Computer says: ‘Yes, sir!’ – Scientists invent way to make rude emails a thing of the past

SCIENTISTS have invented the world's politest computer - and it can turn even the rudest email from a nasty boss into a kindly message.

Researchers...

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The cat that came home after 12 years – here’s what to do if your moggy ever goes missing

HERE'S a story that will delight anybody who's ever contemplated the heartache of a beloved pet going missing.

When a...

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Good news ahead? Why the economic impact of Covid-19 may not be as bad as feared

It seems that every day another news report predicts financial meltdown. Yet there is evidence the economy may bounce back sooner than expected. Here, The Cheerful Times explains...

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The ultimate sunscreen? UK scientists launch £3.75m bid to predict the weather in space!

IT'S nice to know that we can all sleep safe and sound whilst scientists beaver away to prevent us from being frazzled by the sun.

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Dog falls in love with kitten! Watch first 5 seconds of this video and you’ll be hooked…

A GENTLE golden retriever has become a huge hit on the internet after forming a heart-touching friendship with a small ginger kitten.

An amazing clip...

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Migraine help? Try wearing tinted glasses, says new research by UK universities

HERE'S some positive news for people who experience migraines - new research suggests that wearing tinted glasses may be a big help.

Experts have long...

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Peter Andre tells children’s charity: “My dad wanted me to be an architect!”

SINGER Peter Andre joined families for a video call at a children's charity ... and confessed that he nearly became an architect instead of a musician.

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Beam me up potty! NASA spends £18.4m on the most expensive toilet in history

HUMANKIND will soon be able to boldly go to the loo like never before - on a new space toilet developed by NASA at a cost of £18.4MILLION.

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Calling all Manchester United fans: Is there a retro football fortune in your cupboard?

MAN United have always conjured up respect and rivalry in equal measure - but now the club could also be your ticket to scoring some spare cash.

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The dinosaur from Down Under: scientists discover new evidence of ‘Australian T-Rex’

SCIENTISTS have discovered evidence of a huge carnivorous dinosaur that was 10 metres in length and roamed the swamps of Australia.

The giant predator is...

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It might be load of crap – but a tin full of artist’s poo sold for £220,000 at Sotheby’s!

A WORK of art made from a tin can which a top artist claimed was filled with his own poo was sold at an auction for over £220,000.

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Telly bosses rule out return for Dusty Bin on Alan Carr show – but here’s a clip anyway!

TELLY bosses have ruled out a comeback for 80s icon Dusty Bin in hit new ITV series Alan Carr's Epic Gameshow - but here's a great clip you...

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Extra-terrestrial life could exist on 36 planets, says study by University of Nottingham

ET is alive and well and ready to phone home! Extra-terrestrial life could exist on more than 30 planets within the Milky Way, according to a new study.

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‘Ta ta, my dear loving wife’ – Titanic victim’s heart-touching last letter to wife is revealed

A HEART-TOUCHING letter from a steward on board the Titanic to his beloved wife is among a collection of items expected to fetch around £18,000 at auction. 

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Elton John named as ‘Cheerful Champion’ for helping an old flame who was in pain

HERE at The Cheerful Times we know a good bloke when we see one - which is why we're today naming Elton John as one of our Cheerful...

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Feeling thirsty? Cocktail brand MONIN offers free mixology masterclasses during lockdown

HERE'S a great way to brighten up your day with a delicious cool cocktail on those long hot days during the lockdown.

Drinks experts at...

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Prehistoric pooch lived alongside early humans during the Ice Age, according to scientists

SCIENTISTS have unearthed the fossilised remains of a prehistoric pooch that lived alongside early humans during the Ice Age.

The findings are strong evidence that...

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New ‘focal therapy’ is a game-changer for prostate cancer patients, says Prost8 charity

A NEW treatment for prostate cancer in men has been hailed as a game changer by a UK charity.  

Focal therapy - also known...

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Dog owners say lockdown has brought them closer to their four-legged friends

NEARLY two thirds of dog owners say they have become closer to their four-legged friends during the coronavirus lockdown, according to a survey.

The poll...

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Yours for £60m … the private island in the Caribbean with A-List celebrity neighbours

A PRIVATE island in the Bahamas situated amid a celebrity paradise loved by Hollywood A-listers is for sale for £60million.

The magnificent 700-acre Blue Island...

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The Queen ‘is a secret West Ham fan’ (… or so we’re reliably told)!

THE Queen is a secret West Ham fan but maintains a dignified silence in public to avoid showing favouritism, according to a respected news archive. 

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Britain’s most cheerful painting! ‘Happy artist’ raises £150k for NHS

TAKE a good look at these cuddly dogs dancing with glee in front of a rainbow - it's officially Britain's most cheerful painting!

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‘Some sweet day, I’ll make her mine… pretty flamingo!’ – The birds that bond for life

FLAMINGOS form close bonds with one another that include entering into "marriages" and gay relationships, according to scientists.

The beautiful water birds enjoy stable friendships...

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Dine of Duty: Fan accuses TV cop of looking fat on screen!

LINE of Duty star Adrian Dunbar - who plays Superintendent Ted Hastings in the hit BBC crime drama - received a blunt reaction from a fan whilst he...

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Is there wife on Mars? Woman’s mission to live rest of life on red planet as hubby stays home

A WOMAN has been shortlisted for a scientific mission that while see her live out the rest of her life on Mars – while her supportive husband stays at home...

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How the humble fruit fly could help scientists develop revolutionary treatment for cancer

SCIENTISTS believe a gene from the humble fruit fly could hold the key to developing a revolutionary new treatment for cancer.

The tiny insect – one of nature’s most...

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Healthy Loving! The new nasal gel that could boost a woman’s sex life with no side effects

Men have might have Viagra ... but now it seems that women could have their very own new drug that can boost their enjoyment in the bedroom. A nasal gel developed...

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Great news for slimmers: dark chocolate is not only good for you, but it helps fight obesity

There have been various news reports over the years about dark chocolate being good for you, from warding off heart disease to various types of cancer. However, a recent study shows...

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We need an ambulance! 10-year-old girl saves her dad’s life with video on Facebook

A BRAVE schoolgirl has been hailed as a little heroine after posting a video on Facebook that saved her dad’s life. Quick-thinking Brianna Vance, 10, was distraught when a huge tree...

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It’s The Defarted! 10 funny posters for spoof movies that will make you laugh

HERE'S ten great posters for spoof movies that are guaranteed make you chuckle. Whether you're a fan of cult comedies like The Wedding Crashers or classic thrillers like Jaws, there's something...

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My eyes are fine but these spectacles are a bit ruff! 10 Funny photos of dogs wearing glasses

THESE cute canines sure look the part when they're wearing spectacles! The Cheerful Times has put together a gallery of fun photos of dogs modelling glasses. As you can see, man's...

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She’s a diva, Jim – but not as we know her! See Joan Collins as she appeared in Star Trek

CAPTAIN Kirk gets hot under the collar as Hollywood diva Joan Collins makes an appearance in a little-known episode of Star Trek. Fans of the cult TV series saw the actress...

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Can scientists really clone real-life Ice Age creature after discovering frozen mammoth blood?

SCIENTISTS may be able to clone a pre-historic animal like those portrayed in hit move Ice Age after discovering blood in the carcass of a frozen woolly mammoth. An expedition led...

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Just look at you now! The beautiful baby boy recovering after being flushed down the loo

A BABY boy is recovering in hospital after being rescued from a waste pipe in China. The two day old mite had to be rescued by firemen after he became trapped...

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Murder Most Fun! The Cheerful Times kills some time at a murder mystery evening

LOOKING for a intriguing way to kill some time when you go away? Then how about booking a package deal that includes bed, breakfast and an evening of MURDER! That's exactly...

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