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• Student, 19, who twice defaced statue of Lord Nelson to 'start a debate' about slavery spared jail 

  18-08-2020 23:41 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Jae Ikhera, 19, had sprayed a 'V for Vendetta' anarchist symbol and blacked out the face of the national hero (pictured) in the grounds of Norwich Cathedral.
  
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• Dick Van Dyke fans discover his secrets to staying healthy as actor turns 100

  13-12-2025 09:06 via mirror.co.uk
  
  US actor Dick Van Dyke is celebrating his 100th birthday, and to mark the occasion, we take a look at some of the Mary Poppins star's secrets to staying so healthy
  
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• JENNIE BOND: 'Prince Harry's made a foolish mistake - but he's right about one thing'

  13-12-2025 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Prince Harry has been given a major boost in his long-running battle over his security arrangements in the UK, which Jennie Bond believes could have far-reaching ramifications
  
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• Inside a very Royal Christmas - from strict dress codes to most treasured gifts

  13-12-2025 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  From the first royal Christmas card to the dress code for dinner at Sandringham– here are some extra special festive facts to unwrap about the royal family's Christmases past and present
  
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• Disgraced Huw Edwards issued stern warning over 'comeback bid' after bold move

  13-12-2025 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Former BBC News presenter Huw Edwards has sparked comeback speculation after posting a new photo on social media, with PR experts warning his potential TV return is 'tone-deaf' following his conviction for making indecent images of children
  
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• BRIAN READE: 'Rich phoney patriots like Rio Ferdinand running to Dubai deserve our contempt'

  13-12-2025 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Wealthy hypocrites, whose first thought when the tax bills land is for them to flee the UK, are a disgrace, says Brian Reade, and they should be helping the next generation here
  
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• Are the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus payments enough? Take our poll and have your say

  13-12-2025 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  People who get certain benefits could be entitled to a £10 Christmas Bonus payment - though some will argue it is not enough to keep up with the rising cost of living
  
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• Ex-cop investigating schoolgirl's rape and murder convicted of the crimes himself

  13-12-2025 08:58 via mirror.co.uk
  
  An evil police officer investigated the 2007 case of Anastasia, 15, who had been strangled in a village and was a classmate of his own daughter - he steered the investigation away from himself
  
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• Female judge's career ends in disgrace after she lied that she'd taken part in Operation Desert Storm aged SIXTEEN

  13-12-2025 08:49 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Baton Rouge Judge Tiffany Foxworth-Roberts was removed from her role by the Louisiana Supreme Court after being caught out in a string of outrageous lies.
  
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• A46 crash UPDATES: Road closed after emergency services race to 'serious' crash

  13-12-2025 08:47 via mirror.co.uk
  
  A serious collision has forced a section of the A46 to close this morning - with police, fire crews and forensic officers carrying out a 'detailed collision investigation' at the scene
  
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• Pulp Fiction star Peter Greene, 60, found dead in his New York apartment

  13-12-2025 08:45 via metro.co.uk
  Peter Greene was found dead inside his New York apartment on Friday afternoon (Picture: Peter Brooker/Shutterstock)The actor Peter Greene, who was best known for his roles in Pulp Fiction and The Mask, has been found dead aged 60.
  Peter’s manager, Gregg Edwards, confirmed the news in a moving tribute to his colleague.
  ‘Truly one of the great actors of our generation,’he told The New York Post.
  ‘His heart was as big as there was. I’m going to miss him. He was a grea
  
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• The UK’s most beautiful winter beach walks and where to stop along the way

  13-12-2025 08:30 via metro.co.uk
  Your new favourite UK beach unlocked (Picture: Getty Images)The UK has some pretty incredible beaches. From the Cornish coast to the English Mediterranean, and buzzing Brighton to gothic Whitby, no two shorelines are the same.And, as we Brits are used to unpredictable weather, it means we’re not afraid of braving the beaches in winter.In fact, a National Trust survey revealed that 43 million of us enjoy a wintry walk, taking in stunning frosty landscapes, and enjoying the crisp, fresh air
  
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• 'I tried Maybelline's newest mascara colours and one in particular blew me away'

  13-12-2025 08:03 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Beauty writer Eve Rowlands tested out three of Maybelline's newest mascara colours and one of them made her eyes pop
  
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• X Factor star unrecognisable 16yrs later after hair transplant and engagement

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  X Factor heartthrob Lloyd Daniels was just 16 when he appeared on the ITV reality show back in 2009, and has since undergone a hair transplant and got engaged to his boyfriend
  
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• Trump's leaked schedule defies growing scrutiny over health as president's marathon days of meetings, calls go into late nights

  13-12-2025 08:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Donald Trump's schedule shows the president as busy as ever amid reports that the president is 'facing the realities of aging.'
  
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• The Strictly Come Dancing final desperately needs Amber Davies

  13-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  Viewers were furious at Amber’s survival and perfect 40 (Picture: BBC/Guy Levy)Amber Davies is one of the all-time great Strictly Come Dancing contestants.But ever since she was drafted in at the last minute, she’s been treated like one of the worst. Things only got worse last Sunday when she knocked out Emmerdale actor Lewis Cope in one of the cruellest dance-offs the show has ever seen. Throughout this entire contest, their respective talents have only been rivalled by e
  
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• Strangled by her violent ex, he then cremated popular student's body in her burning car

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Hannah McGuire was desperate to break away from her toxic boyfriend, but she agreed to one more meeting. Little did she know it would be her last
  
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• Left it last minute? No problem – shop gorgeous gifts under £50

  13-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
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• King Charles' hidden 'vulnerability' in Andrew scandal that threatens whole Royal Family

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  King Charles has instructed his disgraced brother Andrew to evict his home - but the decision may have opened up a whole new can of worms, according to an expert
  
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• King Charles gets Greatest Showman makeover after 'risky' advice

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Hailed as the next Andrew Lloyd Webber, at just 26-years-old Jack Pepper has been nicknamed the ‘King’s Composer.’
  
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• Kate Middleton reveals baffling she got for Christmas - and nobody could have guessed it

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  While on an official engagement in Scotland earlier this year, the Princess of Wales candidly shared her unusual Christmas present and how it helps with a bizarre hobby
  
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• Kate Middleton reveals baffling gift she got for Christmas - and nobody could guess it

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  While on an official engagement in Scotland earlier this year, the Princess of Wales candidly shared her unusual Christmas present and how it helps with a bizarre hobby
  
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• 'I've seen grim reality of Kate and William's new home - no wonder people are in tears'

  13-12-2025 08:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Prince and Princess of Wales have faced fierce backlash from some Windsor locals who feel devastated over the new 'ring of steel' imposed in the Great Park around their new home
  
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• Europe’s cheapest Christmas markets you can still book now for last-minute travel

  13-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  Christmas markets on holiday just seem extra magical (Picture: Getty Images)While it’s a bit frightening that 2025 is almost over and there’s only a couple of weeks left to visit the Christmas markets, there’s nothing better than sipping mulled wine among fairy lights while the season’s classic tunes play.Here in London, we’re spoilt for choice with Winter Wonderland, Christmas by the River and Winterville, but there are plenty of amazing options further afield.Hea
  
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• Europe’s cheapest Christmas markets you can still book for a last-minute getaway

  13-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  Christmas markets on holiday just seem extra magical (Picture: Getty Images)While it’s a bit frightening that 2025 is almost over and there’s only a couple of weeks left to visit the Christmas markets, there’s nothing better than sipping mulled wine among fairy lights while the season’s classic tunes play.Here in London, we’re spoilt for choice with Winter Wonderland, Christmas by the River and Winterville, but there are plenty of amazing options further afield.Hea
  
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• Chelsea vs Everton: Predicted lineup today and confirmed team news

  13-12-2025 08:00 via metro.co.uk
  Palmer was not involved in the midweek Champions League game (Picture: Getty)Cole Palmer is expected to be fit for Chelsea’s Premier League clash with Everton this afternoon.The England international’s season was derailed by a groin problem with a freak toe injury further delaying his return to the side.Palmer was introduced off the bench away to Leeds last week, starting at Bournemouth last Saturday as he got more precious minutes under his belt.The former Manchester City star did
  
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• Headmaster of Sydney's Shore School is celebrated with a Guard of Honour after he praised Lilie James' killer as an 'absolute delight' and a 'role model'

  13-12-2025 07:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Headmaster Dr John Collier described Paul Thijssen as an 'absolute delight' after he callously murdered Lilie James, 21, in a bathroom inside St Andrews Cathedral School in October, 2023.
  
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• Mother of Karoline Leavitt's nephew questions press secretary's faith and slams White House as 'liars' in furious first interview since ICE arrest

  13-12-2025 07:57 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Bruna-Caroline Ferreira, 33, the mother of Karoline Leavitt's nephew, slammed the White House press secretary in a fiery interview after she was detained by ICE for almost a month.
  
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• Crazed woman arrested for stabbing mother inside iconic NYC Macy's just hours after release from psych ward

  13-12-2025 07:52 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The stabber was released from Manhattan Psychiatric Centerthe same morning of the day she carried out the attack at the Midtown shopping center.
  
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• Huge explosion destroys popular Italian restaurant just metres from a packed Christmas market

  13-12-2025 07:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Local MP Penny Pratt said it was a miracle that nobody was injured in the blaze.
  
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