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Could a simple supplement protect women against Alzheimer’s?

A recent study out of London reveals women may lack brain-boosting fats 
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Poldark filming location and popular unofficial nudist spot closed because of health and safety concerns

Famed as a Poldark backdrop, Pedn Vounder beach has been closed after coastal erosion has left its dangerous descent too risky for visitors
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Do 'killer bees' deserve their deadly, notoriously aggressive reputation? Are they really more dangerous than the average honeybee?

These are the dog breeds most at risk of being overweight and even obese – and how you can keep them from piling on the pounds

Scientists explain why some dogs are more prone to pile on the pounds
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Bigger than your thumb and armed with monster jaws: Meet the world’s largest bee – nicknamed the ‘Flying Bulldog'

This enormous black bee is almost 5cm long
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Shocking surge in cetacean deaths: New report reveals marine crisis unfolding on Scotland’s shores

Exponential increases in whale and dolphin strandings in Scotland has scientists concerned about future
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Rare 'black moon' to rise in skies this weekend – here's everything you need to know it

The concept of a black moon is a complicated one, with multiple definitions and dates to wrangle with, but we’re here to help clear up the confusion.
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Magnificent waterfalls and crashing cascades: these are the best waterfalls in the UK

Discover enchanting falls, cascades and plunge pools on a walk or day out with our round-up of Britain's most spectacular waterfalls.
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The 30-minute workout that scientists say could slash cancer cell growth by 30%

What are the lyrics to Silent Night?

here are the lyrics to Silent Night, a popular Christmas carol
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These sandals look designer – but feel like walking on clouds thanks to smart technology

The VIBAe Saint Tropez sandals might look like a fashion shoe, but with innovative technology they hold up well on long walks.
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What do yellow, amber and red weather warnings actually mean? 

A brief guide to the UK's weather warnings system.
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How to look after PFAS-free kit

Keep your PFAS-free outdoor gear in top condition, with these expert tips from textile consultant and lecturer Charles Ross
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What's the most common whale in UK waters?

We take a look at the whales that most frequently inhabit UK's waters
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What's the most common dolphin in UK waters?

You may be surprised that you can often see dolphins off the coast of the UK
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Perched on a rocky outcrop, does this Norman fortress ruin have the best views of the Peak District?

Step back 1,000 years and climb up to the ancient battlements of Peveril Castle, where sweeping Peak District panoramas await
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From simple livestock enclosure to Europe’s most complex hillfort – step inside Maiden Castle, Dorset’s archaeological mystery

Explore 6,000 years of British history at Maiden Castle – a vast Iron Age fortress where sheep now graze, skylarks sing, and echoes of ancient battles linger in the ramparts
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Where is the Gilded Age’s Sidmouth Castle filmed - as it sure isn't in the real Sidmouth? Here’s the truth behind the Duke of Buckingham’s ancestral home

In season three of the Julian Fellowes-helmed period drama The Gilded Age, we get a glimpse of England's Sidmouth Castle. But where is it?
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Where is Karen Pirie filmed? A guide to the filming locations of the 'tartan noir' detective series

The cold case ITV crime drama returns for its second series – but where is Karen Pirie filmed?
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19 people were rescued from a single shoreline over a weekend – here’s what to do if you get stuck in sinking mud

On one of the hottest days of the year so far, the RNLI rescued 19 people from the shoreline of Weston-super-Mare – most of whom became stuck in sinking mud or 'quicksand'.
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We’ve been imagining the Loch Ness Monster all wrong, new study suggests

Forget the famous silhouette: researchers have found that eyewitness accounts rarely match the myth we’ve all been sold. Perhaps we ought to start taking them more seriously?
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The story Bayeux Tapestry stitched into legend: walk the blood-soaked Hastings ridge where England lost its crown

Explore the site of the most famous battle – and date – in English history. Just be sure to keep an eye out for flying arrows… 
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Dogs are more likely to get sunstroke than humans - and it can be fatal. Vet explains how to keep dogs cool in hot weather AND what to do if heatstroke strikes

Sunstroke can be fatal for dogs. Here's what do if you suspect your dog is overheating - and how to keep them cool in hot weather
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Who were the Normans? From Vikings to conquerors, here's how the Normans shaped medieval Europe through war, faith, and ambition

Where did the Normans originally come from? vWe take a look at their roots
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