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Ninth celebrity really gutted to depart Strictly Come Dancing

The ninth celebrity has said they are “really gutted” to depart Strictly Come Dancing. Irish TV presenter Angela Scanlon has missed out on dancing in the quarter-finals for the BBC One show’s musicals special as she went home during Sunday’s results show episode. The 39-year-old faced Bad Education star Layton Williams, 29, in the dance-off after they both landed in the bottom following the judges scores and a public vote. Judges Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du BekeRead More

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Tens of thousands gather for rally against antisemitism amid Gaza truce

Tens of thousands have attended a march against antisemitism in London, as the crowd heard that the Jewish community will “not be intimidated”. Former prime minister Boris Johnson was among the high-profile figures joining the demonstration, a day after crowds also gathered in the capital to demand a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict. Those who addressed the marchers included Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis and immigration minister Robert Jenrick, as organisers claimed the pro-Palestinian rallies in recent weeks had madeRead More

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Layton Williams Why shouldnt we be swinging around a pole on Strictly

The 29 year old has defended a pole-based routine on last week's show following criticism from former Strictly professionals Layton Williams has said he is living his best life by “pushing the boundaries” on Strictly Come Dancing. The West End and Bad Education star, 29, was asked about criticism from former Strictly professionals Brendan Cole and James Jordan over a pole-based routine on last week’s episode of the BBC One show at Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Williams said: “I feel likeRead More

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National News

Kemi Badenoch unveils 45bn funding plan for British manufacturing

The Business Secretary says car makers, aerospace companies and clean energy firms are set to benefit A multibillion-pound funding package for key manufacturing sectors will drive growth and boost investment in the UK, ministers have said. Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch said the UK would not be drawn into a “distortive subsidy battle” as the Government set out its plan to boost key sectors and nurture a “globally competitive” battery supply chain over the next decade. Car makers, aerospace companies and clean energy firmsRead More

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National News

Worlds focus must not leave Ukraine ex Nato chief warns

Lord George Robertson said Russian President Vladimir Putin would be emboldened if foreign governments stop providing weaponry The world’s attention must “stay on Ukraine” as the Russian invasion continues, a former Nato secretary-general has warned. Lord George Robertson said Russian President Vladimir Putin would be emboldened to extend the attacks beyond Ukraine if foreign governments stop providing weaponry. It comes amid a four-day pause in the Israel-Hamas conflict, with the situation in the Middle East dominating much of the newsRead More

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National News

Author of upcoming royal book says he did not interview Meghan for it

Omid Scobie says he sourced information from mutual friends The author of an upcoming book about the royal family has said he did not interview the Duchess of Sussex for it but shares mutual friends with her which helped with sourcing information. Omid Scobie’s book, Endgame, is set to be released on Tuesday and will look “inside” the royal family and the monarchy’s “fight for survival”. The 42-year-old, who previously co-authored a biography of the Sussexes, insisted in an interviewRead More

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Local News

Who can take the Business Innovation crown?

Two dance teachers scooped the Business Innovation Award at this year’s Mayor’s Business Awards – and now we are looking to crown a champion at our 2024 ceremony.Lynn-based Noise & Chance School of Dance was named the winner for their fundraising efforts as they were given their well-earned prize.Spearheaded by Emily Penman and Trina Lee, their classes provide a unique place of solace for youngsters.Emily Penman (left) and Trina Lee (right) of Noise & Chance School of Dance celebrate theirRead More

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Local News

Mother assaulted police officer after school had taken her daughters away because she was drunk

A mother pushed a police officer in frustration after having her daughters taken away from her by their school teachers while she was drunk.Tatjana Alabjeva, 39, of Dobby Drive in Lynn, appeared at the town’s magistrates’ court on Thursday charged with assault by beating of an emergency worker.She pleaded guilty to the offence, which she committed on October 19 at her home address.Alabjeva appeared at Lynn Magistrates' Court on ThursdayCrown prosecutor Holly Postle told the court that on that date,Read More

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Local News

20-year-old who ‘didn’t know you need a licence’ was caught driving truck through town

A 20-year-old claimed he did not know you need a licence to drive after being caught behind the wheel of a truck.Mahmoud Ramadan, of Norfolk Street in Lynn, appeared at the town’s magistrates’ court on Thursday charged with three offences.He pleaded guilty to driving without insurance, without a licence and while using a mobile phone.Old Sunway in Lynn, where Mahmoud Ramadan was caught. Picture: Google MapsCrown prosecutor Holly Postle told the court that all three offences were committed on OctoberRead More

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