97 minutes ago Kym Marsh's moving tribute to son Archie and dad David as she endures first Christmas without him

Morning Live presenter and Coronation Street and Hear'Say veteran Kym Marsh has faced up to her first Christmas without her dad - and paid tribute to him and her baby son Archie

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1 hour ago I so loved being a mum that when my boys no longer needed me I turned to drink to fill the gap. It almost cost me my family, writes ANNETTE GILL

As we put the finishing touches to the food and decorations for my son's 18th birthday celebrations, he had just one request. 'Mum, please don't drink today,' Matthew pleaded.

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2 hours ago Liam Payne's girlfriend Kate Cassidy 'agrees to interview with police in Argentina' as witness in bid for justice

Kate Cassidy was with Payne just two days before he died when he fell from the third floor of a Buenos Aires hotel on October 16.

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3 hours ago Sydney to Hobart yacht race: third death averted on night of ‘big seas’ and wild weather

One sailor each on yachts Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline died after being struck by booms, a large pole at bottom of the sailGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDetails have emerged of a “terrifying” incident in which a crew member fell from yacht Porco Rosso and drifted for more than a kilometre before being rescued on a deadly night of racing, during which two sailors on other yachts were killed.Two sailors on separate yachts, Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline, died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honours favourite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw, among mass retirements.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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4 hours ago Dull and drizzly weather over coming days before ‘wet and windy’ New Year’s Eve

Those celebrating Hogmanay in Scotland next week may be hit by ‘disruptive weather’, according to the Met Office.

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4 hours ago Connor Swindells says losing weight for SAS Rogue Heroes was a ‘big challenge’

The drama will follow Paddy Mayne (Jack O’Connell) as he takes control of the SAS and attempts to prove the regiment remains essential to the war.

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4 hours ago Exact date new rare Royal Mint coins celebrating Red Arrows will be released

The Royal Mint's 2025 annual set includes commemorative coins celebrating the Red Arrows, Queen Mum, WWII, modern railways, and the Royal Observatory - they will be available from January 2nd 2025

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4 hours ago Downton Abbey 3 planning ‘meaningful’ tribute to the late Maggie Smith

The actor, who died in September, played the Dowager Countess in the period drama

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4 hours ago Richard Parsons, prominent Black executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at 76

Richard Parsons, one of corporate America’s most prominent Black executives who held top posts at Time Warner and Citigroup, has died

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4 hours ago Arne Slot warns of ‘many challenges still ahead’ after Liverpool extend lead

Too early to celebrate says coach after win over LeicesterJones thanks Klopp for 100th-game reminderArne Slot said it was far too early for Liverpool to be celebrating a 20th league title despite his team going seven points clear at the top of the Premier League with victory over Leicester.Liverpool increased their lead over second-placed Chelsea, and also have a game in hand on their nearest challengers, after coming from behind to beat Ruud van Nistelrooy’s struggling side at Anfield. But despite Chelsea and others faltering in their pursuit of the league leaders, Slot reiterated his call for focus and perspective from Liverpool. Continue reading...

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4 hours ago Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces fresh lawsuit from woman who says he ‘lured’ her through radio contest before abusing her

After the alleged incident, an unnamed woman is said to have called the then-23-year-old ‘threatening’ her not to pursue allegations against the rapper because he was a celebrity

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4 hours ago Number of babies and children dying needlessly following NHS blunders at birth is soaring amid maternity scandals

Cases of medical negligence relating to stillbirths, newborn fatalities and children who later died after being brain damaged during delivery rose by around 16 per cent.

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5 hours ago ITV The Masked Singer's Jennifer Saunders 'wanted to cry' after breast cancer diagnosis

The Masked Singer guest judge Jennifer Saunders shared more than a decade ago that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer after going to a mammogram appointment

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5 hours ago The Crown's Josh O'Connor tipped to takeover from Daniel Craig as James Bond

Challengers actor Josh O'Connor has become the new front runner to take on the role of James Bond - taking over from most recent 007 star Daniel Craig who last appeared in 2021

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5 hours ago Dua Lipa 'engaged' to boyfriend Callum Turner after less than a year of dating

Pop star Dua Lipa is reportedly engaged to her actor boyfriend Callum Turner after less than a year of dating, with a source claiming that the pair 'couldn't be happier'.

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5 hours ago Elon Musk's link to Love Actually is uncovered and fans are left completely stunned

Many will recognize Thomas Brodie-Sangster from his unforgettable role in the Christmas classic Love Actually. Recently, his personal life has sparked excitement after a special announcement involving actress Talulah Riley

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5 hours ago Dua Lipa engaged to actor Callum Turner as she flashes huge diamond ring

Pop singer Dua Lipa is set to marry actor and model Callum Turner after they became engaged over the festive season - less than a year after they were first linked together

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6 hours ago Mother who fought for justice in daughter's murder case involving Kennedy cousin has died

Dorthy Moxley, the mother who fought for decades to bring her teenage daughter’s killer to justice in a roller-coaster Connecticut murder case, has died

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6 hours ago Watford player sparks brawl with controversial celebration after 95th minute winner

Watford star Kwadwo Baah sparked a commotion by taunting the Portsmouth fans with a provocative celebration after Rocco Vata scored a 95th-minute winner in their Championship game

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6 hours ago ‘Should MAGA stay home in 2026?’ Laura Loomer wages ‘racist’ war against ‘tech bros’ over Indian migrants

The far-right provacateur is taking aim at Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy over their support of highly skilled workers from India, claiming that the country’s residents have a low IQ and describing Indians as “third world invaders.”

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