77 minutes ago Sydney to Hobart yacht race: third death averted as sailors prepare for ‘challenging night in the Bass Strait’

One sailor each on yachts Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline died after being struck by booms, a large pole at bottom of the sailGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDetails have emerged of a “terrifying” incident in which a crew member fell from yacht Porco Rosso and drifted for more than a kilometre before being rescued on a deadly night of racing, during which two sailors on other yachts were killed.Two sailors on separate yachts, Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline, died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honours favourite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw, among mass retirements.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Reason you keep waking up at 4am revealed by sleep expert and it's not just because you're tired

If you're often snapping awake at the dreaded 4am, peering into the pitch black with a mix of frustration and intrigue, it could be down to more than just an annoying quirk in your sleep routine.

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1 hour ago Man Utd transfer news: Marcus Rashford asking price revealed as three replacements named

Marcus Rashford's future remains top of Manchester United's transfer agenda and the Red Devils are already making plans to sign a replacement after setting an asking price

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2 hours ago Monty Don reveals one job every gardener needs to complete by end of January

It will soon be 2025 and gardening expert Monty Don has shared his top tip for the new year, with gardeners encouraged to get out and maintain their outdoor spaces in the coming weeks

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2 hours ago BRYONY GORDON: Keir Starmer's latest lunacy has tipped me over the edge. I now see he's just a clown in donated designer clothes

Everyone has their limit with Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party, and I think I just reached mine. For some it was the reversal of the winter fuel allowance, for others it was the betrayal of the Waspis.

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2 hours ago Travel expert warns against common luggage mistake that increases risk of losing your bags

There are a few things you can do to ensure your luggage stays safe and arrives at your destination with you - but there's one mistake people often make which could result in it getting lost.

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2 hours ago 'Fall asleep faster' and stay warm in bed without the heating on with expert's easy tips

An expert has shared five simple hacks to keep your bedroom warm this winter, without having to crank up the heating

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2 hours ago Motorists told to swerve Tesco, Asda, Morrisons and Sainsbury's for petrol as costs soar

Allied Autocare has urged drivers to avoid filling up their cars at Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Asda and Tesco and explained supermarket fuel would likely "cost more in the long run"

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3 hours ago Sydney to Hobart yacht race: third death averted on night of ‘big seas’ and wild weather

One sailor each on yachts Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline died after being struck by booms, a large pole at bottom of the sailGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDetails have emerged of a “terrifying” incident in which a crew member fell from yacht Porco Rosso and drifted for more than a kilometre before being rescued on a deadly night of racing, during which two sailors on other yachts were killed.Two sailors on separate yachts, Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline, died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honours favourite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw, among mass retirements.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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3 hours ago Surfing the internet in middle age can cut risk of dementia in later life by more than half, study shows

Scientists think processing the vast amounts of information encountered online can benefit people's brains, while social media use may help to combat loneliness

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5 hours ago Inside Mason Greenwood's Marseille life following Roberto De Zerbi criticism

Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi has said he 'expects more' of former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood, whom he signed for the Ligue 1 side back in the summer

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6 hours ago Coronation Street icon diagnosed with 'deadly' cancer after fan spotted 'sinister' sign

Coronation Street legend Sue Nicholls - who has played Audrey Roberts on the ITV soap for years - was approached by a fan who had grown worried about the actress

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6 hours ago Sydney to Hobart yacht race: Two sailors killed in separate accidents during night of wild weather

One sailor each on yachts Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline died after being struck by booms, a large pole at bottom of the sailGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTwo Sydney to Hobart sailors on separate yachts have died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honours favourite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw among mass retirements.The race will go on as the fleet continues its passage to Constitution Dock, with the first boats expected to arrive later on Friday or early Saturday morning.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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7 hours ago Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's solitary Christmas as expert confirms royal snub

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have celebrated Christmas in California with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet - and a royal expert believes it's in stark contrast to the festivities enjoyed by the Royal Family on the other side of the Atlantic

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7 hours ago Squid Game season two ending explained as Netflix viewers left with major cliffhanger

Squid Game season two ended with a major cliffhanger, so what happened in the final moments of the Netflix drama and when will Gi-hun and the other players return?

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7 hours ago Infectious disease expert reveals the pathogens that could spark another pandemic in 2025

Influenza A subtype H5N1, sometimes called bird flu, has sickened at least 66 people across ten states, sparking worry among infectious disease experts looking at public health threats in 2025.

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8 hours ago Antiques Roadshow guests admit ‘creepy head’ worth thousands was used to ‘scare people’

An Antiques Roadshow expert jokingly instructed the owners of a bust on what to avoid when it comes to taking care of the “rare” item

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8 hours ago New York to charge fossil fuel companies for damage from climate change

Large fossil fuel companies would have to pay fees to help New York fight the effects of climate change under a bill signed by Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul

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9 hours ago ITV Coronation Street's Sue Nicholls diagnosed with 'dangerous cancer' after fan spotted sign

Coronation Street star Sue Nicholls - who has played Audrey Roberts for decades - was once contacted by a viewer who had spotted a suspiciously shaped mole on her shoulder

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9 hours ago Prince Harry and Meghan Markle show true colours as they're erased from royal Christmas

With members of the Royal Family gathering at Sandringham for Christmas, a royal expert has claimed that Prince Harry and Meghan wouldn't have been “surprised” not to join them

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