43 m. ago Bonobos may combine words in ways previously thought unique to humans

Phrases used to smooth over tense social situations have meanings beyond the sum of their parts, study suggestsBonobos use a combination of calls to encourage peace with their partner during mating rituals, research suggests.The discovery is part of a study that suggests our close evolutionary cousins can string together vocalisations to produce phrases with meanings that go beyond the sum of their parts – something often considered unique to human language. Continue reading...

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59 m. ago Exposure to common chemical while pregnant could damage baby's brain, study suggests

Common chemicals called phthalates are used in everything from food packaging to kids toys and shampoos. But these can leach out of products and pass into food and water.

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91 m. ago UK draws up list of thousands of US products that could be slapped with tariffs including bourbon, jeans and guitars

The US president unveiled tariffs on countries around the world on Wednesday night

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1 hour ago Snooker rival directly addresses Judd Trump loss of form claim as he utterly rubbishes it

The Hawk produced a dominant display to shock the world No.1 at the Tour Championship in Manchester as Trump's long match woes continued

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2 h. ago Jeep and Chrysler maker Stellantis to furlough 900 US workers

Component facilities in Michigan and Indiana are hit after carmaker idles production in Canada and Mexico

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2 h. ago Meghan Markle's A list pals including 'momager' Kris Jenner and Zoe Saldana show off their As Ever gift packages

The Duchess's California pals including Kris Jenner and Zoe Saldana received gift boxes of the otherwise sold-out items, which they posted on Instagram.

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2 h. ago Best heartburn remedies to shop online: Treat acid reflux with these products

Quell the fire with our roundup of the best over-the-counter remedies

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2 h. ago UK threatens to retaliate to Trump’s tariffs and draws up 400

The government draws up a 417-page list of products to target with import taxes in retaliation against Donald Trump’s tariffs on British goods

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3 h. ago Tiny landlocked country will be destroyed by Trump’s highest tariff, analyst warns

The kingdom is one of the world's poorest nations with a gross domestic product of just over $2 billion

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3 h. ago Crime ring convicted of trying to sell sheep's heads and lamb testicles to unsuspecting shoppers in London

Nearly two tonnes of animal by-products were uncovered by Southwark Council at a property in Walworth in September 2020

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3 h. ago Lidl introduces major online shopping change affecting middle aisle products

The change will give Lidl Plus users greater access to exclusive middle aisle products

Economics

3 h. ago Coronation Street star Vicky Myers reveals family 'DNA' link to DS Lisa Swain

The actress, who plays Weatherfield's resident crime fighter, said that a sentimental item once owned by her great-grandmother inspired her character's back story

Politics

3 h. ago Best products to relieve period pain: Devices, supplements and lifestyle tips

Explore the best products and lifestyle tips to ease period pain effectively, including devices and supplements, based on expert insights and personal experiences

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4 h. ago Donald Trump's 'politically toxic' demands to UK in global trade war revealed as experts speak out

If Sir Keir Starmer was to increase the amount of American food and other products on the shelves of British shops and supermarkets, it would be "politically toxic" and hugely unpopular here in the UK

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4 h. ago Oil slides as Opec+ lifts production and tariffs fuel global growth fears

Unexpected increase in supply comes as concern over world economy hits several commodities

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4 h. ago ‘There’s an us v them mentality’: are young Australian men and women drifting apart politically?

In recent elections overseas more young men than women have shifted to the right, even the far right. But in Australia the gap between generations rather than genders seems much widerPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the first episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastAfter Grace Richardson broke up with her long-term boyfriend, she entered a period she affectionately refers to as her “rat girl summer”.“I was using Hinge, I was going out, I was meeting people. I was 23, flirty and thriving,” the Sydney musician and podcast producer says.Sign up for the Afternoon Update: Election 2025 email newsletter Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Hydrating face mask loved by Meghan Markle impresses shoppers with 'immediate difference to dry skin'

Meghan Markle has a new beauty product she's recommending to fans that may be just the ticket for those in need of a hydration hero to nourish their skin

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5 h. ago Do you live in an asbestos hotspot? Interactive map reveals levels of deadly material in your area with one town's deaths EIGHT times higher than road traffic accidents

Today, the Mail is publishing an interactive map produced from the Asbestos Information CIC researc as part of The Mail's Asbestos: Britain's Hidden Killer campaign

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5 h. ago Apple's intriguing rule that 'blocks' certain characters having iPhone in movies

While the biggest Hollywood films may include some of Apple's products for placement, the company has reportedly put a strange rule in place to show the company in a good light

Politics

5 h. ago UK could retaliate to Trump’s tariffs if no US trade deal is secured, business secretary says

The government has drawn up a 417-page list of products that could be slapped with import taxes in retaliation against Donald Trump’s tariffs on British goods

Economics