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Meet the young wrestlers dreaming big

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By Ben Lonsdale, Matt Walsh
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'I will be a WWE champion': Meet the young wrestlers dreaming big

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By Ben Lonsdale, Matt Walsh
| MSN Verified
For many wrestling fans growing up meant watching stars like The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin and John Cena on television. But for anyone who dreamed of following in their footsteps, making it into the industry could feel a world away. Now, those involved in the sport say opportunities are growing closer to home, giving aspiring wrestlers a chance to train, perform and begin building a career.
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More prisoners, more violence: Inside Maghaberry's assault surge

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By Ben Lonsdale
| Yahoo Verified
Assaults at Northern Ireland's largest prison have more than doubled in the past four years as prison officers warn of growing pressure behind the walls. There were 149 recorded assaults at Maghaberry Prison last year, compared to 69 in 2021 - an increase of 116%. The Prison Officers' Association (POA) said rising prisoner numbers were having a knock-on effect on both staff and prisoners.
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