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800 Rock Choir members amaze audiences at Regent’s Park Music Festival

Around 800 Rock Choir Members delighted onlookers at Regent’s Park Music Festival with their repertoire of much-loved uplifting songs. 

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Care home crowns Tring resident ‘local hero’

A Tring resident has been named the winner of a care home’s ‘Local Heroes’ competition.

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Saudi tech conference LEAP East debuts in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre hosted the inaugural Asian debut of Saudi Arabia's LEAP conference.

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Hemel Hempstead snubbed in UK Town of Culture shortlist

Fifteen towns have been confirmed on the shortlist for the UK’s first Town of Culture – but Hemel Hempstead was among several Hertfordshire areas to miss out.

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Hemel Hempstead Probus Club – 'Crossing Africa on Foot'

Our next meeting is on Thursday, July 16 which will be held as usual at St Johns Church Hall, Station Road, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1JY.

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e.l.f. Cosmetics offers free driving lessons to UK learners

e.l.f. Cosmetics partners with RED Driver Training to provide free driving lessons for young people across the UK.

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Review: No7 launches new skin tint that's perfect for anyone who prefers lightweight coverage

No7's latest complexion launch offers light, comfortable coverage with a fresh, healthy-looking finish

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Boots launches £14.99 Arabian-inspired perfumes as the luxury-style fragrance trend hits the high street

Arabian-inspired scents known for their longevity and warm notes are now available on the high street, with Boots stocking five new Jawhara Eau de Parfums priced at £14.99 for 100ml.

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Eco-friendly Ryanair cabin bag made from recycled materials could make travelling lighter (aff)

Designed to fit beneath the seat on Ryanair flights, this travel backpack combines practical storage with a construction that uses at least 50% recycled materials

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'Don't be a t*sser' campaign urges Brits to recycle plastic waste

A study has found more than three in 10 Brits throw away three or more pieces of bathroom plastic each month - instead of recycling.

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Football fans lose an average of three hours of sleep per match

Football fans have lost an average of three hours of sleep per match over the past five weeks as they stay up to catch the action live.

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Renters' Rights Act is now law – the key changes every landlord needs to know

The Renters' Rights Act has introduced sweeping changes for landlords across England, with parts of the legislation also applying in Scotland and Wales. Here's what has changed and why AXA says it's time to review your insurance.

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Butlin's summer 2026: We crammed in a fortnight's worth of fun in four days with the Masked Singer, wresting and more

Butlin’s is an exhilarating experience - with all ages pleasingly exhausted by the end

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These are the flower bouquets I'd order from Bunches to brighten my home all summer long

These are the fresh flower bouquets I'd happily welcome into my home for summer.

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I'm stocking up on these Sainsbury's match day favourites for the semi-finals

The Sainsbury's essentials I'm stocking up on before cheering England on in the semi-finals.

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BaByliss frizz-taming Hydro Fusion hair dryer brush falls to £43.20 with Boots discount code

Boots shoppers can save £36.80 on this versatile BaByliss styling tool by combining the existing sale price with an extra checkout discount code

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These reclining garden loungers are designed for relaxing summer days - and they even have cup holders

The reclining garden loungers include handy cup holders and fold away for storage, making them ideal for making the most of warmer weather

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Thinking of buying a used car? These simple checks could save you thousands

A used car can look perfect on the surface, but its history may tell a different story. Here’s why more motorists are checking finance, write-off records and independent valuations before buying.

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Police hunt Hemel Hempstead man who skipped court hearing

Police officers are searching for a man from Hemel Hempstead who failed to appear in court.

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Hair growth bundle with minoxidil falls to £23.99 on Amazon

Combining a 5% minoxidil treatment with a caffeine shampoo, this bestselling men's hair growth bundle has dropped to under £24 on Amazon