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• BBC The Apprentice fans say 'toes are permanently curled' over 'worst episode ever'

  06-02-2025 23:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Apprentice fans were left cringing on Thursday as the candidates were tasked with creating a virtual pop star
  
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• Love Island fans fume as show ends on 'crazy' cliffhanger after tense challenge

  06-02-2025 23:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Love Island viewers were left fuming as the show ended on a cliffhanger after the iconic game Snog, Marry, Pie returned
  
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• Surgeon who caused harm has suspension extended

  06-02-2025 22:11 via bbc.com
  
  Medical tribunal rules a further suspension of Tony Dixon is in the public interest.
  
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• Crowds gather in hope of NHS dental treatment

  06-02-2025 20:12 via bbc.com
  
  An inner-city dental surgery says it has registered 13,700 patients since opening last year.
  
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• Woman who killed man in racist attack in Bristol has sentencing delayed

  06-02-2025 19:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Christina Howell fatally stabbed Hubert “Isaac” Brown on a Bristol street in 2023
  
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• Baby not given antibiotics 'until after cardiac arrest'

  06-02-2025 19:39 via bbc.com
  
  The baby's condition deteriorated and he suffered two cardiac arrests before dying.
  
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• 'People keep telling me my daughter's name is strange – but I love it'

  06-02-2025 19:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A mum has said she can't believe how many people struggle to get her daughter's name right, as strangers have even told her the moniker is 'unusual'. So what do you make of it?
  
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• Sentencing hearing rescheduled for woman who killed man in violent racist attack

  06-02-2025 19:13 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The sentencing date of a woman who killed Hubert “Isaac” Brown in Bristol in 2023 has been delayed to enable more time for sentencing reports to be completed. Christina Howell, 37, of Easton, who remains in a secure hospital, was due to be sentenced tomorrow (Friday 7 February) after the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in January accepted her plea of guilty to manslaughter by reason of…
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• 'I'm a GP for the NHS – never ignore this everyday symptom many overlook'

  06-02-2025 19:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Shireen, an NHS GP, has shared the three reasons you could be feeling a common, everyday symptom and urged people to get checked by their doctor if they are experiencing it
  
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• Pedestrian hit by bus in Kingswood crash

  06-02-2025 19:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A person has been taken to hospital
  
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• Never-seen-before virus may have troubling symptoms resulting in 'threat to all mankind'

  06-02-2025 18:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Experts are concerned about the potential for a new global pandemic after the never-seen-before Camp Hill virus was discovered - it is part of a family of pathogens including the notorious Nipah and Hendra viruses
  
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• The Apprentice star Tre Lowe reveals show's unseen 'rigorous' audition process

  06-02-2025 18:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Apprentice star Tre Lowe has opened up about the "intense" application process for the BBC show
  
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• The Chase fans fume 'I'm losing the will to live' as players keep making 'outrageous' choice

  06-02-2025 18:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Chase viewers were left speechless on Thursday as a player made an unexpected decision
  
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• Common food ingredient could boost memory and decrease stress

  06-02-2025 18:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It helps our memory, learning, and overall brain health
  
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• Arrests after men injured in 'unprovoked' attack

  06-02-2025 18:04 via bbc.com
  
  Two men were attacked by a group of men after Bristol City's home fixture against Blackburn Rovers.
  
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• Grave problems remain over missing cash in Bristol City Council team helping refugees

  06-02-2025 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Last year auditors warned that the team had unrestricted access to cash
  
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• He grabbed me and said 'don't scream or I'll kill you'

  06-02-2025 17:54 via bbc.com
  
  How a rookie police officer played a crucial role in snaring a man who spread fear across a city.
  
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• M5 crash caused tailbacks near Bristol at rush hour

  06-02-2025 17:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There was queuing traffic on the motorway
  
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• Live: M5 crash causing tailbacks near Bristol at rush hour

  06-02-2025 17:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is queuing traffic on the motorway
  
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• Live: Bristol A-road closed after crash at rush hour

  06-02-2025 17:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Delays are building in Kingswood
  
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• Bristol A-road was closed after pedestrian hit by bus

  06-02-2025 17:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Delays are building in Kingswood
  
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• Six arrested over assaults on two men after Bristol City football match

  06-02-2025 17:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 'nasty' incident left victims with cuts and bruises
  
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• Bridge near Bristol city centre to close for up to two years

  06-02-2025 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The swing bridge will close for up to two years as refurbishment work takes place
  
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• Love Island's Marcel admits it was 'right person, wrong time' after split from Olivia Hawkins

  06-02-2025 17:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Love Island star Marcel Somerville has revealed the reason he and Olivia Hawkins decided to split just days after touching down in the UK.
  
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• Scientists say perfect boiled egg takes 32 minutes to cook

  06-02-2025 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  As well as having peak flavour and texture the egg maintains more health-boosting nutrients
  
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• League schedule is 'madness' - Manning

  06-02-2025 17:00 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol City's schedule is "madness" says head coach Liam Manning as they face three Championship games in seven days.
  
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• Man diagnosed with cancer after cutting himself on chicken wire

  06-02-2025 16:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ben Goldsborough, 34, said he was diagnosed with stage two melanoma - a type of skin cancer - after initially catching a mole on his arm on a piece of chicken wire
  
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• South Gloucestershire residents warned more cuts could be on the way

  06-02-2025 16:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The financial plans now go to a vote at full council
  
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• Home Bargains fans stock up on £6 travel bag perfect for budget flights or trains

  06-02-2025 16:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Home Bargains' affordable cabin bags have wowed travel lowers, with prices starting from as low as £5.99
  
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• Five signs your partner is cheating on you ahead of Valentine's Day

  06-02-2025 16:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A body language expert has tips for spotting a cheater
  
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• Sick baby was not given antibiotics until after suffering cardiac arrest, inquest told

  06-02-2025 16:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ben Condon passed away after suffering two cardiac arrests
  
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• 'Desperate' scenes as over 100 people queue for Bristol NHS dentist space

  06-02-2025 16:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People have signed on from as far away as Cornwall and Wales
  
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• Six arrests in connection with attack on two men after football match – Bristol

  06-02-2025 16:28 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Six arrests have been made as part of our ongoing investigation into two men being attacked following a football match in Bristol last month. The men, aged between 19 and 22, were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder in a pre-planned operation during the early hours of this morning (Thursday 6 February). The two victims, aged 20 and 49, sustained injuries including cuts and bruises…
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• Princess Anne returns to Bristol hospital to thank staff for her care after horse accident

  06-02-2025 16:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The King's sister was treated at Southmead Hospital after her suspected horse-related accident last year
  
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• Princess Anne thanks medics after accident

  06-02-2025 16:08 via bbc.com
  
  The Princess Royal returns to the hospital where she was treated for a head injury and concussion.
  
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• Mum hailed 'genius' for giving baby a name that sounds like 'popular Italian dish'

  06-02-2025 16:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People have been left in disbelief after a mum shared her baby's name online - which they think nods to a popular Italian dish
  
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• Naturally lower 'bad' cholesterol by drinking one cup of 1p tea daily

  06-02-2025 15:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Already popular among younger generations, this cheap drink helps naturally slash cholesterol levels and help lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes
  
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• Live: Police hunting Bristol man with diamond tattoo behind ear

  06-02-2025 15:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Call 999 if you see him
  
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• Paul Hollywood shares which bread you should really use to make 'best' sandwich

  06-02-2025 15:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Great British Bake Off's Paul Hollywood has said there's a "best" type of bread to use when making a sandwich. He gave his verdict in a TikTok video that has been viewed thousands of times
  
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• Shopper claims new £2.99 item is 'best thing to come from Home Bargains'

  06-02-2025 15:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Customers have said the new £2.99 item that comes in a range of seasonal colours is perfect for spring
  
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• PIP claimants may need to contact DWP over paused payments

  06-02-2025 15:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are a wide variety of reasons you could see a change in your PIP claim
  
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• Home Bargains shoppers say you can smell lovely £13 diffuser 'as soon as you walk in'

  06-02-2025 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The retailer has delighted shoppers looking for affordable home decor — and the fragrant product matches the retailer's viral lamps
  
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• Exact areas hit by warnings as snow coming in -7C Scandinavian blast

  06-02-2025 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The UKHSA has issued a health alert for multiple areas as the temperature is set to drop sharply
  
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• Claudia Winkleman's new M&S trousers are 'flattering' and 'sit nicely'

  06-02-2025 14:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Claudia Winkleman is the latest ambassador for Marks and Spencer
  
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• Police probe into death of UK woman, 24, in Sri Lanka - Bristol Live

  06-02-2025 14:46
  Police probe into death of UK woman, 24, in Sri Lanka  Bristol Live
  
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• Police probe into death of UK woman, 24, in Sri Lanka

  06-02-2025 14:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  O fficers are investigating the possibility that women were poisoned by noxious pesticides
  
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• 'Don’t scream or I’ll kill you': Hero police woman recalls moment she snared 'Clifton rapist'

  06-02-2025 14:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Michelle Leonard was just a 24-year-old rookie when she 'baited' Ronald Evans
  
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• Bristol emergency incident explained by police

  06-02-2025 14:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fire and police officers were at the scene
  
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• Martin Lewis issues £100,000 mortgage update as interest rates cut

  06-02-2025 14:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bank of England voted to cut interest rates from 4.75% to 4.5% on Thursday
  
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• Aldi shoppers can now 'smell like Gucci' for just £7 instead of £135 with new perfumes

  06-02-2025 14:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The supermarket has launched the new scents just in time for Valentine's Day and shoppers say they could be mistaken for Gucci
  
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