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Daily Mirror: Pride of Britain 2025 Media Partner

The Daily Mirror triumphs as official media partner for Pride of Britain 2025, continuing its legacy of celebrating extraordinary ordinary people across the UK with emotional ceremonies and prime-time ITV coverage.

Pushy Parents: Youth Sports' Biggest Problem

Leading sports psychologists warn that overbearing parental behaviour is becoming the primary obstacle to children's athletic development and enjoyment in UK sports.

Ex-QPR star, 73, completes New York Marathon

Ex-footballer Tony Hazell completes New York Marathon at 73, proving age is just a number in this remarkable sporting achievement that's inspiring athletes worldwide.

Pride of Britain 2024: Meet the Regional Heroes

Discover the heartwarming stories of the 2024 Pride of Britain regional winners, from life-saving children to community champions, as they await the national awards ceremony.

Sprinter races with gout at World Championships in Tokyo

In an astonishing display of determination, Australian sprinter Alex Beck competes in the World Athletics Championships 200m heats just days after a severe gout diagnosis, drawing inspiration from Usain Bolt's legacy.

Katie Piper's Shocking Loose Women Confession

Loose Women panellist Katie Piper delivers a powerful and emotional revelation on the ITV show, detailing the immense pressure she faced to conceal her scars and her journey to embracing her true self.

Afghan Women Refugees: Football's Healing Power

Exclusive: Afghan women refugees reveal how football transformed their lives, providing purpose and community after fleeing Taliban rule. Their inspiring journey from trauma to triumph.

Woman's pet 'cat' for 18 months was actually a wild animal

A UK woman lived with an astonishing secret for a year and a half after discovering the 'cat' she adored was not a feline at all, but a wild animal. The hilarious yet heartwarming mix-up was only uncovered during a routine vet visit.

Dad defies paralysis to walk again after broken neck

In an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, father-of-two Chris Barr from Ayrshire defies medical odds, learning to walk again after a catastrophic accident left him paralysed from the neck down. Discover his incredible journey of recovery and the power of un

Teen's 13-Inch Growth After Agonising Surgery

Exclusive interview with the British teen who underwent groundbreaking but agonising limb-lengthening surgery to correct a rare condition, gaining over a foot in height and a new lease on life.

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