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• Bellwright PS5 review – build your own medieval community

  16-06-2026 02:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Bellwright – it’s just a flesh wound, etc. (Snail Games)Kingdom Come: Deliverance may have cornered the market on historical role-players but this new indie game takes a more strategic approach to a similar concept.While there are countless games based on Tolkien’s vision of the Middle Ages, blending people living in primitive conditions with magic, fantastical beasts, and mythical evils, there’s another breed of role-playing game that ignores fantasy in favour of a more
  
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• Harry Maguire reveals ‘unique’ way Thomas Tuchel ended World Cup dream

  16-06-2026 14:15 via metro.co.uk
  
  Harry Maguire expected to be at the World Cup this summer (Picture: Getty Images)Harry Maguire says it was a unique and awkward way that Thomas Tuchel told him he would not be in the England squad this summer.The Manchester United centre-back did not make the 26-man World Cup squad, with Tuchel opting for the likes of John Stones, Marc Guehi, Ezri Konsa, Dan Burn and Jarell Quansah instead.It did not seem like a great surprise as Tuchel had rarely called upon Maguire and even said in March that
  
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• Dua Lipa and Callum Turner’s romantic honeymoon turns steamy on beach

  16-06-2026 14:13 via metro.co.uk
  
  Dua Lipa and Callum Turner have been spotted looking loved up on their honeymoon (Picture: Cobra Team/Backgrid)If there was ever any doubt that married life agrees with Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, their honeymoon photos have put that firmly to bed.The newlyweds have been spotted soaking up the sun on Italy’s breathtaking Amalfi Coast, and judging by the endless PDA, they appear to be in a haze of newlywed bliss.
  After exchanging vows in London before jetting off for a lavish Sicilian wedd
  
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• Shokz claims these are the ‘comfiest earbuds ever’ – I put OpenDots 2 to the test

  16-06-2026 14:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Are the Shokz OpenDots 2 worth the upgrade? (Picture: Metro/Shokz)
  Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more
  If you’re looking for a headphone upgrade but want a wireless pair that will block out the world on your commute and won’t fall out of your ears or leave them aching, you need to know about Shokz’s latest launch. Loved for its bone-conducting de
  
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• I flew in the ‘world’s best’ economy plane seat – here’s my honest verdict

  16-06-2026 14:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Metro reviews the economy seat regularly voted the best in the world (Picture: Getty Images)Cathay Pacific describes its economy cabin as the ‘world’s best’, promising seats of ‘unmatched comfort, delicious meal options, and an award-winning inflight entertainment system.’And after flying return through the airline’s Hong Kong hub, I can safely say the claim is well grounded.Founded in 1946, Cathay Pacific is Hong Kong’s flag carrier and one of Asia&rsq
  
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• Ex-banker Sajid Javid’s ‘worst financial decision’ was taking £98,588 MP salary

  16-06-2026 13:59 via metro.co.uk
  
  Sir Sajid Javid took a vast pay cut when he became an MP (Picture: Justin Tallis/AFP via Getty Images)Former Tory minister Sir Sajid Javid has said the ‘worst financial decision’ of his career was becoming an MP and taking home a £98,599 salary.The ex-banker and former chancellor said despite it being one of his ‘best life decisions’, being elected to parliament left him earning, in real terms, less than he did in the financial sector at 21.MPs currently earn at le
  
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• Phantom Blade 0 dev explains why it doesn’t care about competition from GTA 6

  16-06-2026 13:52 via metro.co.uk
  
  Phantom Blade 0 doesn’t fear GTA (S-Game)Phantom Blade 0’s director has said there are no plans to shift its release date further away from GTA 6, even though other publishers are running scared.One look at the autumn release schedules shows just how terrified other video game publishers are by the release of GTA 6 in November. They’re all keeping well out of its way, but that’s created a huge traffic jam of new releases in September and October, in which many are going
  
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• Coronation Street confirms Jodie gun twist – and lives are on the line

  16-06-2026 13:49 via metro.co.uk
  
  Carl tried to put things right, but Jodie ensured everything just got worse (Picture: ITV/Metro)This article contains spoilers for tonight’s (Tuesday, June 16) Coronation Street, which has not yet aired on TV but is available to watch now on YouTube and ITVX.Yesterday’s episode left us hanging when it came to the Websters. Locked in the garage by Ronnie Bailey (Vinta Morgan) as a sweating Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) paced, Carl Webster (Jonathan Howard)
  
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• Tom Holland confirms he’s married to Zendaya with wedding details

  16-06-2026 13:46 via metro.co.uk
  
  Tom Holland and Zendaya are a very private couple, but finally they have shared some wedding details (Picture: Raul Terrel/Europa Press via Getty Images)Spider-Man actor Tom Holland has confirmed he is married to Euphoria star Zendaya, after speculation around their wedding.The 30-year-old has clarified details about who was at the event, revealing that it did in fact happen.Earlier this year AI photos of the A-list couple, at what looked like their own fancy Italian wedding, were doing the rou
  
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• FBI thwarts UFC drone attack ‘plot’ involving snipers and storming the White House

  16-06-2026 13:45 via metro.co.uk
  
  The planned attack would have taken place during Donald Trump’s 80th birthday UFC fight (Picture: AFP)The FBI managed to thwart a planned drone attack, which would have used explosives, snipers, and involved storming the White House.The planned attack would have taken place during Donald Trump’s 80th birthday UFC fight, which unfolded without a hitch this weekend.The terror attack planned to use explosive drones to hit buildings in the area, before fleeing crowds were killed by snip
  
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• On track for fashion glory! Royal Ascot racegoers pull out all the stops in neon looks and statement hats as the festival gets off to a stylish start

  16-06-2026 13:43 via dailymail.com
  
  Glamorous racegoers have pulled out all the sartorial stops as they arrived at Royal Ascot today to kick off the annual celebration in style.
  
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• England star set to withdraw from World Cup squad as Thomas Tuchel lines up replacement

  16-06-2026 13:41 via metro.co.uk
  
  Tino Livramento is set to be ruled out of England’s squad (Getty)Tino Livramento is set to be ruled out of England’s World Cup campaign through injury.According to The Telegraph, the Newcastle United full-back has suffered a hamstring injury which will force him to miss the tournament.The report adds that England head coach Thomas Tuchel is expected to select a replacement, with Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah in contention to be picked.FIFA allows nations to replace injured players
  
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• Stop 'looking older' by applying one product daily Dr Amir Khan recommends

  16-06-2026 13:38 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The doctor warned that people are being damaged daily by this natural source
  
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• Retired historian couple win £3.3million payout after flooding destroyed garden and swimming pool at their historic Tudor riverside home  visited by Henry VIII

  16-06-2026 13:38 via dailymail.com
  
  A retired couple have won a £3.3million payout after their £2million Tudor home that once accommodated Henry VIII was ruined by flood damage caused by the Environment Agency (EA).
  
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• The patients poisoned by MRI machines: Joint pain, memory loss and vision problems... why a growing number believe their scans are to blame for their debilitating symptoms - and what our experts have to say

  16-06-2026 13:36 via dailymail.com
  
  Two hours after the first scan he felt suddenly 'drained of energy', says David. 'It's ruining my life. I still have joint pain, brain fog, memory loss and problems with my vision.'
  
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• Hidden secrets of UK city that shaped bands from Pulp and Human League to Arctic Monkeys

  16-06-2026 13:36 via mirror.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: Sheffield has produced some of the UK's most iconic music acts, from Pulp to Arctic Monkeys. It's musical roots were first planted in the rubble of the war.
  
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• Prince George will follow in dad’s footsteps by attending Eton

  16-06-2026 13:34 via metro.co.uk
  
  Like father, like son (Picture: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)Prince George will soon be throwing on a tailcoat and white tie to school as he’s set to start Eton College in the autumn.
  Prince William and Kate Middleton’s eldest son, 12, will finish his final term at Lambrook School in Berkshire in July.
  He has been studying there with his sister Charlotte and brother Louis.The Waleses said today: ‘Kensington Palace can confirm that Prince George will attend Eton College from t
  
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• Hydrangeas will 'flourish' better in gardens with 3 companion plants that they 'love'

  16-06-2026 13:33 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Hydrangeas are one of the most popular garden plants around, and companion planting can have an immense impact on how they grow.
  
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• Sickening 'Instagram-ready' life of Preston Davey's evil adoptive dads

  16-06-2026 13:32 via mirror.co.uk
  
  WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT: Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley gave the outward impression of being devoted parents to their adopted son Preston Davey. Then the sick truth came to light
  
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• Woman's 'gym aches' left her paralysed and considering amputation

  16-06-2026 13:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The condition causes 'considerable pain' and has changed her 'completely normal' life
  
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• UK tourists urged to do crucial travel check before getting to airport

  16-06-2026 13:29 via mirror.co.uk
  
  As summer approaches, many people are preparing for their holidays, and experts are warning people to triple-check one key detail
  
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• Moment anti-fur protesters storm Fendi in London as social media users call for security guard to get a pay rise

  16-06-2026 13:29 via dailymail.com
  
  Footage of the raid that turned violent on the designer shop in New Bond Street has circulated online, with commenters rallying behind the guard's frantic defence.
  
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• Should Beatrice and Eugenie attend Ascot alongside the Royal Family? Take our poll and have your say

  16-06-2026 13:28 via mirror.co.uk
  
  One of the biggest summer events on the royal calendar is just hours away, with members of the Royal Family set to kick off the five-day races with their annual carriage procession
  
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• Aldi opening 16 new stores within months - is where you live on the list?

  16-06-2026 13:28 via dailymail.com
  
  Over the next few months Aldi will open stores in London's Marble Arch, Port Talbot, Wales, and Wigan in Greater Manchester.
  
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• Royal Ascot 2026: Spectacular sea of colour as fashion leads the way on day one - in pictures

  16-06-2026 13:27 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Royal Ascot 2026 got underway today at the Berkshire racecourse and, as the Mirror saw an amazing sea of colour at the event, the stage is set for another act as the finest thoroughbreds
  
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• ‘World’s biggest bouncy castle’ is coming to the UK — with adults-only sessions

  16-06-2026 13:25 via metro.co.uk
  
  The world’s biggest bouncy castle is coming to the UK this summer (Picture: Braintree Village/Mega Bounce)Growing up, if you were lucky enough to be invited to a birthday party where there was a bouncy castle, you knew you were in for a treat.It might’ve been a good 20 (plus) years since you’ve been on one, but if you’ve been feeling particularly sentimental lately and want to channel the nostalgia with your very-own adult version, now is the time.Now, the ‘world&r
  
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• No10 insists Dartmoor ponies are 'safe' as Kemi Badenoch leads fury at prospect of 'mass slaughter' after quango ruling

  16-06-2026 13:25 via dailymail.com
  
  There are fears that nine in 10 of the animals could be culled after a ruling from Natural England that grazing must be reduced by 75 per cent.
  
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• Hero Irish barman who went viral for kicking 'Raise the Colours' provocateur Ryan Bridge out of his pub breaks his silence on what really happened that day - and why he he has PITY for some of those he threw out...

  16-06-2026 13:25 via dailymail.com
  
  Speaking for the first time publicly about the incident, Danny - who didn't want his surname used - insisted his actions were not politically motivated.
  
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• 'No place like home': Ready Steady Cook host Peter Everett, 66, allowed to return to house where he allegedly indecently assaulted teenage boy

  16-06-2026 13:23 via dailymail.com
  
  Everett, 66, is charged with sexually touching the boy without consent following an alleged late-afternoon incident at his NSW Central Coast home in July 2025.
  
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• McDonald's confirms major change in UK branches from July 14 as fans say 'no way'

  16-06-2026 13:22 via mirror.co.uk
  
  McDonald's is making the changes after 15 years and some fans are not happy
  
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