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This Morning producer says scores are being settled

This Morning editor Martin Frizell has said “scores are being settled” when asked about claims of a toxic work environment at the ITV show. In the wake of Phillip Schofield’s resignation after admitting an affair with a younger male colleague, former This Morning employees hit out at the broadcaster criticising the work place culture. On Saturday, Mr Frizell told Sky News to “read between the lines” amid claims of toxicity

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Manchester City close in on treble

City beat rivals United in the first-ever all Manchester FA Cup final Ilkay Gundogan’s jaw-dropping double fired treble-chasing Manchester City to an unforgettable FA Cup final win against rivals Manchester United. Wembley witnessed an all-Manchester epic on Saturday as the neighbours met in a major final for the first time, bringing the curtain down on the domestic season in enthralling fashion. City emerged triumphant thanks to Gundogan’s fine volleys in a 2-1 victory that gives Pep Guardiola’s men the chance

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England made to bat again but still victorious

Debutant Josh Tongue claimed five wickets to help England beat Ireland inside three days at Lord’s, but only after a record 163-run partnership between tailenders Mark Adair and Andy McBrine. Predictions before the third day started ranged from whether England would have victory wrapped up in this one-off Test by lunch or by the time the FA Cup final got under way at 3pm. Ireland needed 255 runs to force

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Football fans prepare for first ever all Manchester derby in FA Cup final

City and United go head to head at Wembley on Saturday afternoon Pep Guardiola believes stopping Manchester City winning the treble could give Manchester United extra motivation in the FA Cup final. The two neighbouring rivals clash in the Wembley showpiece for the first time on Saturday with more than a trophy and local bragging rights at stake. For Premier League winners City victory could be the second leg of a potentially glorious

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Two arrested after woman in her 70s dies in dog attack in Warwickshire

The woman was declared dead at the scene in Bedworth on Friday afternoon A woman in her 70s has died after a dog attack in Bedworth. Warwickshire Police said the incident took place on Kathleen Avenue at about 3.50pm on Friday. The force said the woman was declared dead at the scene. There is no ongoing risk to the wider community as officers contained and seized the animal to a secure facility.

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Nineteen arrested ahead of Derby day

It comes after campaign group Animal Rising vowed to 'cancel or severely delay' the Epsom Derby Nineteen activists have been arrested ahead of plans to disrupt the Epsom Derby on Saturday, police said. The group Animal Rising accused Surrey Police of “abusing” their powers after 19 people were arrested on Saturday morning based on intelligence received by officers. A spokesman for the force said 11 people were arrested at addresses in Mitcham

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More than 280 killed and 900 hurt after two trains derail in India

The catastrophic collision happened southwest of Kolkata Two passenger trains derailed on Friday in India, killing more than 280 people and trapping hundreds of others inside more than a dozen damaged rail cars, officials said. The accident that happened about 137 miles south-west of Kolkata created a chaotic scene of twisted wreckage and desperate rescuers as teams tried to free passengers and recover bodies. The cause was under investigation. About 900 people

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Local News

Scouting group enjoy special sleepover to mark 90 years

A group of youngsters took part in some special activities to mark a milestone anniversary.The 12th King’s Lynn Scout Group celebrated 90 years with a group birthday sleepover.Further pursuits involved a morning hike to Alive Corn Exchange to watch the stage production of The Tiger Who Came to Tea for the Squirrel Scouts.The group celebrating with a cakeThe youngsters had fun together celebrating 90 years of scoutingMeanwhile, the Beavers, Cubs

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Man refused breath test after being seen on mobility scooter swerving on road

A Lynn man refused to take a breathalyser test after swerving in and out of a road on a mobility scooter.Robert Vincent, 35, of Dawber Close in Gaywood, appeared at Lynn’s Magistrates’ Court on Thursday where he admitted to the offence of refusing to provide specimen for analysis.It comes after an incident on the afternoon of April 20 when Vincent was seen on Austin Street in Lynn driving in and

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Teenage terrorist jailed for life over plot to attack soldiers and police

A teenage Islamic State fanatic has been jailed for life for plotting a terror attack on British police officers or soldiers after being radicalised online in the pandemic. Muslim convert Matthew King, 19, expressed a desire to kill military personnel as he prepared to stake out a British Army barracks in Stratford, east London. He discussed his plans and shared a “gory fantasy” with an online girlfriend with whom he

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