1 hour ago One cup of a cheap kitchen staple in your laundry will keep white sparkling

There is nothing more frustrating then pulling out your once-pristine white shirt only to see it graying. But according to experts, the solution is refreshingly simple and sitting in your kitchen cupboard.

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2 h. ago Mum's warning after son chokes on item that doesn't show on X

Holly Morrison went back to A&E again and again with her son, Michael, without getting answers - and now she is sharing their story to raise awareness about the risks of choking

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2 h. ago Strictly's Stefan Dennis breaks silence after pulling out of live show in 'sorry to disappoint' admission

The Paul Robinson actor was due to perform with Dianne Buswell to a Shrek song for Movie Week

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3 h. ago Tight security and political tension hang over key Norway v Israel World Cup qualifier

The hosts in Oslo are closing in on qualification but the politics surrounding their visitors’ presence casts a shadow over the footballIt will be the most high-security sports event in Norway since the Winter Olympics in 1994. Anti-terror measures are in place throughout Oslo; a no-fly zone will be implemented in the skies above Ullevi Stadion and through all the tension it could be easy to forget that the national team are within touching distance of a first World Cup appearance for 27 years. Beating Israel would put them on the verge but the visitors’ presence has added multiple layers of complexity and controversy.That will be clear on Saturday afternoon, when a crowd of several thousand is expected to march peacefully from the centre of Oslo to a stage set up near the ground. It has been organised by the Palestine Committee in Norway under the slogan “Red card for Israel” and other bodies will be holding their own protests too. Outside Grønland metro station, posters of unclear...

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6 h. ago It’s Sam Altman: the man who stole the rights from copyright. If he’s the future, can we go backwards? | Marina Hyde

His AI video generator Sora 2 has been reviled for pinching the work of others. One giant leap for Sam: for everyone else, not so muchTake a look at Sam Altman. I mean, actually do it. Go to Google images, where you can find countless photos of the OpenAI boss smiling in a kind of wan genius way, the humble lost puppy of Silicon Valley. But I urge you to simply cover the bottom half of his face in any of these pictures, and you will immediately clock that Sam has the sad-psycho eyes of the lost woman’s boyfriend who the police have asked to front the missing person’s appeal. Please come home, Sheila – we’re all worried sick and we just want you back.If that joke seems off-colour, or crass, or some kind of manipulative stretch – please, don’t worry. I’m using the OpenAI gold standard of giving-a-toss, where the unwilling subjects of any generated content have to formally, time-consumingly and bureaucratically opt out of being used/abused/exploited any way anyone likes. I haven’t hear...

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6 h. ago Beach walker picks up 'rock' in sand and is stunned when he learns what it is

A beach walker was left utterly gobsmacked after he picked up an item in the sand, as it was not what he was expecting at all - and it's left people in awe

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6 h. ago Sow vegetable in October for delicious bumper crop in spring

Broad beans are a great crop to grow in the vegetable garden, they are easy to grow and are a great source of protein. They are also a good source of vitamins A, C and K, as well as being high in fibre.

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6 h. ago All fluffed up: why modern balls are causing frustration and injury in tennis

Daniil Medvedev is one of a growing number of leading players who say that the balls have become unpredictable and are affecting their gameIt did not take Daniil Medvedev long to realise he was in serious trouble at the French Open. As he tried to find a way past Britain’s Cameron Norrie in the first round, Medvedev simply did not feel comfortable on the ball.With his prospects of advancing in one of the biggest tournaments in the world dwindling, the 29-year-old settled on a drastic solution. Medvedev requested completely different strings when he sent his rackets for restringing mid-match, switching from a hybrid of natural gut and polyester strings to a full polyester setup. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago All fluffed up: why modern balls are sparking injury worries and frustration in tennis

Daniil Medvedev is one of a growing number of leading players who say that the balls have become unpredictable and are affecting their gameIt did not take Daniil Medvedev long to realise he was in serious trouble at the French Open. As he tried to find a way past Britain’s Cameron Norrie in the first round, the Russian simply did not feel comfortable striking the ball.With his prospects of advancing in one of the biggest tournaments in the world dwindling, the 29-year-old settled on a drastic solution. Medvedev requested completely different strings when he sent his rackets to be restrung mid-match, switching from a hybrid of natural gut and polyester strings to a full polyester setup. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Gardeners urged to hang 1 item to stop magpies bullying robins out of gardens

As natural food sources decline in autumn, magpies are often seen at bird feeders - but they tend to eat eggs from other nests which can stop other birds from visiting gardens. However, there is an easy way to keep magpies away

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7 h. ago Lawns will look 'perfect' in winter if gardeners complete 1 task in October

A gardening expert called Ish has shared a simple hack to keep your lawn looking "perfect" throughout the autumn and winter months. A task should be completed in October

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7 h. ago Hang this 1 simple item to stop magpies bullying robins in your garden

Magpies are known for their intelligence and can mimic the songs of other birds, but they are also territorial and will bully smaller birds like robins out of gardens

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7 h. ago I'm a fashion editor and I've just tried on 49 white shirts. Here are the 5 everyone should get

A simple white shirt might not seem simple to wear. You may think they're schoolish, too plain Jane or a bit sharp for day-to-day life. But here are the top six to try now.

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7 h. ago Starbucks customer asks barista to put coffee in autumnal item with wild results

Coffee lover Libby May Fitzpatrick headed to her local Starbucks drive-thru to take part in a viral social media trend, and the end result left her totally delighted

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7 h. ago Tinned soup can 'taste even better' by adding unexpected ingredient to saucepan

A woman has shared a simple hack to make tinned soup taste better, and it's all down to one unlikely ingredient. The recipe could help take your soup to the next level

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8 h. ago Lisa Knapp dead: Reality TV star dies suddenly as husband pays tribute

Lisa Knapp, who was known for her appearances on Swedish reality show Robinson, has died at the age of 52

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8 h. ago Scrambled eggs will be fluffier and delicious if you swap milk for 1 common ingredient

If you're a fan of scrambled eggs for breakfast, then you'll want to know about this simple cooking hack that will help you achieve the perfect fluffy texture every time

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8 h. ago What it means if you see a robin when someone dies and action you need to take

An astrologer has weighed in on the significance of seeing robins after a death

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8 h. ago Immediate action you need to take if you see a robin after someone dies

Many believe that birds are a clear message from the other side, and one astrologist has weighed in on the significance of seeing robins in particular after a death

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8 h. ago Ricky Hatton funeral: Son Campbell pays an emotional tribute in memorial service

A funeral procession started at the Cheshire Cheese pub and was led by the famous Reliant Robin van from Only Fools and Horses.

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