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• Sale emphatically demolish in-form Bristol

  27-12-2024 22:39 via bbc.com
  
  Sale Sharks bring a resounding end to Bristol Bears' festivities with a thumping 38-0 victory on the road at Ashton Gate.
  
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• Bristol's MacGinty out for four months with knee injury

  27-12-2024 21:55 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol Bears fly-half is to miss the next four months following a knee injury suffered during the win against Leicester.
  
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• Family win £3 million mortgage-free house and 'never have to worry about money again'

  27-12-2024 20:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Catherine scooped a six-bedroom Omaze house that came mortgage-free, with all stamp duty and legal fees covered
  
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• Bin man's plea for householders to use the 'right bins' during festive clear-outs

  27-12-2024 17:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Refuse collectors work tirelessly after Christmas to make sure all the waste is collected, but one bin man has issued a warning
  
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• 'Restrictions in place' as fog causes chaos at UK airports - Bristol Live

  27-12-2024 17:14
  'Restrictions in place' as fog causes chaos at UK airports  Bristol Live
  
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• 'Restrictions in place' as fog causes chaos at UK airports

  27-12-2024 17:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Gatwick is among the airports affected by restrictions put in place because of foggy conditions on Friday
  
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• Inside the world's most isolated house where the only visitors are passing ships

  27-12-2024 16:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Ball House is the only building on Ellidaey Island, which is located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, and is surrounded by endless water for miles in every direction
  
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• Live: M5 chaos near Bristol as two crashes spark long delays

  27-12-2024 16:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic is queuing northbound near Clevedon, as well as southbound near Aztec West
  
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• Ryanair issues warning to all passengers travelling from the UK today - Bristol Live

  27-12-2024 16:09
  
  Ryanair issues warning to all passengers travelling from the UK today  Bristol Live
  
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• Pedestrian dies three days after collision with car

  27-12-2024 16:00 via bbc.com
  
  The man was taken to hospital on Saturday after suffering serious injuries in the crash.
  
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• Pedestrian dies on Christmas Eve after crash in Clifton

  27-12-2024 15:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police want to speak to the owner of a stall that sells Christmas trees
  
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• Pretty UK town that's just as stunning as its Bath but without the tourists

  27-12-2024 15:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The town in Wiltshire boasts plenty of historic landmarks, Regency-era buildings and pretty streets - and it's just a half hour's drive from the bustling city of Bath.
  
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• Witnesses sought after pedestrian’s death in Bristol

  27-12-2024 14:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Bristol. Officers attended a collision between a red Peugeot car and a pedestrian in Alma Road, near the junction with Whiteladies Road, at around 11.35am on Saturday 21 December. The pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Tragically, he died on in hospital during the early hours of Tuesday 24 December.
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• Five Covid symptoms you may notice at the dinner table

  27-12-2024 14:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has updated its advice on the symptoms of Covid to watch out for, as variants of the virus continue to circulate this winter
  
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• Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s brother dies aged 60

  27-12-2024 14:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He died peacefully on Boxing Day after battling with cancer
  
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• Clean your oven using two products for £1.50 and the results are incredible

  27-12-2024 14:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If your oven is in need of a good clean but you don't want to spend a lot of money on cleaning products, you're in luck. A woman has shared a clever cleaning hack that will leave your oven looking spotless
  
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• New Wallace & Gromit film missing 'one key element' says Metro Mayor

  27-12-2024 14:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Vengeance Most Fowl was a Christmas Day TV hit but Dan Norris wasn't happy
  
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• Doctor warns of common sleeping mistake you're making this Christmas

  27-12-2024 14:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is common to have an odd sleeping pattern during the festive season, but getting back into it isn't as hard as you think
  
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• Queen Camilla's lunch dish 'benefits digestion and blood pressure'

  27-12-2024 13:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'Cooking & The Crown' details more than one hundred recipes eaten from Queen Victoria's reign to King Charles III
  
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• Debenhams selling Ariana Grande perfume that 'smells expensive' for £28

  27-12-2024 13:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Ariana Grande Cloud Eau De Parfum has been reduced by 20% at Debenhams
  
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• Police respond to unlicensed music event in Somerset

  27-12-2024 13:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Officers have been responding to an unlicensed music event at a rural location in Somerset this morning (Friday 27 December). The first call was received at approximately 1.45am, with police first arriving in the area, near Shipham and Rowberrow, shortly after 2am. Road closures were put in place in an attempt to prevent any more people attending, but it was estimated there were up to…
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• 'Potential disruptions' for Ryanair flights in the UK today - Bristol Live

  27-12-2024 13:41
  'Potential disruptions' for Ryanair flights in the UK today  Bristol Live
  
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• Popular Bristol nature reserve to close again on New Year’s Eve

  27-12-2024 13:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristol beauty spot will close on the final night of the year to prevent damage caused by large groups
  
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• Appeal after disabled toilet smashed up in Bristol park

  27-12-2024 13:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People have donated hundreds of pounds in just 24 hours already
  
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• One kitchen item will keep shower screens streak-free

  27-12-2024 13:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Do you struggle to keep your shower screens clean? Plumbers have shared a simple yet effective tea bag hack that promises to banish cloudy stains and leave the glass sparkling in no time
  
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• AA warning over little-known air bag issue that could be fatal

  27-12-2024 13:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Drivers are being warned to check their passengers are in the correct seat
  
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• BBC Outnumbered Hugh Dennis' plea over red flags of prostate cancer

  27-12-2024 13:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Outnumbered 2024 Christmas episode special revealed one of the main characters has prostate cancer
  
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• Man charged with four counts of attempted murder after car ploughs into pedestrians

  27-12-2024 13:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One victim remains in a critical condition and is receiving treatment in hospital
  
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• Man charged with four counts of attempted murder after car hits pedestrians

  27-12-2024 13:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One person remains in a critical condition and is receiving treatment in hospital
  
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• City residents urged to check waste pick-up dates

  27-12-2024 12:57 via bbc.com
  
  The firm has put plans in place to deal with the annual 40% rise in waste over the Christmas period.
  
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• Argos issues urgent recall for popular kids' game over 'contamination' fears

  27-12-2024 12:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Orchard Toys Fun Food Bingo game was available to buy between September 1 and December 23, but has since been removed from all stores and customers are being urged to return it
  
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• Valuable electric bike stolen from outside Sainsbury's petrol station in Bristol

  27-12-2024 12:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police want to speak to a Bristol Rovers fan about the theft
  
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• Five red flags of 'Bonnie and Clyde Syndrome' that could be affecting your relationships

  27-12-2024 12:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hybristophilia, also known as 'Bonnie and Clyde Syndrome', is the attraction to people who have committed crimes - and it has been on the rise in recent years
  
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• Major project to improve ring road on outskirts of Bristol to begin early next year

  27-12-2024 12:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A year-long roadworks scheme on the A4174 will cost around £15 million to complete
  
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• Six changes to pensions you need to know about in 2025

  27-12-2024 12:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The changes will affect millions
  
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• First look at new UK coins about to be rolled out - including £5

  27-12-2024 12:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  New designs for the 50p, £2 coin and £5 coin have been unveiled by the Royal Mint
  
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• One-off Gavin and Stacey programme to air on New Year's Day - how and when to watch

  27-12-2024 11:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans of the beloved TV sitcom are in for a treat with new behind-the-scenes footage and cast interviews in this one-off programme
  
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• New 2025 savings challenge that automatically puts cash away for you - how it works

  27-12-2024 11:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 1p saving challenge has been advocated by Monzo and money-saving experts, including Martin Lewis, for several years and is a simple way for people to put away small amounts of money each day
  
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• What really happens when you don't put your phone on aeroplane mode during flight

  27-12-2024 11:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A pilot has shared what happens if you forget to put your phone on aeroplane mode
  
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• Enquiries into e-bike theft in Bristol

  27-12-2024 11:28 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Officers investigating the theft of an electric bike have released images of a man they want to speak to as part of their investigation. At about 9am on Wednesday 23 October the black bike (pictured), a Specialized Creo Carbon 700 X 38C with an extra large frame, was taken from outside the Sainsbury’s petrol station in Nags Head Hill in the Kingsway area of Bristol. The man officers want…
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• Illegal rave closed down by police

  27-12-2024 11:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Roads were closed to stop people getting to the party
  
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• Jacob Rees-Mogg 'would love to stand as MP again'

  27-12-2024 11:04 via bbc.com
  
  The former North East Somerset MP says he would "love" to stand again.
  
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• Thousands of council homes suffer damp and mould issues as repairs delayed

  27-12-2024 11:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Waiting months for overdue repairs, residents are being educated about how their "lifestyle choices" affect the issue
  
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• Jimmy Carr 'almost didn't make it' after being rushed to hospital

  27-12-2024 10:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Big Fat Quiz of the Year host said he almost died when he was younger
  
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• BBC's Martin Roberts doesn't know 'how much time he has left'

  27-12-2024 09:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Homes Under the Hammer star has shared a health update after being 'hours from death'
  
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• New NHS warning as people told to 'stay at home for two days'

  27-12-2024 08:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People should avoid going to work while experiencing certain symptoms, as cases of a nasty bug soar
  
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• Inland surfing idea came from 'deathbed promise'

  27-12-2024 08:28 via bbc.com
  
  Nick Hounsfield promised his dying father he would "do something big in his honour".
  
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• Chocolatiers hit by rising cocoa prices

  27-12-2024 08:27 via bbc.com
  
  Some ingredients have increased by 200%, meaning shops are forced to raise prices for customers.
  
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• M5 vehicle fire sparks lane closures and delays

  27-12-2024 08:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There was heavy traffic on the motorway
  
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• Met Office issues four word prediction for New Year's Eve weather

  27-12-2024 07:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  New Year's Eve is now just four days away
  
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