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Color Wow shampoo and conditioner duo drops to £25.80 on Amazon

The sulphate-free duo has a 4.5-star rating from more than 6,200 reviews and is designed to cleanse and hydrate fine hair without weighing it down.

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Volvo XC40 review: An enduringly appealing premium SUV

Volvo has made surprisingly few changes to its smallest SUV, but nearly 200,000 UK sales suggest the handsome, comfortable and reassuring XC40 needed little reinvention.

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Paddington’s Suitcase eight-book set is now £11.99 on Amazon

The charming collection brings eight Paddington adventures together in a suitcase-style case, making an affordable gift for younger readers.

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Stacey Solomon's beauty must-have, which has also gone viral online, is back on sale on Amazon

A viral beauty product loved by reality star and influencer Stacey Solomon is back on sale on Amazon.

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SwitchBot Lock Ultra Max review: The best smart lock I've tested gets even faster

SwitchBot’s new smart lock is faster, stronger and protected by an ingenious backup system, but unlocking its smartest features requires a considerably bigger investment.

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This 330g hair dryer is £60 off in an Amazon deal and promises fast drying

The Faszin hair dryer has dropped to £69.99 in a limited time Amazon deal, with a 330g lightweight design, powerful airflow and three magnetic styling nozzles.

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Dog lovers can explore Blenheim Palace gardens with their pooches this autumn in special event

Four-legged visitors are being given a rare chance to explore some of Blenheim Palace’s most famous gardens as part of a special autumn event.

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I stopped using shampoo and conditioner for Hairstory’s £48 cleansing cream and didn’t expect this result

Hairstory wants us to ditch traditional shampoo and conditioner for a very different way of washing our hair. I put its New Wash Method to the test.

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Shark’s £199 hair tool dries and straightens at the same time and it’s now £50 off

The two-in-one Shark tool combines drying and straightening with ceramic plates, high-velocity airflow and three interchangeable combs.

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Superdrug’s first skincare advent calendar costs £60 but contains over £160 of products

Superdrug’s first-ever skincare advent calendar costs £60 but contains more than £160 worth of products, including Olay, Aveeno, Beauty of Joseon and Round Lab.

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Brave survivor who was abused as a child praised by Hertfordshire Constabulary after trial

A woman who gave evidence in a sexual abuse trial, where she proved she was abused as a child, has been praised by Hertfordshire Constabulary.

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New Look’s £19.50 wide-leg joggers look far more expensive than their price tag

If you want the comfort of joggers without the usual sportswear look, New Look’s premium wide-leg pair could be worth a look. They’re currently reduced to £19.50 at Very.

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Cabin Max Anode cabin case reduced to £46.71 in Amazon deal after reviewer’s long-haul durability test

The black 55 x 40 x 20cm Cabin Max Anode is on a limited-time Amazon promotion, with one owner saying the 40-litre case has held up over multiple trips including three flights and seven hotels while carrying more than 12kg.

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Consultation opens on extending alcohol-free zones in Dacorum

Residents are asked for their views on whether there should be more public alcohol-free zones in Dacorum and whether the current ones should continue to exist.

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Bugaboo x Stella McCartney launches the designer pram collection new mums will love

Three iconic Bugaboo strollers get a luxury Stella McCartney makeover, complete with matching accessories.

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Philips ReAura LED face mask is £40 off in Amazon deal at £309.99

Philips' premium ReAura LED Face Mask has been reduced by £40 on Amazon, offering three specialised light therapy modes and a 10-minute treatment routine.

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This £45 TOG24 fleece has dropped to £8 - but colour and size options are running out

The lightweight fleece is made from recycled polyester and could be a useful extra layer this autumn, but shoppers must choose carefully to secure the headline price

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Hemel Hempstead dad turns bedtime adventures with his son into new children’s book

“Captain Frank really came from the adventures and imagination I share with my son”

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I’m a fashion editor and these are the 4 River Island autumn pieces I’d buy

River Island’s new Amy Jackson Westwick edit is packed with autumn-ready tailoring, faux leather and polished wardrobe staples. Fashion editor Natalie Dixon picks the four pieces she thinks are worth a closer look.

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Essex and Herts Air Ambulance's new Advanced Paramedics service attends 75 patients since launch

Essex & Herts Air Ambulance, in partnership with the East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST), has launched its first 24-hour Advanced Paramedic service, helping the charity reach more patients and cover a broader range of critical incidents.