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• Is Cole Palmer’s withdrawal from the England squad really that bad?

  24-09-2026 15:01 via metro.co.uk
  
  Cole Palmer pulled out of international duty over a minor injury (Picture: Getty/Metro)We’re only a few days into the longest ever international break and it appears we’re already starting to lose our collective minds.
  Ahead of a genuinely exciting game against Spain tomorrow, when we should be talking about how exactly Thomas Tuchel plans to fix some of the problems that left England short during the World Cup, we’ve instead spent the week returning to the old club vs country
  
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• Supermarket own-brand crisps voted better than Walkers — and they’re £1

  30-09-2026 09:05 via metro.co.uk
  
  Eight crisps were pitted against each other (Picture: Maicey Navarro Griffiths)We Brits are very particular about our crisps, from flavour to brand.There’s three varieties in particular that tend to top food surveys: Cheese & Onion, Salted and, of course, Salt & Vinegar.The later is there for you on a hangover, or when you’re just feeling snacky.So, with a growing number of own-brand crisps from Tesco to Morrisons entering the chat, we sampled various supermarket Salt &
  
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• UK to Ireland ferry passengers asked to show passports for first time in 100 years

  30-09-2026 09:03 via metro.co.uk
  
  The rule will apply to Stena Lines and Irish Ferries routes between the UK and Ireland (Picture: Getty Images)Those travelling between Ireland and the UK by ferry are being asked to show their passports for the first time in over a century this week, thanks to a new rule.As of Monday, passports became a requirement for boarding at Holyhead, Fishguard, Pembroke, Dublin and Rosslare ports with operators including Stena Line and Irish Ferries.Previously, passengers were able to use other forms of
  
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• FlyDubai FZ1073 'hijacking' live: Israel scrambles fighter jets as 'hijack' alert issued

  30-09-2026 08:58 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A Boeing 737 passenger plane operated by Fly Dubai, flying from Dubai to Israel, transmitted a code 7500 - signalling a possible hijacking
  
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• Drivers face 60-minute delays on M6 after overrunning roadworks

  30-09-2026 08:54 via metro.co.uk
  
  Rush hour traffic is in gridlock on the M6 northbound near J11 (Picture: National Highways)Drivers have been caught up in traffic mayhem on the M6 due to overrunning roadworks.
  Motorists have been warned of up to 60-minute delays on the M6 as the rush hour gets into full swing.
  A stretch of the M6 remains closed northbound between J11 Shareshill and J12 Gailey, causing long tailbacks in the area.Slow traffic is snarling back towards Walsall as queues stretch for six miles, and nearby roads like
  
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• Defiant response of cop who Tasered amputee, 92, just weeks before he died

  30-09-2026 08:54 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A misconduct hearing was launched for two police officers who pepper-sprayed, Tasered and struck a 92-year-old pensioner with a baton at his care home just weeks before he died
  
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• Three groups who should not have 2026 flu jab as NHS October 1 rollout begins

  30-09-2026 08:52 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Children and pregnant women have already been able to have their vaccination with a general rollout for those who qualify starting in days
  
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• Greggs to axe 740 jobs and close four of bakery giant's manufacturing sites

  30-09-2026 08:47 via mirror.co.uk
  
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• RAF Fairford police swoop came 'after suspect called 999 himself'

  30-09-2026 08:43 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The five men arrested in connection with an incident near RAF Fairford have been released on bail as police continue their investigations at the air base used by the US military
  
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• Buckingham Palace staff are given alcohol awareness course to teach them how to deal with colleagues who are under the influence

  30-09-2026 08:43 via dailymail.com
  
  The educational sessions offered to the royal staff included raising awareness of mindful drinking and 'grey area drinking'.
  
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• Burnham faces Labour backlash as he hints at going 'all the way' and pledging to rejoin EU at next election

  30-09-2026 08:42 via dailymail.com
  
  Andy Burnham used his Labour conference speech to blame Brexit for many of the country's issues, saying he will spell out options at a summit with Brussels later this year.
  
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• Royal Mail issues jobs update ahead of 'busiest time of year'

  30-09-2026 08:41 via mirror.co.uk
  
  It involves more than 22,000 roles
  
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• Greggs is to close four manufacturing sites costing 740 jobs, the bakery chain announces

  30-09-2026 08:41 via dailymail.com
  
  High street bakery chain Greggs said it plans to close four manufacturing sites with the expected loss of around 740 jobs in the next two-and-a-half years.
  
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• Andy Burnham - live: Labour PM says UK could 'go all the way' and rejoin EU in Brexit reversal

  30-09-2026 08:39 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham is following up on his ground-breaking speech at the Labour Party Conference, where he outlined major policy initiatives including changes to the triple lock pension, electoral reform, and a repeal of the public water ownership ban
  
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• Powerful moment Coogee shark attack survivor mum returns to the beach for the first time after months of haunting flashbacks

  30-09-2026 08:26 via dailymail.com
  
  Ms Stewart, 35, posted a video of herself setting foot on Coogee Beach for the first time since the attack in June.
  
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• Spanish fighter jets scrambled AGAIN as 'moving target' spotted after Russian onslaught

  30-09-2026 08:22 via mirror.co.uk
  
  NATO fighter jets from Spain were scrambled after an unidentified “moving target” was detected near Romania’s border with Ukraine amid heightened tensions following Russian attacks.
  
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• Pauline Hanson reveals theory Albanese is plotting to derail One Nation if it wins the next election in Daily Mail YouTube interview

  30-09-2026 08:20 via dailymail.com
  
  Pauline Hanson has revealed what she believes Anthony Albanese is plotting to curb One Nation's growing support ahead of the next federal election - in an exclusive interview with Daily Mail.
  
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• Actor Chad Lowe’s daughter dies aged 13: ‘We are deeply heartbroken’

  30-09-2026 08:15 via metro.co.uk
  
  Chad Lowe pictured with his wife Kim Painter and their three daughters, from left to right, Nixie, Fiona and Mabel (Picture: Cover Images)Hollywood actor Chad Lowe’s daughter Fiona has died at the age of 13, her family has confirmed.The family said they were ‘deeply heartbroken’ by the loss of Fiona, describing her as ‘smart, creative’ and someone who ‘loved to dance’.Fiona was Chad’s second daughter with Kim Painter. She is survived by her parent
  
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• Man City charges LIVE: Punishment latest, club statement, Ferran Soriano video

  30-09-2026 08:08 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The latest news on Manchester City's charges after the club were found guilty of alleged breaches of Premier League financial rules
  
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• Drivers face new £150 fine from today — most don't even know it's an offence

  30-09-2026 08:07 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The fine has been increased from £20 to a maximum of £150.
  
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• Forget boring work shirts, these blouses will make you excited for the office again

  30-09-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  It’s teh easiest way to take your look from day to night – and still look smart. (Picture: Metro/Getty)
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  We’ve been spoiled with a lengthy summer this year, which has meant our seasonal wardrobe has been working overtime with floaty dresses, minimal layers, colourful shades and playful patterns.However, when the weat
  
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• Emmerdale star warns Nicola ‘is going to kill’ Sadie as the truth explodes

  30-09-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  ‘Nicola should chuck her in the back of a bin lorry and have done with it!’ (Picture: ITV/Metro)Nicola King has lost a beloved husband, but gained a deadly nemesis. It’s been a busy old month in Emmerdale.It broke poor Nico’s heart – and the hearts of a soap-watching nation – when her loveably oafish hubby Jimmy King (Nick Miles) met his ultimately demise in a tragic car accident on the day of Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) and Dawn Taylor’s (Olivia Bromley) w
  
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• All Coronation Street spoilers for next week as major character shot in Platt house bloodbath

  30-09-2026 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  
  Not everybody is going to be alright… (Picture: ITV)A family feud reaches a potentially fatal climax, a mother struggles with deep loss and the truth finally comes out next week in Coronation Street.The war Jodie Ramsey (Olivia Frances-Brown) has been secretly waging against her sister, Shona Platt (Julia Goulding), comes to an explosive head next week.After effectively removing her dad, Doug (Steve Evets), in one of most cruel moves yet, the stage is set for a sister vs s
  
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• Bootle fire: Massive blaze rips through Merseyside garage as 'loud bangs' heard

  30-09-2026 07:58 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Firefighters rushed to Fast Fit Garage on Fernhill Road, Bootle last night, where a massive fire completely gutted the building
  
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• Spotify down: Thousands hit by outage as users unable to listen to music

  30-09-2026 07:57 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Spotify outage leaves thousands of users unable to listen to music as app, audio streaming and server connection problems are reported.
  
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• Baby who had symptoms of 'teething or tonsillitis' now needs stem cell therapy

  30-09-2026 07:43 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Baby Roo had been unwell “for a few days” with a persistent fever
  
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• Opening the doors to hell: Police prepare to search 'house of horrors' whose evil owner is linked to at least seven missing women

  30-09-2026 07:34 via dailymail.com
  
  A previous search of the house uncovered more than a million digital images and videos depicting sex, drug use and at least one snuff film. At least five women in the videos appear lifeless.
  
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• Asda's 6p pill beats supplements that cost people hundreds, says report

  30-09-2026 07:34 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The investigation also found the use of 'fairy dusting' in some supplements
  
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• Incredibly rare $10 gold coin in remarkable condition from Gold Rush era sells for SIX FIGURES

  30-09-2026 07:30 via dailymail.com
  
  The coin is one of only six known models still in circulation, four of which were found on the SS Central America shipwreck.
  
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• Household energy bills forecast to see biggest rise in four years

  30-09-2026 07:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A typical household faces an annual gas and electricity bill of £1,999 from January, based on a key forecast.
  
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