29 m. ago Heat health alerts extended into next week during fourth summer heatwave

The warnings mean significant impacts on health and social care services

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33 m. ago Why do family holidays turn me into a sulky teenager again? | Nell Frizzell

It is August, so therefore I find myself in the midst of an intergenerational trip – and somehow unearthing a personality I thought I’d shed decades agoI am not one for aphorisms. I grew up with a water-stained copy of a dictionary of quotations by the toilet and, for the most part, by the toilet is where these things belong. But there is one saying by the American philosopher and yoga teacher Ram Dass that has always cheered me: “If you think you’re enlightened, go and spend a week with your family.”I have no idea if Ram Dass really said this. Just as I’m not sure if the Dalai Lama ever said: “Don’t let the behaviour of others destroy your inner peace.” Or whether Oscar Wilde believed the words he put into the mouth of Lord Illingworth in A Woman of No Importance: “Children begin by loving their parents; after a time they judge them; rarely, if ever, do they forgive them.” But as someone in the middle of a family holiday, I can certainly attest that any delusions about maturity, le...

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49 m. ago Dana White makes big vow over UFC fighter pay after Paramount deal

Earlier this week, the UFC agreed a new broadcast deal with Paramount+ from next year worth more than $7bn once their current contract with ESPN expires

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49 m. ago British woman, 61, dies in hospital a week after she was run over by 'drunk' driver on Turkish pedestrian crossing

The British woman who was run over twice by an allegedly drunk driver while on holiday in Turkey with her husband has tragically died a week after the incident. 

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54 m. ago Kate Middleton issues emotional message in new video released during summer break

The Princess of Wales took to Instagram to share the latest installment of her Mother Nature series, which focuses on celebrating the seasons in the UK.

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57 m. ago ‘Cherish bonds of love and friendship’ over summer, says Kate

Kate made the comments as part of Kensington Palace’s quarterly Mother Nature video series.

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61 m. ago Two dead and several in hospital after eating deadly sandwiches from food truck

An investigation has been launched following the second suspected case of fatal botulism in a matter of days in Italy - post-mortems are due on the most recent victims this week

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90 m. ago Death of man found in Moss Side alleyway remains 'unexplained' a week on

The body was discovered in a back alley in Moss Side

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94 m. ago Eamonn Holmes left 'delighted' after reuniting with former colleague after 20 years

The presenter will be joined by his former GMTV co-host on Good Morning Britain next week

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95 m. ago BBC presenter targeted by crazed stalker who also sent her sister bizarre gifts

The presenter was caused 'serious harm and distress' after being bombarded by Facebook messages

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1 hour ago Alcohol at football plans supported by local club as Stirling fans enjoy tipple

Stirling Albion unveiled a complimentary beer tasting ahead of their weekend home match - with the club having a successful trial of alcohol at a 'fanzone' earlier this summer.

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2 h. ago Premier League betting offers 2025/2026 kickoff: Free bets, price boosts and more

Find the latest free bet offers and welcome bonuses ahead of the first weekend of the 2025/26 Premier League season

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2 h. ago Air Canada to cancel flights ahead of possible cabin crew strike action

Air Canada is scaling back flights and warning it may ground its entire fleet by the weekend

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2 h. ago Jet2 launch new route from UK airport to Greek island loved for its sandy beaches

The weekly service will start from May 26, 2026 and will run every Tuesday until October 20, 2026 giving travellers the opportunity to enjoy the sun-soaked hotspot

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2 h. ago Children as young as 13 'groomed by county lines gangs' arrested for drug dealing in London

Exclusive: Scotland Yard are arresting an average of fourteen under-18s a week for drug dealing offences

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2 h. ago Beckham feud update as Nicola and Brooklyn turn against his brothers and sister

Brooklyn Beckham failed to invite his family members to his wedding vow renewal with his wife Nicola Peltz, and it turns out his brothers were intentionally given the cold shoulder

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2 h. ago I spent the weekend at this charming Highland Perthshire cottage and it felt like coming home

This retreat is perfect for large groups or extended family

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2 h. ago Dillian Whyte confronts presenter after being given inappropriate nickname

Whyte is preparing for his return this weekend - but was left stunned at the Grand Arrivals after his iconic nickname was pronounced incorrectly

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2 h. ago Keep bananas fresh for weeks with this simple kitchen gadget

Bananas typically spoil within just days of being purchased - but there is a way their lifespan can be extended in your home

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3 h. ago Victoria Beckham Beauty treats fans to a bonus gift from the star's dressing table

Victoria Beckham's beauty fans are in luck this week, as the brand is giving away a special free gift with any purchase over £50

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