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• Andy Burnham's 10 major challenges and headaches as he enters No10 as PM

  19-07-2026 15:03 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham faces some key moments, thorny issues, and headaches left over from the old regime that will require close attention after he walks through the famous No10 black door
  
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• Tracy Shaw reunites with fellow Coronation Street legend amid cancer battle

  20-07-2026 12:13 via metro.co.uk
  
  Sally Ann brought Tracy some lovely goodies as her cancer battle continues (Picture: Instagram/tracy.k.shaw)Two icons of Coronation Street have reunited, as Tracy Shaw and Sally Ann Matthews came together for a for a sun drenched and joy filled afternoon as Tracy continues to battle breast cancer.Tracy and Sally became firm friends while working together on tour, starring alongside each other in the play Mum’s The Word in 2010.Interestingly though, Tracy and Sally never crossed paths
  
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• No new Halo games are currently in production for any console reveals insider

  20-07-2026 12:12 via metro.co.uk
  
  A troubled chief (Microsoft)A sequel to Halo Infinite is still a long way off according to a trusted leaker, as concern grows for the franchise’s future.Halo may have catapulted Microsoft into the console space with the original Xbox, but the series has failed to maintain that same level of popularity over the past decade. The last mainline title, 2021’s Halo Infinite, was relatively well received but was hamstrung by poor post-launch support. Later in 2024, developer Halo Stud
  
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• 2,400,000 more people are now under a hosepipe ban

  20-07-2026 12:09 via metro.co.uk
  
  Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire will be under a hosepipe ban on Saturday (Picture: PA)More than two million people will be subject to a hosepipe ban as the lingering effects of recent heat waves persist.South East Water said 2.4 million customers will be affected by temporary restrictions in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire from Saturday.But the firm is asking customers to cut back water use straight away, telling them not to use hosepipes for their gardens, cars, patios, boats o
  
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• Hot Podium Guy is back once again as Andy Burnham officially becomes Prime Minister

  20-07-2026 11:50 via metro.co.uk
  
  To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser thatsupports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next PageIt’s a big day at Downing Street, which means Britain’s most sought-after political figure is once again outside Number 10: Hot Podium Guy.Tobias Gough is a sound engineer who has acquired quite the following in recent years, known for bringing out the famed lectern for PMs.Like Larry the Chief Mouser, he’s been spotted at various
  
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• BBC's star-studded licence fee advert is condemned as 'nauseating' and 'shameless-self promotion' as its star Romesh Ranganathan admits corporation has its 'flaws'

  20-07-2026 11:37 via dailymail.com
  
  The four-minute campaign film, titled What Has The BBC Ever Done For Me?, aired for the first time last night, featuring almost 100 famous faces ahead of crucial talks over the Royal Charter.
  
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• UK YouTube influencer accused of child sex crimes is set for extradition to Poland after High Court appeal fails

  20-07-2026 11:31 via dailymail.com
  
  Stuart Kluz-Burton - known online as Stuu - boasted 4.1million followers on his main channel posting videos about Minecraft and comedy sketches.
  
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• Spain star mimics Donald Trump while his back is turned during World Cup celebrations

  20-07-2026 11:29 via metro.co.uk
  
  Spain and Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino couldn’t resist copying Donald Trump’s dance on the podiumMikel Merino was caught imitating Donald Trump’s trademark dance as Spain’s jubilant squad celebrated their World Cup final victory over Argentina.Ferran Torres made himself an overnight national hero in a scrappy and ill-tempered contest in New Jersey, coming on to score the decisive goal in extra-time after Enzo Fernandez had been sent off for a second bookable offence.L
  
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• Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan addresses if she will return as Daisy

  20-07-2026 11:29 via metro.co.uk
  
  Daisy Midgeley left Coronation Street in 2025 (Picture: ITV)Coronation Street star Charlotte Jordan is best known to fans of the ITV soap for playing the role of Daisy Midgeley, and now she has addressed the possibility of a return.Daisy was involved in some major storylines during her time on the cobbles. Most notably, she found herself the target of stalker Justin Rutherford, who became obsessed with her after meeting her in the hospital waiting room.Tragically, Justin’s stalking led to
  
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• Asda's plans to build new 'town centre' with 1,500 flats around superstore will 'overwhelm GPs'

  20-07-2026 11:29 via dailymail.com
  
  Asda wants to convert its existing Park Royal site in north-west London into a new 60,000 sq ft superstore surrounded by blocks of flats up to 35 storeys high.
  
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• Christopher Bucktin: 'Trump, Muppets and Temu half-time show that exposed World Cup final's Americanisation'

  20-07-2026 11:25 via mirror.co.uk
  
  FIFA let America turn the World Cup final into a Temu circus of Muppets, punches, adverts and Trump, in what should have been the purest 90 minutes in sport
  
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• Spain star Dani Olmo punched by Argentina coach after World Cup final

  20-07-2026 11:24 via metro.co.uk
  
  Spain star Dani Olmo was attacked by a member of the Argentina backroom staff after the World Cup final (Picture: Getty)Argentina are likely to face FIFA sanctions following the disgraceful scenes that marred the aftermath of Sunday’s World Cup final.Spain were crowned champions following a well-deserved 1-0 victory, secured by Ferran Torres’ goal in the opening period of extra-time.
  Despite a late flurry, Argentina, who had been reduced to 10 men following Enzo Fernandez’s se
  
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• Andy Burnham is first openly Catholic PM as 'protection' for Church of England kicks in

  20-07-2026 11:21 via dailymail.com
  
  The long-standing religious divide means that measures are in place to protect the Church of England.
  
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• How the flood of Chinese electric vehicles into Australia is pushing other brands out - as European car giant pulls the pin on two popular models

  20-07-2026 11:13 via dailymail.com
  
  A European car manufacturer this week announced it will stop importing electric models to Australia due to increased competition from Chinese brands.
  
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• Gary Lineker tears into 'crazy' Enzo Fernandez as Argentina star's gesture says it all

  20-07-2026 11:13 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Enzo Fernandez was sent off in the World Cup final after the Argentina and Chelsea midfielder received two yellow cards in the space of 10 minutes against Spain
  
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• Full list of Argentina's 27 dirty tricks in World Cup final as they ruin greatest match

  20-07-2026 11:10 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Argentina enlisted the help of the dark arts in the World Cup final but were architects of their own downfall as Spain lifted the trophy
  
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• Family rack up £2,100 bill at resort before trying to flee Gran Canaria

  20-07-2026 11:10 via metro.co.uk
  
  The woman had been on holiday with her patner and child (Picture: National Police)A woman has been arrested and accused of trying to do a runner from her Spanish hotel without paying her £2,000 bill.The Irish woman was detained at Gran Canaria airport after spending two weeks in a lavish resort with her partner and child.Police have not released her age, but she appeared in court this morning.She had been staying at an unnamed hotel in San Bartolome de Tirajana, with a spokesman for the N
  
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• Brother sues two older siblings after their mother's body was left unburied in undertakers for FOUR YEARS amid family fight over her hospital Covid death

  20-07-2026 11:09 via dailymail.com
  
  Laura Collins had been on a ventilator for six months in Charing Cross Hospital but died aged 77 in 2022 when it was switched off following complications.
  
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• Girl, 11, who died as hair was trapped in pool is pictured after holiday tragedy

  20-07-2026 11:08 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Alice Ferrari, 11, was on holiday with her family in Sestri Levante in Lombardy, Italy, when she sadly died after her hair became trapped in a swimming pool's suction pipe
  
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• Oncologist says cancer can have 'silent symptoms' people ignore for months

  20-07-2026 11:03 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The cancer specialist has listed symptoms to look for and how to know when to ask for advice
  
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• World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament: Just one England star makes our XI

  20-07-2026 11:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Lionel Messi, Vozinha and Erling Haaland make our 2026 World Cup best XI (Picture: Getty/ Metro)The 2026 World Cup has finally drawn to a close with Spain crowned as fitting winners.
  The expanded format of the tournament has showcased even more excitement, controversy and, of course, incredible football talent than ever before.Many of the sport’s biggest names delivered but it was also a World Cup for the next generation of top players and for cult heroes whose heroics will never be forgo
  
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• England World Cup ratings: Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane shine but Thomas Tuchel fails to deliver

  20-07-2026 11:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  England fell short at the World Cup once again (Picture: Getty/Metro)Despite a manager who promised something different, for England it was another tournament that ended in an all-too familiar fashion.While victory over France on Saturday secured the Three Lions’ best World Cup finish since 1966, disappointment still hangs in the air after England’s crushing semi-final defeat to Argentina.A heroic victory over Mexico at the Azteca in the last-16 will stick long in the memory for tho
  
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• 'I was in prison for armed robbery but now I'm sponsored by Nike'

  20-07-2026 10:57 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Sport has always been a great leveller, unifying athletes and spectators from all different walks of life. But the real life stories of some of our greatest sporting stars of recent years are more extraordinary than their athletic prowess
  
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• World Cup final LIVE: Fifa investigation demanded after disgraceful Argentina throw punches at Spain players

  20-07-2026 10:56 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Spain have been crowned world champions but the behaviour of Argentina at the final whistle has led to calls for Fifa to ban several players - follow all the reaction
  
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• Queen Camilla's friend reveals how she really feels about ‘sudden’ change in role

  20-07-2026 10:52 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Queen Camilla, who recently turned 79, was said to be "happy" without a career before she took on a "huge" role alongside King Charles, but one friend has now shared how she truly feels about it
  
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• Nan had leg amputated and died after doctor 'butchered' her foot instead of running routine scan

  20-07-2026 10:52 via mirror.co.uk
  
  WARNING GRAPHIC IMAGES: Erna McGuinness was left with a large open wound that was just bandaged and she went into sceptic shock leading her to have her left leg amputated
  
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• 'I thought I had blocked milk duct - but it was actually deadly illness'

  20-07-2026 10:50 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Meera Kotecha only went to the doctors to have it checked out after talking to her sister
  
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• Hollyoaks confirms major character death as devastation rocks the village

  20-07-2026 10:50 via metro.co.uk
  
  A major Hollyoaks character has been declared dead (Picture: Lime Pictures / Metro)Hollyoaks spoilers follow for Monday’s (July 20) episodes that are now available to view on Channel 4 streaming. The episode in question will air on E4 on at 7pm.Rex Gallagher (Jonny Labey) was declared dead after show legend Darren Osborne (Ashley Taylor Dawson) stumbled upon a body in the garage.
  The mechanic was shot by an unknown assailant in dramatic and unexpected scenes last
  
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• 'I ended things with my sulky ex but I’m confused because I miss him'

  20-07-2026 10:48 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Coleen advises a reader who broke up with her long term partner when she realised the relationship wasn't right - but he contacts her all the time and she's worried she'll meet up with him again...
  
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• Emmerdale confirms the truth about Serena and John – and another big twist follows

  20-07-2026 10:44 via metro.co.uk
  
  A past connection (Picture: Shutterstock/ITV/Metro)The following article contains spoilers from the episode of Emmerdale dated July 20. It hasn’t aired on ITV1 yet, but can be viewed on ITVX and YouTube.Another huge twist has been revealed about Serena Sugden (Casey Al-Shaqsy) in Emmerdale.The character was asked to leave Emmerdale Farm last week after Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) discovered information about her and John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth).Determined to uncover her secrets, Chas st
  
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