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• Sopranos star Vincent Pastore dies as death investigated

  01-08-2026 23:27 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The Sopranos star Vincent Pastore, who played mobster Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the HBO series, has died at the age of 80
  
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• Sopranos star Vincent Pastore dead at 80 as death investigated

  01-08-2026 23:27 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The Sopranos star Vincent Pastore, who played mobster Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the HBO series, has died at the age of 80
  
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• Merseyside search for man after teenager sexually assaulted on bus

  01-08-2026 23:16 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Police believe the man may be in Southport
  
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• Merseyside's history of prison breaks from daylight van raids to fake illness

  01-08-2026 23:05 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  'Blood brothers' sprung from prison van, a murderer who feigned illness, and a notorious gangster caught while buying a butty are among the tales of Liverpool criminals who have broken out of jail
  
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• Family feared they were 'going to die' as earthquake struck Italian holiday villa

  01-08-2026 22:33 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The Dublin family were staying in an Airbnb villa in Pozzuoli, near Naples, when the powerful 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck, sending them fleeing from the building as walls cracked and debris fell around them
  
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• Supermarket giant opening new store in Merseyside seaside town

  01-08-2026 22:29 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The shop will open on Thursday, August 13
  
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• Award-winning director dies of heart attack as family 'devastated'

  01-08-2026 22:02 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The director Justin Hardy died on Friday night
  
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• 30 baby names for boys and girls that were popular 62 years ago

  01-08-2026 21:54 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Peter, Simon, Julie and Diane were among the most popular names back in the day
  
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• Where the Birds of a Feather cast are now 36 years after show first aired

  01-08-2026 21:50 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The long-running show has attracted a huge fanbase over the years
  
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• Hamburg 1 - 2 Everton - Merlin Rohl goal, stream, highlights and reaction

  01-08-2026 21:40 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Live team news, score and match updates from the double-header at the Volksparkstadion as Everton take on Hamburg in a pre-season friendly
  
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• First look at free event arrives at park in Huyton

  01-08-2026 21:33 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The first of two huge events got underway at Court Hey Park this morning
  
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• High street chain cutting more than 600 jobs as it shuts closes 132 shops

  01-08-2026 21:27 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The company has launched a consultation over the proposed closures, which will affect more than a tenth of its shops
  
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• Birkenhead man turned ‘sinister’ after pub fight, then he murdered his wife and kids

  01-08-2026 21:14 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Lock Ah Tam delivered a chilling message to police after the murder
  
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• St Helens misery continues as York seal memorable win

  01-08-2026 21:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  York Knights pile more misery on ailing St Helens with their first win over them in 80 years.
  
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• Ryanair flight met by police at airport over passenger's 'weird behaviour' on board

  01-08-2026 20:51 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Caitlin Anderson pulled out her own hair extensions and was involved in an altercation with another passenger
  
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• Famous faces play thrilling charity match for Southport families

  01-08-2026 20:48 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Actor James Nelson-Joyce, boxer Liam Smith, and footballers Toni Duggan and Ricky Lambert took to the pitch at Haig Avenue
  
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• I've tried many eyebrow waxes but this one sculpts laminated brows that last all day

  01-08-2026 20:43 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Anastasia Beverly Hills' Brow Freeze Extreme Hold Laminated Look Sculpting Wax is currently on sale at Lookfantastic for £17.94, and in my experience it's one of the best brow sculpting products I've tried for keeping brows in place
  
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• What happened at Volksparkstadion explains £7m transfer as Everton pair get exactly what they needed

  01-08-2026 20:32 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Everton match verdict from Joe Thomas following the 2-1 pre-season friendly victory over Hamburg at Volksparkstadion
  
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• Liverpool city centre road closed as man taken to hospital

  01-08-2026 20:03 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  There was heavy traffic in the area following the incident
  
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• New roadside tests that could see DVLA ban drivers

  01-08-2026 20:02 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The government is proposing new tests for drivers across the UK - and those who fail could have their driving licence revoked by the DVLA and be banned from the roads
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers tonight with Thunderball for Saturday, August 1

  01-08-2026 20:00 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Tonight's jackpot is a huge £5.9m
  
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• Coastguard helicopter and lifeboats launched for emergency at Welsh beach

  01-08-2026 19:47 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  A woman suffered a medical emergency while visiting Caldey Island, near Tenby, prompting a major coastguard and RNLI rescue operation
  
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• Argos £22 underbed storage box trio drops to £6.80 in deal

  01-08-2026 19:30 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  "Very convenient storage, sturdy and strong too. The perfect size and amount of space for what was needed"
  
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• Friends transforming derelict Moorfields building are 'excited one moment, nervous the next'

  01-08-2026 19:28 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Lana Parker and Becks O'Driscoll aren't naive in the work they will have to do to bring the space back to life
  
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• Everton player ratings after Hamburg friendly victory as two stars get 8/10 but one struggles

  01-08-2026 19:20 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Everton player ratings from Joe Thomas following the 2-1 pre-season friendly victory over Hamburg at Volksparkstadion
  
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• Dad fined £200 at East Midlands Airport for paying to park before leaving

  01-08-2026 19:15 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Kevin Smith, 68, received £200 in East Midlands Airport parking fines despite paying the £5 charge on the app for both visits to the rapid drop-off zone
  
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• UK set for rare solar eclipse as 90% of the sun disappears this August

  01-08-2026 19:12 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The August eclipse will be the most significant solar event visible from the UK and Ireland since the famous 1999 eclipse
  
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• I got stuck to Beyoncé at the Grammys and Stevie Wonder held my hand - but this is just the start

  01-08-2026 18:59 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Alexa Joyce spoke to the ECHO in an exclusive interview about her incredible journey so far, her debut single and recording with Mark Ronson
  
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• Mohamed Salah twist as negotiations suddenly 'hijacked' after '£18.5m agreement'

  01-08-2026 18:32 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Mohamed Salah is reportedly edging closer to signing for a new club, with one report claiming the Egyptian forward has now agreed an £18.5m contract
  
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• Adolescence star Owen Cooper reveals trick to how he got breakthrough Netflix role

  01-08-2026 18:32 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Director Philip Barantini shared the moment he knew Owen had something special
  
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• Smirking killer driver ruined happy family day out at Cheshire Oaks

  01-08-2026 18:30 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  A grandad who was attacked in front of his nine-year-old grandson told a court: 'No child should have to witness such behaviour'
  
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• What the ECHO understands about Christian Norgaard transfer as Everton eye double deal

  01-08-2026 18:11 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Former Brentford star Christian Norgaard made 20 appearances for Arsenal last season, including seven in the club’s Premier League-winning campaign
  
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• We've realised how short life is after what happened to Nathan

  01-08-2026 17:54 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Nearly two years on from her son's death Lisa Slater reveals how she is honouring him
  
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• Hamburg vs Everton LIVE - score, Merlin Rohl goal and commentary stream

  01-08-2026 17:50 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Live team news, score and match updates from the double-header at the Volksparkstadion as Everton take on Hamburg in a pre-season friendly
  
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• Hayfever sufferer with dry eyes finds £10 gel that 'doesn't make eyes puffy'

  01-08-2026 17:33 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  'I have suffered with dry eyes all summer. This gel (applied at night) soothes the eye area without any irritation'
  
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• Everton transfer stance on Ethan Wheatley deal after Alistair Johnston talks confirmed

  01-08-2026 17:32 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Ethan Wheatley has progressed through Manchester United's youth system and was part of the team that won the English Youth League
  
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• Hamburg vs Everton LIVE - score, goals and commentary stream

  01-08-2026 17:28 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Live team news, score and match updates from the double-header at the Volksparkstadion as Everton take on Hamburg in a pre-season friendly
  
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• Bank holiday for Boxing Day moved from December 26

  01-08-2026 17:26 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The bank holiday has moved away from the Boxing Day date
  
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• Liverpool transfer news - Euro giants 'ruled out' of Bradley Barcola deal and centre-back 'evaluated'

  01-08-2026 17:16 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Today's Liverpool FC transfer round-up column sees one European powerhouse back away from Liverpool's top target as fresh potential options are identified
  
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• Man found dead in Liverpool city centre hotel room

  01-08-2026 17:07 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The man was found this morning inside a hotel room
  
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• DWP payment change confirmed for August 2026

  01-08-2026 17:00 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The change is happening because of the August bank holiday
  
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• Gardeners' World presenter says plant this flower in August to combat 'colour gap'

  01-08-2026 16:55 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Gardeners' World presenter Joe Swift has shared his tips to combat the 'August colour gap' and bring some much-needed colour back to your garden during the heatwave
  
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• Fresh hope for Everton play area after only 15 people have say on its future

  01-08-2026 16:51 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  New cash could be made available by Liverpool Council
  
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• 'Price drop' Dunelm's 'viral' vintage dressing table set with mirror and stool

  01-08-2026 16:50 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The stool also features built-in storage and is being praised for its 'thoughtful' design
  
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• Passport requirements for easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair and TUI summer holidays

  01-08-2026 16:49 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Check the latest passport requirements and travel document rules before you fly with easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair or TUI this summer
  
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• Big yellow gate put up as part of £200,000 project but some people aren't happy

  01-08-2026 16:37 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  The council has explained why the gate is there
  
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• 'Do not eat' warning for crisps sold in Home Bargains

  01-08-2026 16:30 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  An alert has been issued due to a possible health risk
  
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• Manhunt after prisoner escapes from van outside court

  01-08-2026 15:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Stephen Grzyb, 22, was being taken to Liverpool Magistrates' Court after being charged with burglary.
  
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• Man dead after car collides with tree

  01-08-2026 15:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Merseyside Police are urging anyone who was in the area at the time to check any dashcam footage.
  
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• Police hunt for escaped prisoner after dramatic court van breakaway

  01-08-2026 14:44 via liverpoolecho.co.uk
  
  Stephen Grzyb is a wanted man
  
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