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honorary graduate at the University of Exeter yesterday (June 21) in recognition of his outstanding contribution to society. Which got us thinking, are there any other big name celebrities who have also achieved this award from the city's university?There are a number of well-known alumni's who attended the university including Harry Potter author JK Rowling, Zara Tindall and Dr Alex George. But what about those who have received an honorary award?Well, it turns out there are quite a few.

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Stormzy receives honorary degree from Exeter University

Stormzy has received an honorary degree from the University of Exeter. The rapper, real name Michael Omari Owuo Jr. , praised the "guts, grit and dedication" of students as he was awarded an honorary degree for his work to promote education and fight racial inequality on Tuesday.

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Who is BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay and has he replaced Dan Walker?

Dan Walker bid farewell to BBC Breakfast last month, many have questioned who will be stepping in as his replacement. The 45-year-old presenter confirmed he was leaving the flagship programme on April 4 – revealing he’s off to Channel 5. In a statement, he said: ‘I can’t wait to get stuck into the daily news show, but I am also excited about making some great new TV for Channel 5.

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Stormzy thanks mum in sweet message as he picks up honorary degree from Exeter University

Stormzy has paid tribute to his mother as he says he is ‘extremely blessed and grateful’ to receive an honorary degree from the University of Exeter. The musician received the honorary degree in recognition of his ‘outstanding achievement in the field of higher education, philanthropy and widening participation. ’During his graduation speech on Tuesday, he said people should ‘always share and support, uplift and help in whatever capacity we are able.

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Bishop of Manchester blasts government policy to send asylum seekers to Rwanda as a 'moral low'

The Bishop of Manchester has described the government's plan to deport failed asylum seekers to Rwanda as a 'moral low.'

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Ex-Carlisle star Craig Farrell dies aged 39 as tributes flood in from former clubs

Former Carlisle United and York City striker Craig Farrell has died at the age of 39.After spending his youth career with Middlesbrough and Leeds, Farrell initially joined Carlisle on a one-month loan in 2002 before signing a three-year deal with the club. During his time at Brunton Park he scored 24 goals in 95 appearances.The former England under-16 international, who made three appearances for his country at youth level, spent a year with Exeter City before joining York City, and went on to play for several other non-league clubs.

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Ex-West Ham ace is now music superstar who has performed with Stevie Wonder

West Ham United ace Gavin Holligan is now a music superstar who has performed alongside legendary icon Stevie Wonder.The London-born artist, 41, enjoyed a journeyman's career in professional football before mixing it up in non-league during the latter end of his playing days. Holligan turned down a music scholarship at university to focus on football and was picked up by West Ham for a £150k fee after impressing at local side Kingstonian.He made his debut in February 1999 away at Anfield, replacing Joe Cole as a late second-half substitute, as the Hammers claimed a vital 2-2 draw in their pursuit of Intertoto Cup qualification."It was a moment in time I will never forget," said Holligan, speaking to The Sun.

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Emily Andre says ‘we make each other laugh’ as she talks six-year marriage to Pete

Emily Andre has gushed she and her husband Peter Andre “still make each other laugh” as she opened up about their six-year marriage.The couple have been together for over 10 years and will celebrate seven years of marriage in July. And speaking exclusively to OK!, Emily says the pair relished in a recent evening alone together. Writing in her latest OK! column, Emily says: “We also made the most of him [Pete] having some free time between Grease shows and went to Alexander House hotel for his belated birthday present.

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ITV Beat The Chasers: Real life of Mark Labbett - split from second cousin, dropping 10 stone and reason behind 'The Beast' nickname

Mark Labbett has become one of the most popular faces in the game show world and fans of The Chase just can’t seem to get enough of him. One of the most sassy chasers, the Beast has had an exciting life, including his marriage to his second cousin, an incredible transformation and a shocking diabetes diagnosis.

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Bolton Wanderers' new League One rivals hit out as boss bound for Watford leaves

Bolton Wanderers fresh opponents for next season in the form of Forest Green Rovers have said they are 'disappointed' over the impending loss of boss Rob Edwards to Watford and claim that negotiations have taken place 'behind our backs'.

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Muse deliver fan favourites and rarities at charity Hammersmith show

Muse play the first of two special charity shows at London’s Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith. Check out photos, footage, the setlist and more below.The Devon rock trio announced the gigs back in March, with money raised at the first show donated to War Child and Médecins Sans Frontières‘ relief efforts in Ukraine.

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Muse debut new music at tiny comeback show in Exeter

Muse played an intimate comeback show in Devon tonight (April 7) – check out the full setlist below.The trio took to the stage at the 220-capacity Cavern Club in Exeter, where they’d performed early live gigs back in the 1990s. It’s located approximately 16 miles north of Matt Bellamy and co’s hometown of Teignmouth.According to Devon Live, Muse ran through a special 45-minute set as they filmed a new promotional video – presumably in relation to their upcoming ninth studio album, ‘Will Of The People’.Lucky attendees had entered a limited Seetickets ballot that subsequently notified those selected as to the venue’s whereabouts.

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Inside England rugby Henry Slade's home with outdoor cinema and indoor plant wall

England rugby player Henry Slade has given a glimpse inside his amazing home with their outdoor cinema and stunning plant wall. The 28 year old English rugby union player, from Plymouth, lives in Exeter with his stunning fiancée Megan Browse, who runs a unisex children's clothing brand, and their adorable one year old daughter Olive Margot. Henry, whose team is set to go up against France in the 2022 Six Nations Championship on Saturday 19 March, has given a peek inside their very modern home to his 213,000 Instagram followers.

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Manchester United player Nathan Bishop praised as 'brilliant' despite mistake for loan club

Mansfield Town manager Nigel Clough has hailed Manchester United loanee Nathan Bishop after his recent display in their win over Exeter City.

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Michael van Gerwen trolls Wayne Mardle and tries to send him into hysterics live on TV

Michael van Gerwen rounded off a sensational night in the Premier League by hilariously trolling Wayne Mardle live on TV. MVG was back to his brilliant best in Exeter as he picked up his first knockout win of the campaign.

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James Wade left petrified after being 'attacked by on-stage pyro' during darts walk-on

alarmingly close to the stage pyrotechnics in Exeter.The Machine walked past the crowd and approached his table - forgetting about the customary sparks that fly from the stage as the game is about to begin.Stepping back in horror, Wade luckily avoided the worst of the heat and even regrouped to see off the challenge of Gary Anderson and reach the semi-finals.Although pleased to see Wade was unharmed, Twitter users shared their amusement at his reaction to the fireworks - having been left baffled by them in the past.One fan wrote: "Every week James Wade gets done by the pyro."With a second adding: "James Wade will never learn when it comes up on that stage."A third continued: "James Wade getting hit by some sparks there has sent me."With a fourth saying: "James Wade and fireworks. Bad combo!" Who is your favourite current darts player? Let us know in the comments sectionA a fifth concluding: "James Wade burning his head again."Following those messages, there was also huge praise for his performance against Anderson, with the former two-time world champion being brushed off by Wade.One fan said: "James Wade's finishing has been mint!"And a second adding: "James Wade doing James Wade things, solid 90 plus average with a 140 plus checkout beating Gary Anderson." Wade, who has been on the tour since way back in 2004, often hits the headlines - from dating Helen Chamberlain and being compared to Kevin Keegan.

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Peter Andre shares son's plans for job to be 'like Mummy'

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Mecca unveils star-studded RuPaul's Drag Race bingo - here's how to get half price tickets

Bingo has never seen anything like it.

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Peter Andre fans shocked after singer shares photo of 'lookalike son' Junior but some fans think he looks more like mum Katie Price

Get the latest celebrity and TV news in your inbox. It only takes a few seconds! Click here . The image of Junior has prompted many of Peter's fans to comment on his post.

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Horse racing results LIVE plus tips and best bets for Exeter, Southwell and Punchestown

We’ve got three meetings to enjoy in our Sunday service with live action and Cheltenham Festival clues aplenty from Exeter and Punchestown plus able support from the all weather at Southwell.

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Bloke accuses driver of ‘endangering his wife’s life’ by parking in front of his drive

driver of endangering his wife’s life by parking his car in front of their drive. The elderly man from Exeter, Devon, left an angry note on the Mini which reportedly belonged to a school-run parent and was parked outside his drive for at least six hours.

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Tipping point viewers distracted by 'hot' doctor contestant as he wins jackpot

Tipping Point fans couldn't contain their excitement when a handsome young doctor appeared on the game show.Viewers of the popular ITV quiz show were stunned when medic Harry joined the hopefuls looking to win a cash prize on Thursday (January 20).Harry also caught the eye of some viewers thanks to his dashing looks as they hoped to sample his bedside manner.The medical expert cruised all the way to the final as he admitted to host Ben Shephard he was hoping to use his winnings to buy furniture and a TV for his new house with fiancée Ella.Harry took the plunge and gambled his chance for £3,250 by taking the trade in hope of winning the jackpot as the needed counter teetered on the edge.And the brave move paid off as he bagged himself the £10,000 top prize on the second counter release.Harry also picked up a break to Cornwall, and picnic concert tickets as a reward for his skilled gameplay on the show.And viewers couldn't get enough of it as they took to Twitter to swoon over the Exeter based contestant.One wrote: "I need a doctor (actually ill) and I would like this one from Exeter unless he passes."Another added: "Doctor Harry could come at me from the left!! Love."A third continued: "This hot Doctor on Tipping point has given me a temperature already. Does he do home visits?"Meanwhile, other viewers just saw the funny side to seeing a doctor at all as they joked about restrictions on appointments due to the Covid-19 pandemic.One posted: "A doctor on Tipping Point when Ben asks the question he will get the answer in a couple of hours by phone."A second wrote: "So that's what a doctor looks like."A third tweeted: "Harry the Doctor is through, if he wins the £10k...

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Peter Andre forced to rethink anniversary plans as wife Emily 'won't go abroad without kids'

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John Morgan dead: The Wurzels drummer dies aged 80 after contracting Covid on tour

Ben Affleck explains recent Jennifer Garner comments after backlash[LATEST]Strictly star Jamie Laing announces engagement hours before show final[TV]Jeremy Vine addresses 'massive' rows on Channel 5 show[EXCLUSIVE]The Wurzels have two more gigs scheduled this week, in Exeter and Somerset.A spokesperson for Watchet Music Festival, which The Wurzels regularly played at, told The Mirror: "We are all sad to hear the news that The Wurzels drummer John Morgan has sadly passed away."John has always been a big supporter of Watchet festival, our thoughts are with his family, and the other band members."RIP John and thank you for being a true down to earth person, you will be greatly missed."The band were previously forced into retirement brought on

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Speedboat killer's months on the run after Tinder date died in horror Thames crash

Speedboat killer' and his desperate run from the law is one that gripped the nation for years.Jack Shepherd, 32, from Exeter, Devon, was discovered living in Georgia in 2019 – nearly four years after his involvement in a dramatic story of a Tinder date turned deadly.He had taken Charlotte Brown, 24, for a ride in a speedboat on the River Thames in December 2015 after the pair went for a meal at The Shard.But that night took an awful turn when the boat, which was later found to be defective, hit a submerged tree and threw them both into the freezing water only moments after he had handed her the controls.Shepherd was rescued from the water, but his date Ms Brown was found unconscious and unresponsive and died soon afterwards.Not long after,

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Overweight cop told to 'stop drinking gallons of Coca-Cola' wins £10,000 payout

detective has won a £10,000 payout after a colleague "humiliated" her by suggesting she stopped "drinking gallons of coke".Overweight Detective Constable Kerry Moth, 46, attributes her size to medication for fibromyalgia, a condition that leads to widespread pain and extreme tiredness.

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Livingston defender Tom Parkes confident Lions can continue unbeaten run against Rangers

Livingston defender Tom Parkes admits the rigours of Scottish football ‘knocked him for ten’ as he targets a knockout blow against Rangers.

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FA Cup first round match declared null and void after winning side use extra substitute

FA Cup first round replay between Exeter City and Bradford City has been declared null and void after the former used an extra substitute.

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Tesco shopper thrown out for using £100 cash to pay £60 bill wins £5,000 compensation

A man who was thrown out of Tesco for using a rare form of payment to pay a £60 bill has received police compensation..

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Depraved pub landlord accused of woman's sex role play death took overdose in jail

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!A depraved pub landlord accused of playing a role in a women's sex role-play death died of an overdose in jail.Jerome Dangar was being investigated over the death of sex cam girl Hope Barden who died while performing for him during an online bondage session.Dangar, who was accused of manslaughter, had paid the 21-year-old graduate to take part in the session and failed to call for assistance even though he could see she was in distress, StokeonTrentLive reports.He was in HMP Dartmoor, Devon, after being jailed in January 2019 for possession of extreme pornography.

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Love Island star Faye Winter wants old job back after turbulent villa stint

all the latest gossip from the villa straight to your inbox with our Love Island newsletterLove Island finalist Faye Winter has asked her previous employer for her job back as she's not accustomed to the influencer lifestyle.The brunette bombshell, who came third place alongside her partner Teddy Soares worked as a lettings agent in Exeter before entering the popular ITV show.But although her life has changed dramatically in the last few weeks, the star has confessed that she longs to return to her old life.Daily Star have contacted Faye's employer for comment, however her manager was away on holiday at the time.Despite racking up the followers on Instagram and being signed to talent management company, Faye, 26, has confessed she's not

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Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth pays Pep Guardiola the ultimate compliment ahead of Man City clash

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There are over 8,700 abandoned chain shops in Britain. What next for our high street?

Local Data Company on behalf of accountancy firm PwC have revealed.It’s a sobering statistic – that’s nearly 50 shops a day - and we’ve seen it play out before our very eyes; former Debenhams, John Lewis and Topshop stores now sit empty from Sheffield to Exeter, without new tenants to breathe life back into them.It would seem that the brutal combination of the pandemic and the so-called ‘Retail Apocalypse’ (a phrase that refers to the effect of internet shopping on brick-and-mortar stores and shopping malls) continues to wreak havoc on our high streets. Surely it won’t be long before the only tenants left are coffee shops and estate agents?Not so fast, pessimists.

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Inside Love Island's Faye's celebrations with Teddy as she hits 1 million followers

Love Island's Teddy Soares has given a glimpse inside his celebratory meal with Faye Winter after she hit 1 million Instagram followers. The 26 year old, who shared footage of himself surprising girlfriend Faye as he turned up to her house in Devon at 1am, celebrated with his gorgeous other half at The Ivy in Exeter.

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'Call it English University Challenge' Glaswegians baffled after TV contestants fail to identify Scottish city

Glaswegians were left stunned after University Challenge failed to pinpoint their beloved city’s iconic skyline. Top students from universities in Exeter and Manchester were shown a photo of Scotland’s largest city in a picture round question.

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Mel C flashes her toned abs in cropped top at Victorious Festival

Melanie C put on an energetic display as she took to the stage on day three of Victorious Festival in Portsmouth on Sunday. The Spice Girl, 47, brought some flare to the event in a pair of red fringed trousers and a cropped white vest top typical of her Sporty Spice persona.

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Faye and Teddy will move in together after Love Island – under one condition

LOVE Island finalists Faye Winter and Teddy Soares WILL move in together after the show - but under one condition. The 26-year-old estate agent has revealed that while she is happy to live with her partner, she will want to return to the country for a few nights a week.

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Police want to speak with this man after trouble at Bolton Wanderers promotion match

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Budget supermarket dubbed 'Russian Lidl' sets opening date for first UK store

The Grocer: “On 14 August we will be glad to present our new retail model: a real hard discounter, with no shelves, no service, no convenience, just the lowest prices.” More Mere stores are in the works too – including two in Wales.There are plans to open branches in Mold and Caldicot this year, as well as Castleford in the north of England.Other potential sites are in: Devon, Stockport, Neath, Banbury, Selby, Bradford, Middlesbrough, Grantham, Kettering, Plymouth, Beckenham, Gloucester, Northampton, Cardiff, Oswestry, Barnsley, Sheffield, Exeter, Stretford, Southampton, south Scotland and Wales.Mere, known as Svetofor in Russia, has more than 3,200 stores internationally.It has been serving customers in Europe since 2018 with supermarkets

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Doctor claims mass testing pilot study 'missed 60% of people who had active Covid'

A doctor appearing on Good Morning Britain on Friday claimed that a recent mass testing pilot study 'missed 60 percent of people who had active Covid'.

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Ronan Darcy told how to feature regularly for Bolton and the Leeds United trait Wanderers show

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Sign our open letter for Bank Holiday to celebrate England's Euro 2020 heroics

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Enter Shikari announce new live film and UK warm-up shows

Enter Shikari have announced plans for a new live film.‘Live At Vada’, was filmed recently at Vada Studios where the band recorded their last album ‘Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible‘ and features live tracks from that record and some rarities.It will be available to view for free on July 16 and there will be four different showings on the day depending on the location which include London, New York, Los Angeles & Sydney.You can view a trailer for the film below and tickets are available here.The band are set to hit the road for a series of UK dates in December and they’ve now announced four warm up shows ahead of the jaunt in November, taking in Exeter, Northampton, Brighton and Bexhill.Tickets for the shows go on general sale this

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Bradley Walsh laughs so hard on The Chase he is unable to finish his question after contestant’s hilarious answer

BRADLEY Walsh laughed so hard on The Chase he was unable to finish his question after a contestant's hilarious answer. Wednesday's edition of the ITV quiz show saw Paul from Exeter step up for the final Cash Builder of the programme.

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Serial flasher drove around naked with blow up doll in passenger seat

flasher drove with an inflatable sex doll in the passenger seat of his car, a court heard.A man saw Shane Turner, 50, was wearing a little black dress then nothing at all when he passed him again in his Ford Ka.The witness was among a group who saw the naked man turn into a school car park weeks later in January, Plymouth Crown Court heard.Turner denied breaching a court order he got after a terrifying campaign of exposing himself to lone women at night in Exeter – sometimes by a graveyard, PlymouthLive reports.But a jury found him guilty by a unanimous verdict of breaching the 2016 Sexual Harm Prevention Order after a four-day trial.The conviction relates to the second incident outside Tavistock Primary and Nursery School on January 9 last

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