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Tricky brainteaser challenges you to spot six hidden Easter eggs in 76 seconds
A new brainteaser is challenging puzzle-solvers to spot six hidden Easter eggs amongst the busy office scene in less than 76 seconds - just one in five are able to do it in under a minute
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Amanda Holden sparks backlash as she pays 'offensive' tribute to Paul O'Grady
Amanda Holden spoke about late entertainer Paul O'Grady on Heart Breakfast yesterday morning, with her comments coming following the news that the comedian had passed away earlier this week
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Britain's 'strongest grandad' breaks world weightlifting record at 86
Brian has broken the British and world record for deadlifting in his age group after he lifted 75kg (165lb) on his first attempt at an international weightlifting contest
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Woman 'wore wig as a disguise' to take 'dozens' of people's driving theory tests
A fraudster could face 18 months in jail after she was found to have taken other people's driving theory tests for them, including one occasion where she wore a wig as a disguise
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Temple floor collapses with over 20 people trapped in well after disaster
A huge emergency response rushed to a Hindu temple in Indore, India, after a group of worshippers fell down a 50-60ft well, which was filled with water at the time, when the temple floor caved in
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'I get insulted after spending £35k to cover body in tattoos - but I'm mature'
Security guard Alberto Rodriguez Varela Grandal loves tattoos, so much so that he's covered all of his skin in a thick layer of black and now people are insulting him
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Jackass star Bam Margera 'arrested for public intoxication' at restaurant
Former Jackass star Bam Margera was reportedly arrested for public intoxication after an alleged confrontation at a restaurant in California
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Phillip Schofield's brother hides face as he arrives for sex abuse trial
This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield's brother has been photographed arriving at Exeter Crown Court for the fourth day of his sex abuse trial
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Shoppers discover what JD Sports actually means as founders' story resurfaces
It's a stalwart on the British high street, known for its celebrity ad campaigns and sportswear, but many people are in disbelief that the name JD Sports actually stands for something
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers shares 'brutal' toll of chemotherapy in cancer battle
Dave Myers has opened up about the effects his intense chemotherapy has had on him, admitting he's lost a substantial amount of weight since starting treatment
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'My son didn't recognise my new face - and neither did my phone'
The 22-year-old mum says her son 'wouldn't come near her' in hospital and she had to eat through a straw for months afterwards when she had transformational surgery to change her jaw
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Millionaire recycling boss, 54, sues 'luxury' bookies after he blew £100K
A multimillionaire is suing a luxury bookmakers for his money back after he claims he lost more than £100,000 in one of their shops during an 'off the scale' gambling spree
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Randy dogs forced to wear 'contraceptive pants' - but still get pregnant
Despite living apart and wearing 'pants', young French bulldogs Lilo and Stitch still managed to sneak in a brief encounter and surprise their owners by falling pregnant
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Mystery as Brit dad vanishes after travelling to Lanzarote nearly two weeks ago
Gary Watson Shearer flew to the Canary Island for St Patrick’s Day and was last seen at a pub called Bar 67 in the resort town of Puerto del Carmen on March 16
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Woman admits she doesn't always wash her hands after using the loo
People have been left divided after a social media user explained why she does not always wash her hands after going to the toilet - as some couldn't believe how many other people agreed with her logic
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Ex-millionaire who ended up begging on the streets is locked up in jail
Dominic Hudson who was once said to be worth "in excess of £1m" attacked a father who tried to stop him harassing two women in the street, while he was with his 12-year-old daughter
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Khloe Kardashian explains if she misses her 'old face' as she hits back at troll
Khloe Kardashian offered an 'epic' blunt response to a fan who tried to call her out on her recent Instagram upload in which she shared her workout routine
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Brooklyn Beckham finally admits he's not a chef as he's called 'stupid' by fans
Brooklyn Beckham appears to have confirmed his occupation after leaving fans confused after sharing a string of cooking videos but he insists he's not a chef
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Mum of 5 says son permanently on antibiotics because of home's 'severe' mould
The mum has lived in the three-bed property in Whitstable for seven years and says she has experienced serious problems with mould for the entirety of that time
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Price hikes among major changes coming to NHS prescriptions this week
From April 1, Brits will be set to pay increased fees for their NHS prescriptions due to persistently high inflation as a new specialised pre-payment certificate is introduced
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Driver slammed for 'inconsiderate' parking in disabled bays should be 'ashamed'
A controversial driver has been made an example of online after they 'inconsiderately' parked directly between two disabled bays, blocking them both off - locals aren't happy
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BBC Radio 2 slammed for treating Paul O' Grady 'abominably' amid show departure
BBC Radio 2 has received backlash after paying tribute to Paul O' Grady, with accusations the channel 'messed' the star around and contributing to him leaving his radio show
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Man so annoyed by potholes he's filling them with Pot Noodles to get them fixed
One man is on a mission to solve the 'state of UK roads' by filling potholes with Pot Noodles - he's fed up of driving over them and wants the government to listen after a decade of campaigning
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King Charles gave 'three signals' of tension following Prince Harry UK visit
King Charles is showing several tell tale signs of tension during his first state visit as monarch during a trip to Germany, according to body language expert Judi James
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Procol Harum's Keith Reid dies 'suddenly' while undergoing cancer treatment
Procol Harum have confirmed the death of their lyricist Keith Reid after receiving treatment "for the last couple of years" following a cancer diagnosis