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Carol Vorderman demands apology from Reform candidate for ‘abuse online’

Carol Vorderman has demanded an apology from a “cowardly” Reform UK candidate in the Makerfield by-election who supported an offensive post about her, according to reports.

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Beauty fans can save £4 on e.l.f.’s glossy lip balm bundle that’s made for summer glow-ups (aff)

Beauty bundles that cut the price of your beauty faves and give you more of what you already want are the best kind - e.l.f.’s Ultimate Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm Bundle does exactly that.

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The Greens have announced their new candidate in the Makerfield by-election

Sarah Wakefield, a councillor on Manchester City Council, will stand for the party after its initial candidate withdrew from the race.

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Amazon's number one easyJet cabin bag has been bought by 300 plus shoppers this month (aff)

As more holidaymakers try to travel with hand luggage only, compact cabin bags built around airline rules are becoming increasingly popular.

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Tapo TC40 security camera with 360-degree tracking is gaining Amazon attention (aff)

As holidays and weekends away begin appearing on calendars, many shoppers are looking for simple ways to keep an eye on their homes while they are out

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This stylish Ryanair cabin bag with 30% off is getting attention from hand luggage travellers (aff)

Travellers looking to keep costs down are increasingly focusing on cabin bags built around strict airline baggage measurements.

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Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker falls below £100 in Amazon limited-time deal (aff)

Bose’s compact SoundLink Flex speaker has dropped to one of its lowest visible prices on Amazon, with the waterproof Bluetooth speaker now selling for under £100.

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The five-minute dinner option catching the attention of busy people who still want to eat better (aff)

When life gets busy, healthy eating is often one of the first things to slip but one meal subscription is trying to solve that problem.

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A man in a fox costume is the latest candidate to be named in the Makerfield by-election

A man dressed in a fox costume has joined the race to become the next MP for Makerfield.

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Reform MP calls by-election candidate’s Carol Vorderman post ‘inappropriate’

A Reform UK MP has described social media posts by his own party’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election as “inappropriate,” but sought to defend the “private” comments of “an ordinary man”

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Amazon cuts retractable 30m garden hose reel to under £80 with voucher deal (aff)

A heavily discounted retractable garden hose reel with automatic rewind and 30m reach has dropped to under £80 with a limited-time Amazon voucher.

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Prime minister will have to go even if Andy Burnham loses Makerfield by-election, says MP Jess Phillips

The prime minister will have to go even if Andy Burnham loses the Makerfield by-election, Jess Phillips has said.

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Kärcher cordless hedge trimmer drops to under £60 for garden season (aff)

A lightweight Kärcher cordless hedge trimmer with a diamond-ground blade and LCD battery display has been heavily reduced for garden season.

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Wigan-based Calisen appoints smart water meter expert Gary Adams as director in its growing water business

A smart meter provider based in Wigan has appointed a new operations director for its water business.

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From student to film director: returning to the local college where it all started

A former college student who became a film director shared his experiences.

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A Leigh scout group has installed dog waste bag dispensers at Lilford Park in a community project

Cubs have been helping to keep a Leigh park tidy in a community challenge.

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Skelmersdale firm Stuart Energy has been named in The Sunday Times Best Small Places to Work list

A local firm celebrates being named in The Sunday Times Best Small Places to Work list.

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A supermarket conversion plan for a Leigh cash-and-carry warehouse has been approved

Plans to convert a Leigh cash-and-carry warehouse into a supermarket have been approved.

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One in six owners have risked their dog's life by leaving them in a warm car

One in six dog owners have left their pooch in a car at temperatures that could risk their pet’s life, according to research.

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Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo cordless misting fan drops below £90 on Amazon (aff)

Shark’s compact cordless misting fan has dropped well below £100 on Amazon as shoppers prepare for warmer weather and summer heatwaves.