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Rebecca Adlington shuts down reports she's spending lockdown with ex-husband and boyfriend

The former couple are co-parenting their daughter Summer




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Brian Howe dead: Bad Company frontman dies of cardiac arrest aged 66

Bad Company frontman Brian Howe has died at the age of 66, a family member has confirmed.




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Harry Potter star Rupert Grint welcomes baby girl with partner Georgia Groome

Rupert Grint has welcomed a daughter with his partner Georgia Groome.




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Amanda Holden: I have to constantly put myself out there to be judged

The Britain's Got Talent judge tells Standard Online why she likes to "keep surprising people"




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Ariana Grande confirms new relationship with Dalton Gomez in lockdown-themed music video

Ariana Grande has confirmed her relationship with real estate agent Dalton Gomez in a new music video.




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Little Richard dead: Rock and roll legend dies aged 87




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Coronavirus: Stressed, depressed, and feeling bad? You're not alone: Where to get free help online

As sheltering in place stretches into weeks for many, anxiety, isolation, stress and cabin fever are common. There's free mental health help online.

      




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What you need to know to keep connected.

      




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Grabbing an Uber? Buckle up and bring your face mask to combat coronavirus

As cities and states come out of COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, Uber is working on technologies to ensure both drivers and riders have masks in place.

      




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Coronavirus bingeing: YouTube trends show spike in every-day task tutorials

YouTube has seen a spike in content built on sharing the mundane, often isolating experiences of people's daily lives.

      




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How Marco Polo botched its app upgrade and ended up with 1 star reviews

Messaging from app was different story than what consumers saw. Many turned to Twitter and App Store reviews to vent their rage

      




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Apple CEO Tim Cook references 1918 flu pandemic in commencement speech to Ohio State graduates

In his speech, Tim Cook offered advice for navigating challenging circumstances in the years ahead and talked about his career at Apple.

      




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Bye-bye, butterfly keyboard: Apple unveils 13-inch MacBook Pro with a better typing experience

Most of the improvements were performance-based. The new 13-inch laptop features double the storage and a speed boost, and prices start at $1,299.

      




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12 awesome tech hacks to save you money and time

Looking to get the most out of your tech? Here are a dozen software or hardware tips, tricks and shortcuts that might save you money, time and aggravation.

      




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Amazon VP quits in protest over warehouse employee firings

Tim Bray worked in Amazon's AWS server division, but says he has solidarity with warehouse workers, who are treated as "fungible units."

      




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Apple, Google will warn you if you've been exposed to COVID-19. Here's how.

Apple and Google give a first look at how public health apps will alert you if you've crossed paths with someone who tested positive for COVID-19.

      




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Thanks to 'Trolls,' you'll see more new movies open in the living room

Viewers will get so used to watching new movies at home, they'll go out to theaters less, and fare will shift toward all comic books, says analyst.

      




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Can you spare a few minutes? It will save you money with Lyft

In our tests, Lyft savings ranged from $3 to as much as $8 depending upon how long the ride was.

      




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Apple dominates the smartwatch market as sales rise despite COVID-19 pandemic, report says

Apple holds 55% market share in the smartwatch category followed by Samsung and Garmin. Sales rose despite the coronavirus pandemic.

      




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These are the Facebook oversight board members who will decide what you can and cannot post

Facebook oversight board members will decide what Facebook and Instagram users can and cannot post on the platforms.

      




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National Password Day project: A unique password for every website you go to

We need to have a different strong, password for every website we go to. Password managers like Dashlane and 1Password help us remember them.

      




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YouTube TV subscribers getting access to Viacom channels including VH1, BET, MTV and others

MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network and TV Land are among the channels launching on YouTube TV in the coming months.

      




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Nintendo Switches are hard to find—here's where you can still buy one

Nintendo Switches are selling out as people remain in quarantine—here's where you can still get one.

      




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Facebook to allow employees to work from home through the end of the year

Facebook will let its employees continue to work from home through the end of 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic.

      




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Lyft requires drivers, riders to wear face coverings, avoid using the passenger seat

Lyft users must self-certify that they are following CDC guidelines related to COVID-19.

      




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Apple to reopen stores in four states with COVID-19 face masks, temperature checks and social distancing

Apple will reopen stores in four states next week with precautions such as temperature checks, face masks and social distancing.

      




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Which flying camera is for me? The new Mavic Air 2 or Mavic Pro?

New drone costs $799, compared to $1,349 and $1,600 for the "Pro" editions, but in our tests was more consistent for flying and had smoother image quality.

      




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Tinto: new social app uses AI to match up like-minded mums for support

Tinto wants to help mums dealing with post-natal depression and loneliness in Covid-19 and beyond




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Why it's okay not to be productive during a pandemic

It's okay, you really don't have to make that sourdough




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Totally egg-stra Easter-ready nails: the DIY designs you need to try for this weekend

Pastels a-plenty and classic Cadbury claws




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The best food podcasts to tune into for dinner inspiration and more

Perfecting your sourdough? These podcasts are an essential accompaniment




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STEM apps and platforms to help kids keep up with science and maths in the lockdown

From coding to engineering challenges, these apps and platforms will keep kids busy




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Casual Kate: 8 times the Duchess of Cambridge has given us pared-back outfit inspiration

Is there any look she can't pull off?




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John Lewis launches free virtual personal styling service

One-to-one video chats to help you streamline your wardrobe




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Meet the Insta-cooks making a meal of lockdown

The world of online cookery has stepped up its game




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Cool and creative London florists which deliver to your door

Brighten up your new WFH space with some fragrant florals




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A look back at Clare Waight Keller's time at the helm of Givenchy

As she departs the French maison, we mark some of her finest moments




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OnePlus 8: wireless charging and 5G make this the company's most expensive range yet

The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro both feature 5G tech and a shiny new camera set-up




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Marks & Spencer is now selling Percy Pig ice cream for just £3

Due to popular demand, M&S has created Percy Pig-flavoured ice cream




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Red tracksuit bottoms are now Anna Wintour-approved WFH attire

Searches for tracksuit bottoms are up 2000 per cent on last month, and fashion's high priestess has given her seal of approval




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Window boxes: Budding gardeners are growing for it in lockdown

From mail-order seeds to watering schedules, Vicky Frost has a guide to creating a windowsill jungle




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People are renting sewing machines and karaoke sets to get through lockdown, new data shows

Brits appear to be upskilling as they isolate, says rental platform Fat Llama




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Daniel Hopwood's design tricks for transforming a room in your home

Daniel Hopwood reveals his Marylebone flat makeover secrets.




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If looks could kill: Villanelle's finest fashion moments from Season 3 of Killing Eve

The assassin breathes new life into the meaning of a killer wardrobe




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A piece of the action: jigsaws to puzzle over

The humble jigsaw has become a timely distraction




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This is what to do if you think you've had coronavirus

Katie Strick speaks to Dr James Gill, Locum GP & Honorary Clinical Lecturer, Warwick Medical School about what to do if you suspect you've had COVID-19