34 m. ago Italy vs France LIVE rugby: Latest score and updates from Six Nations as both sides score quickly in frantic start

Round three concludes with France looking to return to winning ways after defeat to England

Sport

93 m. ago Tories suggest benefits should be slashed for those with 'anxiety' in order to boost defence spending

Ex-defence minister James Cartlidge, now shadow defence secretary, said there was a need for Britain to become 'more resilient' and invest greater sums in 'hard power'.

Politics

93 m. ago Huge fire lights up the sky in Manchester as lorries go up in blaze, forcing families to evacuate

The blaze that broke out just after 8am at the Roundthorn Industrial Estate in the Wythenshawe area of the city 'involved heavy good vehicles', the fire brigade said.

Events

4 h. ago ‘It could get an orgasm out of a cabbage’: the best vibrators, tested

From bullets to rabbits to wand vibrators, our sexual wellbeing expert demystifies what’s available, and rates her top 16 models (she tested 53)I could write here about how almost a fifth of women surveyed by Durex said using a sex toy was the most dependable way for them to climax. Or I could point out how Kinsey Institute research suggests regular masturbation can help relieve and prevent symptoms of menopause, such as vaginal atrophy. I could even tell you that studies demonstrate a significant correlation between intimate toy ownership and greater satisfaction – not only with sex but also with life itself.But the potted version is that orgasms and erotic pleasure are glorious, and top-class toys can help you savour more of both. So here are the best vibrators available. Scroll to the bottom to find out how I selected these vibrators from the 53 I tested for this piece.Best bullet vibrator overall:We-Vibe Tango X£79 at We-VibeBest rabbit vibrator overall: Je Joue Hera Flex£87.20 ...

Politics

4 h. ago Russians hoping for peace talks and ‘universal joy’ – but will western brands return?

Following last week’s US-Russia talks, the mood in Moscow suggests many are beginning to think about what a post-war reality might look likeAfter three years of war and western isolation, Russians are starting to hope that the recent flurry of US-Russia diplomacy could offer a path to peace in Ukraine – and restore the sense of normality lost when their leader sent tanks across the Ukrainian border.Last Tuesday’s US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia have sent the country’s propagandists and political establishment into euphoria, celebrating what they see as a real chance of achieving Russia’s goals in the war at the expense of Ukraine and its European allies, which have been sidelined from discussing the future of the invaded country. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago How a film about women’s ‘invisible’ labour in marriage sparked a debate in India

The Hindi-language film starring actor Sanya Malhotra traces the journey of a newlywed woman in her husband's house

Politics

4 h. ago Leave garden furniture with 'shiny finish' by kitchen cupboard staple to clean

Cleaning the garden doesn't have to be an expensive job - there are plenty of items you'll already have in your home that can be used in the garden, including ketchup

Politics

5 h. ago Marks and Spencer shoppers 'obsessed' with £30 trousers 'ideal' for wearing around the house

"Great quality. Lovely product to wear casually or for holidays and wearing round the house"

Economics

5 h. ago Nigel Slater’s recipes for sausages with spinach and cannellini beans, and artichokes, potatoes, cheese and cider

Hearty warming dishes which make the most of the best seasonal vegThey were hidden between bouquets of parsley and coriander on the green grocer’s display. Fat bunches of true spinach so fresh they stood up by themselves, their leaves as sharp as a Stone Age arrow, tied up with rubber bands. The sort of crisp-stemmed spinach that would laugh in the face of those flabby, round-ended leaves incarcerated in cellophane at the supermarket. I bought four bunches.It was a sausage-and-beans kind of night. Fat sausages from a traditional butcher, coarse-textured and freckled with thyme and black pepper. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Astonishing video shows knifeman casually shrugging off beanbag rounds as he throws tiles and a ladder at cops during wild rooftop standoff

Shocking video footage has emerged of a tense stand-off between police and a knife-wielding man on the roof of a house.

Culture

7 h. ago Starmer more influential to Labour’s Holyrood vote than Sarwar, poll suggests

Almost 30% said the Prime Minister would have more of an influence on their vote next year than the Scottish Labour leader.

Politics

8 h. ago Woman blasted over 'silly' baby name that 'sound completely made

One woman though she might be unfairly judging her mum's baby name suggestions for her future grandchild, but she's been told her mum needs a 'reality check' after posting about the situation on Reddit

Politics

10 h. ago I see my wife once a year. Can I question her on her love life?

Faithlessness doesn’t only have to take the form of infidelity. It can be the slow erosion of trust and careThe question My wife and I live in different countries and see each other once a year. The last time we saw each other we argued all the time and slept in separate beds. I’ll be going to see her soon and I’m worried she’s seeing someone else, although I have no proof. She will expect sex from me, and I think I should protect myself by wearing a condom. How should I broach the condom suggestion without upsetting her, especially if she is actually being totally faithful?Philippa’s answer It seems that your marriage is not in great shape. Rather than worrying about condoms, I think you need to think and talk about your relationship together. It sounds like you’ll need time to adjust and get to know each other again, and gradually find a place that feels natural and comfortable for both of you. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago I see my wife once a year. Can I question her on her love life? | Ask Philippa

Faithlessness doesn’t only have to take the form of infidelity. It can be the slow erosion of trust and careThe question My wife and I live in different countries and see each other once a year. The last time we saw each other we argued all the time and slept in separate beds. I’ll be going to see her soon and I’m worried she’s seeing someone else, although I have no proof. She will expect sex from me, and I think I should protect myself by wearing a condom. How should I broach the condom suggestion without upsetting her, especially if she is actually being totally faithful?Philippa’s answer It seems that your marriage is not in great shape. Rather than worrying about condoms, I think you need to think and talk about your relationship together. It sounds like you’ll need time to adjust and get to know each other again, and gradually find a place that feels natural and comfortable for both of you. Continue reading...

Politics

10 h. ago World's first study reveals truth about vaping that will horrify millions of e

The Manchester Metropolitan University study into the long-term effects of vaping, due to conclude next month and seen exclusively by the Daily Mirror, is set to blow apart the advice that e-cigs are a healthier alternative to cigarettes

Science

10 h. ago Air fryer owners issued warning about 'vital' task that's often forgotten

Air fryers are a popular kitchen gadget but many people don't realise the importance of one simple task when it comes to keeping them in top condition

Events

11 h. ago Alternative for Germany set to make gains as Germany goes to the polls

Friedrich Merz’s Christian Democrats are poised to win, as the Social Democratic Party faces its worst result since 1887

Politics

11 h. ago Alternative destination in Canary Islands that features a towering volcano

Instead of busy resorts and crowded beaches, there is an alternative destination in the Canary Islands with mind-blowing landscapes including a volcano and a rare flower

Politics

11 h. ago 'My son faces a lifetime of chemotherapy but now strangers are rallying round to help us'

“Oliver was usually an outgoing lad... now he’s not allowed in any public places, he can’t mix with other people because he is immunocompromised.”

Politics

11 h. ago Council chiefs making fire and rehire threats should be sacked, union suggests

GMB Scotland secretary Louise Gilmour has spoken out after two local authorities allegedly made threat in pay negotiations.

Events