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After Impressionism review: ‘incontestable masterpieces’ at the National Gallery

The story of the great changes that occurred in painting in late 19th and early 20th century France is “probably the most frequently told” in all art history, said Mark Hudson in The Independent. The period produced “some of the most genuinely popular art ever created”, giving us Cézanne, van Gogh,…

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Plants cry out when they need watering

Plants cry out when they need watering but humans can’t hear their cries, said scientists. Recordings of tomato, tobacco, wheat, corn and cactus show that they make “occasional ultrasonic popping noises” that are “similar to bubble wrap”, said The Telegraph. Therefore, concluded Professor Lilach Hadany from the School of Plant…

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Serial podcast: will Adnan Syed be cleared?

Adnan Syed, whose case gained notoriety from the popular podcast Serial, has had his murder conviction reinstated by a Maryland court.

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How German is the royal family?

King Charles is in Germany for his first overseas state visit – which has given him the opportunity to dine with some of his more distant relatives.

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UK’s ‘green day’: is net zero achievable?

The government has unveiled its “Powering up Britain” plan to increase the country’s energy security and deliver net zero by 2050.

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The 3D printing food revolution

Your kitchen could have its own “personal digital chef” one day, say researchers – that’s if they can perfect the technology behind the world’s first 3D printed cheesecake.

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Great Expectations review: BBC One’s new adaptation of the Dickens classic

There have been at least 18 prominent adaptations of Great Expectations since the invention of the moving image, said Nick Hilton in The Independent. “That’s Pip upon Pip, Magwitch upon Magwitch, Miss Havisham upon Miss Havisham.” Now, “for no discernible reason”, the BBC is treating its viewers to a new…

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How to beat broadband and mobile phone price rises

Households across the UK are set to be hit with yet another bill increase as broadband and mobile phone prices soar.

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Trattoria Brutto review: modest Italian food and an amazing atmosphere

There are few areas in the entire of the UK that betray the type of restaurant they house more than Farringdon. Home of the historic Smithfield Meat Market, you can expect food here to share a common theme: a focus on meat and butchery, and a consequential machismo – you’re…

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Imran Khan takes on the army in Pakistan

He was once an international cricketer, then a politician, then Pakistan’s prime minister. Now, after being deposed as PM by a no-confidence motion last year, Imran Khan is emerging as the leader of a “grassroots political revolution” in his home country, said Azeem Ibrahim in Foreign Policy (Washington).

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Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace review: historic adventures in Budapest

Housed in one of the world’s most beautiful Art Nouveau buildings, the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace is the ideal destination to experience Hungary’s capital city, Budapest. Surviving pieces from the Belle Époque era and the Second World War are stashed across its five floors, and from the outside the…

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Experts call for AI pause over risk to humanity

Tech leaders and experts including Elon Musk, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak and engineers from Google, Amazon and Microsoft have called for a six-month pause in the development of artificial intelligence systems to allow time to make sure they are safe.

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Trans athletes ruling: ‘return to sanity’ or unleashing ‘forces of hate’?

“It was a victory few had expected,” said Janice Turner in The Times. When Lord Coe, the president of World Athletics, unveiled the organisation’s response to the issue of transgender women taking part in elite female events, it seemed likely that it would be a mere tweak to current rules…

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Easter recipe: Adam Smith’s salt baked lamb shoulder

This is a twisted version of the traditional Easter lamb, created by Adam Smith, executive chef of Michelin-starred Woven by Adam Smith at Coworth Park in Berkshire. Served with a feta, cucumber, and mint salad, it’s a tasty and fresh recipe that brings spring flavours at Easter.

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Recipe: Niamh Larkin’s Easter egg chocolate cake pops

Niamh Larkin, executive pastry chef at 45 Park Lane in London, shows you how to recreate the five-star hotel’s popular cake pops. This at-home version is perfect for using up your Easter egg chocolate over the weekend and a fun activity to do with your children. You can be as…

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Easter recipe: Cyril Lignac’s chimichurri lamb chops with peas

Created by French chef Cyril Lignac, owner of Bar des Prés in Mayfair, London, this recipe uses Latin American-inspired chimichurri as a delicious alternative to mint sauce.

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Easter recipe: Charlie Hibbert’s egg, leeks and shaved truffle

Charlie Hibbert, head chef of Thyme at Southrop Manor Estate in Gloucestershire, has created this springtime dish, which makes an ideal brunch or lunch.

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Tortoise Mr Pickles, 90, becomes a father for the first time

A tortoise has become a father for the first time at the age of 90. Mr Pickles, who has lived at Houston Zoo for 36 years, welcomed three hatchlings with his partner Mrs Pickles, 53, who came to the zoo in 1996. Both are radiated tortoises, which were once considered…

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Sniffing sweat helps treat anxiety

Sniffing other people’s sweat may be able to help treat social anxiety, according to a new study. Researchers took armpit perspiration from volunteers who watched either happy or scary film clips. The sweaty samples were then used alongside more traditional mindfulness therapy to treat social anxiety. The study found that…

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Martine Vik Magnussen: billionaire’s son ‘confesses’ to role in her death

The death of Norwegian student Martine Vik Magnussen in London 15 years ago is back in the spotlight this week after a surprise confession by the prime suspect in the case.

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The Dalai Lama, reincarnation and China’s mounting Tibet problem

An American-Mongolian boy has been identified as the tenth incarnation of the Khalkha Jetsun Dhampa Rinpoché, the third highest-ranking spiritual leader in Tibetan Buddhism.

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Scientists discover black hole nearly 33 billion times bigger than the Sun

Scientists from Durham University have discovered one of the largest black holes ever detected in the universe, and it’s 32.7 billion times bigger than the Sun.

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Amsterdam ‘stay away’ campaign: do Brits abroad deserve a bad rap?

A new campaign warning British tourists seeking “messy” weekends in Amsterdam to stay away has cast a fresh spotlight on the reputation of UK travellers abroad.

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Rosewood Baha Mar review: bask in Bahamian luxury

Located on the pristine white sands of Nassau’s Cable Beach in the Bahamas, the Rosewood Baha Mar comprises 226 guestrooms, suites and villas on its own private oceanfront.

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Paul O’Grady: five things you might not know about Lily Savage star

The broadcaster and comedian Paul O’Grady, whose career spanned more than 30 years, has died at the age of 67, his family has confirmed.

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