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Arrest warrant for 'dead' rapper

Arrest warrant for 'dead' rapper

Lack of a death certificate or burial site and sparse obituary information has led to talk in hip-hop circles that rapper Tim Dog, who owes thousands of dollars to women he was convicted of swindling, faked his own death.

Richard III was in 'untidy' grave

Richard III was in 'untidy' grave

The remains of King Richard III, which were discovered under a city car park, were found in a hastily dug, untidy grave, researchers have revealed.

'Hairy moment' for 400lb tiger Ty

'Hairy moment' for 400lb tiger Ty

It's not unusual for a cat to get a hairball, but a 400lb tiger needed help from vets when he could not cough up a football-sized fur lump by himself.

Cross-dressing spy 'embarrassed' UK

Cross-dressing spy 'embarrassed' UK

Spies might be supposed to be masters of disguise, but a British intelligence officer caused embarrassment to his political masters through his penchant for dressing up, according to official papers made public on Thursday.

Image shows 'ideal woman celebrity'

Image shows 'ideal woman celebrity'

This is how the ideal female celebrity would look, according to a new survey.
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'Indoor beach' among oddest claims

A holiday home insurer has revealed some of its strangest ever claims, including a swan crashing through the roof and guests creating an "indoor beach".
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War Horse puppet on Wembley turf

Joey the giant puppet from West End hit show War Horse is to tread the turf at Wembley by putting in an appearance before the Uefa Champions League Final this weekend.
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Flag of Europe replaced at Holyrood

The Flag of Europe outside the Scottish Parliament has been replaced after it was spotted flying with just 11 stars.
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M&S hails new sweet green tomato

Marks and Spencer is selling what it claims is the first ripe and sweet green tomato on the high street in a trial with a Lancashire farmer.
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Sugary syrup effects 'like drug'

A sugary syrup widely used in processed foods like biscuits can cause behavioural changes similar to the effects of cocaine, according to new research.
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