All news for 2024-02-27

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Patsy Palmer's life off screen - 3 famous kids, storming off GMB and LA glamour
After quitting EastEnders and turning her back on partying, actress Patsy Palmer decided to start a new life in Los Angeles with husband Richard Merkell and her children
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Man Utd coach appears to take parting shot at Old Trafford culture after leaving
Manchester United have lost first-team coach Eric Ramsay to MLS side Minnesota United and his comments upon departure echo some recent criticism from Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Scarlet Blake sent to male prison as lawyer warns no parole board will free her
Cat killer Scarlet Blake - who was inspired by Netflix documentary - has been sent to an all-male prison and her own lawyer warned no parole board will ever set her free
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Bruce Willis' wife urges fans to 'check in' after actor's declining dementia
Hollywood's Bruce Willis was originally diagnosed with aphasia back in March 2022, then in February 2023 his rare dementia diagnosis was confirmed
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Largest ever Banksy is up for sale and set to fetch millions
The spray-painting of a seagull tucking into a refuse skip full of polystyrene chips on the side of a house was created in Lowestoft, Norfolk, during Banksy's 'Great British Spraycation'
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Zizzi is giving away 'free' pizzas this Thursday - how to claim one
Zizzi customers can choose from the Rustica pizzas on the menu including the Rustica Piccante, the Rustica Meat Sofia and the Rustica Margherita
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McBride swings to £17.4m profit as shoppers switch to cheaper cleaning products
The group, which is behind many supermarkets' own-brand cleaning products, saw shares soar by as much as 21% at one stage after upbeat results revealing it swung to a pre-tax profit of £17.4 million for the six months to December 31 against losses of £20 million a year earlier
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BBC recasts late soap actor with Doctor Who star in exciting move
The BBC has confirmed the role of Robert Snell has been recast in its popular soap The Archers with an actor best known for his roles in Doctor Who and The Crown stepping into the former's shoes
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Brits warned to check Jet2 hand luggage rule or face extra fee at the airport
The rules for the size and weight of luggage you're allowed on a flight will vary depending on which airline you fly with and not sticking to the limits set could prove costly.
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Brit 'living in hell' after spending 10 months banged up in Romanian prison
Ethan Gill, 29, is among a group thought to number up to 12 who are being held in a jail in Constanta, a city on the east coast, after being arrested at a hotel
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Car insurance warning to millions of UK drivers who are being 'hit in pocket'
Four million drivers in the UK are being warned that they could be 'hit in the pocket' due to a common mistake that people make when renewing their car insurance
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William pulls out of huge event alongside other royals due to 'personal matter'
Prince William had been due to attend the memorial service for the late King Constantine of Greece at Windsor Castle today alongside other royals but will no longer be there after pulling out at the last minute
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Konate replies to "f*** off" jibe from Chelsea fan after classy gesture to rival
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate sent a message of support to Chelsea's Axel Disasi after the Carabao Cup final, but was told to "f*** off" by one Blues supporter
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BBC Breakfast has two versions of the iconic red sofa for very different reasons
One sofa is placed in the BBC Breakfast studio for the likes of Naga Munchetty, Jon Kay, Sally Nugent and Charlie Stayt to present from
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eBay bringing in more fees - and sellers will receive less money from sales
The fee - called the "regulatory operating fee" - will be introduced this April and will be 0.35% of the total sale amount. In response, sellers have taken to social media to share their frustration
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Meghan Markle cooks with Afghan refugees after surprise virtual speech in UK
Meghan Markle gobsmacked fans when she appeared via video link earlier this month to open a new wing at London animal charity The Mayhew named in honour of her late friend Oli Juste
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Strictly's Graziano Di Prima says Robin Windsor begged him for help
Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano di Prima has opened up about his friendship with his BBC co-star Robin Windsor, who tragically died last week at the aged 44
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Mercedes told to make bold choice and replace Hamilton with teen sensation
Mercedes are now scrambling to find a replacement for Lewis Hamilton ahead of his 2025 switch to Ferrari and team principal Toto Wolff has been told to take a look at an emerging option
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Man found dead with 'extensive injuries' at London tube station in murder probe
Horror on London's Elizabeth Line after a man died at Harold Wood railway station in Romford as British Transport Police confirmed a person has been arrested and remains in custody
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Sweet moment Travis Kelce accepts friendship bracelet from Taylor Swift's fan
Taylor Swift's boyfriend Travis Kelce accepted a friendship bracelet from a fan in Australia - and a video of their brief conversation, posted by the Swiftie, went viral on TikTok
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Signs of ARFID as 'worrying' rise in people seeking help for eating disorder
Beat, an eating disorder charity, is raising awareness of a little-known eating disorder known as ARFID, which usually manifests in three different ways, and there's little support for
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Fury as Punch and Judy show is axed at seaside resort after 120 years
The Punch and Judy show in Eastbourne has entertained tourists for more than 120 years but now the council says that it cannot afford to keep funding it during the summer
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Extinction Rebellion activists storm London's famous Walkie Talkie building
Activists from Extinction Rebellion staged a protest inside London's 'Walkie Talkie' building and a number of City offices in a new wave of action targeted at four major insurance firms
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Transform your bedroom into a hotel-style haven for as little as £11 this spring
One brilliant bargain buy in particular is serving up luxury living for less
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Save over £140 on Elemis, Medik8 and more with Lookfantastic's 2024 Beauty Egg
The Beauty Egg is always a hit with make-up and skincare lovers and this year, the edit is worth over £200 and features brands like Medik8, Elemis and Philip Kingsley