4 h. ago Dramatic images show firefighters battling blaze at waste dump

Four fire engines from the surrounding area were sent to deal with the blaze

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4 h. ago How Manchester United and Tottenham can thrive again thanks to a Europa League lesson

The final four offers great contrast with Bodo/Glimt and Athletic Club offering a different vision to the billions wasted by Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur

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8 h. ago How to turn leftover roast lamb inito mouthwatering quesadillas – recipe | Waste not

Leftover cooked lamb is ideal for hard frying, stuffing into tacos and topping with salsaIf you’re anything like me, you love a big roast dinner on Sundays. A joint of meat is a magnificent offering, but it can sometimes be hard to carve cleanly, and you end up leaving chunks of meat and flavoursome fat on the bone. These scraps are perfect for turning into succulent, tasty tacos. Cut any meat and fat off the bone, then shred with two forks. I’ve added black beans to bulk out the meat; if you have less meat, or want to make a vegetarian version, just use an extra tin of beans. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Scientists have finally discovered the secret to the 'perfect' pasta recipe

Italian scientists have revealed the physics of the perfect cacio e pepe sauce

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12 h. ago You've been making pasta wrong! Scientists reveal the ultimate recipe for Cacio e pepe

At first glance Cacio e pepe looks like a simple recipe containing only three ingredients - pasta, Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. But making it without lumps is harder than it looks.

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15 h. ago 'Drug takers, drinkers and and wastrels': The Greater Manchester house that became a 'lawless den of iniquity'

These pictures show the 'filthy hovel' where a Bolton grooming gang carried out unspeakable crimes against underage girls

Society

17 h. ago Headteacher accuses Welsh Government of wasting cash on 'vanity projects' while schools face deficits and job cuts

A survey by NAHT Cymru showed more than half its members predict their schools will be in budget deficit this academic year

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20 h. ago Spruiking, fake tradies and corflute stoushes: how to understand the Australian election

Federal elections bring out a special vocabulary that has become all too familiar to Australian voters, but potentially baffling to outsidersFollow all our Australia 2025 election coverageAustralians pride themselves on their distinctive federal elections. It’s among a handful of nations that enforces compulsory voting, boasting a turnout rate of more than 90%. The preferential voting system, in theory, means no votes are wasted and choice matters. In recent years, Australians even have an emblem for their civic duty – a democracy sausage – the natural conclusion of voting on a Saturday at schools eager to raise funds.Also unique is Australian campaign vernacular, which is, year after year, keenly adopted by the media and politicians alike. From donkey voting to corflute stoushes and spruiking, here are some of the weird idioms you need to know to keep abreast of what’s been happening in the lead-up to Saturday’s federal election, which pitches incumbent Anthony Albanese’s Labor aga...

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25 h. ago Nicole Kidman is receiving an award from Salma Hayek's husband... after the bombshells seemed to 'feud' last year

Nicole Kidman is receiving yet another honor in her very long list of accolades. The Oscar winner will be the recipient of the Woman In Motion at the Cannes Film Festival which kicks off May 13.

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26 h. ago Tiny UK restaurant loved by Michelin is awarded highest honour in sustainable dining

Chapters has been recognised for its efforts in sustainable practices and low waste philosophy with a prestigious global award

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27 h. ago Carney gave a eulogy for Canada’s old relationship with the US. Now he must redefine it

Prime minister pledges to reduce country’s reliance on US trade – but must navigate competing visions for the futureCanada election live – latest updatesIn his victory speech early on Tuesday, Mark Carney wasted little time calling both for a dramatic reshaping of his government’s relationship with the United States, arguing that threats from Donald Trump cast doubt Canada’s ability to function as a “free, sovereign, and ambitious” nation.The former central banker and investment executive had for months focused his electoral campaign on the threats from Canada’s largest trading partner and longtime political ally. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago Physicists find key to perfect pasta – but not how Mamma used to make it

Scientific recipe for cacio e pepe avoids a lumpy sauce but uses powdered starch instead of reserved pasta waterIt may be only pasta, pecorino and black pepper, but cacio e pepe is not nearly as easy to make as some would imagine.However, researchers have come up with a scientific recipe that avoids a lumpy sauce every single time – but it all gets a lot more complicated. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago Physicists find key to perfect pasta – but it’s not how Mamma used to make it

Scientific recipe for cacio e pepe avoids a lumpy sauce but uses powdered starch instead of reserved pasta waterIt may be only pasta, pecorino and black pepper, but cacio e pepe is not nearly as easy to make as some would imagine.Now, researchers have come up with a scientific recipe that avoids a lumpy sauce every single time – but it all gets a lot more complicated. Continue reading...

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29 h. ago Italian scientists reveal the 'perfect' recipe for Cacio e pepe pasta

At first glance Cacio e pepe looks like a simple recipe containing only three ingredients - pasta, Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. But making it without lumps is harder than it looks.

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30 h. ago US trade deficit surges; Amazon accused of ‘hostile and political’ act for displaying tariff costs – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsUK grocery inflation has edged up this month, as consumers are hit by rising food prices.Data provider Kantar has reported that supermarket prices rose by 3.8% per year in the four weeks to April 20, up from 3.5% a month earlier.“Chocolate confectionery prices rose by 17.4% this period, the fastest of any category, but that didn’t stop the British public treating themselves this Easter. The volume of chocolate eggs sold through supermarket tills still grew by 0.4% on last year, while at the dinner table lamb was the most popular fresh meat joint, followed by beef and pork.Some households chose to indulge in less seasonal fare as the sun came out and they dusted off the barbecue, with burger sales shooting up by 31% over the last month.”The way in which regulations are being applied to bioethanol is undermining the commercial viability of our business. We are having constructive discussions with the UK Government to explore re...

Economics

30 h. ago US trade deficit surges ahead of tariffs; China vows not to ‘kneel down’ – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsUK grocery inflation has edged up this month, as consumers are hit by rising food prices.Data provider Kantar has reported that supermarket prices rose by 3.8% per year in the four weeks to April 20, up from 3.5% a month earlier.“Chocolate confectionery prices rose by 17.4% this period, the fastest of any category, but that didn’t stop the British public treating themselves this Easter. The volume of chocolate eggs sold through supermarket tills still grew by 0.4% on last year, while at the dinner table lamb was the most popular fresh meat joint, followed by beef and pork.Some households chose to indulge in less seasonal fare as the sun came out and they dusted off the barbecue, with burger sales shooting up by 31% over the last month.”The way in which regulations are being applied to bioethanol is undermining the commercial viability of our business. We are having constructive discussions with the UK Government to explore re...

Economics

31 h. ago RecipeTin Eats founder accuses Brooki Bakehouse of plagiarising recipes in popular cookbook

Brooke Bellamy denies taking recipes from fellow cookbook author Nagi Maehashi, who said it felt like ‘blatant exploitation’Get our weekend culture and lifestyle emailThe founder of food website RecipeTin Eats has accused an influencer of plagiarising her recipes in a bestselling Australian cookbook.On Tuesday Nagi Maehashi, who started RecipeTin Eats in 2014, accused Brooke Bellamy – also known as Brooki Bakehouse – of plagiarising two of her recipes in Bellamy’s popular cookbook, Bake with Brooki.Sign up for the fun stuff with our rundown of must-reads, pop culture and tips for the weekend, every Saturday morning Continue reading...

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31 h. ago Is the taste of YOUR favourite drink about to change? Sugar tax extension 'will force recipe tweaks'

The Treasury has confirmed plans to extend the soft drinks industry levy (SDIL) to milkshakes and other dairy-based drinks.

Events

32 h. ago 'Criminal' carbonara mistake people make is so easy to fix, says top pasta chef

An Italian pasta chef has shared the proper way to make carbonara, including the type of meat you should use, the sauce recipe and the one big mistake people make

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33 h. ago Brits urged to put cardboard in their gardens before summer arrives

Leftover packaging need not go to waste as one gardening expert has shared this unique tip to help homeowners spice up their gardens and cut down on clutter

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