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Bereaved families call for drug law change

Thousands of flowers are laid in front of a council house to represent lives lost because of drugs.

The British experience of the Mediterranean, 1976

‘When we set up the Common Market what was in the back of most of our minds was the Côte d’Azur,’ declared the actor Robert Morley, introducing the Observer’s exploration of Britons and the Med in 1976. His Riviera trips involved a regular ‘ritual potter’ around estate agents chasing a familiar Med fantasy: ‘To wake each morning to the scent of mimosa, to breakfast outdoors… A long swim, a short drink, luncheon under the tree, a slumber in the...

The 80 Best Organizing Tips for the Tidiest Home Ever

Say goodbye to clutter!

These Designer Living Rooms Prove That Minimalism Will Always Be in Style

Always clean, never boring.

At 192 Jonathan the tortoise is the world's oldest living land animal

Designers Actually Love This Cheap Fence Idea

It looks expensive.

Libra: Your daily horoscope - June 30

Libra: here are your free predictions for the day June 30

Snezana Wood thought 'desperate women' went on The Bachelor. Then her daughter convinced her to apply.

This is an edited extract from Untold by Snezana Wood, a story of love, motherhood, heartbreak and change. Now available for purchase. It was Eve who told me I had to get out more. She'd seen other parents in relationships and coupled-up, and she wanted the same for me. "You need to go out and have fun and meet people," she ... Continued

Xochitl Gomez Ravishes in Red in L.A., Plus Shania Twain, Camila Cabello, Chris Martin and More

From Hollywood to New York and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to

Yes, Your Decor Choices Can Impact Your Well-Being

It's more than just decorating with plants.

Talk about DIY! Inside London estate where locals BUILD own homes

To combat the issue of high house prices, residents of a Lewisham council estate have been given the chance to build their own homes, which has allowed them to make astronomical savings.

The Beauty Products the Royal Family Swears By

From Kate Middleton's must-have balm to the nail polish that's multi-generation royal staple, these are the royal beauty essentials.

I had my mom and sisters wear their wedding dresses for my 40th birthday. People stopped to take photos of us.

Hailey Myers asked her three sisters and mom to wear their wedding dresses for her 40th birthday dinner. They had so much fun doing it.

Free UK tidal pool compared to Australia for its crystal clear waters

The lido, which is recommended to swim in between the months of May and September each year, does not charge an entry fee for swimmers. However, its owners do ask for a donation.

I Tracked Down Some of the Beautiful Dinnerware Used on the New Season of ‘The Bear’

The show’s eponymous restaurant is using gear from a beloved East Coast ceramics producer.

Sabah committed to preserving cultural richness

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s unique cultural diversity is a treasure that must be preserved, says Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Read full story

Kedai Kopi Jalan Ampas evokes nostalgia of old Malay films

Among its specialities are laksa Johor, roti gelora, mee kari sri bulan, nasi minyak getaran jiwa, kam heong chicken, nasi dagang bunga and laksam.

Campaign begins to protect beach-nesting birds

The Essex Wildlife Trust says it is "almost impossible" to spot a nest and eggs can be trampled underfoot.

‘Wow’ way to empower disadvantaged women

After her husband’s death, Isham became the sole breadwinner and earned a livelihood by selling nasi lemak and doing all kinds of work.

Your pictures on the theme of 'shadows'

A selection of your pictures on the theme of 'shadows'.

How well would YOU do on the UK citizenship test?

It's the general knowledge test that immigrants must take to prove they know about the British way of life. Yet over half of Brits would fail if they had to sit it, a new study has found.

Retro Paris: stepping back into the 70s

A visit to Paris’s fifth arrondissement can make you feel unusually nostalgic in the current climate. Home to the Sorbonne, student-filled cafés and all-round Rive Gauche cool, it’s a world away from France on the brink of change. Also known as the Latin Quarter, le cinquième has ready supplies of retro charm and specialist shops to browse and lose yourself in. On an early-evening wander, I come across a shop on rue des Écoles that sells...

Elmer elephant auction raises £143k for hospice

Artwork from a public art trail has helped raise thousands of pounds for a children's hospice.

This Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Is What Family Pasta Nights Are All About

Put the jar back on the shelf.

Amazon Slashed Up to 57% Off Cookware Ahead of the Fourth of July, Including Le Creuset, All-Clad, Staub, and More

Grab summer upgrades from Dutch ovens to stainless steel cookware sets.

The Best Diner Foods, Ranked

The choice between pancakes or a patty melt will never not be a difficult.

Should we all start separating recyclables at home?

Some people think it would help boost our recycling rates, but some think it would be too much work.

A Definitive Ranking of the Homes in Nancy Meyers's Movies

Which dreamy property is your favorite?!

Hang Tuah exhibition lures more than 10,000 visitors

This exhibition not only presents history, but also aims to nurture the identity of the younger generation with the spirit of Hang Tuah that never fades.

12 Amazing Tiny Houses You Can Actually Buy Online

Make your tiny-home dreams come true (free shipping included!).

9 Sunken Living Room Ideas That Prove This Throwback Trend Is Here to Stay

Go ahead—sink in.

Man told to tear down 8ft fence by 'ridiculous' council 'buffoons'

Residents of Derby's Limes Avenue had thanked their lucky stars when Matt Hubbard and his family moved into the grade II listed cottage two years ago.

Are we in a summer Covid wave?

Lots of people seem to have Covid at the moment but what is behind it and is it serious?

8 Best Hamburger Buns on Grocery Shelves

No matter what you put between the buns, these are the ones you should look for at the store.

Martha Stewart’s Style Evolution Through the Years

Shes does it all— with style!

How to DIY a Rock Garden to Transform Your Yard

Turn a neglected area into a beautiful garden!

Pick the Right Flowers for Every Anniversary

Keep love blooming with a bouquet that symbolizes your time together.

The best royal beards and mustaches

We've covered facial hair before (pun intended!), but this time we'll focus on the royals. What's so special about royal beards and mustaches? Well, they are indeed fit for royalty! Plus, many of these famous monarchs uncharacteristically sported mustaches and beards at very specific times of their lives. Do you want to see the best royal beards and mustaches of all time? Then click on!

Shaving tips for a smoother face

Shaving is a necessary evil for most men. But scraping a razor blade across one of the most sensitive parts of the body can cause inflamed hair follicles, itching, ingrown hairs, and razor burn. Oh, and what about those nasty nicks and cuts? But fear not! There's an art to achieving the perfect shave. It involves a careful grooming ritual and requires the right kit to pull off. Once mastered, the face looking back at you in the mirror will positively radiate a smooth, healthy glow. So, are you ready to remove that unsightly facial hair? Click through, lather up, and sharpen your shaving technique.

Celebrities who slipped on the etiquette at Royal Weddings

Some wedding etiquette is applicable to most traditional Western Christian ceremonies. However, things can get a bit tricky when it comes to royal weddings. Sure, you shouldn't wear white or black, but did you know that taking pictures is also a no-no? But there's more, a lot more! Many celebrity guests, however, didn't get the memo and indeed broke tradition at royal weddings. Click through the following gallery to discover who they are and what they did.

Damp, mould and rats leave family 'scared' in home

Families' health suffering in substandard private rented accommodation as charities call for action.

Benraich Just Dropped Its Oldest Whisky Ever

The Speyside distillery's new Scotch is exceedingly rare, as only a few dozen bottles are available worldwide.

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A poem for Sunday

Girls join St Paul's Cathedral choir for first time

Lila, 11, and Lois, 10, are set to perform in the choir's Choral Evensong service on Sunday.

Sarah Chatto seen at a dance class aged 10 in pictures from 1974

Lady Sarah was pictured by Lord Snowdon at her dancing school in Hammersmith, West London, in 1974. This month she was named the new president of the Royal Ballet School.

60 Dining Room Ideas That Will Make You Swear Off TV Dinners

Drop that takeout container!

Why You Should Be Storing Butter In The Freezer

What's cooler than butter being cool? Ice cold!

The 10 Best Lego Deals on Amazon This Weekend Include “Harry Potter”, “Star Wars”, and More from $13

Plus, save on the internet-famous Lego flowers

Children 'may go hungry without summer meal payments'

A local charity calls for a free school meal grant to be reinstated ahead of the summer months.

10 Kitchen Organization Products You Didn't Know You Needed

Give your kitchen the ultimate glow-up with these Pinterest-worthy products.