2 hours ago New maths test for teens could focus on real life scenarios like phone bills, rent and wages

The proposed online test is not about simplifying maths but ensuring it's applicable to real-life scenarios, the exam board say

Technology

2 hours ago Woman nearly dies after drinking four litres of water a day to 'flush out cold'

A woman took matters into her own hands and tried to treat her supposed common cold by hydrating with plenty of water, but it left her fighting for her life in hospital

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3 hours ago The moment I knew: he took a bus, a train and a ferry to Paris just to see me – and meet my parents

A fire in the Eurostar train tunnel scuppered Jess Granata’s plans of spending a final weekend with Adam – or so she thoughtIn 2007, I was 22 years old, had just finished uni, and had a huge European adventure planned. The day after my graduation ceremony I got on a plane, landed in Rome, and travelled around Italy. After a few months I washed up broke in London, ready to start my work holiday visa.It was the classic Aussie plan: do some temp work, live cheaply and travel as often as possible. By mid-2008, I’d been in London for a year and had saved up enough money for one last big Euro summer jaunt before heading home to Australia. Continue reading...

Politics

3 hours ago Netanyahu’s house hit by drone as Israel and Hezbollah trade blows in Lebanon

Shia group has not claimed responsibility for attack on PM’s home but says it fired several barrages of rocketsBenjamin Netanyahu’s house in the seaside town of Caesarea was hit by a drone on Saturday, causing superficial damage and no casualties, as Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon rage unabated following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.The Israeli government said that one of the prime minister’s three homes was targeted by three drones, two of which were intercepted, and that neither Netanyahu nor his wife, Sara, were home at the time. Continue reading...

Events

4 hours ago Why Sarah Ferguson was 'furious' on daughter Princess Eugenie's royal wedding day

The ceremony took place in Windsor Castle and all the royals attended the rare family get-together. All eyes were on the Princess but the Sussexes were eager to share some news at the event

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5 hours ago More than 600 migrants crossed the Channel just a day after baby died making the perilous journey

Over 600 migrants crossed the Channel only a day after a baby tragically died whilst making the risky journey after an overloaded dinky boat sank into the water on Thursday.

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5 hours ago Adult star set to bonk 100 Brits plots America move as US is 'more saucy'

Lily Phillips, 23, says you need to go big or go home if you want to make a name for yourself in the spicy content creation world. Now she's planning a move to the US

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5 hours ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing Dianne Buswell's famous boyfriend, secret career and eating disorder battle

The Australian-born pro dancer is being tipped to lift the Glitterball Trophy in 204 with partner Chris McCausland

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6 hours ago Five things Erik ten Hag learned as Man Utd survive controversial scare to beat Brentford

A dominant second half performance from Manchester United secured a much needed victory for Erik ten Hag who lives to fight another day after a scare against Brentford

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