All news by author: Julia Banim

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Clever hack for poaching eggs without saucepan or boiling water works a treat
A savvy foodie has shared her alternative method for serving up a batch of 'perfect' poached eggs in less than one minute flat - and you won't even need a saucepan or boiling water to try it for yourself
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Popular 2024 baby name is inspired by 'most powerful woman in history'
A baby name expert has shared her top predictions for 2024, including a particularly regal choice that takes inspiration from the 'most powerful woman in history'
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Traditional boy's name set to skyrocket in popularity in 2024 as parents love it
A baby name expert has shared the 'classic' boy's name she predicts will skyrocket in popularity in 2024, as parents look for names outside of the current top 100
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Pain of Wallace and Gromit creators - from 'devastating' blaze to death of actor
The perfect comfort watch at any time of year, the cosy stop-motion world of Wallace and Gromit holds a particularly special place in the nation's heart during the festive period, but there's plenty of sadness mixed in with the joy
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Little-known dementia sign people might notice while they're in shower or bath
Researchers have warned of a lesser known and unusual dementia symptom that people should look out for - and it can be easily noticed while in the shower or bath
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Harry Potter fans notice 'hidden theme' in opening credits of every film
Fans of the Harry Potter film series have noticed a recurring 'hidden theme' in each of the opening credit sequences, and it makes complete sense when you consider the narrative as a whole
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People are just spotting a jaw-dropping detail about The Grinch
Fans of The Grinch have been left amazed by a blink and you'll miss it detail in the classic festive film, which will no doubt make you view the town of Whoville in a whole new light
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Paul Hollywood's rollercoaster love life from sad divorce to young new wife
Congratulations are in order for Bake Off star Paul Hollywood - who has been commended in the New Years Honours list 2024 - which comes just months after his dreamy Cyprus wedding to Melissa Spalding
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Nutritionist shares diet that actually works - and one to avoid at all costs
As many prepare to write their New Year's resolutions, a nutritionist has advised the Mirror which diets actually work in the long run, while cautioning against one food fad in particular
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Dawn French and Lenny Henry's divorce - confession, reason for split, new loves
As Dawn French fans settle in to watch Dawn French is a Huge Tw*t, we take a look at the comedian's shock split from Lenny Henry, including their reason for parting ways
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Emmerdale's Marlon Dingle's real life - very private marriage and real age
Actor Mark Charnock, who plays Marlon Dingle, is set to appear on The Big Soap Quiz: Coronation Street v Emmerdale as a team captain tonight - but what do we know about the very private man?
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Princess Diana's 'sad' last Christmas spent alone with reheated meal
The late Princess Diana reportedly spent her final 'sad' Christmas alone, while the rest of the Royal Family enjoyed their traditional celebrations at Sandringham House
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Harry Styles' love life from Emily Atack fling to Emily Ratajkowski 'hook up'
As a new documentary delves into the life of Harry Styles, we take a look at his romances away from the stage, with the global megastar having dated some very famous women
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Helena Bonham Carter's wild romances - Emma Thompson affair and age-gap lover
Helena Bonham Carter' is one of the most recognisable actors on the planet, having bagged various memorable roles over the years, and her romantic life has proven to be just as eventful
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Strictly's Janette and Aljaz's life - baby joy to unusual living arrangement
Strictly stars Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec are enjoying a particularly happy festive period this year following the much-longed-for birth of their 'miracle' daughter Lyra
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Holly Willoughby's strict Xmas traditions as she makes This Morning return
As Holly Willoughby stuns viewers with her surprise 'return' to the This Morning couch, we take a look at some of the strict Christmas traditions she makes sure to stick to
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'My name is going extinct like the dinosaurs - I'm desperate for it to return'
The mum was gutted to discover her name was going near-enough extinct, as registrations for the moniker have fallen off a cliff. Now she wants to start a campaign to bring it back
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'Like Corrie's Paul I'm living with MND at Christmas - I make each second count'
Just like Paul Foreman in Coronation Street, Sam Hayden-Harler is a young man living with motor neurone disease (MND), and he and his family are determined to make the most of this Christmas
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Michael McIntyre's life from wife's famous family to brutal school run mugging
Michael McIntyre often pokes fun at the ups and downs of being a father of two boys but many fans won't know his backstory to finding love with wife Kitty Ward, who has a well-known father and sister
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Tabby McTat author Julia Donaldson's tragedies - sudden loss and health battle
As Julia Donaldson fans look forward to watching the animated adaptation of Tabby McTat, we take a look at some of the tragedies she's had to contend with, including her tragic loss
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Complicated Christmas politics that dictate where Royals will spend it
The Royal family has to navigate some pretty complicated Christmas politics when it comes to the big day, and can't just simply hold their annual celebrations anywhere
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Inside Lucy Letby's disturbing Christmas Day error that sparked suspicion
A psychologist has delved into the sinister explanation behind Lucy Letby's chilling Christmas error, describing the notorious child killer as having 'one foot in psychopathy'
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Caroline Aherne's sad final Gogglebox request and Ricky Tomlinson's sad regret
Caroline Aherne's death left those she left behind utterly devastated. This of course includes her onscreen father Ricky Tomlison, who has expressed a heartbreaking regret
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Russell Watson almost died before brain tumour was pulled out through lip
Singer Russell Watson has previously spoken about surviving two tumours, one of which he feared would kill him before it was pulled out through his lip
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The Sound of Music - what happened to the Von Trapp kids who wowed viewers
It's one of the best-loved films of all time, but many may not realise that The Sound of Music is based on the story of a real family, with even more musical children in their famous choir