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Woolwich machete attack leaves man dead.

Older women responsible for housing crisis?

Tornado rips through Oklahoma.

"Aggressive homosexuals" come out fighting.

91 year-old woman is Britain's oldest DJ.

Quote of the week

"I always carry a corkscrew in my handbag. While it's not the best corkscrew in the world, it works OK if you don't have an ornamental sword handy." absent.

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Genetic testing

Take part in an interesting survey about genetic testing for The Wellcome Trust.

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Win Bobike child bicycle seat

Two gransnetters have the chance to win a top of the range Bobike child bicycle seat to strap onto their bikes.

Recipe of the week

A vegetarian Mexican feast in the form of feta and refried bean tacos from proudnana.

bank holiday events

Bank holiday round-up

Air shows, festivals and fairs, we've got a huge array of local activities to keep you busy this weekend.

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The Great Gatsby

How good a novel is The Great Gatsby? Jon Connell explains why it has such a hold.

With love from Graz

With love from Graz

Loraine Fergusson uncovers her parents' remarkable love story from their WW2 correspondence.

Nell Freudenberger

The Newlyweds

Nell answered our questions on cultural collision and whether her characters have a bright future.


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Dementia Awareness Week

Alzheimer's Society is asking people to join the conversation on dementia and find out more.

Mary Berry

Mary Berry

Catch up on Mary Berry's webchat where she reveals how to avoid soggy bottoms.


Regina Silvers

The Granny Peace Brigade

Regina Silvers' latest exhibition inspired by a group of older women activists.

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May gardening

Marvel at magic mushrooms (no, no), illuminate your garden and plant magnolias.