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Corman, affectionately known as the “Pope of Pop Cinema,” was a god of low-budget horror, a maestro who could turn a shoestring budget into something glittering, gothic, and gloriously unhinged.

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Known affectionately as "Heb Isles", the ferry was retired from service last November due to the high cost and duration of repairs needed to renew expiring safety certificates.

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Players who played under Beard - affectionately known as 'Beardy' to family and friends - formed a guard of honour inside the cathedral as his coffin, draped in two red and white scarves, arrived.

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Known affectionately by its residents as the “Midwestern capital of Mexico,” the district of 85,000 is predominantly Latino.

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A charity that breeds and trains guide dogs has welcomed its largest litter for three years - 13 puppies affectionately known as "the Baker's Dozen".

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