All news by author: Courtney Pochin

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Health expert's 4-5-8 trick can help you relax in seconds when you're stressed
If you're feeling stressed or anxious and want to take a few minutes to try and calm down, then this simple breathing exercise might be a helpful way for you to do that
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'I hate my Disney name and wish my parents had called me something prettier'
A woman who claims to shares her name with an iconic Disney movie villain has revealed she really hates the moniker and wishes she could be called something else
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Barabra Windsor's wild days before meeting 'love of her life' Scott Mitchell
Dame Barbara Windsor had a fascinating love life over the years, between her gangster boyfriends, three husbands, a lengthy affair, and crushes on her EastEnders co-stars
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Expert raises dangers of 'worrying trend' that sees men suppress emotion
Mental health and well-being experts have shared their thoughts on the pressure men face to be the 'perfect' man and how suppressing feelings could prove dangerous for your health
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'I have to pretend my child is sick to get time off for my excruciating periods'
Two women have shared how their incredibly heavy and painful periods cause them stress at work and how they wish paid menstrual leave was recognised in the UK - like in Spain
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Nick Berry now stay-at-home dad with famous wife after on-screen stepmum romance
Heartbeat and Eastenders star Nick Berry has been happily married for 29 years after deciding to step away from the small screen to focus on his family with his famous wife
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Expert warns of drink that can ruin your night's sleep - it's not just alcohol
A man dubbed the 'Master of Sleep' has shared some of the things that can disrupt your sleep in an evening, even more so amid the warm weather, including certain drinks
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Geri Horner's modern marriage - messy start, in-laws rift and blended family
Spice Girl Geri Horner has been married to Red Bull Racing boss Christian since 2015 and while the pair have created a wonderful family, their relationship caused tension at first
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Warning over high-risk 'silent killer' for men - with 12,000 deaths each year
This Men's Health Week, a charity is urging black men to be more aware of the increased risk of prostate cancer they face after Dark Knight star Colin MacFarlane revealed his diagnosis
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Expert warns SPF in your moisturiser or foundation isn't actually protecting you
As the weather heats up, many people will be relying on SPF to keep themselves protected in the sunshine, but an expert has warned you might not be as 'adequately' protected as you think
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'I accidentally got my neighbour evicted - he's lived there 30 years'
A tenant has shared their guilt after accidentally getting their neighbour evicted from the home he's lived in for almost 30 years, after complaining to the landlord about a "smell"
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Mum fumes over husband's error that means toddler has to sit alone on flight
A mum has shared her anger after a mishap when booking their upcoming family holiday has meant that her two children, aged three and six, will be separated from her on the plane
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Expert warns mattress could 'ruin sleep' in heatwave - but there's an easy fix
A man dubbed the 'master of sleep' has explained how during hot weather you need to consider more than just fans and opening windows, with your mattress also a possible cause of sleeplessness
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'My husband promised his mum we'd name our baby after her - but didn't ask me'
A woman has been left stunned after her husband admitted he'd already promised his mum they'd name one of their unborn children after her - without consulting her first
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Davina McCall's new-found happiness after 'traumatic' divorce and pact with ex
Davina McCall's love life has been rather rocky over the years, with two divorces that have hit the headlines - but the TV star has since found happiness with a new man
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Expert warns of big issue with contraceptive pill - and it's not side effects
As Davina McCall calls for a 'contraceptive pill revolution' in a new documentary on Channel 4, The Mirror hears from a leading sexual health and reproductive expert to learn the truth about risk and side effects
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'I spent 4 years and £30k visiting 875 Wetherspoon pubs - I would do it again'
A Wetherspoons superfan has finally finished an epic four-year journey visiting all 875 of the chain's pubs around the UK - and he says he doesn't regret the 'best adventure of his life'
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Soap Awards host Jane McDonald's tragic heartbreak made her swear off dating
Former Loose Women star and British Soap Awards host Jane McDonald tragically lost her 'soul mate' in 2021 and has since revealed she has no plans to date anyone else
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Kieron Richardson's lavish life with husband and 'parent guilt' over their twins
Hollyoaks star Kieron Richardson kept his sexuality a secret for years, but since coming out in 2010 the actor has gone on to marry his long-term partner and welcome twins via surrogate
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Emmerdale's Samantha Giles is a 'witch' and cast a spell to find her husband
Emmerdale star Samantha Giles has had an interesting life both on-screen and off the screen, with the actress identifying as a Wiccan and even casting love spells to help meet her husband
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Emmerdale star Jeff Hordley's marriage to co-star after 'frightening' illness
Emmerdale star and British Soap Awards nominee Jeff Hordley has had a dramatic love life onscreen as bad boy Cain Dingle, but away from the camera he enjoys a much calmer relationship with his co-star
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Vicky McClure's famous fiancé and his 'tricky divorce' before romantic proposal
Line of Duty star Vicky McClure has been with her fiancé for 10 years and the pair have been engaged since 2017 with Vicky admitting to having 'crazy ideas' for their wedding
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ITV's dumped stars now - suicidal thoughts, depression and '£1million payout'
Phillip Schofield isn't the only television presenter to have been involved in controversy while working at ITV, with several other famous faces parting ways with the network over the years
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Doctor's stark warning after toilet habit change was symptom of bowel cancer
A GP has issued a warning for people to be vigilant about subtle changes after a small difference in her toilet habits turned out to be stage 3 colon cancer
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'My mum thinks my baby's name is a prank - she says it'd be better for a horse'
A father has taken to the internet to share his family's dilemma after revealing their top baby name choice caused his mother to 'freak out' and make cruel comments