of films and shows that are sure to give you a fright this All Hallows' Eve
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Married At First Sight's Bradley slammed for defending 'shut up' Shona remark
Married At First Sight contestant Bradley Skelly has defended telling wife Shona Manderson to shut up during a dinner party - and insists there was no malice in it
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This cream bronzer gives a 'perfect sheer finish' and is only £8.99
'Even up against a £45 luxury version- this one is my favourite'
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Britney Spears' heartbreak at hands of men from Justin abortion to losing sons
Britney Spears is about to release her highly-anticipated memoir, The Woman In Me, in which she bravely opens up about her relationships, survival and motherhood
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The life-changing side effects of statins you really need to know about
Millions of people in the UK who take cholesterol-busting drug statins may be unaware of these side effects that could leave them with long-term health issues
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Lewis Hamilton left smiling as Mercedes make 'global improvement' ahead of US GP
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff said drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell will benefit from the team's final major upgrade of the season at the United States Grand Prix
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Big Brother star won't make up with co-star after row over Nikki Grahame's death
Former Big Brother star Imogen Thomas revealed she won't be making up with her co-star following their bitter argument after Nikki Grahame's tragic death in 2021
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Bank of England governor says CPI inflation will drop 'noticeably' in October
Andrew Bailey indicated inflation will return to its recent pattern of slowdowns after the Office for National Statistics (ONS) recorded a surprise pause last month, leaving inflation at 6.7% in September
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Nearly 800,000 young adults weren't in education, employment or training in 2023
But two-thirds of 16-25-year-olds feel there is not enough support available to get them into work, with over half worrying about getting left behind in the job market
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Britney Spears' abortion performed at home for 'secrecy' and was 'excruciating'
Britney Spears had an abortion after falling pregnant with Justin Timberlake's baby and it's now been revealed that the procedure was performed at home
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Italian PM splits from partner after he asks woman for a 'threesome or foursome'
Far-right politician Giorgia Meloni announced the end of her relationship with Andrea Giambruno on social media. They had been together for 10 years
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Terrifying fast motion footage shows river flood in seconds as Storm Babet rages
The clip, which shows 18 hours of the North Esk river sped up into an 11-second clip, was taken from a webcam at Gannochy Bridge in the village of Edzell
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Adele announces she's extending Las Vegas residency for 'final shows'
Adele has announced that she's extending her Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which had previously been expected to conclude in November this year