All news for 2023-12-15

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BBC axes A Question of Sport ending 50 year run amid dwindling ratings
The BBC has called time on A Question of Sport - ending its run as the world's longest running sports quiz - three years after Sue Barker was dropped as the host
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Joe Alwyn praised for Palestine post as Taylor Swift face backlash over silence
As Taylor Swift fans call on their idol to speak out against Israel’s ongoing attacks on Gaza, the Cruel Summer singer’s ex Joe Alwyn has been praised for using his platform to raise awareness of what's happening in the Middle East
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Gary Lineker wants to keep favourite job until he's 90 but not Match of the Day
The sports presenter isn't just the face of the BBC's flagship football review show, he is also the face of a huge savoury snack company - and he hopes to keep working with them for years
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Meghan and Harry share royal Christmas card as they thank fans for their support
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have finally released their family Christmas card for 2023, much to the delight of fans. The virtual greeting was sent via email
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Israeli forces accidentally killed three hostages during gun battle in Gaza
Israeli forces accidentally shot dead three hostages snatched by Hamas militants at the start of the conflict during fighting in Gaza on Friday, who the IDF believe may have been abandoned by their captors
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Chelsea boss Pochettino insists "I'm not crazy" as he makes bold prediction
Chelsea face Sheffield United in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge on Saturday with the Blues sitting 12th in the table after a disappointing start to life for Mauricio Pochettino
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Eye-watering sum derelict bungalows sold for after going to auction at 50p
The derelict homes and land went from the price of a small bar of chocolate to an unexpected amount due to a bidding war erupting between eager bargain hunters
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Strictly's Bobby Brazier in tears over brother's emotional message amid final
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Bobby Brazier was left in tears on Friday's It Takes Two with pro partner Dianne Buswell
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Strictly's Bobby jokes Dianne deserves Glitterball trophy after pamper session
Strictly Come Dancing star Bobby Brazier took to his Instagram Stories to share an update while taking a break from rehearsing with dance partner Dianne Buswell
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Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa's life from sexuality to question he's always asked
Ncuti Gatwa went from sleeping on friends' sofas and not having enough money to eat properly, to landing a breakthrough role on Netflix's Sex Education and now Doctor Who
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Tiger Woods' message to son Charlie's friend speaks volumes about golf icon
Golf superstar Tiger Woods has shown his humility by demonstrating his fatherly side at the PNC Championship with some amusing moments as well as issuing heartfelt advice to youngsters at the event
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Inside farm where missing British boy lived after vanishing six years ago
Alex Batty, from Oldham, Greater Manchester, vanished years ago, aged just 11, before he turned up in France and was found by a lorry driver, who he told his mum had 'kidnapped' him
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Mum 'exhausted' as partner's ex dumps their kids on her after she gave birth
A woman wanted to know whether she was unreasonable for not wanting her step-kids at her house as much now she'd had a baby of her own, as she felt exhausted looking after them
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Rosberg's response spoke volumes after dodging Hamilton F1 title question
Nico Rosberg has given his thoughts on the 2024 Formula 1 season and he expects Lewis Hamilton to back competing with Max Verstappen for a record eighth world title
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Jade Goody's mum's life since Big Brother's star's tragic death
Jade Goody's mother Jackiey Budden was spotted visiting her late daughter's grave earlier this week ahead of her grandson Bobby Brazier competing in the final of this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing
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Everything we know so far about Alex Batty and the 'spiritual commune' mystery
Missing British boy Alex Batty vanished six years ago while on holiday with his mum and grandfather - who are believed to have abducted him - before joining a spiritual commune
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Kanye West references Hitler in antisemitic rant and slams custody arrangement
Kanye West has stunned his fans after he delivered a lengthy rant about a variety of topics while attacking Jewish people and denying that he is mentally ill
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Bobby Brazier breaks silence on family support as nan 'banned' from Strictly
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Bobby Brazier has opened up about the support from his family as his nan Jackeiy Budden is seen leaving a sweet tribute at his mum Jade Goody's grave
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Gardeners' World Adam Frost's life - wife's health scare and move to end 'chaos'
TV presenter and garden designer Adam Frost has spoken about his family's mental and physical health struggles in recent years, and how they impacted their home life
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Gran's relief for grandson missing for 6 years found after living in 'commune'
Alex Batty vanished aged 11 when travelling with his mum and grandfather, but miraculously turned up recently, telling the lorry driver who found him he had been 'kidnapped'
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Drug baron Curtis ‘Cocky’ Warren pictured for first time since jail release
Narcotics kingpin Curtis Warren, who was once featured on the Sunday Times Rich List, appeared in court yesterday charged with applying for a passport without alerting the authorities
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Two brothers, 4 and 8, killed in horror crash with BMW fleeing police at 100mph
Mason and Malikai Orozco-Romero were tragically killed in a car crash as a stolen BMW flew into their car on the highway. Their mother is in a critical condition and may be paralysed
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Strictly's Dianne believes Bobby has what it takes to make it in Hollywood
Ahead of their performance in the finals of Strictly Come Dancing pro dancer Dianne Buswell believes her partner Bobby Brazier is a star in the making and could it make it big in Hollywood
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Victoria Beckham thanked by fans as she shares saucy snap of David Beckham
Fashion designer Victoria Beckham left fans speechless as she shared a cheeky snap of her husband, David Beckham - causing many of her social media fans to thank her for sharing the image with them
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Bradley Walsh shares his funniest TV shows from Blackadder to Dad's Army
British television has a proud tradition of beloved comedies over the years, and in a new series comic Bradley Walsh and some famous friends dig down and debate what makes a sitcom great