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Shamed Saints now face an FA investigation
SOUTHAMPTON are now under investigation by the Football Association in relation to the ‘Spygate’ scandal.
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May 22, 2026
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Firms step up their plans to slash jobs
FIRMS have accelerated job cut plans across the private sector as a 12-month run of business growth has come to an end, new data has revealed.
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May 22, 2026
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There is a level of immaturity that is sort of financially rewarded in my life
Comedian Nish Kumar chats to MARION McMULLEN about the joy of touring as he hits the road
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May 22, 2026
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GO RETRO WITH VW'S ID.POLO
Volkswagen has unveiled its much anticipated electric supermini, the ID.Polo, as part of a quartet of new EVs from the marque, sitting on the platform shared with the Cupra Raval, Skoda Epiq and Volkswagen ID.Cross.
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May 22, 2026
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Disused loos back on market
A DISUSED riverside toilet block in a pretty Cornwall village which sold for almost 10 times the original auction start price is back on the market - with planning consent and a £40,000-plus mark-up.
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May 22, 2026
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Germany's Chancellor urges EU to bring Ukraine into fold
GERMANY’S Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants the European Union to consider offering “associate membership” to Ukraine and breathe new life into talks aimed at ending more than four years of war with Russia, according to a letter seen by the Associated Press.
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May 22, 2026
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Major projects set to transform look of city’s skyline
THOSE of us who live or work in Exeter are going to see some major changes to the city we love in the coming years.
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May 22, 2026
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Flotilla activists deported after outrage at treatment
THE Israeli government has said that hundreds of flotilla activists who attempted to breach Israel's naval blockade of Gaza have all been released and deported, while outrage abroad over the activists’ treatment prompted several countries to summon Israeli envoys to hear their concerns.
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May 22, 2026
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I GOT WORLD CUP SNUB NEWS AS I WATCHED TV
DARREN BENT only discovered he'd been left out of England's squad for the World Cup in 2006 as he watched TV at his mum's house.
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May 22, 2026
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Nationwide sees rise in income
NATIONWIDE recorded a substantial rise in its annual income as the building society capitalised on growth in consumer lending and secured a larger slice of the mortgage market.
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May 22, 2026
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All aboard for paddle steamer's visit to region
THE world’s last surviving ocean-going paddle steamer is due to return to Plymouth for the bank holiday weekend.
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May 22, 2026
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Late Queen pushed for son Andrew’s international trade role
THE late Queen was “very keen” for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to take on a “prominent role in the promotion of national interests” before he was appointed trade envoy, newly released documents show.
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May 22, 2026
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Village pub fails to find new owners
A VICTORIAN village pub near South Molton, in Devon, could never return as ‘the local’ if planning consent is given to turn it into holiday accommodation.
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May 22, 2026
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Popular Haatem can make winning start at Goodwood
POPULAR performer Haatem can make a winning start to his season in the Goodwood Festival Stakes.
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May 22, 2026
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Police seize ‘£11k drugs haul’
MORE than £10,000 worth of cocaine has been taken off the streets in south Devon, after a police operation.
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May 22, 2026
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High hopes for record show
THE crowds came out with the sunshine on the first day of the Devon County Show yesterday.
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May 22, 2026
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Some like it hot and supersized
APPARENTLY Britain has more than 12,000 South Asian restaurants. Indeed that’s the very first fact we're presented with (there’s plenty more to come, trust me) in this lively one-off documentary.
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May 22, 2026
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Grecians delighted to keep hold of Cole but are braced for offers on prized asset
WHILE Exeter City had an option on the contract of Reece Cole to extend it for another year, there were concerns and questions over whether it would be triggered.
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May 22, 2026
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Devon’s Watkins pivotal on a glorious night in Europe for Villa
THE good times keep coming for Ollie Watkins as the former Exeter City striker played a key role in Aston Villa's Europa League success on Wednesday night.
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May 22, 2026
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Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
ONE day I’m going to look up at the roof of the Paignton Picture House and start singing a little song to myself.
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May 22, 2026
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Fifth of us think AI will result in civil unrest
Most people feel more fear than excitement over the advent of artificial intelligence, a survey claims. Aine Fox reports
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May 22, 2026
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VAT cut for attractions to help family finances
RACHEL Reeves has announced a cut in the rate of VAT on tickets for theme parks, zoos and museums from 20% to 5% over the summer holidays.
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May 22, 2026
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Public urged to take Big Rock Pool Challenge
Fun Bioblitz competition lets participants compete for points and help to build a clearer picture of UK marine biodiversity
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May 22, 2026
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MP calls for rethink over bingo closure
EXETER’S MP has urged entertainment firm Mecca to think again over plans to close its bingo hall in the city.
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May 22, 2026
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Call for action to ensure taps don't run dry
TAPS could run dry unless the Government takes action to shore up England’s water supply, amid the growing threat of droughts, a group of peers have warned.
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May 22, 2026
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Delivering lots of ups and downs...
POPPING up for an 11th series, this comedy-interview podcast actually has a strong format to wheedle secrets from celebrities: let's nose through your Amazon shopping history.
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May 22, 2026
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Labour 'clinging on to control' in city
EXETER’S Labour leader has been accused of blowing a chance to change the way the city is run in favour of ‘limping on’ as a minority administration.
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May 22, 2026
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Net migration figure plunges to 171,000
UK net migration dropped to an estimated 171,000 last year, the lowest level since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
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May 22, 2026
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Solar farm plan decision is deferred
She told councillors: “No one mentions that Penhale Farm is tenanted and these fourth generation tenants will be evicted if the application’s approved. It’s devastating for the family and will send a chill through hundreds of tenant farmers in Cornwall.
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May 22, 2026
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Murray feels back home after joining from Quins
Chiefs’ latest signing is a former Exeter University student and delighted to return
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