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• Grooveshark creator, 28, found dead

  20-07-2015 23:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Co-founder of recently-shut down music streaming website is found dead in his Florida home, local police have said.
  
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• London Trans+ Pride expects record attendees amid clamp on rights

  24-07-2026 09:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  In the face of new guidance on ‘single-sex’ spaces, organisers say the event is ‘important now more than ever’ (Picture: Lucian M-Konz)Tomorrow, London Trans+ Pride will be filling the streets with joy – but there’s a sombre undertone.Metro spoke with Lewis G. Burton, a founding member of the event, and Zack Polanski about the added weight of this year’s event as trans rights face the prospect of being rolled back.‘It feels important now more than
  
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• I’ve travelled the world and my favourite place is Europe’s ‘most misunderstood’ country

  24-07-2026 09:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Sprawled over plateaus and promenades, this is one of Europe’s most picturesque cities (Picture: Getty Images)Luxembourgers like to travel.
  The country has the second highest rate of outbound tourism in the European Union, with 83% of residents taking at least one international trip each year. But Luxembourg doesn’t attract visitors in the same way.The Grand Duchy has long been afflicted with a boring reputation.
  Described as a ‘ghost town at weekends’ and ‘all wor
  
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• Katie Price confronted Lee Andrews over ‘plans to leave her for a younger man’

  24-07-2026 08:43 via metro.co.uk
  
  Katie Price’s husband Lee Andrews has reportedly been promising to leave her (Picture: @wesleeeandrews)While Katie Price fans have been screaming for her to leave Lee Andrews, it seems he may have his own exit strategy.The whirlwind romance Katie thought she was signing up for has turned into an absolute mess after Lee was accused of being a conman, a liar and found himself in prison not once, but twice.Katie’s friends and family have reportedly been begging her to leave h
  
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• X Factor man says going to B&M was like 'being transported to hell'

  24-07-2026 08:36 via mirror.co.uk
  
  He filmed the 'ridiculous' situation in a video which hit a nerve
  
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• Uproar as ABC airs 'pornographic violent fantasy' about Gina Rinehart on competition show: 'Turn into sausage roll'

  24-07-2026 08:36 via dailymail.com
  
  The ABC has come under heavy fire for airing a 'vile attack' about Gina Rinehart so disturbing that one of the broadcaster's own presenters branded the gag as 'nasty'.
  
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• Mississippi mom killed her son and hid his body behind a fake wall for years - all while pretending to be him

  24-07-2026 08:36 via dailymail.com
  
  Authorities said that the son died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. He had been reported missing by his brother.
  
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• Marvelous Mrs. Maisel set decorator Mary Kate Golding dies in ‘suspected murder-suicide’ stabbing

  24-07-2026 08:32 via metro.co.uk
  
  A prominent set decorator, Mary Kate Golding, has died as the result of a suspected murder suicide (Picture: Facebook)Mary Kate Golding, the set decorator behind hit shows including The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Goosebumps and Mr. and Mrs. Smith, has died aged 34 after she was fatally stabbed in her New York home.Police discovered Golding with a stab wound to her back after responding to a 911 call reporting an assault at her apartment in Astoria, Queens, shortly after midnight on Tuesday.Emergenc
  
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• UK airport drop off fees up by a third - full list of most expensive

  24-07-2026 08:28 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The cost to drop friends and family off at the airport this summer has increased by a third at most airports across the UK - with some short stays costing a whopping £10
  
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• Toddler dies after being ‘forgotten’ inside sweltering minibus ‘for seven hours’

  24-07-2026 08:28 via metro.co.uk
  
  The 18-month-old girl was found in a ‘critical condition’ inside the vehicle in Almada on the southern bank of the Tagus River directly opposite the capital Lisbon (Picture: Getty Images)A toddler has died after being ‘forgotten’ and left on a nursery minibus for around seven hours amid searing temperatures in Portugal.The 18-month-old girl was found in a ‘critical condition’ inside the vehicle in Almada on the southern bank of the Tagus River directly opposi
  
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• Real-life superhero moment as driver dressed as Spider-Man comes to rescue of man using wheelchair

  24-07-2026 08:27 via dailymail.com
  
  Christopher Hellenthal, 20, was still dressed as Spider-Man hero after work on Tuesday when he spotted a pedestrian in a wheelchair struggling to cross a six-lane highway.
  
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• Which is actually better for your gut Greek yoghurt or natural yoghurt?

  24-07-2026 08:20 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Both yoghurts are packed with nutrients and good bacteria, but the benefits of natural yoghurt and Greek yoghurt differ more than most people realise
  
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• 'I'm a binman — you can only leave rubbish beside bin if you do one check first'

  24-07-2026 08:20 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A binman has settled the debate on whether excess rubbish can be left beside wheelie bins
  
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• 'I spent £4,100 on jabs and lost just 11lbs but one diet actually worked'

  24-07-2026 08:16 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Karen Lay says the injections won't work for everyone but she found a way to lose three stone
  
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• Ryanair CEO hits back at 'nonsensical claims' man was sucked out of window mid-flight

  24-07-2026 08:14 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Ljubisa Karović was asleep on board flight FR1879 from Greece to Germany on July 10 when he was woken by the sound of a window shattering - CEO Michael O'Leary has apologised for the incident
  
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• 'I added 5 self-care steps into my routine and it's transformed my life'

  24-07-2026 08:12 via mirror.co.uk
  
  It's often difficult to find the time to look after our own mental health and wellbeing, but for one woman there are five 'hacks' we can apply to care for ourselves during our everyday routines
  
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• Pictured: Saudi prince found dead in luxury London hotel room with cocktail of party drugs in his system after detoxing at the Priory

  24-07-2026 08:11 via dailymail.com
  
  Prince Abdullah bin Fahad bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Jalawi al Saud (pictured) was discovered by a cleaner on the bathroom floor of his hotel room on November 25 last year.
  
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• Ben Needham's mum in secret trip to Kos - convincing her it's 'impossible' he was killed in digger accident

  24-07-2026 08:04 via mirror.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: Kerry Needham has returned to the island of Kos and made a plea for the younger generation on the island to help find her missing son as she dismissed a police theory
  
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• Two Emmerdale exes share a surprise kiss – and it will lead to serious consequences

  24-07-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Oh, awkward! (Picture: ITV)They say you lose ’em the way you got ‘em and Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) is playing right into that trope in Emmerdale.Her wedding to Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) is right around the corner, but so is her big exit, and we might be starting to see exactly how it happens.Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham) has started seeing Dawn’s ex Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle), and it’s ignited an unexpected fire in Dawn.
  She has worked hard to try and encourage the cou
  
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• Tourists are being warned to stay away from this viral UK beauty spot

  24-07-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Brombil Reservoir has become a popular beauty spot for locals and tourists (Picture: Getty Images)Tucked in the valleys of Margam, South Wales is a tranquil reservoir with striking blue waters, surrounded by lush green hills.Referred to as the ‘blue lagoon’, Brombil Reservoir dates back to the 19th century. Around 100 feet deep and rumoured to contain several abandoned cars, it’s uniquely positioned just a stone’s throw from Port Talbot steel works.It can be difficult to
  
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• Test your Corrie, Emmerdale and EastEnders knowledge with Metro’s weekly Soaps quiz!

  24-07-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Been watching the soaps this week? (Picture: Shutterstock/ Metro)Another Friday has rolled around… along with your weekly quiz about the latest episodes of your favourite soaps.On Coronation Street, the police have slapped the cuffs on Theo’s killer Sarah Platt (Tina O’Brien) – while one couple has been concerned about their cash flow.
  There’s been police investigations in EastEnders too, where new copper DC Craig (Matthew James Bailey) has joined Jack Branning (S
  
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• Denise in EastEnders is left utterly disgusted by revelation from Chelsea

  24-07-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  A secret is revealed (Picture: BBC)Denise Fox (Diane Parish) learns of a huge secret in EastEnders soon, as Ian Beale’s (Adam Woodyatt) fate is revealed after the incident that put young Jordan Fox in hospital.During Ross Marshall (Alex Walkinshaw) and Vicki Fowler’s (Alice Haig) wedding, Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) shouted at son Jordan, which resulted in him running away from the venue. He was hit by a car that was being driven by Ian, and rushed to hospital afterwards.It’
  
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• Caroline Hirons’ Skin Rocks just slashed 20% off almost everything for one week only

  24-07-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Skin Rocks launches biggest sale of the year with 20% off bestselling skincare. (Picture: Metro/Getty/Skin Rocks)
  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
  Let’s face it, the beauty world can feel overwhelming. New brands launch almost daily, while existing favourites race to release the latest trending products, making it hard to know what’s actually worth inves
  
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• Brit living in Benidorm says Spanish town 'isn't safe for children'

  24-07-2026 07:58 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Harry has explained why families may want to avoid the famous resort
  
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• UK ‘ready to defend itself’ after Iran threatens to strike RAF base used by US

  24-07-2026 07:57 via metro.co.uk
  
  Ground crew personnel work by a USAF B-1B bomber at RAF Fairford airbase (Picture: Reuters)Britain ‘stands ready 24/7 to defend itself’, the Government has said, after Iran threatened to strike a Royal Air Force base used by the US.In a statement yesterday, Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) accused the Government of ‘complicity in the crime of aggression and war crimes’ by allowing the US to carry out ‘unlawful attacks’.While the Government has r
  
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• UK ‘ready to defend itself’ after Iran threatens RAF base

  24-07-2026 07:57 via metro.co.uk
  
  Ground crew personnel work by a USAF B-1B bomber at RAF Fairford airbase (Picture: Reuters)Britain ‘stands ready 24/7 to defend itself’, the Government has said, after Iran threatened to strike a Royal Air Force base used by the US.In a statement yesterday, Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) accused the Government of ‘complicity in the crime of aggression and war crimes’ by allowing the US to carry out ‘unlawful attacks’.While the Government has r
  
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• Cops refuse to rule out shock suspect in brutal murder-suicide case that left 4 kids, their mom and grandmother dead

  24-07-2026 07:34 via dailymail.com
  
  Police investigating a devastating murder-suicide that left four young children, their mother and grandmother dead have not yet ruled out a surprising suspect.
  
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• House of Horrors mom insists her kids were NOT 'feral', as lawyer reveals her incredulous excuse for their 'messy' home

  24-07-2026 07:29 via dailymail.com
  
  The mother accused of abusing her children has pushed back on suggestions that her kids were 'feral,' as her lawyer offered an explanation for their 'messy' house of horrors.
  
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• Albanese government pledges extra $4.6billion for AUKUS shipyard - but critics warn it will make Australia a nuclear target

  24-07-2026 07:14 via dailymail.com
  
  AUKUS critic Mark Beeson criticised the additional funding and warned AUKUS shipyards could paint a target on Australia.
  
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• Man, 23, dies while being arrested at Adelaide pub after 'violent struggle'

  24-07-2026 06:50 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A man who threatened to stab police officers and attempted to bite them on numerous occasions died while being arrested outside a popular pub
  
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