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Ears like a butterfly: One of the world's smartest dog breeds that used to hide in the sleeves of aristocratic ladiesThe papillon's size and aristocratic history belies its intelligence and agility, finds Brooke Theis.
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For sale: A vintage superyacht with history, scandal and whale-skin barstoolsChristina O is not just a yacht, she’s a front-row seat to the 20th century’s social and political history, and all the ghosts that came with it.
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Drink responsibly, drink English: Rhubarb, gorse, thyme and corn are the new secret ingredients to a successful cocktailWhen it comes to cocktails, offbeat British ingredients are having a moment
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The new 2CV shows that the fun of French retro shows no signs of slowing downCitroen are bringing back one of the world's most iconic cars, but this time with batteries.
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The most artfully designed dog kennels — from spaceships to antiques that belonged to French royaltyFrom an antique dog bed that could've been Marie Antoinette's, to the very best in 'Barkitecture'.
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From underwear to outerwear: How cinema transformed the fortunes of the humble T-shirtAmie Elizabeth White tells you how you can look like Marlon Brando. Sort of.
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Exams in November, summer in May: a new calendar for our modern climate?Wetter, stormier summers are no time for a two-month break just as marvellous May is entirely wasted on revision. A few calendrical changes would not go amiss.
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Polestar 3: The speedy Swede that's fun for all the familyWith a rich racing heritage, perhaps we shouldn't be surprised that Polestar has made such a fun car to drive. But with an EV, it's never a simple task.
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The 'cardinal gem' that cures drunkenness and wards off locusts — and was once as prized as diamondsNot even a price drop in the 19th century could take the shine off the charms of the amethyst, which has captivated Pharaohs, bishops and royalty for 5,000 years.
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They might eat cheese from a can, but the Americans can barbecue the world's best ribsIt’s time to banish memories of charred sausages with a plateful of succulent smoked pork ribs cooked the all-American way.
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Ian Callum, once designer of Jags, now designer of luxury hotel suite featuring many bits of JagAdam Hay-Nicholls takes a visit to the Callum Suite at Taj 51 in London, INEOS Grenadier heading for a career in the Army, and a new rum heads to Silverstone.
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Long before kleptomania, nymphomania, Lisztomania and egomania, there was EgyptomaniaThe enduring appeal of Ancient Egypt is one of our longest-running obsessions, and a new jewellery collection from Van Cleef & Arpels shows that we're not bored of it yet.
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'A little lust for a lot of precision. A little elegance for a lot of intent': The changing face of Ferrari designFollowing the reveal of the Luce, Ferrari’s controversial new electric car, Adam Hay-Nicholls takes a look at what constitutes modern Ferrari style.
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The most famous dog in Scotland is loyal to a fault and was beloved by Queen Victoria — but at risk of being reduced to history books aloneMollie Davies falls in love with the Skye terrier, the breed of Edinburgh's famous Greyfriars Bobby.
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What do brogues, Barbours, crumpets and foldable bicycles have in common? They’re all the best you can buy — and they’re all EnglishEmma Hughes rounds up 35 home-grown delights — big and small — worth investing in.
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'For a penny, one could buy entry into a new way of thinking: egalitarian, restless and caffeinated' — London's enduring love of coffeeRupert Clague explores how caffeine-fuelled conversation in Hanoverian London’s ‘penny universities’ helped shape the modern world — and where that same spirit still lingers today.
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Nothing says cool better than a ULEZ-skewering RollerHalcyon's Corniche is a modern and environmentally friendly take on the most louche of Rolls-Royces.
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The definitive guide to London's best afternoon teasThere's an afternoon tea for everyone — from gluten-free to art-inspired — if you know where to look. Here are some of our tried and tested favourites.
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'The Art of Living Well Longer': A wellbeing event at KYN HurlinghamPresented by https://www.kyn.co.uk/our-homes/hurlingham-london
Consider this your invitation to discover a quietly revolutionary approach to later life.
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'Since then, I have built up a collection of about 200 — the oldest of which dates from about 3000BC': Despite its scarcity and significance, this type of jewellery is among the least expensiveWhether humble, elaborate or very rare, amulets tend to have huge personal significance, ranging from sentimental to spiritual.
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What is everyone talking about this week: How Gen Z fell in love with fly-fishingThey may look closer to Brad Pitt's Paul Maclean than to the grandfathers who taught them how to cast. But they are flocking to the sport in their hundreds, lured by Nature's bounty.
