12 m. ago The perfect Christmas party canapés: Easy recipes for a memorable celebration

The key to flawless hosting lies in irresistible festive bites, says Gurdeep Loyal. These Christmas canapé recipes – cheese straws, devilled eggs and devils on horseback – deliver effortless style, bold flavours and unforgettable first impressions for your celebrations

Society

26 m. ago Does your dog keep hiding food and toys? Animal expert finally reveals why

Is your dog constantly tucking treats under your sofa or burying toys in the garden? You might think they're behaving like a paranoid doomsday prepper - but there's a reason for it, experts say.

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36 m. ago The simple drinking trend that could stop you overindulging at Christmas parties

The new trend can help those who to drink less alcohol at festive events

Politics

37 m. ago More than 200 environmental groups demand halt to new US data centers

Exclusive: Congress urged to act against energy-hungry facilities blamed for increasing bills and worsening climate crisisA coalition of more than 230 environmental groups has demanded a national moratorium on new data centers in the US, the latest salvo in a growing backlash to a booming artificial intelligence industry that has been blamed for escalating electricity bills and worsening the climate crisis.The green groups, including Greenpeace, Friends of the Earth, Food & Water Watch and dozens of local organizations, have urged members of Congress halt the proliferation of energy-hungry data centers, accusing them of causing planet-heating emissions, sucking up vast amounts of water and for exacerbating electricity bill increases that have hit Americans this year. Continue reading...

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89 m. ago Amazon shoppers rave over £133 Tefal air fryer that 'makes quick kids' teas easy'

'My partner has a Ninja air fryer and she prefers mine,' said one reviewer

Economics

89 m. ago Crystal Palace owner Steve Parish reveals he will ‘probably’ have to buy second club to meet new rules

CRYSTAL PALACE owner Steve Parish disclosed he is considering purchasing a second football club to escape "desperately difficult rules". The South London side initially qualified for the Europa League by winning the FA Cup, but were demoted to the Conference League over Uefa's multi-club ownership rules. In an interview with The Athletic, Parish maintained Palace...

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1 hour ago Tiny market town packed with independent shops has one of the UK's best high streets

Crickhowell in Powys, Wales, has been named as the UK's Best High Street, and is a place where small businesses thrive and locals are fiercely proud of their town centre

Economics

1 hour ago The 'once rammed' town packed with shops that people now leave in droves

'It used to be lovely here.'

Politics

2 h. ago The one change that worked: I started bringing my own takeaway box to every meal – and sparked a mini movement

Every year, 1bn tonnes of food are wasted. I value my meals and the work that has gone into them, so I am now always prepared and ready to take home delicious leftoversI’ve always loved catching up with friends and family over a meal out. Not only is it a chance to find out the latest gossip and what everyone’s up to, but it’s also an opportunity to try out new foods and share that experience together.But looking back, I’ve realised that I’ve been guilty of contributing to food waste by leaving meals unfinished. Sometimes, I didn’t realise how big portions would be or I’d get so focused on chatting to everyone that I would forget to eat everything until it was time to go. Continue reading...

Sport

2 h. ago Why young people should avoid this widely used sports supplement

Creatine is taken by many in the hopes of boosting strength, enhancing athletic performance and promoting muscle growth

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4 h. ago I went to a Tesco market and got £20 worth of Christmas food for £3.50

Cissy got her hands on a selection of items including Lindt chocolate, Bailey’s whipped cream, toilet roll, Chocomel, cider and cat food

Economics

4 h. ago Is it true that you should take vitamin C when you’ve got a cold?

The vitamin has many benefits, but research shows that people who take it are just as likely to get the sniffles as those who don’t‘Vitamin C is important for your health in lots of ways,” says Daniel M Davis, the head of life sciences at Imperial College London. It is a strong antioxidant, helping protect cells from harmful unstable compounds that arise from toxins and pollution. It helps the body absorb iron, and is also used in the production of collagen. “But the idea that taking high doses of vitamin C – or drinking lots of orange juice – will stop you catching a cold, or help you recover faster, is a myth.”Davis, the author of Self Defence: A Myth-Busting Guide to Immune Health, explains that the popular belief in vitamin C’s cold-fighting powers has persisted for more than 50 years, “pretty much solely because of the evangelical view of one man: Linus Pauling”. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago 'Magical' village packed with independent shops, pubs and 'spectacular' church

This charming village near the Peak District offers an impressive food scene, independent shops, and the stunning 14th century 'cathedral of the Peaks'

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4 h. ago Pretty village perfect for foodies just 30 miles from Manchester

This charming Peak District village near Buxton boasts seven pubs, an annual food festival, a stunning medieval church and scenic walks

Events

5 h. ago I made perfect Yorkshire puddings for the first time using 1 simple tip

Yorkshire puddings are my favourite part of a roast dinner, but I'd never dared make them myself until an expert baker friend shared her game-changing tip that guaranteed fluffy, golden results

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6 h. ago Nutcracker stocking fillers: Brian Levy’s recipe for sugar plum and coffee cookies | The sweet spot

A rich, buttery crumb, a hint of bittersweet coffee, a spot of icing and a cherry on top better gift them before you scoff themThese festive cookies are inspired by The Nutcracker’s Land of Sweets sequence, in which coffee and sugar plums are two of the flavours used to conjure a fanciful world of decadent diversion. Anything from a hard candy to a candied fruit can qualify as a “sugar plum” and, in the case of these cookies, the sugar plum is represented by the amarena cherry. Coffee’s bitterness balances the sweetness of the fruit and the rich butteriness of the dough, while the oat flour adds a dash of shortbread-like delicateness.Brian Levy is the author of the Formal Assignment newsletter and Good & Sweet, published by Avery at £35.99. To order a copy, visit guardianbookshop.com Continue reading...

Society

6 h. ago From Iran to Yorkshire: How a refugee found his drive, thanks to the Refugee Council

Mo knew what it was like to starve; now he delivers food to the hungry

Events

6 h. ago Joe Wicks says we’ve been ‘duped’ by health foods – and wants families eating protein for breakfast instead

In his new cookbook ‘Protein in 15’, the Body Coach takes aim at UPFs, so-called healthy snacks and the myths around ‘good’ breakfasts. Sophieg speaks to Wicks about leftovers at 7am, feeding four kids real food and why cooking from scratch is his quiet rebellion

Society

7 h. ago I make the best scrambled eggs in 3 minutes by ditching butter for 1 simple ingredient

Scrambled eggs are a popular breakfast dish that is quick and easy to make, and adding one ingredient instead of butter, oil, or cream creates richer, creamier eggs in less than three minutes.

Events

11 h. ago I'm A Celeb star Tom Read Wilson devours a fermented duck egg whole for the first time in the show's history during gruesome eating trial as the finalists win 12 stars for epic banquet

The television personality, 39, and his fellow finalists, Shona McGarty and AngryGinge managed to scoop all 12 stars for an epic Jungle Banquet.

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