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• Dick Van Dyke wrongly declared dead in awful broadcasting error

  12-02-2026 12:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ashley Roberts confused Dick Van Dyke with James Van Der Beek, mistakenly announcing the 100-year-old legend had died
  
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• NHS doctor thrown off EasyJet flight in baggage row - despite bag fitting

  13-02-2026 14:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The doctor claims the crew member was being 'aggressive' but Easyjet said the passenger was being 'disruptive'
  
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• Motorcyclist hospitalised in collision

  13-02-2026 14:26 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A motorbike rider is in hospital with serious injuries following a collision on Kings Weston Road, Lawrence Weston, Bristol. It happened just 5.35pm on Monday 9 February at the junction of Kings Weston Road and Fernhill Lane. The rider of a grey Husqvarna Svartpilen 125 was in collision with a white Vauxhall Astra and a white Toyota Aygo. The rider, a man in his twenties…
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• Binman warns waste 'won't be collected' if common items are found in recycling

  13-02-2026 14:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A binmen has urged households to stop recycling common items, as it can lead to their waste not being collected. He shared what people need to know so they can take action
  
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• Martin Lewis explains 'much cheaper' scheme open to DWP pensioner claimants

  13-02-2026 14:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The consumer expert said the discounted schemes have not been promoted enough
  
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• ITV to air fiery Love Island clash that forced Maya Jama to step in

  13-02-2026 14:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Love Island host Maya Jama was forced to intervene as villa exes went head-to-head after a tense challenge
  
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• Bristol residents will see council tax rise by nearly 5% in April

  13-02-2026 14:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Just one of nine political party amendments were passed
  
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• Two shoplifters from south Bristol have been jailed

  13-02-2026 13:50 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Two shoplifters from south Bristol have been jailed. David Mullin, of no fixed address, admitted 21 shoplifting offences from a store in Bishopsworth on Monday 9 February. The 36-year-old has received a prison sentence of eight weeks, after a suspended sentence was activated. James Carbon pleaded guilty to three thefts from shops in Knowle and Whitchurch between October and January.
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• Premium Bonds update as MPs blast NS&I for 'full-spectrum disaster'

  13-02-2026 13:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You can win big prizes in the monthly Premium Bonds draw
  
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• Doctor-approved supplement may help people 'sleep better at night'

  13-02-2026 12:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A doctor has shared two supplements that could help with sleep issues
  
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• M5 crash sparked long delays near Cribbs Causeway

  13-02-2026 12:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A picture showed a car facing the wrong way on the hard shoulder
  
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• Live: M5 crash sparks long delays near Cribbs Causeway

  13-02-2026 12:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A picture shows a car facing the wrong way on the hard shoulder
  
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• 'I survived being crushed by giant woodwork machine - then tiny speck of dust nearly killed me'

  13-02-2026 12:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The former IT programmer was in a coma for ten days and looked like he'd gone 'rounds with George Foreman' after a surface planer toppled from a shelf and crashed onto his head
  
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• Millions should stop drinking this juice if they also take statins

  13-02-2026 12:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The fruit juice can cause a potentially 'toxic' effect in the body if combined with common pills
  
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• Judges say Palestine Action ban was ‘disproportionate’ and should be overturned

  13-02-2026 12:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Home Secretary plans to fight the "disappointing" ruling
  
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• People with dementia 'stranded in hospital' for weeks

  13-02-2026 12:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Delays to discharging dementia patients can cause a bottleneck for beds and increases the risk of complications
  
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• Met Office issues 17-hour ice warning for South West

  13-02-2026 12:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The weather warning will be in place from 5pm this evening
  
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• 'Rude' British Airways passengers turn flight into two-hour 'church service' singing and praying

  13-02-2026 11:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Maxine Munroe shared footage of her controversial trip from London Heathrow to Jamaica on TikTok in January.
  
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• UKHSA tells this group of people to 'consider wearing a face mask' to avoid illness

  13-02-2026 11:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Health officials have shared guidance on respiratory viruses including COVID-19, flu, and RSV
  
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• Drivers caught by 'worst pothole in Bristol' leaving trail of hub caps and number plates

  13-02-2026 11:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The council is facing bills for thousands of pounds as video of drivers hitting it goes viral
  
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• People who wake up at 3am issued messaged by Dr Amir Khan

  13-02-2026 11:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Lots of us wake up during the night without knowing why
  
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• Dad's crucial advice for couples with toddlers to save their relationship

  13-02-2026 11:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A first-time dad has warned couples that one crucial habit can prevent resentment building 'faster than you think' during the challenging toddler phase
  
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• Love Island bombshells asked four questions by Islanders as soon as they enter villa

  13-02-2026 11:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bombshells are a fundamental element of Love Island designed to disrupt, challenge and shake-up existing connections within the villa
  
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• Pup pilgrimage: Dogs travel 11,000 miles to Crufts in record global turnout

  13-02-2026 11:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Crufts has surpassed its own record for international interest, with 4,299 overseas entries, including competitors travelling from as far as New Zealand, Peru and Argentina, up to around 11,000+ miles to reach Birmingham
  
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• Man flew to Turkey and bought groceries for £20 less than in UK

  13-02-2026 11:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Even adding in the cost of the flights and other expenses Jordon still saved himself £20 by going to Turkey for his groceries
  
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• Jesy Nelson reveals why she may never return to music after 'dark' industry experience

  13-02-2026 11:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jesy Nelson has vowed she may never return to the music industry after her difficult experience in the industry
  
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• Hand-reared endangered red panda cub takes first steps in new Bristol habitat

  13-02-2026 10:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are only 2,500 in the wild
  
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• Greatest FA Cup moments ever ranked as Ryan Giggs secures top spot

  13-02-2026 10:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ryan Giggs' goal against Arsenal in the 1999 FA Cup semi-final has been voted the greatest moment in the competition's history
  
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• Little Mix's Jesy Nelson tried to take own life in dark days before quitting band

  13-02-2026 10:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The singer has opened up about her desperate final days in the X Factor girl group
  
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• BBC Breakfast hosts make emotional announcement after tragic death

  13-02-2026 10:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast stars Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt shared an emotional story on Friday
  
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