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Duchess of Edinburgh is a ‘bridge between royal generations’ and has formed a ‘tight bond’ with William and Kate during a period of turbulence for the Royal Family, expert claims

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Duchess of Edinburgh is a ‘bridge between royal generations’ and has formed a ‘tight bond’ with William and Kate during a period of turbulence for the Royal Family, expert claims

The Prince and Princess of Wales are said to have formed a strong bond with the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh over recent months, it has been claimed. The past year has been particularly challenging for William and Kate, both 41, who have mourned the loss of Queen Elizabeth II and taken on new duties … Read more

Duchess of Edinburgh cuts a sombre figure as she attends state funeral of former Italian president Giorgio Napolitano in Rome

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Duchess of Edinburgh cuts a sombre figure as she attends state funeral of former Italian president Giorgio Napolitano in Rome

By Maria Okanrende For Mailonline Published: 14:07 BST, 26 September 2023 | Updated: 14:09 BST, 26 September 2023 Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, attended the state funeral of former Italian President Giorgio Napolitano today. The royal, 58, put on a sombre display as she joined other officials for the official ceremony at Montecitorio Square in Rome, … Read more

Now Gatwick bosses impose limit on number of daily flights out of London airport for the WHOLE week as coronavirus outbreak among air traffic control staff sparks travel chaos for thousands of passengers

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Now Gatwick bosses impose limit on number of daily flights out of London airport for the WHOLE week as coronavirus outbreak among air traffic control staff sparks travel chaos for thousands of passengers

Gatwick bosses have imposed a limit on the number of daily flights out of the London airport for the whole week – as a coronavirus outbreak among air traffic control staff has sparked travel chaos for thousands of passengers. The airport will be limited to 800 movements a day, starting today and remaining in place until … Read more

From Big Ben in Peter Pan to the fairytale castle in Frozen: Disney reveals 30 real-world locations that have inspired its most-loved films over the past 100 years

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From Big Ben in Peter Pan to the fairytale castle in Frozen: Disney reveals 30 real-world locations that have inspired its most-loved films over the past 100 years

To celebrate its 100th anniversary, The Walt Disney Company has opened its vaults to reveal a list of 30 locations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa that have inspired, and featured in, its films and theme parks over the past century. These locations and productions are presented in a series of paired photographs, so fans … Read more

WFH is making Brits BORING! Nearly 40% of staff believe not being in the office full-time has made them less spontaneous – how DULL is your area?

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WFH is making Brits BORING! Nearly 40% of staff believe not being in the office full-time has made them less spontaneous – how DULL is your area?

WFH is making Brits BORING! Nearly 40% of staff believe not being in the office full-time has made them less spontaneous – how DULL is your area? A new study has confirmed Birmingham as the most boring place in the UK By John James Published: 09:37 BST, 23 September 2023 | Updated: 09:50 BST, 23 … Read more

My beloved dog Teddy was in great form chasing a ball on the beach when he came into contact with killer algae: 19 hours later he was dead

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My beloved dog Teddy was in great form chasing a ball on the beach when he came into contact with killer algae: 19 hours later he was dead

A devastated dog owner has told of how her beloved dog Teddy died just 19 hours after coming into contact with killer algae in Northern Ireland.  Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, is a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins harmful and potentially fatal to pets – and has been known to kill in less … Read more

Britain’s dog-killing algae hotspots revealed: Map shows where toxic green ‘mashed potato’ algae that can ‘kill canines in 24 hours’ is thriving in rivers, lochs, and ponds across UK

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Britain’s dog-killing algae hotspots revealed: Map shows where toxic green ‘mashed potato’ algae that can ‘kill canines in 24 hours’ is thriving in rivers, lochs, and ponds across UK

A map shows the concerning spread of a toxic green ‘mashed potato’ algae across the UK that can kill dogs in just 24 hours – as vets warn there is no known antidote if pets come into contact with it.   Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, is a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins harmful … Read more

Share and share alike… How today’s young royals are HAPPY to be seen in hand-me-downs!

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Share and share alike… How today’s young royals are HAPPY to be seen in hand-me-downs!

Eyebrows were raised when Princess Estelle of Sweden stepped out in  green tulle last week. For not only was it a rather grown-up number for an 11-year-old, it was a dress that her mother, Crown Princess Victoria, had worn for a gala dinner last year. But then royal hand-me-downs are increasingly common in an eco-conscious … Read more

They were best friends from the moment they met on the first day at Manchester University. But in a witty, insightful and moving new memoir, Adrian Edmondson reveals how his Young Ones co-star fell in love with fame

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They were best friends from the moment they met on the first day at Manchester University. But in a witty, insightful and moving new memoir, Adrian Edmondson reveals how his Young Ones co-star fell in love with fame

On my first day at university I’m puffing away on a fag on the top deck of a bus in Manchester when I see a young bloke sitting in front of me. He’s wearing a dirty denim jacket, has greasy shoulder-length hair, and he’s constantly flicking his head to get this hair out of his … Read more

How many lives will Mark Drakeford’s 20mph ULEZ-style expansion really save? Study claims reducing speed limit from 30mph would save 10 lives a year in Wales – but motoring groups claim doing it on main roads with fewer pedestrians is a waste of time

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How many lives will Mark Drakeford’s 20mph ULEZ-style expansion really save? Study claims reducing speed limit from 30mph would save 10 lives a year in Wales – but motoring groups claim doing it on main roads with fewer pedestrians is a waste of time

Claims made by Mark Drakeford about how his ULEZ-style war on Welsh motorists is likely to save more people from dying in road crashes was today called into question by opponents of the scheme. The Labour First Minister of Wales is facing a furious backlash among motoring campaigners, Tories and the public after unveiling plans to … Read more