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Yahoo News UKWhy are the Conservatives called Tories? Meaning and origins of nickname
The term Tory is much older than the official Conservative Party name, but it has persisted throughout the centuries as the party has evolved.
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10 thoughtful ways to surprise a loved one on Valentine's Day
If you need some inspiration this Valentine's Day, here are ten thoughtful ways to make your loved one's day.
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ASDA has brought back its heart-shaped pizza for Valentines Day
The pizza is available in five different flavours - perfect if you don't fancy cooking on Valentine's Day.
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How 'squabbling mice' photo was inspired by a text message from a drunk friend
Sam Rowley reveals how he was inspired to capture his 'Station Squabble' image, winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year LUMIX People's Choice Award.
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Elderly couple's tearful stolen purse appeal leads to hundreds of kind offers
"Can we pitch in as a community to buy her the nicest purse ever? I've love to help."
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Mum throws Aldi-themed 4th birthday party for daughter who loves the budget store
"We will always remember when Saylor turned four that Aldi was life."
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Love Island fans come to Rebecca's defence after 'slut-shaming' by trolls
Fans called out the sexist double standards as the Geordie contestant was subject to online trolls after she revealed her 'body count' number.
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'Hopefully next time Piers Morgan will listen' - PETA activist on heated Good Morning Britain interview
'I did what I could to keep a level head and stick to the topic,' said Jennifer White.
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15 of the most commonly mispronounced towns in Britain revealed
From Teignmouth to Godmanchester, the English language can be challenging
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Friends fans can now get trainers to wear with their pals - and they're only £15 at Asda
It's more than two decades since the American TV sitcom launched, but now ASDA have launched a Friends themed funky trainer.
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Mum discovers way to ease her five-year-old’s anxiety with a monster
The Worry Monster Teddy has a zipped mouth to eat worries written on paper, like a waste bin for the fears children aren’t keen to share with their parents.
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Teen told he can't attend graduation unless he cuts dreadlocks has been invited to the Oscars
Deandre Arnold was told he wouldn’t be able to walk at his graduation unless he cut his dreadlocks, but the creators of the Oscar-nominated Hair Love film, which normalises black hair, have said they're on his side.
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Three-year-old's tear-jerking 'Dinosaurs in Love' song to be released on Spotify to raise funds for wildlife
British musician Tom Rosenthal's youngest daughter Fenn self-wrote the lyrics to the ballad, which has now even be remixed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
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Jamie Oliver is searching for takeaway lovers to star in his new TV show
The TV chef wants to teach people to learn to cook for themselves instead of relying on takeaways.
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Lana Del Rey dazzled at the Grammys in last-minute dress she bought on the high street
Lana Del Rey wore a silver fully-beaded evening gown bought from high street chain store Saks Fifth Avenue.
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Pineapple Jaffa Cakes have hit supermarket shelves - would you try them?
The new zestier Jaffa Cakes add a tropical twist to Mcvitie’s household staple and popular treat.
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When do the Boxing Day sales start? Next, Currys, Amazon and ASOS details
Retailers will be slashing prices in the Boxing Day sales and offering discounts across a huge range of products online and in store. Here's what's on offer.
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Christmas opening times for Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury's and more
All the opening times for major supermarkets on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day so you can plan your last-minute festive food shopping.
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'This item could kill someone': Mum's dire warning over 'dangerous' eBay toy
Clarissa Clary was left bleeding for hours after the 'life-threatening' toy sprung open, slicing her face.
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Love Island's Amber, Anna and Yewande: Is it ever ok to date your best friend's ex?
For episode two of Yahoo UK's new podcast Reality Check, Amber Gill, Anna Vakili and Yewande Biala explore the girl code and ask, is it ever ok to date your best friend's ex?