5 h. ago Mark Williams explains logic behind ‘blind shots’ that helped him ease past Shaun Murphy

Williams pulled off several outstanding pots after closing his eyes before making contact with the cue ball in Jeddah

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19 h. ago Funeral director to enter pleas to 63 charges after remains found at premises

Robert Bush was charged after an investigation into Legacy Independent Funeral Directors’ sites in Hull.

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8 d. ago Next up, the Ashes – and England will need Ben Stokes at his all

England’s batting lineup looks settled for the trip to Australia, but their fast-bowling stocks were stretched against India and the captain can help ease the burdenThe England-India epic that ended up like two weary prizefighters trading blows will live long in the memory – a 2‑2 classic for which the players on both sides deserve immense credit. Not that Mohammed Siraj, still hitting 90mph on the speed gun on the 25th day, showed weariness. If anything, he could well hold the key to solving the world’s energy problems.Plaudits in particular go to three men who stepped up bravely when other sports would have simply subbed them off: Shoaib Bashir bowled with a broken left hand at Lord’s; Rishabh Pant batted with a broken foot at Old Trafford; and then Chris Woakes, Horatio Nelson armed with a Gray-Nicolls, followed him in folklore at the Oval. Don’t be fooled by the white flannels and the stoppages for tea – Test cricket is a brutal sport. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Joanne Robertson’s beautifully murky folksong and the best of the week’s new tracks

Known as a core Dean Blunt collaborator, the singer and painter has a way with hypnotic melodies and blurred guitar that brings to mind the best of GrouperFrom Blackpool, EnglandRecommended if you like Grouper, Sinéad O’Connor, Dean Blunt Up next New album Blurr released via AD 93 on 19 SeptemberThe best of the UK underground right now resonates with a dank hum, a grimy, disaffected feeling. You don’t need me to tell you why: just listen to Moin, Mark William Lewis, Quade or Still House Plants and let the feeling mingle with the deep sense of dread already entrenched in your bones. One strand of this sound’s DNA can be traced back to Dean Blunt’s warped experimentalism. Anyone attuned to the enigmatic London musician’s output is likely already aware of his long-term collaborator Joanne Robertson, a fixture on 2021’s Black Metal 2 and last year’s Backstage Raver among others. For those outside the Bluntverse, she’s likely to go overground this year as the latest tendril from its worl...

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3 w. ago AD FEATURE: How you can help combat holiday hunger this summer

More children are facing hunger and hardship, but Tesco’s pre-packed donation bags are an easy way to help them over the school holidays

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3 w. ago Diet that sheds weight fast by eating MORE: This easy plan was made to help cancer patients

At the age of 65, I have reached crunch point. I'm sick of weird diets and I'm seriously fed up with feeling hungry. I'm also really hacked off at still being fat

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3 w. ago Robin Williams facts to mark the wacky awareness day created in his honour

It’s 11 years since comedian Robin Williams died at the age of 63. We remember the icon on his birthday – christened Invite an Alien to Live with You Day by fans

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3 w. ago Inside UK's huge £25m EV boost for Brits who don't have a drive

The UK Government has announced a massive £63m investment package to help make owning an EV easier and more cost-effective, allowing Brits to save up to £1,500 a year

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3 w. ago 90s boy band star unrecognisable in normal job after band reunites without him

Bobak Kianoush was a member of boy band Another Level alongside Dane Bowers, Wayne Williams and Mark Baron, but he has since turned his back on the music industry

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3 w. ago I was on my way to start my dream life in Dubai when my skin started falling off. This is the very common reaction that caused it

When Chloe Tatton boarded a flight to relocate to Dubai early last year, she hoped the change of climate might help ease her skin problems

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4 w. ago Subway’s Kids Eat Free deal is back for West Lothian families to tuck into tasty treats

West Lothian residents can enjoy one free kids’ meal with the purchase of any Footlong Sub at participating restaurants in the area, helping to ease the cost of the summer holidays.

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4 w. ago Jay Slater unanswered questions examined by case expert – knives, missing pals and Rolex

EXCLUSIVE: With a hearing about Jay Slater's death set to resume on July 24, the Daily Star spoke to expert Mark Williams-Thomas who has been investigating the teenager's disappearance

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4 w. ago New research reveals whether soup actually helps soothe cold and flu symptoms

While soup isn’t a replacement for medicine, it might offer a simple way to ease symptoms and help people feel better

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Shoppers say they 'need' the new product that could help make daily chores easier to complete

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Tight calves? These clever stretchers help boost flexibility, ease tension and support recovery — no gym required

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