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• Fire drama rocks Aaron and Robert in Emmerdale but the wrong person is blamed

  11-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  Is #robrons Christmas about to go up in flames? (Picture: ITV)There’s a roaring fire in Emmerdale this Christmas – and it’s got nothing to do with chestnuts.2025 has been a mixed bag for Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) and Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley). Although they returned to the village and officially reunited, the future of our beloved #Robron was threatened by the arrival of the slightly unstable Kev Towsend (Chris Coghill). Think Begbie from Trainspotting – If Begbie ha
  
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• Two students killed after gunman opens fire during university exam

  14-12-2025 08:31 via metro.co.uk
  Officers armed with AR-15-style rifles flooded the Ivy League university (Picture: AP)Two people have died and nine others have been injured in a shooting at a US university.The gunman, who remains at large, opened fire inside a building at Brown University, Rhode Island, around 9pm (UK time).People were seen running out of the engineering building, where students were taking a final economics exam.Police released CCTV footage of a person they believe is the shooter, though their face is not vi
  
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• Enzo Maresca told Chelsea are ‘blessed’ to have £31m star after Everton win

  14-12-2025 08:26 via metro.co.uk
  Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca (Picture: Getty)Danny Murphy says Chelsea are ‘blessed’ to have the unlikely ‘star of the show’ from their ‘huge’ Premier League victory over Everton.Enzo Maresca’s side ended a four-game winless run with a 2-0 victory over the Toffees at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.Cole Palmer scored his first goal since September following Malo Gusto’s through ball but the latter doubled Chelsea’s lead on the stroke of half-time.C
  
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• Strictly star Karen Carney: ‘I sometimes lack self-belief – but I’ve never given up’

  14-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  Karen Carney has been one of the breakout stars of Strictly 2025 (Picture: Kieron McCarron/BBC/PA Wire)Key Pointssummary__ai-icon
  Karen Carney, ex-footballer turned TV pundit, is now a semi-finalist on Strictly Come Dancing 2025.Karen’s determination and resilience, shaped by her football career, have driven her success on Strictly.Speaking to Metro, she honours her parents’ work ethic and the support from her fellow contestants in the competition.Created with AI assistance. Quality
  
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• Cambridge Satchel launches new Festive Collection just in time for Christmas party season

  14-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  We’ve just found the latest bags to lust over. (Picture: Metro/Getty/Cambridge Satchel)
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  Cambridge Satchel Company is a longstanding accessories brand that Taylor Swift is a fan of. While many may be familiar with the brand’s iconic satchel, there is a new collection in town, we think will be a hit this Christmas. Cam
  
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• Purple-haired DoorDash driver arrested after shocking doorbell footage showed woman dousing couple's order with pepper spray

  14-12-2025 07:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A DoorDash driver has been arrested after investigators say she deliberately sprayed a fast-food order with pepper spray, an act all captured on a doorbell camera in Indiana.
  
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• Parents' fury after booking trips to Santa's home in Lapland... only to find they're in a Finnish town 300 miles away - famed for its tar industry

  14-12-2025 07:38 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Lapland in the Arctic Circle is famously associated with Father Christmas, and the Finnish city of Rovaniemi even proclaims itself to be his official hometown.
  
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• Warning as GP says this cough means you have Covid - not flu or a cold

  14-12-2025 07:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Symptoms of these illnesses overlap but there are ways to distinguish them
  
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• Triple H fires back at WWE fans’ abuse over controversial John Cena retirement

  14-12-2025 07:00 via metro.co.uk
  Triple H shrugged off the visceral reaction from fans (Picture: WWE)Key Pointssummary__ai-icon
  John Cena retired from WWE after a controversial loss to GUNTHER, sparking strong fan reactions at Saturday Night’s Main EventTriple H responded to the backlash, defending the decision and emphasising its importance for the future of wrestlingOpinions were split among fans, with some supporting GUNTHER’s win as the right move for WWE, and something John Cena supportedCreated with AI assist
  
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• Samus Aran is the worst thing about Metroid Prime 4 – Reader’s Feature

  14-12-2025 07:00 via metro.co.uk
  Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – not a narrative masterpiece (Nintendo)After playing Metroid Prime 4, a reader suggests that silent protagonist Samus Aran is the worst thing about it and dragging the franchise down.If there’s one thing Nintendo has never been very good at, it’s storytelling. Although that’s not quite fair. They’ve never really been interested and so have very little practice and don’t seem to really care whether it works or not when they do try it.
  
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• Gripping crime thrillers to keep you entertained during the Christmas break

  14-12-2025 07:00 via metro.co.uk
  Here’s some inspiration for what thrillers to tune into over the Christmas break! (Pictures: Rex/ Netflix/ AP)Although many people might be gearing up for Christmas by tuning into the classic movies or racing through the string of new cheesy releases, others might be keen for something decidedly less festive.With the countdown to some time off on the cards for many, it’s time to start planning what to tune into once you’ve been stuffed to the brim with roasts and puddings &nda
  
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• Cancer expert tells men - 'Ask your dad four questions, it could save his life'

  14-12-2025 07:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in UK men, with around 63,000 new cases diagnosed each year, affecting one in eight men
  
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• Exactly what to say when Christmas parcels get damaged or lost

  14-12-2025 06:59 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The free online service creates a detailed letter-style complaint in seconds
  
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• Dunelm's £15 'emergency Christmas chairs' that 'look expensive'

  14-12-2025 06:45 via mirror.co.uk
  
  People had lots of glowing praise for the 'luxe' seats that were perfect to pull out for guests
  
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• Woman beheaded ex-husband and disposed of his head before marrying his son

  14-12-2025 06:39 via mirror.co.uk
  
  WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Devyn Michaels, 47, was found guilty of first-degree murder following a two-week trial in Las Vegas after her ex-husband Jonathan Willette's headless body was discovered
  
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• UK snow: Met Office names 15 dates snowfall could hit in December and January

  14-12-2025 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  New long-range forecasts predict temperatures could plummet with wintry showers to follow, as models suggest the potential for a White Christmas with snow from Scotland down to the Home Counties
  
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• Home Bargains 'giant' LED sleigh 'adds magical touch to homes for Christmas'

  14-12-2025 06:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The budget retailer could have just the thing for festive fans looking for a 'show-stopping' decoration
  
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• Barefoot Investor Scott Pape sounds alarm over 'death trap' hiding in mortgages

  14-12-2025 05:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Barefoot Investor Scott Pape has warned Australians not to fall for a trap when considering what mortgage to take out.
  
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• Brown University shooting suspect seen fleeing campus in chill new video as manhunt continues

  14-12-2025 05:45 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Police released video of the suspected Brown University shooter showing a man dressed in black calmly walking away from the area, with authorities urging the public to study his gait.
  
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• Brown University shooting suspect seen fleeing campus in new video

  14-12-2025 05:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Follow here for live updates over the active shooter at Brown University in Rhode Island.
  
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• Anna Kepner's aunt reveals fears teen cheerleader had about stepbrother before she was found dead on cruise

  14-12-2025 05:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The aunt of slain cruise passenger Anna Kepner has revealed the conflicts in the family and the fears she said the 18-year-old cheerleader had about her stepbrother.
  
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• Man 'kills ex-girlfriend and parades body in shopping trolley before dumping remains'

  14-12-2025 05:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Thomas Perales has been charged with first-degree murder, tampering with a deceased human corpse, domestic violence as a habitual offender, and two charges of violating a protection order
  
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• I was at a cafe when a stranger made a comment that got under my skin... why is this still happening in Australia?

  14-12-2025 05:26 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  An Asian-Australian has vented his frustration over a huge problem in Australia.
  
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• What does the week have in store? Your tarot horoscope reading for December 15 to December 21

  14-12-2025 05:00 via metro.co.uk
  Get ready for a new week (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk)Mars moves into Capricorn this week which means power meets purpose, ambition meets determination.
  It creates a sense of unstoppable progress, an irresistible force, an ask that won’t be denied.Work and career are key themes with these two planets, as are competitions, challenges, personal growth, and education. You are getting better, stronger, faster, clearer.Let’s use the cards to tell you what you must pursue for yourself this
  
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• Two students killed at Brown University when gunman opens fire inside classroom during final exam as cops warn 'stay inside' amid manhunt

  14-12-2025 05:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Brown University in Rhode Island has been put under lockdown amid reports that 'multiple victims' were shot by an active shooter on Saturday evening, with the suspect at large on the campus.
  
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• I was a cafe when a stranger made a comment that got under my skin... why is this still happening in Australia?

  14-12-2025 04:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  An Asian-Australian has vented his frustration over a huge problem in Australia.
  
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• Brown University students remain in lockdown FOUR hours after first shots fired amid fears gunman 'could be anywhere'

  14-12-2025 04:07 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Follow here for live updates over the active shooter at Brown University in Rhode Island.
  
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• Girl, 17, plunges to her death while trying to take photo on Moffat Beach cliff

  14-12-2025 04:01 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Queensland Police were called to Queen of Colonies Parade in Moffat Beach at around 6.40pm last night following reports a 17-year-old girl had fallen around 30 metres to her death
  
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• The secret burning of the bones of 42 lions: LORD ASHCROFT on why he'll never stop fighting the monsters who breed these majestic animals solely to be shot by wealthy tourists

  14-12-2025 03:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Amid great secrecy, in the presence of just a few others, I witnessed a scene that's never occurred here or anywhere else in the world before: the burning of dozens of lion bones.
  
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• Could a nose swab pick up signs of dementia decades before symptoms begin?

  14-12-2025 03:29 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Research has found traces of proteins linked to the condition in the noses of people who have no signs of it.
  
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