9 h. ago How an 'AI bodyguard' could help to keep women safe on the streets of London

Ina Jovicic, 26, was inspired to design the device after she was attacked by four men while walking home at night in London

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30 h. ago 6 best cooling pillows, tried and tested in heatwaves for a refreshing night’s sleep

Front, side and back sleepers can wave goodbye to hot and flustered nights

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33 h. ago Get 70% off these designer inspired women’s flat sandals perfect for summer days and hot nights out

Women’s flat sandals that are perfect for summer perfect for summer days are less than £10

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48 h. ago Next's £29 summer sandals have shoppers 'obsessed' with their comfort and style

The Forever Comfort Double Strap Footbed Sandals come in four different styles - perfect for alternating with different summer outfits

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48 h. ago I've found the perfect comfortable sandal for walking all day long (and they always get compliments)

Most of us have suffered the tooth-clenching feeling of strappy summer sandals rubbing our feet, which on a hot, sweaty day can be extremely painful.

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50 h. ago 8 best orthopaedic and comfortable shoes that won’t cramp your style

From trainers to boots and sandals, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit

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51 h. ago This waterproof cooler backpack looks perfect for the long hot summer – and it’s on sale for under £17

I’ve been hunting for a cooler that actually works for real-life summer days – and this one’s now 26% off on Amazon.

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53 h. ago On r/collapse, people are ‘kept abreast of the latest doom’. Its moderators say it’s not for everyone

A subreddit tracking apocalyptic news in a calm, logical way comforts users who believe the end times are nowThe threat of nuclear war, genocide in Gaza, ChatGPT reducing human cognitive ability, another summer of record heat. Every day brings a torrent of unimaginable horror. It used to be weeks between disasters, now we’re lucky to get hours.For many, the only sane solution is to stop reading the news altogether – advice often shared by therapists, self-help books and even newspaper articles. Continue reading...

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54 h. ago 9 traditional summer customs from rural Scotland that will take you back in time

Summer brings busy days to Scotland’s farms, shaping both rural work and traditions

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64 h. ago Summer horror as female lifeguard is impaled with beach umbrella on sweltering day

A New Jersey lifeguard was impaled by a 6-foot beach umbrella on Wednesday morning at Asbury Park Beach.

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2 d. ago Clarks £38 sale sandals are so 'perfect' for summer holidays shoppers want every colour

Whether you're jetting off abroad or spending a day at the seaside, Clarks' huge sandal sale has something for everyone

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3 d. ago 'Comfy' Skechers sandals are 'perfect for walking' and don't need breaking in

"These are fantastic sandals! I expected no less from Skechers to be honest."

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3 d. ago The 'quiet as a mouse' Shark fan that is the 'best' shoppers have ever had now less than £100

If you are struggling to sleep during these hot nights this Shark fan is perfect

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3 d. ago Pretty, profane or pulled up? How socks became cool – and controversial

Twenty years ago, it looked as if it was all but over for the humble accessory. Then, during the pandemic, everything changedOn a bright summer’s day recently I found myself facing a quandary. Choosing a top and trousers to wear wasn’t a problem, but my whole outfit was in danger of being derailed by a mis-step: the wrong socks.Should it be a pair that matched the rest of my outfit, or with a pattern that stood out? Did a frill look fussy, or bring just the right amount of detail? Was the fact they didn’t have a four-letter word on them going to expose me as woefully out of touch? The only thing I was certain of is that they should be on show. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Norman Foster's most iconic designs in London after he wins Queen Elizabeth memorial bid

The 90-year-old architect will design a new bridge in St James’s Park inspired by Queen Elizabeth II’s wedding tiara

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4 d. ago Amazon shoppers praise 'perfect holiday' flip flops with 8,000 five

Perfect to pack in your holiday wardrobe, these sandals are earning rave reviews online

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4 d. ago Scotland's best 'whimsical fairy walks' for family day out this summer named

The country's top fairy trails have been crowned.

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4 d. ago The US’s June heatwave is a dangerous start to summer and about to get hotter

Extreme heat is bringing a stifling, dangerous, start to summer across much of the eastern US this weekA rare June heatwave is bringing a stifling, dangerous, start to summer across much of the eastern US this week, with forecasts for temperatures to get even hotter on Tuesday.On Monday, just the second day of summer, the National Weather Service placed extreme heat warnings in effect from the Carolinas to Maine, advising against any outdoor activities under the conditions.Eric Holthaus is a meteorologist and climate journalist based in Minnesota Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Air conditioner that's 'a godsend for sleeping on hot nights' gets £120 price cut

'I love my portable air con unit and it's extremely quiet so doesn't keep me awake at night.'

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4 d. ago Clarks sandals 'perfect for holiday' have 50% off in huge summer sale

Clarks has slashed prices across a huge range of women's sandals

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