How we met: ‘He was in a shell suit and trainers – I asked him to go back and change’
In the summer of 1990, Ian Whitehouse was coming out of a bad relationship. “I decided to look for a last minute holiday,” he says. “I saw an offer for …
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Who’s a clever dog? Canine ‘genius challenge’ to be livestreamed
The search for the world’s smartest dog kicks into gear on Wednesday, as contenders compete in a livestreamed event to be crowned top of the canine class. Researchers in Hungary …
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Keep the home fires burning? Don’t even think about it!
Name: Open fires. Age: As old as mankind. Appearance: A homely, warming alternative to sucking on a car exhaust pipe. Oh no, don’t tell me the woke committee is coming …
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My husband’s chewing makes me want to scream. I’m living with a horse. How do I navigate it?’
My husband’s clicking jaw and loud chewing makes me want to scream. I’m living with a horse. Meal times are impossible. Pre-lockdown I only had to endure dinner at the …
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It’s not just chlorinated chickens: there’s still nothing appetising about a UK-US trade deal
Two weeks ago, the government announced that chlorine-washed chicken from the US was off the menu in any trade deal. It also said that the newly established trade and agriculture …
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My boyfriend is so quiet in bed that I’m worried he’s not enjoying himself
I have been with my boyfriend for about 10 months. While I have never been so happy, I do feel slightly uncomfortable in the bedroom with him compared with my …
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I’ve always hated hugging in winter. Finally, the rest of the world sees why
For Valentine’s Day this year, my friend Kitty ate all the candy from a heart-shaped box of Russell Stover chocolates, but thoughtfully saved the lid for me. It was a …
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