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Smelling aloe vera was a sign my life was in danger

Alice Boshier began experiencing seizures after collapsing in her bathroom in the middle of the night

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'I thought lump in my neck was from labour but it was cancer'

Natalie now realises she had other symptoms which she put down to pregnancy

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Unexpected 12p kitchen ingredient 'can speed up hair growth and avoid hair loss'

A simple recipe shared on TikTok claims that a common ingredient can help to promote hair growth and prevent hair loss - and you may already have one

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Exactly what it means if you keep seeing the number 7 and what you need to do immediately

If you've been seeing the number seven rather a lot recently it may a sign from the universe that there's something greater going on

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Halifax, Lloyds and Bank of Scotland down as customers say 'payments declined'

Many customers have been unable to access their online banking apps

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She defied all odds to be named one of the country's most extraordinary women

Family and kids

Sue Wright is a true self-made success story

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Mum's heartbreaking message to parents after daughter is only one not invited to party

A mum has issued a heartbreaking message to all parents after seeing her daughter's reaction when she wasn't invited to a classmate's birthday party - and others have backed her up for her stance

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Americans realise how Brits wash dishes and have been left horrified by method

When a British man shared a video of himself doing the dishes, he never expected to be called out for his method, which he has been doing his whole life without issues

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Americans in UK go to Tesco for first time and one thing leaves them gobsmacked

A group of Americans visited a 'big Tesco' store while on holiday in the UK - and there were some major differences compared to what they're used to in the supermarket aisles back home

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Mum's horror after she sees what's on six-year-old daughter's iPhone app

A mum couldn't believe what she was seeing when her six-year-old daughter was sitting on the couch next to her, and she saw something so 'graphic' on her iPhone

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'Never look into someone's right eye' neuroscientist says, always the left

A neuroscientist has shared a technique that can help you connect better with people, especially on dates

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Mum on £20K who sank into more than £10K of debt pays it off with one golden rule

Nicole Heeley gave up her dream of becoming a teacher when she dropped out of university due to her 'crushing' debt

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Man proposes to girlfriend outside street food van and people are 'mortified'

Choosing how to propose can be an exciting yet daunting life event - and one couple has divided opinion after getting engaged in an unusual spot 'near garlic and tuna'

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Speech coach says 'FBI trick skips small talk and gets people to open up'

A speech and communication coach has shared a technique that will help you connect with people on a deeper level

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Lawyer shares tactic that 'instantly catches out a liar'

The method was shared on social media by Law By Mike, who has over 11 million followers on TikTok

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UK can't agree what to call 'bread roll' as 'barm vs roll vs cob' debate rages on

From a 'bap' to a 'cob' and everything in between, there are a multitude of terms for a bread roll across the UK

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'I weighed 27st then lost half my body weight after two events'

Two major life events spurred Sharon on to join WeightWatchers

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'I juggled five zero-hour jobs to fund my travel addiction and it was worth it'

A young woman from Essex was so hooked on seeing the world, she did whatever it took to save up, even if it meant giving up a few luxuries

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'I'm a professional cleaner - two-ingredient DIY spray stops bad kitchen smells'

A professional cleaner has shared her top tips for tackling odours in the home, including a two-ingredient spray to keep your fridge smelling fresh

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Court lawyer says there is one phrase that will 'always end any argument'

The advice was shared by a trial lawyer and communications expert who revealed two words you can use

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Ex Special Agent urges everyone to avoid people who do three things

The former Secret Service agent explained why she advises steering clear of three types of people

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EasyJet pilot 'threatens to leave sobbing schoolboy behind' in wheelchair row

Anthony Higgins has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a progressive genetic disorder causing muscle weakness, that leaves him unable to walk

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Flag flies at half mast after death of 'legend' who 'everybody knew'

Arthur Maddock became a local legend on the Wirral

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'My greedy flatmate wouldn't stop stealing my food until I got my spicy revenge'

A foodie who was left fuming after their flatmate kept stealing their leftovers decided to take matters into their own hands

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Dick and Angel Strawbridge Dick and Angel Strawbridge wow fans with chateau's impressive transformation The family recently announced the popular programme is returning for a tenth series

Train passengers warned not to travel past Preston for days

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Prime Minister admits state 'failed' Hillsborough victims as landmark law moves forward

The Public Office (Accountability) Bill had its second reading in Parliament this afternoon

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Ryan Connor returned to the Connor-Swain household after a trip to Ireland

Dick and Angel Strawbridge Dick and Angel Strawbridge wow fans with chateau's impressive transformation The family recently announced the popular programme is returning for a tenth series

Train passengers warned not to travel past Preston for days

Customers are being told they should not attempt to travel until later this week

Prime Minister admits state 'failed' Hillsborough victims as landmark law moves forward

The Public Office (Accountability) Bill had its second reading in Parliament this afternoon

Did anyone win tonight's Set for Life £3.6m jackpot?

Players could scoop up £10,000 a month for 30 years in the National Lottery Set for Life draw

ITV Coronation Street viewers say the same thing as Ryan finally returns to screens

Coronation Street

Ryan Connor returned to the Connor-Swain household after a trip to Ireland