All news for 2024-01-01

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'Identity-defining' baby names set for boost in 2024 as parents ditch cute trend
Parents are said to be looking at 'grown-up' names for their little ones in 2024, as they decide to ditch the trend of cutesy monikers to set their kids up for later life
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Why goalkeeping genius Alisson will be Liverpool's most important player of 2024
Liverpool start 2024 top of the Premier League table but Jurgen Klopp's side face a fight to stay there with a resurgent Manchester City just two points behind them
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Lorraine Kelly breaks silence on saddest event of 2023 after death of close pal
ITV star Lorraine Kelly has thanked viewers for their continued support in the "saddest" moment of the 2023 following the death of their producer Hannah Hawkins.
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New Virgin Media discount makes Sky TV, Netflix and broadband more affordable
Virgin Media has slashed the price of its ultimate Mega Volt bundle which includes Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, Netflix and very fast broadband.
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6 money changes in January including National Insurance cut and energy bill rise
From energy bills to National Insurance, there are plenty of significant money changes that are scheduled to take place in January - here is what you need to know
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Multiple injured after driver ploughs into New Year's Eve crowd in New York
Police were called to the mass casualty near Madison Square Garden after a car reportedly mounted the sidewalk and ran down several people, injuring two police officers
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Klopp outlines Liverpool's Salah contingency plan amid Saudi transfer plot
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp will have to cope without Mo Salah during the Africa Cup of Nations - and clubs in Saudi Arabia have plans to take him away from Anfield for good
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Village on point of being swallowed by sea as residents want to live normal life
Picturesque Fairbourne in Gwynedd, Wales, is at severe risk of flooding thanks to its location near the sea, an estuary and a river, and could be lost to the sea in the coming decades
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Strictly's James Jordan hits back as fans accuse him of being 'insensitive'
Former Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan was accused of being 'insensitive' after sharing a money-related quote on New Year's Eve, with some of the dancer's followers not quite getting the joke
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'Grandmother' cleaning method is correct way to wash body, say scientists
A study has found that not washing certain areas of your body can lead to skin being irritated and the development of skin diseases like eczema or acne - so it's important to wash it properly
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EastEnders' Brian Conley breaks silence as Rocky Cotton exits after twist
EastEnders actor Brian Conley has broken his silence after his character Rocky Cotton's exit storyline was confirmed last week in a shock twist
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Harry & Meghan appear to snub billionaire pal as they turn down event invite
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have appeared to snub their billionaire pal as they turn down event invite amid their 2024 comeback
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All new driving laws coming into force from today motorists need to know
AutoTrader has highlighted a number of law changes with some of which could catch more learners out when they take their test in 2024. Fuel prices could also be set to rise
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Five teens arrested after girl 'raped in alleyway' near gardens in Newark
Nottinghamshire Police are investigating a sexual assault of a girl in an alleyway in Newark - five teens have been arrested in connection to the incident which took place days after Christmas
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OAP killed in horror Christmas Day crash named as police on hunt for CCTV
The crash between the villages of Bixter and Tetra in the Shetlands saw 84-year-old villager Harry Johnson lose his life. Police officers are keen to see dashcam footage
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Man arrested for child abduction as missing Leah Mullins found
Leah Mullins, 14, was last spotted getting into a darkly-coloured estate car close to a pub on Sherston high street in the Cotswolds, before being found in a residence in a different country last night
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Fitness buff apologises for wearing painted-on leggings to gym
A daring fitness buff has been forced to apologise after her painted-on leggings sparked controversy at the gym, with one offended man even ordering her to leave
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Boris Johnson's wife shows off baby bump before quashing pregnancy speculation
Carrie Johnson, who shares three children with former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, closed 2023 with a black and white snap taken in June of her blossoming baby bump
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10 Premier League wonderkids who are poised for huge things in 2024
The January transfer window will see plenty of Premier League clubs dip into the market, but there are also several young stars who have already shown they have a lot to offer
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Taylor Swift has 'written songs about her love story with Travis Kelce'
According to a psychic who carried out an exclusive Tarot reading for The Mirror, Taylor Swift has penned some songs about her lover Travis Kelce and their love story
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Pochettino 'eyeing £39m January transfer' to pave way for Chelsea star's exit
Chelsea are in the market for a new striker in the January transfer window and Ukraine international Artem Dovbyk is said to be high on their list of potential targets
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Name your biggest goal for 2024 - take our New Year's resolution poll
It barely seems five minutes since 2023 started, but here we are at the start of 2024. As the year grinds into gear, our attention turns to how we might shake our lives up a little - let us know what you have in mind!
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Grinch fan theory explains why he looks so different to the other 'whos'
A Grinch fan has come up with a theory about why the grumpy creature looks so different from the other 'whos' in Whoville - and you better get concentrating because it's mindblowing
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Expert on how to quit smoking by changing your diet with five key foods to avoid
Smokers may be looking to quit their unhealthy habit for good in 2024 - but how can you sustain it and not give in to cravings? There are certain exercises and foods to avoid that can help
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Chloe Madeley's ex-husband James Haskell is 'nervous to move on' after split
In her first exclusive chat since announcing her split from husband James Haskell in October, Chloe Madeley is lifting the lid on what 2024 could bring.