4 h. ago HMRC warns people working from home ‘don’t get caught out’ as it highlights key red flag

People working from home can be eligible to claim work expenses, but accepting bad advice could mean they have to pay HMRC instead, with the tax office urging people to recognise the warning signs

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29 h. ago Voices: Should you ever date a smoker if you can’t bear the habit?

The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email dearvix@independent.co.uk for advice on love, work, family and relationships

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44 h. ago Horror moment huge waves wipe out tourists as Brits run to avoid being sucked in

A giant wave submerged the shocked tourists on the Tenerife beach as authorities in the Canary Islands again warn of the danger of ignoring the red flag warnings

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69 h. ago Anyone noticing one smell between 2am and 5am urged to check bed sheets

An expert has shared the 'red flag' signs you could be dealing with a bed bug infestation

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4 d. ago ‘Rashes, pain, blisters and bleeding’ are we glossing over the dangers of manicures?

Gel and acrylic varnishes have been blamed for a host of unpleasant side-effects, stretching far beyond the fingertips. Some ingredients have been banned – but will that be enough to make the process safe?From French tips to glazed doughnuts, shimmering cat eye to high-shine chrome, getting your nails done is the beauty trend that refuses to fade. Gel polish, dip powder, acrylic overlays whatever the method, the demand for durable, chip-resistant, manicured nails is so strong that salons now often outnumber high street bank branches in the UK.But behind the glossy finish lies a more complicated story. Last month, the European Union banned TPO – an ingredient that helps gel polish to harden under UV light – after animal studies suggested it could harm fertility or a developing foetus. The UK is expected to follow next year. It’s not the first safety red flag: Hema, another common ingredient, was restricted in DIY nail kits in 2021 after a surge in cases of allergic contact dermatitis...

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6 d. ago Vet shares puppy farm 'red flags' for anyone looking for new dog

The expert warned pet owners to look out for the 'red flag' signs that could signal trouble

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7 d. ago Revealed: Social media 'red flag' that someone may be having mental difficulties

Researchers looked at social media posts and mental health - is it better to be a late night keyboard warrior or a social media 'lurker'?

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7 d. ago Bad manners red flag for women but more men value good looks, poll suggests

More men than women cited intelligence and good looks as important qualities for their partner to have, survey results suggested.

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1 week ago MAFS UK star told to 'run' as fans hit out at 'red flag' behaviour

Married At First Sight UK fans were left unimpressed after the latest episode of the E4 dating show as they hit out at one star's behaviour

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1 week ago Singapore Grand Prix F1 qualifying: George Russell powers to pole position – live

️ Join us for updates from qualifying (start at 2pm BST)️ Sign up to The Recap newsletter | And you can mail NiallFive minutes until Q1, where the five drivers with the slowest lap times will be eliminated, and face starting towards the back of the grid tomorrow.Official word from the race stewards that Lewis Hamilton will face no further action, having been cleared of a red flag infringement in final practice. The Ferrari driver was investigated over his speed after Liam Lawson’s crash brought an end to the session. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Lando Norris breaks front wing after pit collision during Singapore GP practice

The British driver had just left his garage after a second red-flag stoppage when Leclerc was released directly into his path.

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2 w. ago 'My boyfriend made weird request before family holiday and people say it's a red flag'

A woman was left feeling uncomfortable when her boyfriend asked her to do something weird on a family holiday and she has asked for advice on the issue, unsure of whether she's in the wrong

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2 w. ago Common night time red flag could be 'early warning' for stroke or heart failure

Experts have identified a nightly behaviour which could be an early warning sign for stroke and heart failure

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2 w. ago 'Creepy Facebook message 10 years after husband's death was instant red flag'

Romance scam-fighter Ruth Grover received a strange message on Facebook - and uncovered a dark world of duplicity

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3 w. ago 'Red flag' signs your hormones are out of balance, according to expert

An expert shared the signs she sees most often in women with hormone imbalances, ranging from painful breasts to mood swings

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3 w. ago Dr Amir Khan shares 'red flag' cough symptom that means you need to see GP urgently

ITV's Dr Amir Khan is known for sharing health advice on shows like Lorraine; however, he recently shared vital guidance to anyone who is currently suffering with a pesky cough

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3 w. ago The red flag sign in your pee that means you could be at 25% higher risk of dementia revealed

A RED flag sign in your pee could mean you have a 25 per cent higher risk of dementia, scientists say. Having high levels of the protein albumin in your pee could mean you're at increased risk of developing the disease later in life, according to Karolinska Institutet. Also known as albuminuria, having the protein...

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3 w. ago SARAH VINE: The striking similarities between Sarah Ferguson and Meghan... and why Fergie's downfall should be a red flag for the Sussexes

The more I think about it, the more the parallels become blindingly obvious. Scary, even.

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3 w. ago Rain Spencer Confesses Her Fashion 'Red Flag' and Whose TSITP Team She's on During London Fashion Week

Rain Spencer Confesses Her Fashion 'Red Flag' and Whose TSITP Team She's on During London Fashion Week  People.com

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3 w. ago New tax warning to Scots as thousands of people receive HMRC fines

Around 20,000 Scots received a total of £5.5 million in fines for late Self Assessment tax returns.

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