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Jess Molyneux
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Audience Producer for BBC Bitesize | Former senior reporter for Liverpool ECHO covering nostalgia

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When is the King's speech on Christmas Day and why is it tradition?

A closer look at the history of the Royal Christmas message 🎄

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Royal Christmas speech: When is it and why is it tradition? - BBC Bitesize
This BBC Bitesize article takes a closer look at the Royal Christmas message, why the Christmas speech is a tradition and when it takes place each year.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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10 fun facts about Northern Ireland ⭐

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Fun facts about Northern Ireland you might not know - BBC Bitesize
Think you know-it-all when it comes to Northern Irish trivia? Read this article to find out fun and interesting facts about Scotland and its history.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Quiz: Are you a Santa or a Scrooge?
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Quiz: Are you a Scrooge or a Santa and why do we celebrate Christmas - BBC Bitesize
Are you a Santa or a Scrooge? Take BBC Bitesize's festive personality quiz to find out and learn more about the history of Christmas and Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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What is a saint? BBC Bitesize takes a closer look what it means to be a saint and who the patrons saints of the UK are ✨

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What is a saint and which ones are the patrons of the UK? - BBC Bitesize
This BBC Bitesize article breaks down what a saint is, how figures become saints and takes a closer look at the UK's four patron saints
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November 25, 2025 at 7:53 AM
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Quiz: Are you Elphaba or Glinda?

A fun quiz ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good 💚🩷

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Quiz: Are you Elphaba or Glinda and when is Wicked for Good released - BBC Bitesize
Are you Elphaba or Glinda? Take BBC Bitesize's Wicked personality quiz to find out and learn more about the themes of the hit musical and films
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November 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Quiz: Are you Elphaba or Glinda?

A fun quiz ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good 💚🩷

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Quiz: Are you Elphaba or Glinda and when is Wicked for Good released - BBC Bitesize
Are you Elphaba or Glinda? Take BBC Bitesize's Wicked personality quiz to find out and learn more about the themes of the hit musical and films
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November 20, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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What is the oldest tree in the world?

It's stood the test of time🌳🌳🌳

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What is the world's oldest tree and why has it lived so long? - BBC Bitesize
This BBC Bitesize article takes a closer look at the oldest tree in the world, how the ancient species has lasted so long and why it has long been protected.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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What are the Seven Wonders of the World?🌍🌍🌍

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All you need to know about the Seven Wonders of the World - BBC Bitesize
Take a closer look at the New Seven Wonders of the World and what makes them some of the most famous and historically important landmarks on Earth.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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What are the Seven Wonders of the World?

Millions visit the New Seven Wonders of the World every year🌎 @bbcbitesize

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All you need to know about the Seven Wonders of the World - BBC Bitesize
Take a closer look at the New Seven Wonders of the World and what makes them some of the most famous and historically important landmarks on Earth.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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From Shakespeare to Swift, who is Ophelia?

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From Shakespeare to Swift: Who is Ophelia? - BBC Bitesize
This BBC Bitesize article breaks down William Shakespeare's Ophelia from Hamlet and how the character has had a resurgence in pop culture through Taylor Swift
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November 14, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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When is Black Friday and why does the UK have it?

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When is Black Friday and why does the UK have it? - BBC Bitesize
This BBC Bitesize article breaks down what Black Friday is, where it originated, why we mark it in the UK and when it takes place
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November 14, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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When is BBC Children in Need and how old is Pudsey?

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How old is Pudsey Bear and when is BBC Children in Need 2025? - BBC Bitesize
Find out everything you need tio know about the history of Children in Need mascot Pudsey Bear and when Children in Need returns in 2025.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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First piece working for BBC Bitesize on the IYKYK section ❤
How old is Pudsey Bear and when is BBC Children in Need 2025? - BBC Bitesize
Find out everything you need tio know about the history of Children in Need mascot Pudsey Bear and when Children in Need returns in 2025.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Made the first trip to MediaCity yesterday to start my new role with BBC Bitesize💫 Very excited to be working with Education Production Development 📚 #bbcbitesize
November 4, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Yesterday marked my last day at the Liverpool ECHO after almost seven years — the end of an era ❤️

I’m so grateful for the lifelong friends I’ve made, all the incredible opportunities that have come my way and the memories that will no doubt last a lifetime💫 1/3
October 24, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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Mysterious underground lake hidden beneath famous Liverpool street

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October 20, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Liverpool city centre department store you may never know existed

The city centre corner was known to generations

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October 16, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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55 vintage baby names for boys and girls that are making a comeback

These baby names were very popular over a century ago

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October 14, 2025 at 6:52 AM
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Transformation of Liverpool landmark captured in new Netflix drama

It's not the first time the Liverpool site has featured on our screens

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October 2, 2025 at 7:26 AM
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The 'only' Liverpool pub 'above a shop' on historic city centre street

The building has a long history in the city

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October 2, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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'Boss' Liverpool restaurant where you could get 'pizza for a penny'

It first opened its doors back in the 1970s

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October 1, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Growing up on Liverpool's lost floating nightclub in the 1970s

Dr Sharon Radcliffe grew up on the famous boat

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October 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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'Underrated city' with famous Christmas markets you should visit this winter

You can fly directly from Liverpool John Lennon Airport

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September 30, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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Liverpool grandad was about to 'slow down' when his life changed forever

Phil has achieved so much since and isn't slowing down

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September 30, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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'Travelling time capsule' filled with treasures of life in Liverpool

The project will be making its way around the region and collecting Liverpool treasures

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September 30, 2025 at 10:11 AM