48 m. ago Gen Z eat spicy food so they don't look 'weak' in front of friends

A study of 2,000 adults found those aged 18-28 have the highest endurance for fiery dishes, with 43% rating their own spice tolerance as 'high' or 'very high'

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55 m. ago First look at Dumfries and Galloway homes aiming to be named Scotland’s Home of the Year

Properties in Dumfries and the Stewartry will feature in the south of Scotland episode of the popular BBC Scotland show.

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67 m. ago What would a youth visa scheme with the European Union look like?

As hopes grow for a youth mobility scheme with the European Union, The Independent looks at how it would work in practice

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89 m. ago Next shoppers say 'showstopper' £32 summer dress gives them 'a lovely shape'

"Great colour and fit. Perfect length and looks great on. I loved it so much I bought one in red. Lovely summer dress for exploring Spanish cafes and markets in June!".

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92 m. ago ‘It doesn’t look like it’s filled with sewage’: Fox News host defends RFK Jr swimming in contaminated Rock Creek

‘That [creek] looks clean,’ said Fox News’ host Jesse Watters on Tuesday

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94 m. ago Scottish Wildlife in May 2025: Here are 10 amazing natural spectacles happening in Scotland this month

There’s plenty of amazing things to look out for when you’re out and about this month.

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1 hour ago 'All kinds of nutty about climate.' New York's Rochester draws residents fleeing extreme weather

One of America’s first boomtowns and a former manufacturing hub, Rochester, New York, has captured the eye of some looking to escape extreme weather events

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1 hour ago Man City schedule before FA Cup final exposes Pep Guardiola priority

Manchester City take on Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final on Saturday as Pep Guardiola looks for his players to end the season in good shape

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2 h. ago Lidl's £10 garden gadget will help keep insects away this summer

If you are looking at hosting garden gatherings this summer, this Lidl product could be the one for you

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2 h. ago The wildest Cannes Film Festival looks of all time as new nudity ban is enforced

The festival organizers instated their new dress code just one day before the affair kicked off

Culture

2 h. ago Former '90s sitcom heartthrob is unrecognizable in latest snaps... but can you guess who it is?

This actor stole hearts around the globe thanks to his charming smile and silly personality in one of the most popular shows on the planet. But decades on, he looks extremely different.

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2 h. ago Gamer, 25, develops terrifying 'dropped head syndrome' from looking at his phone too much

Japanese medics have warned young people to be aware of the dangers of prolonged smartphone use after treating a 25-year-old man whose gaming habit led him to develop dropped head syndrome.

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2 h. ago David Lammy denies claim he dodged £590 taxi fare on trip to French ski resort with wife

French prosecutors probe claims Foreign Secretary and wife refused to pay taxi fare and driver sped off with luggage

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2 h. ago Welsh seaside holiday cottage with stunning views and hot tub – and still available in summer

If you're looking to book a UK staycation, this charming holiday cottage in Anglesey boasts stunning sea views – and still has availability left in the summer months

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2 h. ago Power Suit Princess! Kate's tailored triumphs come in every colour

The Princess of Wales has developed a strong preference for trouser suits, choosing professional looks that align with her role as Queen-in-waiting.

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2 h. ago How memories of clean water, frogs and fresh air could help save Rio’s favelas from future climate disaster

A new exhibition in the Brazilian city looks at how water, the environment and extreme weather is interwoven with personal stories from 10 marginalised communitiesLeticia Pinheiro grew up hearing stories about the Acari River. Her grandmother bathed in its clean waters; her father caught frogs on its margins; and many in the community made a living from fishing there.Now, Pinheiro, 28, and her peers do not even call it a river; it’s become known as a valão – an open canal for sewage and rubbish. It borders the Acari favela, which spread over swampy terrain in northern Rio de Janeiro from the 1920s. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Glam footballer Madelene Wright named 'prettiest girl' as night dress wows fans

Glam footballer Madelene Wright was called the ‘prettiest girl’ by her fans as she was lauded for her stunning looks wearing a silk night dress

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3 h. ago ‘Stunning’ Anglesey holiday cottage with sea views, hot tub and availability in school holidays

If you're looking to book a UK self-catering getaway this year, we've found a charming holiday cottage in Anglesey, Wales, that has travellers coming back again and again

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3 h. ago Kevin De Bruyne has the perfect opportunity to cement Man City legacy

Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne will look to be selected when Pep Guardiola's side head to Wembley for the FA Cup Final

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3 h. ago Man United dream XI after Antoine Semenyo, Liam Delap and Matheus Cunha transfers

The latest Manchester United news as it looks set to be a busy summer for Ruben Amorim as he looks to shape his squad ahead of the new season

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