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Homes for sale in landmark towers in England and Scotland – in pictures

From a neo-baronial country house with turrets in acres of grounds in Scotland to a modernist tower block in a bustling part of London Continue reading...

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Crop it: what to wear with a short trench coat

Ease into outerwear season with a light extra layer that’s perfect for cool, dry autumnal days Continue reading...

‘I will see you in the parking lot after this’: when book clubs get dramatic

Book clubs can be fun, fulfilling and interesting – but many members have seen a meeting or group go down in flamesFor four years, Laura has been in a book club with other young mothers from her church. You might be picturing a docile scene of women drinking sweet tea – they live in the US south – and discussing a life-affirming family novel or chaste romance.But you probably didn’t account for werewolf smut. Continue reading...

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Esther Rantzen: from That’s Life! to Childline – in pictures

The celebrated broadcaster and campaigner for consumer and children’s rights has died at the age of 86. We look back at her long life and career• Esther Rantzen, TV presenter and Childline founder, dies aged 86• From Childline to changing TV for ever: Esther Rantzen’s revolutionary life Continue reading...

‘12 weeks and SO disgusted by my dog’: what happens when you’re pregnant and can’t stand your pet?

There may be almost no research on pet aversion during and post-pregnancy, but it may not be particularly rareAbout three weeks into her first pregnancy, Sylvia Luu began to loathe the smell of her border collie mix, Ranger.Luu could hardly be in the same room as Ranger without becoming nauseous. His drool repulsed her, and she found the smell of his fur so disgusting she wore a nose plug all day. Continue reading...