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Pancake recipe: How to make the Queen’s favourite pancakes



PANCAKES are loved by many around Britain, but how can you make the fluffy pancakes which are beloved by the Queen?




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Tesco, Asda & Sainsbury's shoppers warned of urgent recall - ice lollies may contain metal



TESCO, Asda, Sainsbury's and Waitrose customers are among those being warned of an urgent product recall, because an item which has been sold by the aforementioned retailers is at risk of potentially containing small pieces of metal.




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Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes told they can be perfect Man Utd partners on one condition



Manchester United fans are desperate to see Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes play together at Old Trafford.




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Liverpool urged to complete Kalvin Phillips transfer as Leeds star can learn from Fabinho



Kalvin Phillips is destined to play in the Premier League but that may not be with Leeds United after all.




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Ross Brawn details how F1 season can start with 'isolation bubbles' and coronavirus tests



Ross Brawn has uncovered the masterplan to get F1 going again in July.




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Max Verstappen would have 'died at least three or four times' in old Formula One cars



Max Verstappen is renowned for his aggressive driving style in Formula One.




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Pope Francis bombshell: Benedict's plot to cause Vatican chief 'misery' exposed



POPE BENEDICT is "making Francis' life a misery" as rumours of a major row between the two Vatican titans continue to boil, an expert has warned.




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Germany second wave worry as towns bring BACK coronavirus lockdown after spike in cases



TWO of Germany's local authorities will bring back certain lockdown measures in some areas following an increase in infections after the government's easing of restrictions.




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Hurrah for coronavirus lockdown – we can have Angel Delight again, says VIRGINIA BLACKBURN



SO enough with the panic buying, already. Now that we're all settling down into quarantine and accepting that the new normal is going to be never seeing anyone, ever again, now is the time to reflect on the last few weeks. And what the last few weeks have revealed to me is that the contents of my cupboards have changed beyond all comprehension.




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Peter Whittingham: Former Aston Villa and Cardiff star fighting for his life in hospital



Peter Whittingham is fighting for his life in hospital, the South Wales Police have confirmed.




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Peter Whittingham tributes: Football world pays respects to former Cardiff star



Peter Whittingham's death has taken the world of football by shock.




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Peter Whittingham dead: Former Cardiff and Aston Villa midfielder dies aged 35



Peter Whittingham has died following a head injury from an accidental fall.




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Melania Trump: The FLOTUS-inspired trick people can use to make their hair look thicker



MELANIA TRUMP may be in one of the most controversial families in the White House's history but her fashion and beauty style is almost always impeccable. But what's the secret to her thick, lustrous hair?




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Belgian Sapphire tiara: The scandalous royal who previously owned Queen's diadem



THE QUEEN has one of the most extensive jewellery collections in the world, and is particularly noted for her tiaras. The Belgian Sapphire is a particular favourite of Her Majesty's - and it has a scandalous former royal owner.




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Leeds United team news: Predicted 4-1-4-1 line up vs Hull City - Casilla ban decision



Leeds United take on Hull City on Saturday and Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa faces an important decision after Kiko Casilla was issued an eight-match ban.




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East Africa Food Crisis 2011

Into mid-2011, the world’s worst food crisis is being felt in East Africa, in Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya.

Despite successive failed rains, the crisis has been criticized as avoidable and man-made. This is because the situation had been predicted many months before by an international early warning system. Both the international community and governments in the region have been accused of doing very little in the lead up to this crisis. In addition, high food prices have forced food out of the reach of many people, while local conflicts exacerbate the situation.

As the international organization Oxfam describes: 12 million people are in dire need of food, clean water, and basic sanitation. Loss of life on a massive scale is a very real risk, and the crisis is set to worsen over the coming months, particularly for pastoralist communities.

This page also presents news coverage from Inter Press Service on this crisis.

Read full article: East Africa Food Crisis 2011



  • Conflicts in Africa
  • Food and Agriculture Issues

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Media in the US: lax campaign financing bad for democracy but good for media companies

US campaign financing rules have been relaxed even further in recent years, making a worrying problem about the state of American democracy worse (because those with money have even more ability to try and buy votes or influence policy).

Media coverage of this issue, though it may pop up from time to time, seems quite limited. Perhaps because it is estimated that television stations this year could make as much as eight billion dollars from political campaigns.

The state of US mainstream media has unfortunately been lamentable for many years, and after the issues around hurricane Katrina, it was thought that the media would be rejuvenated. Unfortunately it does not seem that way.

This page has been updated with further information about campaign financing issues and how limits in the US have been lifted making the problem worse. Also added were notes on US press freedom, and an info graphic on media ownership concentration.

Read full article: Media in the United States




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Climate change and carbon emissions trading

Flexibility mechanisms were defined in the Kyoto Protocol as different ways to achieve emissions reduction as part of the effort to address climate change issues. These fall into the following categories: Emissions Trading, Joint Implementation and Clean Development Mechanism.

However, these have been highly controversial as they were mainly included on strong US insistence and to keep the US in the treaty (even though the US eventually pulled out). Some of the mechanisms face criticism for not actually leading to a reduction in emissions, for example.

The updates to this article includes a couple of videos summarizing some concerns about cap and trade.

Image ©: Centre for Science and Environment

Read full article: Climate Change Flexibility Mechanisms



  • Climate Change and Global Warming

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75% of the world’s large carnivores are now in decline while rhino poaching continues to soar

A recent study has found that three quarters of the world’s big carnivores are in decline, due to declining habitats and persecution by humans. This is also having a negative impact on the environment because top predators have a crucial role in any given ecosystem which is hard to replace.

At the same time, the number of rhinos being poached in South Africa (where most rhinos now remain) has soared exponentially in recent years.

This update includes more information on the above issues.

Read full article: Nature and Animal Conservation




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Ebola Outbreak In West Africa

An overview of the Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa that has been described by the World Health Organization as the largest, most severe and most complex outbreak in the history of the disease.

The epidemic began at the end of 2013, in Guinea. From there it spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria and Senegal. Many of the affected countries face enormous challenges in stopping its spread and providing care for all patients.

Thousands of people have died and many are at risk as the fatality rate from this virus is very high. As the crisis worsens, as well as the enormous health challenges involved, the social and economic consequences may set these countries back, reversing some gains a number of these countries have made in recent years.

This new page includes more information on the above issues.

Read full article: Ebola Outbreak In West Africa




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Celtic vs Hearts live stream, TV channel: Can I watch Scottish Premiership match today?



Celtic host Hearts in the Scottish Premiership today and Express Sport is on hand with all the live stream and TV information.




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Sheffield Wednesday 0-1 Man City: Sergio Aguero sets up Newcastle FA Cup quarter-final tie



Sergio Aguero kept Manchester City on course to retain the FA Cup with the only goal in a disappointing fifth-round tie at Sheffield Wednesday. City will travel to Newcastle in the quarter finals.




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FA Cup draw IN FULL: Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle learn quarter-final fixtures



Holders Manchester City were drawn away at Newcastle in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup. Sheffield United will host Arsenal, while Chelsea travel to Leicester.




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Pirates of the Caribbean 6: Fans DEMAND Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow – 'Absurd without him'



PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN 6 may go ahead without Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow and fans are having none of it.




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British Open cancelled for first time since WWII due to coronavirus as new dates scheduled



The British Open has been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.




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Ryder Cup plea made by Bernhard Langer to PGA Tour after The Open cancellation - EXCLUSIVE



The Ryder Cup remains scheduled to take place in September despite other major golf tournaments being postponed.




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JAMAICA TRAVEL: Romantic retreat hits the suite spot



AS I SIT at the bar looking out across the best, white-sand beach in Jamaica, the chilled beats of reggae's latest superstar bounce across the breeze. The chorus to local boy Chronixx's "Skankin' Sweet" kicks in. An ode to parking the stresses of life and appreciating the good things, his lyrics "forget your troubles and rock with me," certainly resonate throughout this laid-back Caribbean island nation.




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Martin Lewis breaks down new ISA rules: ‘Now this is a bit complicated’



MARTIN LEWIS, 47, appeared on his Money Show Live last night to discuss the latest news on all things finance and coronavirus. He responded to one viewer who had questions on their ISA options.




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NatWest issues scam warning - how customers can reduce risk during coronavirus crisis



NATWEST customers are being warned to watch out for potential scams, as fraudsters attempt to take advantage during the coronavirus crisis.




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State Pension top up: Can you top up missed National Insurance contributions?



STATE PENSIONS are calculated by National Insurance contributions - but can you top up any missed years?




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Partick Thistle vs Rangers LIVE stream: Can I watch football online and on TV?



RANGERS play Partick Thistle in the Scottish Premiership tonight - but can you watch it live?




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Charlie Nicholas Column: Why Scots cannot fear Costa Rica plus Killie and Partick latest



COSTA RICA is a name to send a chill down any Scotsman’s spine. For me it’s up there with Peru when I think of football nightmares on a world stage.




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Premier League under threat of being cancelled ahead of crunch vote



League Manager Association boss Richard Bevan admits the Premier League could be cancelled.




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Best Cities to Visit in Southern California

California is the mecca of vacation attractions and excitement. It’s known for its beautiful scenery and infamous weather year-round. If you’re planning a family trip, you have your pick from Universal Studios Hollywood, Discovery Kingdom,...

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5 Ways To Get The Most Out Of A Trip To Antarctica

Travelling to Antarctica is usually a once in a lifetime experience, and one many people have on their bucket lists. It’s not surprising, considering the dramatic icebergs, huge areas of wilderness and sensational lagoons. Just...

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7 Travel scams to Avoid in 2020

Do you want to learn about travel scams to avoid in 2020? Then you have come to the right place in this post you’ll get to know about the travel scams you have to avoid....

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Celtic captain Scott Brown sends transfer message to David Turnbull - ‘No better option’



CELTIC captain Scott Brown insists David Turnbull’s chances of joining the Hoops are not dead and urged the midfielder to re-think his transfer snub because they are “the right club” for him.




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When can we go on holiday again? The experts have their say on when we can travel again



HOLIDAYS have been put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic which has killed more than 100,000 people worldwide. When can we go on holiday again?




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UK holidays: Travel experts reveal their best staycation spots in the UK for post-lockdown



UK HOLIDAYS and staycations are becoming more sought after since the coronavirus pandemic sent most the world into lockdown back in March. With many planning their next staycation, the Trip Sisters gave their verdict on the best UK destinations for your next trip.




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Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney launches scathing attack on Health Secretary Matt Hancock



Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has hit back at Health Secretary Matt Hancock.




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How Wayne Rooney and Jermain Defoe gave Carlton Cole an erection in England training



Carlton Cole has revealed he completed an England training session with an erection.




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Man Utd plan striker medical after transfer agreement, Chelsea hijack Liverpool, Arsenal



All the latest rumours and gossip coming out of Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Barcelona and Real Madrid.




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Novak Djokovic could miss out on Roger Federer record because of 'new generation'



Novak Djokovic has reduced the gap to Roger Federer's record significantly over the past two years.




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Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal tipped to prolong careers due to ATP's coronavirus break



Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are both waiting for the signal to resume action.




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Rafael Nadal reflects on his career and how he wants to be remembered when he retires



Rafael Nadal has enjoyed a historic career and he is not done yet.




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Rafael Nadal: ATP Tour chairman responds to 2020 season cancellation fears



Rafael Nadal revealed this week he was doubtful there will be further tennis in 2020.




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Sheffield Utd target Tyrese Cambell phones Rangers and Celtic to confirm transfer decision



Stoke striker Tyrese Campbell has garnered interest from a swathe of British clubs.




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Michael Jackson Neverland ranch: Who bought the Neverland ranch? Can you visit?



MICHAEL JACKSON'S death shocked many people - but what happened to his home, the Neverland ranch?




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Liverpool ready to offer Tanguy Ndombele surprise escape from Tottenham nightmare



Liverpool tried to sign Tanguy Ndombele last summer from Lyon and now French reports claim they will return for the Tottenham midfielder.




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Jeff the Chef Foods recalls five products because of incorrect date labelling

Jeff the Chef Foods Ltd is recalling a variety of Chicken Parmo and Doner Kebab products because they have been labelled with a ‘use by’ date of 1 April 2020 or 2 April 2020 instead of 1 March 2020