All news by author: Freya Hodgson

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Do you think the Royal Mail should be renationalised - vote in our poll
The price of first class stamps has increased for the second time this year and many have said the Royal Mail should be handed back to the government
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This Morning doctor's warning to pregnant women about free flu jab
This Morning's Dr Sara Kayat says pregnant women are at an "increased risk of serious complications from flu" and they should get the free NHS jab immediately
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Royal baby name enjoys a renaissance as it returns to top 100 chart
Parents have been looking at the Royal Family for baby name inspiration, as one moniker has made a surprising appearance in the top 100 list - and it's not Harry or George
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Woman applauded for 'stealing' best friend's baby name after family tragedy
A woman has been left feeling completely distraught after stealing her best friend's baby name, but many have said that she had a "good reason" for picking the name
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Melt away unsightly toilet limescale using £1 product with 'no scrubbing'
Pesky limescale can be stubborn to shift from your bathroom, but Mrs Hinch followers have revealed that one cheap product will leave your toilet bowl "sparkling"
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Cleaning fans discover 39p 'magic ingredient' to speed up ironing process
If you have a never-ending pile of ironing to tackle, a cleaning expert has taken to social media to reveal one kitchen staple can significantly speed up the dull chore
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'My boyfriend insists on sleeping in separate beds - this isn't the 50s'
A distressed dater has reached out for help after their new partner refuses to sleep in the same room as them, despite them being an ‘affectionate’ lover
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Driving expert debunks common road sign that most motorists 'don't understand'
Driving test expert Annie has revealed the real meaning of the 'no return within one hour' road sign as many drivers struggle to understand the rule
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Easily ‘overlooked’ menopause symptoms that strike in the mouth
Specialist dental surgeon Dr Theo Sioutis has urged women to pay attention to changes inside their mouth as a result of decreasing levels of hormones
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Expert shares five ways to help banish Seasonal Affective Disorder winter blues
As the months turn colder, health mentor Cai Graham has urged people to "prioritise mental health" as one in 15 Brits suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
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Strictly Come Dancing sweepstake: Play along with pals in our fab-u-lous game
It's Strictly Come Dancing season and we're giving you the chance to get involved in the action with our very own sweepstake - which star will you get?
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Bob Mortimer health update as comedian is absent from Gone Fishing with illness
Bob Mortimer will be replaced by Lee Mack on this Sunday's Gone Fishing episode after suffering from shingles. Here's the symptoms of the unpleasant infection
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Do you think councils should be handed more funding - vote in our poll
Local authorities are grappling with a collective “hole” of £3.5billion in their finances, meaning they could be forced to make cuts to vital services
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‘Silent killer’ symptoms that can strike on your palm - when to visit GP
The palms of your hands can provide an insight into the state of your health, but some symptoms could be a warning sign of a silent killer - including liver disease
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Health warning as study finds hybrid workers have 800 more calories on WFH days
Researchers from MyFitnessPal has found that Brits consume an average of 2,752 calories when working from home, compared to 1,961 in a typical office day
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Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2024 - find your nearest show using our map
The Strictly Come Dancing UK Live Tour is back, bringing with it spectacular choreography and unmissable performances.
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Men should never ignore prostate cancer symptom that strikes at night
Research by King Edward VII’s Hospital has found 43 percent of men would avoid seeing a doctor if they had a symptom of prostate cancer, which kills 12,000 Brits every year
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Who do you think will win Strictly Come Dancing - vote in our poll
The Strictly Come Dancing stars brought their best moves to the ballroom in Week 11, but which celebrity do you think will be lifting the Glitterball on December 16?
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Common STI symptoms students need to know as they head back to uni - full list
Students starting university are being urged to practice safe sex as cases of gonorrhoea have rocketed in recent years. Here's the symptoms to watch out for
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'Most common’ symptom of breast cancer in men as 85 are killed every year
One man is diagnosed with breast cancer every day in the UK, while 85 are killed by the devastating disease annually. Here's everything you need to know about breast cancer in men
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Let us know if you think A-levels should be scrapped - vote in our poll
A-level qualifications will be scrapped and replaced with a new system called the Advanced British Standard (ABS) under Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's proposed plans
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Test your Strictly Come Dancing knowledge in our fab-u-lous quiz!
It's Strictly Come Dancing season, and while you spend the next few months catching up on those sensational performances, why not find out if you're the ultimate super fan in our fun quiz?
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Should Liz Truss have access to the post-Prime Ministerial allowance - poll
Liz Truss has claimed around £23,000 from her post-Prime Ministerial allowance just five months after resigning from office. Should she have access to the public-fund award?
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Autumn allergy that could be giving you hay fever-like symptoms
Allergy nurse adviser Amena Warner has revealed why many Brits suffer from hay fever symtoms during the autumn - including a blocked nose, itchy eyes, and asthma
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