All news for 2024-01-08

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Horizon firm Fujitsu faces calls to pay compensation as Gov contracts extended
Evidence from Horizon, a faulty computer system rolled out by Fujitsu, secured the prosecutions of 700 sub-postmasters between 2000 and 2014, with the Post Office prosecuting them for false accounting, fraud and theft
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Horrified woman wakes up to find rat in her bed 'chewing and licking her toes'
Pest control boss Sean Whelan, managing director of HPC247 Whelan Pest Prevention, has recalled some of the very worst horror stories from his job including pests invading some people's beds as they slept
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Moment man wearing metal chain around his neck struck by lightning and survives
Jonathan Beron, 26, can be seen collapsing suddenly to the ground after being hit by a bolt of lightning in a park in Argentina where he was sheltering with friends under a tree
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Proud 'carnivore' eats butter by the block and 22 eggs every day
A woman has raised eyebrows after revealing her 'high carnivore' diet which includes tucking into more than 20 eggs a day. She's boasted about the health benefits, but others are unsure
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'Complex' rules stopping Post Office convictions being quashed and payouts made
It's been almost 25 years since the Post Office Horizon scandal devastated the lives of hundreds of Brits - and most of them still haven't received compensation or had their convictions quashed
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Jockey Callum Shepherd hits out at 'unhealthy' Sunday evening horse racing plan
A trial of six Sunday evening fixtures began with a card at Wolverhampton. Shepherd rode winner Charlie's Choice, but said afterwards that he is against racing on that day during this time of the year
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Harvey Weinstein and Sarah Ferguson named in latest Epstein files release
Documents unsealed by a Manhattan judge have given a glimpse into the world of paedophile and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, including who he associated with - though the inclusion of names does not necessarily indicate any wrongdoing
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Doctor's unusual alarm trick can help you live longer if you do it daily
TV's Dr Michael Mosley, creator of the Fast 800 diet, swears by an unusual alarm habit that he says can help 'slow your biological clock' and help you live a longer, healthier life
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Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift's shock Golden Globes gossip exposed by lip reader
Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez were caught gossiping supposedly about Timothee Chalamet at this year's Golden Globe Awards, with a top lip reader now revealing what they were really talking about
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Scandalous flat with kitchen directly next to bed can be yours for £1.7k a month
In the advertisement, the property is a double studio, however there is a bed in the kitchen, and a bathroom where the sink is situated over the toilet - so calling it a double feels misleading
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10 amazing products for a healthy and happy new year
Kick-start your health and wellbeing goals with these smart products, from vitamins and supplements to online fitness programmes
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Post Office hero Mr Bates gifted 'holiday of a lifetime' by Richard Branson
Post Office scandal victim and campaigner Alan Bates had joked he would love a holiday from Richard Branson, with his comment appearing to have become reality
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Donald Trump MAGA hats go on sale for nearly £200,000 as he launches 2024 bid
The collection includes several caps from Donald Trump's three bids for the presidency with a slew of different colours and messages including “women for Trump”, “space force" and “MAGA mama”
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Woman annoyed by 'cheeky' neighbour's demand after cleaning her gutters for her
One woman is shocked by her neighbour's 'demanding tone' after going out of her way to do her a favour. It backfired as now the woman next door is leaving her out of pocket
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Ryanair is hiring cabin crew with strict requirements for anyone interested
Ryanair is looking to hire 150 cabin crew members at London Stansted airport, where the budget airline runs routes to Milan and Rome in Italy, Dublin in Ireland and Madrid, Barcelona and Tenerife in Spain
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Arteta puts hopes in Arsenal plan as Gunners star issues transfer statement
Arsenal are aiming to get back on track following an indifferent run of form and Reiss Nelson is determined to make use of the Gunners' upcoming mid-season trip to Dubai
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Gomez lauds Liverpool's "freshness and fire" and opens up on unlikely goal quest
Liverpool are bang in form, forgetting the fixture pile-up and have been a welcome surprise this season which many believed might be one of transition
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'Creamy' chicken wrap is the perfect post-gym meal - and it’s guilt-free
As many people kick-start their fitness journeys in January, health guru Ellena Hoad has shared her delicious creamy chicken wrap recipe which is high in protein but low in calories
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Darts star full of class after Luke Littler picked over him for Premier League
Joe Cullen was in contention to earn a spot in Premier League Darts, only for teenager Luke Littler to get the nod ahead of him after his run to the World Championship final
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Inside world's loneliest island with 50 residents - they insist it's paradise
The island of Pitcairn is a two-mile-long, one-mile-wide stretch of land where only 50 people live - but residents say there are 'no negatives' to their remote island life
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Tyson Fury's ex-coach could train Anthony Joshua in British mega-fight
Heavyweight champion Fury was once coached by Davison and the coach, who is now working with Joshua, clarified his stance on their potential mega-fight
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Five specific personality traits that can determine your risk of dementia
People can work out their chances of getting dementia by looking at how they fit into five personality traits, scientists have found, according to a new study
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Bill Belichick's New England Patriots era might have had 'rock bottom' ending
The New England Patriots and Bill Belichick are expected to part ways in the near future after the team won just four games in what was a dismal 2023 campaign all around
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Sophie Habboo 'adores' £12 Maybelline mascara that makes your eye colour 'pop'
Maybelline's Sky High mascara has recently launched three new colours, one of which is Made in Chelsea star Sophie Habboo's new go-to
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Thierry Henry opens up on retirement struggles and admits 'part of me died'
Thierry Henry retired from a successful playing career in 2014, with the Arsenal legend admitting life has been difficult despite working as a manager and a pundit