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Friday, Jul 26

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James Martin shares plans for his funeral after cancer diagnosis

The ITV Saturday Morning host recently underwent an operation after first being diagnosed in 2018 after revealing it has 'returned on several occasions'

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Eamonn Holmes issues update on dog Maggie after split from Ruth Langsford

The GB News presenter and Ruth are reportedly locked in a custody dispute over their dog Maggie

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Strictly's Giovanni Pernice 'wants to sue Amanda Abbington' over sex claims

Giovanni Pernice is reportedly considering taking legal action against his former Strictly Come Dancing partner Amanda Abbington following her bullying allegations

Zara McDermott breaks silence on Pete Wicks landing Strictly gig

Pete, best known for starring in The Only Way is Essex, was rumoured to have joined the star-studded line-up

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Meghan Markle could use Birmingham Invictus Games to send ultimate Royal 'snub', says expert

A no-show by the Duchess of Sussex at event closest to Harry's heart would signal that nothing would 'drag' her back to the UK, according to former BBC correspondent Jennie Bond

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Eamonn Holmes addresses fans on major issue in divorce with Ruth Langsford

Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes' dog Maggie has been at the centre of their divorce war but fans of the This Morning duo have begged Eamonn to 'look after himself' as he shared an update

Graziano Di Prima under 'medical supervision' as family 'monitor him hourly'

Graziano Di Prima has been under 'medical supervision' after he was axed from Strictly Come Dancing following the claims he 'kicked and spat' at Zara McDermott

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Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice's 'war' leaves BBC bosses in 'meltdown'

The Sherlock star was partnered up with Italian dancer Giovanni Pernice last year - but left after several weeks citing 'medical reasons'

'My dog is named after Aston Villa star – I'm tired of justifying it on walks'

BBC sport presenter Betty Glover says she's constantly left embarrassed by her dog's name, after her boyfriend decided to name their pet after his favourite footballer

Strictly Come Dancing star Zara McDermott 'surrounded by family' as pal Pete Wicks 'signs up' for BBC show

She was enjoying a break with her loved ones as rumours circulated that her pal Pete Wicks has signed up for this year's show

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Kate Garraway replaced on Good Morning Britain following 'terrible scare'

he presenter has been replaced by Ranvir Singh as she rushed to be with her father, who has suffered a suspected stroke and heart attack

Thursday, Jul 25

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Katya Virshilas says pros 'can be brutal'

The Lithuanian dancer claimed producers would have known what was going on as they were "living under a glass house" while working on the show

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing 2024 line-up as EastEnders, TOWIE and DIY SOS stars 'confirmed'

Despite the recent scandal, which has seen pro dancers Giovanni Penice and Graziano Di Prima axed, the show was set to go on

ITV Coronation Street's David Neilson thrills fans as he shares close friendship with soap lover

The Roy Cropper actor is rarely seen off screen, but is taking a break from the ITV soap

New cinema set to open as former Empire ‘strikes back’ with stunning new look

The new look Royal Cinemas at the site of the former Odeon and then Empire in Sutton Coldfield is ready for cinemagoers to ‘immerse themselves in film’ in all-new luxury art deco surroundings that should make filmgoing a real treat.

Royal Cinemas Sutton Coldfield is opening – ticket prices, menu, drinks and more

The eagerly anticipated Royal Cinemas at Maney Coroner - the former Odeon turned Empire - is back with a new look and feel and stunning new screens and seating. This is everything you'll need to know before visiting

First look inside new Royal Cinemas Sutton Coldfield - 35 photos of big changes

The Royal Cinemas has been more than six months in the making and almost four years since a cinema has operated at the Sutton Coldfield site - but now it's about to welcome back filmgoers - here's a peak at what to expect

Eamonn Holmes shared Ruth Langsford's reason for not divorcing him a year before split

He was speaking about their relationship on a podcast when he revealed the reason they stuck together, a year before they announced they were separating in May

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The Bill star 'raking it in' as she reveals paycheque for repeat of ITV show

The actress played PC Dave Quinnan's ex-wife Jenny Marton in the ITV show

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BBC warns over TV Licence 'detector vans' after 500,000 people cancel

BBC figures show a staggering half a million households have cancelled their licence fee this year.

ITV Emmerdale star says it's 'good to be back' as he announces soap return

Alfie Clarke has been missing from screens for a while and viewers said they 'couldn't wait' to see him back

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Alison Hammond announces 'my last day' on ITV This Morning and says 'it's time'

The Birmingham-born star is taking a break from the ITV show, leaving co-presenter Dermot O'Leary 'quite sad'

Roman's 'perfect' floral dress that shoppers say 'never creases' now £26 in sale

The Floral Frill Hem Stretch Midi Dress can be worn casually during the day or dressed up for summer evenings

Liam Payne's ex fiancée Maya Henry speaks out on relationship and 'creepy' encounter

The revelation came as a fan claimed her "creep" of an ex would message her friend while they were together

Gogglebox star Ellie Warner robbed in 4am raid as she shares 'most bizarre' thing

The Channel 4 star appealed for help from the public after the strange burglary

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ITV Lorraine's Christine Lampard makes baby announcement live on air

Juliet Sear, a familiar face on ITV's Lorraine, has shared her mixed feelings about becoming a grandmother for the first time, admitting she's 'scared' about the impending new addition to the family.

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AD FEATURE: Prestigious awards see E-ACT's academies recognised nationally

One of Birmingham's E-ACT academies was singled out for its own specific award

Wednesday, Jul 24

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BBC The Repair Shop expert 'lost for words' as guest moved to tears over item

The Repair Shop expert Dean Westmoreland was left emotional as a guest broke down in tears after seeing her item's big transformation