66 m. ago German voters head to polls facing world of change as far right waits in the wings

Europe holds its breath as world’s third largest economic power and most populous EU country faces crossroadsGerman voters go to the polls today but it is a different world from when the campaign began only a few weeks ago.Nearly 60 million ­people are choosing a government that will have to grapple with the breakdown of the transatlantic alliance under Donald Trump and new threats to European security just as the country’s vaunted economic model is hitting the skids. Continue reading...

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66 m. ago Can Moldova – population 2.4m – show the world how to stand up to Putin?

The tiny former Soviet republic’s determination not to be cowed by the Kremlin could provide a template for the west on how to hold back the tide of subversion and corruptionHow can a democracy defend itself from an attacker who does not respect any democratic rules?When your assailant uses corruption, blackmail, economic war, cyber attacks, covert campaigns and street violence – while all you have are inefficient courts and even slower international institutions. Can you lose your sovereignty by being too soft? If you respond with censorship or even cancelling elections, don’t you lose your values? Continue reading...

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66 m. ago Europe’s big carnivores are on the rise – but can we live with bears next door?

Numbers of animals once hunted as vermin are rising across the continent. But scientists worry about how we are going to get along with these predatorsEurope’s carnivores have had a remarkable change in fortune. After tens of thousands of years of persecution that wiped out sabretooth tigers, hyenas and cave lions, there has been a recent rebound in the continent’s surviving predators.Across mainland Europe, bear, wolf, lynx and wolverine numbers have risen dramatically as conservation measures introduced several decades ago have begun to make an impact. There are now about 20,500 brown bears in Europe, a rise of 17% since 2016, while there are 9,400 Eurasian lynx, a 12% increase. Continue reading...

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66 m. ago Country with the world's weirdest pizza shocked Italians say 'shouldn't be allowed'

Sweden may be known for IKEA, ABBA, herring, tall blond men and Premier League strikers who play for Newcastle, but it is also home to a culture of unusual pizza toppings

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66 m. ago Menopausal woman taking 'marvellous' £1.65 capsule says 'I feel like my old self again'

LYMA supplements are filled with 10 ‘gold standard nutraceutical’ ingredients that aim to help alleviate the symptoms of menopause as well as anxiety, sleep and more

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66 m. ago Primark's new £8 range is 'perfect' for anyone getting married in 2025

People are snapping up the affordable clothes that are perfect for hen parties or quieter nights in whilst planning for the big day

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86 m. ago New Look’s brown cord trousers look just like £130 pair from Kate Middleton's go

New Look's £40 chocolate brown corduroy trousers nail the mocha mousse trend, and they look just like a £130 pair from Kate Middleton's go-to brand Holland and Cooper

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91 m. ago Mirror Shops– monochrome style essentials to make your wardrobe and home more chic

Have a monochrome moment with our pick of stylish black and white buys from £23

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96 m. ago Foreign oil giants to share in £22bn state handout for 'unproven' carbon capture

Fuel poverty campaigners last night branded the plan a 'greenwashing con' that will add hundreds of pounds to people's energy bills.

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1 hour ago Harry Potter Studios mark milestone with special addition to tour

Get ready to walk in the shoes of a champion this summer with a brand new addition to the Warner Bros. Studio where kids will relish in the chance to be at the heart of the action

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1 hour ago Marks & Spencer drops butter yellow blazer that rivals designer brands

Butter yellow is all of the high street at the moment, and Marks & Spencer has just released a collarless blazer in the trending hue that rivals other brands for a fraction of the price

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1 hour ago Decision to release accused axe murderer who ate victim’s brain branded ‘outrageous’ by lawmakers

Tyree Smith told his cousin that he ate part of his alleged victim’s brain and an eyeball

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2 h. ago Fashion expert reveals why this viral 'cool girl shoe' is a must

Say goodbye to stilettos and towering heels - according to our fashion expert, as we step into spring 2025, effortless, fashion-forward footwear is set to take the lead

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2 h. ago Meghan Markle is BANNED from selling clothes under new As Ever brand

Meghan Markle has been barred from selling any clothing under her new 'As Ever' brand because of the name's similarity to a cut-price Chinese clothing company.

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2 h. ago Julia Fox makes heads turn in wacky futuristic Adidas look at 2025 Independent Spirit Awards

Julia Fox commanded attention in a striking ensemble at the the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California. She flaunted her unique fashion sense at the bash.

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3 h. ago 'I visited the oldest American restaurant in Benidorm – the price floored me'

Harry, known as Harry Tokky on TikTok, recently visited the "oldest" American eatery in Benidorm, and he couldn't believe what they served up. Not to mention, the price left him stunned

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3 h. ago Independent Spirit Awards 2025: Baby Reindeer's Jessica Gunning eyes work with Kathy Bates

At this year's Independent Spirit Awards, Jessica, 38, won best breakthrough performance in a new scripted series for her turn on the Netflix series.

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4 h. ago ALEXANDRA SHULMAN'S NOTEBOOK: Thanks a lot, Meghan, you've stolen my thunder

How can I continue to end emails and letters with the words 'As ever', which I've happily used for years, now that it would sound like an endorsement for Meghan's new homeware brand, As Ever?

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4 h. ago Women are far more likely than men to 'get the ick' with potential partners... but some of the reasons might surprise you

Psychologists at a US university have looked into the phenomenon of the 'ick' and found that women are far more likely to experience it over things like awkwardly chasing a ball to wearing jeans.

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4 h. ago British celebs warned their private details could be leaked online after cyber criminals hacked agency

The details of a list of celebrities including Dame Emma Thomas, Oscar winning director Sir Sam Mendes and Russell T Davies could be leaked following a cyber attack on The Agency.

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