9 h. ago Trump gives assurances to Europeans over talks with Putin on Ukraine

US president indicates before Alaska summit he will not make territorial concessions without Kyiv’s involvementDonald Trump told European leaders on Wednesday he would be seeking a ceasefire in Ukraine at his summit with Vladimir Putin on Friday and gave reassurances that he would not make any territorial concessions without Kyiv’s full involvement.Trump’s approach at the video conference, disclosed by France’s Emmanuel Macron, appeared to reassure some of the leaders, who were making a final collective plea to the unpredictable US president that he had a duty to protect Ukraine’s sovereignty – and European security – at the talks in Alaska. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Buy small plants – and consider a ‘bulb lasagne’: how to give your garden a late

From planting in odd numbers to painting fences and walls the same colour, here are some easy, effective ways to give your outdoor space a seasonal spruce-up“It is not always necessary to rip out everything and start again,” says Ella Malt, who runs the gardening company Soil and Soul Norfolk. “It is much more sustainable to work with what you have. You can make such a difference with a bit of cutting back, clearing up leaves, cutting an edge on a lawn. People notice edges: you could spend hours making a herbaceous border perfect but if the edge of that border isn’t crisp, it will automatically look untidy.” Continue reading...

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31 h. ago UK households warned of five common summer plant diseases that can 'ruin' your garden

Knowing the signs to look out for can make all the difference, gardening experts say

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53 h. ago Manchester United have proven plan they can unleash to sign Carlos Baleba this summer

Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba has been heavily linked with Manchester United in recent days as their summer transfer window focus switches

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69 h. ago Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot drops hint as Reds plan to reignite talks for summer deal

Liverpool have seen a busy transfer window thus far but still have more work to do with just a few weeks remaining to strengthen Arne Slot's squad as they bid to retain their title

Economics

3 d. ago 3 visible signs of bed bugs as experts warn over ‘high risk’ hotels

People going on a summer getaway might come back with more than they planned as experts warn hotel beds can be a high risk zone

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3 d. ago Inside Barry Ferguson's Rangers summer transfer plan that never was as key lieutenant reveals signing strategy

Billy Dodds has revealed what the interim management team planned to do in the summer market had they been handed the job permanently.

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5 d. ago Skechers ‘nice and warm’ £40 slippers look just like £115 UGG Tasmans

If you’re already planning on swapping your summer sandals for a pair of cosy slippers, Skechers has got the perfect pair which look like UGG’s beloved Tasmans for £75 less

Economics

6 d. ago DVLA warning for all UK drivers who are planning a trip during August

The DVLA has issued a warning to all UK drivers who are planning a summer trip during August, as they could be caught out in a new country and forced to make alternative plans

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7 d. ago How plans for a £2.5million 'mega mosque' in a Lake District town with just 11 Muslims is threatening a new explosion of racial tension: Locals tell RONAN O'REILLY their fears ahead of fresh protests

Tensions in the quaint town of Dalton-in-Furness have flared this summer over plans to build a three-storey 'mega-mosque' on its outskirts - the first such centre in the Lake District.

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7 d. ago Families admit summer plans regularly ruined by UK's unpredictable weather

Over a third of children (38%) prefer to stay indoors on hot, humid, or rainy summer days, with a similar number (35%) beginning to complain about the weather after just a few hours

Society

7 d. ago Football transfer rumours: Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott on his way to Leipzig?

Today’s rumours are counting the cloudsIt has been one of the great conundrums of this window, leaving people pontificating over what Harvey Elliott should do next. The midfielder was, arguably, the leading light in England’s European Under-21 Championship triumph but it still feels like minutes will be hard to come by at Liverpool. Many have suggested he would suit the Bundesliga and RB Leipzig seem to think the same and have got in touch with Liverpool to see if something can be worked out.Supposedly Newcastle have a plan B if they do not land Benjamin Sesko from Leipzig, although considering they have missed out on so many players this summer, it is more like a plan T. The latest contingency walks, talks and gets booked just like Nicolas Jackson, mainly because it is the Chelsea striker. There is a parallel universe where Sesko hot foots it to St James’ Park, leaving Manchester United light of a No 9, which would then see them bid for Jackson to fill the void. But it does not end...

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8 d. ago Gardener's simple trick to keep plants watered while you're on holiday using one item

Watering plants during the hot summer months can be a tough task, especially when you're on holiday - but a gardener has shared his simple trick that'll keep them hydrated while you're away

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8 d. ago Arsenal hold talks over Fabio Vieira deal as Gunners accelerate transfer plans after summer spending spree

Gunners are expected to be extremely busy before the summer transfer window closes

Economics

9 d. ago August gardening jobs to keep outdoor space 'looking lush' all summer

A blogger has explained the jobs gardeners should tick off their summer lists in order to keep their plants healthy

Politics

1 week ago Darwin Nunez's Liverpool exit edges closer in next stage of Reds' summer transfer plan

Darwin Nunez is heavily linked with the Liverpool exit door and the striker could find himself heading to Saudi Arabia with Al Hilal making the Uruguayan their top target

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3 w. ago Man Utd set for fourth summer transfer with 'agreement struck' for £17m arrival

Manchester United are set to offload Marcus Rashford on loan to Barcelona, and the deal could have a major impact on the Red Devils' summer transfer plans

Economics

3 w. ago Gen Z to miss out on summer plans because they don't have access to a car

A survey of 2,000 adults has found that many young Brits are set to miss out on summer plans - all because they lack access to a car

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3 w. ago 14 ways to keep your houseplants alive while you’re on holiday (and how to revive them when you get back)

Heading off for summer? From self-watering pots to plant straws, these expert hacks will keep your plants hydrated and happy• Beat the heat: expert tips for keeping cool in hot weatherSummer holidays are a joy for us, but not always such a thrill for our houseplants. Few things are worse than returning home to discover a horticultural graveyard. Plants can survive unsupervised during the winter, but heatwaves, a lack of ventilation, and no one around to water mean summer holidays are a recipe for disaster.But fear not. A bit of planning and the right kit can make all the difference between a happy homecoming and a shrivelled mess. Whether you go full-tech or just trust in a good soak and a friend, there’s a holiday plant-care method for every budget and plant. Regardless of how long you’re going away for, here are some of the best tips and tricks to keep your houseplants alive, hydrated and happy in your absence. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Bournemouth named best beach as thousands plan summer trip to coast

It was followed by Bamburgh and Brighton in the top three in a survey by Travelodge.

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