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The Great British Pub
Does anyone else feel as I do? That there is an insidious erosion of our British way of life. For instance, a newspaper report on the impending closure of Yates's town centre pub, in Kidderminster. And, directly underneath this, a further report, claiming
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The Great British Pub
Does anyone else feel as I do? That there is an insidious erosion of our British way of life. For instance, a newspaper report on the impending closure of Yates's town centre pub, in Kidderminster. And, directly underneath this, a further report, claiming
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Barnes-Homer stuns Cambridge
Cambridge 0 Harriers 3 MATTHEW Barnes-Homer's brace ensured Harriers recorded their first back-to-back wins in the Blue Square Premier this season as they got the better of Cambridge United on Saturday. Harriers made a mockery of their previous poor
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Barnes-Homer stuns Cambridge
Cambridge 0 Harriers 3 MATTHEW Barnes-Homer's brace ensured Harriers recorded their first back-to-back wins in the Blue Square Premier this season as they got the better of Cambridge United on Saturday. Harriers made a mockery of their previous poor
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Shaking and shaping up for spring
A NEW family fitness activity has bounced into action at holiday parks around the UK. Activities on offer in the early morning Wake and Shake' sessions at Haven Holidays include bouncing on mini trampolines and space hoppers, skipping, catching games
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Quiz with musical interludes
MUSIC and general knowledge are set to strike a chord at a charity night being staged in Kidderminster next month. Rock band, Identity Crisis, will perform in between quiz rounds at the Chain Wire Club, Zortech Avenue, on Saturday, April 5. The fun
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Carnival in appeal for dresses sponsor
A SEARCH has been launched by Kidderminster Carnival to find a sponsor to pay for the dresses for this year's queen, princess and rosebuds to wear on their big day. Sponsorship officer Duncan Cashmore said any help towards the bill - expected to be in
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Cute spring arrivals warm visitors' hearts
SHEEP were glad to have their winter woollies on over the Easter weekend as visitors wrapped up against the cold. The unseasonal biting winter wind did nothing to alter farm life at Bodenham Arboretum, near Wolverley, with ewes and cows both giving birth
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Law Society rules out DIY divorce
FOLLOWING the high profile Mills/McCartney divorce, the Law Society is advising anyone considering divorce to seek good legal advice from a solicitor. Andrew Holroyd, Law Society president, said: "The Law Society advises litigants to seek the services
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Yogurt 'might alleviate' HIV side effects
REGULAR consumption of yogurt with added probiotic bacteria may help to boost the immune system and reduce gastrointestinal problems of people suffering with HIV or AIDS, according to the results of a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical
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Warning over 'dental tourism'
THE UK's leading oral health charity has urged members of the public not to travel abroad for dental treatment after a report by consumer advice group, Which?, found almost one in five medical tourists suffer problems after treatment. The British Dental
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Cancer puts strain on relationships
THE vast majority of people, either living with cancer themselves or who have a partner with cancer, find it puts a strain on their relationship, a survey by Cancerbackup and Relate reveals. Advice columnist, Bel Mooney, is supporting a campaign by charities
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ONLINE COMMUNITY PLAYS IT SAFE
PARENTS concerned about their children's safety online will be pleased to hear of a new virtual community, games site and chat platform for 11-14-year-olds that bans all swapping of personal information - with virtual "police" to spot any offenders.
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BAKE THEM A CAKE AS FAST AS YOU CAN
WHILE baking with the kids might be messy, it can also be great fun and have huge social and practical benefits. Yet a new report shows that a fifth of British adults rarely do any form of family activities with their children, including baking.
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ASK THE EXPERT
Q: "I've just had a baby and I seem to be forgetting everything. Is this normal and will my memory ever improve?" A: Human memory researcher, John Gabrieli, a professor of cognitive neuroscience at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, says: "
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Child discipline the pain-free way
AN American child psychologist has criticised the "naughty step" and "time out" techniques used by many modern parents to curb bad behaviour. In a new book, he claims his tried and tested methods are much more effective, for toddlers and teens. We find
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The late, late breakfast show
A LATE, late breakfast or brunch is one of the treats of a holiday weekend. Chef Simon Rimmer, who hosts BBC Two's Something For The Weekend, and his co-host, Tim Lovejoy, pick out their favourite recipes for a mid-morning feast from their new book, Lazy
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Get yourself suited and booted
WHO says suits should be reserved for the boardroom? Get in on this season's tailored trend - we show you how. By Lisa Haynes NOTHING says you mean business like a suit. But give stuffy visions of Alan Sugar-style ensembles a wide berth and work
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Six of the best dustbusters
BRACE yourself for minor tremors as people across the nation switch on their vacuums and commence the annual purge of their abodes, known throughout the ages as spring cleaning. By Peter Jenkinson PERHAPS the spring clean is not so much an overhaul
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Why holidays can make you ill
DO you waste precious days off fretting, only to find that by the time you've unwound and de-stressed, your holiday is over? We find tips, techniques and strategies to ensure you relax quickly and really recharge. By Gabrielle Fagan WHILE we all
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Get your skin spring fresh
STEP into spring with super revitalised skin. We review the treatments and products that will leave you re-born for the new season. By Lisa Haynes THE clocks are going forward, shops are crammed with flimsy summer clothes and you're counting the
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LENNY KRAVITZ - LONDON KOKO
LENNY Kravitz is a king of catchy retro rock and all-round sex god. So where better to see him in action than Camden's Koko - just intimate enough for that legendary appeal to ooze well into the crowd, without stifling any of that charismatic energy.
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In the spotlight ... Boy Kill Boy
WITH Boy Kill Boy having a new album coming out on Monday, singer and guitarist, Chris Peck, explains how he is looking forward to its release. By Andy Welch BOY Kill Boy are a four-piece from Leytonstone, East London, consisting of Chris Peck,
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Guillemots - what's in a name?
ECLECTIC quartet Guillemots released their second album, Red this week. The band explain how their sound has changed since their Mercury Prize-nominated debut and how much easier life is now they have their own studio to work in. By Andy Welch WITH
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HMV TOP 10 SINGLES
1. Estelle ft. Kanye West - American Boy 2. Florida ft. T-Pain - Low 3. Duffy - Mercy 4. Sam Sparro - Black and Gold 5. Madonna ft. Justin Timberlake - 4 Minutes 6. Leona Lewis - Better In Time/Footprints In The Sand 7. Nickelback -
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Grease star in cancer charity trek
STAR of hit musical Grease - Olivia Newton-John - is leading a team of stars from the UK, Australia and America, along with everyday survivors of cancer, in a 21-day trek along the Great Wall of China to raise money for cancer. The team joining Olivia
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Gentle and breezy affair
DECEMBER Boys (Cert 12, 100 mins, Warner Home Video, Drama/Romance, also available to buy DVD £12.99) Starring: Daniel Radcliffe, Lee Cormie, Christian Byers, James Fraser, Jack Thompson, Kris McQuade, Sullivan Stapleton, Victoria Hill, Teresa Palmer
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Another spoonful of Sugar
MULTI-MILLIONAIRE Sir Alan Sugar exudes such power and authority, you can't help feeling nervous in the 61-year-old's company. In reality, he's much nicer than his television persona leads us to believe - definitely not so shouty and scary, although
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Holly go-brightly
TV presenter Holly Willoughby steps off the ice to share her tips for saving water. She also talks about the furore surrounding her revealing outfits and explains why she's proud to be a "Stepford Wife". By Susan Griffin TV's Dancing On Ice pulled
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THREE WAYS TO ... Prepare a child for ‘stranger danger'
1. Make sure they know who, when, where and how to get help. 2. Talk to them about stranger danger and get your point across through role-play with younger children and current events and real situations with older kids. 3. Teach them not to accept
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HIT MISS OR MAYBE?
ESTELLE - AMERICAN BOY FEAT KANYE WEST DESPITE conquering pretty much every other genre out there, we Brits have never really been able to match those pesky Yanks when it comes to R n B. Until now that is, which makes the title of this slick number
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ON TOUR
PRIMAL Scream have been announced as the headliners of the Wax:On Live one-day festival, which takes place at Leeds Lotherton Hall on May 31. They will be joined by Reverend And The Makers, Hercules And Love Affair and dance pioneer, Erol Alkan. For more
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Gloomy outlook on window-cleaning
IT is a rather gloomy outlook but window-cleaning is one of the most hated household chores, according to new survey findings.Yet as a nation we still spend up to 11.9 million hours a year trying to make our glass sparkle. And although the North-South
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Greens boost for fertility
MEN who want to increase their fertility should eat plenty of green seasonal vegetables that are packed full of folate, new research suggests. A study by the University of California, Berkley, has found the nutrient can decrease the number of abnormal
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Guide to a healthier workplace
ACAS is urging West Midlands businesses to save money and reduce absenteeism by focusing on ensuring employees are healthy at work. The employment relations service has launched a new guide to help businesses promote and manage a healthy workplace.
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Counselling – you and your employer
I AM often asked whether companies, large or small, have to offer counselling services to employees. I do not believe there is any specific legislation requiring them to do so, but more and more now offer such a service normally under the umbrella of
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Remember
DON'T forget to put your clock forward one hour tonight.
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shuttleXtra takes wing with Guillemots
shuttleXtra takes wing today with eclectic quartet, Guillemots, who released their second album, Red this week. The band explain how their sound has changed since their Mercury Prize-nominated debut. There's more entertainment news, with DVD reviews
