47 m. ago This £1 item sitting in your kitchen cupboards could stop rats invading your home this winter

A waste expert has shared his top tips on how to prevent rodents from infesting your home in the colder months.

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49 m. ago Boden Christmas cardigan that's 'cosy and warm' hailed 'best quality ever'

'It instantly gives life to my day to day outfits'

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65 m. ago 'Unmistakable' perfume hailed as a 'head turner' cut by 33% in Amazon deal

The floral perfume has been a staple since it debuted in 2002.

Economics

1 hour ago People are only just learning why WW1 soldiers kept spoons in their boots

British soldiers serving on the front lines during the First World War were under no illusion that there was a good chance they would never return home, so it's no surprise many of them had thought ahead

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1 hour ago Horse racing tips: ‘He’s a natural chaser and this is a weak race’ – Templegate’s Sunday NAP for an in

TEMPLEGATE'S picks for Sunday's action are below. Back a horse by clicking their odds. BOSTON JOE (2.50 Ffos Las, nap) He showed some promise over fences last season, particularly when second here on his latest chase in April. He jumped better that day and clearly likes the track having won here before. He was sent...

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2 h. ago Fairy tale castle 'full of autumn magic' under 90 minutes from London perfect for day with the kids

Fairy tale castle 'full of autumn magic' under 90 minutes from London perfect for day with the kids  MyLondon

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2 h. ago Teen behind the Louvre heist ‘Fedora Man’ photo embraces his mystery moment

Fifteen-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux has become an internet sensation after an Associated Press photo captured him outside the Louvre on the day of a crown jewels heist

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2 h. ago ‘It seemed like quite a do’: why East Grinstead hosts one of Scientology’s glitziest evenings

Last week, 7,000 people – including Tom Cruise – descended on the West Sussex town for an event that divides local opinionIn the nearly 30 years that Diane Juchau has lived in East Grinstead, not many days live as long in the memory as the day she saw Tom Cruise on the high street. “I saw him a couple of years ago walking past Iceland,” she said.It may seem like a once-in-a-lifetime anecdote but, this week, Cruise was back – and, when the purpose for his visit was revealed, the chance sighting of the Mission: Impossible star in a West Sussex town makes a lot more sense. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago ‘You Britons go to the pub, we go to the swimming pool!’: the European health habits worth adopting

Daily swims, power naps and five meals a day – not tips from the latest hit wellbeing podcast, but longstanding traditions that have kept generations healthy in Iceland, Ukraine, France and more Iceland: swimming pool culture Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Ukraine facing widespread power cuts after generating capacity reduced to ‘zero’ by Russian attacks

Power to be cut for as much as 16 hours a day across most of Ukraine while repairs are carried outPower will be cut for between eight and 16 hours across most regions of Ukraine on Sunday, state transmission system operator Ukrenergo has said, after Russian attacks targeting energy infrastructure reduced the country’s generating capacity to “zero”.Moscow, which has escalated attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure in recent months, launched hundreds of drones at energy facilities across the country from Friday into Saturday. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago 'Very warm and snuggly' fleece throw has £48 saving and 'gorgeous print'

One shopper said the throw is 'just what is needed for a cold winter day or night'

Economics

4 h. ago Serial killer strangled two women in Cardiff just weeks apart

Both both murders remain unsolved to this day but has been pinpointed in a new map

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4 h. ago I worked at Tesco for several years — you should shop at 1 time of day for huge discounts

When it comes to shopping for food, there are a few ways to save money. If you're on the hunt for bargains, it's worth knowing when supermarkets like Tesco reduce the prices of their products

Economics

5 h. ago Brit leaves wife in UK to spend Christmas in Tenerife with the lads

Dan, who documents his travel with wife Natalia on Youtube and Instagram, spent Christmas Day on the Canary Islands hotspot of Tenerife with his two scaffolder friends

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5 h. ago Brit leaves wife in UK to spend Christmas Day in Tenerife with the lads

Dan, a scaffolder from Essex, spent Christmas Day in Tenerife with two of his mates while his wife stayed at home in the UK - and she wasn't too happy about the plan

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5 h. ago Nearly 1,500 flights canceled on second day of cuts tied to government shutdown

Charlotte, North Carolina, has the most cancellations – at 120 – as industry experts say other sectors might also feel effectsUS airlines canceled 1,460 flights on Saturday, the second day of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) order to reduce air traffic because of the government shutdown.So far, the slowdown at many of the nation’s busiest airports hasn’t caused widespread disruptions. But it has deepened the impact felt by what is now the nation’s longest federal shutdown. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago ALEXANDRA SHULMAN'S NOTEBOOK: Baffled by a maze of new messages on breast cancer

Every day a new piece of information pops up about the prevention, treatment and causes of breast cancer .

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8 h. ago EastEnders love rat Max Branning gets a split lip during massive Christmas bust

EASTENDERS fans will see love rat Max Branning get a split lip following a fight at a family christening as part of the Christmas Day special. The soap character, played by actor Jake Wood, 53, is seen with blood on his face after an argument with his brother Jack, played by Scott Maslen. In scenes...

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8 h. ago Cheapest way to heat your home this winter – and it could save you £240

THE Energy Saving Trust has shared eight practical ways to keep your home warm and energy-efficient this winter. From draught-proofing to insulation upgrades, each measure comes with typical costs, savings, and payback times to help you make informed choices. Draught-proofing your home is one of the simplest and most effective ways to save energy. Around...

Society

12 h. ago More than 1,000 flights canceled on second day of cuts tied to government shutdown

Charlotte, North Carolina, has the most cancellations – at 120 – as industry experts say other sectors might also feel effectsUS airlines again canceled more than 1,000 flights on Saturday, the second day of the Federal Aviation Administration’s order to reduce air traffic because of the government shutdown.So far, the slowdown at many of the nation’s busiest airports hasn’t caused widespread disruptions. But it has deepened the impact felt by what is now the nation’s longest federal shutdown. Continue reading...

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