29 h. ago Angie Stone was a wise singer who deeply understood the power of love and lust

The neo-soul artist, who has died aged 63, had years of experience by the time she became a star – and brought it to bear on a carnal, careworn catalogue• News: soul singer Angie Stone dies in a car crash at 63Angie Stone was no overnight success. By the time 2001’s Mahogany Soul made her a star, she’d logged two decades in the game, starting out in pioneering all-girl rap trio the Sequence, before passing through went-nowhere R&B groups like Devox and Vertical Hold and writing and singing with other artists (including D’Angelo, her former lover and father of their son, Michael). Once Clive Davis’s Arista Records signed her in 1999, those years of experience set her apart from the neo-soul pack, having worn a powerful grain into her rich, agile voice, and steeping her music in soul’s deep history.Her debut for Arista, Black Diamond, retooled lush 70s soul for the new century: Green Grass Vapors – a love song to the sweet leaf with Stone “higher than the Thunder Dome” – was from ...

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33 h. ago Inside Mariah Carey's fitness regime and strict diet as she shows off slim figure

Mariah Carey, 55, has once again wowed fans with her age-defying looks and slim figure, but what's her secret? We've taken a look at her fitness regime and strict diet

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34 h. ago Ash Sarkar: ‘I no longer care about microaggressions – pronounce my name however you want’

The so-called ‘Queen of Woke’ – as Tories love to call her – is declaring time of death on the culture wars. As she publishes her first book, she speaks with Maira Butt about moving past identity politics and debates over unisex bathrooms, sparring with Piers Morgan – and going to therapy

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38 h. ago How to give your loved ones a GOOD death... by the hospice nurse and TikTok influencer who says caring for the dying is great fun!

Before I became a hospice nurse, I don't think I ever really gave much consideration to what a natural death is. Now I talk about it all the time.

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51 h. ago Scot banned from keeping animals after leaving rabbits to die with no food or vet care

WARNING - distressing images. Due to the extent of the injuries, rabbits were euthanised.

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55 h. ago Jill Halfpenny enjoys romantic Paris holiday with her new flame as she discusses finding love again after death of her partner Matt Janes

Handsome marketing executive Ian McAllister, 48, has brought joy back into the life of the former Strictly winner following the tragic death of her partner Matt Janes from a heart attack in 2017.

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3 d. ago EXCLUSIVE: Upminster care home resident, 91, died 'after catheter got blocked'

EXCLUSIVE: Upminster care home resident, 91, died 'after catheter got blocked'  Romford Recorder

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3 d. ago I'm a hospice nurse and I'm always asked about the afterlife

Working with the dying as a hospice nurse presented me with an opportunity that would change my beliefs on what happens when we leave Earth: deathbed visions.

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3 d. ago Bristol dog attack neighbour reveals chilling warning about 'XL Bully' before woman killed

A man and woman in their 20s were taken into custody on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury resulting in death after the "lovely" 19-year-old was killed

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4 d. ago ‘Married men HATE glitter’: TikTokers take to crafty way to ward off cheaters

Glitter transfers easily and is tough to wash off, which is why women are using it to leave a message – and for revengeLipstick on the collar, a stray earring tucked into seat cushions: women have long relied on makeup and fashion to catch cheaters. Now, there’s a new method for singles who want to ensure a date doesn’t have a secret spouse at home – provided they aren’t afraid of microplastics.In a TikTok posted this month with more than 2m likes, the fitness influencer Dalia Grande spritzed glitter all over her body while getting ready for a first date: “bc I’m at the age where they could be married (Married men HATE glitter)”, she wrote in the caption. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Who is Michelle Trachtenberg's boyfriend Jay Cohen? How the actress found love before her sudden death

Gossip Girl star and Buffy the Vampire Slayer alum Michelle Trachtenberg has died aged 39. Before her sudden passing, she was in a long-term relationship with her talent agent, Jay Cohen.

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5 d. ago Henry Kelly’s wild career moments and most iconic catchphrases on Going For Gold

Presenter Henry Kelly rose to fame after his gameshow appearances in his 30s, despite having started out his career in newspaper journalism. His family confirmed he died "peacefully" on Tuesday evening aged 78

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5 d. ago Tide turns against food influencers: 'Over the top' TikTok vloggers who gush over viral dishes are overtaking people with 'real knowledge', critics warn

The vice-president of the Guild of Food Writers, Chetna Makan - who is also a popular London-based food creator - said she 'doesn't trust' the vast majority of online videos about food.

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6 d. ago TikTok star, 20, brutally murdered in knife attack as friend remains in critical condition

Sain Lucian TikTok influencer Jolie William died after an attacker broke into the guest house she was staying at with a friend, stabbing both of them multiple times, with the friend still in hospital

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7 d. ago EastEnders fans 'work out' Stacey's new love interest after Martin Fowler death

EastEnders viewers have been left heartbroken after Martin Fowler died in the 40th anniversary live episode - and fans are convinced they know who Stacey's next love interest will be.

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7 d. ago EastEnders Stacey Slater 'set for romance' with returning legend after Martin Fowler death

EastEnders fans are convinced they have worked out who Stacey Slater's new love interest will be following the death of Martin Fowler

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8 d. ago I'm a TikTok travel influencer but will never park at Peak District beauty spot again after my ordeal

TikTok travel influencer Chelsea Coltart, 28, has warned others about parking at popular hiking trails after an ordeal at a Peak District beauty spot.

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8 d. ago Latest death notices across Wales as families remember loved ones

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

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9 d. ago Record breaking snooker star Wael Talaat dies aged 60 as tributes paid to 'iconic figure'

Record-breaking African snooker icon Wael Talaat has died at the age of 60 following an illustrious career in the sport, with tributes paid to the "renowned player and true gentleman"

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9 d. ago Jerry Butler, soul hitmaker and Illinois politician, dies aged 85

Singer and songwriter who had a longstanding partnership with Curtis Mayfield earned the nickname ‘Iceman’ for his cool demeanourJerry Butler, the US singer and songwriter who had a string of 1960s pop and soul hits before a long career in Illinois politics, has died aged 85.According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Butler died at home on Thursday. He had been living with Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading...

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