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Dozens of cases of new XEC Covid variant found in UK - symptoms to watch for
Health
Despite being detected just three weeks ago the strain is now in 27 countries
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Rugby World Cup can supercharge women's and girls' participation
Rugby World Cup
World Rugby has launched its new strategy ahead of the tournament next summer
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Brits share their favourite ways to open up about feelings, with walking topping the list
UK & World News
A study of 2,000 adults has revealed the ways in which people are most comfortable sharing their feelings, with walking, driving and even driving a pint at the pub in the top 10
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Bank of England interest rate decision blow for homebuyers but lower rates on cards
UK & World News
Andrew Bailey, the governor of the BoE, has spelt out the future expectations on rates
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Full-size replica of HMS Endeavour for sale and could become chippy
UK & World News
The ship has a fully equipped kitchen and a licence to sell alcohol
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Mum paralysed in gym when weight slipped and snapped her back
UK & World News
Henrietta Paxton was left paralysed after squatting at the gym
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Young boy dies after 'falling from window' - large 999 response to 'tragedy'
UK & World News
East Midlands Ambulance Service attended. Nottinghamshire Police are now investigating the incident, which happened in Nottingham
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Pensioners given new update on Labour 'scrapping' free bus passes following Winter Fuel Payment cut
Traffic & Travel
Labour has issued a new update to state pensioners across the UK amid fears the free bus pass scheme could be next to be axed following the scrapping of the Winter Fuel Payment
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Guests stunned as newlyweds enjoy their wedding breakfast in Greggs
Real Life
Greggs superfans Louise and Connor were called 'iconic' after visiting the bakery for their 'unconventional wedding breakfast'
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Heartbreaking picture shows why parents should never let anyone kiss their baby
UK & World News
Parents are being urged to insist on boundaries around others kissing their baby after a paramedic pointed out the consequences
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Mum puts 6st weight loss down to ghostbusting and sex
Weight loss
Linzi Steer ballooned to a size 16 after her 10-year marriage broke down, so she decided to take drastic action to do something about it
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Parents told to check if they could claim HMRC Child Benefit 'even if they think they earn too much'
UK & World News
There is an earnings cut-off for Child Benefit, but a financial expert has explained ways to potentially claim even if your salary is higher than the limit
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Dog owners urged to watch out for these symptoms common in September
Dogs
As spider season in the UK reaches its peak in September, dog owners are being warned to watch out for symptoms your canine may have inhaled or eaten something toxic
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Expert's £105 warning over 'vampire devices' that could be hiking up energy bill
UK & World News
Devices known as 'vampires' consume a surprising amount of energy and could be the reason behind unnecessarily high energy bills, according to a specialist
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'I started vaping at 12 and now I can't quit - everyone is doing it'
UK & World News
Holly has told her story as one in seven children are caught vaping and half are primary school age
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Warning to parents as chicken nuggets pulled from freezers
UK & World News
The Food Standards Agency has issued an alert for anyone who has bought them
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Pub owners urged to slash the size of 'pints' after trial of smaller servings saw no complaints
NHS
Expects from Cambridge have discovered that reducing the size of 'pints' led to a drop in pub sales of beer, lager and cider - but surprisingly increased revenue in a surprising way
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Tesco customers can get cancer symptom checked at special store events
Tesco
Shoppers can talk to an in-store pharmacists about what to do next if they’ve spotted something that doesn’t look or feel right
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Brits’ ultimate age of adventure revealed
UK & World News
With the average age of marriage steadily increasing in England and Wales - with men marrying between 39.5 and 40.8 and women between 36.4 and 37.4 1- Brits are more likely to say ‘I do’ to adventure before marriage
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Female founder ambitions held back by lack of finance
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Despite significant ambition among female entrepreneurs, nearly three in five (57%) cite a lack of business knowledge and confidence as barriers to growth, with 39% saying securing funding is a major challenge
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Financial worries plague a quarter of Brits on a daily basis - with energy and grocery costs major stressors
UK & World News
A study of 2,000 adults found that in the winter months, 36 per cent of Brits are most concerned about energy bills, while 32 per cent are most worried in the summer
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'I took up yoga and Pilates to cure my bad back. Then I found out it was cancer'
Real Life
Bride-to-be Alex Macgillivray was initially suffering with what she thought were simply tight hips - only to discover the truth was much more serious
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'I grew up in a council estate and was on living the streets two years ago - now I'm a student at Oxford'
Real Life
Chloe Pomfret, who grew up on the neighbouring council estate to Angela Rayner and Marcus Rashford, spent time in foster care and became estranged from her family before being accepted to the University of Oxford
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XXL hoodie blanket worth £50 now £20 'so warm' shoppers 'don't need heating on'
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The XXL hoodie blankets were £50 but have been reduced to £20 and are ideal for keeping warm around the house without needing the heating on
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CourtsMan climbs on roof and causes chaos trying to escape arrestAfter his arrest, Luke Swift praised a female police officer who was at the scene because she "spoke to him on a human level"
Man strangled his own mother when she had no money to give him for drugs
Courts
Hull Crown Court heard he later angrily threatened to splash petrol around their home
Coldplay fans express anger and disappointment after encountering queue issues in Ticketmaster pre-sale
Events
The band will be playing two shows at Hull's Craven Park Stadium in August next year - but thousands of fans desperate to get tickets have been stuck in online queues this morning
Hull man charged after fatal XL bully attack
Courts
He is due to appear at court next month
Dunelm shoppers 'don't need the heating on' thanks to 'warm' £15 jumper
UK & World News
Dunelm's Teddy Half Zip Jumper is available online, comes with pockets and there's a range of colours to choose from
EventsWhere to buy Coldplay 2025 tour tickets for London and Hull shows today, September 27Coldplay fans don't have long to wait to get tickets for the band's upcoming Music of the Spheres World 2025 tour
What time Coldplay 2025 tour tickets go on sale on Ticketmaster today, September 27
Events
General sale tickets for Coldplay's upcoming Music of the Spheres World 2025 tour will go live on Friday, September 27
Man climbs on roof and causes chaos trying to escape arrest
Courts
After his arrest, Luke Swift praised a female police officer who was at the scene because she "spoke to him on a human level"
UK motorists face £500 fine and points on their licence for making this seatbelt mistake
Motoring
Cameras using AI technology are currently being trialled in the UK, which could catch drivers out for failing to do this properly.
Man strangled his own mother when she had no money to give him for drugs
Courts
Hull Crown Court heard he later angrily threatened to splash petrol around their home
CourtsMan climbs on roof and causes chaos trying to escape arrestAfter his arrest, Luke Swift praised a female police officer who was at the scene because she "spoke to him on a human level"
Man strangled his own mother when she had no money to give him for drugs
Courts
Hull Crown Court heard he later angrily threatened to splash petrol around their home
Hull City set for 'important' training camp trip after major transfer market assault
Hull City
The Tigers players can look forward to some sunny weather amid the miserable British autumn
Coldplay fans express anger and disappointment after encountering queue issues in Ticketmaster pre-sale
Events
The band will be playing two shows at Hull's Craven Park Stadium in August next year - but thousands of fans desperate to get tickets have been stuck in online queues this morning
Hull City make MKM Stadium change as limited edition kit details revealed
Hull City
The Tigers are celebrating their 120th birthday this week and doing it with style
Rugby LeagueHull KR star Mikey Lewis explains why this semi-final can be different to pastRovers half-back Lewis thinks he has 'put a statement out there' with England decisions on the horizon
Hull KR launch second Elliot Minchella appeal with date set for latest hearing
Rugby League
Exclusive: Rovers have made a decision on their captain.
Hull City's predicted starting XI to tackle struggling Cardiff City as changes needed
Hull City
The Tigers tackle the Bluebirds in their final home outing until mid-October
The Hull business with 90 years of experience transforming homes
Partner Stories
Leightons' floorings and furnishings can help you achieve your dream home
Hull FC two-way test set out as deeper squad hoped to bring desired qualities
Simon Grix
Hull FC will run with a new-look line-up next season.