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After his battle with the bulge led to him having gastric bypass surgery in 2002, Al Roker has declared there is no “shame” in the rising trend of taking weight loss drugs.
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The TelegraphI lost 100 pounds when I became a dad
Becoming a dad was a turning point for me. Watching my daughter, just 18-months old, I couldn’t help but think about our future together. I wanted to be there for her, to run and play without the burden of being out of shape holding me back. I was 128kg; something needed to change if I wanted to be around for her as long as possible.
- Daily Record
People left stunned as they realise what the olive oil bottle tab is really for
People are being left gobsmacked by this 'life-changing' hack that helps you pour olive oil so much easier and it will also save you money.
- Daily Record
'I ended my marriage over my husband's affair - then I found out the shocking truth'
A devastated woman shared her desire to rekindle the marriage after finding out what really happened.
- Birmingham Live
James Martin vows top Brum chef 'won't appear on Saturday Morning again' after blunder
Birmingham's Michelin Star restaurant owner Glynn Purnell made his first appearance on the ITV show - and it didn't go quite to plan
- The Argus
Police warning to passengers parking at Gatwick airport
Police have issued a warning to passengers planning to park at Gatwick airport.
- Daily Record
Man with obscene tattoo has 'no regrets' despite police ordering him to cover up
Richard Hart, 60, designed the controversial tattoo himself, which depicts a naked woman spreading her legs from his chest down to his midriff.
- Manchester Evening News
Jealous student recruited friends to kidnap woman and drive her to secluded woodland before attacking her
The gang wept in the dock as footage of their horrific crimes was shown in court
- Liverpool Echo
Amanda Holden's racy Britain's Got Talent dress that broke Ofcom complaints record
The Britain's Got Talent star, 53, has pushed the boundaries many times over the years
- Daily Record
Gardener's three ingredient homemade 'weed killer' spray stops them returning for good
Weeds can be a real pain to get rid of, but one woman has shared a homemade weed killer that uses just three common household items - and it will stop them from coming back.
- Birmingham Live
ITV News at Ten pulled from air after Rageh Omaar 'falls ill in disturbing live scenes'
The presenter, 56, needed medical care following the live broadcast
- Chronicle Live
Britain's Got Talent fans rumble 'Batman' identity as act wows judges
The Dark Hero - who sang a cover of Wicked's Defying Gravity - impressed the judges and studio audience with his voice and quirky get-up while being suspended above the stage on wires.
- Birmingham Live
Princess Charlotte's adorable nickname that her school friends call her
Her moniker is a nod to the titles her parents were given by King Charles when the Queen died
- OK! Magazine
Kate Middleton 'asked to spell name differently' by Charles and Camilla
The Princess of Wales is known widely by her nickname Kate, but her real name is of course Catherine - and it seems this once caused a clash with her father-in-law King Charles
- Evening Standard
'If I speak': Mohamed Salah in shock statement about Jurgen Klopp bust-up after Liverpool draw
The Liverpool star has amped up tensions after a heated touchline argument with his manager
- Birmingham Live
Weather expert reveals when heatwave will hit UK as 'scorching hot temperatures' predicted
Climbing temperatures 'well into the 30s' are expected
- SWNS
CCTV shows machete thug raiding shop before being locked inside by hero shopkeeper
Dramatic CCTV footage shows the moment a machete thug tried to rob a store - before being trapped inside by a have-a-go hero shopkeeper and brave passers-by. The knifeman was caught on camera storming into Taas Express with another armed accomplice in Smethwick, West Mids., on April 18. Shocking video shows him demanding "we're going to stab you up, give me the f***ing money" while his pal begins helping himself to items from the shelves. However, a quick-thinking staff member leaps around the counter - smashing wine on the floor in a bid to slow down the crooks - and out of the store before pulling the door tightly shut behind. The balaclava-clad offender then proceeds to smash the door windows with his weapon while members of the public also help thwart his escape.
- Manchester Evening News
Rolling Stones star Bill Wyman's life now as he shares reason for leaving band
The Rolling Stones are set to embark on a 19-date US tour this weekend, but former bassist Bill Wyman says he wouldn't swap places with them for the world
- Birmingham Live
Kaleb Cooper vows to leave Clarkson's Farm and says 'doing everything possible'
Kaleb, 25, has become a big star of the show since it first aired in 2021
- Birmingham Live
Mum, 36, dies after suddenly becoming extremely tired and falling asleep on the sofa
Eileen Azzopardi's six children have been left devastated over her death
- Daily Record
Prince Harry confirmed to return to the UK soon 'without Meghan'
The Duke of Sussex will be returning to the UK shortly, but without Meghan Markle.