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Brits urged to stop boiling potatoes - 1 faster method will lock in flavour
Daily Express
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July 5, 2025
Potatoes have long been a staple on British dinner tables - from creamy mash to crispy roasties, they are the ultimate comfort food. But while delicious, one common complaint is that they take far too long to cook. Now, food experts are urging...
The Northumberland stay in UK's 'happiest town' that was once a Victorian stable
Chronicle Live
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July 5, 2025
Anyone who has spent time in Northumberland will be well aware that one could spend a lifetime discovering all of its treasures. And those seeking inspiration on where to visit may want to head to England's northernmost town - which was recently...
Only 1% can spot 17 barbecue foods in under 120 seconds in baffling brainteaser
The Mirror
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July 5, 2025
Get into the summer mood with this sizzling brainteaser that leaves most Brits utterly stumped. Playing the odd puzzle here and there might not seem very beneficial, but research has shown it can actually have positive impacts on the central...
Farmer Focus: Aussie farmers share drought stats on UK tour
Farmers Weekly
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July 5, 2025
I have just completed a two-week stint as tour guide for Field Farm Tours with a group of Australian farmers, mostly from New South Wales. Several of these visitors were into their second year of drought, with one having spent more than A$1m...
EU ready for trade war if Trump slaps 17% tariffs on its food and farm produce
Euro Weekly News
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July 5, 2025
Donald Trump threatens the EU with tariffs, the EU prefers negotiations, but is ready for a trade war | Credit: Tomas Ragina/Shutterstock Donald Trump has lit the fuse on what could be a new transatlantic trade war—this time with a 17% tariff bomb...
After £500million scandal of Scotland's delayed and over-budget vessels, new SNP shambles as 10,000 ferry trips scrapped
Daily Mail
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July 5, 2025
By GEORGIA EDKINS, SCOTTISH ASSOCIATE EDITOR FOR DAILY MAIL AND THE MAIL ON SUNDAY The SNP's ferry fiasco deepened last night as shock new figures revealed more than TEN THOUSAND trips to and from Scotland’s islands had to be cancelled. An...
Miedema brings up century in Netherlands win over Wales
Irish Examiner
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July 5, 2025
Manchester City forward Vivianne Miedema scored her 100th international goal as Wales' major tournament debut ended with a chastening 3-0 defeat against the Netherlands in Lucerne. Wales, the lowest ranked team in the competition, had made an...
British GP: Max Verstappen to start on pole at Silverstone
The National News
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen took pole position for the British Grand Prix on Saturday with McLaren's Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri alongside on the front row. McLaren's Lando Norris qualified third with Mercedes' George Russell...
AOHR UK calls on British Gov’t to sanction GHF officials
Middle East Monitor
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July 5, 2025
The Arab Organisation for Human Rights in the UK (AOHR UK) has formally submitted a request to the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office, calling for sanctions to be imposed against a number of officials within the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation...
UK restores diplomatic ties with Syria as Lammy visits Damascus
The National News
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Britain said it was re-establishing diplomatic relations with Syria on Saturday as Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Damascus. “There is renewed hope for the Syrian people,” said Mr Lammy. “It is in our interests to support the new government...
Lewis Hamilton reveals one favourite food he can't eat before British Grand Prix
The Mirror
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July 5, 2025
Lewis Hamilton revealed he is on a strict diet ahead of the British Grand Prix so can't sample his favourite food. Speaking at the launch of the House of Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%, the Scuderia Ferrari HP F1 star told how his go-to cheat snack is...
I'm 85 not out, but I've got no intention of retiring says cricket's HENRY BLOFELD: I like food, fine wine and holidays too much!
This Is Money
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July 5, 2025
For many years, Henry Blofeld, 85, was the voice of the BBC's Test Match Special, where his dulcet tones and droll lines rang out from 1972 until 1991, writes Dan Moore. After three years at Sky, he returned to the BBC, before finally hanging up...
For 'beautiful' ice cream visit this shop in Lancashire that's among UK's best
Lancashire Telegraph
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There’s nothing like a tasty ice cream to cool you down on a hot day but have you been to this one? Introducing its list, the newspaper said: “Everyone knows the best way to finish a day by the seaside or an afternoon picnic is with an ice cream....
Freemasons support Cranbrook Food Bank
E Know
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July 5, 2025
The Grand Lodge of BC/Yukon of the Freemasons recently made a donation of $2,000 to the Cranbrook Food Bank. Pictured above is Worshipful Master of Fisher Peak Lodge #34, Glenn Culley, right, making the presentation to Ellyssa Starchuk. Photo...
Kneecap vow to embarrass 'the UK government in court' for a second time
Irish Star
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July 5, 2025
Tatiana Krisztina Showbiz Reporter and Pol Allingham PA 16:42 ET, 05 Jul 2025 At their biggest show yet, the Irish rap group Kneecap boasted about their upcoming legal rematch, declaring next month will mark "the second time Kneecap have beat the...
Best places to live by the sea in the UK 2025
The Times
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Wouldn’t it be nice if every day could feel like a holiday? It can — or at least a lot more so — when you live by the sea. Now could be the ideal time to make that move. Increases in council tax and stamp duty on second homes has had a big effect...
Legendary British high street name returns – but not as UK shoppers had dreamed
Daily Star
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July 5, 2025
20:53, 05 Jul 2025Updated 21:06, 05 Jul 2025 A former high street favourite is making a comeback but not in the way Brits have expected. The legendary Woolworths has officially opened its doors, but not in London or Manchester - but South Africa!...
In the British Virgin Islands, Finding Christmas in July
Caribbean Journal
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July 5, 2025
In the British Virgin Islands, the holiday spirit isn’t limited to December. Every summer, the BVI brings a burst of yuletide joy to the Caribbean heat with its annual “Christmas in July” celebration—a one-of-a-kind event that blends festive...
What Do Seagulls Eat? 25+ Foods That Seagulls Love
AOL
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seagull-eating-starfish© iStock.com/jokuephotographyA new public safety concern has developed in Scotland: seagulls. A series of seagull attacks have recently occurred, and only seem to be ramping up in recent weeks. The swooping birds have become...
Legendary British high street name returns – but not as UK shoppers had dreamed
Daily Star
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July 5, 2025
20:53, 05 Jul 2025Updated 21:06, 05 Jul 2025 A former high street favourite is making a comeback but not in the way Brits have expected. The legendary Woolworths has officially opened its doors, but not in London or Manchester - but South Africa!...