32 h. ago Eggs remain firm for weeks and not watery if stored in unlikely kitchen spot

The best way to store eggs is a contentious issue, while some people prefer to keep theirs in the fridge, others believe keeping them at room temperature is better

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51 h. ago Ryanair passengers 'injured' after plane makes emergency landing during 'supercell' storm

It is believed nine people were injured, including a two-year-old child.

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51 h. ago Saying simple phrase on Vinted can shift items you're struggling to sell

A professional Vinted seller has shared her top tips to help you sell items faster - and people can't believe they haven't already tried out the tricks for themselves

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2 d. ago Woman can't believe what she finds in charity shop as people tell her to 'sell for £1m'

A woman who walked into a charity shop couldn't believe her luck after unearthing some items that could be worth a fortune - and to top it off, she was able to take it home for free

Economics

3 d. ago World won’t forget Tiananmen Square, US and Taiwan say on 36th anniversary of massacre

Date of 4 June remains one of China’s strictest taboos, with government using increasingly sophisticated tools to censor its discussion The world will never forget the Tiananmen Square massacre, the US secretary of state and Taiwan president have said on the 36th anniversary of the crackdown, which China’s government still tries to erase from domestic memory.There is no official death toll but activists believe hundreds, possibly thousands, were killed by China’s People’s Liberation Army in the streets around Tiananmen Square, Beijing’s central plaza, on 4 June 1989. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Closing arguments begin in sexual misconduct trial of Harvey Weinstein

Ex-movie mogul is charged with assaulting three women from 2006 to 2013, and has attended trial in wheelchairThe third sexual misconduct trial of former movie mogul Harvey Weinstein was rapidly heading toward a conclusion on Tuesday, as prosecutors and the defense began delivering closing arguments in Manhattan criminal court.“If there is a doubt about their case, you gotta throw it out,” defense attorney Arthur Aidala said of three women who testified against Weinstein. “These are the people they want you to believe – they’re all women with broken dreams.” Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Pearl Jam invites fan to play on stage and people can't believe what happens next

A Pearl Jam fan had the gig of his lifetime after being invited on stage to perform with the band, with the Eddie Vedder-fronted group left stunned by his skills

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5 d. ago Lechlade boat 'explodes' as nine people rushed to hospital including baby

Alarming photos from the scene show firefighters battling a blaze on a boat on the bank of the Thames in the small town of Lechlade - it's believed to have exploded, putting nine people in hospital

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8 d. ago Woman branded 'genius' for cheese hack that promises perfect slices

A woman has gone viral on social media after sharing a simple cheese-slicing hack that promises perfect, even slices every time - and people can't believe they never knew about it before

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9 d. ago Liverpool parade crash latest: Suspect revealed as ‘married father

Police face questions after car believed to have tailgated ambulance through roadblock and injured 65 people when it ploughed into crowd of fans

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9 d. ago Brits enjoy midweek BBQs thanks to sizzling weather with healthier food on menu

More than three quarters of people believe that BBQs are no longer just a weekend pursuit - and many say they are eating less animal meat during the week more than they did in 2023

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9 d. ago Four women and three girls die as migrant boat capsizes off Canary Islands

Rescue service said movement of estimated 150 people onboard caused boat to tip as it approached portFour women and three girls have died after a boat carrying dozens of migrants capsized as it approached a port on one of Spain’s Canary Islands.Spain’s maritime rescue service said the boat, believed to be carrying about 150 people, was spotted 6 miles off La Restinga harbour on the island of El Hierro on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Liverpool parade crash latest: Police given more time to question suspect as number of injured climbs to 79

Police face questions after car believed to have tailgated ambulance through roadblock and injured 65 people when it ploughed into crowd of fans

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1 week ago Liverpool parade crash latest: Club ‘cancels further title celebrations’ as police still questioning driver

Police face questions after car believed to have tailgated ambulance through roadblock and injured 65 people when it ploughed into crowd of fans

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1 week ago Trump says Putin is ‘playing with fire’ in wake of massive Russian strikes on Ukraine – US politics live

US president claims if it weren’t for him ‘really bad’ things would have happened to Russia amid signs he is frustrated with Russian president’s stalling of peace talksEarlier this morning, Alan Garber, president of Harvard University, told NPR’s Morning Edition that elite institutions need to double down on their “commitment to the good of the nation” and “be firm in our commitments to what we stand for”.Garber said he finds the measures taken by the Trump administration to be “perplexing”; while he acknowledges there is work to be done on campus regarding viewpoint diversity, he said he struggles to see a link between funding freezes and fighting antisemitism.I think that we have heard from some people that they do feel that [Harvard lacks viewpoint diversity]. What is perplexing is the measures that they have taken to address these that don’t even hit the same people that they believe are causing the problems. Why cut off research funding? Sure, it hurts Harvard, but it hurts the...

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1 week ago King Charles tells Canada’s parliament country will stay ‘strong and free’ amid Trump annexation threats – live

Monarch says Canada ‘faces critical moment’ as unprecedented address comes amid Trump’s repeated threats that US should make Canada the 51st stateEarlier this morning, Alan Garber, president of Harvard University, told NPR’s Morning Edition that elite institutions need to double down on their “commitment to the good of the nation” and “be firm in our commitments to what we stand for”.Garber said he finds the measures taken by the Trump administration to be “perplexing”; while he acknowledges there is work to be done on campus regarding viewpoint diversity, he said he struggles to see a link between funding freezes and fighting antisemitism.I think that we have heard from some people that they do feel that [Harvard lacks viewpoint diversity]. What is perplexing is the measures that they have taken to address these that don’t even hit the same people that they believe are causing the problems. Why cut off research funding? Sure, it hurts Harvard, but it hurts the country because after...

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1 week ago King Charles to give speech in Canada’s parliament in reminder to Trump of country’s sovereignty – live

Monarch’s unprecedented speech from the throne comes amid Trump’s repeated threats that the US should annex Canada and make it the 51st state Earlier this morning, Alan Garber, president of Harvard University, told NPR’s Morning Edition that elite institutions need to double down on their “commitment to the good of the nation” and “be firm in our commitments to what we stand for”.Garber said he finds the measures taken by the Trump administration to be “perplexing”; while he acknowledges there is work to be done on campus regarding viewpoint diversity, he said he struggles to see a link between funding freezes and fighting antisemitism.I think that we have heard from some people that they do feel that [Harvard lacks viewpoint diversity]. What is perplexing is the measures that they have taken to address these that don’t even hit the same people that they believe are causing the problems. Why cut off research funding? Sure, it hurts Harvard, but it hurts the country because after all...

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1 week ago Dozens injured as car ploughs into crowd at Liverpool FC victory parade – video

Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade descended into chaos on Monday evening after a car collided with pedestrians in the city centre leaving nearly 50 people injured including children. A British man believed to be the driver of the vehicle was arrested at the scene of the collision in the heart of the city, after roads had been reopened following the main paradeA day of joy and celebration for Liverpool turned into one of horrorDozens injured as car ploughs into crowd at Liverpool FC victory parade Continue reading...

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1 week ago Dozens injured as car ploughs into crowd at Liverpool FC victory parade

Man arrested after city centre collision at end of club’s Premier league title celebrationsDay of joy for Liverpool turns into one of horrorLiverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade descended into chaos on Monday evening after a car collided with pedestrians in the city centre leaving nearly 50 people injured including children.A 53-year-old white British man believed to be the driver of the vehicle was arrested at the scene of the collision on Water Street in the heart of the city, metres from the Royal Liver Building and the town hall, after roads had been reopened following the main parade. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Nearly 50 injured after car ploughs into crowd at Liverpool FC victory parade

Man arrested after city centre collision at end of club’s Premier league title celebrationsReport: Day of joy for Liverpool turns into one of horrorLiverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade descended into chaos on Monday evening after a car collided with pedestrians in the city centre leaving nearly 50 people injured including children.A 53-year-old white British man believed to be the driver of the vehicle was arrested at the scene of the collision on Water Street in the heart of the city, metres from the Royal Liver Building and the town hall, after roads had been reopened following the main parade. Continue reading...

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