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The Given World by Melissa Harrison: A Poignant Portrait of Rural Life Amid Ecological Crisis

Melissa Harrison's The Given World offers a profound portrait of rural village life amid ecological crisis, weaving interconnected stories over six months with themes of death, community, and environmental change.

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Reflections in solitude in The Given World.

Polyamory: More Than Sex, It’s About Honesty, Logistics, and Trust

Naomi Allsworth discusses polyamory as a practice rooted in honesty, trust, and logistics rather than sex, highlighting challenges and misconceptions while balancing family life and relationships.

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S4C Naomi standing outdoors in front of dense green foliage. Purple flowering plants hang downward behind her. She is wearing a floral blouse and has blonde slightly curled hair.

TV Tonight: Inside the Shocking True Story of a Casino Bomb Plot

Tonight's TV highlights include a gripping documentary on a 1980 Nevada casino bomb plot, Jamie Oliver’s barbecue tips, a rugged trek with Bear Grylls and Matthew McConaughey, and a series on Silvio Berlusconi’s rise.

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A re-created scene from This Is a Bomb: The Nevada Casino Heist.

Georgina Hayden’s Easy Spanakopita Orzo Recipe for a Taste of Greece

Georgina Hayden shares a quick, creamy spanakopita orzo recipe that brings a fresh taste of Greece to your weeknight dinner.

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Archaeologists Discover Wooden Foundation Beneath Ancient Stone Crannog on Isle of Lewis

Archaeologists from the University of Southampton discovered that a Neolithic crannog in Loch Bhorgastail, Isle of Lewis, was built on a large wooden platform dating back to 3500-3300 BC, revealing complex construction techniques and significant historical insights.

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1940s Artifacts Discovered Beneath Floorboards of Dumfries Flat

Kirsty Geddes uncovered a 1940s collection of artifacts beneath the floorboards of her Dumfries flat, including wartime newspapers and a 1942 fire extinguisher, sparking her interest in the building's history.

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BBC Kirsty Geddes with tied back brown hair, smiling to camera, wearing a long-sleeved grey top and holding a red cone-shaped metal fire extinguisher dated 1942

Thomasina Miers Shares Mexican-Inspired Spring Soup and Quesadilla Recipes

Thomasina Miers presents Mexican-inspired seasonal recipes, including a vibrant spring soup with tomatillos and herbs, followed by comforting black bean and three-cheese quesadillas, perfect for a flavorful meal.

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Thomasina Miers’ Mexican spring vegetable soup with toasted pumpkin seed salsa.

Readers Recall Missouri Tofu Spill and History’s Worst Odors

Readers recall the unforgettable Missouri tofu spill and share stories of history’s worst odors, from tanneries and rotting hides to infamous chemical smells and the Great Stink of 1858.

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A young woman grimaces as she leans in to smell the plant

Historic Faenol Mausoleum Neglected Despite Fame of Estate's Music Events

The Faenol Estate in Gwynedd, known for hosting major music events, conceals a neglected Grade II-listed mausoleum now endangered due to fragmented ownership and decay.

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Celebrity Traitors Series Two Features Richard E. Grant, Miranda Hart, Leigh-Anne Pinnock & More

The second series of The Celebrity Traitors features 21 stars including Richard E. Grant, Miranda Hart, and Leigh-Anne Pinnock competing in the Scottish Highlands this autumn.

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Studio Lambert Claudia Winkleman stands on the castle steps, flanked by two hooded figures in green cloaks.

Princess Charlotte Smiles Brightly in New 11th Birthday Portrait

Princess Charlotte's new 11th birthday portrait shows her smiling in a sunny field. Photographer Matt Porteous captured the image during the family's Easter break in Cornwall. The Wales family also shared a new family portrait marking 15 years of marriage.

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Kensington Palace Princess Charlotte smiling in a field of daisies

Hollywood Stars Film Highlander Remake Across Scotland’s Highlands

Hollywood stars Henry Cavill, Karen Gillan, and Russell Crowe are filming the Highlander remake across Scotland’s Highlands, engaging locals and supporting charity efforts.

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Grace Driver A man with a grey beard and shaggy brown hair. He's wearing mirrored sunglasses and is posing for a selfie with a young girl. She has dark hair and is wearing a black hoodie. They are both smiling.