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LifestyleAOLDad says his baby could stand when she was just 8 weeks old
Article and video from SWNS A dad says his baby learned to stand at just eight weeks - after she was inspired by watching him view strongman clips on YouTube. Tezra Finn-Johnston, 31, and girlfriend Emily Derrick, 23, first noticed their
NewsAOLCar swerves off motorway and slams into vehicle that slid moments earlier
Footage has emerged of an incident from November 2019 where a motorist slid off the M5 and collided with another vehicle that had done the same thing moments earlier. The clip shows the car, which was driving near Bristol, aquaplaning and
NewsAOLJewish woman turns 101 and reveals she once lived next door to Hitler
A Jewish woman living in Britain has turned 101 - and revealed she once lived next door to Adolf Hitler. Alice Frank Stock spent years living in the same apartment block as the Nazi dictator while growing up in Germany during the 1920s and 1930s.
LifestyleAOLBristol's most spectacular Christmas lights have made a dazzling return
It's that time of year again, where some homeowners deck the bows and string up countless lights, to the delight or despair of their neighbours. But Bristol's most spectacular Christmas lights have made a dazzling return, after
EntertainmentYahoo Style UKA weekend in Bristol: Where to stay, where to eat and what to do
From Banksy street art tours to Michelin-starred restaurants, here's how to explore the lively town of Bristol
HealthAOLMan walks down the road with tiny shed on his head
This bizarre sight in Bristol was filmed by an astonished onlooker. The man had a miniature wooden shed on his head with disco lights under the eaves and fire blasting out of the chimney in time to the music. Edward Jenkins, 35, was out for a
NewsAOLSuspected fraudsters caught on CCTV leaving fake charity bin
Suspected fraudsters have been caught on CCTV leaving a fake charity clothes collection bin outside a parade of shops. The green collection bin, displaying a poster that reads: "We love to recycle clothes and shoes", was dropped off
NewsYahoo Style UKNaked dining is the next hottest trend to hit the country
Well, it certainly makes a nice change from Nando's.
NewsAOLBusinessman fakes accident in a bid to buy private number plate
The director of an accident claims firm has been convicted of unlawfully obtaining personal data, after reporting a fake crash to police so he could attempt to buy a personalised number plate. Miles Savory, from Bristol, took a fancy to the number
NewsAOLThese are the rising holiday hotspots for 2018
Never mind Christmas, are you more concerned about planning your 2018 getaway? Yep, we hear you. Well, these are the holiday hotspots that are increasing in popularity but decreasing in flight price. The travel experts at Skyscanner have released
LifestyleAOLWin! A culture-packed twin city break to Bristol and Bath
THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED With just 13 miles and a 12-minute train journey separating Bristol and Bath, you can enjoy both cities on one short break. Each city has its own distinctive feel; while Bristol is centred around its lively
SportAOLShocking moment cyclist punches a driver following a collision
A cyclist has been caught on camera assaulting another driver. The incident happened in an apparent outburst of road rage between a cyclist and a Mazda MX-5 that pulled out in front of the cyclist - causing a
LifestyleAOLScorching weather sees Barons auction off more than 66 classic cars
Barons auction last week at Sandown Park saw some amazing barn finds being sold off along with lots of other classic cars. One of the most notable lots was a 1954 Jaguar XK140. This early car is a fixed-head coupe and was originally bought in 1979
LifestyleAOLSeven southern destinations ideal for day tripping
Southern England is heart-stoppingly beautiful - rolling green hills, long stretches of sandy beaches and historic cities, all waiting to be explored. Nothing beats a day away from normal life in a whole new place to relax and recharge. So why not
NewsAOLCCTV shows gang of 'jealous and racist' men vandalising BMW
Three hooded men vandalising a parked BMW have been caught on CCTV. Footage captured two separate incidents of vandalism in Withywood, Bristol, which are believed to have been carried out by the same men each time. In the first, one man can be
NewsAOLThe best place to live in Britain revealed
Bristol is the top place to live in the UK, according to the Sunday Times Best Places To Live Guide 2017. The city, in South West England, was revealed as Britain's most desirable location thanks to its opportunities in "creative,
LifestyleAOLWin! A weekend escape in Bristol
THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED We've teamed up with Radisson Blu Hotel to offer you a relaxing weekend stay at the iconic hotel in the heart of Bristol. The winner will receive two nights' accommodation for two people and enjoy a
LifestyleAOL20-year-old Volkswagen apprentice becomes master technician in just one year
Harry Garraway joined Heritage Volkswagen Van Centre Bristol three and a half years ago. After completing his apprenticeship at the end of 2015, he went on to become a qualified technician in March this year. Now, just nine months later, he has
NewsAOLNaked man filmed dancing on police car near Bristol
A man has been filmed dancing and performing yoga on a police car – while totally naked. The bizarre incident was captured on film by a passer-by in St Agnes, near Bristol in August, but the video has only just come to
NewsAOLCommunity tries to stop eviction of mum who has been in home for 12 years
Nimo Abdullahi, a 39-year-old mum of five, was protected by her neighbours in Easton, Bristol, who formed a human chain around her home in an effort to stop her being evicted. Nimo was told she would have to leave the rented property she has
NewsAOLLabour loses council without an election
Labour officials have suspended three councillors in Bristol - and cost the party its majority on the city council. The purge of thousands of Jeremy Corbyn supporters by the party's NEC has been seen as an attempt to boost Owen Smith's
NewsAOLBirmingham voted worst city to drive in
Birmingham has been named the worst city to drive in by British drivers in a survey conducted by VoucherCodesPro.co.uk. The West Midland city beat London and Bristol to the top of the list, with drivers citing problems such as the Gravelly Hill
NewsAOLBristol reveals the Bullet, its first car in more than a decade
Luxury British manufacturer Bristol Cars has returned with a new model called the Bullet. The handmade two-seater has been built to celebrate the company's 70th birthday, and is the first car it has produced in over a
NewsAOLWhy does this city smell of vinegar?
An English city council has taken rather drastic (and smelly) measures to ensure their city centre is free of weeds. Bristol Council has been using vinegar as a natural weedkiller - but residents aren't happy about it because it's
LifestyleAOLBritain's best luxury hotels under £100 a night
A luxury holiday in the UK doesn't have to break the bank. Whether you want to escape to the idyllic Cotswolds or spend a stylish weekend in London, we've found the best of affordable luxury at these British hotels that cost less than