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I knew training for the London Marathon would change me, but not like this
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I knew training for the London Marathon would change me, but not like this

IT struck me when I took my girlfriend on a trip to Kingston. Sound romantic? You may be imagining a plush hotel in Kingston, Jamaica.

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April 16, 2024
Get your hands off our money, Prince Harry
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Get your hands off our money, Prince Harry

PRINCE HARRY'S latest court defeat might seem like a trivial battle over legal fees.

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April 16, 2024
The good, the bad and the bloody reveal the final troubled, violent genius of Caravaggio
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The good, the bad and the bloody reveal the final troubled, violent genius of Caravaggio

THERE'S a good girl and a bad girl in the National Gallery's show billed as The Last Caravaggio.

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April 16, 2024
'I started smoking at 12 - my fellow Tories are wrong to oppose new ban'
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'I started smoking at 12 - my fellow Tories are wrong to oppose new ban'

GOVERNMENT minister Laura Farris described her regret at having started smoking aged 12 as she blasted Conservative libertarians such as Liz Truss who plan today to vote against legislation aimed at creating a \"smoke-free generation\".

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April 16, 2024
'Strictest headteacher' school wins its court fight over prayer ban
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'Strictest headteacher' school wins its court fight over prayer ban

A NORTH London school led by \"Britain's strictest headteacher\" today won a High Court battle with a student over its controversial prayer ban.

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April 16, 2024
Israel 'mulling limited response' to Iran strikes after pleas for restraint
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Israel 'mulling limited response' to Iran strikes after pleas for restraint

ISRAEL was said today to be considering a limited response to the unprecedented attack by Iran following strong appeals from Britain and its other allies to prevent the crisis from spiralling into all-out war.

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April 16, 2024
Hall: I will extend Night Tube to boost the late economy and help keep women safe
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Hall: I will extend Night Tube to boost the late economy and help keep women safe

TORY mayoral candidate Susan Hall today pledged to extend the Night Tube to boost London’s late-night economy.

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April 16, 2024
Meghan spreads word on her new jam
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Meghan spreads word on her new jam

Duchess sends first product from lifestyle brand to key influencers

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April 16, 2024
Minister hits out at staff 'still stuck in lockdown' years after pandemic
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Minister hits out at staff 'still stuck in lockdown' years after pandemic

CIVIL servants still “languishing in lockdown habits” of working from home were today told by a senior minister to get back to the office.

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April 16, 2024
Toulouse is next tough task after Quins hold off Bordeaux in thriller
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Toulouse is next tough task after Quins hold off Bordeaux in thriller

HARLEQUINS' reward for their stunning 42-41 win in Bordeaux is a Champions Cup semi-final trip to Toulouse.

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April 15, 2024
ARSENAL SHOW SIGNS OF WILTING UNDER PRESSURE
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ARSENAL SHOW SIGNS OF WILTING UNDER PRESSURE

THIS may well go down as the decisive weekend in another title for Manchester City, after Liverpool and Arsenal lost at home to leave the holders in control of their own destiny.

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April 15, 2024
'BAYERN TIE JUST PERFECT FOR US'
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'BAYERN TIE JUST PERFECT FOR US'

>> RICE SAYS ARSENAL CAN SHOW THEIR METTLE IN DECIDER AFTER VILLA BLOW

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April 15, 2024
Paqueta's licence to thrill leads to backlash from Moyes
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Paqueta's licence to thrill leads to backlash from Moyes

THERE are supposed to be few surprises left in football, but to wake on Sunday morning to find that the ugly aftermath of West Ham's trip to AZ Alkmaar had, without rhyme or reason, and a full year after the event, made it into a Britney Spears Instagram post? Well that, certainly, was unexpected.

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April 15, 2024
Stars' uncertain futures a headache for Pochettino as Blues target European spot
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Stars' uncertain futures a headache for Pochettino as Blues target European spot

CHELSEA'S latest accounts have only added to the feeling of uncertainty around Stamford Bridge.

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April 15, 2024
CVC set for biggest float since Porsche
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CVC set for biggest float since Porsche

THE private equity giant that owns Lipton Teas and a stake in the Six Nations rugby tournament revealed plans today for the biggest European flotation by valuation since 2022.

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April 15, 2024
Oil market steady amid new fears on Middle East
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Oil market steady amid new fears on Middle East

NERVOUS financial markets were waiting to see how Israel responds to a drone and missile attack by Iran this weekend with many traders fearing a big spike in the oil price if the cycle of violence continues.

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April 15, 2024
Tom Holland must call out the vile racist abuse of his co-star- or is he a coward?
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Tom Holland must call out the vile racist abuse of his co-star- or is he a coward?

RARELY is there a silver lining when it comes to racism.

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April 15, 2024
The best place to stay (and shop) for the Paris Olympics? London
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The best place to stay (and shop) for the Paris Olympics? London

BARELY a day goes by without someone prominent proclaiming that this summer London is going to be the overspill city of the Olympics.

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April 15, 2024
Sydney knife attacker who killed six at mall 'was targeting women'
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Sydney knife attacker who killed six at mall 'was targeting women'

AUSTRALIAN police said today it was \"obvious\" that a man who went on a knife rampage in a Sydney shopping centre had targeted women.

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April 15, 2024
The opera composer inspired by Iron Maiden
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The opera composer inspired by Iron Maiden

Last month, the world’s first grand opera in Arabic was shown in London Will Hosie talks to its Australian composer, Lee Bradshaw, about his modern approach

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April 15, 2024
Trump centre stage as hush money trial starts
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Trump centre stage as hush money trial starts

The ex-president is accused of paying offa porn star and Playboy model

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April 15, 2024
Rayner police meet today as she bids to draw line under row
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Rayner police meet today as she bids to draw line under row

POLICE chiefs were set to meet today to discuss how to take forward the probe into Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner's home sale controversy.

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April 15, 2024
Smart move is to keep calm, Cameron tells the Israelis as he hails role of British pilots
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Smart move is to keep calm, Cameron tells the Israelis as he hails role of British pilots

BRITAIN and European allies today urged Israel to refrain from military action against Iran as the United Nations chief warned that the Middle East stood “on the brink” of a full-scale war.

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April 15, 2024
Chandler back early to boost Quins as they face toughest of challenges
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Chandler back early to boost Quins as they face toughest of challenges

HARLEQUINS flanker Chandler Cunningham-South has recovered from his calf strain weeks ahead of schedule to return in time for tomorrow's Champions Cup quarter-final clash in Bordeaux.

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April 12, 2024
'WE'VE GOT TO BELIEVE THIS TIE IS STILL ALIVE'
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'WE'VE GOT TO BELIEVE THIS TIE IS STILL ALIVE'

ANTONIO BATTLE CRY AS HE REMINDS HAMMERS THEY’VE COME BACK BEFORE

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April 12, 2024
I'm surprised by Arsenal's evolution...and Rice has been key to that
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I'm surprised by Arsenal's evolution...and Rice has been key to that

IT HAS been 20 years since Arsenal last won the title, but Cesc Fabregas believes his former club are on the right track to return to the glory days of Arsene Wenger.

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April 12, 2024
Transfer failings are laid bare as West Ham hopes hang by thread
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Transfer failings are laid bare as West Ham hopes hang by thread

Missing in action: Paqueta and Emerson, both of whom will be suspended for the second leg, can only watch as Hofman fires home

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April 12, 2024
It's Mission possible for McConnell with classy Irish raider
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It's Mission possible for McConnell with classy Irish raider

ENGLAND has the favourite in last year’s winner Corach Rambler, while Gordon Elliott and Willie Mullins have eight runners each — but Grand National glory at Aintree just might be bound for Ireland, with Mahler Mission and John McConnell.

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April 12, 2024
McIlroy's a believer...if he can hang onto Scheffler's coat-tails
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McIlroy's a believer...if he can hang onto Scheffler's coat-tails

RORY McILROY believes he is still in the Masters hunt when play resumes at Augusta later today after shooting an opening round one-under par 71.

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April 12, 2024
GDP edges up in February with end of UK recession now almost certain
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GDP edges up in February with end of UK recession now almost certain

THE UK economy is crawling away from recession but only “at a snail’s pace”, with GDP rising by just 0.1% in February, official figures show today.

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April 12, 2024