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Devastating blaze at historic Bristol pub was suspected arson attack
Fire crews rush to the scene of a fire at the Grade II listed building last week
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Former police station demolished for 104 affordable homes
Planning
The Trinity Road Police Station has now been demolished after officers visited for the last time this month
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Six-strong gang threatened and chased men down the street
Mangotsfield
Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the incident
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Young man punched and kicked in racially-aggravated attack in Bristol
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
Police said the assault took place in Canons Road and are now appealing to the public for information
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Woman sexually assaulted as police release CCTV footage
Crime
Police would like to identify the man in the CCTV footage after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bath
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Hot chocolate store opening its first Bristol branch
Food and Drink
The brand already boasts a shop in Bath, as well as in various locations across the UK
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How elections could change support for Bristol's most vulnerable
Local Elections
Social care and special needs education are two areas swallowing up an ever-larger chunk of the city's budget
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Man jailed for life for Claire Holland murder to appeal sentence
Courts
Osment held up a paper note which read "innocent" as he left the dock
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Billie Eilish to tour UK next year - dates and how to get tickets
Events
The critically acclaimed singer has announced a 14-night tour in the UK and Ireland ahead of the release of her third album
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Police continuing to be called to Imperial Apartments nearly every other day
Hengrove
But it is a significant improvement since the last time police shared the data
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Boy finds 'holy grail' Lego piece that was lost at sea 27 years ago
West Country
The octopus is one of around five million pieces that fell into the sea 20 miles off Land's End in 1997. The Tokio Express container ship was hit by a huge wave during stormy weather on February 13, 1997
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Cat Deeley's favourite moisturiser which shoppers say has cured their eczema
Amazon
The TV presenter is a fan of the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream, which is currently on sale at Amazon for 45% off. The moisturiser has received rave reviews from shoppers
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Hugo Boss £65 shirt 'makes you look like a McDonald's worker'
McDonald's
Thousands of McDonald's fans say the designer label's grey and yellow polo shirt looked similar to the fast food chain's uniform
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Home Bargains selling 'Lancôme' and 'Marc Jacobs' air fresheners for £1.99
Home Bargains
Home Bargains shoppers say its three brand new fabric fresheners, Daisee, Xalien and Tu Est Belle, smell 'designer'
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Stacey Solomon's 'quirky' £49 ring shoppers will 'wear for years to come'
Fashion
Stacey Solomon's "dainty and quirky" has proven hugely popular online, racking up many five star reviews
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DWP and HMRC payment dates are changing for some people in May
UK & World News
You can check whether to expect your payments on a different date
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3p tablet you can buy over the counter could prevent bowel cancer
Health
A study found it reduced the risk of bowel cancers by 29%
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Butlin's wants to buy one of Pontins' abandoned holiday resorts
UK & World News
Butlin's has contacted the owner of Pontins about buying one of the holiday camp operator's closed venues
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Bristol News
The four people who want to run Avon and Somerset Police
We are electing a new police and crime commissioner on May 2
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Deadly synthetic opioids found in heroin bought in Bristol putting users' lives at risk
Health
Two people died in the West Country over the weekend after taking heroin from a 'bad batch' Heroin contaminated with nitazenes, a dangerous synthetic opioid, were discovered in Bristol over the weekend.
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Key Bristol road closing tonight leaving five-mile diversion
Kingswood
Resurfacing work will go on until Wednesday
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Doctor reveals most unhealthy item you can buy at the fish and chip shop
Food and Drink
Dr Deborah Lee has described an item found at every chip shop as a 'health bomb'
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Amazon selling 'stunning' £18 alternative to H&M's sold out bow dress
Fashion
Shoppers could save around £36 by opting for the Amazon alternative to the much loved H&M dress
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Ryanair passengers should 'forget packing cubes and rolling' if they want to avoid fees
Ryanair
Ryanair's free baggage allowance is one of the smallest of most budget carriers, so the experts from Which? Travel put some common packing hacks to the test to see what works best
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Brits given £31 incentive to 'ditch' Lanzarote, Tenerife and Majorca for others
UK & World News
As the Canary Islands see a rise in angry tourist movements against 'overtourism' in popular Brit holiday hotspots like Tenerife and Lanzarote, government officials have been discussing solutions to combat the issue, such as visitor limits, eco tax and daily tax
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Lottery new rules explained as Euromillions hits £142 million
Euromillions
New changes to the rules of the National Lottery mean that winners are struggling to get their hands on their prize money. Expectations were today hitting fever pitch as the EuroMillions jackpot which has been unclaimed for weeks has hit £142 million for tomorrow's draw.
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360,000 to lose DWP benefits under new rules published today
Cost Of Living
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride is expected to publish a green paper on Monday
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easyJet looking for 1,000 pilots in training programme with no experience necessary
Airbus
Earlier this month the airline launched an online test which assesses some of the key skills required to become an airline pilot
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Why prices of bread, beer and biscuits will soar this year
Cost Of Living
The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit has sounded an alert for consumers
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10 UK cities where homes are almost 3 times cheaper than Bristol - full list
Bristol News
The average house price for a first-time buyer in Bristol is £308,000, according to data
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Mum raising money to open cafe in memory of daughter
Local News
Sarah Ruck is hoping to raise £20,000 in honour of her daughter
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I tried the new vegan pop-up with eight sandwich choices
Vegan
I went for the fake steak... it wasn't for me
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Wowcher's 'luxurious' hanging egg chair now half price in sale
Shopping in Bristol
Wowcher is offering shoppers the chance to get a hanging egg chair to brighten up their summer gardens for £109
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Travel
You can travel to South West islands dubbed a 'mini-Maldives'
Boasting white sands and crystal clear blue sea, the beautiful islands are perfect for wildlife fans
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Beauty buffs can get £5 off Lookfantastic's 'winning' subscription box with last chance deal
Beauty
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Met Office reveals the exact day sunny weather will finally arrive in Bristol
Weather
The mercury is set to rise as we head towards the weekend
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Animals killed in petting park fire near Bristol
Avon Fire and Rescue
The fire broke out yesterday morning (April 27) and is not believed to have been started deliberately
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Shoppers race to bag M&S' 'cool dress' that's 'perfect for summer' and is selling fast
Marks & Spencer
The linen dress from the high street favourite is high in demand and is perfect for light summer evenings
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Join our WhatsApp group for reviews, food & drink news and more
Bristol Live
Join our new WhatsApp group - What's On - to receive the latest news on events, reviews and food & drink news happening in Bristol.
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M5 mayhem predicted as 16m drivers make bank holiday getaway
Bristol News
Section from Bristol south-bound cited as one of the most-likely traffic jam hotspots in the UK
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Argos' 'impressive' charcoal and gas barbecue has £15 off with this simple trick
Affiliates
Barbecue season is here and if you're in the market for a new outdoor grill, Top Cashback is offering new customers £15 off two Argos barbecues
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The best Amazon shopping deals right now including Fire and Ninja
Amazon
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Marks and Spencer’ midi skirt that is ‘easy to pack and doesn’t crease’
Marks & Spencer
Costing £40, shoppers can get a flowy skirt look perfect for summer at a great price
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Bristol property prices going down according to Zoopla
property news
The area had a bigger fall than the UK average
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Bristol funeral notices and family tributes to 18 lost loved ones
People
Our thoughts are with all those who have lost someone close to them
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DWP Universal Credit and PIP - full list of all payments being paid early next week
frontpage
The Early May bank holiday means a number of benefits will be paid earlier than usual next week
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Expert on how to cut your water usage as bills start to surge
UK & World News
Water bills could go up by up to an eye-watering 70% over the next five years
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Stacey Solomon shares health concern after suffering painful injury at home
Stacey Solomon
Stacey Solomon has taken to social media to seek advice from her followers after she injured herself at home over the weekend, with the star having shared a photo of the mark on her skin
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Shoppers praise M&S floaty dress with puffy sleeves
Affiliates
The midi green dress has a flattering tie around the waist
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Doctor issues urgent warning over 'horrible condition' one in 10 Brits suffer from
Health
The 'really debilitating' condition can cause significant pain and discomfort - and the cause of it remains unknown
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Holidaymakers heading to popular spots warned about hiring motorbikes
What's On News
Injury specialists have warned that costs can run into the tens of thousands of pounds if things go wrong
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GP on 'distressing' hair loss condition that can strike at any age
Health
Permanent hair loss affects 70% of men and 40% of women in their lifetimes - and can be extremely upsetting
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Amazon's £9 'anti-ageing' straws stop you from getting mouth wrinkles
Beauty
The straws are designed to help you avoid getting wrinkles, especially around your mouth, as you aren't having to purse your lips as much
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Prince William and Kate Middleton share 'unique' takeaway rule
UK & World News
The Prince and Princess of Wales enjoy a takeaway like many others but the rules for royals are different than those for many people
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Aldi has two new rules for £3.30 bags filled with £10 worth of food
Shopping
The supermarket has sold more than 500,000 of the bags since launch, and is now making it even easier to get them
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Gogglebox's Stephen Webb defended by fans after backlash to 'disrespectful' snap with man
Gogglebox
Gogglebox star Stephen Webb has been defended by fans after he was accused of 'moving on too quickly' following his split from husband Daniel Lustig
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Paris Saint-Germain Féminine vs Olympique Lyonnais: A High-Stakes UEFA Women's Champions League Showdown
Champions League
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Dunelm lemon range that will add a 'touch of spring' to any home
Shopping in Bristol
From vases to ceramic plates and even fake plants, there are plenty to choose from
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Spain, Italy, France & Greece Foreign Office advice to travellers
European Union
The Foreign Office regularly updates its guidance on what tourists need to know in advance of heading abroad
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Fans disappointed as Cadbury confirms it's scrapped chocolate bar
Sainsbury's
The chocolate giant launched the 180g snack in 2021 following a surge in popularity for chocolate orange products
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New research shows 2p pill could stop cancer as well as dementia
Health
The researchers found taking the vitamin improved immune resistance to cancer - the NHS already advocates taking supplements in winter to stop Alzheimer's
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Working parents can claim up to £1,739 every month for childcare
DWP
The DWP offers support with childcare costs for parents who claim Universal Credit and are in work - here's everything you need to know about the benefit and how to claim
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DVSA's 'important' reminder about little-known Highway Code rule
Motoring
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is reminding drivers of an "important" part of the Highway Code to keep in mind as the UK prepares for warmer weather
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Doctor explains unusual symptom that hay fever can cause
Health
With the weather getting warmer and the days getting lighter, many of us will be looking forward to spending more time outside. However, recent research shows that 1 in 4 (26%) adults in the UK suffer from hay fever and 49% will experience common symptoms such as sneezing, coughing and a blocked nose.
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News presenter 'receiving medical care' after taking ill on air
Celebs/TV
Viewers became concerned when ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar appeared to struggle with some words as he read the news
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Man vows 'never to return to Bristol Airport' after being fined for three-point turn
Bristol Airport
Ian Simpson was driving a hire car at the time
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Inside the ‘unique’ £325k Bristol home that used to be a jail
property news
It has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, one reception room and a unique layout
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The 'posh' village with jaw-dropping homes and views of the Bristol Channel
Travel
Properties there don't come cheap but there's good reason
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How schools will be affected by local elections in Bristol
Local Elections
Each party has set out their plans to voters with promises to improve the city’s education system
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Pubs and bars in Bristol
This Victorian backstreet pub has more than 20 gins on offer
Unless you know it's there, it's unlikely you'll find it unless you're lost
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Cuts to youth services blamed for increase in knife crime
Education
A summit was held in Bristol at the weekend to discuss the issue
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Gross failings in care of 'beautiful' woman at hospital
Local News
Staff shortages were blamed in the inquest
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Appeal to locate missing Bristol teen Jayden
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
It is believed he may have travelled from Bristol to Taunton in Somerset
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Second man dies amid bad batch of heroin circulating on streets
UK & World News
Police have warned of an 'unusual batch of heroin' which has seen 10 people admitted to hospital
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Traffic & Travel
South Gloucestershire
New 'garden village' near Yate denied 24/7 lorry traffic after hundreds complain
Ladden Garden Village in Yate has industrial estates as well as thousands of new homes off the same main road
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Crash blocked Bristol A-road near petrol station
Westbury-on-Trym
Long delays are building in Westbury-on-Trym
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Live: M5 holiday traffic causing 'long delays' near Bristol
Traffic & Travel
Motorists should expect delays on the motorway
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Fire service statement about huge M4 lorry fire which sparked traffic chaos
Avon Fire and Rescue
A stretch of the M4 was closed for a number of hours yesterday (Wednesday, April 25) after a lorry burst into flames
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Two-second rule for avoiding potholes and how to get compensation if a pothole damages your car
Traffic & Travel
The UK is thought to have more than one million potholes. Now drivers are being told of the two-second rule and what to do to get compensation.
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Bristol City FC
Bristol City FC
Brian Tinnion delivers update on Joe Williams' future as Bristol City contract nears end
Bristol City are keen to retain the services of the former Everton academy graduate
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Liam Manning sets Bristol City's dominant double winner a challenge for next season
Bristol City FC
Rob Dickie has been Bristol City's most consistently high performer throughout the 2023/24 Championship campaign
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Bristol City keep the beach towels packed away as Twine shines to pose questions for summer
Bristol City FC
Bristol Live fan columnist Math Withers breaks down Bristol City's 2-0 victory over Rotherham United
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Bristol City verdict: Manning gives off Twine signs, King stands tall and Dickie deserves it all
Bristol City FC
All the talking points following Bristol City's 2-0 Championship triumph over Rotherham United
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Liam Manning makes Scott Twine transfer admission after Bristol City loanee excels in victory
Bristol City FC
Burnley's Scott Twine struck his second goal for Bristol City with a fine free-kick in their 2-0 win over Rotherham United
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UK & World News
BBC
Heineken slammed for felling massive 300-acre orchard due to 'surplus of apples'
People have said the felling of he orchard - which was the size of 140 football pitches - was an act of 'violence' and 'vandalism'
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Boy finds 'holy grail' Lego piece that was lost at sea 27 years ago
West Country
The octopus is one of around five million pieces that fell into the sea 20 miles off Land's End in 1997. The Tokio Express container ship was hit by a huge wave during stormy weather on February 13, 1997
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Britain's strongest gran bidding for gold months after taking up powerlifting
UK & World News
Martine says she took up the sport 'by accident', but said powerlifting was a great way for women to stay fit
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Home Bargains selling 'Lancôme' and 'Marc Jacobs' air fresheners for £1.99
Home Bargains
Home Bargains shoppers say its three brand new fabric fresheners, Daisee, Xalien and Tu Est Belle, smell 'designer'
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Paranoid schizophrenic was just five days out of jail when he knifed 87-year-old grandad to death
UK & World News
Lee Byers stabbed 87-year-old Thomas O'Halloran in a motiveless attack as the pensioner rode on his mobility scooter
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Heineken slammed for felling massive 300-acre orchard due to 'surplus of apples'
People have said the felling of he orchard - which was the size of 140 football pitches - was an act of 'violence' and 'vandalism'
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Local Elections
Social care and special needs education are two areas swallowing up an ever-larger chunk of the city's budget
Boy finds 'holy grail' Lego piece that was lost at sea 27 years ago
West Country
The octopus is one of around five million pieces that fell into the sea 20 miles off Land's End in 1997. The Tokio Express container ship was hit by a huge wave during stormy weather on February 13, 1997
Woman sexually assaulted as police release CCTV footage
Crime
Police would like to identify the man in the CCTV footage after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bath
Former Bristol police station demolished to make way for 104 affordable homes
Planning
The Trinity Road Police Station has now been demolished after officers visited for the last time this month
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Kingswood
Key Bristol road closing tonight leaving five-mile diversion
Resurfacing work will go on until Wednesday
Devastating blaze at historic Bristol pub was suspected arson attack
Brislington
Fire crews rush to the scene of a fire at the Grade II listed building last week
Young man punched and kicked in racially-aggravated attack in Bristol
Avon and Somerset Constabulary
Police said the alleged assault took place in Canons Road and are now appealing to the public for information
easyJet looking for 1,000 pilots in training programme with no experience necessary
Airbus
Earlier this month the airline launched an online test which assesses some of the key skills required to become an airline pilot
Gogglebox's Stephen Webb defended by fans after backlash to 'disrespectful' snap with man
Gogglebox
Gogglebox star Stephen Webb has been defended by fans after he was accused of 'moving on too quickly' following his split from husband Daniel Lustig
BBC
Heineken slammed for felling massive 300-acre orchard due to 'surplus of apples'
People have said the felling of he orchard - which was the size of 140 football pitches - was an act of 'violence' and 'vandalism'
Cat Deeley's favourite moisturiser which shoppers say has cured their eczema
Amazon
The TV presenter is a fan of the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream, which is currently on sale at Amazon for 45% off. The moisturiser has received rave reviews from shoppers
How Bristol local elections could affect support for the city's most vulnerable
Local Elections
Social care and special needs education are two areas swallowing up an ever-larger chunk of the city's budget
Boy finds 'holy grail' Lego piece that was lost at sea 27 years ago
West Country
The octopus is one of around five million pieces that fell into the sea 20 miles off Land's End in 1997. The Tokio Express container ship was hit by a huge wave during stormy weather on February 13, 1997
Shoppers say they've found 'best ever' factor 50 SPF that makes your skin 'glow'
Beauty
Boots shoppers say Bondi Sands' factor 50 sunscreen lotion is the best they've ever tried and makes your face 'glow'