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National Highways is awaiting updates from police as traffic is held on a road in Somerset due to a collision
Traffic was held on busy road as police called to collision
National Highways was awaiting updates from police after traffic was held on a road in Somerset due to a collision
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January 6, 2026 at 12:16 AM
National Highways is awaiting updates from police as traffic is held on a road in Somerset due to a collision
It's essential to keep your home as warm as possible at the moment.
The single most important way to keep your house warmer — experts agree
It's essential to keep your home as warm as possible at the moment.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:26 PM
It's essential to keep your home as warm as possible at the moment.
The cold weather this week is hitting people's budgets
'20p method' helps you stay warm without central heating
The cold weather this week is hitting people's budgets
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January 5, 2026 at 9:04 PM
The cold weather this week is hitting people's budgets
The fashion accessories and discount department store have entered administration across the UK and Ireland
2,500 jobs at risk as two major high street chains enter administration
The fashion accessories and discount department store have entered administration across the UK and Ireland
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January 5, 2026 at 8:39 PM
The fashion accessories and discount department store have entered administration across the UK and Ireland
Kirsten Evans suffers such a severe reaction to cold exposure that just a couple of minutes outside leaves her with painful, itchy hives
'I'm so allergic to the cold I get a rash just in freezer aisle'
Kirsten Evans suffers such a severe reaction to cold exposure that just a couple of minutes outside leaves her with painful, itchy hives
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January 5, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Kirsten Evans suffers such a severe reaction to cold exposure that just a couple of minutes outside leaves her with painful, itchy hives
New study of 2,000 workers shows Gen Z's retirement ambitions include luxury cruises and overseas homes, but many lack crucial pension knowledge
Gen Z expect to retire at 60 with ambition plans - but there's a problem
New study of 2,000 workers shows Gen Z's retirement ambitions include luxury cruises and overseas homes, but many lack crucial pension knowledge
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January 5, 2026 at 8:07 PM
New study of 2,000 workers shows Gen Z's retirement ambitions include luxury cruises and overseas homes, but many lack crucial pension knowledge
The deal begins today
New HSBC customers can get £750 cash bonus from today
The deal begins today
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January 5, 2026 at 7:53 PM
The deal begins today
People have been told to check before they leave the house or risk a visit to the vets
Dog owners warned of danger as expert says 'many owners assume'
People have been told to check before they leave the house or risk a visit to the vets
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January 5, 2026 at 7:26 PM
People have been told to check before they leave the house or risk a visit to the vets
Some went as far as claiming their relationships would be "over" if they didn't get this gift
M&S shoppers say 'this can't be real' over 'rude' £4 treat
Some went as far as claiming their relationships would be "over" if they didn't get this gift
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January 5, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Some went as far as claiming their relationships would be "over" if they didn't get this gift
Social media users love the look of the new furniture they think looks 'perfect' for front rooms
B&M's 'charming' £15 side table 'looks perfect' in living rooms
Social media users love the look of the new furniture they think looks 'perfect' for front rooms
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January 5, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Social media users love the look of the new furniture they think looks 'perfect' for front rooms
Mary's 'wonderfully comforting' winter pasta bake serves 6-8 and can be frozen for busy weeknights
Mary Berry's quick pasta bake is perfect winter midweek meal
Mary's 'wonderfully comforting' winter pasta bake serves 6-8 and can be frozen for busy weeknights
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January 5, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Mary's 'wonderfully comforting' winter pasta bake serves 6-8 and can be frozen for busy weeknights
A personal finance expert has explained six steps to boost your budget in January
You could cut £1,486 from your bills without leaving your sofa
A personal finance expert has explained six steps to boost your budget in January
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January 5, 2026 at 6:19 PM
A personal finance expert has explained six steps to boost your budget in January
It's an annual problem
'Stop taking meds' warning to 1.5m Brits as 'super flu' sweeps UK
It's an annual problem
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January 5, 2026 at 6:06 PM
It's an annual problem
Kieran Cichocki reversed into a man in Plymouth city centre
Drug driver knocked down pedestrian who was celebrating his birthday
Kieran Cichocki reversed into a man in Plymouth city centre
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January 5, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Kieran Cichocki reversed into a man in Plymouth city centre
She has space for three or four cars on her drive while the neighbours have nowhere nearby to park
Woman blocks her own drive to stop neighbours from parking on it
She has space for three or four cars on her drive while the neighbours have nowhere nearby to park
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January 5, 2026 at 5:40 PM
She has space for three or four cars on her drive while the neighbours have nowhere nearby to park
The bargain chain has reduced the price of the 'powerful' skincare in an online-exclusive deal
Home Bargains 'radiant' £8 skincare is selling for £16 at Boots
The bargain chain has reduced the price of the 'powerful' skincare in an online-exclusive deal
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January 5, 2026 at 5:13 PM
The bargain chain has reduced the price of the 'powerful' skincare in an online-exclusive deal
Alex Lambert-Lea had a moment when he knew he had to do something
'I sat at a bus stop to hide binge-eating - now I've lost 4st'
Alex Lambert-Lea had a moment when he knew he had to do something
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January 5, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Alex Lambert-Lea had a moment when he knew he had to do something
People were told it 'really works' and could help to prevent a serious injury
NHS 'penguin' advice with two minute rule during weather warnings
People were told it 'really works' and could help to prevent a serious injury
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January 5, 2026 at 4:28 PM
People were told it 'really works' and could help to prevent a serious injury
You could significantly maximise your time off with the days of annual leave available to you
Double annual leave with bank holiday method - full list of days
You could significantly maximise your time off with the days of annual leave available to you
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January 5, 2026 at 4:03 PM
You could significantly maximise your time off with the days of annual leave available to you
A raft of new shutdowns has been revealed, with clearance sales offering up to 40% off
High street chain says 3 stores 'close today' with 12 going in January - full list
A raft of new shutdowns has been revealed, with clearance sales offering up to 40% off
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January 5, 2026 at 3:42 PM
A raft of new shutdowns has been revealed, with clearance sales offering up to 40% off
Pension savers have been urged to check their schemes before some major changes come into play
Pension reforms in 2026 due to affect private and state pensions
Pension savers have been urged to check their schemes before some major changes come into play
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January 5, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Pension savers have been urged to check their schemes before some major changes come into play
Holiday hotspots like Thailand and Turkey are included in the warning list
Warning over 28 countries for UK travellers - full list
Holiday hotspots like Thailand and Turkey are included in the warning list
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January 5, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Holiday hotspots like Thailand and Turkey are included in the warning list
People have no idea how services like Disney+ and Now TV are draining their accounts
Nationwide says common Netflix mistake costing people £1,200 a year
People have no idea how services like Disney+ and Now TV are draining their accounts
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January 5, 2026 at 2:49 PM
People have no idea how services like Disney+ and Now TV are draining their accounts
It was once all over shelves before it was dropped
Tesco brings back label not seen since 2012 as it makes promise
It was once all over shelves before it was dropped
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January 5, 2026 at 2:32 PM
It was once all over shelves before it was dropped
Currently only those aged 66+ are eligible, even though they are free to over 60s in Wales, Scotland and NI
Free bus passes for over 60s update as DfT to respond to plans
Currently only those aged 66+ are eligible, even though they are free to over 60s in Wales, Scotland and NI
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January 5, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Currently only those aged 66+ are eligible, even though they are free to over 60s in Wales, Scotland and NI