thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Mark Pougatch dropped from BBC Radio 5 Live: 'This was not my decision but on we go'

Mark Pougatch , the veteran sports presenter , has been dropped by BBC 5 Live as the station goes in search of a younger audience .
Pougatch has been with 5 Live since its inception in 1994 and was one of its most popular voices , presenting coverage of football , cricket , rugby and major sporting events .
The BBC said in a statement : “ Mark is a brilliant broadcaster who has been an integral part of 5 Live Sport for years .
Recently he has been presenting fewer programmes because his other commitments have grown and he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We wish him well.
” But that statement was contradicted by Pougatch , who clarified that he had wanted to stay with the station .
He told his followers on social media : “ Just so we ’ re clear this was not my decision but on we go.
” It is understood that 5 Live bosses told Pougatch , 51 , that there was no longer any work available for him .
He was last heard on the station during the Champions League Final in June .
5 Live listeners were up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the decision as “ baffling ” and “ clueless ” .
One said that the BBC “ seems to be getting rid of the calmer voices who can paint a picture on the radio and replacing them with shouty loud presenters.
” Jeff Stelling , the Sky Sports anchor , said : “ Sad that his total professionalism will be replaced by someone who is considered to be more in touch with the youth of today , even if they know sod all about football or interviewing .
He can ’ t say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the BBC sports presenter , praised Pougatch as “ a sensational broadcaster with the highest of standards ” .
AP McCoy , the former jockey , said Pougatch ’ s exit was a “ big loss ” for 5 Live .
Pougatch maintained that there are no hard feelings .
“ After an incredibly happy time there I ’ ve come to the end of the road now at BBC Radio 5 Live , ” he said .

Mark Pougatch, the veteran sports presenter, has been dropped by BBC 5 Live as the station goes in search of a younger audience.
Pougatch has been with 5 Live since its inception in 1994 and was one of its most popular voices, presenting coverage of football, cricket, rugby and major sporting events.
The BBC said in a statement: “Mark is a brilliant broadcaster who has been an integral part of 5 Live Sport for years. Recently he has been presenting fewer programmes because his other commitments have grown and he has now decided to move on. We wish him well.”
But that statement was contradicted by Pougatch, who clarified that he had wanted to stay with the station. He told his followers on social media: “Just so we’re clear this was not my decision but on we go.”
It is understood that 5 Live bosses told Pougatch, 51, that there was no longer any work available for him. He was last heard on the station during the Champions League Final in June.
5 Live listeners were up in arms on social media, describing the decision as “baffling” and “clueless”. One said that the BBC “seems to be getting rid of the calmer voices who can paint a picture on the radio and replacing them with shouty loud presenters.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Helen McCourt's family seek urgent judicial review to prevent release of killer who never revealed l

Helen McCourt's family seek urgent judicial review to prevent release of killer who never revealed location of her body

The family of Helen McCourt are seeking an urgent judicial review to prevent her killer being released from prison despite @ @ @ @ @ her body .
A legal team has made the request on the family 's behalf @ @ @ @ @ , after the Parole Board refused the Justice Secretary 's request to keep murderer Ian @ @ @ @ @ by its original decision to free him .
Ms McCourt 's mother Marie had called @ @ @ @ @ to step in after the board decided Simms had met the test for release three @ @ @ @ @ missing .
Speaking to the PA news agency on Thursday , Mike McCourt said : @ @ @ @ @ urgent judicial review .
That is our next step .
We have a legal team @ @ @ @ @ He said lawyers had already been in contact with Mr Buckland about the move .

The family of Helen McCourt are seeking an urgent judicial review to prevent her killer being released from prison despite never revealing where he hid her body.
A legal team has made the request on the family's behalf, her brother Mike confirmed, after the Parole Board refused the Justice Secretary's request to keep murderer Ian Simms behind bars, standing by its original decision to free him.
Ms McCourt's mother Marie had called on Justice Secretary Robert Buckland to step in after the board decided Simms had met the test for release three decades after the 22-year-old went missing.
Speaking to the PA news agency on Thursday, Mike McCourt said: "We are seeking an urgent judicial review. That is our next step. We have a legal team helping us out."
He said lawyers had already been in contact with Mr Buckland about the move.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Mike McGrath's transfer notebook: Norwich City agree loan deal for Hertha Berlin midfielder Ondrej D

Mike McGrath's transfer notebook: Norwich City agree loan deal for Hertha Berlin midfielder Ondrej Duda

Norwich have agreed a deal to sign Slovakia midfielder Ondrej Duda from Hertha Berlin .
The 25 year-old has flown over from Germany to complete a six-month loan deal to be part of Daniel Farke ’ s battle against Premier League relegation .
Farke has moved swiftly to land the £15 million-rated player who has lost his place at Hertha since Jurgen Klinsmann ’ s appointment .
Klinsmann has allowed Duda to leave for England , with Farke a fan of the player from his time in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund .
Duda has been at Hertha since arriving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will now compete for a place in Norwich ’ s central midfield as they look to climb off the foot of the table .
Young turns down United offer and looks to Inter Manchester United captain Ashley Young has turned down a one-year contract to stay at Old Trafford and is interested in a move to Inter Milan .
The Telegraph revealed on Tuesday that Young was of interest to Internazionale where he could command a longer deal .
United will now weigh up whether to offer fresh terms to the 34-year-old or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fee for a player who could leave for nothing in the summer .

Norwich have agreed a deal to sign Slovakia midfielder Ondrej Duda from Hertha Berlin.
The 25 year-old has flown over from Germany to complete a six-month loan deal to be part of Daniel Farke’s battle against Premier League relegation.
Farke has moved swiftly to land the £15 million-rated player who has lost his place at Hertha since Jurgen Klinsmann’s appointment.
Klinsmann has allowed Duda to leave for England, with Farke a fan of the player from his time in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund.
Duda has been at Hertha since arriving three-and-a-half years ago from Legia Warsaw and will now compete for a place in Norwich’s central midfield as they look to climb off the foot of the table.
Young turns down United offer and looks to Inter
Manchester United captain Ashley Young has turned down a one-year contract to stay at Old Trafford and is interested in a move to Inter Milan.
The Telegraph revealed on Tuesday that Young was of interest to Internazionale where he could command a longer deal.
United will now weigh up whether to offer fresh terms to the 34-year-old or sell him this window and get a fee for a player who could leave for nothing in the summer.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Prince Harry to return to Buckingham Palace to fulfil duty as host for Rugby League World Cup draw

The Duke of Sussex faces an awkward return to Buckingham Palace next week when he hosts the draw there for the Rugby League World Cup .
Prince Harry is set to press ahead with his first major engagement since his and his wife ’ s shock announcement that they planned to quit as senior royals , something said to have dismayed the Queen .
She is not expected to be in residence when the Duke hosts the draw for next year ’ s tournament on Thursday but he is bound to run into Palace staff who were also completely blindsided @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came just hours after the RWLC announced the Prince , who succeeded the Queen as patron of the Rugby Football League in 2016 , would oversee next week ’ s draw there .
A source told the Telegraph Sport no decision had been taken over whether the Duke would be asked to open the tournament – which does not begin until October next year – or present the trophy .
The RFL , Rugby Football Union and London Marathon also had no plans to ditch him as patron following Wednesday ’ s announcement @

The Duke of Sussex faces an awkward return to Buckingham Palace next week when he hosts the draw there for the Rugby League World Cup.
Prince Harry is set to press ahead with his first major engagement since his and his wife’s shock announcement that they planned to quit as senior royals, something said to have dismayed the Queen.
She is not expected to be in residence when the Duke hosts the draw for next year’s tournament on Thursday but he is bound to run into Palace staff who were also completely blindsided by Wednesday’s statement.
It came just hours after the RWLC announced the Prince, who succeeded the Queen as patron of the Rugby Football League in 2016, would oversee next week’s draw there.
A source told the Telegraph Sport no decision had been taken over whether the Duke would be asked to open the tournament – which does not begin until October next year – or present the trophy.
The RFL, Rugby Football Union and London Marathon also had no plans to ditch him as patron following Wednesday’s announcement.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Chelsea and Tottenham want Thomas Lemar on loan but face competition from European rivals

Both Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are trying to sign Atletico Madrid winger Thomas Lemar on loan until the end of @ @ @ @ @ League clubs face competition from other European clubs , and in particular from Russia , @ @ @ @ @ been told he can leave Atletico .
It is understood that Tottenham registered the first @ @ @ @ @ are now ahead of them with an offer for the French international .
The 24-year-old @ @ @ @ @ Atletico with coach Diego Simeone admitting he had failed to “ live up to expectations @ @ @ @ @ from Monaco in 2018 .
Chelsea have shown interest in Lemar in the past – @ @ @ @ @ in particular , making bids to sign him in 2017 – and considered making a @ @ @ @ @ in 2018 before he joined Atletico .
Signing Lemar on loan would appeal to Chelsea @ @ @ @ @ both keen to strengthen their forward line this month but may prefer a short-term option @ @ @ @ @ worth signing on a permanent basis .

Both Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are trying to sign Atletico Madrid winger Thomas Lemar on loan until the end of the season.
The Premier League clubs face competition from other European clubs, and in particular from Russia, for Lemar, who has been told he can leave Atletico.
It is understood that Tottenham registered the first interest in Lemar but Chelsea are now ahead of them with an offer for the French international.
The 24-year-old has disappointed since he joined Atletico with coach Diego Simeone admitting he had failed to “live up to expectations” following his €60million move from Monaco in 2018.
Chelsea have shown interest in Lemar in the past – with Liverpool and Arsenal, in particular, making bids to sign him in 2017 – and considered making a move in the January window in 2018 before he joined Atletico.
Signing Lemar on loan would appeal to Chelsea and Spurs, who are both keen to strengthen their forward line this month but may prefer a short-term option before evaluating whether he is worth signing on a permanent basis.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Amazon’s video doorbell company fires four employees for snooping on customers

Amazon 's video doorbell company Ring has fired four members of staff for trying to access customer video feeds , it has emerged .
In a letter to US senators , Brian Huseman , Ring 's vice president of public policy , said the company had fired the employees over incidents linked to access to customer data .
`` Although each of the individuals involved in these incidents was authorised to view video data , the attempted access to that data exceeded what was necessary for their job functions , '' he said .
Mr Huseman did not provide further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not known whether any of the employees gained access .
However , he said the company had determined the incidents were violations of its policies and had taken `` swift action '' in each case .
He said the company had also taken `` multiple actions '' to limit such data access to a `` smaller number of team members '' .
Ring said it did not comment on personnel matters , but said it had improved security measures recently .
`` Privacy , security , and user control will always be paramount @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help achieve our mission of helping to make neighbourhoods safer , '' a spokesman said .
`` We take the protection of customer data very seriously and are always looking for ways to improve our security measures . ''

Amazon's video doorbell company Ring has fired four members of staff for trying to access customer video feeds, it has emerged.
In a letter to US senators, Brian Huseman, Ring's vice president of public policy, said the company had fired the employees over incidents linked to access to customer data.
"Although each of the individuals involved in these incidents was authorised to view video data, the attempted access to that data exceeded what was necessary for their job functions," he said.
Mr Huseman did not provide further details of the incidents. It is not known whether any of the employees gained access. However, he said the company had determined the incidents were violations of its policies and had taken "swift action" in each case.
He said the company had also taken "multiple actions" to limit such data access to a "smaller number of team members".
Ring said it did not comment on personnel matters, but said it had improved security measures recently.
"Privacy, security, and user control will always be paramount as we pursue and improve technologies that help achieve our mission of helping to make neighbourhoods safer," a spokesman said. "We take the protection of customer data very seriously and are always looking for ways to improve our security measures."


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Skeltons win appeal victory over New Year's Day demotion of Protektorat

It was “ as you were ” for the first race of the year at Cheltenham after Dan and Harry Skelton successfully appealed against the demotion of Protektorat in the Ballymore Novices Hurdle on New Year ’ s Day .
In front of an independent appeal panel , the brothers , trainer and jockey respectively of the first-past-the-post Protektorat , argued that Imperial Alcazar , who was beaten by a head and subsequently given the race in the stewards ’ room , had not lost momentum when their horse had crossed it after the last. Given how competitive it can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was the first time a winner at Cheltenham had been demoted for interference for more than 20 years .
Harry Skelton said : “ It will be a massive relief for the owners .
We feel justice has been done and I felt I was clear on the day.
”  Fergal O ’ Brien , trainer of Imperial Alcazar , took the decision with grace .
“ Like I said on the day , it ’ s like penalties , you get some , you lose some , ” he said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I was a little surprised we got it on the day but when I got here and saw the extra views I thought we ’ d keep it .
But we have no complaints.
”

It was “as you were” for the first race of the year at Cheltenham after Dan and Harry Skelton successfully appealed against the demotion of Protektorat in the Ballymore Novices Hurdle on New Year’s Day.
In front of an independent appeal panel, the brothers, trainer and jockey respectively of the first-past-the-post Protektorat, argued that Imperial Alcazar, who was beaten by a head and subsequently given the race in the stewards’ room, had not lost momentum when their horse had crossed it after the last.
Given how competitive it can be at the Festival, surprisingly it was the first time a winner at Cheltenham had been demoted for interference for more than 20 years. Harry Skelton said: “It will be a massive relief for the owners. We feel justice has been done and I felt I was clear on the day.”
Fergal O’Brien, trainer of Imperial Alcazar, took the decision with grace. “Like I said on the day, it’s like penalties, you get some, you lose some,” he said. “We had a very fair hearing. I was a little surprised we got it on the day but when I got here and saw the extra views I thought we’d keep it. But we have no complaints.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Natural England beef over 'anti-meat' TV after Channel 4 show that called for end to all farming

A Channel 4 show calling for farming to be completely scrapped and replaced by factories which produce food out of bacteria has been criticised by the head of Natural England .
The show , Apocalypse Cow , aired on the public broadcaster on Wednesday night , and was fronted by vegan activist George Monbiot , known for being arrested at the Extinction Rebellion protests last year .
In it , he argues that farming is responsible for the world 's environmental ills and calls for `` farm-free food '' made in laboratories .
Tony Juniper , the head of Natural @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grazing animals are bad for the planet .
He said : `` Billions of animals could be a very good thing , depending on how they are reared .
Before farming there were many billions of grazing animals & they shaped ecosystems .
More naturalistic farming could mimic some of those ecological effects , eg in relation to soil carbon . ''
The programme followed a recent BBC documentary that also drew the ire of that which drew was which also drew anger from farmers .
The film , Meat : A Threat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Amazon , and the presenter , Liz Bonnin , claimed she had stopped eating meat after making it .
MPs have said that the BBC and Channel 4 should present a more balanced view of farming .
Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown told The Telegraph that he was `` deeply upset '' with the broadcasters .

A Channel 4 show calling for farming to be completely scrapped and replaced by factories which produce food out of bacteria has been criticised by the head of Natural England.
The show, Apocalypse Cow, aired on the public broadcaster on Wednesday night, and was fronted by vegan activist George Monbiot, known for being arrested at the Extinction Rebellion protests last year.
In it, he argues that farming is responsible for the world's environmental ills and calls for "farm-free food" made in laboratories.
Tony Juniper, the head of Natural England, disagreed with his claims that grazing animals are bad for the planet.
He said: "Billions of animals could be a very good thing, depending on how they are reared. Before farming there were many billions of grazing animals & they shaped ecosystems. More naturalistic farming could mimic some of those ecological effects, eg in relation to soil carbon."
The programme followed a recent BBC documentary which also drew anger from farmers. The film, Meat: A Threat To Our Planet, focused on deforestation in the Amazon, and the presenter, Liz Bonnin, claimed she had stopped eating meat after making it.
MPs have said that the BBC and Channel 4 should present a more balanced view of farming. Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown told The Telegraph that he was "deeply upset" with the broadcasters.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--British athletes will be punished if they refuse to share podium with drugs cheats at Tokyo Olympics

British medallists will be punished if they refuse to share a podium with Russian athletes or convicted drugs cheats at this summer ’ s Olympics .
The International Olympic Committee published guidelines on Thursday specifying the type of protests prohibited at Tokyo 2020 .
They included the kind staged by Britain ’ s Duncan Scott at last summer ’ s World Aquatics Championships , in which he refused to share a podium with drug cheat Sun Yang .
It prompted the Chinese to wave a finger in the Glaswegian ’ s face , telling him : “ You ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ winner.
” That will come as a relief to Russian athletes who will controversially be allowed to compete as neutrals in Tokyo despite their country ’ s four-year ban from world sport over its ongoing doping scandal .
Athletes have long been banned by the Olympic Charter ’ s Rule 50 from taking a political stand in the field of play , the most iconic instance being the raised fists by American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico City Games .
But the IOC document leaves little room for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Tokyo , with other prohibited protests including taking the knee – something which has swept American sports in recent years – or any hand gestures with political meaning .

British medallists will be punished if they refuse to share a podium with Russian athletes or convicted drugs cheats at this summer’s Olympics.
The International Olympic Committee published guidelines on Thursday specifying the type of protests prohibited at Tokyo 2020.
They included the kind staged by Britain’s Duncan Scott at last summer’s World Aquatics Championships, in which he refused to share a podium with drug cheat Sun Yang. It prompted the Chinese to wave a finger in the Glaswegian’s face, telling him: “You’re a loser. I’m a winner.”
That will come as a relief to Russian athletes who will controversially be allowed to compete as neutrals in Tokyo despite their country’s four-year ban from world sport over its ongoing doping scandal. Athletes have long been banned by the Olympic Charter’s Rule 50 from taking a political stand in the field of play, the most iconic instance being the raised fists by American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Mexico City Games.
But the IOC document leaves little room for doubt about what will be allowed in Tokyo, with other prohibited protests including taking the knee – something which has swept American sports in recent years – or any hand gestures with political meaning.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Harry Kane to have surgery on injured hamstring and return to action with Tottenham in April

Tottenham have confirmed striker Harry Kane will undergo surgery at the weekend to repair a ruptured tendon in his left @ @ @ @ @ is expected to miss three months of the season before returning to training in April @ @ @ @ @ of returning to action with little over a month of games left in Spurs ' @ @ @ @ @ the European Championship .
Tottenham say there is an “ expectation that he will return @ @ @ @ @ which would leave him with just seven Premier League games before the end of the @ @ @ @ @ miss two of England ’ s warm-up matches for the summer against Italy and Denmark @ @ @ @ @ suffered the injury on New Year ’ s Day in the defeat at Southampton , @ @ @ @ @ scored a goal that was disallowed for offside .
He was expected to miss around @ @ @ @ @ assessed by Spurs medics over the last week and the decision has been taken for @ @ @ @ @ .

Tottenham have confirmed striker Harry Kane will undergo surgery at the weekend to repair a ruptured tendon in his left hamstring and the England captain is expected to miss three months of the season before returning to training in April.
Kane faces the prospect of returning to action with little over a month of games left in Spurs' domestic and European campaigns before the European Championship.
Tottenham say there is an “expectation that he will return to training in April” which would leave him with just seven Premier League games before the end of the campaign. He will also miss two of England’s warm-up matches for the summer against Italy and Denmark in March.
The 26-year-old suffered the injury on New Year’s Day in the defeat at Southampton, tearing his muscle as he scored a goal that was disallowed for offside.
He was expected to miss around eight weeks initially but was assessed by Spurs medics over the last week and the decision has been taken for him to have an operation.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Child sex abusers like Gary Glitter must be banned from travelling abroad to commit further attacks,

Child sex abusers like Gary Glitter must be banned from travelling abroad to commit further attacks, inquiry concludes

Child sex abusers such as Gary Glitter - who was free to travel to Asia to attack young girls - must be banned from travelling abroad to commit further attacks , a government-ordered inquiry has warned .
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse ( IICSA ) has today published its report on the protection of children outside the UK .
It found that the sexual abuse of children by British nationals outside of the UK to be “ extensive ” .
For example , between 2013 and 2017 , 361 UK nationals requested consular assistance abroad after being arrested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these figures are likely to represent “ a fraction of the overall numbers of offenders , ” the researchers said .
In February , the Inquiry heard evidence of such abuse in countries including Kenya , Uganda , Malaysia , India , the Philippines , Cambodia , Indonesia , Thailand and Myanmar .
It is clear that children are particularly vulnerable in places with high levels of poverty and corruption , the report said , and that disaster areas can also pose risks for children .
Publishing its findings , the Inquiry concluded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allowing sex offenders such as Gary Glitter and Richard Huckle to travel abroad and target vulnerable children in less developed countries .
It said that `` more radical measures '' need to be taken to increase the number of foreign travel restriction orders being made , and suggested a national action plan to `` help ensure a coordinated response on the issue and also raise public awareness '' .

Child sex abusers such as Gary Glitter - who was free to travel to Asia to attack young girls - must be banned from travelling abroad to commit further attacks, a government-ordered inquiry has warned.
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) has today published its report on the protection of children outside the UK.
It found that the sexual abuse of children by British nationals outside of the UK to be “extensive”. For example, between 2013 and 2017, 361 UK nationals requested consular assistance abroad after being arrested for child sex offences. However, these figures are likely to represent “a fraction of the overall numbers of offenders,” the researchers said.
In February, the Inquiry heard evidence of such abuse in countries including Kenya, Uganda, Malaysia, India, the Philippines, Cambodia, Indonesia,Thailand and Myanmar. It is clear that children are particularly vulnerable in places with high levels of poverty and corruption, the report said, and that disaster areas can also pose risks for children.
Publishing its findings, the Inquiry concluded that gaps in the legal system are allowing sex offenders such as Gary Glitter and Richard Huckle to travel abroad and target vulnerable children in less developed countries.
It said that "more radical measures" need to be taken to increase the number of foreign travel restriction orders being made, and suggested a national action plan to "help ensure a coordinated response on the issue and also raise public awareness".


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--British Museum denies fossil fuel hypocrisy and unveils treasures freed from melting Arctic ice

The director of the British Museum has denied hypocrisy for accepting BP funding as the institution prepares a climate change @ @ @ @ @ by melting Arctic ice .
In an “ uncomfortable irony ” precious artefacts in the @ @ @ @ @ the region 's thawing permafrost by global warming .
Fossil fuels are blamed for driving @ @ @ @ @ the climate and culture of the Arctic , and these ancient societies and their contemporary @ @ @ @ @ a new show at the British Museum .
The London institution recognises no contradiction or @ @ @ @ @ BP while promoting climate awareness through the exhibition , which is graced by the millenia-old @ @ @ @ @ Activists warn that ignoring this environmental “ irony ” could permanently consign marginal peoples to @ @ @ @ @ and the artefacts of their daily life to display cases .

The director of the British Museum has denied hypocrisy for accepting BP funding as the institution prepares a climate change exhibition featuring treasures only unearthed by melting Arctic ice.
In an “uncomfortable irony” precious artefacts in the display have been freed from the region's thawing permafrost by global warming.
Fossil fuels are blamed for driving the change which is threatening the climate and culture of the Arctic, and these ancient societies and their contemporary threats are the focus of a new show at the British Museum.
The London institution recognises no contradiction or hypocrisy in receiving sponsorship from BP while promoting climate awareness through the exhibition, which is graced by the millenia-old revelations of melting ice.
Activists warn that ignoring this environmental “irony” could permanently consign marginal peoples to the pages of history, and the artefacts of their daily life to display cases.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--National Trust to forest vast swathes of farmland under plans to go carbon zero

Huge swathes of farmland owned by the National Trust are to be forested under plans to make the charity carbon zero by 2030 .
On the Trust ’ s 125th anniversary , Hilary McGrady , the director general , announced that trees will be planted on 18,000 hectares ( 44,000 acres ) , the equivalent area of 42 Sherwood Forests .
But controversially , around half of that expanse will come from grazing land , with dozens of tenant farmers told they will have to reduce their numbers of cattle and sheep .
Some 20 million trees will be grown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ planted and some allowed to self-seed after livestock is removed from upland areas .
It will nearly double the amount of wooded National Trust land from 10 per cent to 17 per cent .
Mrs McGrady said : “ I ’ m not going to shy away from the fact some of this planting will be in upland areas and we will want to work with the farming community on that .
“ We will certainly not be asking farmers to move .
But there will be a change in some of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Huge swathes of farmland owned by the National Trust are to be forested under plans to make the charity carbon zero by 2030.
On the Trust’s 125th anniversary, Hilary McGrady, the director general, announced that trees will be planted on 18,000 hectares (44,000 acres), the equivalent area of 42 Sherwood Forests.
But controversially, around half of that expanse will come from grazing land, with dozens of tenant farmers told they will have to reduce their numbers of cattle and sheep.
Some 20 million trees will be grown over the next 10 years, some planted and some allowed to self-seed after livestock is removed from upland areas.
It will nearly double the amount of wooded National Trust land from 10 per cent to 17 per cent.
Mrs McGrady said: “I’m not going to shy away from the fact some of this planting will be in upland areas and we will want to work with the farming community on that.
“We will certainly not be asking farmers to move. But there will be a change in some of the upland landscape that we own.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Boris Johnson underlines support for nuclear deal in call with Iranian president Rouhani

Boris Johnson has reaffirmed his commitment to the Iran nuclear deal in a 20-minute phone call with the country ’ @ @ @ @ @ Minister told Hassan Rouhani the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action ( JCPOA ) retained his @ @ @ @ @ said it was the “ best arrangement ” to avoid Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons .
@ @ @ @ @ , the Foreign Secretary , warned that Iran ’ s breaches of the JCPOA were @ @ @ @ @ that signatories were “ looking hard ” at what steps to take .
Whitehall sources @ @ @ @ @ contained within the deal could soon be triggered , which would begin a countdown to @ @ @ @ @ not come into line .
Mr Johnson also called for an end to hostilities in @ @ @ @ @ with President Rouhani and urged him to end the “ detention and mistreatment ” of @ @ @ @ @ demanded her immediate release .

Boris Johnson has reaffirmed his commitment to the Iran nuclear deal in a 20-minute phone call with the country’s president.
The Prime Minister told Hassan Rouhani the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) retained his backing, as Downing Street said it was the “best arrangement” to avoid Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons.
It came as Dominic Raab, the Foreign Secretary, warned that Iran’s breaches of the JCPOA were becoming “acute” and that signatories were “looking hard” at what steps to take.
Whitehall sources suggested the Dispute Resolution Mechanism contained within the deal could soon be triggered, which would begin a countdown to harsh sanctions if Iran did not come into line.
Mr Johnson also called for an end to hostilities in the Gulf in his call with President Rouhani and urged him to end the “detention and mistreatment” of British-Iranian mother Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and demanded her immediate release.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Dixons Carphone hit with £500,000 fine over cyber attack

Dixons Carphone has been fined £500,000 after a cyber attack compromised the data of at least 14 million people .
@ @ @ @ @ retailer found that an attacker had installed malware on 5,390 tills at its Currys PC @ @ @ @ @ between July 2017 and April 2018 .
The Information Commissioner ’ s Office ( ICO @ @ @ @ @ collected personal data for nine months before it was detected .
In a statement released @ @ @ @ @ said that the company ’ s failure to secure its system allowed unauthorised access to @ @ @ @ @ used in transactions as well as the personal information of around 14 million people .
@ @ @ @ @ postcodes , email addresses and failed credit check details from internal servers .
Dixons Carphone @ @ @ @ @ 1998 by having poor security arrangements and failing to take adequate steps to protect personal @ @ @ @ @ ICO .

Dixons Carphone has been fined £500,000 after a cyber attack compromised the data of at least 14 million people.
An investigation into the electronics retailer found that an attacker had installed malware on 5,390 tills at its Currys PC World and Dixons Travel Stores between July 2017 and April 2018.
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) said the malware had collected personal data for nine months before it was detected.
In a statement released on Thursday, the ICO said that the company’s failure to secure its system allowed unauthorised access to 5.6 million payment card details used in transactions as well as the personal information of around 14 million people. This included full names, postcodes, email addresses and failed credit check details from internal servers.
Dixons Carphone broke the Data Protection Act 1998 by having poor security arrangements and failing to take adequate steps to protect personal data, according to the ICO.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--France to make 'Gallic Google' Qwant government's default search engine amid privacy issues

French government computers are to adopt the Gallic-funded search engine Qwant as their default browser amid alleged concerns that Google insufficiently protects data privacy .
Founded in 2013 , Qwant is a Franco-German encrypted search engine that functions the same way as Google but doesn ’ t keep logs and places a heavy emphasis on user privacy .
It is a minnow compared to the American giant , with an estimated average of 21 million monthly searches compared to Google 's roughly 3.5 billion a day .
The switch to hundreds of thousands of terminals comes as Qwant ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to leave the executive board but will remain shareholder and in charge of its strategic and scientific committee .
Mr Leandri had come under fire amid reports by Next INpact that Qwant delivered results dating back to 2017 in 2019 .
It has since fixed the issue but its reputation took a hit .
Jean-Claude Ghinozzi , l'actuel current deputy director-general in charge of sales and marketing , will take over .
President Emmanuel Macron of France recently spoke about the importance of data sovereignty , saying : “ If we don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the risk of upsetting the fundamentals of democracy.
” The decision to cut Google allegedly stems from Edward Snowden ’ s NSA leaks back in 2013 .

French government computers are to adopt the Gallic-funded search engine Qwant as their default browser amid alleged concerns that Google insufficiently protects data privacy.
Founded in 2013, Qwant is a Franco-German encrypted search engine that functions the same way as Google but doesn’t keep logs and places a heavy emphasis on user privacy.
It is a minnow compared to the American giant, with an estimated average of 21 million monthly searches compared to Google's roughly 3.5 billion a day.
The switch to hundreds of thousands of terminals comes as Qwant’s historic chairman, Eric Leandri, is to leave the executive board but will remain shareholder and in charge of its strategic and scientific committee.
Mr Leandri had come under fire amid reports by Next INpact that Qwant delivered results dating back to 2017 in 2019. It has since fixed the issue but its reputation took a hit. Jean-Claude Ghinozzi, l'actuel current deputy director-general in charge of sales and marketing, will take over.
President Emmanuel Macron of France recently spoke about the importance of data sovereignty, saying: “If we don’t regulate the internet, we run the risk of upsetting the fundamentals of democracy.”
The decision to cut Google allegedly stems from Edward Snowden’s NSA leaks back in 2013.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Have Chinese researchers uncovered the new disease X?

For the last two years health authorities around the world have been on high alert for the emergence of disease X - a novel pathogen for which there is no treatment or vaccine .
But could a mysterious pneumonia circulating in central China be the latest candidate ?
This week Chinese authorities confirmed that an unidentified lung infection that struck 59 people in the city of Wuhan in December is a novel coronavirus - a member of a family of viruses that have jumped from animals to humans , two of which have killed around 1500 people between them in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , just six coronaviruses have ever been identified in humans so an emerging one is an intriguing - and worrying - prospect .
Dr Jeremy Farrar , director of Wellcome , said : “ Epidemics of diseases known and unknown are one of our greatest global health threats ; threats that are with us constantly .
A cluster of patients with an unusual respiratory infection is , and should always be , a worry.
” Coronaviruses are fairly common and cause upper respiratory tract illnesses such as colds and coughs .
Most cause @ @ @ @ @ @ @ severe acute respiratory syndrome ( SARS ) and Middle East respiratory syndrome ( MERS ) - have proved particularly deadly .

For the last two years health authorities around the world have been on high alert for the emergence of disease X – a novel pathogen for which there is no treatment or vaccine.
But could a mysterious pneumonia circulating in central China be the latest candidate? This week Chinese authorities confirmed that an unidentified lung infection that struck 59 people in the city of Wuhan in December is a novel coronavirus – a member of a family of viruses that have jumped from animals to humans, two of which have killed around 1,500 people between them in the last 20 years.
So far, just six coronaviruses have ever been identified in humans so an emerging one is an intriguing - and worrying - prospect.
Dr Jeremy Farrar, director of Wellcome, said: “Epidemics of diseases known and unknown are one of our greatest global health threats; threats that are with us constantly. A cluster of patients with an unusual respiratory infection is, and should always be, a worry.”
Coronaviruses are fairly common and cause upper respiratory tract illnesses such as colds and coughs. Most cause mild to moderate symptoms but two - severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) - have proved particularly deadly.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Football Association in crisis talks over rights deal with bookmakers as government raises pressure

The Football Association was in crisis talks on Thursday night over whether it could pull out of a deal which allows bookmakers to show live FA Cup matches , in what would be a humiliating climbdown by Wembley chiefs .
The government said a “ more than embarrassed ” FA was “ looking at all options ” with regard to the $ 1billion agreement it struck three years ago with Pitch International and IMG , which gave the latter a mandate to sell streaming rights to the world ’ s oldest cup competition to gambling firms .
The governing body @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Boris Johnson on Wednesday after resisting a direct request to pull the plug immediately on the deal following a storm of protest against it .
But , amid the threat of the withdrawal of public funding unless it reconsidered , the FA agreed to discuss its options , sports minister Nigel Adams told the House of Commons .
“ I ’ ve been very clear that the government has asked the FA to look at all avenues to review this element of their broadcasting agreement , ” said Adams , who earlier spoke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Adams also revealed he had summoned the governing body for a meeting next week to “ see what opportunities there are to rescind this part of the deal ” .

The Football Association was in crisis talks on Thursday night over whether it could pull out of a deal which allows bookmakers to show live FA Cup matches, in what would be a humiliating climbdown by Wembley chiefs.
The government said a “more than embarrassed” FA was “looking at all options” with regard to the $1billion agreement it struck three years ago with Pitch International and IMG, which gave the latter a mandate to sell streaming rights to the world’s oldest cup competition to gambling firms.
The governing body put itself on a collision course with Boris Johnson on Wednesday after resisting a direct request to pull the plug immediately on the deal following a storm of protest against it.
But, amid the threat of the withdrawal of public funding unless it reconsidered, the FA agreed to discuss its options, sports minister Nigel Adams told the House of Commons.
“I’ve been very clear that the government has asked the FA to look at all avenues to review this element of their broadcasting agreement,” said Adams, who earlier spoke to FA chief executive Mark Bullingham.
Adams also revealed he had summoned the governing body for a meeting next week to “see what opportunities there are to rescind this part of the deal”.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--England opener Zak Crawley craves more of that winning feeling: 'Once you get that buzz you want it

England opener Zak Crawley craves more of that winning feeling: 'Once you get that buzz you want it every day'

Zak Crawley now wants “ more and more ” of the feeling of playing , and winning , Test matches for England after helping the tourists clinch victory over South Africa at Newlands with 50 balls remaining .
“ I can see why so many people work hard at this level , ” Crawley said in Cape Town .
“ Once you get that buzz you want it every day of the week .
I can ’ t wait for the next Test .
Hopefully it ’ s the same again .
“ It ’ s the best feeling I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I reckon .
It was unbelievable when that last wicket fell .
The crowd singing all five days .
It was something I ’ ll never forget .
Brilliant.
” During Ben Stokes ’ s match-winning final spell , Crawley caught Anrich Nortje at third slip , parrying the ball initially and then taking it on the rebound while other slip fielders were also diving for the ball .
“ It did seem to last a long while , it seemed to hover in the air , ” Crawley recalled .
“ It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bowling so fast earlier and we were so close to the wicket that it was just a matter of sticking my hand out and luckily I managed to make it go up in the air and managed to get my other hand in it .
It was a great moment when I saw it come down .
”

Zak Crawley now wants “more and more” of the feeling of playing, and winning, Test matches for England after helping the tourists clinch victory over South Africa at Newlands with 50 balls remaining.
“I can see why so many people work hard at this level,” Crawley said in Cape Town. “Once you get that buzz you want it every day of the week. I can’t wait for the next Test. Hopefully it’s the same again.
“It’s the best feeling I’ve had on a cricket field I reckon. It was unbelievable when that last wicket fell. The crowd singing all five days. It was something I’ll never forget. Brilliant.”
During Ben Stokes’s match-winning final spell, Crawley caught Anrich Nortje at third slip, parrying the ball initially and then taking it on the rebound while other slip fielders were also diving for the ball.
“It did seem to last a long while, it seemed to hover in the air,” Crawley recalled. “It lasted a lifetime.
“Stokes was bowling so fast earlier and we were so close to the wicket that it was just a matter of sticking my hand out and luckily I managed to make it go up in the air and managed to get my other hand in it. It was a great moment when I saw it come down.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Prosecutors granted permission to retry son of murder victim Louise Tiffney under double jeopardy la

Prosecutors granted permission to retry son of murder victim Louise Tiffney under double jeopardy laws

Prosecutors have been granted permission to retry the son of murder victim Louise Tiffney for the second time under double @ @ @ @ @ was acquitted in 2005 of murdering his mother , who was last seen in Edinburgh @ @ @ @ @ 2002 .
Her remains were found at Longniddry , East Lothian , in April 2017 @ @ @ @ @ the application to retry Mr Flynn in November last year , with judges granting it @ @ @ @ @ his previous acquittal and paving the way for him to be re-indicted on the case @ @ @ @ @ an individual from being prosecuted for the same crime more than once .
But in @ @ @ @ @ the rule were passed by the Scottish Parliament , allowing the accused to be tried @ @ @ @ @ or the acquittal is considered “ tainted ” .
The news of Mr Fleming ’ @ @ @ @ @ same day it was announced that an independent inquiry will be launched examining the role @ @ @ @ @ `` tragic '' life of murder victim Margaret Fleming .

Prosecutors have been granted permission to retry the son of murder victim Louise Tiffney for the second time under double jeopardy laws.
Sean Flynn was acquitted in 2005 of murdering his mother, who was last seen in Edinburgh's Dean Village in May 2002. Her remains were found at Longniddry, East Lothian, in April 2017.
The court first heard the application to retry Mr Flynn in November last year, with judges granting it this week, setting aside his previous acquittal and paving the way for him to be re-indicted on the case.
Double jeopardy laws prevent an individual from being prosecuted for the same crime more than once. But in 2011, three exceptions to the rule were passed by the Scottish Parliament, allowing the accused to be tried again when new evidence emerges or the acquittal is considered “tainted”.
The news of Mr Fleming’s re-indictment came on the same day it was announced that an independent inquiry will be launched examining the role of various agencies in the "tragic" life of murder victim Margaret Fleming.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Join the Telegraph's Culture Conversation - a WhatsApp group for inside scoop and comment on film an

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thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Real Madrid still want to sell Gareth Bale but the search for willing buyers may drag on

Real Madrid would still prefer to sell Gareth Bale in the summer despite claims by his agent Jonathan Barnett that a transfer is “ unlikely ” .
Madrid accept that the chances of finding a buyer for the forward this month are remote and are also not confident that a club will come in for the 30-year-old at the end of the season and be prepared to pay a fee .
Bale ’ s contract at the Bernabéu runs until 2022 and his most likely destination , should he leave before then , still remains China .
The Wales international @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last year until Madrid pulled out at the last minute because they decided they wanted a transfer fee to be paid .
It may be that , if they are determined Bale should go , they have to accept allowing him to leave for free given the extremely high costs of his contract .
In comments to ESPN , Barnett ruled out Bale going to Major League Soccer in the United States and said his client would be “ going nowhere ” in January and was “ very unlikely ” to leave Madrid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Bale is waiting to see whether Real coach Zinedine Zidane remains .

Real Madrid would still prefer to sell Gareth Bale in the summer despite claims by his agent Jonathan Barnett that a transfer is “unlikely”.
Madrid accept that the chances of finding a buyer for the forward this month are remote and are also not confident that a club will come in for the 30-year-old at the end of the season and be prepared to pay a fee.
Bale’s contract at the Bernabéu runs until 2022 and his most likely destination, should he leave before then, still remains China. The Wales international was close to agreeing a lucrative deal last year until Madrid pulled out at the last minute because they decided they wanted a transfer fee to be paid. It may be that, if they are determined Bale should go, they have to accept allowing him to leave for free given the extremely high costs of his contract.
In comments to ESPN, Barnett ruled out Bale going to Major League Soccer in the United States and said his client would be “going nowhere” in January and was “very unlikely” to leave Madrid in the summer. It may be that Bale is waiting to see whether Real coach Zinedine Zidane remains.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Global health alert as mystery virus triggers Sars-type pneumonia outbreak in China

A mystery new virus has been identified as the cause of a cluster of nearly 60 pneumonia cases in China @ @ @ @ @ around the world on high alert .
The infections , caused by a novel coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ deadly severe acute respiratory syndrome ( Sars ) epidemic that spread from China in 2002 @ @ @ @ @ .
But the Chinese authorities said yesterday that , although the virus was new , @ @ @ @ @ be spreading from human to human as Sars did .
Xu Jianguo , the scientist @ @ @ @ @ analysed the samples , said preliminary results showed that the newly detected virus - in @ @ @ @ @ Sars and Middle East respiratory syndrome ( Mers ) - was different from other known @ @ @ @ @ Ball , professor of molecular virology at the University of Nottingham , said that new @ @ @ @ @ .

A mystery new virus has been identified as the cause of a cluster of nearly 60 pneumonia cases in China which have put health authorities around the world on high alert.
The infections, caused by a novel coronavirus, are reminiscent of the deadly severe acute respiratory syndrome (Sars) epidemic that spread from China in 2002, killing almost 800 people.
But the Chinese authorities said yesterday that, although the virus was new, it did not appear to be spreading from human to human as Sars did.
Xu Jianguo, the scientist who led the team that analysed the samples, said preliminary results showed that the newly detected virus - in the same family as both Sars and Middle East respiratory syndrome (Mers) - was different from other known human coronavirus species.
Jonathan Ball, professor of molecular virology at the University of Nottingham, said that new viruses always posed a risk.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Jos Buttler fined by ICC for swearing at Vernon Philander during second Test victory

Jos Buttler has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee and awarded one demerit point for calling Vernon Philander a “ f -- -- -- k -- -head ” during the second Test between England and South Africa .
The incident occurred on the last afternoon when South Africa were batting for a draw , and a throw came in from mid-off .
Philander leaned back to let the ball through to Buttler behind the stumps , although the batsman was under no legal obligation to move at all .
After 130 overs in the field and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fraying as the South Africans held out and Buttler gave Philander an earful of invective more associated with Australian cricketers , to the effect that he should move his substantial frame out of the way .
Buttler was found to have breached Article 2.3 of the Code of Conduct , which relates to “ use of an audible obscenity.
” He admitted the offence so there was no need for a formal hearing by the match referee , Andy Pycroft of Zimbabwe .
The penalty and blot on his copybook is unlikely to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the one-day captaincy from Eoin Morgan - Buttler is currently vice-captain - but may consolidate Root ’ s Test captaincy further .
The only person that Root loses his temper with is himself , when he gets out .

Jos Buttler has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee and awarded one demerit point for calling Vernon Philander a “f------ k---head” during the second Test between England and South Africa.
The incident occurred on the last afternoon when South Africa were batting for a draw, and a throw came in from mid-off. Philander leaned back to let the ball through to Buttler behind the stumps, although the batsman was under no legal obligation to move at all.
After 130 overs in the field and a long hot day, English tempers were fraying as the South Africans held out and Buttler gave Philander an earful of invective more associated with Australian cricketers, to the effect that he should move his substantial frame out of the way.
Buttler was found to have breached Article 2.3 of the Code of Conduct, which relates to “use of an audible obscenity.” He admitted the offence so there was no need for a formal hearing by the match referee, Andy Pycroft of Zimbabwe.
The penalty and blot on his copybook is unlikely to affect Buttler’s prospects of taking over the one-day captaincy from Eoin Morgan - Buttler is currently vice-captain - but may consolidate Root’s Test captaincy further. The only person that Root loses his temper with is himself, when he gets out.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Schools which ban slang words are stigmatising pupils, academic claims

Schools which ban slang words are stigmatising pupils , an academic has claimed .
Over the past decade there has been a growing trend for headteachers to enforce strict language policies , according to Dr Ian Cushing , an expert in linguistics at Brunel University .
In a new paper , published in the journal Language in Society , he analyses Government policies and individual school rules about the use of language .
“ Banning language and non-standard grammar is a punitive practice which can make people feel stigmatised , discriminated against and that their language is worthless , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some adults feel threatened by how kids speak , but kids having their own language is a big part of how they form identities and interact with different social groups .
“ There ’ s nothing incorrect or wrong about non-standard language , but a lot of school policies – as well as government policy , grammar tests and guidance for teachers – seem to reproduce the problematic idea that there are ‘ right ’ and ‘ wrong ’ ways of using language.
” He argues that students could be adversely affected if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ words , as they may be deterred from making contributions in class if they are told off for how they speak .

Schools which ban slang words are stigmatising pupils, an academic has claimed.
Over the past decade there has been a growing trend for headteachers to enforce strict language policies, according to Dr Ian Cushing, an expert in linguistics at Brunel University.
In a new paper, published in the journal Language in Society, he analyses Government policies and individual school rules about the use of language.
“Banning language and non-standard grammar is a punitive practice which can make people feel stigmatised, discriminated against and that their language is worthless,” Dr Cushing said.
“I think some adults feel threatened by how kids speak, but kids having their own language is a big part of how they form identities and interact with different social groups.
“There’s nothing incorrect or wrong about non-standard language, but a lot of school policies – as well as government policy, grammar tests and guidance for teachers – seem to reproduce the problematic idea that there are ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ ways of using language.”
He argues that students could be adversely affected if they are not allowed to use slang words, as they may be deterred from making contributions in class if they are told off for how they speak.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Warnings over 'postcode lottery' in ovarian cancer diagnosis and survival

Survival rates for women with ovarian cancer are twice as high in some parts of the country than others , @ @ @ @ @ “ postcode lottery ” in diagnosis and treatment of the disease .
A new report @ @ @ @ @ of the country just one in ten cases are diagnosed at their earliest stage , @ @ @ @ @ areas achieve almost half of the time .
Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common @ @ @ @ @ , with around 7,000 diagnoses in England each year , and 4,000 deaths .
It @ @ @ @ @ can be vague and hard to detect , meaning around half of cases are detected @ @ @ @ @ The report by Public Health England and cancer charities found highest survival rates in South @ @ @ @ @ of women were alive five years after diagnosis .
In Hampshire , Dorset and the @ @ @ @ @ figure was just 28.7 per cent .

Survival rates for women with ovarian cancer are twice as high in some parts of the country than others, amid warnings of an NHS “postcode lottery” in diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
A new report warns that in some parts of the country just one in ten cases are diagnosed at their earliest stage, which health services in other areas achieve almost half of the time.
Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common form of cancer in women, with around 7,000 diagnoses in England each year, and 4,000 deaths.
It is notoriously deadly because symptoms can be vague and hard to detect, meaning around half of cases are detected at a late stage.
The report by Public Health England and cancer charities found highest survival rates in South East London, where half of women were alive five years after diagnosis.
In Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight, the figure was just 28.7 per cent.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Crystal Palace vs Arsenal, Premier League: What time is kick-off, what TV channel is it on and what

Crystal Palace vs Arsenal, Premier League: What time is kick-off, what TV channel is it on and what is our prediction?

What is the team news ?
Roy Hodgson 's Palace are suffering from a serious injury crisis , particularly in @ @ @ @ @ groin ) , Jeff Schlupp ( groin ) , Joel Ward ( knee ) , @ @ @ @ @ , Patrick van Aanholt ( thigh ) , and Mamadou Sakho ( thigh ) are @ @ @ @ @ there could be returns for Christian Benteke , Wilfried Zaha , Max Meyer , Victor @ @ @ @ @ Luka Milivojevic is suspended .
Arsenal 's injury list in comparison makes for lighter reading @ @ @ @ @ missing , out for a lengthy period of time due to his ACL , while @ @ @ @ @ a dislocated shoulder .
Hector Bellerin has been struggling with a hamstring injury and will @ @ @

Mikel Arteta was born during the season in which Roy Hodgson took his first managerial job at Bristol City and the two coaches - 35 years apart - compete against each other at Selhurst Park this lunchtime.
Crystal Palace have enjoyed some recent success against Arsenal, taking four points from their last two league visits to the Emirates and holding them to a draw in this fixture last season.
Palace are one place above Arsenal in ninth, but just four points separate fifth and 10th so a positive run of results for Arteta's team could see them shoot up the table.
Since his appointment as Arsenal's head coach - if we include the away fixture at Everton Arteta watched from the stands - Arsenal have won two, drawn two and lost one in all competitions.
A modest new manager bounce on first glance, but the results on paper do not fully encapsulate Arsenal's improved performances, structure and coherence under their new manager.
There have been three clean sheets in those five games, and Arsenal's rigour and organisation without the ball was impressive against Chelsea and Manchester United at the Emirates.
With Palace likely to sit deep and cede possession, this game will be a different type of test as the spotlight turns on Arsenal's quality and decision-making in the final third as they attempt likely dominance into goals.
That facet of Arsenal's play cost Arsenal two points at Bournemouth, with Alexandre Lacazette struggling in front of goal and summer signing Nicolas Pepe in and out of the team.
Pepe's performance, should he start, is an interesting storyline as he faces Palace winger Wilfried Zaha who Arsenal courted last summer before turning to Pepe.
Luka Milivojevic is suspended for Palace, but Lucas Torreira, Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang and Ainsley-Maitland Niles are likely to return for Arsenal having sat out the FA Cup tie with Leeds.
Full team news on the way shortly.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--‘Cancer couldn’t stop me fulfilling my dream of trekking to the North Pole’

It started with bruises .
Bruises as big as saucers , as long as a forearm .
Chris Harrop lived healthily , though , and was sometimes clumsy .
He travelled a lot .
Maybe he ’ d just bumped into things .
Maybe those enormous , colourful bruises were the result of bumping into train seats as the carriage swayed .
Then again , he was thinner and more tired than usual , and the bruises took a long time to clear up .
Months , in fact .
One of them was there for a year .
Since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the North Pole , his wife , Jo , told him he ’ d better get a check-up .
The day after the medical , Harrop was waiting for a train at Glasgow Central Station when his phone rang .
It was the doctor .
“ I assumed it would be fine because it was the day after the medical , ” says Harrop .
“ My BMI was fine .
Everything else was all right .
And he said , ‘ There ’ s an issue with your results .
We need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And that was that .
That was the start .
”

It started with bruises. Bruises as big as saucers, as long as a forearm. Chris Harrop lived healthily, though, and was sometimes clumsy. He travelled a lot. Maybe he’d just bumped into things. Maybe those enormous, colourful bruises were the result of bumping into train seats as the carriage swayed.
Then again, he was thinner and more tired than usual, and the bruises took a long time to clear up. Months, in fact. One of them was there for a year. Since Harrop was planning a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to the North Pole, his wife, Jo, told him he’d better get a check-up.
The day after the medical, Harrop was waiting for a train at Glasgow Central Station when his phone rang. It was the doctor.
“I assumed it would be fine because it was the day after the medical,” says Harrop. “My BMI was fine. Everything else was all right. And he said, ‘There’s an issue with your results. We need you to see a haematologist urgently.’ And that was that. That was the start.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Thursday evening news briefing: Prince Harry and Meghan 'ignored Queen' by releasing 'stepping back'

Thursday evening news briefing: Prince Harry and Meghan 'ignored Queen' by releasing 'stepping back' statement

PS - The only royal seen so far today has been the Duchess of Cambridge , who was pictured arriving at Kensington Palace on her 38th birthday .
Bethan Holt outlines 38 style lessons we can all learn from her .
Boris Johnson has urged Iran 's President Hassan Rouhani today to end the confrontation with the US and underlined Britain 's commitments to Tehran 's nuclear agreement , Downing Street said .
Mr Johnson said the UK viewed the 2015 nuclear deal as `` the best arrangement currently available to deliver on our goal of stopping Iran from having @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
Earlier , the Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab had suggested Britain could pull out of the Iran deal .
Here 's what the latest news has done to global share prices .
Of course , this all has repercussions for the US presidential race as well .
US Editor Ben Riley-Smith explains why the Iran stand-off has helped Donald Trump over his impeachment .
Stay up to date with the new US 2020 newsletter .
When a bushfire victim saw his uninsured family home destroyed in the raging Australian wildfires , all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charred teacups '' .
But his despair turned into elation when his wife 's lucky numbers came up on the Australian lottery , making him a millionaire .
The man , from Queensland , said the timing was `` impeccable '' .
Read on for details .
• A & E waiting times | Worst on record as medics say NHS on its knees • Northern Rail | Route could be nationalised 'within months' • Labour leadership | Barry Gardiner 's plea to Unite union to back him Like a well-drilled regiment awaiting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for 1917 have lined up for battle .
Earlier this week , Sam Mendes ' First World War survival thriller amassed Bafta nods in nine categories , while at Sunday 's Golden Globes it was the surprise winner of Best Motion Picture – Drama , putting it in pole position for the coming Oscar race .
Read Robbie Collin 's review of the film .

PS - The only royal seen so far today has been the Duchess of Cambridge, who was pictured arriving at Kensington Palace on her 38th birthday. Bethan Holt outlines 38 style lessons we can all learn from her.
Prime Minister tells Iran he still supports nuclear deal
Boris Johnson has urged Iran's President Hassan Rouhani today to end the confrontation with the US and underlined Britain's commitments to Tehran's nuclear agreement, Downing Street said. Mr Johnson said the UK viewed the 2015 nuclear deal as "the best arrangement currently available to deliver on our goal of stopping Iran from having a nuclear weapon", his spokesman said. Earlier, the Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab had suggested Britain could pull out of the Iran deal. Here's what the latest news has done to global share prices. Of course, this all has repercussions for the US presidential race as well. US Editor Ben Riley-Smith explains why the Iran stand-off has helped Donald Trump over his impeachment. Stay up to date with the new US 2020 newsletter.
Wildfire victim whose home was ravaged wins lottery
When a bushfire victim saw his uninsured family home destroyed in the raging Australian wildfires, all that was left were a "few charred teacups". But his despair turned into elation when his wife's lucky numbers came up on the Australian lottery, making him a millionaire. The man, from Queensland, said the timing was "impeccable". Read on for details.
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Video | 1917 review: Verdict on awards front-runner
Like a well-drilled regiment awaiting orders to advance, the awards nominations for 1917 have lined up for battle. Earlier this week, Sam Mendes' First World War survival thriller amassed Bafta nods in nine categories, while at Sunday's Golden Globes it was the surprise winner of Best Motion Picture – Drama, putting it in pole position for the coming Oscar race. Read Robbie Collin's review of the film.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Secret Uzbek court convicts former envoy to UK of treason amid human rights objections

A former Uzbek diplomat was convicted of treason on Thursday in a case largely viewed as a test for the new president ’ s commitment to clean up Uzbekistan ’ s notoriously corrupt legal system .
In the trial held behind closed doors in the capital of Tashkent , prosecutors argued that retired diplomat Kadyr Yusupov , 69 , had divulged state secrets of the Central Asian nation .
His family and defence insisted that Mr Yusupov , who has a long-standing history of mental illness , had a psychotic episode when he blurted out to authorities over a year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Yusupov , who was deputy head of mission at the London embassy from 1999 to 2002 , threw himself under a train in the Tashkent metro in December 2018 but survived with broken ribs and a concussion .
Once at hospital , he told officers responding to the incident that he was a Western spy .
His relatives said that he was not in his right mind and that he has suffered severe episodes of schizophrenia .
The former diplomat was nevertheless swiftly arrested and charged with treason .
Mr Yusupov later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his security service interrogators had repeatedly threatened to rape him and commit sexual violence against his female relatives .

A former Uzbek diplomat was convicted of treason on Thursday in a case largely viewed as a test for the new president’s commitment to clean up Uzbekistan’s notoriously corrupt legal system.
In the trial held behind closed doors in the capital of Tashkent, prosecutors argued that retired diplomat Kadyr Yusupov, 68, had divulged state secrets of the Central Asian nation.
His family and defence insisted that Mr Yusupov, who has a long-standing history of mental illness, had a psychotic episode when he blurted out to authorities over a year ago that he was a spy.
Mr Yusupov, who was deputy head of mission at the London embassy from 1999 to 2002, threw himself under a train in the Tashkent metro in December 2018 but survived with broken ribs and a concussion.
Once at hospital, he told officers responding to the incident that he was a Western spy. His relatives said that he was not in his right mind and that he has suffered severe episodes of schizophrenia.
The former diplomat was nevertheless swiftly arrested and charged with treason.
Mr Yusupov later claimed that he was tortured and that his security service interrogators had repeatedly threatened to rape him and commit sexual violence against his female relatives.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--48 hours in St Petersburg . . . an insider guide to Russia's grandest city

Facing west across the Baltic Sea , St Petersburg was created by its founder Peter the Great as a “ window into Europe ” .
Designed by a slew of renowned European architects , its baroque palaces , geometric layout and picturesque canals ( Goethe named it the `` Venice of the North '' ) are purposely reminiscent of Europe , although Orthodox churches and the ubiquitous Cyrillic script are reminders that this is nonetheless an exotic land .
Long regarded as the country ’ s premier cultural hub , it offers an endless array of artistic thrills that span @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the Russian Museum ) and world-class ballet , opera and classical music .
Visitors might be surprised by its contemporary edge too .
Significant investment into the centre ’ s regeneration has resulted in a buzzing gallery scene and an ever increasing numbers of hip and upscale bars , restaurants and boutiques .
To experience the city at its most romantic , visit during the White Nights , from late May to early July , when the sun blazes all night long and the city comes alive with arts festivals , outdoor @ @ @ @

Facing west across the Baltic Sea, St Petersburg was created by its founder Peter the Great as a “window into Europe”. Designed by a slew of renowned European architects, its baroque palaces, geometric layout and picturesque canals (Goethe named it the "Venice of the North") are purposely reminiscent of Europe, although Orthodox churches and the ubiquitous Cyrillic script are reminders that this is nonetheless an exotic land. Long regarded as the country’s premier cultural hub, it offers an endless array of artistic thrills that span over 200 museums (including the Hermitage and the Russian Museum) and world-class ballet, opera and classical music.
Visitors might be surprised by its contemporary edge too. Significant investment into the centre’s regeneration has resulted in a buzzing gallery scene and an ever increasing numbers of hip and upscale bars, restaurants and boutiques. To experience the city at its most romantic, visit during the White Nights, from late May to early July, when the sun blazes all night long and the city comes alive with arts festivals, outdoor concerts and more.
Explore our interactive map below for all the local highlights, and scroll down for our suggested day-by-day summary of the best things to see and do.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--School apologises after teacher nicknamed disabled pupil 'roadkill'

A school has apologised after a teacher gave the nickname `` roadkill '' to a pupil who was left disabled after a near-fatal car crash .
Rhys Jones , 14 , was left `` upset and distressed '' by Brian Jefferson 's cruel remarks at the King Charles I School in Kidderminster , Worcestershire .
The teenager , who was involved in a life-changing road accident when he was eight , had taken some time off school as he was experiencing unbearable pain during a Race for Life fundraiser in July last year .
But his friends said design and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sergeant Major , had asked the class `` where is roadkill today ? ''
when he did n't attend .
The morning he returned to school , he said the teacher then told him : `` Nice to see you roadkill '' .
Rhys ' parents were aghast when he told them what had happened and reported the incident to the school the following day .
Mr Jefferson was `` relieved of his tutor group '' and apologised to Rhys .
His mother , Laura Jones , said : `` I was extremely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I trust to support , help and encourage my child to do his best , chose to make this comment .
`` You would be angry if a student had said that to him , but you expect better from a teacher .

A school has apologised after a teacher gave the nickname "roadkill" to a pupil who was left disabled after a near-fatal car crash.
Rhys Jones, 14, was left "upset and distressed" by Brian Jefferson's cruel remarks at the King Charles I School in Kidderminster, Worcestershire.
The teenager, who was involved in a life-changing road accident when he was eight, had taken some time off school as he was experiencing unbearable pain during a Race for Life fundraiser in July last year.
But his friends said design and computing teacher Mr Jefferson, a former Sergeant Major, had asked the class "where is roadkill today?" when he didn't attend.
The morning he returned to school, he said the teacher then told him: "Nice to see you roadkill".
Rhys' parents were aghast when he told them what had happened and reported the incident to the school the following day.
Mr Jefferson was "relieved of his tutor group" and apologised to Rhys.
His mother, Laura Jones, said: "I was extremely upset that this teacher, the person I trust to support, help and encourage my child to do his best, chose to make this comment.
"You would be angry if a student had said that to him, but you expect better from a teacher.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Hugo Lloris and Ben Davies ease Tottenham’s injury crisis but Jose Mourinho may still look to transf

Hugo Lloris and Ben Davies ease Tottenham’s injury crisis but Jose Mourinho may still look to transfer market

Ben Davies is scheduled to return to action in the next fortnight to give Jose Mourinho a much-needed fitness boost @ @ @ @ @ been out with ankle-ligament damage since Mourinho ’ s first match as Spurs manager , @ @ @ @ @ victory over West Ham in November .
He is expected to return in the next @ @ @ @ @ Lloris has been back in full training following an elbow injury .
Davies and Lloris @ @ @ @ @ of massive injury problems for Mourinho , with Harry Kane ’ s hamstring problem heading @ @ @ @ @ .
Spurs are looking at a number of strikers to bolster their attack in Kane @ @ @ @ @ AC Milan ’ s Krzysztof Piątek one of several they are looking at .
Moussa @ @ @ @ @ means Mourinho is in the market for a midfielder , while Kyle Walker-Peters will be @ @ @ @ @ , Brighton or Southampton .

Ben Davies is scheduled to return to action in the next fortnight to give Jose Mourinho a much-needed fitness boost.
The Tottenham full-back has been out with ankle-ligament damage since Mourinho’s first match as Spurs manager, when he was part of victory over West Ham in November.
He is expected to return in the next two weeks, while Hugo Lloris has been back in full training following an elbow injury.
Davies and Lloris returning will soften the blow of massive injury problems for Mourinho, with Harry Kane’s hamstring problem heading the list of his worries.
Spurs are looking at a number of strikers to bolster their attack in Kane’s absence, with AC Milan’s Krzysztof Piątek one of several they are looking at.
Moussa Sissoko’s knee injury means Mourinho is in the market for a midfielder, while Kyle Walker-Peters will be allowed out to Crystal Palace, Brighton or Southampton.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--The best operas to book tickets for in Spring 2020

Our critic rounds up the must-see operas of the season , from a new production of Nixon in China to Elizabeth Llewellyn 's long-awaited return to ENO Some of Kurt Weill ’ s most lovable music is contained in this warmhearted evocation of a New York tenement .
Matthew Eberhardt directs Opera North ’ s new production , conducted by James Holmes .
Grand Theatre , Leeds ( 0844 848 2700 ) , Jan 18 , Jan 25 , Feb 12 , then touring to Newcastle , Salford and Nottingham .
Gerald Barry ’ s zany adaptation of the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breaks all the rules .
Jennifer France and Claudia Boyle alternate in the title role for Antony McDonald ’ s new production .
Royal Opera House , London WC2 ( 020 7304 4000 ) , Feb 3-9 .
David Pountney directs a new production of one of Verdi ’ s epic historical dramas , set in medieval Palermo .
The cast is led by Anush Hovhannisyan and Jung Soo Yun .
Wales Millennium Centre ( 029 2063 6464 ) , Feb 8 , 15 and 22 , then touring to Llandudno , Bristol @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Birmingham .
After a long absence , the lovely soprano Elizabeth Llewellyn returns to English National Opera to take the title role in Barbora Horáková Joly ’ s new production of Verdi ’ s tragedy .
London Coliseum , London WC2 ( 020 7845 9300 ) , Feb 12-March 6 .

Our critic rounds up the must-see operas of the season, from a new production of Nixon in China to Elizabeth Llewellyn's long-awaited return to ENO
Street Scene
Some of Kurt Weill’s most lovable music is contained in this warmhearted evocation of a New York tenement. Matthew Eberhardt directs Opera North’s new production, conducted by James Holmes. Grand Theatre, Leeds (0844 848 2700), Jan 18, Jan 25, Feb 12, then touring to Newcastle, Salford and Nottingham.
Alice’s Adventures under Ground
Gerald Barry’s zany adaptation of the first version of Lewis Carroll’s classic breaks all the rules. Jennifer France and Claudia Boyle alternate in the title role for Antony McDonald’s new production. Royal Opera House, London WC2 (020 7304 4000), Feb 3-9.
Les Vêpres Siciliennes
David Pountney directs a new production of one of Verdi’s epic historical dramas, set in medieval Palermo. The cast is led by Anush Hovhannisyan and Jung Soo Yun. Wales Millennium Centre (029 2063 6464), Feb 8, 15 and 22, then touring to Llandudno, Bristol, Southampton, Milton Keynes, Plymouth and Birmingham.
Luisa Miller
After a long absence, the lovely soprano Elizabeth Llewellyn returns to English National Opera to take the title role in Barbora Horáková Joly’s new production of Verdi’s tragedy. London Coliseum, London WC2 (020 7845 9300), Feb 12-March 6.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Duchess of Sussex accused of exploiting her husband for her own gain

The Duchess of Sussex has been accused of exploiting her husband for her own gain , as Tom Bower , the best-selling biographer , branded their decision to `` step back '' from royal duties as a `` disgrace '' .
Mr Bower was speaking on LBC Radio this morning when he hit out at the Duchess , who he said has “ singularly pursued her own interest to try and promote her own career ” .
He went on to call her a “ third-grade actress ” and a “ nobody ” who “ has been elevated into global @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asked by Nick Ferrari what he thought of the couple ’ s decision to no longer be senior members of the Royal Family , Mr Bower replied : “ I thought it was absolutely disgraceful of Meghan .
“ I think she ’ s exploited Harry who is damaged and who is psychologically vulnerable but worse of all I think she ’ s been unbelievably abusive towards the Queen .
“ The Queen who is blameless and has tried very hard to include her , and successfully thought within the family , not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this just shows what a selfish person Meghan is .
“ She has singularly pursued her own interest to try and promote her own career , promote her own viewers and after all , she is just a third rate actress .

The Duchess of Sussex has been accused of exploiting her husband for her own gain, as Tom Bower, the best-selling biographer, branded their decision to "step back" from royal duties as a "disgrace".
Mr Bower was speaking on LBC Radio this morning when he hit out at the Duchess, who he said has “singularly pursued her own interest to try and promote her own career”.
He went on to call her a “third-grade actress” and a “nobody” who “has been elevated into global stardom by marrying Harry”.
When asked by Nick Ferrari what he thought of the couple’s decision to no longer be senior members of the Royal Family, Mr Bower replied: “I thought it was absolutely disgraceful of Meghan.
“I think she’s exploited Harry who is damaged and who is psychologically vulnerable but worse of all I think she’s been unbelievably abusive towards the Queen.
“The Queen who is blameless and has tried very hard to include her, and successfully thought within the family, not even to be told ahead of all this just shows what a selfish person Meghan is.
“She has singularly pursued her own interest to try and promote her own career, promote her own viewers and after all, she is just a third rate actress.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--The best reusable water bottles

The best reusable water bottles

The past couple of years have seen a rise in consciousness around single-use plastic .
As of 2017 , a million plastic bottles were bought across the globe each minute , with many of these destined for landfill or the ocean rather than the recycling centre .
We 're only just coming to terms with the effects this may have .
While many still cling to throwaway bottles , reusable ones are sharply on the rise ; their ubiquity on TV hit Love Island brought to the fore their fashion credentials , with trendy brands like Chilly 's leading the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sights in British towns , and supermarkets are being urged to offer water dispensers .
Whether you 're commuting , hiking or at the gym , a reusable water bottle is a handy way of ensuring you get enough water throughout the day while not wasting any plastic .
Luckily , they do n't come too pricey , at round £10-30 for a sturdy , durable bottle that should last years .
We tested a wide range on the market , in order to find the best reusable water bottle out there .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ we like it : Simple , durable and stylish

UK consumers go through an estimated 14 billion plastic drinks bottles per year, according to Defra, but single-use plastic is falling out of favour thanks to efforts from David Attenborough and Greta Thunberg. More people are turning to reusable water bottles and in return, bottles are getting smarter. The best water bottles these days are insulated, leak-proof, filtered and BPA free.
BPA stands for Bisphenol A, an industrial chemical compound used in the manufacturing of strong plastics. Some research suggests BPA can leak into food and drink and cause health problems. “When looking for a bottle, look for non-toxic materials. Stainless steel is one of the most eco-friendly materials for a water bottle. Not only is it safe, but it is very durable and infinitely recyclable,” says Natalie Byrne, content marketing manager at Go Outdoors.
For this guide I’ve tried and tested a number of the best water bottles on the market - including gym water bottles, water bottles with straws, and even the Air-up water bottle which uses scented pods to trick your brain into thinking you’re drinking squash (when in fact, it’s just water). Genius.
I’ve also reached out to an expert to help answer frequently asked questions, like how to choose an environmentally friendly water bottle, how to clean one, and how long you can keep water in one. You can find the answers at the bottom of this feature. If you’re in a hurry, here’s a quick look at my top five:
Which is the best water bottle in 2023? At a glance
What should you look for when shopping for a water bottle?
“It is important to think about what you will be using the bottle for, as well as the materials used and if they are environmentally friendly,” says Byrne. She notes that the main reason people choose to buy a reusable water bottle is to cut down on single-use plastic and help the environment, so it makes sense to choose a bottle that is environmentally friendly, like the plant-based S’wheat bottle.
You might want to prioritise different features based on what you’ll be using your water bottle for the most. If it’s for the gym, choose a durable bottle with ergonomic curves like the Nike Hyperfuel Water Bottle. If it’s for on-the-go, ensure it’s leakproof like the Chilly’s Series 2. If you want to use it for hot drinks as well, opt for a stainless steel insulated bottle like the Yeti Rambler.
How I tested the best water bottles


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Pear, honey and whisky cranachan recipe

Pear, honey and whisky cranachan recipe

A classic cranachan is a delicious mix of cream , raspberries , toasted oats and a splash of whisky .
Here Flora Shedden gives the dessert a seasonal twist by swapping the raspberries for silky pears simmered in whisky and honey .
It can be made up to three days in advance and assembled after dinner .
Four to six • 8 orange shortbread biscuits ( see below or use shop-bought ) • Peel , halve and core the pears and place in a deep saucepan with a lid .
Add the rest of the poaching ingredients with 250ml water @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , then simmer for 15-20 minutes until soft ( test the centres with a knife ) .
Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to cool .
• With the lid off , turn the heat up under the poaching liquid to reduce by at least half , or until it thickens a little .
Discard the zest .
Leave to cool .
• Whisk the egg yolks , sugar and cornflour together until smooth .
In a pan , bring the milk to the boil with the vanilla .
Pour this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smooth .
Pour back into the pan over a low heat .
Whisk gently , constantly , until it thickens , for three to five minutes .
• Pour into a plastic tub and refrigerate for at least two hours until set , then whip the double cream until it holds soft peaks .
Loosen the set custard with a spoon then add the cream and whisk together until smooth .
• To assemble , cut the cooled pears into long slices ( roughly eighths ) .
Divide the slices of one pear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some of the whisky syrup on top .
Sprinkle with a quarter of the granola and a few crushed biscuits .
Divide a quarter of the crème legere between the glasses .
Repeat three more times , leaving a little granola and shortbread to sprinkle on at the end .
Chill until ready to serve .

A classic cranachan is a delicious mix of cream, raspberries, toasted oats and a splash of whisky. Here Flora Shedden gives the dessert a seasonal twist by swapping the raspberries for silky pears simmered in whisky and honey.
It can be made up to three days in advance and assembled after dinner.
Prep time: 15 minutes, plus 2 hours setting time | Cooking time: 35 minutes
SERVES
Four to six
INGREDIENTS
For the pears
4 whole pears
100ml whisky
100g runny honey
3-4 strips orange zest
2 tsp vanilla bean paste
For the crème legere
4 egg yolks
100g caster sugar
20g cornflour
250ml whole milk
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
250ml double cream
To finish
200g granola (I like a simple oat and honey)
8 orange shortbread biscuits (see below or use shop-bought)
METHOD


Orange shortbread recipe

These biscuits are great half-dunked in melted white chocolate , finished with a little candied orange peel .
• In @ @ @ @ @ and icing sugar together with a wooden spoon .
Don ’ t incorporate too much @ @ @ @ @ you simply want to mix them together .
• Add the flour , zest and @ @ @ @ @ using , and mix again .
Once the mixture starts to come together , tip @ @ @ @ @ and knead very gently to form a dough .
Don ’ t over work .
@ @ @ @ @ preferred thickness ( mine are 5-7mm thick ) then use a 5cm-round cutter to stamp @ @ @ @ @ the tray and chill for 15 minutes .
• Bake for 10-15 minutes ( thicker @ @ @ @ @ ) .
Once out of the oven sprinkle with caster sugar immediately .
Allow to @ @ @ @ @ on a wire rack .

Orange shortbread is a lovely way to end an evening, whisky in hand
Credit : LISA LINDER


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--French patience wears thin over record-breaking strike on fourth day of national protest

French unions staged a fourth day of national protests against President Emmanuel Macron ’ s pension reforms with polls suggesting that public patience over a record 36-day public sector strike is wearing thin .
Tens of thousands of teachers , train drivers and other public sector workers marched in cities across France as hard-Left unions disrupted metro and overground services and cut power output in a bid to force the government to scrap the overhaul .
Commuters in Paris were hardest hit due to skeletal metro and suburban lines .
Air authorities warned of potential cancellations due to action from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least 90 per cent of domestic flights would go ahead as planned .
The Macron government says it won ’ t scrap its plan for a “ universal ” points-based system but is ready to negotiate with moderate unions on a plan to effectively raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 for a full pension .
`` Between the government 's stance of 'We 're talking , everything is on the table ' and the reality , you have to wonder if it really intends to ... take the views of unions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the hardline CGT union .

French unions staged a fourth day of national protests against President Emmanuel Macron’s pension reforms with polls suggesting that public patience over a record 36-day public sector strike is wearing thin.
Tens of thousands of teachers, train drivers and other public sector workers marched in cities across France as hard-Left unions disrupted metro and overground services and cut power output in a bid to force the government to scrap the overhaul.
Commuters in Paris were hardest hit due to skeletal metro and suburban lines.
Air authorities warned of potential cancellations due to action from traffic controllers but Air France said at least 90 per cent of domestic flights would go ahead as planned.
The Macron government says it won’t scrap its plan for a “universal” points-based system but is ready to negotiate with moderate unions on a plan to effectively raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 for a full pension.
"Between the government's stance of 'We're talking, everything is on the table' and the reality, you have to wonder if it really intends to... take the views of unions into account," said Philippe Martinez of the hardline CGT union.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Australian man whose uninsured home was destroyed in fires wins £500,000 on lottery

A bushfire victim whose uninsured family home was destroyed has become a millionaire after using his wife 's lucky numbers in the Australian lottery .
The man , from Mount Cotton in Queensland , said the timing of the win was `` impeccable '' after recently losing his family home in the fires that continue to ravage New South Wales and other areas across the country .
The Redlands resident , who asked to remain anonymous , said all that was left of his family 's home was a `` few charred teacups '' .
He said : `` We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be able to rebuild but now we definitely can !
`` This is amazing .
I ca n't get over it . ''
He was informed of his win , worth about £525,000 , after being contacted by a lottery official .
Oblivious to his good fortune , he was already at work .
He told the official : `` Did I win one million dollars ?
`` Am I seeing things ?
Is this real ?
`` I ca n't wait to go home and give my wife a big kiss and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his wife 's `` special numbers '' on the ticket : `` They 've delivered in a big way . ''
The winner purchased his winning entry online at thelott.com , Australia 's official lotteries .
Across Australia , at least 25 people have been killed and 2,000 homes destroyed by the blazes with the fires expected to rage for another three to four months .

A bushfire victim whose uninsured family home was destroyed has become a millionaire after using his wife's lucky numbers in the Australian lottery.
The man, from Mount Cotton in Queensland, said the timing of the win was "impeccable" after recently losing his family home in the fires that continue to ravage New South Wales and other areas across the country.
The Redlands resident, who asked to remain anonymous, said all that was left of his family's home was a "few charred teacups".
He said: "We didn't know if we would ever be able to rebuild but now we definitely can!
"This is amazing. I can't get over it."
He was informed of his win, worth about £525,000, after being contacted by a lottery official. Oblivious to his good fortune, he was already at work.
He told the official: "Did I win one million dollars?
"Am I seeing things? Is this real?
"I can't wait to go home and give my wife a big kiss and a cuddle!"
He had used his wife's "special numbers" on the ticket: "They've delivered in a big way."
The winner purchased his winning entry online at thelott.com, Australia's official lotteries.
Across Australia, at least 25 people have been killed and 2,000 homes destroyed by the blazes with the fires expected to rage for another three to four months.


thetelegraph--2020-01-09--Man City manager Nick Cushing to leave club to become assistant manager at MLS side New York City

“ Making the decision to leave MCWFC has been incredibly difficult given the fantastic players and staff that we have @ @ @ @ @ success that we have achieved together .
It isn ’ t one that I have @ @ @ @ @ said .
“ We ’ ve had an amazing six-and-a-half seasons and I have thoroughly @ @ @ @ @ I will be extremely emotional to leave , but I ’ m very excited for @ @ @ @ @ City Football Group .
“ Linking up with New York City and Ronny ( Deila @ @ @ @ @ and I ’ m really looking forward to working in the MLS .
”

“Making the decision to leave MCWFC has been incredibly difficult given the fantastic players and staff that we have here, and the incredible success that we have achieved together. It isn’t one that I have taken lightly," Cushing said.
“We’ve had an amazing six-and-a-half seasons and I have thoroughly enjoyed working with everybody. I will be extremely emotional to leave, but I’m very excited for my next role within the City Football Group.
“Linking up with New York City and Ronny (Deila) is a brilliant opportunity and I’m really looking forward to working in the MLS.”