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• British Open: Hammad Miah shocks former world champion Judd Trump to reach third round in Cheltenham

  26-09-2023 23:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  World number 113 Hammad Miah shocks former world champion Judd Trump on the final black to reach the third round of the British Open in Cheltenham.
  
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• Live: M5 entry slip road blocked by crash near Bristol

  26-09-2023 22:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is traffic heading southbound this evening (September 26)
  
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• Great British Bake Off fans applaud 'awesome' Tasha Stones in opening episode

  26-09-2023 21:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tasha, from Bristol, is the show's first ever deaf contestant and is accompanied by a British Sign Language interpreter
  
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• County Championship: 16 wickets fall on day one of Sussex v Gloucestershire

  26-09-2023 19:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bowlers dominate on the opening day of Sussex against Gloucestershire as 16 wickets fall.
  
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• Nine-year jail term for driver who killed man left barefoot in street by police

  26-09-2023 19:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jamie Evans who did not have a licence - had been drinking strong lager and spirits before hitting Gareth Roper. He then fled the scene
  
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• Center Parcs worker dies at UK resort in 'tragic accident' - Bristol Live

  26-09-2023 18:49
  Center Parcs worker dies at UK resort in 'tragic accident'  Bristol Live
  
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• Center Parcs worker dies at UK resort in 'tragic accident'

  26-09-2023 18:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The organisation said it was 'working closely with the relevant authorities' after the female employee lost her life
  
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• Ryanair demands air traffic control boss resigns after flight caps and disruption

  26-09-2023 18:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The airline says the National Air Traffic Services is a 'shambles' and has not recruited and trained enough staff to provide an adequate service.
  
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• Recap: M32 reopens after crash between van and car

  26-09-2023 18:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There was heavy traffic heading away from Bristol city centre this afternoon (September 26)
  
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• Live: M32 lane closed by crash between van and car

  26-09-2023 18:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is heavy traffic heading away from Bristol city centre this afternoon (September 26)
  
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• Mother urges cold water immersion regulation at inquest into daughter’s death

  26-09-2023 18:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Kellie Poole died after suffering a “sudden cardiac death” believed to have been triggered by the cold water during an immersion session in a river
  
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• Man admits stabbing pal after pub row but says he didn't mean to kill him

  26-09-2023 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is claimed he fatally stabbed his friend in the buttocks and thigh
  
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• Kate Middleton's nighttime treat that William brings her at the end of the day

  26-09-2023 17:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The royal couple are often seen being affectionate towards each other - and Prince William has a nightly treat which shows his love for his wife
  
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• People arrested in proactive operation in city centre

  26-09-2023 17:32 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Several suspects were arrested during a proactive policing operation targeted shoplifting in Bristol city centre last week. Neighbourhood officers and PCSOs based at Bridewell Police Station were supported by members of the Special Constables in Broadmead and Cabot Circus on Tuesday 19 September. Three men were arrested on suspicion of theft offences, one woman was arrested for breaching a court...
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• Yorkshire Ripper Criminologist details motives to target women working as prostitutes as ITV drama hits screens

  26-09-2023 17:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Peter Sutcliffe was bullied as a child, called a 'mummy's boy' and grew up in an abusive environment
  
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• Drowning woman saved by surfer as 'hundreds of onlookers taking selfies' watched on

  26-09-2023 17:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Peter Elliott has been hailed as a hero - but he said those watching on taking pictures should 'hang their heads in shame'
  
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• Bake Off's Prue 'kills' Alison Hammond with hilarious innuendo in first episode

  26-09-2023 17:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alison will be making her host debut on Bake Off on Tuesday, September 26, and has very quickly warmed to her fellow stars.
  
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• Heavily inked man says he was 'hidden' away from management at work due to appearance

  26-09-2023 16:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  43-year-old King Body Art – born Matthew Whelen - is Britain's most tattooed man
  
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• Bristol 'needs to move its border' into Kingswood and Filton to solve city's housing crisis

  26-09-2023 16:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "My view will be both controversial and strongly opposed"
  
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• Gardeners' top 65p tip that 'kills' patio weeds in just a matter of days

  26-09-2023 16:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The hack is cheap, easy and not harmful to the environment like some solutions
  
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• Temple Meads station named third most inaccessible in the UK - Bristol Live

  26-09-2023 16:18
  
  Temple Meads station named third most inaccessible in the UK  Bristol Live
  
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• Temple Meads station named third most inaccessible in the UK

  26-09-2023 16:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But multi-million pound project is under way to renovate the historic station and improve accessibility
  
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• Temple Meads station named third least inaccessible in the UK

  26-09-2023 16:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But multi-million pound project is under way to renovate the historic station and improve accessibility
  
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• Strictly star could be first to leave 2023 series amid 'unwillingness to connect with partner'

  26-09-2023 16:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One couple will become the first to leave the 21st series of Strictly this weekend, one week after making their dancefloor debut
  
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• Girl, 6, savaged by pack of six 'dangerously out of control' pocket bullies

  26-09-2023 15:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The dogs' owner has now been jailed after the youngster needed plastic surgery for serious injuries to her face, scalp, hand, abdomen, arms, legs, back and shoulder
  
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• Cash stolen from shop till in Bristol as police issue CCTV images of men they want to question

  26-09-2023 15:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police said the theft took place in Montpelier on Saturday, July 29
  
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• Clevedon facilities could close again warns council chairman

  26-09-2023 15:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Its insurers say they may not renew the policy over financial issues involving a councillor.
  
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• New study shows four out of five Brits admit to breaking the law when driving

  26-09-2023 15:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If you are caught doing it, you could be slapped with a £1,000 fine
  
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• Five fast food items banned from October 1 as new law rolled out

  26-09-2023 15:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wet wipes, tobacco filters and sachets could all soon be banned
  
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• Moment bike explodes into flames in horror crash caused by speeding rider

  26-09-2023 15:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Stavius Gordon was sent somersaulting through the air after his bike rammed a silver Audi
  
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• Appeal after theft of cash from shop

  26-09-2023 14:59 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re keen to identify these two men as part of our enquiries into the theft of cash from the till of a shop in Bristol. The theft happened at about 2.45pm on Saturday 29 July in Picton Street, Montpelier. The two men pictured were in the shop at around the same time. Man A is white, with dark stubble and is wearing a blue/purple jumper and a baseball cap. He had a large, tan-coloured dog with him.
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• Cost of living payments and Warm Home Discount coming in October

  26-09-2023 14:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are some very important dates coming up in the new month that Brits should put in their diaries
  
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• Police have funny response when asked how they stopped 5 McLaren 720s supercars doing 100mph at once

  26-09-2023 14:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Officers managed to halt the vehicles on a 'driving experience' convoy - and dished out speeding tickets
  
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• Blind bride lets guests "walk in her shoes" by blindfolding them as she walks down the aisle

  26-09-2023 14:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Lucy Edwards lost her sight just before her wedding day
  
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• Rugby World Cup 2023: England prop Kyle Sinckler 'grateful' for World Cup involvement

  26-09-2023 14:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  England prop Kyle Sinckler says he is "grateful" to be at his second World Cup after convincing Steve Borthwick he would recover from injury in time.
  
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• Rylan fans send love as mum Linda goes back into hospital

  26-09-2023 14:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The TV and radio show presenter posted a video about 'hospital bants' he and his mother were having as she went for treatment
  
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• 'Optical illusion' cycle lane leaves 80 injured - with broken bones, cuts and bruises

  26-09-2023 14:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many have called for it to be removed with people reporting how they have been hurt after missing a hidden kerb
  
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• M5: 'Reckless' e-scooter rider travels on slip road

  26-09-2023 14:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A National Highways officer stopped the rider near Portishead on Tuesday morning.
  
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• Iceland set to introduce tourist tax to protect the country’s environment

  26-09-2023 14:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister said Katrín Jakobsdóttir it wouldn’t “be high to begin with”
  
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• Doctor says one exercise can improve health and quality of life in people suffering heart failure

  26-09-2023 13:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Ajit Singh says yoga is a combination of mind-body technique that can help stimulate your mental and physical health
  
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• Water firms forced to pay back customers for poor performance

  26-09-2023 13:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Regulator Ofwat orders companies in England and Wales to cut bills after missing targets.
  
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• Mum and daughter buy all their clothes from charity shops and resell them

  26-09-2023 13:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Olivia Ohno, 27, was raised to be a thrifter and loves hunting through charity shops to find clothes
  
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• 'My eating disorder left me so tiny doctors warned me I had weeks to live'

  26-09-2023 12:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ailsa Gardiner struggled with anorexia for two years - it stemmed from her desire to lose 'baby weight' in the run up to her wedding
  
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• Organiser behind Bristol statue tipping admits taking £30,000 from BLM donors - Metro.co.uk

  26-09-2023 12:51
  Organiser behind Bristol statue tipping admits taking £30,000 from BLM donors  Metro.co.uk
  
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• Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to anyone with a bank account

  26-09-2023 12:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bank fraud has reached epidemic levels and there is a number people can call if they've just been contacted and are worried it's a scam
  
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• 5 things everyone with a garden should do before Storm Agnes according to expert

  26-09-2023 12:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The first named storm of the season is expected to bring gusts of up to 80mph in some places, with heavy rain forecast as well
  
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• BT releases latest schedule explaining when your landline will be turned off

  26-09-2023 12:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The humble landline has been around for decades - but major changes are coming
  
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• ITV Dancing on Ice: Ricky Hatton unveiled as first contestant for 2024 series

  26-09-2023 12:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The former world champion is facing a different and more slippery challenge than what he used to deal with in the ring
  
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• ITV Dancing on Ice 2024: Sports legend revealed as first contestant

  26-09-2023 12:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The former world champion is facing a different and more slippery challenge than what he used to deal with in the ring
  
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• Doctor says 1m people can get vaccine for 'incredibly painful' virus but most don't know it

  26-09-2023 11:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some cases can result in serious symptoms such as blindness, hearing loss, nerve pain and potentially death
  
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