2 h. ago Expert shares 'natural' way to keep mice and rats out of your home this summer

Mice and rats can be a real pest during the warmer months, but an expert has shared how you can keep the rodents out of your home using one simple and natural ingredient.

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3 h. ago Man Utd 'hold talks' with Nicolas Jackson's representatives in shock transfer twist

Manchester United are keen to add a centre-forward to their new-look front line, which will contain Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, and have considered a move for Nicolas Jackson

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5 h. ago Woman using weight loss jab Mounjaro reveals shocking side effect that left her permanently struggling to eat

After a few months on it, Kelly, 32, said she noticed a rather unwelcome change that has now made it extremely difficult to get any food down - even when she feels starving

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7 h. ago ‘What about me?’ The confusing jealousy of being spared the abuse my father committed against my sister

Writing about child sexual abuse is hard. Writing about the unfathomable, yet surprisingly common jealousy as the sibling of an abused child is even harderA winter’s day. My father in the dark room of my memory developing photographs. The door is shut. My sister stands with him. He aims to teach her the essentials of photography. How to turn a black and white negative rolled from the interior of his camera, unspooled in the dark, then bathed in trays of chemicals, to bring the past back to life in black and white.My sister’s special treatment as the only one of nine siblings to learn this skill does not go unnoticed, by me at least. I am 10 years old and long to learn, even as I want only to be an insect in the corner watching unseen. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago 'Top class' Breville machine for 'best cup of coffee ever' now £164 off on Amazon

"This machine is top class! It’s so professionally made and works as good as any coffee shop machine."

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8 h. ago Trump’s push to change Coke: Is cane sugar better for you than corn syrup?

Coca-Cola has not yet said it would use real cane sugar in regular Coke — even if Trump says the company agreed

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8 h. ago Woman using weight loss jab Mounjaro reveals shocking side affect that left her permanently struggling to eat

After a few months on it, Kelly, 32, said she noticed a rather unwelcome change that has now made it extremely difficult to get any food down - even when she feels starving

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9 h. ago Who needs quinoa? 17 overlooked and affordable superfoods, from peas and potatoes to popcorn and even sugar

Can’t afford goji berries, spirulina or turmeric – or just don’t like the taste? Most kitchens are full of healthy but unglamorous alternatives. Nutrition experts name their favouritesWhat is a superfood? According to Italian scientists writing in the journal Frontiers in Food Science and Technology in February, the term was coined in the 1960s to describe foods that could fight malnutrition. It wasn’t until the 00s that it was co-opted to sell exotic and expensive ingredients to health-conscious customers. During the pandemic, interest in so-called superfoods increased again, especially those said to “boost immunity” and “protect against pathogens”.The researchers, Giulia Santunione and Giuseppe Montevecchi, define superfoods as “a marketing term used to describe nutrient-dense foods claimed to have health benefits”. In sales terms, the superfood label has been a huge success. The global superfoods market is projected to rise from an estimated $155.2bn in 2022 to $344.9bn by 2033. ...

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10 h. ago Peoples' homes covered in 'thick black dust' as clouds of ash blow over Welsh villages

Residents said the black dust, which is being caused by work at Aberthaw Quarry to remove ash from the site, has even got into their eyes and throats

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11 h. ago ITV Love Island villa erupts as iconic challenge returns leaving cast members fuming

Yasmin Pettet is left with a bitter taste in her mouth during the latest episode of Love Island as Dejon Noel-Williams gives feedback following their unexpected kiss

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11 h. ago Leona Lewis cuts a glam figure as she puts on a showstopping performance alongside drag queens at G

The X Factor winner, 40, was the epitome of style as she took to the stage in a figure hugging black dress with a chic leather jacket draped over her shoulders.

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11 h. ago Lions add Gregor Brown to squad with Joe McCarthy an injury doubt for second Test

Ireland lock withdrawn with foot problem in first TestOwen Farrell likely to start against First Nations & Pasifika XVThe Ireland lock Joe McCarthy is a doubt for the British & Irish Lions’ second Test against the Wallabies due to a foot injury. Andy Farrell has called up Scotland’s Gregor Brown to bolster his second-row ranks as a result, taking an already bloated squad to 45 players.McCarthy was taken off after 43 minutes of the Lions’ 27-19 victory over Australia in Brisbane on Saturday and Farrell confirmed his early withdrawal was down to injury. “It’s plantar fasciitis,” said Farrell. “It was niggling away at him there. We got him off. Hopefully we got him off in time.” Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Lions call up Gregor Brown as foot problem hits Joe McCarthy’s second Test hopes

Ireland lock withdrawn in first Test because of plantar fasciitisOwen Farrell likely to start against First Nations & Pasifika XVThe Ireland lock Joe McCarthy is a doubt for the British & Irish Lions’ second Test against the Wallabies on Saturday because of a foot condition. Andy Farrell has called up Scotland’s Gregor Brown to bolster his second-row ranks as a result, taking an already bloated squad to 45 players.McCarthy was taken off after 43 minutes of the Lions’ 27-19 victory over Australia in Brisbane on Saturday and Farrell confirmed his early withdrawal was enforced. “It’s plantar fasciitis,” said Farrell. “It was niggling away at him there. We got him off. Hopefully we got him off in time.” Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Could Bitcoin help Rachel Reeves fill the black hole in UK finances? Chancellor 'could profit from £5bn sale' of seized criminal crypto cash

The Home Office and police forces are said to be working on a major seven-figure sale of crypto-currency seized from organised crime figures, with the Treasury hoping to benefit.

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11 h. ago Indonesia boat fire passengers jump into sea as vessel bursts into flames

Horrifying videos emerged on social media showing several passengers aboard the ship jumping from the Barcelona V as black flames billow out of the ship's hull.

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13 h. ago Liverpool handed another transfer boost as Adam Wharton makes decision on joining

Liverpool have splashed some serious cash this summer but they would still like to add Adam Wharton their squad if the Crystal Palace midfielder can be tempted to move

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14 h. ago Businesses ordered to shut as frantic search for missing woman launched by cops

Rachel Booth was captured on CCTV at a nearby garage in the early hours of this morning, and is thought to be wearing black leggings and a black top.

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14 h. ago Pink and gold home, style and beauty picks from £5 that give a soft and romantic feel

Add a touch of romance to your space and style with these dreamy pink and gold homeware, fashion and beauty buys starting from £5

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16 h. ago Man orders iced coffee in Spain and the bill leaves him gobsmacked

Coffee is the second most popular beverage around the world, and at this time of year many of us enjoy it iced. However, some people have noticed they are being charged extra

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16 h. ago Inside Kate Bush Day – the most bonkers, beautiful Wuthering Heights tribute you’ll ever experience

As thousands of people in red dresses make their annual pilgrimage to perform a mass choreographed dance to the British singer’s iconic hit song, superfan and Folkestone local Helen Coffey gives the inside scoop on what it’s like being a lead ‘Kate’ for the day

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