23 m. ago Gardeners urged to carry out 1 vital task to help Japanese acers grow bigger next year

Late November is the perfect time to prune Japanese acers, as a gardening expert shared the simple technique that could help your plants thrive

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45 m. ago 7 top beauty advent calendars you can still buy in time for December

Still hoping to buy a beauty advent calendar this year? You'll be happy to hear that some of this year's best ones are still available – and they'll arrive in time for December

Politics

48 m. ago The shameful attacks on the Covid inquiry prove it: the right is lost in anti

There is nothing wrong with questioning the mighty cost of the lockdowns, but we can’t let hardline libertarians rewrite Britain’s pandemic historyThat number will stay fixed for ever in public memory: 23,000 people died because Boris Johnson resisted locking the country down in time. As Covid swept in, and with horrific images of Italian temporary morgues in tents, he went on holiday and took no calls. With the NHS bracing to be “overwhelmed” by the virus, he rode his new motorbike, walked his dog and hosted friends at Chevening.Nothing is surprising about that: he was ejected from Downing Street and later stepped down as an MP largely for partying and lying to parliament about it. Everyone knew he was a self-aggrandising fantasist with a “toxic and chaotic culture” around him. But this is not just about one narcissistic politician. It’s about his entire rightwing coterie of libertarians and their lethally dominant creed in the UK media.Polly Toynbee is a Guardian columnist Continu...

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59 m. ago From Byzantine cottages to vulvic stadiums: the brilliance of female architects

A RIBA report says “stark displays of sexism” are driving women from the profession. If we don’t fight this systemic misogyny, we won’t just lose dazzling designs – we’ll have a world only fit for 6ft tall policemenIf one were to think “Brazilian 20th-century modernist genius”, one might alight on Oscar Niemeyer, but see also the Italian émigré Lina Bo Bardi, who developed an Italian-style modernism with a Brazilian accent in her adopted homeland. Her Teatro Oficina, in São Paulo, was named by this paper as the best theatre in the world.Five hundred miles away is one of my favourite residential buildings, A la Ronde; an eccentric 16-sided home in Exmouth, Devon. It was designed in 1796 by Jane and Mary Parminter (two “spinster” cousins, in the words of the National Trust) and relative John Lowder. The cousins, who were not professionals, had been inspired by their Grand Tour of Europe (an unusual undertaking for women at the time) and, in particular, the Basilica of San Vitale in Ra...

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96 m. ago Bank shares rise after reports they will be spared tax hike amid growth mission

Banks were thought to have been in the firing line through a potential increase to the bank levy.

Economics

1 hour ago Ruth Langsford says 'I value every bit of time with her' in emotional update on mum Joan

Loose Women star Ruth Langsford has revealed why Christmas holds extra meaning for her this year, as she opened up about her mum Joan’s ongoing health battle

Politics

1 hour ago World's top 10 solo travel destinations revealed by new study

Solo travel has surged in recent years, with hordes of holidaymakers choosing to jet off alone. A new study has revealed the top 10 solo destinations in the world.

Politics

2 h. ago Ruth Langsford's emotional update on mum as she admits 'I value every bit of time I have'

Loose Women star Ruth Langsford revealed why Christmas feels extra special this year, as she opened up about her mum Joan’s ongoing health battle

Politics

2 h. ago The HPV vaccine does prevent cervical cancer, scientists confirm

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide and causes more than 300,000 deaths each year

Science

2 h. ago 'Got sandals for my next holiday' – Shoppers rush for Crocs gladiator shoes as they drop to £16

Get prepared for your next sunny holiday as Crocs slashes its chic and minimalist strappy sandals from £40 to just £16 in this clever Black Friday deal stacking hack

Economics

2 h. ago Black Friday Sale: Natural menopause supplement Better Libido aims to help women feel like themselves again

A new supplement from The Better Menopause takes a whole-life approach to midlife wellbeing, combining nutrients and botanicals that support energy, mood, balance and confidence.

Economics

3 h. ago Major airports cancel ALL flights tomorrow affecting hundreds of British passengers

ALL flights are being cancelled at two major European airports tomorrow and it affects Brits. A national strike is currently taking place across Belgium, affecting public transport. The walk out follows new laws that would change labour laws including benefits and pensions, put forward by Prime Minister Bart De Wever to tackle the country's growing...

Transport

3 h. ago More than half of teens still consider mechanics to be men and nurses to be women

MORE than half of teens still consider mechanics to be men and nurses to be women. A poll of 1,000 13–17-year-olds found 72 per cent feel some careers and job roles are only for a certain gender. Trades are still typically considered to be for men, including bricklayers (59 per cent), plumbers (59 per cent)...

Politics

3 h. ago One in five families to holiday in the UK next year due to rising costs

English seaside resorts could once again see families flooding in as foreign travel becomes increasingly inaccessible to working class Brits.

Politics

3 h. ago Loose Women star Coleen Nolan makes 'insecure' bedroom confession

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan has opened up about her sex life and admitted that she once felt 'insecure' after a partner wanted to watch adult videos 'every time' they were intimate

Politics

4 h. ago Wayne Rooney urges Arne Slot to make 'big decision' to save Liverpool career

Liverpool boss Arne Slot is coming under growing pressure after seeing the champions lose their sixth Premier League game in seven on Saturday, falling to a shock Anfield loss to Nottingham Forest

Politics

4 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 25 November: B&Q owner lifts guidance, easyJet targets holidays growth

Kingfisher, easyJet and AO World are in the spotlight after posting results or updates today.

Events

4 h. ago Coleen Nolan makes heartbreaking bedroom confession that 'made me feel insecure'

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan says she has 'learnt to be on her own' after splitting from her former partner, leading her to enjoy 'some of the best years' since being alone

Politics

5 h. ago Britain is in a 'growth emergency', Business Secretary admits as economic outlook gets WORSE and dismal reality of Labour's handling of economy laid bare ahead of Budget

As the OBR prepared to lay bare the dismal reality of Labour's handling of the economy, Peter Kyle conceded that the nation was suffering from 'low, slow uneven growth'.

Economics

5 h. ago Watch ridiculous moment women’s football star is sent off for spiking rival on her head with JUDO move

A WOMEN’S football star was sent off for spiking a rival on her head with a judo move. The horrifying incident occurred during last night’s League Cup clash between Leicester and Crystal Palace. A heated battle saw the Eagles come out on top in a 3-0 win. Goals from Kirsty Howat, Justine Vanhaevermaet and Annabel...

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