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Shocked couple discover they planned surprise proposal for each other on the same day"When she got down on one knee, I remember initially thinking she was having a laugh, but then I saw her ring box and realised what was happening."
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Cops lead hunt for two lynx amid fears of 'illegal release' into Scots countryside
Animals
Officers from Police Scotland have issued a warning after the two wildcats were spotted.
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Brendan Rodgers laughs off Celtic fan troll attempt as old school songbook branded 'part of the dance'
Brendan Rodgers
The Premiership leaders moved 16 points clear at the Premiership summit
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Callum McGregor in hilarious Arne Engels noise up as smirking Celtic captain delivers MOTM award theory
Arne Engels
Engels impressed against Dundee United but the skipper wasn't letting him get carried away
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First picture of Scot who died after car ploughed into two homes as heartbroken family pay tribute
Car crashes
Jamie Green, 25, passed away after the incident happened on the B842 at Knocknaha, near Stewarton, at around 4pm on Monday.
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Call for retrial of child serial killer Lucy Letby during debate in Parliament
BabiesSir David Davis said earlier in the debate: “There was no hard evidence against Letby, nobody saw her do anything untoward."
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Oil rig worker airlifted during medical emergency on North Sea base
Coastguard
The person was flown off the Noble Patriot rig on Wednesday due to a medical emergency.
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Trailer 'carrying a number of animals' overturns on M74 as 'two casualties' reported
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Firefighters confirmed the trailer had been carrying a number of animals when it overturned on the M74 northbound and that two casualties were left in the care of paramedics.
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Ange Postecoglou shuts down 'mocking' Sky Sports interviewer after Tottenham trophy jab
Ange Postecoglou
The Australian boss wasn't having the interview after the clash with Liverpool
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Scots 'Harry Potter cafe' where JK Rowling wrote books rejected for wizard holiday let
JK Rowling
The building has been uninhabitable due to damage caused by a fire in 2021.
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Celtic go 16 ahead as Daizen dazzles and Engels shows true worth while fans on song with top patter – 3 talking points
Scottish Premiership
It was a comfortable night for the champions as two of their Japanese stars were on target
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Win Scotland v Ireland tickets at Murrayfield
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FoodFive Scottish restaurants shortlisted for Good Food Guide Awards 2025 - see full listThe nominations for the prestigious Good Food Guide Awards 2025 have been unveiled, with a total of five restaurants across Scotland being shortlisted for top prizes.
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Heartbreaking four words of teen who was left quadriplegic after eating slug for dare
People
Sam Ballard died at the age of 28 after eating a slug as a dare when he was a teenager. The consequences proved to be catastrophic.
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Daughter of mum found dead in a restaurant toilet 'feared day would come'
People
Sabrina Lyttle was found dead in a disabled toilet in a restaurant in Blackpool around two days after she was seen going in - her family said she had been trying to turn her life around following addiction struggles.
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Feral gang batter teen outside Glasgow McDonald's before turning on Good Samaritan
Glasgow
The gang of youngsters can be seen piling on a teenage boy before bottling a man who tried to protect him.
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Live-event
Celtic vs Dundee United LIVE! All the action, reaction and analysis from the Scottish Premiership clash at Parkhead
Scottish Premiership
It's another huge night of top flight action with the champions in action against the men from Tayside
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Soldier killed in Scottish Highlands when rifle detonated ‘without warning’ on exercise, inquiry finds
British Army
Lance Corporal Joe Spencer, 24, was killed on November 1, 2016, during a sniper training course in Tain in the Highlands.
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Philippe Clement WILL get until end of the season as Rangers boss definitive sack deadline laid bare
Philippe Clement
The boss has endured a rollercoaster campaign in the ibrox hot seat to this point
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HeritageInside explorers' 'mystery' Greenland kayak trip to Scotland as Trump 'wants' territory
With Greenland in the news following Donald Trump's threats to gain control of the territory, the Daily Record has looked back at a 2016 kayak expedition from Greenland to Scotland.
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I'm A Celeb star stopped at Scots airport after security mistake black pudding for bomb
I'm A Celebrity
Rev. Richard Coles had an awkward run in with Airport security after his Stornoway black pudding was feared to be a bomb.
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SNP Government refuses to comment on whether it knows identities of Operation Branchform cops
Justice
Angela Constance, the Justice Secretary, said she would not comment on live cases and had "nothing further to add".
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EXCLUSIVE! Richard King on Rangers transfer radar as move for giant Jamaican pondered amid central defensive crisis
Rangers FC Transfer News
The Light Blues are in the market for a central defender but for both the short and long term, with the Reggae Boyz star under consideration
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Scots takeaway owner snared in £500k cocaine bust claimed he was 'framed' by his brother
Drugs
Nadeem Ahmed, 41, was snared while collecting bags he claimed to believe were full of designer clothes and trainers.
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John Swinney can only win the Holyrood election if voters forget about the Government's dismal record

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We cannot let constitutional arguments affect smooth-running of the NHS

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Anas Sarwar cannot keep dodging taking a position on the SNP Government Budget

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Scotland must build for better future to stop victims living with domestic abusers

Job opportunity on remote Scottish island with free accommodation and £25k salary
Careers
The Scottish Wildlife Trust is currently seeking a ranger on a remote island, home to one of the most important seabird breeding colonies in Europe, with accommodation included.
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Philippe Clement fires Rangers transfer warning to Ibrox board over Hamza Igamane
Philippe Clement
The striker has been in blistering form and already being tipped with a potential big money Ibrox exit
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Andy Murray to make playing return as Scots tennis hero faces 'pupil' Novak Djokovic
Andy Murray
Murray retired from playing last summer but fans will get to see him back in action at the home of the Australian Open
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Scotland braced for -16C temperatures overnight as icy blast sends mercury plummeting
Weather
Scotland could see its coldest January night in 15 years, with the mercury set to drop as low as -16C.
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Kris Boyd brands Celtic fans 'spoiled' but isn't buying one thing over Kieran Tierney fan chant gripe gripe
Kris Boyd
The fallout from Rodgers swipe at the fans is rumbling on
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Four people charged in connection with serious assault at Glasgow's Four Corners
Glasgow
A man and woman were rushed to hospital following the disturbance in Glasgow.
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Cyriel Dessers sees Rangers transfer escape route open up as Italian strugglers 'evaluate' bargain buy
Cyriel Dessers
The frontman is struggling for regular game time at Ibrox this term
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StaycationsThe 'absolutely beautiful' Skye cabin you can book for cosy winter staycationAt the moment, a unique luxury cabin on the Isle of Skye that has been described by guests as "absolutely beautiful" can be booked for a January or February staycation.
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Frantic search for disabled Scots mum who left home on mobility scooter
Missing people
Gemma Nash, 32, left her home on her mobility scooter on Tuesday.
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Philippe Clement insists Rangers injury crisis is NOTHING compared to last year as he makes bold claim
Philippe Clement
The Belgian vowed to make regular injuries a thing of the past and claims that is being done despite a raft of absentees
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St Mirren and Coventry City aim to play second leg of match 40 years after the first - as fans joke 'do away goals count?'
St Mirren FC
After a hard fought first leg ended all square, the second leg of the 1987 Anglo Scottish Challenge is still to be played
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Scots mum diagnosed with brain tumour while pregnant makes heartbreaking 'memory box' for son
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Bethany said she feels "robbed" of motherhood and said she has started making a memory box for Alfie - fearing she won't be around to see him grow up.
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Scottish football fans to brave freezing cold as temperatures plummet ahead of tonight's fixture card
Scottish Premiership
Kilmarnock are also in action against Motherwell as thousands of diehards brace themselves for extreme conditions
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Premier League footballer accused of raping two women as police issue update
Sex crime
Officers from the Metropolitan Police confirmed that an evidence file has been sent to prosecutors.
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PuzzlesOnly 1 in 6 can solve this Aztec brainteaser in 30 seconds - can you?
This thrilling challenge will leave you punching the air with joy or tearing your hair out as it really tests your patience and precision
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Philippe Clement leaving Rangers red flags for his boss to count and he won’t last one more crash – Keith Jackson
Philippe Clement
Rangers face Dundee at Dens Park on Thursday night and the side has an atrocious away record
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Dad's final five words before jumping from Caribbean cruise ship on Boxing Day
Holidays
Dan McGilvray, 51, overpowered his relatives - including his 75 year old mother Gerda McGilvray - before plunging from the Norwegian Epic
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Scots chef jailed after raping sleeping woman amid horrific campaign of abuse
Courts
Scott Wilson was jailed for a series of offences after targeting his victim over several years.
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SNP Government could stop posting on X following Elon Musk rants, admits John Swinney
Twitter
The SNP leader said he had to be "satisfied" X remained an appropriate platform for the Government to communicated with the public.
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The friendly Scottish village home to cosy pub with fire to melt away January blues
Discover Scotland
The Daily Record is back with our first proper Village of the Week in 2025, and we have chosen a peaceful and idyllic little spot that is sure to help you shake off the winter blues.
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Luke Littler lookalike admits he's dreadful at darts and can't see resemblance as mates tease him over wife's viral video
Luke Littler
An amateur rugby player has found himself the target of workplace banter following Littler's Ally Pally triumph
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London street evacuated amid 'bomb threat' as cops set off controlled explosions
Police
Officers have been investigating a suspicious vehicle.
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Albanian dealer paid £13k 'to enter country and grow cannabis'
Courts
Renato Kaloti will be deported back to Albania after arriving in the United Kingdom illegally.
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Tortured dad jumped to death in Christmas cruise tragedy as family tried to help
Police
Dan McGilvray screamed: "I can't take it anymore" before leaping from the vessel.
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Scots warned not to feed swans after bird flu outbreak
Fife
Following the outbreak they have asked locals not to feed the birds as it encourages them to gather in groups and to keep all dogs on leads.
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Live-event
Transfer news LIVE as Celtic and Rangers plus Aberdeen, Hearts and Hibs eye signings
Transfer Talk
Your one stop shop for all the rumours and done deals is now open for business
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DogsThe 'best' Scottish dog breeds according to experts - see the top 10While everybody has their own favourite dog breeds, experts have shared a list of the 10 "best Scottish dog breeds" — from Border Collies to West Highland White Terriers.
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Labour MSP tells UK Government 'it's not too late' to compensate Waspi women for pension changes
Pensions
Monica Lennon told the Record people remained "upset and angry" at the decision taken by Keir Starmer's Government.
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Two arrested after early-hours 'serious assault' on Glasgow's Four Corners
Glasgow
The area shut down on Wednesday morning as the street was taped off by cops.
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Young girl "distraught" after heroin addict parents found unresponsive in bathroom
Drugs
The child was taken into care, and is unlikely to be returned to her parents.
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Names of members in 'pro-paedophile' group leaked - and some work with children
Child sex abuse
The BBC states the dossier was handed over to the organisation and contains the names of people who were discovered to be potentially working with children through their jobs or volunteering.
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Auston Trusty clears up mystery post Rangers absence as he talks up Celtic moment that 'meant the world'
Auston Trusty
The £6million American centre-back sat out four fixtures on the bounce across the Christmas and New Year period
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Mild festive weather followed by deep freeze 'putting nation's bumblebees at risk'
Climate change
Bees are being driven to build nests in the depths of winter despite normally staying in hibernation due to climate change, experts warn.
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Love IslandLove Island All Stars 2025 full lineup announced
The new batch of islanders have been revealed for the newest season of Love Island All Stars in South Africa.
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John Swinney says he could not refuse a meeting with Donald Trump in Scotland
SNP
The First Minister was in conciliatory mode after backing Trump's rival Kamala Harris during the US presidential election.
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Brendan Rodgers earns sarcastic Celtic applause as ego driven dressing down takes Hotline heat off Clement
Brendan Rodgers
Craig Swan took your calls as Rangers boss slammed for yet more excuses and told to follow Tony Soprano's advice
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Police probe 'unexplained' death at Dundee flats
Dundee
Multiple police vehicles an ambulance were pictured outside Strathcarron Place in the city where an area was sealed off on Tuesday evening.
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Body found in search for two British hikers who went missing in Italian mountains
Missing people
Aziz Ziriat, 36, and Sam Harris, 35, have not been seen or heard from since January 1 and they did not check in for their flight home on January 6.
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Scotland's Highland Wildlife Park announces unexpected death of 'beloved' snow leopard
Animals
Highland Wildlife Park near Kingussie announced on Tuesday morning that its snow leopard Animesh had passed away at 11 years old, with tributes pouring in for the "beautiful" animal.
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Edinburgh Airport to raise drop-off fee to £6 for 10 mins to 'reduce emissions'
Edinburgh Airport
In a statement, airport chiefs said that the rise will 'mean that use of the area will be competitively priced against public transport'.
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Neil Gray urged to intervene in £100m row over NHS mental health funding for Scots
Mental health
EXCLUSIVE: A group of Scottish Labour figures have demanded the SNP Health Secretary steps in to help secure new investment for crumbling facilities in Fife.
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Scotland's snow to last longer as new Met Office warning anticipates five inch flurries
Met Office
Three regions are seeing no let up in the wintry blast that has been battering the north of Scotland, with the Met Office warning of more to come this week
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Heartbroken family pay tribute to 'superhero' Scots tot, 3, who died on transplant list
Transplants
Tributes have poured in for Zachary Bradford who passed away on Thursday, January 2, aged just three.
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Ayrshire man missing since New Year's day as cops launch urgent search
Hogmanay
Police say they are "increasingly concerned for William Reid's wellbeing".
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Elon Musk slapped down by Jess Philips as she tells billionaire to 'get to Mars'
Social media
The MP has vowed not to be silenced by Elon Musk after the tech billionaire branded her a "witch" and a "rape genocide apologist" as she received serious threats.
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Flood-hit Scots 'being let down by chaotic responses from councils and water bosses'
Environment
Poor communication and buck-passing are rife among the public institutions who are supposed to tackle flooding in local communities, academics found.
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Scots nurse suspended over complaint about trans doctor wins case to have hearing in public
NHS Scotland
The nurse, who has worked for the NHS for 30 years, took the case to an employment tribunal after she was disciplined.
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Restaurant breaks silence after much-loved mum lay dead in toilet for three days
Police
Sabrina Lyttle, 47, was found dead inside the disabled toilet at the Gurkha Buffet Restaurant on November 30.
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Major search for Scots OAP who vanished overnight during sub zero temperatures
Missing people
Norma Sinclair, 71, has not been seen or heard from since 5.55pm on Tuesday.
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Los Angeles wildfires force 30,000 to flee as homes destroyed in celebrity neighbourhood
Fatal Fires
Firefighters were working in "extremely challenging conditions" as more than 30,000 people were ordered to evacuate their homes as the wildfire swept through the Pacific Palisades area.
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Woolwich stabbing victim named as 14-year-old rapper 'Grippa' with manhunt for attacker underway
Knife crime
A murder investigation has been launched after a 14-year-old schoolboy was stabbed to death on a bus in Woolwich, with the victim believed to be an online rapper known as 'Grippa'.
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HolidaysThe 'dazzling' Scottish loch hotel you can stay in for better than half price
An overnight stay for two at a Scottish coastal hotel that has been described as "friendly" and "dazzling" can currently be booked for better than half price through Wowcher.
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Family plead for answers after dad is shot dead by armed police
Justice
Marcus Meade was shot in his home following reports of a mental health crisis.
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Scot left home for first time in five years to celebrate Christmas
Christmas
“It will be five years in March that I hadn’t been out for."
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Amazon slashes price of thermal door curtain that will banish chilly draughts
Amazon
There are seven colours to suit any style of furnishing or home colour scheme.
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Body found in search for young woman last seen in taxi before phone location 'turned off'
Missing people
"The family of 24-year-old Lacey Lake who was reported missing on Monday 6 January have been informed."
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Football

Ange PostecoglouAnge Postecoglou shuts down 'mocking' Sky Sports interviewer after Tottenham trophy jabThe Australian boss wasn't having the interview after the clash with Liverpool
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Brendan Rodgers laughs off Celtic fan troll attempt as old school songbook branded 'part of the dance'
Brendan Rodgers
The Premiership leaders moved 16 points clear at the Premiership summit
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Callum McGregor in hilarious Arne Engels noise up as smirking Celtic captain delivers MOTM award theory
Arne Engels
Engels impressed against Dundee United but the skipper wasn't letting him get carried away
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Celtic go 16 ahead as Daizen dazzles and Engels shows true worth while fans on song with top patter – 3 talking points
Scottish Premiership
It was a comfortable night for the champions as two of their Japanese stars were on target
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Rodrigo Betancur suffers horror injury as Tottenham give update amid frightening scenes
Tottenham Hotspur FC
The midfielder was treated on the field during the early stages of the clash with Liverpool
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TV & Celebs

Love IslandInside Love Island All Stars' Gabby Allen and Marcel Sommerville's split after rapper's holiday betrayal
Love Island All Stars' contestants Gabby Allen and Marcel Sommerville are set to reunite in the villa for the first time since their relationship ended in 2018, after the Blazin Squad rapper was unfaithful while they were on holiday together.
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RuPaul shares clip of 'slapping' Tyra after drag star's 'crematorium' post about The Vivienne's death
Entertainment
RuPaul has shared a clip of himself 'slapping' drag queen Tyra, who sparked outrage in recent days with her 'disgusting' comments following the death of the Vivienne.
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Antiques Roadshow guest left gobsmacked at whopping value of inherited gold brooch
Antiques Roadshow
Antiques Roadshow expert Joanna Hardy examined a gold brooch that a guest had inherited from her grandmother in 2003 - and it's worth a small fortune.
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Netflix viewers who loved Black Doves urged to binge 'best BBC drama ever' next
BBC
This British-made drama centres around a fictional current-affairs show launched by the BBC in June 1956.
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Lily Allen refused David Harbour's 'kinky bedroom requests' before split and used AI during rows
Lily Allen
Lily Allen has been opening up about her marriage to David Harbour, revealing that she used AI to help her avoid arguments with the Stranger Things actor.
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Life & Style

Gardens and flowersUrgent warning issued to gardeners growing one particular vegetable in garden
The gardening experts at the Royal Horticultural Society have issued a warning to gardeners .
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Major DVLA crackdown as 210 number plates banned from UK roads
DVLA
Many plates spelling out explicit words that use the number 5 as an S have now been banned.
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Debenhams slashes 72% off 'efficient' dehumidifier hailed as 'whisper quiet'
Shopping
Dehumidifiers provide essential moisture management in the home.
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Dog trainer details three simple steps to stop pets from continuing 'frustrating' behaviour
Pets
Dog trainer Will Atherton pleads for dog owners to follow three steps to stop what he feels is their 'most frustrating' habit.
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Homeowners warned they must clear snow from driveway or risk being sued
Snow
There are legal implications when clearing your driveway and garden paths
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Weird News

Air travel'I refused to move plane seats so 7-year-old boy could sit with his dad '
A man has revealed how he refused to swap plane seats so a boy, 7, could sit with his dad on a flight - and people are in agreement with his decision for not giving in
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Pet owners expose cats' 'toxic traits' in brutal list that leaves people in stitches
Pets
Cat owners have taken to social media to expose the "toxic" things their cats do – and it's likely you'll struggle to get through the long list without cracking a smile
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People are left baffled after staring at innocent-looking tattoo for too long
Reddit
An image of a tattoo has gone viral on Reddit as it shows a rather unexpected optical illusion. People claim it's giving them a headache, so can you see what's really going on?
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'I'm an American living in the UK – common weird British phrases baffle me'
Viral
An American who moved to the UK has shared the British words and phrases that he simply cannot get his head around, and his followers were left in stitches when he shared them
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'My sister blamed me for her kid having a meltdown – all because I bought one item'
Children
A woman has been left feeling frustrated after her sister lashed out at her after she and her partner ventured out to a local store to make a purchase which didn't go down well with her family
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CourtsPaedo knifeman caught on CCTV chasing and stabbing teen girl is jailedWARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT. Ellie Dismore, 24, threatened and stalked a teenage girl after lying about his age.
Oil rig worker airlifted during medical emergency on North Sea base
Coastguard
The person was flown off the Noble Patriot rig on Wednesday due to a medical emergency.
Trailer 'carrying a number of animals' overturns on M74 as 'two casualties' reported
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Firefighters confirmed the trailer had been carrying a number of animals when it overturned on the M74 northbound and that two casualties were left in the care of paramedics.
Heartbreaking four words of teen who was left quadriplegic after eating slug for dare
People
Sam Ballard died at the age of 28 after eating a slug as a dare when he was a teenager. The consequences proved to be catastrophic.
Daughter of mum found dead in a restaurant toilet 'feared day would come'
People
Sabrina Lyttle was found dead in a disabled toilet in a restaurant in Blackpool around two days after she was seen going in - her family said she had been trying to turn her life around following addiction struggles.
Scottish PremiershipCeltic 2 Dundee United 0 as it happened after Maeda and Hatate secure three pointsIt's another huge night of top flight action with the champions in action against the men from Tayside
Scotland facing five inch snow fall as maps show exact areas that could see white-out
Weather
The Met Office issued a fresh yellow weather warning for snow on Wednesday, with many local authorities set to see more of the white stuff fall over the next 24 hours
Exact temperature to keep home's thermostat at to stop mould and damp - and save on bills
Fuel bills
With winter in full swing, many households are reliant on their heating to keep them warm and fend off mould. However, striking the right balance can be tricky
Transfer news LIVE as Celtic and Rangers plus Aberdeen, Hearts and Hibs eye signings
Transfer Talk
Your one stop shop for all the rumours and done deals is now open for business
Feral gang batter teen outside Glasgow McDonald's before turning on Good Samaritan
Glasgow
The gang of youngsters can be seen piling on a teenage boy before bottling a man who tried to protect him.
Ange PostecoglouAnge Postecoglou shuts down 'mocking' Sky Sports interviewer after Tottenham trophy jabThe Australian boss wasn't having the interview after the clash with Liverpool
Paedo knifeman caught on CCTV chasing and stabbing teen girl is jailed
Courts
WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT. Ellie Dismore, 24, threatened and stalked a teenage girl after lying about his age.
BBC The Traitors host confirms former star's major update since leaving series
The Traitors
The former Traitors star has shared some happy news just after she was axed from the show in a brutal decision
Brendan Rodgers laughs off Celtic fan troll attempt as old school songbook branded 'part of the dance'
Brendan Rodgers
The Premiership leaders moved 16 points clear at the Premiership summit
Inside Love Island All Stars' Gabby Allen and Marcel Sommerville's split after rapper's holiday betrayal
Love Island
Love Island All Stars' contestants Gabby Allen and Marcel Sommerville are set to reunite in the villa for the first time since their relationship ended in 2018, after the Blazin Squad rapper was unfaithful while they were on holiday together.