1 hour ago The ‘sacrifice zone’: villagers resist the EU’s green push for lithium mining

Residents of a Portuguese rural idyll where four vast mines are planned are among those who feel they will pay too high a cost for the energy transitionFilipe Gomes had been craving fresh air and quiet routine when he and his partner quit the chaos of London’s catering industry for the fog-misted hills of Covas do Barroso, the sleepy Portuguese farming village in which he was raised.But his rural idyll has been disturbed by miners drilling boreholes as they push to dig four vast lithium mines right beside the village. The prospecting has sparked resistance from residents who fear the mines will foul the soil, drain the water and fill the air with the rumbling thunder of heavy trucks. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Swimmers’ annual nude plunge into chilly Tasmanian river marks the winter solstice – and Dark Mofo’s revival

Thousands took to the frigid waters amid shrieks and yells to mark the end of the restored annual festival, which had run lean in 2024Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSwimmers have stripped off and raced into chilly waters on the shortest day of the year.Wearing nothing but red swim caps, 3,000 courageous souls took the annual nude sunrise plunge into Hobart’s River Derwent to mark the winter solstice. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Ghibli’s midlife crisis: as beloved Japanese studio turns 40 will the magic fade?

Much of Studio Ghibli’s success is down to one man: 84-year-old Hayao Miyazaki, a master animator whose presence towers over the studio’s outputDisney, Pixar Ghibli. For its legions of admirers, the Japanese studiohasn’t just held its own against the American powerhouses, it has surpassed them with the impossible beauty of its hand-drawn animation and its commentary on the ambivalence of the human condition.Although he would refuse to acknowledge it, much of Studio Ghibli’s success is down to one man: Hayao Miyazaki, a master animator whose presence towers over the studio’s output. Making a feature-length anime the old-fashioned way may require a large and multitalented cast, but Miyazaki is the thread running through Ghibli’s creative genius. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago An Englishman in Newport – Sting wows Isle of Wight Festival

Other bands taking to the Main Stage on Friday included Lottery Winners, Amy Macdonald, The Corrs and Faithless.

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7 h. ago Bob MacIntyre ignites mini charge at Travelers as he produces sand magic with moment of quality

Scot makes moves as Tommy Fleetwood catches fire on day two

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8 h. ago Stereophonics Kelly Jones says band 'wasted years' after mistake over their fans

Stereophonics have reflected on their successful career as they rock the headline act at the iconic Isle of Wight Festival – but admit there was one thing they wished they realised sooner

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8 h. ago Aussie blonde bombshell Kimberley Davies to make Neighbours comeback in 'gift to fans'

Aussie born iconic soap legend Kimberley Davies is set to return to Ramsay Street to reprise her tole as Annalise Hartman after 20 years away from the soap silver screen

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9 h. ago Zara Phillips catches the eye in stylish trouser suit as she joins fellow royals at Ascot racing festival

The daughter of Princess Anne donned the unique outfit for the fourth day of the Berkshire racing festival on Friday.

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10 h. ago Glastonbury Festival's secret act 'revealed' as fans spot huge clue just days before

Glastonbury Festival is set to make a triumphant return this year, with the likes of The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo headlining - but there's still a mystery act on the bill

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10 h. ago Megan Fox's ex Machine Gun Kelly emotionally breaks silence on pair's relationship after welcoming daughter

The 35-year-old musician, born Colson Baker, also gave an update about co-parenting with his ex-fiancée as he seemingly unveiled their current relationship status.

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11 h. ago King Charles and actress Sophie Winkleman are seen enjoying royal box experience at Ascot racing festival

The Monarch, 76, looked to be in deep conversation with Ms Winkleman, the wife of Lord Frederick Windsor and half-sister of TV presenter Claudia, as they watched the  excitement unfold.

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11 h. ago Gailard Sartain death: Hee Haw and Elizabethtown actor dies aged 78

The Oklahoma-born actor was a regular on country music show ‘Hee Haw’ and voiced Big Daddy in ‘The Simpsons’

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12 h. ago Inisherin to star in Royal Ascot finale – here are my day five tips

Amiloc was another winner for Daily Star Chief Tipster Jason Heavey on Friday and he has plenty of fancies for the last day of the racing festival

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12 h. ago Roman summer dress so comfortable shoppers 'cant resist' buying all 5 colours

"Love love love these dresses so pretty and comfortable to wear true to size I now own five of these in different colours can't resist them."

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13 h. ago Ed Sheeran played as Gordon Ramsay 'collapsed like a wimp' while wife Tana gave birth

Gordon Ramsay fainted in the delivery room when his son Oscar was born, despite his wife Tana banning him from being present at the births of their first four children

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13 h. ago Five huge events and festivals taking place in Greater Manchester this weekend

There's food festivals, Pride events and Hungarian fruit brandy all up for partaking in this weekend

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13 h. ago King Charles greets Duchess of York with a kiss on the hand as he shows his affection with the royals at Ascot

The King and his glamorous relatives embraced the fun-filled spirit of Royal Ascot today as they jovially greeted one another on the fourth day of the racing festival in Berkshire.

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14 h. ago Now Meghan launches her own WINE: Duchess releases new As Ever merchandise including Napa Valley rosé 'infused with joy and whimsy' alongside honey and apricot spread

The Duchess of Sussex revealed a trio of new products under her lifestyle brand As Ever today as she launched Napa Valley rosé wine, apricot spread and a new honey.

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15 h. ago AD FEATURE: A celebration of food, drink, and music is coming to Tatton Park this summer

Experience the taste of the Loire Valley without leaving Manchester as Vins de Loire takes part in the Foodies Festival

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15 h. ago A royally good day out! Princess Eugenie and an affectionate King Charles lead the glamorous royals having fun in the sun at Ascot

The King and his glamorous relatives embraced the fun-filled spirit of Royal Ascot today as they jovially greeted one another on the fourth day of the racing festival in Berkshire.

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