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Politics

Tory rebellion stirring as PM fails to back triple lock pension pledge

Conservative MPs said pensioners ‘should not be paying the price for the cost of living crisis’

<p>Little Simz has been named the winner of the 2022 Mercury Prize Awards </p>
Showbiz

Little Simz wins Mercury Prize 2022

The Islington-born rapper was chosen as the over-all winner from 12 finalists selected by a panel of expert judges

Health

NHS setting up ‘war rooms’ to cope with ‘difficult winter’

New control centres will track available beds in hospitals to manage capacity

The Escapist

Seven Londoners on their second jobs (and how much money they earn)

From the accountant riding for Deliveroo on his way home to the teacher moonlighting as a nail artist, Katie Strick meets five savvy Londoners who’ve monetised their hobbies to foot the rising bills

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Travel

The best places in the UK to go pumpkin picking this Halloween

Embrace spooky season at these British pumpkin patches around the UK

Insider

Jared Leto becomes latest celebrity to launch a beauty line

The star is thrilled to launch his new skincare line despite never being “really interested in beauty products”

The Escapist

Sani Resort, Greece: a five-star sports-lovers’ paradise

Beekeeping! Scuba diving! Nadal-approved tennis coaching! The award-winning Halkidiki resort has built up a cult following among active Londoners looking for luxury in the sun - but it’s not just for frazzled parents. Katie Strick checks in

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ES Stories

ELLE Women in Hollywood Celebration

BFI London Film Festival

National Television Awards

W Magazine’s 50th party

Cara unveils new collection in Paris

Amsterdam premiere in London

The Emmy Awards

Kate Moss holds dinner for Cosmoss

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Music

Simon Cowell to pair music industry stars with TikTok users in new project

The music mogul said very few unestablished artists would have the opportunity to gain studio time with experienced songwriters ‘in the real world’.
Film

Dwayne Johnson: Making DC blockbuster Black Adam made me feel like a little kid

The former wrestler-turned-Hollywood star said working on the film had been ‘hard but certainly well worth it’.
Music

Little Simz: from north London council estate to 2022 Mercury Prize winner

The British rapper and singer, real name Simbiatu Ajikawo, hails from Islington in north London.
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Fashion

Mega-stylist Harry Lambert on Emma Corrin’s avant-garde red carpet run

The Crown alumni and My Policeman star never misses. Maddy Mussen speaks to the genius behind the looks

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Travel

The best long haul destinations for winter sun

Winter is nobody’s favourite time of year, so escape to one of these far-flung tropical havens. Curated by Juliana Piskorz

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Events and Things To Do

How to celebrate Diwali in London, from fireworks to Bollywood nights

Should you be celebrating the triumph of good over evil, here’s where to head, says Jochan Embley

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Madame Tussauds in London

Ben McCormack waxes lyrical about the best places to eat once you’ve met the statue celebs

Restaurants

Birmingham named Britain’s ‘top foodie destination’, beating London

Elsewhere, L’Enclume was named as The Good Food Guide’s most exciting restaurant of 2022, with Pollen Street Social came out on top in London

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Plug It In

‘Emobility needs to be affordable, simple, intuitive’

On the eve of World EV Day, its founder, Ade Thomas, explains how companies should be inspiring more consumers to jump on the electric bandwagon

Plug It In

Electric cars: Why buy when you can rent?

If you’re interested in electric cars but don’t feel ready, there are a number of schemes to try before you buy. Or you may never need to buy at all. Maria McCarthy investigates

Plug It In

‘Electric vans are far simpler than those with combustion engines’

What’s it really like driving an electric vehicle? We quiz real EV drivers on what they love (and don’t love) about their plugged-in experiences

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Property News

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirms stamp duty cut will not be reversed

“Almost all” of the tax measures announced in the Growth Plan have been reversed

Property News

House prices steady as buyers rush to complete before mortgages rise

September’s mini-budget has sent the housing market into turmoil, with more uncertainty to come.

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ES Magazine

My London: Paapa Essiedu

The Capture star strikes out at Rowans on a Friday night, hits Arsenal Supermarket on Christmas Day and can’t get enough Margarita time

ES Magazine

Away Game: Kenya’s Borana reserve is your wildest dream

Recall The Lion King’s Pride Rock, teeming with wildlife? Kenya’s Borana reserve is just like it, finds Joanna Taylor

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Science

More accurate test for cervical cancer ‘great news’, say campaigners

The test performed better than currently available methods for detecting women with advanced cell changes who need treatment.
Science

Sleeping less than five hours linked to multiple diseases in later life – study

Scientists recommend getting between seven and eight hours of sleep every night.
Tech

Instagram to start verifying users’ age with selfie videos

The company is rolling out the feature in the UK and EU at the end of the year

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Cycling

Best men’s cycling shoes for performance and comfort

On your bike! Four reviewers scout out the best pedal pushers

Home Accessories

Best hot water bottles 2022

Warm your cockles with our selection of stylish and functional winter warmers

Cycling

Best cycling gloves for grip and comfort reviewed

Get a grip with the best gloves for a comfortable ride