All news for 2024-01-15

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Superdrug reports strong Christmas sales as shoppers get party ready
The retailer said it was 'exceptionally pleased' with the performance
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Dancing On Ice fans say Holly Willoughby is 'thriving' after major change
Holly Willoughby made her long-awaited return to television on Sunday evening - as she appeared on ITV for the first time since standing down from her This Morning presenting role
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Greggs employee shares insider info including best time for fresh bakes
A Greggs employee has shared the secrets of the nation's favourite fast food chain - including the special traning they have to have for one of the menu items, and when the best time to get your hands on a fresh bake really is
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Underrated UK theme park has over 40 rides and it's free for families to visit
Adventure Island in Southend-on-Sea in Essex was rated third Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Awards for best English theme park several years ago and for good reason
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US military shoots down anti-ship cruise missile targeting destroyer in Red Sea
The attack marks the first US acknowledged fire by the Houthis since America and allied nations began strikes Friday on the rebels following weeks of assaults on shipping in the Red Sea
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‘Bucket list’ penis cutter jailed for five years for ‘abhorrent’ procedure
Victim Marius Gustavson was also the ringleader of the extreme body modifications group. He had his penis chopped off, his leg frozen so badly it needed amputated and had his nipple partially cut off
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Shirley Ballas had to remove her 'special underwear' on The Masked Singer
Fresh from being revealed as a Masked Singer contestant, Shirley Ballas dishes the dirt on the ITV series and teases she's ready to do even more reality TV in the future
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What different types of farts mean for your health - and when to see a doctor
Janine Bowring, a naturopathic doctor with more than 933,000 followers on TikTok, has explained the cause of different types of flatulence and when to see a doctor
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Virgin Money makes big change to savings accounts affecting 100,000 customers
Passbooks or bankbooks were the original savings accounts before electronic banking, and have fallen out of favour as banking moved online - however they're still used by older banking customers
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Michael Mosley's red lentil soup is packed with nutrients and keeps you full
Michael Mosley has shared a warming red lentil soup recipe that is 'flavour-packed and nutrient-dense', ensuring you'll stay full while eating healthily at the same time
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World's biggest Ferris wheel mysteriously abandoned just months after opening
A Ferris wheel in Dubai opened on Bluewaters Island in the UAE city in October 2021, joining the Burj Khalifa as one of Dubai's record breaking structures, before mysteriously closing down
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'My boyfriend wants to sleep with other people but doesn't class it as cheating'
A woman was left baffled when her boyfriend shared that he wanted to sleep with other people and tried to coerce her into an open relationship so it wouldn't be cheating
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Helen Skelton in tears as she chokes up over her tribute to Kym Marsh's father
Kym Marsh's father David was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2021. A spokesperson for Kym, 47, announced David's death on Friday 12 January
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Bride handcuffed in white dress on wedding day as she marries drug cartel killer
Nancy Lizeth had been due to marry fugitive Clemente Mendiola Martinez, nicknamed 'El Raton' or 'The Mouse', who is accused of being a killer for a drug cartel in Mexico
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Major UK hospital declares critical incident as it runs out of beds for patients
An NHS hospital has declared a critical incident due to a shortage of beds as staff confirmed 'significant demand upon all our services across the Trust' and long delays in A&E
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Bodybuilder's odd meal leaves people reeling as he 'eats like an XL bully'
There is no greater love than gym bros and their protein intake, but one former bodybuilding champion - who used to eat 38 eggs a day - has stirred debates after sharing his latest dinner recipe
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Love Island's Maya Jama makes dramatic entrance to All Stars villa
With all of the Islanders safely in the villa, Love Island: All Stars host Maya Jama arrived in style to greet them as fans start the countdown to tonight's show
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'Queen of Vinted' shares why sales have slumped and simple fix to make money
The 'Queen of Vinted' Emma Sendall has shared her tips on how sellers can make more money on the hit app and help make their bank accounts stretch until payday
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Inside town so plagued with 'crime and unwanted homes' that 'no one can leave'
Cllr Laured Kalari said Sandwell in the West Midlands has experienced a rise in crime, coupled with a lack of investment by the local authority over recent years
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Cost to run an air fryer, microwave, slow cooker and oven - with 5p winner
While our kitchens are known for being full of electric-sucking appliances, you could use three modern appliances to your benefit and save on your bills. One kitchen appliance costs just 5p to run and will help feed the whole family
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Charles will 'always have door open' to Harry but is 'getting on with life'
According to a brand new book, King Charles is "extremely sad" about his now relationship with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle but has "many more things to think about"
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Love Island star sparks All Stars bombshell speculation as he’s seen at Gatwick
Former Islander Chuggs Wallis entered series seven as a bombshell alongside eventual winner Liam Reardon and some think he may be heading in to reprise the role
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Air Force pilot, 22, training to be Top Gun fighter crowned Miss America
US Air Force pilot Madison Marsh, 22, has been named Miss America at a pageant in Florida at the weekend, becoming the first active officer to take the crown when she beat dozens of others
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Mum horrified by seven-word reply bully gave son who was trying to make friends
A worried mum has gone on to social-media to recount how her kid, who is having trouble making friends, is being treated badly at the same school she works at
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Inside Ranvir Singh's mysterious marriage split before meeting toyboy lover
Good Morning Britain host Ranvir Singh went into Strictly Come Dancing single but came out with a younger boyfriend, Louis Church, who has now moved into her family home