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London wrestlers Pretty Deadly to take centre stage as WWE brings supershow Money in the Bank to the capital

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WWE's Money in the Bank is coming to London's O2 Arena this weekend. But two home town wrestlers will be taking part in front of family and friends having left for the US just 18 months ago to follow their dreams. Elton Prince and Kit Wilson are a tag team known in WWE as Pretty Deadly and made their debut with the wrestling debut in the US around 18 months ago and are set to appear in the brand's biggest UK show alongside established stars like Roman Reigns, Sami Zayn, Seth Rollins, Ronda Rousey, Becky Lynch, Rhea Ripley and Finn Balor. While technically known as 'heel' or bad guy characters, Pretty Deadly's flamboyant outfits, hilarious skits and catchphrase of 'yes boy!' have won over crowds in the US and on television, seeing them cheered as often as they are booed. READ MORE: Fans can buy exclusive WWE London merchandise online before Money in the Bank even starts Their first appearance this weekend will be tonight when they take on Sami Zayn a...

Inside look at Mountain Warehouse's new Hereford store

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The firm has been in the city for 15 years, but decided to make the move to a new 12,500 square foot site that previously housed Outfit, Wallis, Miss Selfridge, Dorothy Perkins and Burton.  Creating 11 new jobs, the new store features menswear, womenswear, kidswear, footwear and equipment split over two floors. This summer, customers will discover bestselling ranges such as swimwear, camping furniture, hiking gear and accessories. OTHER NEWS: The premises had been vacant for two years after fashion retailer Outfit decided to close it after being at the Old Market from 2014.  Last February, Mountain Warehouse was told it could expand into the unit next door in High Town.  Herefordshire Council granted planning permission and listed building consent so that Mountain Warehouse could knock through into the old GAME unit, with that chain owned by Mike Ashley moving the new Sports Direct in Commercial Street. With Utopia women's cloth...