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Friends of Mike Thalassitis claim pressure of having to ‘live as a character’ led to him taking his own life
Former class mates visited the spot that the reality star took his life to pay tribute to their ‘talented and comedial friend’.
Tina Malone handed suspended jail term for posting picture of Jon Venables on Facebook
The 55-year-old actress gave evidence at the High Court claiming she was not aware of the court order granting the pair lifelong anonymity all over the world.
Who won this epic stare off between Will Self and Tory Brexiteer Mark Francois?
Remember Tory arch Brexiteer and trouble-maker Mark Francois? Many accused the MP for Rayleigh and Wickford of racism when he reacted to Airbus CEO Tom Enders warning about the implications of a no-deal Brexit for the aerospace firm's UK operations by snapping: “Mr Enders’ intervention is a classic example of the sort of Teutonic arrogance, which is one of the reasons why many people voted to leave the European Union.” Today the MP was involved in another race row live...
Boxset fans stream favourite shows on the toilet, at parties and even at funerals
On the toilet, at parties – and even at funerals are among the bizarre places boxset fans are streaming their favourite shows, it has emerged. Researchers who carried out a detailed study found almost one in five have watched the latest episode from the loo, while one in 50 even admitted tuning in at the burial or cremation of a loved one. Almost one in five have caught up with the latest episode at work, while more than one in...
Kerry Katona pleads not guilty to failing to send one of her five children to school regularly
The 38-year-old I'm a Celeb winner claimed her child's 75 per cent attendance rate was due to "illness or other unavoidable causes"
Reality TV star has bravely spoken out after a pervert bit her on the cheek
Rich Kids Go Skint star Jodie Weston said she "feared for her life" when the man followed her into an alleyway and grabbed here - before biting down on her left cheek.
Jailed burglar’s mugshot goes viral after social media users compare him to TV star
Cameron Marshall, 23, was jailed for stealing body spray from a shared bathroom
Will Young to read Two Dads book about same sex parents on CBeebies for LGBT History Month
"I've never been more sure that inclusivity starts from the youngest possible age. I hope these stories will be used for years to come."
Tributes as comedian Jeremy Hardy dies of cancer aged 57
Award winning comedian and News Quiz favourite Jeremy Hardy has died after battling cancer his publicist has announced. Tributes from the greats of broadcasting, comedy and social activisim have poured in this morning (see below). The Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said: "Jeremy Hardy was a dear, lifelong friend. He always gave his all for everyone else and the campaigns for social justice. You made us all smile. You made us all think. Rest in peace, Jeremy." The comedian was 57 and...