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Reversible tricks to give your rental home a high-impact refresh

These creative tricks are easy to put back when you move out for renters worried about their deposit.




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This 3,000-piece Harry Potter jigsaw puzzle is the perfect lockdown distraction

A magical time filler




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How does the NHS's new contact tracing app work? Here's what you need to know

Expert advice on the NHS contact tracing app




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Mattel releases medical worker action figures to celebrate those fighting coronavirus

The brand behind Barbie has released a new line of toys inspired by emergency care workers to honour those fighting coronavirus.




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Marianne's style: How to dress like Daisy Edgar-Jones' character from Normal People

Hers is a style so good that it's far from normal




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X Factor star Danny Tetley jailed for sexual exploitation of boys

Singer imprisoned for nine years for getting teenagers to send him explicit pictures

A former star of The X Factor has been jailed for nine years for sexually exploiting seven teenage boys.

Danny Tetley, from Bradford, was described as “a despicable creature with very few redeeming features” for encouraging the youngsters to send him explicit pictures in exchange for money.

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BBC could quarantine actors and crews on dramas to aid filming

Broadcaster considers plans to restart production on many TV series halted by pandemic

The BBC could put actors and directors in quarantine and remove the studio audience from Strictly Come Dancing under plans to help restart television production after the coronavirus pandemic shut down much of the industry.

The proposals, which could affect everything from EastEnders to light entertainment and high-end dramas, are being considered as broadcasters face up to the prospect of enormous gaps in their schedules after much of British television production was stopped dead in mid-March.

Related: No Señor Agüero, but BBC Bitesize kicks it out of the park

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Ty dies aged 47: Tributes flow for British rapper who contracted coronavirus





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Music Canada and CONNECT Music Licensing Artist Impact Survey Release

March 24, 2020, Toronto: CONNECT Music Licensing and Music Canada are sharing an Artist Impact Survey designed to help the government and the music industry better understand the impact COVID-19 is having on artists within the community. At the heart of the entire community are the creators, and they are at this moment in time […]

The post Music Canada and CONNECT Music Licensing Artist Impact Survey Release appeared first on Music Canada.




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Kate Beckinsale says it's 'ridiculous' how it can feel 'like a little bit of a political act' for a woman over 32 to have fun

The 'Underworld' actress finds it frustrating that people consider women to be "risqué" for doing things like dating or getting tattoos




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Lili Reinhart is set to voice a character in 'The Simpsons'

The 23-year-old actress has revealed via Instagram that she'll be voicing the part of an eight-year-old girl in an upcoming episode




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Barcelona deny 'corruption' claims from former vice president and threaten legal action after 'hand in the till' accusation

Barcelona have moved to strongly deny 'corruption' claims made by Emili Rousand and have threatened legal action against the former vice president.




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Chelsea 'dropped one' over Willian contract talks... but he's been lucky to avoid criticism, says Paul Merson

Chelsea have "dropped one" regarding Willian's contract, according to Paul Merson - but the former Arsenal forward also believes the Brazilian winger has been fortunate to avoid criticism for letting his deal run down.




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Erling Haaland to Real Madrid? Borussia Dortmund striker is attractive for any club in Europe, says Aitor Karanka

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is an attractive option for any club in Europe, believes former Real Madrid defender and assistant coach Aitor Karanka.




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Frank Lampard reveals Chelsea are ready to execute various transfer plans depending on coronavirus impact

Frank Lampard has revealed Chelsea are ready to execute various different transfer plans depending on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.




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Barcelona announce boardroom changes after resignations and confirm legal action against former vice-president

Barcelona have announced changes to the club's board in a swift restructuring after six directors submitted their resignations to president Josep Maria Bartomeu last week.




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Tottenham defender Ben Davies hails impact of 'dream manager' Jose Mourinho

Tottenham defender Ben Davies has described Jose Mourinho as a "dream manager" and says his arrival at the club gave everyone a lift.




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Marcus Rashford reserves Manchester United tickets for NHS 'superstars' in latest act of generosity

Marcus Rashford has once again shown his generosity after inviting two NHS workers to a Manchester United match after declaring them 'the real superstars' in the battle against coronavirus.




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Gary Neville fears for EFL players out of contract this summer: 'There is a serious problem brewing'

Gary Neville has expressed concern for EFL players whose contracts are set to expire this summer who will face a real problem finding new clubs as a result of the huge financial problems caused by the coronavirus pandemic.




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Partick Thistle seek legal action as Stranraer slam 'grossly unfair' decision to end Scottish Football League seasons

Scottish clubs' decision to conclude the Scottish Professional Football League season has been met by threats of legal action.




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Willian commits to Chelsea until the end of the season despite contract uncertainty

Willian has confirmed he is committed to seeing out the season at Chelsea.




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Norman Hunter dead: Leeds United legend dies aged 76 after contracting coronavirus

England World Cup winner Norman Hunter has passed away aged 76 after contracting coronavirus.




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Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta gives fascinating insight into his tactical masterplan to improve players

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has delivered a detailed insight into the meticulous planning that goes into shaping his tactical vision for his side.




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Liverpool yet to make contact over Timo Werner deal, says RB Leipzig chief

RB Leipzig CEO Oliver Mintzlaff says the club have not been contacted by either Liverpool or Bayern Munich over a move for striker Timo Werner.




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Manuel Neuer hits out at Bayern Munich after 'five-year contact' demands leaked

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has questioned his club after details of contract negotiations leaked to the media.




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Manchester United fans react to podcast 'gold' as Paul Scholes is ruthlessly trolled by hosts

Paul Scholes has been labelled "dumb and dumber" on the official Manchester United podcast after a comical misunderstanding.




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Arsenal contract talks with Aubameyang 'terrifying' as striker is tipped to join Manchester City

Charlie Nicholas says Arsenal's inability to convince big stars to extend their contracts is "terrifying" but doubts that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang actually wants to leave Emirates Stadium.




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Phil Neville to leave his role as England Women manager at end of his contract in 2021

Phil Neville will leave his role as England Women manager at the end of his contract in 2021, the FA have confirmed.




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Charlton urge EFL to take action against ousted chairman Matt Southall if misconduct allegations are proven

Charlton have called on the EFL to sanction ousted chairman Matt Southall, rather than the club, if the League's investigation finds evidence of misconduct.




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Arsenal receive Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang boost as his dad sends message over contract talks

Arsenal appear to have a key member of the Aubameyang camp batting for them after the striker's father sent a clear message to his son on Instagram.




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Manchester United transfer strategy in focus: How figures behind Pogba deal will impact Sancho and Kane plans

Old Trafford officials believe no club will get close to £100m transfers in the upcoming window




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Arsenal fans want Bukayo Saka contract confirmed after Twitter teaser

Bukayo Saka is yet to put pen to paper on a new Arsenal contract - but his latest tweet hints an announcement may not be far away.




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Why experts fear for the mental wellbeing of footballers when action resumes

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Premier League given May 25 deadline to submit plans for return to live action

Uefa have given the Premier League until May 25 to provide their plans for getting the campaign back under way.




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Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic ready to take the risk and return to action after coronavirus break

Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic says he is ready take the risk of contracting coronavirus by returning to action following six weeks of inactivity due to Covid-19.




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Jose Mourinho 'fear factor' drove Chelsea to first Premier League title, says Glen Johnson

Glen Johnson has revealed how Jose Mourinho's fear factor spurred Chelsea on to winning their first Premier League title.




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Jadon Sancho reacts to Liverpool transfer talk after Trent Alexander-Arnold comments

Jadon Sancho has stirred the transfer pot, teasing Liverpool fans tuning in to Trent Alexander-Arnold's Instagram Live on Thursday.




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Lucas Vazquez to Chelsea? Real Madrid winger admits Premier League is 'very attractive' amid transfer links

Real Madrid winger Lucas Vazquez admits the prospect of playing in the Premier League is "very attractive" amid speculation linking him with Chelsea.




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Chelsea forward Pedro 'has many offers' as he waits for Frank Lampard contract meeting

Chelsea forward Pedro says he has "many offers" but is waiting to speak to the club about his future beyond the end of the season.




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Arsenal transfer targets: Four out-of-contract players Mikel Arteta could sign for free this summer

Mikel Arteta has been brought in with a long-term view to rebuilding Arsenal, but it appears as though the coach will have to do so on a strict budget,




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Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain thanks club for contract extension

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has praised Liverpool for the show of faith that saw him given a contract extension shortly after recovering from a serious knee injury.




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Premier League Project Restart: Behind-closed-doors return under 'active consideration', confirms Dominic Raab

The prospect of Premier League football returning behind closed doors is under "active consideration", Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab has confirmed.




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Mikel Arteta offers frank warning for Arsenal transfer targets and contract rebels

Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal's wantaway stars and prospective transfer targets that they shouldn't need convincing to play for the club.




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Ryan Giggs reveals Wales copied Liverpool attacking tactics... and failed

Ryan Giggs has revealed how an attempt to emulate Liverpool's attacking tactics 'didn't quite work' for Wales during a recent meeting with Croatia.