67 m. ago Heavy security after deadly violence in Kenya as thousands turn out to mourn former PM Odinga

Heavy security has been deployed to Kenya’s western city of Kisumu ahead of the final public viewing of the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, after five people died in the last two public funeral events

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88 m. ago Back on the piste – at 83: Hilary Bradt and her ‘gang of oldies’ go skiing in Austria

It’s four decades since the travel writer last ventured on to the slopes. A resort in the Tirol is the perfect place to rediscover the joys of skiing‘You’re mad!” Caroline the greengrocer said cheerfully when I told her I was going skiing. A reasonable reaction since not so long ago I was shopping on crutches following a hip replacement. My sister’s friends were more concerned: “How old are you? 80? I don’t think this is a good idea. You’ll fall and break something.” My brother, Andrew, 86, decided it was better not to tell anyone.For at least two decades I’d had a half-buried wish to experience one more ski trip. A final fix of blue sky, frosty air and the exhilaration that comes with finding yourself still intact at the bottom of a snow-covered slope. I was never much good, and hadn’t skied for decades, but that wasn’t the point. At 83, I needed to see if I could still do it. And if I could do it, how about inviting my sister, Kate, one-third of our Old Crones group who ...

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89 m. ago Prince Harry's latest move 'paves way for return to UK with kids' but there's a hitch

Prince Harry has made a renewed plea for a change to his security arrangements while in the UK - and it could mean another change, according to an expert

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2 h. ago One surprising ingredient will make spaghetti pasta sauce 'tastier' and 'flavourful'

Balancing out the flavour of a pasta sauce can be tricky, but there is a simple ingredient you can add to make sure your spaghetti sauce is not too acidic or bitter

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3 h. ago Stop rats invading your garden this autumn without giving up bird feeding

As autumn comes in, people are putting out food for bird feeding, but a tricky problem holds them back - rats, an expert shares simple tips to keep them away and continue feeding garden birds

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3 h. ago Get perfect scrambled eggs every time with chef's simple recipe

This easy recipe has been shared by famed Michelin-starred chef Thomas Keller and it's a real crowd-pleaser

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4 h. ago Greater Manchester dad 'too big for plane seat' loses nearly 4 stone in 9 months

The lifestyle changes came thanks to Simple, the AI coaching app for adults.

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4 h. ago Expert's clever trick stops condensation forming and traps heat at the same time

Condensation is a common problem in UK homes during the cooler months, but it can be easily tackled with one simple trick experts recommend

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4 h. ago Rats will stay out of your garden 'for good' if you grow 6 plants 'they hate'

Rats are more likely to enter gardens in winter as they look for a warm shelter, but there are some simple ways to deter them without using harmful chemicals

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4 h. ago MTG names her one positive to come from the shutdown: the end to ‘taxpayer

Federal officials have said U.S. government is not involved in large-scale outdoor weather modification experiments

Economics

5 h. ago Homemade scones 'melt in your mouth' and are cooked in minutes with no oven needed

Scones are a classic British treat and can be made in a variety of flavours - and one food blogger has shared a simple recipe that can be made in the air fryer

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5 h. ago Floors 'repel dust' and stay cleaner for longer when wiped with 2

A flooring expert has shared a simple mop mix that "repels dust and keeps floors cleaner for longer"

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6 h. ago Security is 'increased' on new Harry Potter set over fears trans activists had planned to sabotage new JK Rowling project

Filming for the new wizarding TV series began earlier this summer, but fears have been sparked after a recent alleged break-in by intruders to the show's set in Leavesden Studios last week.

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6 h. ago ‘I look up to her’: Phoebe Litchfield learning from captain Alyssa Healy at Women’s Cricket World Cup

Young gun inspired by Healy’s back-to-back centuries and 7,000 international runsAustralia has locked in semi-final place and next plays EnglandPhoebe Litchfield may go on to become an all-time batting star for Australia, but for the moment the young gun is simply enjoying the best view in the house as her fellow opener and skipper shows her the path to success.Litchfield watched in awe from the other end as Alyssa Healy first caned India on Sunday then Bangladesh on Wednesday for thrilling back-to-back centuries that have helped to push the champions into the semi-finals in their Women’s Cricket World Cup title defence. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Two spices that could aid weight loss efforts, according to pharmacist

While there is no simple way to lose weight, adding these spices to your meals could help "support weight management"

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9 h. ago The tragic story of the mother and her baby daughter who died after a home birth went catastrophically wrong. What happened? The Daily Mail investigates...

Jennifer Cahill, 34, died shortly after giving birth to her second child at home. She suffered a repeat of the severe haemorrhaging she had experienced with her son the first time around.

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9 h. ago Ancient preserved heads give up their secrets as Māori tattoos see resurgence

New research examines how traditional artists worked as revitalisation efforts see tā moko – Māori tattooing – become more visible in New ZealandIn New Zealand’s national museum, master Māori tattoo artists painstakingly apply ink to the faces of eight men and women as a large crowd watches on.Thin lines spiral over the men’s cheeks, dipping towards the jaw and up over the forehead, while lines curl around the women’s chins – each mark telling the story of its wearer’s identity, lineage and experience. Surrounding them are their families, who sing and grip their hands as they lay still under the needle and weight of the sacred – and usually private – ceremony. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Frostbitten plants could be saved as RHS expert explains how to spot a lost cause

While frost-damaged plants may sometimes seem dead, a simple test can reveal if it’s possible to save as one expert revealed how to do just that

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10 h. ago Kevin Muscat identifies 'crucial' match amid Rangers next manager wait after seven

Incoming Rangers manager secures vital victory in race for Chinese title

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11 h. ago Martin Lewis shares 6pm 'rule' to keep your home warm for longer and it won't cost a penny

Martin Lewis has shared a simple yet effective tip to help households keep their homes warmer for longer - and it's completely free to do.

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