88 m. ago The Golden Spurtle review – a cosy celebration of porridge and its champions

This Australian documentary about the world porridge championships, held each year in a Scottish village, is as wholesome and nourishing as its oat-stirring subjectsThe word “porridge” to me evokes something modest and satisfying: mouthfuls of reliable pleasantness in a terribly volatile world. How lovely that The Golden Spurtle – Constantine Costi’s charming documentary about the world’s annual porridge-making championship in the Scottish village of Carrbridge – has assumed some of the qualities of the dish. It isn’t flashy (and certainly doesn’t scream “must-watch”) but, like a good ol’ fashioned bowl of well-cooked oats, it’s got it where it counts.This film is a pleasure to watch – with endearing salt-of-the-earth subjects, a lovely ebb and flow, and a tone that feels just right: neither overly serious nor tongue in cheek. Its appeal is not dissimilar to the Australian comedy series Rosehaven: sometimes it’s just nice to escape into a fresh air-filled world with refreshingly low...

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1 hour ago Father of stabbed Nottingham student Barnaby Webber reveals his guilt and anger that he couldn't protect his boy

David and Emma should be proudly anticipating their dearly loved eldest son's graduation from this university next month. But, as David says, 'Barney will never take his degree in history'.

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3 h. ago Jack Grealish needs regular football for World Cup consideration – Thomas Tuchel

Tuchel said he loved Grealish’s personality, courage and quality after leaving him out in March due to a lack of game-time.

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4 h. ago Tottenham players 'are left FURIOUS' by Ange Postecoglou sacking

Postecoglou returned from a holiday in Greece to learn his fate and Spurs issued a statement to explain the decision had been taken after a review of performances and 'significant reflection'.

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4 h. ago Hyped longevity pill loved by biohacker Bryan Johnson fails to stop aging, study reveals

Off the back of research in 2023, the supplement was quickly picked up by those looking to fight the effects of aging and Johnson became one of its proponents.

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4 h. ago The dog poo bags making riverside shrubbery resemble Christmas trees

A local council has said he doesn't understand the mentality of some dog walkers

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6 h. ago Jeremy Clarkson bans punter from his pub for complaint about £24 steak pie

Former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson has barred the customer from his Cotswolds pub - The Farmer's Dog - after they complained about the prices of food on his menu

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6 h. ago Love Island’s Blu Chegini's secret link to former Islander and mum's unlikely job

EXCLUSIVE: Love Island 2025 star Blu Chegini has raised eyebrows with his incredibly honest and open attitude towards sex - and it turns out it's all thanks to his mum's very unusual job

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6 h. ago Love Island's Alima Gagigo recalls how she delivered baby sister at home with shoelace

EXCLUSIVE: Love Island 2025 star Alima Gagigo has opened up about the extraordinary moment she delivered her baby sister at home - and she's determined to make a difference in the villa

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6 h. ago Love Island star issues stern warning as she won't put up with red flag in ITV villa

EXCLUSIVE: Love Island's Alima Gagigo is one of the sexy singletons lined up for this summer of ITV fun - but according to the contestant, she will not be taking any prisoners

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6 h. ago Man dies of rabies after dog bite as officials issue urgent 'stay calm' warning

Spanish health officials have called on the public to get rabies vaccinations should they find themselves in specific situations after a man died of the virus in Valencia

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7 h. ago Revealed: 'Love cheat' Navy chief Sir Ben Key's affair with junior female officer was 'exposed after her husband reported them to the MoD'

An affair involving Sir Ben Kay, 59, the suspended head of the Royal Navy, and a junior female officer was exposed by her husband, sources have revealed.

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7 h. ago Dog training academy boss fatally shot employee while making video about gun safety, cops say

Wayne George Curry is being held on $250,000 bail

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8 h. ago Piers Morgan reacts to Ange Postecoglou's Spurs sacking and explains why it was 'inevitable'

Spurs confirmed the bombshell decision to sack Ange Postecoglou on Friday with infamous Arsenal fan Piers Morgan having reacted to the announcement with a short message on social media

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8 h. ago Inside Sam Thompson's love life after Zara McDermott split and why they really broke up

Sam Thompson has been in the spotlight for his relationships as well as his appearances on Made in Chelsea, I'm A Celebrity and Soccer Aid

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8 h. ago Dads more likely to show affection through action than words, study finds

A poll of 2,000 adults has revealed the tell-tale signs that show how affectionate dads are, despite a third of those who took part admitting they have never heard their father say 'I love you'

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8 h. ago Money can’t buy him love: Republicans give Elon Musk the cold shoulder

The billionaire’s acrimonious blow-up with Trump is a time to choose sides – and legislators are toeing the Maga lineUS politics live – latest updatesElon Musk may believe his money bought the presidential election and the House of the Representatives for the Republicans. But he is discovering painfully and quickly that it has not bought him love, loyalty or even fear among many GOP members of Congress on Capitol Hill.Faced with the choice of siding with Musk, the world’s richest man, or Donald Trump, after the two staged a public relationship breakdown for the ages on Thursday, most Republicans went with the man in the Oval Office, who has shown an unerring grasp of the tactics of political intimidation and who remains the world’s most powerful figure even without the boss of Tesla and SpaceX by his side. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Boden's £24 'buttery soft'sale shorts for hot summer days normally cost £70

"Lovely soft denim. Great fit and perfect leg length. These shorts are perfect for holidays and warm summer days. I will coordinate with many different tops. Very versatile."

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8 h. ago Tottenham explain why Ange Postecoglou was sacked despite ‘one of club’s greatest moments’

The Australian guided Spurs to the Europa League trophy – their first silverware in 17 years – but also their worst-ever Premier League finish

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8 h. ago Shed lovers clearing out tools to turn backyard outbuildings into wellness retreats

Sheds are no longer just a dumping ground for tools and gardening equipment. Instead, plenty of Brits are turning their back garden buildings into spectacular wellness retreats

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