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There's set to be a new 'Big Five' and you can choose the animals

Wildlife experts are calling on the public to redefine the Big Five




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Hilary Mantel, Bernardine Evaristo and Maggie O' Farrell make Women's Prize for Fiction shortlist

Mantelmania continues as The Mirror And The Light makes it to the final stages of the 2020 Women's Prize for Fiction




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Why you need to take a colouring-in break

Colour me happy — a bright way to chill out




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10 quarantine birthday memes you'll only appreciate if you're 'celebrating' during lockdown

If you were born in March or April, our condolences ...




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Think inside the box: puzzles and board games to get your through lockdown

From puzzle-solving to empire-building — sweep the board, says Samuel Fishwick




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The tech behind London's new NHS Nightingale hospital

A fully-connected hospital had to be built in only seven days




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Plant tech: from micro-greenhouses to AI botanists, the smart guide to healthy plants

How does your isolation garden grow? The smart guide to keeping it in full bloom




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Dear Diary: how will we remember the year the world paused?

It's more important than ever to capture everyday moments both mighty and miniscule, says Katie Strick




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Drink up: the best wine podcasts

From quarantine vino survival guides to sharing a glass with celebs, these are the best wine podcasts to know




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Ethical at any size: the plus-size brands with sustainability at their core

Because every body deserves to be dressed well




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ReBurberry Edit: Burberry launches eco capsule collection and new green eco clothing tags for Earth Day

To celebrate World Earth Day, the British brand has created an edit of its SS20 collection made from recycled and bio-based materials




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Sustainable luxury fashion label Mother of Pearl creates first high street collection with John Lewis

Hardworking wardrobe staples from one of luxury fashion's coolest sustainability stars




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What is today's Google Doodle? Everything you need to know about Earth Day 2020

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day




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Travel experts on the first place they'll be heading to once the crisis is over

From Corsica to Cornwall, New Orleans to Namibia... our favourite globetrotters share the destinations they'll be making a beeline for when the world is open again




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#DesignYourSuperBear: John Lewis and Waitrose launch soft toy design competition for UK kids

100% of the proceeds will go towards the NHS




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Prince Louis echoes Prince William's signature dressed-down look for birthday pictures

Like father, like son




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Canada Goose to stop buying new fur by 2022

The brand will however continue to use fur it has reclaimed from customers through a buy-back scheme




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What date is Ramadan and what impact will coronavirus have on celebrations this year?

Coronavirus: The symptoms




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The race is (back) on: your guide to marathon plan Bs

The London Marathon might be off until October, but just because we're not heading to Blackheath this weekend, it doesn't mean Sunday can't be race day. In fact, the conditions are all set: a clear diary; ideal weather (a dry 15C with a cooling breeze); and those new trainers you bought on eBay last week — the perfect excuse to lace up and take on the 26.2 (or some combination of those digits).




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Book review: Redhead at the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler

Finding humour and humanity in the ordinary




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Book of the week: The Ratline by Philippe Sands

Son defends sins of his father in this grim page-turning life story of a Nazi




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Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan: a sharp, assured debut from the new Sally Rooney

Smart debut skewers millennial manners




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Start-up Resilience programme launches to support female and BAME founders during Covid-19

The new scheme wants to ensure diverse founders are still standing once things are back to normal




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Everything you need to know about the multi-billion-pound race to find a virus vaccine

Today marks the start of human drug trials, as beating Covid-19 becomes a global effort. Susannah Butter reports




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The Duchess of Cambridge wears blue Ghost dress in honour of the NHS to clap for our carers

She appeared alongside the rest of her family, who also all wore blue in tribute




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Met Gala Challenge: Billy Porter is encouraging you to recreate your favourite Met Gala looks in new Instagram challenge

Lockdown is about to get considerably more fash-un




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New Balance 530 trainers are the fashion girl favourite for your daily stroll

The retro runner has made (another) comeback




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European Day of Languages 2018: Best apps for learning a language on the go

Learning a language is good for brain-training so get out your smartphone and start downloading




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Netflix's Narcos is set to become a designer menswear brand

The hit show has just been renewed for a fifth season




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Reversible tricks to give your rental home a high-impact refresh

These creative tricks are easy to put back when you move out for renters worried about their deposit.




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The best time of day to exercise to improve your sleep in lockdown

Can you expertly time your daily dose of cardio to boost the quality of your sleep? Rosie Fitzmaurice finds out...




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14 bucket list-worthy experiences to book post-pandemic

Here's looking at you, 2021




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Should I wear a face mask in public?

Expert advice from a professor in health sciences




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25 signed versions of ES Magazine x Kurt Geiger Anthony Burrill 'We Are One' tote bag go on sale

All profits from the tote bag will go directly to NHS Charities Together, a not-for-profit conglomeration of 250 good causes attempting to raise £1 million every day for hospitals




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A top dermatologist shares the 8 best skincare products for treating acne-prone skin

From calming clay masks to worthy blackhead treatments – these products actually work, according to consultant dermatologist Anjali Mahto




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Colour codes: Instagram's rainbow challenge is daring us to embrace colour, but what do the shades symbolise?

Red and yellow and pink and blue, which one is most you?




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Coronavirus will force millions in the UK to live without basic toiletries - here's how you can help

The economic impact of Coronavirus will see millions of Brits unable to afford basics like toothpaste and soap. Chloe Street on why feeling clean should not be a privilege in the modern world




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Melania Trump turns 50: we chart the First Lady's fashion evolution as she celebrates her birthday

Take a look through the model turned First Lady's sartorial history




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Facebook's new Messenger Rooms will let you group video call with up to 50 people — here's how to do it

Facebook is coming for Zoom's video chat crown




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Best language learning apps to perfect your skills before your next trip

Learning a language is good for brain-training so get out your smartphone and start downloading




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Community aid website urges more people to volunteer amid coronavirus crisis

CoronaBuddy.co.uk helps connect people in need with local volunteers in their area




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Cameron Diaz has revealed she used to buy her red carpet looks from the high street

"For my premieres, I would just go to Barney's and buy clothes," says the actress




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How likely is it that passengers will be quarantined for two weeks after entering UK?

Travellers may have to quarantine for two weeks on arrival to UK - but why hasn't this been implemented sooner?




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Join the community: how Nextdoor app is helping to connect neighbours during Covid-19

People are flocking to the hyper-local app to stay connected during the lockdown




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Meet the Hoteliers: Dawn Hindle, owner of legendary Ibiza party hotel Pikes

From Joshua Tree to Formentera, Ibiza legend Dawn Hindle shares her favourite travel memories




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The best apps for walking to keep moving

From discovering new routes to earning virtual coins, these apps will keep you going




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David Beckham quits fashion label Kent & Curwen as it reports losses of £18 million

The retired footballer had been a business partner at the label since 2015




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Could CBD help ease your covanxiety?

It's boom time for CBD as the capital looks for ways to relax in lockdown. Phoebe Luckhurst has a bluffer's guide to mellowing out




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Ganni launches huge charity archive sale with brand's greatest hits at 70 per cent off

Twenty per cent of profits from the pop-up sale will go to supporting UN Women's solidarity funds




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Meet the woman behind the Run For Heroes 5k challenge – that has raised over £5m

'I hoped to raise £5k with Run For Heroes ... now the total is over £5m'