All news for 2023-12-30

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Recluse from scandalous family becomes first 100billion dollar woman
Francoise Bettencourt Meyers, the reclusive 70-year-old vice-chair of the cosmetics titan L'Oreal, has become the first woman ever to amass a fortune of US$100b - but how much do we know about her?
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Train chaos as tens of thousands face cancellations after severe tunnel flooding
Brits have been previously warned that if they want to make it to their New Year's plans intact they should travel before this weekend and already trains are facing widespread cancellations due to flooding
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Victoria Beckham posts 'humble' snap of David after latest New Years Honour snub
David Beckham has missed out on a coveted knighthood in the latest New Years Honours list despite his services to sport and charity, with past emails showing his fury at being missing from the honours lists in years gone by
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Man discovers embarrassing cause for 'blue legs' after panicked hospital dash
A man was left feeling embarrassed after realising why his leg turned blue - and it wasn't what he thought. He took to social media to share the unfortunate incident
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'Alejandro Garnacho will be Man Utd's most important player of 2024'
Alejandro Garnacho produced a career-best performance to inspire Manchester United in their 3-2 comeback win at home to Aston Villa on Boxing Day, a display which promises an even better 2024
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Star-studded XI of players who could move in the January transfer window
A number of top players could be on the move in the January transfer window as clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea look to bolster options midway through the season
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Boy, 10, told to change t-shirt to avoid causing 'anxiety' for plane passengers
Stevie Lucas, 10, was told he needed to change his snake print t-shirt by staff at Johannesburg airport in South Africa, or he could not board his flight back home
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Cleaning expert's simple hack to make anti-bacterial spray using Christmas tree
Cleaning expert Armen Adamjan has shared his handy trick for making anti-bacterial spray using pines from the festive plant - and it's easier than you might think
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Expert shares simple 16:8 mealtime plan to lose unwanted Christmas weight
Planning to eat your meals during a specific period can help you lose unwanted weight after indulging over the Christmas period, nutritionist Hannah Hope explains
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Man Utd and Tottenham transfer target breaks silence on Premier League move
Genoa star Radu Dragusin looks set to be at the heart of major transfer interest in the January window but Manchester United and Tottenham may have to wait to seal an agreement
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Kim Kardashian 'not looking for eye candy' as her 2024 dating habits unveiled
Kim Kardashian is 'no longer looking for eye candy' in a man as her 2024 dating habits have been unveiled by a skilled celebrity psychic, which comes as her ex-husband Kanye West moves on
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James Whale receives MBE in New Year honours as he 'nears end of cancer fight'
Veteran broadcaster James Whale said 'If I die tomorrow, I've had a good time' as he reflected on his 50 year career after being awarded an MBE for services to broadcasting in the New Year Honours
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Managing Chelsea as Osimhen and Man Utd stars sign with academy prospects cut
Chelsea are stuck in the midst of another poor season under the stewardship of Todd Boehly and the American could be set to spend heavily once again as Mauricio Pochettino attempts to get the Blues back on track
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13 Premier League managers dismissed in 2023 and how their clubs have done since
Premier League managers were dismissed at a rate of just over one per month in 2023, with some of those decisions working out better than others for the clubs concerned
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'Partner keeps inviting friends to our family-only New Year's Eve celebration'
A woman took to social media to air her frustrations about her partner inviting his friends to their off-grid cabin for New Year’s Eve, despite agreeing that it would be family only
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Samsung Galaxy price shock might convince you to ditch your Android phone now
Samsung looks set to unleash a new Galaxy phone within week but rumours suggest it could be much more expensive to own.
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Man Utd year in review as Ten Hag repeats worrying cycle amid Ratcliffe delay
Manchester United have endured a horror start to the campaign after finishing last season in the top four, leading to more investment, which is yet to pay dividends
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Morrisons New Year opening hours - check when UK shops will open and close
Whether you need to top up on a few bits or do a big shop to start the New Year with, it's important to know your local supermarkets opening times over the New Year
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Premier League loanee set for January switch as Leeds star explains move
Today's top transfer news, rumours, gossip for the 72 EFL clubs up and down the Championship, League One and League Two ahead of the January window
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David Beckham in furious row with ex-F1 boss during explosive New Year’s Eve
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid star David Beckham reportedly had a heated spat with former McLaren F1 boss Ron Dennis on New Year's Eve while at a luxury resort in the Maldives
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Huge cruise ships launching in 2024 including one five times the size of Titanic
New cruise ships for 2024 to get excited about will include the world's biggest cruise ship Icon of the Seas from Royal Caribbean as well as new ships for Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and more
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McDonald's New Year opening times - see how late your restaurant will stay open
New Year's Eve (December 31) falls on a Sunday and for many people, this will mean a late night celebrating with family and friends - but will you be able to get your McDonald's fix?
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You're a true detective if you can find 5th goose at pond within 7 seconds
Brits are scratching their heads at a French brainteaser that has to be solved in just seven seconds. To win, all you need to do is find the fifth goose in the image
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Tony Blackburn's health battles and Radio 2 absence explained as he's handed OBE
Radio legend Tony Blackburn is ending the year on a high thanks to being made an OBE, but 2023 hasn't always been so rosy for the star after having to endure some tough health battles
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Aston Villa ambitions clear as Emery speaks out on Champions League chances
Aston Villa have enjoyed a sensational start to the season and currently sit in the top four as they eye the Champions League in Unai Emery's first full season