31 h. ago Brits are only just discovering what triangle symbol on clothes label is for

There are up to five key symbols printed on the label of every piece of clothing but most people haven't the faintest clue what many of them mean - and could even be exposing their favourite outfits to harm

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68 h. ago Exposed: Junta plot to massacre hundreds of British citizens on eve of Falklands War revealed by newly discovered CIA documents

The declassified papers dated from April 1982 reveal Argentine dictator General Leopoldo Galtieri had advanced plans to 'disappear' 500 British subjects.

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3 d. ago Simple daily activity could help protect against little known deadly syndrome that strikes thousands of Brits after a bereavement, experts discover

Exercising through the trauma of bereavement can protect against 'broken heart syndrome', a study suggests.

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1 week ago Behind the scenes of Edinburgh Airport with the man who makes sure it doesn't all go wrong

The JFK of short-haul - discover a day in the life of British Airways’ Edinburgh airport manager James Birch, who oversees 800-plus departures from the Scottish airport this summer

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1 week ago Brit holidaymaker shocked to discover where awful smell was coming from on Ryanair flight

Sophie Brame, 27, from Manchester, discovered a nasty surprise below her seat whilst flying with Ryanair to Fuerteventura on 19 August.

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1 week ago These islands could be mistaken for Barbados – but they’re off the coast of England

No passport, no jet lag – just white sands, clear water and kayaking among seals. A sleeper train and a ferry later, Rod Ardehali discovers Britain’s most quietly astonishing islands

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1 week ago Teenager discovers Britain's first purple grasshopper in Ayrshire

Nature enthusiast Luke Gormanley, 14, discovered the first purple grasshopper to be recorded in the UK.

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2 w. ago Remote retreats – discover idyllic British breaks for the perfect escape

Go off grid and get into nature with these secluded stays

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2 w. ago The Medieval Brits with West African ancestry: Bodies buried in 7th

Two people buried in early medieval England had West African ancestry, experts have revealed, in a discovery that rewrites British history.

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3 w. ago 'Social spending' test: Are you a 'Polite Pippa' or 'Generous George'?

A new test has been created to help Brits discover where they fall on the 'social spending' scale. It comes after a study found people spend more than £1,000 a year on other people

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3 w. ago Migrants discovered suffering hypothermia after locking themselves inside freezing refrigerated lorry headed for Britain while driver slept

Thirteen freezing UK-bound migrants have been rescued in northern France after locking themselves inside a refrigerated lorry heading for London.

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3 w. ago The Colombian immigrant who became 'Britain's Pablo Escobar': How Jesus Ruiz Henao built a £1bn drug empire in the UK

Jesus Ruiz Henao reflected on his story in a two-part Discovery+ docuseries The Bus Driver: Britain's Cocaine King that marks the jailed drug baron's first TV interview.

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3 w. ago Off the beaten train track – discover ten of Britain’s hidden gems by rail

Take the railroad less travelled this summer, with a train trip to one of the country’s lesser-known destinations

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3 w. ago Mystery of how superfit British schoolgirl, 13, drowned in swimming pool at Discovery Cove resort is 'impossible' to solve, coroner rules

Anna Beaumont, 13, was snorkelling with her family at the Discovery Cove theme park in Orlando on May 28 when she was spotted 'floating and unresponsive' in the natural-style pool.

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3 w. ago Top brewery is urging Brits to 'stick their neck out' this bank holiday with sky high pub

A new survey has discovered that many Brits feel 'held back' from doing what they really want to do - and the reasons why are very relatable

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4 w. ago Beautiful town dubbed 'Venice of the Alps' Brits are just discovering

This Alpine gem of Annecy has become increasingly popular with Brits over the last few years, coming to ski in winter, have fun on the lake, and soak up its European elegance and history in the warmer months

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