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Esther Garrity, 26, from Middlesbrough, thought she could handle her boyfriend’s temper tantrums...

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All around was snowy and frozen – yet someone was making Maria’s heart melt

Our latest fiction writing competition asked entrants to pen a love story, and we found find three romantic tales which we’re sure you’ll enjoy over the next few pages. Congratulations to Daniel Taylor with The Clockmaker’s Valentine , which you can read overleaf, along with two runners-up. Plus on page 58, find out details about our next themed short story competition...

Trying to overhaul your fitness and wellbeing, whether through an exciting new workout or finally getting on top of those sleepless nights, can often feel like a minefield. With so much out there, it

Could footage on a mobile phone help catch the brutal killer of two young girls?