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Zara Aleena's heartbreaking final moments before killer's 9-minute attack
As the inquest finds that failures 'across multiple agencies' contributed to Zara Aleena's brutal murder, the Mirror looks at the law graduate's tragic final moments
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Mum's horror as epileptic son tragically kills stepdad while in 'seizure state'
The mother of Ben Moglione has spoken out about her 'complete and utter shock' after realising her son had killed the stepfather he'd adored
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E.coli warning signs to look out for after sandwiches 'cause' fatal outbreak
After one person in England has died following an E.coli outbreak thought to have been sparked by certain shop-bought sandwiches, an expert has explained how worried we need to be
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Late Channel 4 star's tragic final hours - from phone call to meet-up plans
As tributes pour in for Channel 4's 999: On the Frontline star Daniel Duffield, the Mirror takes a look at the young paramedic's final hours, including his final phone call with a devastated friend
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Twists and turns of Jay Slater's GoFundMe cash as mum shares fresh news
As Jay Slater's worried mother Debbie Duncan takes action over her son's GoFundMe fundraiser, the Mirror takes a look at what the money will be used for - as well as controversies the page has harshly attracted
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‘I tried King’s caviar - it went brilliantly with chocolate and chips’
Mirror reporter and caviar newbie Julia Banim sampled caviar favoured by the Royal family - and was surprised to learn of some of the more 'ordinary' combinations
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Jay Slater clues in full as detective calls for mystery men to come forward
As the search for Jay Slater continues, police in Tenerife are trying to piece together what exactly happened to the missing teen - and there are a few physical clues that could provide answers
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Jay Slater's mum's worrying admission as family swerves press conference
Jay Slater's frantic mother Debbie Duncan said she is at her 'wit's end' as the search for her son continues amid new reported sightings of the teen watching the Euros
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Jay Slater's machete gang attack - trial, sentence and victim's brave plea
As the search continues for Jay Slater, the Mirror takes a look at the missing British teenager's life back in the UK, including a previous conviction and an ex-girlfriend who has called out 'keyboard warriors'
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Holly Willoughby kidnap accused's life - from 35st and housebound to TV show
As the trial of Holly Willoughby's alleged kidnap plotter continues, the Mirror takes a look at the life of Gavin Plumb, including his years' long 'obsession' with the presenter and previous horrifying crimes
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Jay Slater's mum's five-word warning to fundraiser critics
As missing British teen Jay Slater's fundraising page exceeds the £35,000 mark, his frantic mother Debbie Duncan has issued a desperate plea - while addressing online theories
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Red flag warning signs of thyroid disease you should never ignore
Thyroid disease is a common condition that affects the thyroid, a small gland at the base of the neck that produces hormones - and an expert has shared the symptoms you should never ignore
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Holly Willoughby's wild rise to fame - and exciting plans for global stardom
As Holly Willoughby moves forward beyond her This Morning tenure, the Mirror takes a look at the TV presenter's meteoric rise to fame, as well as her ambitious plans for the future
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Holly Willoughby's fairytale marriage to Dan Baldwin - tub proposal to 'pact'
As Holly Willoughby looks ahead to new career beginnings, the Mirror looks at her rock-solid marriage to Dan Baldwin - from secret dates to their special 'marriage pact'
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Taylor Swift's 'claims' about Joe Alwyn in full as he hits back after breakup
As Joe Alwyn opens up about his relationship and break-up with Taylor Swift, the Mirror takes a look at some of the supposed 'claims' the singer has made through her intensely analysed lyrics
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'I compared Aperol to dupes from Aldi and Tesco - the end result was baffling'
Mirror reporter and Aperol Spritz devotee Julia Banim set out to see whether Aldi and Tesco dupes could hold a glass to the real deal - and the results had her spitting her drink out in shock
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Jay Slater's pal's fierce mission to find him - police 'snub' and Snapchat clues
As the frantic search continues for Jay Slater, one of the missing teen's friends has devoted herself to finding answers - but she claims the police need to do more to find him
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Jay Slater clues in photos and last snap taken 30 minutes before disappearance
As the search for Jay Slater continues, the Mirror takes a look at some of the photos shared by the teen before his disappearance, including one snap taken shortly before his last phone call
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James Morrison's fiancee's tragic final hours and note she left for family
WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT As Gill Catchpole's inquest concludes, the Mirror takes a look at James Morrison's wife's tragic final hours and the notes she left for her loved ones
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Missing Jay Slater theories examined - 'kidnap', foul play or tragic accident
As the search for Jay Slater continues, the missing teen's whereabouts remain a mystery, however, there are a number of theories as to what exactly happened after his phone went dead
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Missed chances to save tragic teen after police visited home she lay dead in
As the inquest into Leah Croucher's death concludes, the Mirror takes a look at chances missed by officers to save the teen, whose remains went undiscovered for more than three years
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All the clues about what has happened to missing teen Jay Slater in Tenerife
As the search continues for missing Jay Slater, the Mirror takes a look at some of the clues as to what may have happened to the British teenager after he vanished in Tenerife
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Justin Timberlake's controversies - Britney 'shame', cheating claims and arrest
As Justin Timberlake is arrested following a drink driving incident, the Mirror takes a look at some of the singer's most controversial moments, from cheating allegations, to Janet Jackson shame
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Superstar '90s DJs now - Dario G death, cancer, rehab and humble career changes
Following the sad death of Dario G star Paul Spencer, the Mirror takes a look at what some of the most iconic DJs of the '90s and '00s are up to now - from health scares to unexpected new careers
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Countryfile's Adam Henson's family bombshell and bittersweet wedding 'goodbye'
As the face of Countryfile, Adam Henson has brought joy to countless nature lovers - but behind the scenes, he's had to deal with some painful family tragedies