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• Silent Witness viewers 'put off supper' as show airs graphic opening scenes

  28-01-2025 23:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The latest episode of Silent Witness aired on BBC One on Tuesday night (January 28) and fans of the show were not happy with the graphic scenes just minutes in
  
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• Holly Willoughby's 81p 'superbreakfast' which helps her keep slim and healthy

  28-01-2025 22:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  TV presenter likes to start the day off well and her choice has been praised by nutritional scientist professor Tim Spector
  
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• School spent thousands building fence, court told

  28-01-2025 22:39 via bbc.com
  
  Cotham School is challenging a decision to remove a fence on a contested green space in Bristol.
  
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• Mum of missing teen 'just wants him home' after M48 bridge disappearance

  28-01-2025 21:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was last seen riding his red bike towards the bridge
  
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• Judicial review begins over special needs bailout

  28-01-2025 20:26 via bbc.com
  
  Campaigners have sought a judicial review in the High Court over a government funding bailout.
  
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• Great British Menu judge Lorna McNee's journey from Michelin star chef to BBC series

  28-01-2025 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Lorna McNee is one of the most acclaimed chefs in the UK and will be joining the judging panel of Great British Menu for its landmark 20th series.
  
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• Live updates as film crew shoots star-studded drama series Down Cemetery Road in Bristol

  28-01-2025 19:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There's a lot of activity on our streets this evening
  
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• Great British Menu Tom Kerridge's life off screen from wife who 'left him three times' to battle with booze

  28-01-2025 19:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tom Kerridge has become a household name thanks to his TV appearances and hugely successful career in the kitchen
  
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• High Court battle begins over Bristol special needs bailout after deal agreed in secret

  28-01-2025 18:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The government agreed to bail out part of the council's schools deficit, in return for controversial reforms
  
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• Stephen King gives blessing to 'insane' and 'sadistic' horror film as fans watch trailer '16 times'

  28-01-2025 17:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The horror master has given his seal of approval to an upcoming film which has been described as 'b*****t insane'
  
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• Plans for faster trains and 30 new stations

  28-01-2025 17:46 via bbc.com
  
  Chiefs are backing a joint rail deal which they believe will add an extra £17bn to the UK economy.
  
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• Bristol named among top UK destinations for thrift shops - Bristol24/7

  28-01-2025 17:32
  Bristol named among top UK destinations for thrift shops  Bristol24/7
  
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• Ten-day supermarket crime rampage ends very badly for notorious shoplifter

  28-01-2025 17:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anton Varga is an absolute menace in supermarkets
  
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• M5 crash sparked lane closure near Bristol ahead of rush hour

  28-01-2025 17:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There was slow traffic on the motorway
  
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• Live: M5 crash sparks lane closure near Bristol ahead of rush hour

  28-01-2025 17:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is slow traffic on the motorway
  
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• Latest update on opening of Bristol's BoxHall development

  28-01-2025 17:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We can’t wait to finally start on site in Bristol after the developer works finally completed late last year"
  
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• Flying e-taxi company celebrates key milestone

  28-01-2025 17:06 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol-based Vertical Aerospace's first flights could take place in a few years.
  
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• MAFS UK star 'upset' and 'disheartened' after being snubbed from reunion - Bristol Live

  28-01-2025 17:00
  MAFS UK star 'upset' and 'disheartened' after being snubbed from reunion  Bristol Live
  
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• MAFS UK star 'upset' and 'disheartened' after being snubbed from reunion

  28-01-2025 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Married at First Sight UK star Charlie Curtis was left devastated when she was 'snubbed' from the upcoming reunion - but didn't seem too surprised as she claimed she was just too 'boring'
  
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• NHS doctor says patients are being 'failed' as she exposes healthcare cost 'crisis'

  28-01-2025 16:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Adwoa Danso-Boamah has taken to TikTok to highlight her concerns for the UK's healthcare system in a video, where she has talked about a 'growing public health crisis'
  
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• 'I found genius way to stop plane seat in front reclining – people say it's unfair'

  28-01-2025 16:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A woman has shared her 'best life hack' to prevent the person sitting in front of you on a plane from reclining their seat into your space, but critics are calling her out for being unfair
  
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• Aldi brings back 'game-changing' £14.99 item loved by coffee drinkers

  28-01-2025 16:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Whether you prefer coffee or hot chocolate, hot drink lovers can seriously upgrade their game with the popular Aldi kitchen gadget
  
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• Jail sentence and five-year CBO for shoplifter – South Gloucestershire

  28-01-2025 16:48 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A prolific shoplifter from South Gloucestershire has been jailed after admitting to carrying out a number of offences over the past fortnight. Anton Varga, 38, received a 29-week prison sentence at Bristol Magistrates Court on Friday 24 January after he pleaded guilty to five shop thefts and one attempt shop theft at supermarkets in Downend, Fishponds and Kingswood.
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• Primark's 'beautiful' Valentine's Day gift basket stuns shoppers

  28-01-2025 16:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Primark shoppers looking for a thoughtful yet affordable gift for their loved one for Valentine's Day are in luck
  
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• Mayor defends birthday bus pass as new passengers can try ‘very good bus services’

  28-01-2025 16:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dan Norris defended his scheme that critics have claimed is a 'gimmick'
  
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• Reform looks for 'deeply patriotic' candidate to run in West of England mayor election

  28-01-2025 16:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Voters will head to the polls in May later this year
  
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• Five arrested after spate of aggravated burglaries in Bristol and South Gloucestershire

  28-01-2025 16:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One victim was left with serious face injuries
  
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• Vitamins that tackle hair loss and thinning - and what boosts growth

  28-01-2025 16:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hair loss and thinning are common issues for many individuals, but some vitamins may aid in preventing these problems
  
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• Stunning and walkable Spanish city that's 20C in February with £15 flights from UK

  28-01-2025 16:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The pretty city is just a few hours from the UK, so it makes an excellent choice for a long weekend away
  
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• Bristol music venue once used as filming location for Only Fools and Horses goes up for sale

  28-01-2025 16:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol music venue listed on sale for £2 million
  
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• 'My colleague stole food from my bag - and then made outrageous accusation'

  28-01-2025 16:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A man has been left fuming after his colleague went into his work bag and took out some snacks - and then accused him of trying to "poison" her when she didn't like what she ate
  
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• M4 lorry crash on Prince of Wales Bridge caused long delays

  28-01-2025 16:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A lane was closed and there were delays of 20 minutes
  
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• Live: M4 lorry crash on Prince of Wales Bridge causing long delays

  28-01-2025 16:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A lane is closed and there are delays of 20 minutes
  
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• Starbucks staff could hit 'panic buttons' when faced with certain customers

  28-01-2025 16:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Starbucks is looking at several new methods to remove customers who sit in its branches or use its toilets without buying anything
  
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• 'My niece's name is worse than Renesmee from Twilight - I blame my sister-in-law'

  28-01-2025 16:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A woman has shared her shock over her sister-in-law's baby name choice, saying the moniker is a 'nightmare' and it'll make the child's life difficult in America
  
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• Doctor explains reason why you should never take Vitamin D on its own

  28-01-2025 16:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Jo Ward has taken to TikTok to share some important health advice about a number of common supplements, including Vitamin D and St. John's Wort. She explained why you shouldn't take Vitamin D on its own
  
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• US chicken restaurant chain Popeyes to open in Bristol

  28-01-2025 16:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's the fastest-growing chain in the country
  
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• Speech-language therapist shares little-known early autism signs in children

  28-01-2025 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Speech language pathologist Jessie Ginsburg shared a reel on Instagram showing some early signs of autism in children and said it is important to remember that not all autistic children are the same
  
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• Fitness guru shares 'mind-blowing' military technique to fall asleep in two minutes

  28-01-2025 16:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A fitness guru has shared a military technique that helps you fall asleep within two minutes - and it's said to be so effective that it can even help with anxiety
  
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• Pharmacist says 'wear mask' as 'highly contagious' virus sweeps UK - Bristol Live

  28-01-2025 16:10
  Pharmacist says 'wear mask' as 'highly contagious' virus sweeps UK  Bristol Live
  
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• Pharmacist says 'wear mask' as 'highly contagious' virus sweeps UK

  28-01-2025 16:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Pharmacist says 'wear mask' as 'highly contagious' virus sweeps UK
  
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• Arrests made in investigation into aggravated burglaries

  28-01-2025 16:06 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Several arrests have been made following a number of aggravated burglaries in Bristol and South Gloucestershire last week. Detectives have been investigating three incidents which took place in Stapleton, Thornbury and Bradley Stoke on 22 and 23 January. During the Bradley Stoke incident, the victim sustained a serious facial injury for which they received medical treatment.
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• Aldi's £7 kit that could save any car driver hundreds of pounds

  28-01-2025 16:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The discount supermarket is launching a range of motoring must-haves this January
  
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• DWP Winter Fuel Payments 2025 key date tomorrow for state pensioners to get money

  28-01-2025 16:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If people who are eligible have not got the payment by this date then they need to contact the payment centre, officials say
  
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• DWP support being offered to families over half-term - see if you are eligible

  28-01-2025 15:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Councils have a fund made available to them better support struggling famillies during the half term holidays
  
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• Two major changes for new drivers in plan coming this year

  28-01-2025 15:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An update on the idea of graduated driving licensing has also been given
  
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• BBC Traitors star could be set for even bigger TV competition after show

  28-01-2025 15:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alexander Dragonetti has won over the hearts of the nation after his appearance on The Traitors - and now the civil servant is tipped to swap the boardroom for the ballroom
  
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• Silent Witness fans divided on 'far-fetched' plot as they spot 'annoying' detail

  28-01-2025 15:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Silent Witness viewers were left seriously divided over the episode
  
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• Denise Welch says 'huge mistakes' were down to condition affecting millions

  28-01-2025 15:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Loose Women star Denise Welch has opened up about the "huge mistakes" she has made throughout her life and says she has now come to the realisation that they were down to a certain condition
  
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• Doctor diagnosed with prostate cancer after dismissing two common symptoms

  28-01-2025 15:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Professor Christopher Cheng spent 30 years as a urologist, but still dismissed his symptoms of prostate cancer. He is now calling for a screening programme to be introduced
  
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