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Celebrities say 'Bottoms Up' to bowel cancer

Celebrities say 'Bottoms Up' to bowel cancer

Famous faces - and real-life stars - put their gladrags on for the glittering Light For Christie's charity ball.

One former patient, and guest of honour at the bash, tells of his gratitude to the doctors who helped save his life. Plus we bring you all the pictures from the star-studded party.


 

A supergran guide to keeping fit

A supergran guide to keeping fit

Ellen Kehoe proves you are never too old to try something new - looking good and feeling great at 82.

No return ticket...

WOULD you want a coffin in the shape of a railway carriage, a guitar or even a skip? How about a woodland burial?

 

School dinners with class

School dinners with class

Jamie Oliver campaigned for healthier new school dinners. But do they pass the taste test?
Step out in the city

Step out in the city

KEEPING fit doesn't have to cost. Just walking around Manchester can help. Charlene McAuley tries out a Blue Badge tour.

 

 
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