All news for 2024-01-08

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Sunday night racing 'could see stable staff working 27 days on the bounce'
Racing staff rep George McGrath believes the introduction of late Sunday cards is unsustainable if there is no change in working practices, while bookies reported brisk business on the first night
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BBC breaks silence after Amanda demands footage of Giovanni Strictly rehearsals
Following backstage clashes with pro partner Giovanni Pernice, Amanda Abbington is said to be keen to review recordings after taking legal advice after quitting the BBC series
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Baldur's Gate 3 studio has ‘figured out' Act 1 of its next game
Those wondering what Larian Studios is working on now that Baldur's Gate 3 is complete have been given their first hint.
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Shoppers rush to buy The White Company candle that's £38 down from £60
Add a touch of luxe to your home for less with this winter ready The White Company candle that shoppers are comparing to Jo Malone and Diptyque
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'World's most caring' mum left in Tenerife holiday coma after 'freak accident'
Julie McLaren, 57, from Midlothian was relaxing in Tenerife when the horrific incident left her in a critical condition and her devastated family are praying she will recover
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Newsboy's racing tips for Tuesday's two meetings, including Market Rasen Nap
Newsboy thinks his Nap, Anglers Crag, is the catch of the day in the 2.10 at Market Rasen, and he also believes Follow Your Heart can deliver the goods at a good price at Southwell (7.00)
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British kids could go on school trips to Germany without passports in future
Post-Brexit red tape is making school exchange programmes to Europe more difficult, prompting the need for a scheme that could see British pupils able to visit Germany without a passport
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Cher, 77, straddles her toyboy boyfriend, 38, and insists 'love is love'
Cher and Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards were first linked in November 2022 after meeting at Paris Fashion Week, and despite a reported brief split last year, the couple reunited and are stronger than ever
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Man Utd transfer news live - Ten Hag injury update, Sancho talks ongoing
Manchester United are getting to aim a few deals over the line with updates on Jadon Sancho, Jean-Clair Todibo, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting and Andreas Christensen all expected ahead of the FA Cup clash with Wigan
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'Now the Post Office lie has been exposed we need a criminal investigation'
The victims of the Post Office scandal have been waiting for justice for too long and we should clear their names for good, writes Conservative MP and former minister David Davis
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Legendary ITV host returns to screens after denying he was quitting show
Iconic daytime TV host David Dickinson might be 82, but the legendary antiques expert has no plans to stop presenting Dickinson's Real Deal on ITV anytime soon...
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'Idris Elba's knife crime campaign is welcome, it remains on us to protect kids'
The superstar advocacy of Idris Elba helping to draw attention to the scourge of knife crime will help the conversation, writes Mirror columnist Darren Lewis, but real action begins at home
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New Covid variant makes up two-thirds of new cases – 8 symptoms to look out for
The number of coronavirus JN.1 infections has soared in recent weeks, from just four per cent of all UK Covid cases in early November to 65 per cent on December 30
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Reasons that Birmingham turned to Tony Mowbray to replace sacked Wayne Rooney
The former West Bromwich Albion and Sunderland manager is back in the game, just five weeks after being dismissed by the Black Cats, taking charge at a Blues side that sunk like a stone under his predecessor, Wayne Rooney
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Lewis Hamilton 'frustrated' at Mercedes with no other F1 rivals in his position
Lewis Hamilton finished as the top F1 driver other than the Red Bulls in 2023 but was some way off Max Verstappen, while the Mercedes star hasn't won a race in two years
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'These words from a doctor can motivate anyone to lose weight'
Dr Miriam Stoppard shares research from Oxford University into how the way weight loss is presented as an opportunity to people can influence their chances of success
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'My boyfriend lies all the time about everything - I simply can’t trust him'
Why can't my boyfriend just be honest with me about what he's up to?
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Calls to withdraw 'shameful' t-shirt bearing slogan 'Eat, Sleep, Rape, Repeat'
A petition has called for clothing site ViralStyle to remove a 'shameful' t-shirt with the slogan 'Eat Sleep Rape Repeat' which has been accused of glorifying sexual violence and is being sold to UK customers for £18
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Tesco shares UK's most popular meal deal choice - and it's quite surprising
Tesco has shared its most popular meal deal for 2023, and people are seriously shocked at the items that have reigned supreme, with some taking to TikTok to express their shock
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Rickie Fowler makes decision on LIV Golf thanks to Woods and Cantlay influence
Rickie Fowler's name has been one that has been linked with making the move LIV Golf, and the American has had his say following week one on the PGA Tour in 2024
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Jesse Lingard makes remarkable offer in optimistic bid to revive his career
Jesse Lingard has been a free agent since being released by Nottingham Forest at the end of last season and the former Manchester United midfielder hopes that Barcelona will sign him in January
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Inside Joey Barton's dark past - assault, sexist rants and cigar incident
Former Manchester City player and ex-Bristol Rovers manager Joey Barton has angered thousands over his online rants - but has been embroiled in other scandals over the years
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Arsenal transfer news live - latest updates on Toney, Onana and Nketiah
Arsenal were dumped out of the FA Cup on Sunday in a game that displayed their need for a striker - with Ivan Toney, Victor Osimhen, and Dusan Vlahovic on their transfer radar
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iPhone snow alerts warn you just before next flurry begins - turn them on now
Almost any iPhone user can use this nifty trick on their phone - that's both free and easy to set up - to find out exactly when snow will hit their area and when it will stop
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Gillian Anderson praised by fans for ‘genius’ vagina dress to Golden Globes
Gillian Anderson walked the red carpet at the star-studded bash in Los Angeles on Sunday in a show-stopping gown designed by sustainable Uruguayan designer Gabriela Hearst