Brits' Most Ridiculous Purchases, From £550 Zorb Balls
Metro readers share their most absurd buys, from a £550 Zorb ball to fake celebrity photos. Discover the hilarious and costly lessons learned from Boxing Day sale madness.
Metro readers share their most absurd buys, from a £550 Zorb ball to fake celebrity photos. Discover the hilarious and costly lessons learned from Boxing Day sale madness.
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New court documents detail NSW police allegations against the Bondi attackers, including an undetonated 'tennis ball bomb' and an Islamic State-inspired video manifesto. Read the full report.
Michaela Benthaus, an engineer paralysed in a bike accident, made history as the first wheelchair user to reach the edge of space on a Blue Origin flight. Read her inspiring story.
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Former Blue Peter presenter Janet Ellis, 70, discusses her new role as Humanists UK president, single motherhood, losing her husband, and her lifelong godlessness. Read her candid interview.
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Adult performer Bonnie Blue detained in Bali for alleged porn production during Schoolies week. Police seized her 'Bangbus' truck and other items. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
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Steve Smith reveals why he's wearing anti-glare tape under his eyes for the Ashes day-night Test. Discover the science and the Shivnarine Chanderpaul advice behind his unique look.
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