These Are the World’s Most Liveable Cities in 2023
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Taiwan parents protest after preschool allegedly gave sedatives to children
Parents of children allegedly given sedatives by staff at a preschool in Taiwan have been protesting the government's slow response to the incident.
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Windrush: Birmingham charity founder speaks of early years in UK
The founder of community charity Shades of Black shares memories of her arrival in Britain.
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10 ways to give your home an instant summer glow
Summer really is a time to shine – and we’re not just talking about the weather. From sun-filled schemes to sipping sundowners in style on balmy evenings, it’s only natural we’d want to filter out the shadows and welcome in some summer decor updates. Think luminous decos and glimmering touches of gold. This is about channelling some of that sunny feel-good factor – much like we do with a sweep of bronzer and touch of shimmery lip gloss. Here are 10 ways to work a hint radiance at home this summer… 1. Set of 4 Grapefruit Plates, £45, Rockett St George For a citrusy twist to your summer tablescape, these gorgeous grapefruit plates come in lemon yellow, lime, orange and pink for mouth-watering starters and salads. 2. Gold Multi Tea Light Holder, £45, Graham & Green Play up the glamour with this striking gold centrepiece, which creates a harmonious blend of candlelight and artisan metalwork. Holds nine tealights. 3. Lauren Stemless Balloon Glasses With Gold-Rim – Pair, £24, Dress For Dinner Your best bubbles – be it fizz, a G&T or vodka and soda – will taste that much more delicious in trendy stemware without the stem! We love the glitzy gold rims. 4. Irregular Lustre Glass Flower Vase, £28, Next From fancy florals to faux ferns, this glistening vase makes a real statement with its voguish curves. And it’ll capture the light beautifully at this time of year. 5. Gatsby Marble Drinks Trolley, £349, Atkin And Thyme The pinnacle of proffering cocktails, this Art Deco style drinks trolley with marble top and glass base is a dream to dress up. From decadent decanters to crystal barware, a showy centrepiece to steal the spotlight. 6. John Lewis Pineapple Cocktail Shaker, £28, John Lewis And for the finishing touch, this charming silver and gold cocktail shaker is tailor-made for budding mixologists. Fun and fruity, what’s not to love? 7. Set of 3 Gold Swallow Wall Art Plaques, £20, Next A flight of fancy, plus a symbol of good fortune and luck, these gold swallows will make a graceful addition to a feature wall. 8. Gold Lobster Wall Décor, £75, Graham & Green Our favourite summer catch of the day? We’re going for gold with this striking lobster decoration. 9. STAR By Julien Macdonald Gold Metal Floral Frame Round Wall Mirror, currently £70 (was £100), Freemans This fabulous floral frame mirror will beam sunlight around your space, and provide an instant style update with its standout design. 10. Fab Hab Sydney Outdoor Rug in Gold & Cream, from £99.95, Cuckooland It’s amazing how a striking throw rug can spruce up your outdoor space – with underfoot comfort thrown in for good measure. This one’s made from recycled plastic bottles and is mildew resistant. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live How – and why – to prioritise mindfulness in the busyness of summer 5 sandal trends that will be huge this summer 6 triggers asthma sufferers should watch out for this summer
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Philippine Stock Benchmark On Verge of Technical Correction
The Philippine benchmark stock index is on track for a technical correction, after a tax plan on food
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Thailand to Overhaul Listing Rules as Stocks Whacked by Scandals
Thailand plans to tighten listing rules as a major accounting scandal, debt defaults and unexplained share gyrations rattle
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NBA Rumors: Clippers left Porzingis trade due 1 crucial reason
The Los Angeles Clippers reportedly pulled out of the three-team Kristaps Porzingis trade for one important reason regarding their return, Malcolm Brogdon.At the 11th hour, the Los Angeles Clippers-involved three-team trade that would've landed them Malcolm Brogdon from the Boston Celtics a...
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Manipur: Fears grow over Indian state on brink of civil war
Manipur faces the darkest chapter in its modern history and could be engulfed by ethnic violence.
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Oil Holds Advance on Signs Demand Starting to Improve in Asia
Oil held the bulk of a near 2% gain made Wednesday on signs of rising demand in Asia
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NBA Rumors: Kristaps Porzingis 3-team trade falls apart, Celtics still interested
The three-team Kristaps Porzingis trade has fallen apart. While initially reported that all teams were moving on, the Celtics and Wizards are still talking.Kristaps Porzingis is still on the Washington Wizards. At least for now.After reports that the veteran big was on the move to the Boston...
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Trump receives first batch of evidence against him in classified documents case, including audio tapes
Special counsel Jack Smith has begun producing evidence in the Mar-a-Lago documents case to Donald Trump, according to a Wednesday court filing that hints that investigators collected for the case multiple recordings of the former president -- not just audio of an interview Trump gave at Bedminster for a forthcoming Mark Meadows memoir.
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Dubai’s Latest Property Spree Has Rich Buyers Taking More Risk
On Dubai’s manmade island of Palm Jumeirah, soaring laser beams signal the latest outsized construction project getting started.
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