83 m. ago The most gripping thing I’m watching on my phone? Swedish moose migrating in real time | Claire Cohen

No music, no script, no narration, no editing – slow TV like this is exactly the balm we need these daysDo you reach for your phone first thing in the morning as soon as you wake up? Me too. Only, for the past week, it’s not my WhatsApp, email or social media I’ve been desperate to check, but how many moose have managed to swim across the Ångerman river overnight.I know. I need more going on in my life, right? How else to explain my fascination with watching dozens of Swedish moose (yes, moose is the plural of moose, sadly not “meese”) undertake their annual spring migration to summer pastures? Continue reading...

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83 m. ago A cheesy bean gratin, plus asparagus with a nutty relish: Anna Shepherd’s spring vegetable recipes

Spring into action with new season asparagus in a punchy hazelnut dressing, and a quickfire cheesy gratin with white beans and vegetablesComing as I do from a family with a colourful array of dietary requirements, I can verify that these veg-forward dishes seriously perform on both the texture and flavour fronts, as well as being achievable crowdpleasers. British asparagus swoops in around now, offering bright green relief from winter’s hardier vegetables, while the jarred and frozen veg in the gratin save on prep time and keep everything light. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Earthquake with epicentre near proposed nuclear site rattles eastern Australia

Epicentre located about 36km from one of seven locations where federal opposition proposes building nuclear power plant if elected

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3 h. ago Gut instinct: why your spring menu should be full of plant points

Hannah Twiggs speaks to nutritionist Dr Emily Prpa about how something called ‘plant points’ – no, not a wellness gimmick – could be the simplest way to eat better, boost your gut and still enjoy your food

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3 h. ago Primark's 'unreal' £14 dress in 'colour of the season' looks 'stunning'

Primark shoppers love a 'stunning' £14 dress that's available in the perfect spring colour

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4 h. ago The left is rising, and the far right is reeling. Will I finally see the Finland I dreamed of? | Mike Watson

My adopted home has been a dark place of late. But in last week’s local elections, voters turned against cruel politics – and raised hopes of a more progressive futureThe Finns say “spring comes in swinging” – when winter gives way to spring, and green shoots meet the final flurries of snow, often well into April. In Finnish politics, too, some hope is beginning to emerge after a long, dark winter.In municipal, regional and mayoral elections held across the country last week, rightwing populist parties were roundly defeated, while parties on the left gained ground. In particular, the far-right Finns party saw its vote share collapse, from 20% in the general election of 2023 to as low as 7.6% now. This leaves the coalition government of which it forms a part severely weakened and the centre-left Social Democratic party (SDP) with the biggest vote share nationwide (23%). When the Finns party leader, Riikka Purra, admitted defeat on results night, she complained that a punainen aalto, ...

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4 h. ago Gardeners urged to sprinkle kitchen leftover on soil to instantly revive snake plants

If your snake plant is beginning to look dry and shrivelled, you might want to try this handy hack which uses one common kitchen leftover to instantly perk your plant back up

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7 h. ago Expert's three watering tricks to help hydrangeas bloom big and bright

Gorgeous and bold blooms on woody hydrangea shrubs are possible throughout spring and summer when they are taken care of - here's how to water the plant for big and beautiful flowers

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16 h. ago The Last of Us star Pedro Pascal's 'active denial' over show's gut

Pedro Pascal, who stars as Joel Miller in The Last of Us, has shared how it felt filming his scenes during series two and confessed to being in 'active denial' over the show's twist

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16 h. ago Lewis Hamilton's vegan burger company 'shuts down' leaving '150 jobless' after recording £8MILLION in losses

The Ferrari star launched 'Neat Burgers' - who boast '100 per cent plant based meals' - alongside film star Leonardo DiCaprio back in 2019.

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17 h. ago Next urged to stock 'more colours' of £37 trousers shoppers 'can't stop wearing'

Casual clothing is 'in' for spring and summer and these trousers are a popular choice to shop the trend.

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18 h. ago Dunelm's £5 clearance outlet bedding set is as 'beautiful' as it is a bargain

The bedding has a timeless design that is fitting for spring through to winter

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18 h. ago McDonald's is shaking up its menu with brand new drink and spiciest ever burger

McDonald's is launching a new Frozen Cherry Lemonade on May 7, while the McSpicy X Frank’s RedHot is also making its grand return to UK menus

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18 h. ago Tim Hortons UK: Canadian coffee chain puts unique twist on iconic food items

These items blend sweet and savoury flavours 🍩

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19 h. ago New Look's £27 denim trousers are 'perfect for summer' as shoppers hail them 'so comfy'

These relaxed bottoms come in two different colours — and shoppers are loving them

Economics

19 h. ago What’s the secret to the perfect spring breakfast? | Kitchen aide

Our panel of early risers have some sprightly suggestions for a springtime breakfastBreakfast normally means porridge, but what are the alternatives in spring?It’s a truth universally acknowledged that most breakfast binds can be solved with oats. But when porridge doesn’t float your boat, it’s got to be bircher muesli or overnight oats. “I have always been a bit rude about overnight oats,” says Will Bowlby, co-founder of Kricket, whose Shoreditch arm recently launched a breakfast menu. “But when the weather is warm, soaking oats in coconut water, mixing them with jaggery, then throwing in things like fresh coconut, rhubarb or raspberries is a really nice alternative to porridge.”And it’s those extras that will set your oats apart, says Nia Burr of Esters in north London. “Flavour a big batch of yoghurt at the beginning of the week with honey and some kind of citrus, such as lime or blood orange, and make a rhubarb compote,” she says. “We then top it all off with a polenta-based cru...

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19 h. ago 'I'm a 5 star hotel housekeeper and this is one spring cleaning must'

As millions gut their homes after winter, a professional has warned of one item that shouldn't be overlooked

Society

19 h. ago Copy Rochelle Humes' chic look with her exact £40 linen trousers that are perfect for spring

Rochelle Humes looked beach-ready in a pair of linen trousers that sent fans wild - and we know where to shop the exact same ones in time for the spring heatwave

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19 h. ago Oaks excel at supporting the food web (including us). Arbor Day is a reason to plant one

The last Friday in April is national Arbor Day

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19 h. ago Fearne Cotton reflects on challenges of getting older in media industry: ‘I’m not young and gorgeous’

‘I’m no spring chicken’ said the TV personality

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