78 m. ago Test nation banned from Rugby World Cup 2027 weeks before draw after making confession

The team reported the breach themselves, leading to removal from the competition

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13 h. ago I tried everything to get better sleep. These five items actually helped

I tested popular apps, earplugs and a speaker for under a pillow to uncover the secret to getting the elusive rest I needThe best sleep masks in the US: I spent six weeks testing 24 masks, and these are my favoritesSign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better thingsI’ve struggled with a lack of sleep and its after-effects for years. Besides a chronic pain condition that interferes with my sleep schedule, my sensitivity to sound and light means that it doesn’t take much to snap me out of slumber after I get there. At least I’m in good company: according to the National Institutes of Health, more than 50 million Americans struggle with such sleep disorders.After trying almost everything, I finally turned to tech about a year ago. I had skeptically dismissed these sleep-focused devices as snake oil – and some are – but a few have been genuinely helpful. From simple noise-canceling earplugs to a headband that literally interferes with your brain waves,...

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41 h. ago Former Labour justice minister Shahid Malik, 57, helped set up 'fraudulent Covid testing firm that made £6.6m in three weeks', court told

Malik, 57, is accused of establishing the 'cash cow' firm alongside a pharmacist, a registered scientist and his own former office manager.

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45 h. ago Livingston v Motherwell: Martindale says it's refreshing to have new challenges from likes of Askou

The Lions gaffer is looking forward to this weekend's clash with Motherwell, as well as the fresh test new Rangers boss Danny Röhl will pose his side next month

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3 d. ago Air fryer grease will 'melt away' in minutes if soaked in 1 ingredient

Neglecting this important step when cleaning air fryers can lead to unpleasant odours, reduced performance, and even bacteria build-up

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4 d. ago Wayne Rooney admits one Man Utd star has proven him wrong after Liverpool win

Bryan Mbeumo has been one of Manchester United's stand-out performers this season and he showcased his ability inside two minutes against Liverpool

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6 d. ago Crucial symptom could mean your illness is Covid and not flu as cases rise

The NHS has warned that cases of both Covid-19 and flu have been rising in recent weeks - but without a test it's difficult to distinguish

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7 d. ago Homemade scones 'melt in your mouth' and are cooked in minutes with no oven needed

Scones are a classic British treat and can be made in a variety of flavours - and one food blogger has shared a simple recipe that can be made in the air fryer

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7 d. ago Breville's 'best air fryer I've had' that doubles as an oven is now £100 off

'It's brilliant, use it every day, easy to use, easy to clean'

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7 d. ago 'Perfect' air fryer jacket potato recipe with 'crispy skin' has just 2 ingredients

Jacket potatoes are a British classic, but getting that perfect crispy skin can be a challenge. One home cook has shared her simple air fryer method for the ultimate spud

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8 d. ago UKHSA issues flu warning after 'early' spike as cases and hospital admissions rise

Health experts warn of a rise in positive tests for flu in the past week, with flu season coming early

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8 d. ago Remove air fryer grease by 1 adding 'magic' item that makes it look 'like new'

Air fryers have become a kitchen staple for many, but cleaning them isn't always straightforward. Luckily, cleaning fans have shared a 'magic' item that can help tackle the grease

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9 d. ago Air fryer owners warned about cooking 1 breakfast food in them 'due to taste'

Air fryers have become a kitchen staple for many, but there's one popular breakfast food that you might want to avoid cooking in them, according to food safety experts

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9 d. ago Cook air fryer sausages 'perfectly' with expert's 'recommended' amount of time

If you're a fan of sausages, you'll love this easy air fryer hack for cooking them perfectly every time - and it's so simple to do

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1 week ago You're making a mistake with your air fryer and don't even know it

You may think you're using it right, but this may not be the case at all

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1 week ago Jamie Oliver's air fryer bread recipe is 'quick and easy' to make and only takes 30 minutes

Jamie Oliver has shared the recipe for the 'nicest bread anybody has ever eaten'

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1 week ago Pat Cummins concedes he is ‘weeks away’ from bowling and unlikely to play in first Ashes Test

Australia captain to learn this week whether he will be fit for openerStar quick says he is ‘less likely than likely’ to face England in PerthPat Cummins has admitted he is unlikely to play in the Ashes opener, conceding a return to proper bowling is still some time away.Cummins is expected to learn this week whether he will be able to feature in Perth on 21 November, with officials conceding the quick is facing a narrow timeline. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Kim Jong Un rolls out North Korea's new intercontinental ballistic missile that may be tested in weeks

The North Korean dictator hosted world leaders at a state banquet in in Pyongyang to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the ruling Worker's Party.

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2 w. ago Air fryer salmon will 'not go dry' if you use 1 simple ingredient for a 'crispier crust'

Salmon is a great dinner option for anyone looking to eat healthily, but it is important to get the seasoning right to ensure the fish is moist and flavourful

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2 w. ago Harry Brook admits Pat Cummins’ absence could boost England’s Ashes chances

Injured Australian captain set to miss at least Perth testBrook expects Stokes to play all five Tests in AustraliaHarry Brook believes Pat Cummins potentially missing the start of the Ashes would play into English hands but warned that Australia’s depth in pace bowlers means any replacement should not be underestimated.With just six weeks to go until the first Test in Perth, the fitness of Cummins remains a major talking point following the detection of a lower back stress injury earlier this year. According to some reports, his entire series could even be in jeopardy. Continue reading...

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