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What experts say about the feeling of déjà vu in everyday situations

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

You’re in the supermarket, reaching for the same bag of rice you always buy, when you catch the eye of...

Sliced potatoes sizzling in a cast-iron skillet with rosemary and onion on a wooden table.

Low in calories, this rustic dish is back on the table: it wins over Laurent Mariotte and replaces gratin dauphinois.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Em plena época de frio em França, um prato rústico de batata, sem natas nem queijo, volta discretamente a aquecer...

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Adopting for years and, for the first time, I feel under suspicion: what does the new law require from future dog owners?

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Era simples: escolher um cão, assinar um papel, levar para casa. De repente, adoptar tornou-se quase um processo de investigação....

Person in car with smartphone showing "subscription expired" and touchscreen displaying apps, car key on seat.

Digital car subscriptions ‘hiding’ costs from motorists, ADAC and c’t warn

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Digital features in new cars are increasingly becoming a source of unexpected, ongoing costs for drivers, according to an analysis...

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How to quickly remove cigarette smell from enclosed spaces

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

O cheiro não aparece na fotografia, mas domina a sala. A janela está só entreaberta, e a cortina ainda guarda...

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We've found the biggest iPhone 17 Pro clone at MWC-here are its main flaws.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

<pBARCELONA - Amid the buzz of this year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC), a lookalike handset styled to resemble Apple’s iPhone...

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How to stop rubbish attracting insects, even in hot weather

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

O saco do rubbish bin está lá, quieto no canto da cozinha, quando a temperatura passa dos 30 °C e o...

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Climate change: Should ski resorts continue investing in artificial snow production to adapt?

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Nos Alpes, o inverno já não é garantido. A neve natural está a rarear, os custos sobem e o modelo...

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Experts note that people who like to control everything often display anxiety, inflexibility, and struggle to delegate tasks to others.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Na sala de reuniões, a apresentação já tinha passado da hora. O ecrã grande estava ligado, o gráfico cheio de...

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Audi dismisses reports claiming Porsche has axed electric 718 plans

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Audi has moved to quell speculation that Porsche has abandoned battery-electric versions of the 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman, describing...

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How to fix small leaks before they turn into major issues

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

A scene that feels all too familiar: it’s late afternoon, you step into the bathroom and notice a small, rhythmic...

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China Considers Ban on Unconventional Steering Wheels as Safety Rules Tighten

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Chinese regulators are moving towards restricting unconventional steering wheel designs-including yoke-style “steering wheels” and so-called “half wheels” popularised by Tesla-under...

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Price of the new Moulinex double-drawer air fryer drops sharply for Black Friday.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Na correria de fim de ano, um eletrodoméstico silenciosamente vira estrela das cozinhas e mexe com o bolso de muita...

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On TV tonight: 3 films to watch this Sunday

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Ce soir, trois longs-métrages ont retenu notre attention à la télévision. Vous êtes installé devant l’écran et vous faites défiler...

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Mercedes-Benz USA to Recall Nearly 12,000 EQB Electric SUVs Over Battery Fire Risk

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Mercedes-Benz USA has announced a major recall covering 11,895 EQB electric crossovers from the 2022 to 2024 model years, warning...

Woman chopping vegetables on kitchen counter, open fridge in background, surrounded by bowls of ingredients and eggs.

I cook smart all week: using 18 ingredients for 7 different, tasty dinners, each ready in 30 minutes.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Tight schedule, real hunger and zero patience for expensive takeaways: a simple formula promises to sort dinner for the whole...

White Citroën C3 2026 model on display in a bright showroom.

Citroën reinstates cheaper e-C3 Aircross trim, cutting entry price for 2026

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Citroën has opened 2026 by reshaping its approach to affordable electric cars, bringing back a lower-cost version of the e-C3...

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What experts say about the feeling of always being tired

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

The alarm goes off; your finger hits snooze. Five minutes turns into fifteen. Your coffee gets stronger every week, your...

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Why do some people feel the need to plan everything in advance?

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Every friendship group has that one person who turns up with the whole weekend itinerary stored as a mental PDF....

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Renault 5 E‑Tech Roland-Garros review: stylish trim, premium price - but practicality takes a hit

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

Renault is pitching its Renault 5 E‑Tech Roland-Garros at buyers who want a small electric car with upmarket flair, complete...

Man looking stressed at laptop, hands on temples, with tea, phone, book, and clock on table.

Spending too much time without proper rest can harm your brain, affecting memory, mood, and concentration.

Gareth H. Whitfield • April 19, 2026

It’s 3:17 a.m. The laptop screen is still glowing, the coffee has gone cold, and your head feels heavy. You...