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• 'I fled home in boxers after explosion and now that's all I have'

  12-05-2025 22:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The blast wrecked one house and severely damaged others
  
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• No changes to Robins' transfer strategy - Lansdown

  12-05-2025 21:54 via bbc.com
  Bristol City will not change their approach to transfers this summer after reaching the Championship play-offs, says owner Steve Lansdown.
  
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• Inside Love Island 2024 winners' life after villa as new season set to drop

  12-05-2025 21:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The last winners split up just two months after leaving the villa
  
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• Woman attacked with tree branch in row outside Bristol primary school

  12-05-2025 20:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses
  
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• 'Brilliant' Bristol grandad who died in crash will be 'truly missed'

  12-05-2025 19:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was described as kind and loyal
  
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• Student's robot obliterates 4x4 Rubik's cube world record

  12-05-2025 18:44 via bbc.com
  Matthew Pidden built the "Revenger" over 15 weeks – and beat the world record by 33 seconds.
  
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• M5 standstill at Bristol after multi-vehicle crash

  12-05-2025 18:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic was held for a time
  
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• Tributes to 'talented athlete' who died after Great Bristol Run

  12-05-2025 18:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "He will be remembered fondly"
  
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• Rugby player dies after collapsing at half-marathon

  12-05-2025 18:14 via bbc.com
  The runner died in hospital, event organisers confirmed.
  
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• Witness appeal after woman assaulted in Withywood

  12-05-2025 18:10 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We’re appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted in the Withywood area of Bristol. At about 8.30am on Tuesday 22 April, near Four Acres Academy, a woman is reported to has been verbally abusive towards another woman before hitting her with a tree branch. No significant injuries were reported. As part of their enquiries, officers are urging anyone who witnessed the incident to…
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• Kind-hearted man remembered by family following fatal collision

  12-05-2025 17:58 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A ‘kind’ and ‘loyal’ man with a passion for cars and motorbikes has been remembered by his family following his death last week. Paul Clark, aged 64 from Mangotsfield, sadly died following a three-vehicle collision on the A46 in Old Sodbury on Wednesday 7 May at around 1pm. Officers and paramedics provided medical attention to Paul, however he was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.
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• Metrobus ticket machines could be removed from bus stops as few people use them

  12-05-2025 17:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An upcoming review will also explore displaying advertising on the Metrobus iPoints
  
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• Counter terrorism police investigate blaze at Keir Starmer's home

  12-05-2025 17:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police are carrying out an investigation into the fire which broke out at the property on Monday
  
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• Police probe after fire at Sir Keir Starmer’s house

  12-05-2025 17:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It happened in the early hours of toda
  
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• NS&I update over two-day rule for Premium Bonds payouts

  12-05-2025 17:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A customer contacted NS&I as they were concerned they had not received their funds yet
  
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• 'I have MS and you should go to the doctor if you have these symptoms'

  12-05-2025 17:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A woman who has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) shared three symptoms that she just assumed were normal but that should be checked by GP as they could be signs of early MS
  
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• Gen Z drivers more likely to have their car stolen than boomers

  12-05-2025 17:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  With almost one in 12 (7%) of UK drivers having their car stolen in the last five years, it is revealed that Gen Z are the generation most at risk – with 17–24-year olds’ cars being stolen 36 times more than over 55s’ cars (18% versus 0.5%)
  
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• Iconic Bristol venue The Full Moon is on the market for £3.2m - but will be staying open

  12-05-2025 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  According to estate agents the business has planning permission to build further hostel accommodation too
  
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• Bride's 'beautiful' bouquet tip could knock hundreds off wedding bill

  12-05-2025 16:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Newlyweds love the bouquet tip that can shave hundreds of pounds off the overall bill
  
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• Teacher with deadly allergy fears £10,000 honeymoon flight may kill her

  12-05-2025 16:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bethany Roads has suffered with a severe airborne peanut allergy since she was four years old but didn't think it would be an issue when she began planning her honeymoon earlier this year
  
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• You can 'boost immune system, heart and brain' by eating one nut everyday

  12-05-2025 16:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A health enthusiast has taken to social media to reveal the health benefits of eating just one brazil nut a day, which can help boost your immune system and help brain and heart health
  
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• Rolls-Royce wins £563 million RAF Typhoon fighter jet engine contract

  12-05-2025 16:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Most of the work will take place at Rolls-Royce in Bristol
  
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• AD FEATURE: Two million Brits already seeking car finance scandal payouts - are you owed cash?

  12-05-2025 16:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The car finance mis-selling scandal could see UK drivers receive billions of pounds in compensation over the next few months - but the sum could be even higher depending on a Supreme Court judgment
  
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• 'Weirdest' jobs that 'pay surprisingly well' and one stands out above the rest

  12-05-2025 16:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People have shared which 'weird' jobs they've had in the UK that unexpectedly 'paid well' and one stands out the most. There are many job opportunities in different industries
  
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• Dog owner explains how to stop dogs pulling on leads – it's all about consistency

  12-05-2025 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A dog owner has shared the 'reward' method she used to stop her pet from pulling on their lead - and it's a game-changer for those who are struggling to walk their dog
  
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• People are discovering 'genius' hotel room hack for turning on lights without a key card

  12-05-2025 15:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People are discovering a 'genius' hack to turn the lights on in a hotel room without a key card but this might not be helpful in conserving energy. Key cards are used to switch on the power in hotel rooms
  
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• Man, 28, dies after collapsing during Great Bristol Run

  12-05-2025 15:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  RIP
  
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• James Corden's £8.5m estate where he wants to build 'dream' is still boarded up

  12-05-2025 15:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  James Corden's plans to build a new home on his £8.5million estate in Oxfordshire have not yet come to fruition with the property in Oxfordshire still boarded up
  
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• Bored Brits craving a snack-time thrill

  12-05-2025 15:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Just under one in three (30%) made the admission, with a similar number (34%) confessing they wish they could break free from their same old snacking cycle
  
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• Bristol director of Post Office drama on BAFTA win

  12-05-2025 14:40 via bbc.co.uk
  Mr Bates vs The Post Office won a BAFTA for Best Limited Drama.
  
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• Man arrested after Bristol assault

  12-05-2025 14:37 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A man has been arrested by officers investigating the assault of a man in Castle Park in Bristol on Saturday 10 May. We were called at 6.54pm and officers found the injured man nearby in Union Street. He was taken to hospital with a knife wound that was not believed to be life-threatening. He has since been discharged to continue his recovery at home. Yesterday (11 May)…
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• Search 'paused' for British man missing in New Zealand

  12-05-2025 14:31 via bbc.com
  Eli Sweeting was reported missing on 4 May after failing to return from a solo hike.
  
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• 'Redesign' would mean electricity costs less in some areas of UK - Bristol Live

  12-05-2025 12:20
  'Redesign' would mean electricity costs less in some areas of UK  Bristol Live
  
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• Banned baby names in the UK - and the rules parents need to follow

  12-05-2025 12:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  While parents in the UK are generally free to call their babies whatever they like, there are still a number of rules in place to prevent certain names from being used on birth certificates
  
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• MOT rule change could soon come in as Government issues warnings

  12-05-2025 11:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport (DfT) has addressed the possibility of new safety standards
  
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• 'Neighbours were fighting over smoking in building – so I wrote note that shut them down'

  12-05-2025 11:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A man has been left fuming after being dragged into his neighbour's petty note war - and he was forced to leave his own message to set the record straight once and for all
  
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• DWP scrapping benefit forever - letters being sent to households now

  12-05-2025 11:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two benefits are being phased out by the Department for Work and Pensions
  
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• ITV GMB star Ranvir Singh rushed to A&E for 'urgent' surgery after Lorraine absence

  12-05-2025 11:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  TV presenter Ranvir Singh has shared pictures of herself in hospital after being rushed in for an emergency surgery
  
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• The 5 airlines with the biggest economy class luggage allowances - and BA didn't make the list

  12-05-2025 11:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If you hate the thought of packing light for your holiday, these are the airlines that'll let you check in a decent sized suitcase
  
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• Major food firm that supplies UK supermarkets faces collapse after a century

  12-05-2025 10:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company said they were looking for a buyer
  
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• Man leaves neighbour 'passive aggressive' note and is shocked by 'rude' response

  12-05-2025 10:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A man has shared a rather awkward interaction he had with his new neighbour, who he claims is 'rude' - but many people have said that he is also in the wrong for his approach
  
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• BAFTA TV Awards 2025 moments which you missed including Danny Dyer's foul-mouthed speech

  12-05-2025 10:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 2025 BAFTA TV Awards took place in London on Sunday night, with the likes of Danny Dyer, Lennie James and Blue Lights all picking up gongs
  
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• Brits are making simple lottery mistake that could 'hinder their winnings'

  12-05-2025 10:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Millions of Brits take part in the lottery, but they may have been making a mistake for years. There's something you need to know that could boost your chances of winning more money
  
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• Mum 'died' during routine op and had no pulse for six weeks

  12-05-2025 10:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She had gone in for what was thought to be a minor corrective procedure
  
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• BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent pauses show with update for viewers saying 'very richly deserved'

  12-05-2025 09:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast came to a halt as presenter Sally Nugent shared a message with viewers following the TV BAFTAs which took place on Sunday evening
  
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• Ruth Jones' BAFTA speech leaves viewers all saying the same thing

  12-05-2025 09:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Nessa actress made comments about her co-star James Cordon
  
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• Nationwide members 'most likely' to see free £100 land in accounts

  12-05-2025 09:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nationwide is expected to distribute more 'Fairer Share' bonuses next month
  
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• ITV Good Morning Britain halted for breaking news as Susanna Reid says 'this is big'

  12-05-2025 09:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Good Morning Britain was interrupted on Monday morning as hosts Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley went live to Downing Street
  
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• Man masturbated opposite woman on Bristol train

  12-05-2025 09:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police want to speak to the man pictured
  
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• Mum spent £10k on weight loss surgery that left her 'vomiting flesh'

  12-05-2025 09:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sofia Alessia said she wished she'd gone for a weight loss jab instead
  
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