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Multi-faceted Shropshire student Laurence Abel is hoping for a career as a magician, or a comedian, or a journalist . . . he’s not sure which. He combines his three passions here, as he describes the terror of stand-up comedy and magic

Sion have described the decision of the Swiss Football Association (SFV) to dock them 36 points over the fielding of ineligible players as a "cowardly act".

Members of a family who left their winning lottery tickets under their tree for two days without checking them received the ultimate present when they found out they had won on Christmas Day.

Spain's new government has warned that the country's budget deficit will be higher than anticipated this year as it unveiled a first batch of austerity measures that include surprise income and property tax hikes.

A man bled to death in front of his wife and 14-year-old daughter after he accidentally cut his throat with a chainsaw, according to reports.

Carlo Ancelotti has been confirmed as the new coach of Paris St Germain, the club announced at a press conference held at the Parc des Princes on Friday.

Opera star Katherine Jenkins has revealed that she and her TV presenter fiance Gethin Jones have ended their relationship.

Thieves the hunt for valuable sat navs went on a car smashing spree in Telford today.

Welcome to Britain, the lousy value nation.

Katherine Jenkins has revealed she and fiance Gethin Jones have ended their relationship.

Around 1,600 jobs are to go at shoe retailer Barratts Priceless after attempts to find a buyer for the concessions business failed, administrators have said.

A takeaway restaurant in Madeley will be closed for several weeks after a fire caused severe damage to the premises this morning.

Brave soldier Simon Jones survived six months of Taliban attacks and bombings in Afghanistan to return to the arms of fiancee Hayley Allan for their wedding day.

Patients will be able to choose which GP practice to register with, regardless of whether or not it is closest to their home, under a pilot scheme.

A man in his 50s has died in hospital after suffering severe burns when he was trapped in his blazing car.

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Tottenham are currently playing the best football in the Premier League.

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a mother of three whose body was found in a canal on Christmas Day.

Everton loan signing Landon Donovan believes he is a better player now than he was in his first spell with the Toffees.

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini claims he does not have a points target in mind to win the Barclays Premier League.

Arsene Wenger has warned Arsenal fans not to expect the Thierry Henry of 10 years ago if the legendary striker rejoins the club as expected on a two-month loan deal.

Police are investigating the death of a 10-month-old baby girl who died after being admitted to hospital on Boxing Day.

Rihanna has been enjoying some rest and relaxation before a luxury New Year's Eve concert in her native Barbados.

Kristen Stewart has reportedly splashed out thousands of dollars on vintage guitars for her boyfriend Robert Pattinson's Christmas present.

David Beckham has revisited his favourite pie and mash shop for the second time in a week.

Coronation Street's Leanne Barlow is set to take a break from Weatherfield next year after husband Peter confesses he is in love with Carla Connor.

Kings Of Leon frontman Caleb Followill is set to become a father.

LMFAO's Redfoo was forced to cut short a DJ set in Honduras when a fire broke out, filling the venue with smoke.

Trudie Styler has revealed she blames Bob Geldof for rumours she and husband Sting enjoy hours of tantric sex.

Sir Christopher Lee has revealed he will only take small roles these days, but they have to be meaningful.

Joan Collins is rumoured to have been lined up for a cameo in the new series of Downton Abbey.