An Asian elephant has been dubbed the “queen of showering” after it was filmed washing itself with a hose in a German zoo, demonstrating “remarkable skill”, according to stunned scientists. Mary was seen on camera at Berlin Zoo using her trunk to methodically wash her body with a hose, liftingContinue Reading
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Weightlifting can help make your tendons stronger. Vladimir Sukhachev/ Shutterstock When it comes to fitness, most workouts place the focus on building strength and definition in your muscles. But our muscles aren’t the only structures in our body that help us lift, run and do most of our daily tasks.Continue Reading
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Keir Starmer has been warned that he must prioritise attempts to reset Britain’s relationship with the EU and unpick the trade barriers created by leaving if he wants to offset the impact of the tariffs Donald Trump has threatened to impose. With Mr Trump re-elected to the White House andContinue Reading
The head of NHS England has highlighted the prevalence of domestic abuse faced by health staff in the UK as she also condemned the “abhorrent behaviour across society”. Amanda Pritchard, chief executive of the health service in England – Britain’s biggest employer with more than 1.5 million staff – saidContinue Reading
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Secondhand clothes may harbour many microbes. BearFotos/ Shutterstock Demand for secondhand and vintage clothing has surged within the last few years. Pre-owned fashion is seen by many consumers as a cheaper, more environmentally friendly way to expand their wardrobe. But as excited as you might be to wear your nextContinue Reading
Highlights from 2024 Grammy Awards Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free The nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards will be announcedContinue Reading
