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Top baby names of 2023 listed – and the royals have helped one in particular
There's a royal theme to the most popular baby names in 2023, with Charles and Charlotte booming in popularity, while Elizabeth dropped off the list after a successful run
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Surfer, 30, killed by shark after 'encounter' in choppy sea off Hawaii coast
A 30-year-old man who was surfing in Hawaii, off of Maui's northern shore, was fatally injured after encountering a shark, authorities said. The incident was not, however, described as a shark attack
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Thousands of police flood New York's Times Square amid New Year's protest fears
New York Mayor Eric Adams earlier said in a press conference that he was "sure" there would be some type of attempt to disrupt the proceedings
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Top baby name trends for 2024 - from weather and witches to the Barbieverse
Parents are predicted to go 'elemental' and take inspiration from the Barbie movie when it comes to baby names in 2024, as this year saw families embrace 'witchy' vibes
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'John Pilger's zest to expose uncomfortable truth made him a unique journalist'
Paul Routledge pays tribute to investigative journalist John Pilger, who worked at the Daily Mirror from 1963 to 1986 and died aged 84 in London on Saturday after decades in the industry
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Highly contagious disease caused by bacteria spreading through faeces hits city
A highly contagious disease caused by Shigella bacteria has hit a homeless community in Portland, Oregon, with 45 cases detected in only a month, further complicating the lives of those living on the streets and in shelters
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Meghan Markle 'wants answers' from Charles amid 'confusion', says royal expert
The Duchess Of Sussex Meghan Markle has reportedly attempted to have a meeting scheduled with King Charles III so she can challenge him on the rules she has to follow as a former Royal
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Holiday park's Christmas flooding leaves family 'on brink of losing everything'
Emma Jayne, 23, and her fiance say their home is just four inches away from being completely swamped by rushing floodwaters after Yorkshire suffered weeks of inclement weather
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Kate Middleton has secret royal code name – and she's already given it away
The Princess of Wales has been known to use a pseudonym when she's out and about to try and keep a low profile - and she's not the only member of the Royal Family to do so
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Mariah Carey shuts down Gucci store with entourage after split from boyfriend
Mariah Carey proved her status as the Queen of Christmas as she had a swanky designer store in Aspen close their doors to all other customers so she could shop in peace
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Queen Margrethe – royal title rows, cheating scandals and Lord of the Rings
On Sunday night, in her New Year's Eve speech, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark made the surprise announcement she was abdicating the throne so her son could step up, marking an end to her 52 year reign
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Delia Smith shares adorable way she met husband and truth behind Norwich chant
Delia Smith, 82, married Michael Wynn-Jones, who was deputy editor of the Mirror's new colour magazine, two years after taking a job coming up with recipes for the publication
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Amanda Holden looks out of this world in bikini snaps as she looks back at 2023
Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden joined a host of people sharing pictures and videos from their year as they wait to bring in the New Year
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Disney voice actor and film star, known for Coco, dies aged 90
The DIsney voice actor and Mexican film star was known for her role as Mama Coco in the popular 2017 animation film Coco
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Market town is 'best kept secret' and regularly voted one of UK's favourites
The popular market town of Devizes is complete with scenic views, beer brewing and more than 500 listed buildings. The town is a frequent Gold winner of South West in Bloom and even holds a Coach Friendly Town status
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New Year's Eve cancelled in UK as 75mph horror winds shut down firework displays
A yellow weather warning is now in place because of the 75mph winds barrelling through Plymouth and Devon., where events have been axed due to concerns about the weather
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Flooding sees 94-year-old woman forced to evacuate as home 'may fall into river'
A property in Nottingham is in danger of collapsing after a 94-year-old woman was evacuated from her home due to damage from floods. The property was described by the Environment Agency as "unsafe"
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Jane McDonald 'sheds a tear at New Year' as she speaks on fiancé's death
English singer Jane McDonald lost her beloved fiancé, Eddie Rothe, to lung cancer in March 2021, after 13 years together
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BBC presenter caught swearing live on-air jokes about ordeal in New Year post
BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri went viral after being caught with her middle finger up on-camera live on TV in December
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Ben Affleck left with hands on head during heated discussion with Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck appeared to be having a heated discussion during a lavish shopping trip where she tried on expensive jewellery
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'I was dead for 24 minutes - this is what it's like to die and be revived'
Lauren Canaday, 39, described the sense of ‘peace’ she witnessed during her shocking near-death experience - as medics tried to revive her after she collapsed at her home in Virginia
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Amy Dowden 'experienced rock bottom' as she reflects on 2023 amid cancer battle
Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden took to her Instagram Stories to reflect on her difficult year. She discussed her achievements and her diagnosis
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This Morning star worries fans and share hospital snaps after surgery on tumours
A well-loved This Morning star took to social media to reveal they were in pain for several months before undergoing surgery
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British mum killed in French Alps avalanche was charity chief who met the Queen
Kate Vokes, 54, and her son Archie Vokes, 22, were skiing in the French Alps on Thursday when an avalanche swept through the off-piste area and killed them both - the mum was a charity boss who'd previously met the Queen
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Winter Wonderland chaos as ride malfunction leaves people 'stranded in mid-air'
The Blizzard ride at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland suffered a power outage yesterday evening leaving people stuck mid-air for eight minutes before they were able to get it moving again