3 h. ago Scotland wastes 24 million hours spring cleaning but TikTok star reveals top tips on making it less of a burden

With spring in full swing, it’s our annual chance to refresh, declutter and reset our homes. Many of us are starting to pay attention to the annual deep clean, but new research suggests we might be spending far more time on it than we need to.

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4 h. ago Huge surge in stomach bug linked to tainted SALAD could explain explosion of colon cancer in young people, disturbing new study suggests

Researchers affiliated with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) found more than 9,000 people in England were infected with the bug between 2016 and 2023.

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7 h. ago Evidence of alien life, a clue about the rise of bowel cancer, and a new colour? – podcast

Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From a hint at alien life on a distant planet to a clue in the search for answers over why colon cancer rates are rising in the under 50s, and news from scientists who claim to have found a colour no one has seen beforeAre we alone? New discovery raises hopes of finding alien lifeChildhood toxin exposure ‘may be factor in bowel cancer rise in under-50s’Hue new? Scientists claim to have found colour no one has seen beforeSupport the Guardian: theguardian.com/sciencepod Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Neighbours star Gerard Kennedy dies aged 93 as tributes flood in for soap actor

Australian actor Gerard Kennedy has sadly died at the age of 93. He is best known for his roles on Prisoner and Neighbours and fans have been paying tribute to the star

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9 h. ago Gerard Kennedy dead: Neighbours and The Flying Doctors star dies after glittering career

Gold Logie winner and iconic star of Underbelly, Gerard Kennedy, has died at the age of 93 a family friend has confirmed in an emotional social media statement

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10 h. ago The shocking reason Wallis Simpson and King Edward VIII spent WW2 exiled in the Bahamas

Today marks 39 years since Wallis Simpson, the woman who became Duchess of Windsor after King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry her, died at the age of 89.

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12 h. ago Evidence of alien life, a clue about the rise of colon cancer, and a new colour? – podcast

Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From a hint at alien life on a distant planet, to a clue in the search for answers over why colon cancer rates are rising in the under 50’s, and news from a group of scientists who claim to have experienced a colour no one has ever seen before. Are we alone? New discovery raises hopes of finding alien lifeChildhood toxin exposure ‘may be factor in bowel cancer rise in under-50s’ Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Super Bowl winner Steve McMichael dies at age 67 following heartbreaking ALS battle

The Chicago Bears legend has died at the age of 67 following a heartbreaking battle with ALS.

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16 h. ago Superbowl winner Steve 'Mongo' McMichael dies age 67 following tragic ALS battle

Former WCW United State Champion and American football hero Steve "Mongo" McMichael has died age 67 "surrounded by loved ones", after a four year long battle against ALS

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21 h. ago Brits baffled as snubbed UK city compared to beautiful Japanese hotspot

Japanese TikTok star Yuna, who now lives in the UK, has sparked debate after comparing a stunning Japanese hotspot with a 'shabby' English city located in West Yorkshire

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23 h. ago TikTok star Dominique McShain dies age 21 following colon cancer diagnosis

TikTok star Dominique McShain, who was diagnosed with colon cancer last year, has died. On April 6, she told her followers she didn't have long left to live

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25 h. ago Huge breakthrough as scientists pinpoint cause of colon cancer in young people... with 100,000 exposed yearly

A common bacterial toxin may be to blame for America's colon cancer epidemic, a bombshell study from the University of California San Diego suggests.

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25 h. ago Doctor debunks Bonnie Blue claims she 'doesn't get STIs' because she drinks 'pineapple juice and eats vitamins'

Bonnie, who is from Derbyshire and whose real name is Tia Billinger, this week teamed up with 22-year-old OF model and TikTok star Julia Filippo to complete her 'most disgusting stunt yet'.

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27 h. ago Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review – deeply satisfying homage to Japanese role

PC, PlayStation 5 (version played); Sandfall Interactive/Kepler InteractiveBoasting a unique world, challenging combat and great writing, this RPG has a lot going for it, if only it didn’t revel in its own mysteriousness so muchWhen we meet Clair Obscur’s protagonist Gustave, he’s getting ready to say goodbye to his ex-girlfriend, Sophie. Once a year the Paintress, a giant god-like woman visible from across the sea, wakes, paints a number on a large monolith, and in the peaceful town of Lumière, everyone whose age corresponds with the number dies. This process, called the Gommage, has shortened people’s lives for 67 years, and now it’s Sophie’s turn. Immediately after this heart-wrenching goodbye, Gustave and his adopted sister Maelle get ready to set sail as part of Expedition 33, on a journey to defeat the Paintress and end her gruesome cycle.While stunningly beautiful, the continent you arrive at is no friendly place, and the path to the Paintress is filled with surreal monsters ...

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29 h. ago Sophie Nyweide's family 'couldn't save her from her fate' as they faced tragic decision

Sophie Nyweide, who starred in a number of Hollywood movies, has died at the age of 24. As police continue to investigate, the young actress's family revealed she had struggled in recent times

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30 h. ago Sophie Nyweide dead – Former child star dies aged 24 as family pay tribute

Sophie Nyweide, who starred alongside Michelle Williams in the 2009 romantic drama Mammoth, has died at the age of 24, her family have confirmed in a heartbreaking tribute

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33 h. ago Sophie Nyweide death update as police investigate 'foul play'

Police in Vermont are investigating the death of actress Sophie Nyweide, who died at the age of 24, and police have reportedly said they are not ruling out foul play

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35 h. ago ‘His time as pope was a gift we needed’ – world pays tribute to Francis

Pontiff’s compassion, dedication and humility earned him followers from beyond the Catholic churchLatest updates after death of Pope Francis After making his last public appearance on Easter Sunday in St Peter’s Square, Pope Francis died the next day at the age of 88. As head of the Catholic church, his appeal went far beyond those within his congregation. Many appreciated his views on the environment, his calls for ending poverty and inequality and for his compassionate approach to the papacy.Here, people from around the world recall their memories of the pontiff and pay tribute ahead of the conclave to choose his successor. Continue reading...

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42 h. ago Herbert Gans, leading sociologist and media analyst, dies at 97

Herbert Gans, an eminent sociologist and media analyst, has died at age 97

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45 h. ago Tragedy as bodybuilding porn star Damien Stone dies suddenly age 32

A popular gay porn star has died unexpectedly due to complications from an enlarged heart.

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