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• MAFS star admits to calling ex ‘136 times’ before ending 'marriage' over text

  29-11-2025 23:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A Married at First Sight UK star has opened up about the night he ended things with his ex partner via text
  
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• Norris 'will try everything' to win title in Qatar

  29-11-2025 23:50 via bbc.com
  Lando Norris lamented missing out on pole position in Qatar, but has not given up hope he can clinch the F1 drivers' title on Sunday.
  
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• Sir Tom Stoppard, playwright famed for his wit and depth, dies at 88

  29-11-2025 22:13 via bbc.com
  The King and Queen pay tribute to a "dear friend who wore his genius lightly".
  
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• Why quiet protesters were carted off by the police in Bristol today

  29-11-2025 21:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Eight bullet points explaining what happened
  
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• Six-try Bristol end Northampton's unbeaten start

  29-11-2025 21:00 via bbc.com
  Bristol Bears score five first-half tries to outclass Northampton and end Saints' unbeaten start to the Prem season.
  
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• Dozens arrested at pro-Palestine demonstrations

  29-11-2025 20:40 via bbc.com
  Demonstrations were co-ordinated in cities including Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham.
  
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• Former Royal advisor Sir Jonathon Porritt arrested at Bristol protest

  29-11-2025 19:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was one of the 31 arrested at College Green
  
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• Man running 52 marathons after mental health crisis

  29-11-2025 18:59 via bbc.com
  Tommy Greenhouse, 22, who has just completed his 47th run, said the challenge was giving him purpose.
  
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• Arrests made during Bristol protest

  29-11-2025 18:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A number of people were arrested in Bristol this afternoon (29 November) during a protest at College Green. Officers attempted to engage with protesters to explain that it was a criminal offence to express support for the Palestine Action group following its proscription by the government earlier this year. A total of 30 people were subsequently arrested under Section 13 of the Terrorism…
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• Bristol city centre mass protest sees 31 arrested

  29-11-2025 18:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Elderly protesters wrote illegal signs to get themselves arrested
  
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• Former Nottingham Forest goalkeeper, 14, killed in train tragedy had 'infectious smile'

  29-11-2025 18:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Joshua Travis's family say he had an 'incredible energy for life' (UK News)
  
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• Builder switches on his Christmas lights – all 235,000 of them

  29-11-2025 17:06 via bbc.com
  The display includes reindeer on the roof, huge glittering snowflakes and a Santa figure.
  
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• DWP 'qualifying week' for extra payment expected to start on Monday

  29-11-2025 16:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anyone claiming 24 benefits during the qualifying week could be entitled to the Christmas Bonus
  
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• Rare amber warning issued for Bristol Channel with 'danger to life'

  29-11-2025 14:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The alert runs for 24 hours and could cause flooding to homes and businesses
  
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• Child sex offender told 'you are not the victim' after bizarre claims jury were 'hypnotised'

  29-11-2025 14:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Natalie Wolf, also known as Ryan Haley, was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison after being found guilty of sexual activity with a child
  
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• Live: Huge Palestine Action protest in Bristol city centre

  29-11-2025 14:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Updates from College Green where police have warned protesters they will be arrested for holding up signs
  
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• Dame Esther Rantzen diagnosed with second cancer 'and there's no treatment'

  29-11-2025 13:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 85-year-old broadcaster has a second type of cancer but is not receiving treatment
  
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• Strictly star on 'those hips' after salsa success

  29-11-2025 13:38 via bbc.com
  George Clarke and his partner Alexis Warr are among the final six couples in the competition.
  
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• The historic landmark near the city centre of Bristol which was 'disgracefully neglected'

  29-11-2025 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The landmark was restored years after it had originally closed
  
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• Killer who shattered doctor's skull with 17 blows has release blocked at eleventh hour

  29-11-2025 12:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Reginald Wilson was due to be released from prison this week after spending 34 years behind bars for the brutal murder of Dr David Birkett
  
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• 'Spa an hour from Bristol is perfect for a day of pampering'

  29-11-2025 12:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  I was so ready for it
  
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• Jet 2, easyJet, BA and Wizz Air issue updates over 'disruption' affecting Airbus planes

  29-11-2025 12:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Passengers could face issues this weekend
  
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• Major UK airport issues update as software changes cause disruption - Bristol Live

  29-11-2025 12:42
  Major UK airport issues update as software changes cause disruption  Bristol Live
  
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• Major UK airport issues update as software changes cause disruption

  29-11-2025 12:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wizz Air, easyJet and Jet2 are said to be the UK airlines most affected
  
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• Teen faces losing his finger after being mauled by dangerous dog

  29-11-2025 12:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Kobie Pollard's mum said he is not the boy he was
  
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• The Bristol road that's so wide locals feel they have to do something about it

  29-11-2025 11:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are some bold ideas for the junction
  
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• Mass arrests likely at Bristol protest today as campaigners challenge Palestine Action ban

  29-11-2025 11:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police have warned protesters they will be committing a terrorism offence for holding up illegal signs
  
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• Six in ten Brits now plan cost-conscious Christmas as Budget hits consumer confidence

  29-11-2025 10:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A snap poll conducted in the 24 hours after Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ statement revealed that shoppers are also reassessing how far their festive budget can stretch
  
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• Matalan urgently recalls children's toys - over biozhazard risk

  29-11-2025 10:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The retail giant issued an urgent recall warning about the squishy dinosaur egg and unicorn egg toys after discovering they don't meet toy safety regulations.
  
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• BBC Breakfast star makes passionate plea to viewers over 'double the risk' of cancer

  29-11-2025 10:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Prostate Cancer UK's Chiara De Biase appeared with a well-known actor to send viewers a powerful message
  
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• Woman dies in city centre incident

  29-11-2025 10:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police and ambulance crews rushed to the scene on Friday evening
  
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• Policing plan in place for Bristol protest

  29-11-2025 10:01 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Policing plans are in place ahead of a protest due to take place in Bristol this afternoon (29 November). The protest, organised by Defend Our Juries, is expected to begin at 1pm on College Green. Officers will be present to enable lawful and peaceful protest while ensuring public safety and preventing serious disruption. Attendees are reminded that expressing support for a…
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• Aldi issues alert as chocolate snack could pose 'health risk'

  29-11-2025 09:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It can be returned to stores
  
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• Joanna Lumley's bold health claim that she's 'never ill' at age 79

  29-11-2025 08:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Absolutely Fabulous star has followed the diet since the 1970s
  
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• Festive market founder 'hugely proud' 25 years on

  29-11-2025 08:48 via bbc.com
  Marian McNeir says many people had never heard of a Christmas market when she shared their vision.
  
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• 'Aristocrat seeks bride' and 'police kidney gift'

  29-11-2025 08:40 via bbc.com
  A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.
  
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• South West survivors share full horror of fatal blizzard tragedy

  29-11-2025 08:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A once in a life-time bucket-list trek turned into a horror story
  
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• Meta accused of letting AI sellers 'run rampant'

  29-11-2025 08:01 via bbc.com
  Dozens say they fell victim to companies using images of people who do not exist and false back stories.
  
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• DWP four reasons you must pay back up to £300 Winter Fuel Payment

  29-11-2025 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Winter Fuel Payment is worth up to £300 and paid to millions of pensioners to help with energy costs in the colder months
  
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• Daily coffee intake could give people 'extra biological years', study finds

  29-11-2025 06:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Coffee’s powerful antioxidant may be able to slow biological aging processes for certain people
  
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• Ice cream master says Bristol Airport cost him chance to win world title

  29-11-2025 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Daniele Panunzio said he was unfairly denied boarding
  
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• Council accused of 'dragging their feet' over van dwellers

  29-11-2025 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A week after announcing enforcement action, the council has not responded to questions about how or when it will move vehicles along
  
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• Calls for changes to Bristol's quirky 'widest street'

  29-11-2025 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  For anyone used to the standard Victorian terraced streets of Bristol, the junction is strikingly big
  
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• We tried the Mystery Parcels stall at Bristol's Christmas Market

  29-11-2025 05:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Did the prizes live up to the price?
  
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• Drivers could save 'up to £3,750' on a new car thanks to one Government scheme

  29-11-2025 02:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Buyers do not need to apply for the grant directly, as reductions will be included in the final purchase price
  
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