48 m. ago Stalks and all: how to turn a whole head of broccoli into a rustic and tasty Italian pasta dish | Waste not

Broccoli florets and stalks combine to delicious effect in this simple and thrifty bowl of pasta Today’s very simple and speedy Italian classic uses the whole broccoli – even the woody stalk. Inspired by Italian chef Gennaro Contaldo, the approach creates a delicious sauce that coats the pasta beautifully. Trim just a few millimetres off the discoloured end of the broccoli stalk, then, to ensure it cooks down and becomes tender, slice the rest of the stalk into 1cm-long pieces. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago The brain collector: the scientist unravelling the mysteries of grey matter – an Audio Long Read podcast

Alexandra Morton-Hayward is using cutting-edge methods to crack the secrets of ancient brains – even as hers betrays herThere are more Audio Long Reads here, or search Audio Long Read wherever you listen to your podcasts Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Why royal jeweller Cartier 'was the first to know King Edward VIII would abdicate'

Following the death of George V in January 1936 royals and aristocrats flocked to Jacques Cartier to invest in jewellery for Edward VIII's Coronation.

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6 h. ago Lando Norris takes fresh swipe at Red Bull and urges F1 rivals to ‘stop complaining’

The McLaren driver is one point ahead of Red Bull’s defending champion Max Verstappen in the standings

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7 h. ago People using drug Mounjaro sustain weight loss over three years, trial finds

Study into medication known as ‘King Kong’ of weight loss drugs throws fresh light on effects of longer-term usePeople who use the drug Mounjaro are able to sustain weight loss for three years, data from a trial suggests.Mounjaro, nicknamed the “King Kong” of weight loss drugs, contains tirzepatide and is self-administered in once-a-week injections. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Celebrity Big Brother's Michael Fabricant slams Trisha Goddard with surprise comment

Former Conservative MP Michael Fabricant took aim at housemate Trisha Goddard and claimed she has an 'agenda' in a shock comment when he was booted out Celebrity Big Brother

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8 h. ago Celebrity Big Brother Mickey Rourke's future on ITV show sealed after first eviction

Mickey Rourke was up for eviction in the first public vote of the series but was saved by the public after Michael Fabricant became the first celebrity to be booted from the 2025 series

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8 h. ago EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Smouldering Mr Burton star Harry Lawtey's mystery love life with royal snapper's girl

I hear that the actor, 28, is going out with Una, daughter of Hugo Burnand, the photographer who took the official pictures at King Charles 's second wedding.

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8 h. ago New John Lennon documentary to debut at London film festival

New John Lennon documentary to debut at London film festival  KSLX - Classic Rock

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9 h. ago Jaime King opens up about ‘terrifying’ experience of losing full custody of her children

The actor says it’s ‘scary’ for her to talk publicly about custody battle for first time

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10 h. ago Villagers believes they live in the United Kingdom's 'grumpiest' town

Local believe they live in the United Kingdom's 'grumpiest' village after a joke by residents about setting up a 'Grumpy Club', which led to all of the residents wanting to take part

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11 h. ago Big Stars take over the West End again as Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean

Breaking Bad star and Oscar winner jo9in powerhouse cast for revival of All My Sons - tickets set to sell-out fast

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11 h. ago White House says there is ‘great optimism’ in the economy despite ongoing market volatility – business live

Markets pick up slightly after earlier falls amid increasing fears of recession while White House insists Trump’s tariffs are ‘proven economic formula’US stocks fall again after rally following Trump’s shock retreat on tariffsWhat are bonds and why have they spooked Donald Trump?The US dollar slumped on Friday as waning confidence in the US economy prompted investors to ditch US assets to the benefit of safe havens like the Swiss franc, yen and euro, as well as gold.The yellow metal recorded a new all-time peak in early Asia trade, and the franc notched a fresh decade high, Reuters reports.There has been a pronounced ‘sell US’ vibe flowing through broad markets and into the classic safe-haven assets, with the USD losing the safe-haven bid. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal inspire Britain to BJK Cup win against Germany

Boulter defeated Tatjana Maria 1-6, 6-3, 6-1 in the HagueKartal earlier beat Jule Niemeier 6-4, 6-2 on Cup debutAn hour into her first national team assignment of the season, the forecast for Katie Boulter was grim. Down a set and a break against a cunning opponent, the British No 1 had been junkballed into oblivion and defeat drew near. Her recent difficult form and her lack of confidence in the surface beneath her feet was plain for all to see.From that uncomfortable position, Boulter showed her mental fortitude in full as she emerged with a strong 1-6, 6-3, 6-1 win over Tatjana Maria to clinch a 2-1 win for Great Britain over Germany in their opening tie of the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers in the Hague. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Lando Norris: Red Bull should do a better job rather than keep complaining

The McLaren driver is one point ahead of Red Bull’s defending champion Max Verstappen in the standings.

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11 h. ago McLaren look to shake off Bahrain hoodoo and send ominous signal

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have a chance to dominate in the desert as Max Verstappen scrambles to stay in touchThree races into the new Formula One season and this weekend’s ­Bahrain Grand Prix represents something of a litmus test as to what may ­follow for the title protagonists. Everything points to a chance for McLaren to dominate at the Sakhir circuit but there may also be some indication if Red Bull are making real steps ­forward with their car.For McLaren, Bahrain is a chance to throw off their hoodoo at the track where they have never won and at which, in recent years, they have struggled for form. This season in testing at the circuit they gave their first evidence that they had a much improved package; one swiftly ­reinforced with dominant victories for Lando Norris in Australia and then his teammate, Oscar Piastri, in China. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Billie Jean King Cup: Great Britain defy Emma Raducanu absence to beat Germany in qualifying tie

Anne Keothavong's team now face a decisive clash with the Netherlands after wins for Katie Boulter and debutant Sonay Kartal

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12 h. ago The Pitt viewers stunned by ‘remarkable’ reveal in season one finale

Fans of Max’s hit new medical drama have hailed the debut season, which drew to a close on Thursday, as ‘spectacular’

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12 h. ago OnePlus Watch 3 launches in the UK with a £50 discount – here’s our review

OnePlus impresses again with a classic design, enormous battery life and accurate, dual-frequency GPS

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12 h. ago Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal lead Britain past Germany in Billie Jean King Cup

The winner of Saturday’s clash with the Netherlands will advance to September’s finals.

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