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Millions of workers to get £29,000 pension pay rise under new rule change
The new government bill will consolidate pension pots and ensure they're good value for money, with working people set to benefit by up to £29,000

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BBC's Carol Kirkwood opens up about online abuse: 'I'm just doing my best'
BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood has addressed the online trolling she's faced.


Long-lost former Portishead Railway reopening finally confirmed
The government has finally given the scheme the green light after a year of limbo.

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Blue Zone residents swear by 'Hara Hachi Bu' dieting rule for longevity
Blue Zones are regions worldwide where residents are reportedly 10 times more likely to reach 100 years of age compared to other places


ITV Love Island viewers predict fireworks after contestant's 'playbook' tactic
Fans think they have their eye on the cash prize


Emergency alert to be sent to millions of mobile phones in government test
It will be the second ever nationwide drill


Casa Amor's Boris appeared on Slovenian reality TV and made his thoughts about dating shows clear
He had some choice words about dating on TV


Doctor's 'simple but impactful' rule for anyone under 50 to slash cancer risk
Dr Emily Leeming said simple changes can have a dramatic effect on our health


Global superstar's private jet lands in South West
Travellers were surprised to see the sky-blue private jet


Fears over corner shop in quiet Bristol suburb selling booze late at night
Initially the shop would have stayed open until 2am, but the closing time was brought forward


Live: Do not approach wanted man on the run with links to Bristol
He is wanted by police for failing to appear at court


ITV Love Island's Maya Jama let slip exactly how much control producers have in villa
Fans have questioned how authentic the drama is


Man jailed for raping woman more than 20 years ago
The attack happened in the early 2000s


Stunning Greek island is just as beautiful as Mykonos and Santorini but cheaper
Greece is a holiday hotspot for a good reason - but if you want to avoid the crowds on Mykonos and Santorini, you might want to check out the lesser-known island of Paros


Former PE teacher named and charged with child sexual offences
The offences allegedly happened over a three-year period

Teenager murdered in care home said social services ‘destroyed my life’, inquest told
Melissa Mathieson, 18, wrote in a letter that she felt ‘dragged away from my home’ when she was placed in BristolA teenager who was murdered by a fellow care home resident wrote a letter that social services had “destroyed my life”, her inquest has heard.Melissa Mathieson, 18, who was killed...

ITV The Chase contestant spills 'truth' about Bradley Walsh 'stitch up' rumours
The Chase has been branded a "fix" by some as one former player sets the record straight.


Pregnant dog abandoned on the Downs saved by cat charity
"We had a little joke that at least this was a cat-sized dog"


NHS says 'contact your GP practice' if you notice symptom that 'could be cancer'
The NHS is urging people to contact their GP if they notice a symptom that 'doesn't feel right'


ITV Love Island girls feud rumbles on six new boys arrive in villa
Love Island is set for more drama tonight as six new bombshells arrive in the villa
