thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Serge Aurier exclusive: Why Jose Mourinho is 'the best', learning from mistakes and messages to Andr

Serge Aurier exclusive: Why Jose Mourinho is 'the best', learning from mistakes and messages to Andre Gomes

It was in the question and answer session with pupils at Riverside School in Tottenham that Serge Aurier proudly declared Jose Mourinho is the best manager in the world .
A couple of hours later in the headmaster ’ s office , Aurier ’ s bold claim softened slightly , but he was not backing down on his opinion that he is now playing for one of the world ’ s best at Tottenham Hotspur .
“ For me , yes , he is in the three best managers in the world because he has won so many trophies , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ win so many trophies with different teams , I think you are the best.
” Just as the television character Mrs Merton asked Debbie McGee what first attracted her to the millionaire Paul Daniels , the attraction of Mourinho to a group of players who had once again fallen at the final hurdle in last season ’ s Champions League appears glaringly obvious .
It is now two months since Mourinho replaced Mauricio Pochettino at Spurs on a contract until the end of the 2022/23 season and Aurier is the first player to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ He ( Mourinho ) has won so many trophies and everyone wants to follow this way , ” said Aurier .
“ When the big manager comes in and you see his CV and it ’ s win , win , win , win , of course in the players ’ minds something changes .

It was in the question and answer session with pupils at Riverside School in Tottenham that Serge Aurier proudly declared Jose Mourinho is the best manager in the world.
A couple of hours later in the headmaster’s office, Aurier’s bold claim softened slightly, but he was not backing down on his opinion that he is now playing for one of the world’s best at Tottenham Hotspur.
“For me, yes, he is in the three best managers in the world because he has won so many trophies,” said Aurier. “When you win so many trophies with different teams, I think you are the best.”
Just as the television character Mrs Merton asked Debbie McGee what first attracted her to the millionaire Paul Daniels, the attraction of Mourinho to a group of players who had once again fallen at the final hurdle in last season’s Champions League appears glaringly obvious.
It is now two months since Mourinho replaced Mauricio Pochettino at Spurs on a contract until the end of the 2022/23 season and Aurier is the first player to give an extended interview since the change.
“He (Mourinho) has won so many trophies and everyone wants to follow this way,” said Aurier. “When the big manager comes in and you see his CV and it’s win, win, win, win, of course in the players’ minds something changes.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--German foreign office apologises over visa seduction joke on Twitter

Germany ’ s foreign office has apologised after an ill-judged joke on its Twitter account linking visas to seduction .
@ @ @ @ @ # SeduceSomeoneinFourWords , ” the diplomatic service tweeted in a move that seemed to confirm @ @ @ @ @ German sense of humour .
The social media account , which is in English , @ @ @ @ @ wave of a Twitter trend which emerged on Thursday and spread around the world .
@ @ @ @ @ , Twitter users were suggesting four-word sentences that would spark romance .
The fad attracted @ @ @ @ @ humorous responses .
After six hours and 20 minutes and numerous complaints , the foreign @ @ @ @ @ and apologised .
“ Being funny is apparently not always our strong suit , ” @ @ @ @ @ “ We know the visa process is complex , and visa decisions can deeply affect @ @ @ @ @ colleagues take these decisions very seriously .
”

Germany’s foreign office has apologised after an ill-judged joke on its Twitter account linking visas to seduction.
“Your visa got approved #SeduceSomeoneinFourWords,” the diplomatic service tweeted in a move that seemed to confirm long-standing stereotypes about the clunky German sense of humour.
The social media account, which is in English, was attempting to ride the wave of a Twitter trend which emerged on Thursday and spread around the world.
With the hashtag #SeduceSomeoneinFourWords, Twitter users were suggesting four-word sentences that would spark romance. The fad attracted a mix of genuine and humorous responses.
After six hours and 20 minutes and numerous complaints, the foreign office deleted the offending tweet and apologised.
“Being funny is apparently not always our strong suit,” it said on Twitter.
“We know the visa process is complex, and visa decisions can deeply affect peoples' lives. Our colleagues take these decisions very seriously.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--48 hours in . . . New York, an insider guide to the Big Apple

Tourist office : See nycgo.com , the website of NYC and Company , for extensive information on what 's on in the city and tips on where to go .
Stop by to pick up maps , leaflets and other information from the Official Visitor Information Centre ( 00 1 212 484 1222 ) at at 151 W. 34th St. between Seventh Ave. and Broadway ; Open Mon-Sat , 10am-10pm ; Sun , 10am-9pm ; Times Square between 44th and 45th Sts ; daily , 8am-7pm ; Southern tip of City Hall Park ; Mon-Fri , 9am-6pm ; Sat-Sun , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is standard to tip 15-20 per cent in restaurants .
Sales tax in NYC is 8.87 per cent ; taxes are not included in listed shop or restaurants prices .
Telephone code : Dial 00 1 , then the three-digit number of the borough ( eg , 212 for Manhattan , 718 for Brooklyn/the Bronx ) for New York numbers from abroad Time difference : New York is five hours behind London Flight time : London to New York is approximately seven hours David Farley has called New York 's West Village home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he makes a habit of helping lost , google map-wielding tourists to navigate the neighbourhood 's tangle of confusing streets , trying to steer them away from tourist trap restaurants and bars .

Try to emerge from the park on the south-east corner. That way you’re only a small stroll from one of the best modern art museums in the United States (if not the world): The Museum of Modern Art. The museum, best known as MoMa, has a vast collection of work by late-19th and 20th century artistic visionaries, including Van Gogh, Rousseau, Picasso, Dali, Mondrian, Warhol, Monet, Matisse, Frida Kahlo, Jasper Johns and Warhol. The best way to tackle MoMa is to take the lift to the top floor and work your way down (the most memorable works are on the top two floors).
If all that art gawking builds up an appetite, lunch is just a 10-minute walk to one of the New York-iest restaurants in New York history. Welcome to The Grill, where you can have a three-martini lunch in a mid-century Philip Johnson-designed dining room. The menu is classic New York City with lobster à la Newberg, pheasant Claiborne, and spring chicken à la queen getting top billing. The adjoining space, The Pool, is a great spot for a cocktail.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Laurence Fox says accusing him of 'white male privilege' is racism as he gets into Question Time row

Laurence Fox says accusing him of 'white male privilege' is racism as he gets into Question Time row over Duchess of Sussex media coverage

Actor Laurence Fox has described criticism of his appearance on Question Time as `` water off a duck 's back @ @ @ @ @ an audience member over the Duchess of Sussex .
Responding to a claim from an @ @ @ @ @ 's treatment of Meghan amounted to `` racism '' , Mr Fox responded : `` @ @ @ @ @ we 're the most tolerant , lovely country in Europe .
`` It 's so @ @ @ @ @ of racism and it 's really starting to get boring now , '' he continued @ @ @ @ @ described Fox as a `` white , privileged male '' , to which he responded @ @ @ @ @ help what I am , I was born like this , it was an immutable @ @ @ @ @ me a white privileged male is to be racist , '' he claimed .

Actor Laurence Fox has described criticism of his appearance on Question Time as "water off a duck's back" after he argued with an audience member over the Duchess of Sussex.
Responding to a claim from an audience member that the media's treatment of Meghan amounted to "racism", Mr Fox responded: "It's not racism... we're the most tolerant, lovely country in Europe.
"It's so easy to throw the charge of racism and it's really starting to get boring now," he continued.
The audience member then described Fox as a "white, privileged male", to which he responded: "I can't help what I am, I was born like this, it was an immutable characteristic.
"To call me a white privileged male is to be racist," he claimed.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Manchester United single me out, insists Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah ahead of Anfield grudge mat

Manchester United single me out, insists Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah ahead of Anfield grudge match

Mohamed Salah , the Liverpool forward , says Manchester United have singled him out for special treatment to stop him @ @ @ @ @ clubs .
Salah missed the meeting at Old Trafford earlier in the season due to @ @ @ @ @ 1-1 draw – but generally Liverpool ’ s celebrated front three has found it tougher @ @ @ @ @ League opponents .
Of the trio , only Sadio Mané has scored against United for @ @ @ @ @ claiming the only assist against the north west rivals since becoming part of one of @ @ @ @ @ in Europe .
Salah attributes that to United changing their tactical plan to nullify Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ `` I think Manchester United play against me in a different way to some other @ @ @ @ @ Sky Sports .
`` They defend against me in a different way .
It 's @ @ @ @ @ 'm happy about that .
As long as the team is winning , I 'm @ @ @ @

Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool forward, says Manchester United have singled him out for special treatment to stop him in recent fixtures between the clubs.
Salah missed the meeting at Old Trafford earlier in the season due to an ankle injury – a 1-1 draw – but generally Liverpool’s celebrated front three has found it tougher against United than most Premier League opponents.
Of the trio, only Sadio Mané has scored against United for Liverpool, with Roberto Firmino claiming the only assist against the north west rivals since becoming part of one of the most feared attacking threesomes in Europe.
Salah attributes that to United changing their tactical plan to nullify Liverpool’s attacking threat.
"I think Manchester United play against me in a different way to some other players,” Salah told Sky Sports.
"They defend against me in a different way. It's a challenge, but I'm happy about that. As long as the team is winning, I'm always happy."


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Book It: Seven incredible hotels for a European skiing holiday

Dust off your snowsuit and buckle up .
We ’ ve trawled the snowy peaks of Europe for the best ski destinations… and brought you some corkers ...
This showstopping hotel strikes a fine balance : it is deeply luxurious , and yet feels cosy with home comforts .
Bedrooms have soft blankets , bleached-oak floors and expansive windows .
After a hard day on the slopes , retire to one of the hotel ’ s five restaurants – our favourite is Ice Q , almost 10,000ft above sea level , which was the stunning setting for scenes from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local lamb , accompanied by the hotel 's own wine , Pino 3000 , which has a distinctively crisp taste .
Stella loves : The spa – try the 45-minute salt and grape-seed massage , which is beautifully soothing and set us up for our best night ’ s sleep in ages .
Out and about : For ski hire , Intersport is a minute from the hotel .
Complimentary coaches shuttle you from the hotel to ski lifts , three minutes away .
Afterwards , warm up with cocktails at the lively @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aren ’ t to be missed .
Diehard Bond fans should visit 007 Elements , a themed ‘ cinematic installation ’ that reveals the process of making of the films .
There 's also a gift shop with Bond memorabilia .
From £169 per person , per night , based on two people sharing on a half-board basis ; central-soelden.com

Dust off your snowsuit and buckle up. We’ve trawled the snowy peaks of Europe for the best ski destinations… and brought you some corkers...
Das Central, Sölden, Austria
Best for… wine buffs
This showstopping hotel strikes a fine balance: it is deeply luxurious, and yet feels cosy with home comforts. Bedrooms have soft blankets, bleached-oak floors and expansive windows. After a hard day on the slopes, retire to one of the hotel’s five restaurants – our favourite is Ice Q, almost 10,000ft above sea level, which was the stunning setting for scenes from the Bond film, Spectre. Try the local lamb, accompanied by the hotel's own wine, Pino 3000, which has a distinctively crisp taste.
Stella loves: The spa – try the 45-minute salt and grape-seed massage, which is beautifully soothing and set us up for our best night’s sleep in ages.
Out and about: For ski hire, Intersport is a minute from the hotel. Complimentary coaches shuttle you from the hotel to ski lifts, three minutes away. Afterwards, warm up with cocktails at the lively Paparazzi Café & Bar – the negronis aren’t to be missed. Diehard Bond fans should visit 007 Elements, a themed ‘cinematic installation’ that reveals the process of making of the films. There's also a gift shop with Bond memorabilia.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Jurgen Klopp is right: Manchester United only defend against Liverpool

Manchester United have only beaten Jurgen Klopp ’ s Liverpool twice in 10 matches since the German took charge but @ @ @ @ @ on two occasions too .
It certainly seems to play on his mind .
“ @ @ @ @ @ up like a mountain and stuff like that , and then we come here and @ @ @ @ @ , ” he said after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ’ s side held his to a @ @ @ @ @ “ Since I ’ ve been in England it ’ s pretty much been like @ @ @ @ @ put it all together , attitude , tactical defensive shapes .
Eight players defending with @ @ @ @ @ , it ’ s not easy.
” Three different United managers have taken on Klopp @ @ @ @ @ time , with Louis van Gaal , Jose Mourinho and Solskjaer adopting their own unique @ @ @ @ @ is to be believed , the same defensive approach each time .
So is he @ @ @ @ @ only defend against Liverpool , or is he playing mind games ?

Manchester United have only beaten Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool twice in 10 matches since the German took charge but he has only beaten them on two occasions too. It certainly seems to play on his mind.
“This game is always built up like a mountain and stuff like that, and then we come here and they only have to defend,” he said after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side held his to a 1-1 draw in October.
“Since I’ve been in England it’s pretty much been like that. We come here put it all together, attitude, tactical defensive shapes. Eight players defending with the quality of Man United, it’s not easy.”
Three different United managers have taken on Klopp’s team in that time, with Louis van Gaal, Jose Mourinho and Solskjaer adopting their own unique strategies — or if Klopp is to be believed, the same defensive approach each time. So is he right to say Manchester United only defend against Liverpool, or is he playing mind games?
Liverpool 0 Manchester United 1, 17 January 2016


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Manchester United's young forward trio challenged to become modern-day answer to Ronaldo, Rooney and

Manchester United's young forward trio challenged to become modern-day answer to Ronaldo, Rooney and Tevez

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Marcus Rashford , Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood to become Manchester United ’ s modern-day answer to Ronaldo , Rooney and Tevez as he dismissed Jurgen Klopp ’ s “ defensive ” jibes .
United ’ s youthful attack of Rashford , Martial and Greenwood have 39 goals between them this season , one more than Liverpool ’ s gilded attacking trio of Mohamed Salah , Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino .
And , while Solskjaer believes that the trio will need time to hone their understanding having started just one Premier League game together @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Newcastle , when they plundered all of United ’ s goals , he is excited about what the future holds for them .
“ We can see those three , we ’ ve got them on long contracts , and we can see them developing into a very exciting front three , ” the United manager said ahead of Sunday ’ s trip to Anfield to face the Premier League leaders .
“ I was here with Ronaldo , Tevez , Rooney , that ’ s what we want as United supporters and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ express themselves , go to Anfield and put fear into their defenders .
We ’ ve got Dan James here as well who adds to that so I ’ m very excited about it .

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood to become Manchester United’s modern-day answer to Ronaldo, Rooney and Tevez as he dismissed Jurgen Klopp’s “defensive” jibes.
United’s youthful attack of Rashford, Martial and Greenwood have 39 goals between them this season, one more than Liverpool’s gilded attacking trio of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.
And, while Solskjaer believes that the trio will need time to hone their understanding having started just one Premier League game together this season in the 4-1 win over Newcastle, when they plundered all of United’s goals, he is excited about what the future holds for them.
“We can see those three, we’ve got them on long contracts, and we can see them developing into a very exciting front three,” the United manager said ahead of Sunday’s trip to Anfield to face the Premier League leaders.
“I was here with Ronaldo, Tevez, Rooney, that’s what we want as United supporters and manager - you want to see them express themselves, go to Anfield and put fear into their defenders. We’ve got Dan James here as well who adds to that so I’m very excited about it.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Not a drop to drink: raising an empty glass to Britain's least boozy towns

We picture the ‘ roaring Twenties ’ as a period of excess – and yet for many it was a time of restriction .
Namely , in the United States , the restriction of alcohol .
Today marks the centenary of the beginning of Prohibition , the day when the Volstead Act came into effect in America , banning the sale , manufacture and consumption of alcohol .
While the law never made its way across the pond , there are nevertheless many corners of Britain where alcohol has been severely limited in ( surprisingly ) recent history , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ religious reasons .
In 1920 , Scotland 's Temperance Act came into effect , allowing local areas to vote for or against the prohibition of the selling of alcohol .
Around 40 districts initially voted in favour of the alcohol ban , including Kilsyth , Kirkintilloch and Wick , although there were ‘ veto votes ’ held every few years , where 'dry ' towns could become 'wet ' once more .
Some parts of the country remain considerably drier than the rest , while others have a tradition of outlawing booze completely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that have either banned alcohol at one time or another , or where it might still be a struggle to find someone to pour you a pint .

We picture the ‘roaring Twenties’ as a period of excess – and yet for many it was a time of restriction. Namely, in the United States, the restriction of alcohol.
Today marks the centenary of the beginning of Prohibition, the day when the Volstead Act came into effect in America, banning the sale, manufacture and consumption of alcohol.
While the law never made its way across the pond, there are nevertheless many corners of Britain where alcohol has been severely limited in (surprisingly) recent history, and in places banned altogether, often for religious reasons.
In 1920, Scotland's Temperance Act came into effect, allowing local areas to vote for or against the prohibition of the selling of alcohol. Around 40 districts initially voted in favour of the alcohol ban, including Kilsyth, Kirkintilloch and Wick, although there were ‘veto votes’ held every few years, where 'dry' towns could become 'wet' once more.
Some parts of the country remain considerably drier than the rest, while others have a tradition of outlawing booze completely. Below we've compiled the spots that have either banned alcohol at one time or another, or where it might still be a struggle to find someone to pour you a pint.
Bournville


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--'If I had to choose a word it would be “substandard"': Why The Standard Hollywood is out of date, ou

'If I had to choose a word it would be “substandard"': Why The Standard Hollywood is out of date, out of touch and out of order

The worst hotels I ’ ve ever stayed in are different from the hotels that can be categorised as merely “ bad ” .
To be awarded the accolade of “ worst ” there has to be an extra-special level of nonchalant awfulness that goes above and beyond your common-or-garden terrible .
It ’ s not simply a matter of sub-par service or fusty rooms or shower handles breaking off in your hand – any two-bit Fawlty Towers pretender can manage that .
No , it ’ s something ineffably more pointed than that .
A “ worst ” hotel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smug about its badness .
The worst hotels are the bad hotels that think they ’ re good .
This misperception leads to an ingrained sense of self-satisfaction that seeps through the fabric of a place like out-of-date laundry detergent .
You can smell it , but you can ’ t quite put your finger on it .
This brings me to The Standard , Hollywood , a hotel that has effortlessly put itself in the running for the worst hotel I ’ ve ever stayed in , with a near-faultless fulfilment of @ @ @ @ @

The worst hotels I’ve ever stayed in are different from the hotels that can be categorised as merely “bad”. To be awarded the accolade of “worst” there has to be an extra-special level of nonchalant awfulness that goes above and beyond your common-or-garden terrible.
It’s not simply a matter of sub-par service or fusty rooms or shower handles breaking off in your hand – any two-bit Fawlty Towers pretender can manage that. No, it’s something ineffably more pointed than that. A “worst” hotel has to be bad, yet simultaneously smug about its badness.
The worst hotels are the bad hotels that think they’re good. This misperception leads to an ingrained sense of self-satisfaction that seeps through the fabric of a place like out-of-date laundry detergent. You can smell it, but you can’t quite put your finger on it.
This brings me to The Standard, Hollywood, a hotel that has effortlessly put itself in the running for the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in, with a near-faultless fulfilment of all the above criteria.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Beef brisket tacos recipe

Beef brisket tacos recipe

This is a good recipe for feeding a big group .
Everyone can roll their own tacos .
• 1.5kg brisket ( it will probably come boned and rolled for ease of cooking ) • 2-3 smoked jalapeño chillies ( depending on how hot you like it ) • Grated cheese ( I like to use strong cheddar ) • Place the brisket in a cast-iron casserole and put it in the oven , uncovered , for 30 minutes to start the cooking process .
• Add 500ml water to the pan and cook with the lid on for three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there is still enough water – if not , top up to 8cm deep .
Add the chopped vegetables and bruised garlic and cook for 90 minutes .
• Remove the casserole from the oven and check that the meat is tender enough to be pierced with a sharp knife .
It should be melting soft .
Allow the beef to cool in the water then take it out and save the stock for another day .
• To make the smoked chilli sauce , heat the oil in a saucepan until it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the cherry tomatoes and cook them until the skins start to split .
The tomatoes will start to break down and make a sauce – give them a hand by bashing them with a wooden spoon .
Stir in the chillies then tip the contents of the pan into a blender and blitz .
Check the seasoning and add salt if needed .
• To prepare the taco ingredients , break down the brisket by pulling the strands into pieces ( I use a pair of scissors to cut the strands up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chilli sauce over the meat and rub together .
Check the seasoning , and stir in a tablespoon of sour cream and the juice of one lime .
• For the guacamole , de-stone and peel the avocados and mash the flesh with a fork .
Add the coriander , lime juice and olive oil and mix together until you have a paste .
Fold in the chopped tomatoes and onion .
• Toast the tacos in a dry hot frying pan and pile them on the table along with the other elements @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own tacos , putting the beef on a taco first and following with the guacamole and the rest in any order they like .
Fold the taco in half over the filling , and devour .

This is a good recipe for feeding a big group. Everyone can roll their own tacos.
Prep time: 25 minutes | Cooking time: 5 hours
SERVES
10
INGREDIENTS
1.5kg brisket (it will probably come boned and rolled for ease of cooking)
1 large carrot, roughly chopped
1 large onion, roughly chopped
2 sticks celery, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, bruised
For the smoked chilli sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
500g cherry tomatoes
2-3 smoked jalapeño chillies (depending on how hot you like it)
1 tbsp sour cream
1 lime
For the guacamole
4 ripe avocados
25g coriander, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp olive oil
6 cherry tomatoes, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
To serve
20 small corn tacos
Sour cream
Grated cheese (I like to use strong cheddar)
Tomato salsa
Slices of avocado
Lime wedges, to squeeze
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Clementine, chocolate and polenta cake recipe

Some matches are made in heaven .
One such match is chocolate and orange – or clementine , as in this week ’ s recipe .
This delicious cake is perfect with a cup of tea .
• Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4 .
Line the base of a 23cm springform cake tin with parchment paper and grease the edges .
Put the clementines and lemon in a saucepan , cover with water and bring to a simmer .
Simmer for 30 minutes and then halve the fruit to remove the pips .
Blitz the fruit in a blender @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the beating attachment , cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture is fluffy and pale in colour .
• With the mixer still running at a medium speed , add the eggs one at time , then add a good pinch of salt .
• Turn the mixer down to slow and add the polenta , flour and ground almonds .
Finally , slowly stir in the blitzed fruit .
You can do all of this by hand , it just takes longer .
• Pour the cake mixture into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Check to see if a skewer comes out clean when inserted in the middle .
• Remove the cake from the oven and grate the chocolate over it , using a fine grater or Microplane if you have one .
Some of the chocolate will melt into the cake and the rest will sit on top , creating a chocolate layer .
• Allow the cake to cool before removing from the tin , then transfer to a plate .
Serve with yogurt or cream .

Some matches are made in heaven. One such match is chocolate and orange – or clementine, as in this week’s recipe. This delicious cake is perfect with a cup of tea.
Prep time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour 20 minutes
SERVES
Eight to 10
INGREDIENTS
175g softened butter, plus extra for greasing
3 clementines
1 lemon
175g caster sugar
4 eggs
100g polenta
50g self- raising flour
50g ground almonds
100g orange-flavoured chocolate with a high cocoa content
Natural yogurt or cream, to serve
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Cranks-style cheese buns recipe

Cranks-style cheese buns recipe

This recipe is a slightly adapted version of the Cranks cheese roll : I remember both eating these at the restaurant and cooking them from the book , stuffed with cress , which added a welcome , fresh , light-green aspect .
It might have been these buns that gave me a taste for the slightly nutty flavour of wholemeal flour .
• 400g stone-ground wholemeal flour , plus extra for dusting or as needed • 50g bran ( optional ; if you can ’ t find any , replace with flour ) • 50g wheatgerm ( this adds a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with flour if not available ) • Put the flour , bran if using , wheatgerm if using , salt , yeast and sugar in the bowl of an electric stand mixer .
Attach the dough hook and mix at low speed ( you can also do this by hand ) , gradually adding approximately 400ml water – you might not need the full 400ml , as different flours will absorb varying volumes of water .
You are looking for the mixture to come together in a soft dough – it may look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ firm up during the kneading process .
• When it comes together , knead the dough for about three minutes .
• Leave the dough in the bowl , covered with a damp cloth or cling film , in the warmest part of the kitchen for about 45 minutes , to allow it to rise .
• When the dough has doubled in size , knock it back and turn out on to a well floured surface .
If the dough is too sticky then knead in some more flour by hand , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is dry then add a splash of water .
When the dough is the right consistency it should spring back when you prod a finger into it .
The glutens will now be in line and the dough should also have a shine to it .
• Roll the dough into a rectangular shape about 2½cm thick .
• With a long side facing you , imagine the rectangle divided into thirds .
Scatter a third of the grated cheddar in the centre section of the dough .
Fold one of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ another third of the cheese over this layer .
Fold the remaining dough section over the cheese , so it has been trapped in layers .
• Press out the dough to a thickness of 1½-2cm and cut out six 10cm-diameter rolls .
You can use a cookie cutter to guide you , or simply shape them by hand if you prefer .
• Put the baps on to a lightly floured baking sheet , cover with a tea towel and leave to prove for 30 minutes .
Then brush their tops with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remaining cheese .
• Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10 minutes , then turn the temperature down to 180C/160C fan/Gas 4 .
Bake for around 20 minutes , until the buns are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the underside .
• Allow to cool for an hour before serving if you can , then slice in half and serve with cress , more cheese and some salad .

This recipe is a slightly adapted version of the Cranks cheese roll: I remember both eating these at the restaurant and cooking them from the book, stuffed with cress, which added a welcome, fresh, light-green aspect. It might have been these buns that gave me a taste for the slightly nutty flavour of wholemeal flour.
Prep time: 20 minutes, plus 45 minutes rising time and 30 minutes proving time | Cooking time: 30 minutes
MAKES
Six
INGREDIENTS
400g stone-ground wholemeal flour, plus extra for dusting or as needed
50g bran (optional; if you can’t find any, replace with flour)
50g wheatgerm (this adds a lovely flavour, but can be replaced with flour if not available)
2 tsp fine sea salt
1 x 7g sachet fast-action dried yeast
1 tsp soft brown sugar
250g strong cheddar, grated, plus extra to serve
A little milk, for brushing
Cress and salad, to serve
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Think you don't have to file a tax return? Here are five reasons why you might need to

Think you don ’ t need to file a tax return for 2018/19 ?
Perhaps it ’ s time to double check .
Around 750,000 taxpayers miss the Jan 31 deadline each year , often simply because they are unaware they need to file a return .
It ’ s a common misconception that filing always leads to paying extra tax – sometimes it can trigger tax reliefs and refunds .
Have you claimed for your pension contributions ?
Tax relief is available on pension contributions at your highest rate of income tax .
Higher or additional rate taxpayers can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relief respectively if they are not in a net-pay or salary-sacrifice pension arrangement through their employer but instead make direct pension contributions .
Venture capital schemes , for example the Enterprise Investment Scheme , Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme and venture capital trusts , offer valuable income tax and capital gains tax relief to encourage you to invest .
If you have made eligible investments into these schemes you should claim income tax relief on your tax return for the year in which the shares are issued to you .
In some circumstances , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contributions back to the previous tax year , which can be beneficial in tax terms .
Independent financial advice should be sought if this is relevant to you .

Think you don’t need to file a tax return for 2018/19? Perhaps it’s time to double check.
Around 750,000 taxpayers miss the Jan 31 deadline each year, often simply because they are unaware they need to file a return. It’s a common misconception that filing always leads to paying extra tax – sometimes it can trigger tax reliefs and refunds.
Have you claimed for your pension contributions?
Tax relief is available on pension contributions at your highest rate of income tax. Higher or additional rate taxpayers can claim an additional 20pc and 25pc tax relief respectively if they are not in a net-pay or salary-sacrifice pension arrangement through their employer but instead make direct pension contributions.
Investments into venture capital schemes
Venture capital schemes, for example the Enterprise Investment Scheme, Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme and venture capital trusts, offer valuable income tax and capital gains tax relief to encourage you to invest. If you have made eligible investments into these schemes you should claim income tax relief on your tax return for the year in which the shares are issued to you.
In some circumstances, you can also elect to carry the contributions back to the previous tax year, which can be beneficial in tax terms. Independent financial advice should be sought if this is relevant to you.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Harry Maguire handed Manchester United captain's armband as Ashley Young finalises move to Inter Mil

Harry Maguire handed Manchester United captain's armband as Ashley Young finalises move to Inter Milan

Harry Maguire has been appointed Manchester United ’ s new captain in the wake of Ashley Young ’ s departure for Inter Milan .
Young is due in Milan on Friday to undergo a medical before completing a £1.3 million move to the Italian club .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said United were unwilling to offer Young the two-year contract he is getting at Inter and had now installed Maguire as the veteran full-back ’ s replacement as captain .
The England centre-half only joined United in an £80m deal from Leicester last summer and no player has been awarded the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ basis quicker since the Second World War .
“ Harry has been wearing the captain ’ s armband and he will keep wearing it , he ’ s come in and he 's been a leader in the group , ” Solskjaer said .
“ I ’ ve not been surprised but I ’ ve been impressed by his leadership skills , so Harry will continue wearing the armband .
“ He 's come in and everything about him tells me he 's a leader , he 's part of a group we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ young group - Ashley , Marcus [ Rashford ] , David [ De Gea ] , Harry , so Harry will keep on wearing the armband .
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Harry Maguire has been appointed Manchester United’s new captain in the wake of Ashley Young’s departure for Inter Milan.
Young is due in Milan on Friday to undergo a medical before completing a £1.3 million move to the Italian club.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said United were unwilling to offer Young the two-year contract he is getting at Inter and had now installed Maguire as the veteran full-back’s replacement as captain.
The England centre-half only joined United in an £80m deal from Leicester last summer and no player has been awarded the club’s captaincy on a permanent basis quicker since the Second World War.
“Harry has been wearing the captain’s armband and he will keep wearing it, he’s come in and he's been a leader in the group,” Solskjaer said.
“I’ve not been surprised but I’ve been impressed by his leadership skills, so Harry will continue wearing the armband.
“He's come in and everything about him tells me he's a leader, he's part of a group we've had that have been leading this young group - Ashley, Marcus [Rashford], David [De Gea], Harry, so Harry will keep on wearing the armband.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--The best ski boots for men and women this winter

When it comes to ski boots next winter , ase of customisation , walk modes and low weight are still @ @ @ @ @ , but the biggest overall shift is to boots with a curved Grip Walk sole @ @ @ @ @ a regular flat soled downhill boots for power and consistent safety .
Grip Walk changes @ @ @ @ @ hard parts for power and safe binding release but most of the sole is curved @ @ @ @ @ easier .
But it ’ s worth noting Grip Walk boots should only be used @ @ @ @ @ so may require you to upgrade your skis too .
Read our full guide to @ @ @ @ @ Best for those with a high instep

When it comes to ski boots next winter, ase of customisation, walk modes and low weight are still high on the design agenda, but the biggest overall shift is to boots with a curved Grip Walk sole. Most of us use a regular flat soled downhill boots for power and consistent safety. Grip Walk changes this as there are still hard parts for power and safe binding release but most of the sole is curved and grippy to make walking easier. But it’s worth noting Grip Walk boots should only be used with Grip Walk compatible bindings so may require you to upgrade your skis too.
Read our full guide to buying ski boots here.
Best for men
Best for those with a high instep
Dalbello Panterra 120 GW
£400


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Britain's top dry ski slopes and indoor snow centres

Aside from being a fun day out for the family , the UK ’ s vast array of dry ski slopes and indoor snow centres provide the perfect opportunity for a pre-season warm up or to sample skiing or snowboarding for the first time .
With slopes across the country , from Glasgow to Hemel Hempstead , it 's never been easier to visit your local centre , get fit and have heaps of fun , without the hefty price tag of travelling abroad .
This is where those celebrity types trained before competing in Channel 4 's The Jump @ @ @ @ @ @ @ real snow slope including boxes , rails and kickers for freestylers .
Lessons for all abilities are also available .
Two-hour adult lift passes cost from £37 .
Where is it ?
These two indoor snow centres have real snow slopes and new freestyle terrain built each week .
Ski and snowboard lessons are available for all levels and ages , and there ’ s also sledging and ice sliding .
Where are they ?
At 180m , this is the UK 's longest indoor real snow slope .
As well as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chill Factore offers mogul , ski cross and boardercross sessions .
Monthly and weekly lift passes are available from £60 and £35 respectively .
Where is it ?
Scotland 's only indoor real snow slope is 168m long .
There 's also an ice climbing wall , a Bavarian-themed restaurant and beer hall , and an ice bar .
Where is it ?
This leisure complex has a 170m main slope , two separate learner slopes , an ice rink , swimming pool and gym .
The main slope features freestyle elements such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and there is also a children ’ s snowplay area , tubing and tobogganing .
Lessons for all abilities are available .
Where is it ?
A dry slope with the UK 's largest independent ski and snowboard retailer store and workshop attached .
Snowtrax holds regular freestyle jam competitions , open to any skiers and snowboarders who have experience on freestyle equipment .
There 's also an alpine adventure park for kids in a woodland area at the bottom of the ski slope .
Where is it ?
One of the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ original 90m slope here was built in 1969 .
The slope is now 100m long and hosts lessons , school events and competitions .
The slope has a range of freestyle features including a full stair set , a rainbow rail , whale tail , box , kickers and a quarter pipe .
Where is it ?
Cardiff , 10 minutes from the city centre More info skicardiff.co.uk The North West 's most popular dry ski slope has a 200m main slope as well as a freestyle park , nursery slope and quarter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available and clubs and groups are welcome .
Where is it ?
This outdoor dry slope is part of Suffolk Leisure Park .
The slope is 180m and there 's also a toboggan run – lessons and courses are available for skiers and snowboarders of all levels from four years old and up .
Where is it ?
Boasting Britain 's longest toboggan run , the PermaSnow ski slope in North Wales hosts lessons for both skiers and snowboarders as well as tubing .
Where is it ?
With three slopes on offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ South West , this centre is easily accessible from Devon , Cornwall and Somerset .
Private or group lessons are available for all abilities .
Where is it ?
This centre on the edge of the Cotswolds is set across 12 acres .
It has a 240m main slope , 250m recreational/racing slope , fun park , 40m nursery slope , Big Airbag and four lifts .
Where is it ?
This is one of the largest member-run ski and snowboard clubs in the UK .
It 's affiliated with Special Olympics UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with disabilities .
The 170m main slope hosts a number of events and is open to everyone .
Beginner courses are available on the adjoining nursery slope .
Where is it ?
Operated by volunteers from North Staffs Ski Club , the Kidsgrove Ski Centre is based in Bathpool Park in Stoke-on-Trent .
There are two slopes , a main slope for all members and dedicated freestyle slope , which hosts dedicated 'Freestyle Fridays ' every other week .
Lessons are available as well as membership options .
The club operates the slope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the revenue being used to further improve the slope , facilities and equipment .
Where is it ?
This campaign from Snowsport England encourages people to learn to ski and snowboard in the UK .
Visit the campaign 's website for advice and information on how to find your nearest slope and how to organise beginner lessons or taster sessions .

While the Alps have been baking in the Europe-wide heatwave over the summer, forcing glaciers to close and ski camps to be cancelled, the UK's snow centres and dry ski slopes are here to provide cooling relief for British skiers and snowboarders.
Aside from being a fun day activity for the entire family, the UK’s vast array of dry ski slopes and indoor snow centres provide the perfect opportunity for a warm up or to sample skiing or snowboarding for the first time.
For those looking to prepare for the season ahead, indoor snow centres are the perfect solution to any pre-holiday nerves – lessons and training camps are available to help refresh technique and confidence throughout the year.
With slopes across the country, from Yorkshire to Hemel Hempstead, it's never been easier to visit your local centre, get fit and have heaps of fun, without the hefty price tag of travelling abroad. Find out which centres are open below and use our interactive map to find your local slope.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Everything you need to know about buying a ski jacket

Apart from the good looks , how can you tell if a ski or snowboard jacket suits your needs ?
Our advice on key lingo and the latest technology will make sure you choose the right one for you .
The holy grail is a jacket that keeps snow out while allowing the heat and moisture generated by your body as you ski , snowboard or hike to escape .
All the jackets we review are waterproof and breathable to a degree , but some are more effective at one or the other .
How they perform is largely down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ used to make them .
The level of waterproofing is often expressed in numbers referring to a water test – 5,000mm is low waterproofing , 10,000 average , 20,000 high , 28,000mm extremely high .
Breathability is usually rated in grams , again with 5,000g being low and 20,000g or more being very breathable .
You may also see a RET value for breathability – less than six is very breathable , up to 13 good , up to 20 OK but not great for high-energy riding or hiking .
High waterproofing can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moisture and heat to escape , and you can choose to prioritise one or the other , or go for the double .
Some brands use own-brand waterproofing technology , while others use big-name technology such as Gore-Tex or Polartec .
Different versions , whether a name brand or own brand , suit different needs , prioritising weight , warmth or breathability for example .
The most efficient jackets do tend to be more expensive , as do jackets using branded waterproofing technology like Gore-Tex .
This season ’ s big news is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new technology called FutureLight in its ski wear , claiming that holy double of 100 per cent waterproofing while maintaining full breathability .
As well as the waterproof membrane in a fabric , most jackets also have a thin coating on top of the material to repel water so it ca n't easily settle and soak in , compromising breathability as well as water resistance .
This coating is often called a DWR ( Durable Water Repellent ) treatment .
Many are made using perfluorinated chemicals ( PFCs ) , which are damaging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been a move to find greener alternatives .
In general , padded jackets are warmer but less versatile than shell jackets , which have little or no insulating material .
The story goes that natural down insulation is less bulky than synthetic padding but loses its thermal properties when it 's wet , whereas synthetic insulation works better when wet but tends to be more bulky and not as easy to compress into a small package .
However , newer forms of synthetic padding are less bulky and more compressible , mimicking down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breathable .
There has also been a move towards responsible down , produced without live plucking of birds for example .
Manufacturers may mix down and synthetic padding in the same jacket – putting down where warmth is most needed for example , and synthetic in areas likely to get wet .
Big names in insulation include PrimaLoft and Thinsulate .
For those who really feel the cold , some jackets have battery-powered heating panels for instant warmth on the go .
Rather than just stitched together , seams may also be taped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more waterproof .
Some jackets have all their seams sealed with tape .
Others have only the critical seams sealed , in vulnerable areas such as shoulders .
The narrower tape on some high-end shells helps keep overall weight down .
Jacket linings are often made of a quick-drying , moisture-dispersing material or mesh that ’ s designed to transport sweat away from the body fast .
This helps keep you dry when working hard or when it 's warm ; wearing similarly technical baselayers under your jacket helps the process .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in different weights and weaves – the outer face fabric may be two or three layers thick for example .
More layers are more hard-wearing , and tougher materials also resist abrasion more effectively , but tend to be heavier and feel harder , and do n't drape the body as well .
Some jackets have more abrasion-resistant material on areas such as shoulders ; recently there 's been a trend for more durable areas to be woven into material , so the jacket can be made from a single piece , cutting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The fit and cut that 's right for you depends on what kind of skiing or snowboarding you like to do .
Slim fit may best suit those who are cruising smooth pistes , while a baggy cut suits the bigger movements and extra activities like hiking that freeriders and freestylers partake in .
However , stretch materials and clever cuts designed to work with ski and snowboard moves mean that there 's a wealth of options between the two extremes .
Most ski and snowboard jackets have underarm vents to allow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cool air in – opening them avoids having to undo the front zip and have a flapping jacket while on the move .
They may be mesh-lined or open to the air ; some have a two-way zip so they ’ re easier to use , especially if wearing a backpack .
Some manufacturers get more inventive , with vents at the front or on sleeves to draw in cool air , vents on the back to let hot air out , and systems that channel air around the jacket .
Front vents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a backpack , and may double as a pocket .
Some manufacturers have introduced jacket vents that line up with vents on midlayers , so they can work together .
This is a wide elasticated band inside the jacket – sometimes called a snow skirt – that can be done up over ski pants and helps stop snow getting inside your clothes .
Many brands add silicone strips around the band to help it stay in place .
Some jackets have removable powder skirts , others have one that can be poppered away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and pants can be linked to each other using poppers , zip , loops or hooks on the powder skirt and the waistband of matching pants , creating a pseudo onesie .
This is will more effective than a powder skirt alone for stopping snow getting up your jacket or down your trousers .
Hoods are fixed or detachable .
A detachable hood can be removed if you think you wo n't need it , or just for style .
A fixed hood is always at the ready .
Many are designed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protection when it 's cold and snowing , some roll away into the collar when not needed .
Most hoods are adjustable – look for an elastic pull at the back for example , which is useful to stop it falling over your eyes .
A stiff brim at the front helps too .
Some hoods have a detachable faux-fur trim .
Since they ’ re a vulnerable part of your jacket , some or all of the zips may be water resistant .
To avoid chin chafe there ’ s usually a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ zip , and there may be softer material behind it here too , for extra protection .
An asymmetric zip , or one that 's designed to curve out from the face , avoids the problem , and a flap behind or in front of the front zip helps keeps wind out .
Big looped pulls on zips make them easier to use with gloves on , and a little garage over the top of the closed end of a zip is another trick for keeping water out .
To stop the wind @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may find an internal stretchy cuff in the sleeves of your jacket , sometimes with a loop for the thumb to help it stay put .
These may be made of moisture-wicking material ( see above ) to prevent them staying soggy .
The lower-profile they are , the easier to wear under gloves .
Most jackets have an array of useful item-specific pockets – a big mesh one inside for goggles , a small one on the arm for lift pass , a phone pocket with an insert so that headphone cables @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inside the jacket , and a secure inner pocket for stashing card or cash .
It ’ s a good idea to think about where they are on the jacket and what you ’ re going to put in them when buying .
Some jackets contain a Recco reflector – a small insert that can help you be found by ski patrollers using compatible detectors .
Although it may help in a crisis , if you 're going off piste having clothing with Recco is no replacement for wearing and knowing how to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you may find , a key clip or lens wipe for goggles in a pocket , a detachable and washable collar lining , a hood brim with a see-though section so you can wear it further over your eyes in a blizzard , extra protective padding in vulnerable areas like elbows and shoulders , holes in the collar for easier breathing when it 's done up – ski and snowboard outerwear manufacturers are always innovating .

FAQ
What should I look out for when choosing ski jacket?
Let’s be honest, look is really important when selecting your ski clothing. Depending on your preferences, this may be at the top of your priority list, or sit below other considerations. Thankfully, most ski clothing is available in a variety of colours, from safe black and dark blue to more exotic bright neons, so there really is something to suit all needs.
You also want to ensure you get features that are going to enhance your time in the mountains. If you want to carry things with you, such as a phone, wallet, some snacks and possibly a drink or spare pair of goggles, then having a number of pockets can be great. If you always wear a backpack, then you may not need as many pockets, and if they’re higher up towards the chest then they’ll not interfere with the backpack waist strap.
Fit is also important, and not just so you look fantastic. If a jacket fits well, then you can move freely and pretty much forget you’re wearing it. Also, did you know that if a jacket fits well it may actually work better, in terms of breathability? Well, it can make a difference. This is when a good ski shop can really help out, as they can assist in finding options to suit your body shape.
Ski jackets come in a range of prices, but to enhance the value you may wish to get one with a removable hood or detachable powder skirt, so it doubles up as an everyday winter jacket at home. If you go for a shell jacket (more on this below), then this really can work all year, providing superb wet-weather protection in the summer months too
Are ski jackets waterproof?
The vast majority of ski jackets are waterproof, windproof and breathable. This means the jacket can keep you warm, lets any moisture building up inside to escape and protects you from wind, snow and rain. Just because a jacket is labelled as waterproof, though, doesn’t actually mean it’s completely waterproof.
Jackets often have a waterproof rating, from 5,000 up to over 20,000. The higher the number, the more the garment resists water coming through from the outside. This is down to how much pressure it will take for water to seep through the waterproof layer. Not all brands state their waterproof rating, including some of the better known and highest performing laminates.
A jacket is made of stitched panels, so the panel edges are full of holes (not so great for keeping water out). The manufacturer uses a waterproof, but non-breathable, tape on the inside of the seam to keep water out. Not all seams will necessarily be taped though. If taping is used, then it ranges from on just the really vulnerable seams, such as the shoulders, which is called Critically Taped, through to all seams, or Fully Taped. Critically taped seam sealing tends to be used to match a certain lower price point.
The jacket also needs to be breathable. We produce moisture and this needs to be allowed to escape from the jacket. This is where we’ve seen some impressive developments in recent years, with garments that provide a high waterproof rating and superb breathability.
Like waterproofing, breathability can be rated too, and typically follows a similar number scale. The best are 20,000 or higher, with cheaper, less-breathable garments rated around 5,000. There are other scales for breathability, but this one is most common.
Other features, such as venting panels (underarm vents, pit zips, chest vents) can be opened and closed, improving temperature and moisture management
It is important to know that if the outside of the jacket becomes saturated with water, then the breathability will be severely impaired. This is why you’ll see water bead up and run off new jackets. This is due to a durable water repellent (DWR) coating or treatment. Historically, these have been made using perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), but these are not good for the environment and are being replaced by cleaner solutions by most brands. Ironically, some of these greener solutions significantly out-perform PFC’s.
You can also replenish this outer water repellency by using an off-the-shelf technical fabric wash and treatment, such as Nikwax. Washing your ski clothing is really important to ensure it works as designed, but don’t just use normal household detergents. Which products you use will depend on the type of clothing you’re washing. Any good ski shop can advise you on this. You’ll dramatically improve the performance and longevity of your ski clothing if you look after it, in this way.
What is the warmest ski jacket?
An insulated jacket is designed to improve how warm you are when skiing. This may have a synthetic insulation or natural, such as wool or down. They all have a goal of trapping air and providing an insulating layer.
Down is an exceedingly efficient insulator but it can be expensive and it is an animal product, and doesn’t perform when wet. Recycled down is becoming more common, as sell as treatments to help it perform better when wet.
Synthetic fibres are far closer to down in terms of low weight and packability. Wool is also being more widely used as an insulator, is sustainable and, like synthetics, performs when wet.
Shell jackets do not have any insulating layer and therefore need to be paired with one, or more, insulating layer underneath, as the temperature dictates. Shell jackets are lighter than insulated varieties, and are favoured for higher output activities, such as freeride skiing when you’re hiking for fresh lines, or ski touring.
Both shells and insulated pieces have a waterproof layer. Waterproof layers can be pretty delicate so you have an outer fabric, also known as the face fabric, to protect against dirt and abrasion. You also need to protect the inside of the waterproof layer, or membrane.
Shell jackets therefore have an inner laminate, which can be made of a wide variety of fabrics. This protects the membrane, but can also help wick moisture away from the skin and disperse it over a broad area so it can escape through the membrane. The face fabric, waterproof layer and inner protective fabric are all bonded together in some way. This is referred to as a 3-layer garment.
Insulated pieces have a face fabric and a waterproof layer but no bonded inner face fabric, as the insulation protects the membrane. This is therefore called 2-layer construction. You can also get a 2-layer non-insulated jacket, but this has a separate, non-bonded inner lining to protect the waterproof layer.
What is a powder skirt?
A powder, or snow, skirt is an internal panel that acts like a gaiter around your waist. The front is fastened when you put the jacket on and helps to seal out the elements a little.
The term powder skirt is a little misleading. If you’re skiing powder, you’re typically wearing a backpack, and the pack’s waist belt holds the jacket in place and stops powder entering from below. You therefore don’t need a powder skirt for powder skiing, and many professionals remove theirs. This can also be why you see some touring orientated jackets without powder skirts.
A powder skirt can work really well at helping to seal in a little warmth, stop wind blowing up under the hem and helps to prevent the jacket riding up.
What is a stretch fabric?
We move around a lot when skiing, so having a fabric that can move with us is ideal. Hence the evolution of stretch fabrics. Some stretch will only be in one plane. For example, if you hold the jacket fabric across the chest and try to stretch it, it may not give. If you then try to stretch it top to bottom, you may feel an elastic nature in the fabric. This is two-way stretch. It can be up and down, or side to side, but won’t be both. If the fabric stretches up and down and side to side, then this is called four-way stretch.
The issue with ski jackets is getting all the layers of the jacket to be able to move, or stretch. There are some superb products now that have stretch in the outer, the insulating layer and the inner lining. Not all materials are created equal though, so the jacket may only stretch a little or it may stretch a lot. This is why it’s important to try a jacket on before you commit to it, to make sure it works for your body shape and movements.
What is Recco?
Recco is a technology used in lots of skiing and snowboarding applications. It is comprised of a little electronic device, called a reflector, and a large detector that is used by rescue teams. Manufacturers can install the reflector in many types of clothing and hardware, including jackets.
It does not need charging or any sort of power source. It is designed to help rescue teams locate the reflector, and the person, if they get caught in an avalanche. It can also be used in certain situations to locate people that have got been lost, even if it’s not an avalanche situation.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--The best films to watch at the cinema this week – and what to avoid

The pick of the week is A Hidden Life , the story of an ordinary man with an extraordinary conscience @ @ @ @ @ Second World War epic .
Bombshell is a bright , watchable film on a subject @ @ @ @ @ squirm .
Sexism in the Fox newsroom for the # MeToo generation .
Just Mercy @ @ @ @ @ drama starring and produced by Michael B. Jordan .
Waves is a painful coming-of-age thriller @ @ @ @ @ goes wrong , set against a beachside Florida backdrop .
And finally , Weathering With @ @ @ @ @ treat from director Makoto Shinkai , with a beautifully-rendered teen romance plot .

There's nothing quite like watching your favourite new films on the big screen with a bucket of popcorn in hand - and there are a whole host of blockbusters set to be released before the end of 2021.
Among the new releases is the long and eagerly anticipated No Time To Die - the latest James Bond installment which sees Daniel Craig in his franchise swansong.
Cinemas will also play host to science fiction action comedy Free Guy, starring Ryan Reynolds - as well as Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings.
So whether horror, romance or comedy is your thing, our critics have picked this year's must-see films to watch at your local cinema in the coming weeks.
Best new movie releases to watch in 2021
No Time To Die


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Iran's supreme leader says Europe 'cannot be trusted' in rare Friday prayers address

Iran 's Supreme Leader , leading a sermon in Iran for the first time in eight years , said Britain @ @ @ @ @ were party to a nuclear pact were “ American pawns ” who `` can not @ @ @ @ @ Ali Khamenei told thousands of worshippers that the UK , France and Germany `` can @ @ @ @ @ after the co-signatories to the 2015 accord triggered a formal dispute mechanism in the agreement @ @ @ @ @ UN sanctions being reimposed .
The countries , known as the E3 , triggered a @ @ @ @ @ in response to Iran ’ s violations of the terms of the agreement .
Iran @ @ @ @ @ commitments under the pact in retaliation to US ’ s withdrawal in 2018 and its @ @ @ @ @ crippled the country 's economy .

Iran's Supreme Leader, in his first sermon in eight years, said yesterday that Britain and other European states who were party to a nuclear pact were “American lackeys” who "cannot be trusted".
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told thousands of worshippers gathered in Tehran that the UK, France and Germany were “weak”, after the co-signatories to the 2015 accord triggered a formal dispute mechanism in the agreement, which could lead to UN sanctions being reimposed.
Iran has gradually scaled back its commitments under the pact in retaliation to US’s withdrawal in 2018 and its reimposition of sanctions that have crippled the country's economy.
“I told you after US withdrawal that the E3 are just paying lip service, and telling lies,” he said.
"I said I don't trust them. Now you see they're just pawns of the US. They're trying to bring Iran to its knees. US, which was your master, failed to do so, let alone you tiny ones.”
Donald Trump responded on Twitter on Friday night, telling Khamenei to be “very careful with his words”.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Where to celebrate Chinese New Year 2020 – the best events in London, across the UK and beyond

Chinese New Year is almost with us again - but there is still enough time to plan a celebratory trip , even if you want to fly out to China itself .
How to do it ?
Read on ... Well , happy new year .
May your next 12 months be filled with health and happi… Hang on a second .
Haven ’ t we done this already ?
On January 1 ?
You know , New Year ’ s Day ?
You had a hangover , I was still angry about what you said to Simon at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still in tears , about your behaviour in the kitchen .
I know we said we 'd put it behind us , but we need to discuss this at some point , our therapist says .
Sorry , I got sidetracked there .
Anyway .
That was plain old New Year .
And now we 're talking about Chinese New Year , which , tied to the lunar cycle , flits and flickers around the calendar like the fantastical thing it is .
This year , it will be turning up on January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Year of the Rat - the first time since 2008 .
Better still , Chinese New Year is not a single day , but a season which lasts for more than two weeks – celebrations will run until February 8 .
How to take part ?
Perhaps via the parade and party that will take over central London on the afternoon of Sunday January 26 .

Chinese New Year is almost with us again - but there is still enough time to plan a celebratory trip, even if you want to fly out to China itself. How to do it? Read on...
1. The Rat's Back
Well, happy new year. May your next 12 months be filled with health and happi…
Hang on a second. Haven’t we done this already? On January 1? You know, New Year’s Day? You had a hangover, I was still angry about what you said to Simon at the party, and Sarah rang up, still in tears, about your behaviour in the kitchen. I know we said we'd put it behind us, but we need to discuss this at some point, our therapist says.
Sorry, I got sidetracked there. Anyway. That was plain old New Year. And now we're talking about Chinese New Year, which, tied to the lunar cycle, flits and flickers around the calendar like the fantastical thing it is. This year, it will be turning up on January 25, and will usher in the Year of the Rat - the first time since 2008.
Better still, Chinese New Year is not a single day, but a season which lasts for more than two weeks – celebrations will run until February 8. How to take part? Perhaps via the parade and party that will take over central London on the afternoon of Sunday January 26.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Merging DFID and the Foreign Office could prove a fatal distraction and reduce the UK's influence

Former trade secretary Liam Fox is right to say that the government should recalibrate and reinvigorate the UK ’ s global presence after we leave the EU at the end of this month .
But suggesting folding the Department of International Development ( DFID ) into the Foreign Office , as he and other politicians have urged , would be counterproductive and risks undermining these efforts .
Either scrapping DFID , or bringing it directly under the Foreign Office ’ s oversight , would weaken accountability , confuse operational decisions and distract the Foreign Secretary when their attention is urgently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again and avoid a course of action that could weaken our global influence .
The crisis between Iran and the United States creates myriad diplomatic challenges that will require the Foreign Office to negotiate safe passage through troubled waters .
This is on top of other issues they are already occupied with , foremost being Britain ’ s departure from the EU .
At the same time , there are other urgent priorities that will determine Britain ’ s relationship with the world around us – including climate change , increasingly complex security @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic disease and responding to humanitarian crises , which all demand yet more of the Government ’ s time and attention .

General The Lord Richards, Sir John Vereker and Michael Jay, Lord Jay of Ewelme

DFID is the envy of our competitors and has the capacity to go on changing the world for the better
Credit : Corporal Stephen Harvey /Army


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Bafta nominations 2020: #BaftasSoWhite outcry after all-white acting nominees, and Joker leads with

Bafta nominations 2020: #BaftasSoWhite outcry after all-white acting nominees, and Joker leads with 11 nods

All-American films Once Upon A Time ... in Hollywood , Joker and The Irishman have triumphed in this year 's Bafta nominations , amid criticism that the 2020 British film awards have ignored diversity .
Joker , directed by Todd Phillips , is the frontrunner with 11 nominations , with The Irishman and Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood both received 10 .
The most-nominated British film was Sam Mendes ' war epic 1917 , which received nine nominations , including nods for Best Film , Outstanding British Film and Director .
However , Bafta was swift to receive criticism @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leading Actor , Leading Actress , Supporting Actor , Supporting Actress ) acknowledged the efforts of people of colour .
Australian Margot Robbie was even nominated twice in the Supporting Actress category , for Bombshell , in which she plays Kayla Pospisil , and Once Upon A Time ... in Hollywood , in which she has a limited speaking role as the Sixties actress Sharon Tate .
On Twitter , the # BaftasSoWhite hashtag appeared as the nominations were being announced , with people pointing out the snubs suffered by actresses Jennifer Lopez @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , missed out for her critically acclaimed role in Hustlers , along with Awkwafina , the actress of Chinese heritage who picked up a Best Actress Golden Globe on Sunday , who was recognised in the publicly voted Rising Star category , and Lupita Nyong ' o , who starred in Us .

All-American films Once Upon A Time... in Hollywood, Joker and The Irishman have triumphed in this year's Bafta nominations, amid criticism that the 2020 British film awards have ignored diversity.
Joker, directed by Todd Phillips, is the frontrunner with 11 nominations, with The Irishman and Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood both received 10. The most-nominated British film was Sam Mendes' war epic 1917, which received nine nominations, including nods for Best Film, Outstanding British Film and Director.
However, Bafta was swift to receive criticism none of the four acting categories (Leading Actor, Leading Actress, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress) acknowledged the efforts of people of colour. Australian Margot Robbie was even nominated twice in the Supporting Actress category, for Bombshell, in which she plays Kayla Pospisil, and Once Upon A Time... in Hollywood, in which she has a limited speaking role as the Sixties actress Sharon Tate.
On Twitter, the #BaftasSoWhite hashtag appeared as the nominations were being announced, with people pointing out the snubs suffered by actresses Jennifer Lopez, who is of Puerto Rican heritage, missed out for her critically acclaimed role in Hustlers, along with Awkwafina, the actress of Chinese heritage who picked up a Best Actress Golden Globe on Sunday, who was recognised in the publicly voted Rising Star category, and Lupita Nyong'o, who starred in Us.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Hospital demanded fingerprints from doctors in the hunt for a whistleblower, as inquest hears that ‘

Hospital demanded fingerprints from doctors in the hunt for a whistleblower, as inquest hears that ‘things did go wrong’

A hospital demanded fingerprints from doctors in the hunt for a whistleblower who raised concerns over the death of a woman , as an inquest heard that ‘ things did go wrong ’ in her treatment .
Susan Warby , 57 , a former factory worker from Bury St Edmunds , died in August 2018 at Matt Hancock ’ s local hospital after complications following bowel surgery .
Her family received an anonymous letter in October 2018 which alleged errors in her surgery , the inquest into her death heard yesterday .
Her husband told Ipswich coroners court that his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ saline , when medical staff fitted a line into her artery during surgery .
At the request of the coroner , both the Suffolk Police and the NHS trust launched investigations into the source of the letter .
Bosses at West Suffolk NHS Trust came under scrutiny as they were found to have spent thousands of pounds on fingerprint and handwriting experts to find the whistleblower .
The trust spent £968 on a handwriting expert and £1,512 , according to information obtained by the Guardian .
The two-day inquest began yesterday at Ipswich @ @ @ @ @ @ @ explained what had happened in the run-up to the mother ’ s death from multi-organ failure .

A hospital demanded fingerprints from doctors in the hunt for a whistleblower who raised concerns over the death of a woman, as an inquest heard that ‘things did go wrong’ in her treatment.
Susan Warby, 57, a former factory worker from Bury St Edmunds, died in August 2018 at Matt Hancock’s local hospital after complications following bowel surgery.
Her family received an anonymous letter in October 2018 which alleged errors in her surgery, the inquest into her death heard yesterday.
Her husband told Ipswich coroners court that his wife was incorrectly given glucose instead of saline, when medical staff fitted a line into her artery during surgery.
At the request of the coroner, both the Suffolk Police and the NHS trust launched investigations into the source of the letter.
Bosses at West Suffolk NHS Trust came under scrutiny as they were found to have spent thousands of pounds on fingerprint and handwriting experts to find the whistleblower.
The trust spent £968 on a handwriting expert and £1,512, according to information obtained by the Guardian.
The two-day inquest began yesterday at Ipswich coroner’s court where medical staff explained what had happened in the run-up to the mother’s death from multi-organ failure.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Vincisgrassi (field mushroom and prosciutto lasagne) recipe

If you have a pasta machine it really is worth making your own pasta for this , but if not you can use the ready-made sheets for lasagne .
They will be a bit thicker than homemade .
Six to eight For the pasta , or use shop-bought lasagne sheets : • 400g field mushrooms ( swap in some porcini if you like ) , sliced • To make the pasta , combine the flour , eggs and salt in an electric stand mixer and pulse until the mixture collects together .
• Take it from the machine and knead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pasta takes on a shiny , waxy appearance .
• Wrap in cling film and leave in the fridge for at least 30 minutes .
• When the pasta has rested , cut off about a third of it .
Using a little flour to keep it from sticking , run this through the pasta machine , taking it from the widest setting down to the thinnest .
You will end up with a long narrow sheet .
• Cut this into smaller sheets to fit a 23 x 30cm gratin dish , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pasta dough , rolling and cutting .
You will need to make about five layers in the dish .
• Cook the fresh pasta sheets in boiling salted water for a couple of minutes then refresh in a bowl of cold water .
Transfer each refreshed sheet to dry on a tea towel , making sure they don ’ t overlap .
• If using dried lasagne sheets , cook them as per the packet instructions and lay them out to dry on a tea towel .
• To make the sauce , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until coloured then add a pinch of salt and continue to fry until the moisture has disappeared .
• Warm the cream in a pan until just below boiling point and add parmesan .
Stir until the sauce thickens , adding a couple of scrapes of nutmeg .
Add the mushrooms , truffle oil and parma ham to the sauce and simmer for two minutes .
• Check the seasoning and remove from the heat .
Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan/Gas 4 .
• To assemble , rub the gratin dish with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dish with a single layer of pasta sheets .
Spoon some mushroom sauce over the pasta , trying to include an even amount of mushroom and ham – just enough to cover it .
Grate a little parmesan over this and dot with butter .
• Cover with another layer of pasta ( don ’ t worry if the pasta hangs over the edge a bit ) , mushroom sauce , butter and parmesan and repeat three more times .
• Bake in the oven for 30-45 minutes .
The vincisgrassi is done @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Serve with a big green salad .

If you have a pasta machine it really is worth making your own pasta for this, but if not you can use the ready-made sheets for lasagne. They will be a bit thicker than homemade.
Prep time: 25 minutes, plus 30 minutes resting time | Cooking time: 50 minutes
SERVES
Six to eight
INGREDIENTS
For the pasta, or use shop-bought lasagne sheets:
300g type 00 pasta flour, plus extra for dusting
3 large eggs
1 tsp salt
For the sauce:
400g field mushrooms (swap in some porcini if you like), sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1.5 litres double cream
100g parmesan, freshly grated
Nutmeg to grate
1 tsp white truffle oil
300g parma ham, cut into thin strips
To assemble:
50g butter
100g parmesan
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Easy chicken schnitzel recipe

Easy chicken schnitzel recipe

The most important thing with this dish is to get very organised , with everything spread out in front of you , before you have to start dipping in the egg and getting messy .
Or , on the other hand , you could just launch yourself into the whole process and redecorate the kitchen .
• 180g breadcrumbs ( panko are good but home-made are also fine ) • 4 chicken breasts , deboned and butterflied so they are flat • Set up a production line from left to right , starting with the mustard and a brush with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flour and cayenne mixed together on a large plate .
Then have the beaten egg in a tray large enough to dip the chicken in it .
Lastly , have a tray or plate of the breadcrumbs .
• To make the schnitzel , first brush the meat pieces liberally with mustard .
Dip one in the flour and tap to remove any excess , and then dip in the egg to coat .
• Finally , dip the breast into the breadcrumbs so they adhere to the egg .
Set on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rest of the chicken breasts .
I like to put a tray on top of the breasts with a small weight on it , to secure the coating and create a professional finish .
Simply place cling film over the chicken and put a tray on top , weighted down with a plate or tin .
Leave for 30 minutes then remove the tray and cling film and leave the chicken in the fridge for another 30 minutes .
• Heat half the oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a time so as not to overcrowd the pan .
Fry the meat until golden brown ( about four to five minutes ) and then flip them over and cook to the same finish on the other side .
While they are cooking , I like to put a weight , such as a light saucepan , on them for half of the time so the breadcrumbs cook evenly .
• Remove the meat to a wire rack by the oven to rest and drain .
Repeat with the other two breasts .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the chicken to check it is cooked ( you can serve it the other side up ) .
• Serve the schnitzel with coleslaw or a green salad .

The most important thing with this dish is to get very organised, with everything spread out in front of you, before you have to start dipping in the egg and getting messy. Or, on the other hand, you could just launch yourself into the whole process and redecorate the kitchen.
Timings
Prep time: 10 minutes, plus 1 hour resting time
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Serves
Four
Ingredients
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp plain flour, seasoned
1 tsp cayenne pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
180g breadcrumbs (panko are good but home-made are also fine)
4 chicken breasts, deboned and butterflied so they are flat
4 tbsp olive oil
Coleslaw or a green salad, to serve
Method


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Facebook shelves plans to show ads in WhatsApp

Facebook has abandoned a project to introduce adverts into its WhatsApp messaging app after its plans caused the departure of the app ’ s founders .
The company has disbanded a team of employees who had been examining the best way to integrate ads into WhatsApp , the Wall Street Journal reported .
Initial work carried out to prepare Whatsapp for advertising has reportedly been deleted from the app ’ s code .
Facebook ’ s plans for advertising on WhatsApp are now limited to displaying ads in the status section of user profiles , rather than the more intrusive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bought WhatsApp for $ 19bn ( £14.5bn ) in 2014 , but relations between WhatsApp founders Jan Koum and Brian Acton and Facebook executives soured years later , with both leaving Facebook following a dispute with executives over Facebook ’ s desire to introduce advertising into the app .
Mr Acton claimed in an interview following his departure from Facebook that “ I sold my users ’ privacy to a larger benefit .
I made a choice and a compromise .
And I live with that every day.
” The executive previously urged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a 2018 tweet .
David Marcus , a Facebook executive , publicly disputed Mr Acton ’ s account of his arguments with Facebook , writing “ call me old fashioned , but I find attacking the people and company that made you a billionaire , and went to an unprecedented extent to shield and accommodate you for years , low-class .
It ’ s actually a whole new standard of low-class .
”

Facebook has abandoned a project to introduce adverts into its WhatsApp messaging app after its plans caused the departure of the app’s founders.
The company has disbanded a team of employees who had been examining the best way to integrate ads into WhatsApp, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Initial work carried out to prepare Whatsapp for advertising has reportedly been deleted from the app’s code.
Facebook’s plans for advertising on WhatsApp are now limited to displaying ads in the status section of user profiles, rather than the more intrusive ads which were initially planned.
Facebook bought WhatsApp for $19bn (£14.5bn) in 2014, but relations between WhatsApp founders Jan Koum and Brian Acton and Facebook executives soured years later, with both leaving Facebook following a dispute with executives over Facebook’s desire to introduce advertising into the app.
Mr Acton claimed in an interview following his departure from Facebook that “I sold my users’ privacy to a larger benefit. I made a choice and a compromise. And I live with that every day.”
The executive previously urged Twitter users to delete their Facebook accounts in a 2018 tweet.
David Marcus, a Facebook executive, publicly disputed Mr Acton’s account of his arguments with Facebook, writing “call me old fashioned, but I find attacking the people and company that made you a billionaire, and went to an unprecedented extent to shield and accommodate you for years, low-class. It’s actually a whole new standard of low-class.”


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Baked potato and cod 'fish pie' recipe

Baked potato and cod 'fish pie' recipe

Essentially a fish pie but served in the skin of a jacket potato , created by scooping out the flesh of the potato and incorporating it into the pie filling .
It meets the criteria for an outdoor meal – it can be eaten standing up , held in a napkin , and eaten with just a fork or spoon – but just as delicious devoured at the table .
• Rub the potatoes with a little oil and season the skins well .
Place on a baking sheet and bake for one and a quarter hours , or until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Remove from the oven and allow to cool .
• Meanwhile , in a large non-stick frying pan , melt the butter and sweat all the diced vegetables without colouring them , adding a pinch of salt during the cooking process .
• When the vegetables are soft , add the vermouth and boil until it has almost all evaporated .
• Add the crème fraîche and let it melt into the pan .
• When it is simmering , add the diced cod and prawns .
Stir them into the sauce @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remove from the heat .
• Cut the cooled potatoes in half lengthways and scoop out the flesh , reserving the intact skins .
• Stir the potato into the fish mixture and add a squeeze of lemon to taste , along with the chives .
Check the seasoning .
• Put the four empty potato halves on a baking sheet and fill them with the mixture .
Cover with some grated cheese and grill until the cheese melts .
Serve in a napkin with wooden forks .

Essentially a fish pie but served in the skin of a jacket potato, created by scooping out the flesh of the potato and incorporating it into the pie filling. It meets the criteria for an outdoor meal – it can be eaten standing up, held in a napkin, and eaten with just a fork or spoon – but just as delicious devoured at the table.
Prep time: 25 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour 40 minutes
SERVES
Four
INGREDIENTS
2 large white baking potatoes
Oil, for rubbing
50g unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 stick of celery, finely diced
½ bulb of fennel, finely diced
200ml vermouth
200ml crème fraîche
300g cod fillet, deskinned and diced
200g cooked prawns
Lemon juice to taste
A small bunch of chives, finely chopped
50g cheddar, grated
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Bombshell review: Nicole Kidman’s all-star Fox News harassment drama flirts with danger

Bombshell is a bright , watchable film on a subject that ought to make us squirm .
Sexism in the Fox newsroom was no one ’ s idea of a well-kept secret , but it didn ’ t become a burning issue until battle lines were drawn during the 2016 presidential election .
Not only did high-profile anchor Megyn Kelly take on Trump about his infamous rhetoric towards women , but she and several other employees came out of the woodwork to expose Roger Ailes , the Fox News CEO , for the sexual harassment in his office sanctum that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Like the downfalls of Harvey Weinstein and Bill Cosby , the toppling of Ailes was one of the key scalps that helped launch the # MeToo movement , and gained particular charge from happening at Fox , where a culture of male supremacy , fear and conservatism had always cocooned him .
Jay Roach ’ s film retells the saga from three points of view – that of Kelly ( an uncanny Charlize Theron ) , but also Gretchen Carlson ( Nicole Kidman ) , the first Fox employee to bring a lawsuit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ associate producer named Kayla Pospisil ( Margot Robbie ) , who ’ s a composite stand-in for several younger victims .

Dir: Jay Roach. Cast: Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie, John Lithgow, Kate McKinnon, Jennifer Morrison, Alice Eve, Tricia Helfer, Allison Janney, Connie Britton, Alanna Ubach, Malcolm McDowell, Richard Kind. 15 cert, 109 mins
Bombshell is a bright, watchable film on a subject that ought to make us squirm. Sexism in the Fox newsroom was no one’s idea of a well-kept secret, but it didn’t become a burning issue until battle lines were drawn during the 2016 presidential election.
Not only did high-profile anchor Megyn Kelly take on Trump about his infamous rhetoric towards women, but she and several other employees came out of the woodwork to expose Roger Ailes, the Fox News CEO, for the sexual harassment in his office sanctum that had made their lives a nightmare.
Like the downfalls of Harvey Weinstein and Bill Cosby, the toppling of Ailes was one of the key scalps that helped launch the #MeToo movement, and gained particular charge from happening at Fox, where a culture of male supremacy, fear and conservatism had always cocooned him.
Jay Roach’s film retells the saga from three points of view – that of Kelly (an uncanny Charlize Theron), but also Gretchen Carlson (Nicole Kidman), the first Fox employee to bring a lawsuit against Ailes, and finally a fictional associate producer named Kayla Pospisil (Margot Robbie), who’s a composite stand-in for several younger victims.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Harry Styles urged by fans to decline Super Bowl show in solidarity with black players

Supporters of Colin Kaepernick are calling on singer Harry Styles to pull out of his headline performance at the pre-Super Bowl Pepsi Zero Sugar party , which will take place on January 31 on Meridian Island in Miami , Florida , ahead of the Super Bowl on February 2 .
They want Styles to stand in solidarity with Kaepernick , a former NFL quarterback , who they say was blackballed from the NFL in 2016 for taking a knee during the national anthem to protest police brutality against minorities .
Pepsi also came under fire in 2017 , after an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - suggesting a can of Pepsi could smooth over race relations - was accused of racial insensitivity .
Kaepernick is now a free agent , since NFL teams refused to sign him .
“ I ’ m excited to be playing the Pepsi Super Bowl party this year .
I hear they ’ re amazing and I ’ m looking forward to it .
See you in Miami , ” said Styles , who has just released a number one album Fine Line .
However , the hashtag “ HarryBackOut ” was trending @ @ @ @ @ @ @ users pointed out that while Styles may be contractually obliged to continue with the performance , he could donate his fee to charity .

Supporters of Colin Kaepernick are calling on singer Harry Styles to pull out of his headline performance at the pre-Super Bowl Pepsi Zero Sugar party, which will take place on January 31 on Meridian Island in Miami, Florida, ahead of the Super Bowl on February 2.
They want Styles to stand in solidarity with Kaepernick, a former NFL quarterback, who they say was blackballed from the NFL in 2016 for taking a knee during the national anthem to protest police brutality against minorities. Pepsi also came under fire in 2017, after an advert borrowing imagery from Black Lives Matter - suggesting a can of Pepsi could smooth over race relations - was accused of racial insensitivity. Kaepernick is now a free agent, since NFL teams refused to sign him.
“I’m excited to be playing the Pepsi Super Bowl party this year. I hear they’re amazing and I’m looking forward to it. See you in Miami,” said Styles, who has just released a number one album Fine Line. However, the hashtag “HarryBackOut” was trending on Twitter last night.
Some Twitter users pointed out that while Styles may be contractually obliged to continue with the performance, he could donate his fee to charity.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Why Bournemouth's slight change in passing style has resulted in poor form and few goals

Eddie Howe ’ s Bournemouth have scored only 20 Premier League goals so far — 11 fewer than at the same stage last season — and are on a worrying run of results that has them sat 19th in the table ahead of Saturday ’ s game against Norwich .
So why are n't Bournemouth very good anymore ?
It ’ s not that the 4-4-2 Howe tends to employ suddenly doesn ’ t work , or that he ’ s getting anything tactically wrong , but the plummet in form for star players Callum Wilson and Ryan Fraser is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the centre backs , particularly Philip Billing .
Callum Wilson is not getting the service he needs Last season Wilson scored 14 goals in 30 games , or 0.47 goals per game , but so far this season has only scored five goals in 21 appearances , a drop to 0.25 goals per game .
It ’ s not that the striker is missing a glut of chances either - Wilson total of expected goals ( xG ) is 5.28 .
He is scoring more or less what should be expected of him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when his xG of 13.43 matched the 14 goals actually scored .
What will worry Howe most is that Bournemouth ’ s xG as a whole is down from 1.4 goals per game to 1.07 , suggesting that their major issue is in chance creation rather than finishing , something which makes sense when analysing Fraser ’ s creative output .

Eddie Howe’s Bournemouth have scored only 20 Premier League goals so far — 11 fewer than at the same stage last season — and are on a worrying run of results that has them sat 19th in the table ahead of Saturday’s game against Norwich. So why aren't Bournemouth very good anymore?
It’s not that the 4-4-2 Howe tends to employ suddenly doesn’t work, or that he’s getting anything tactically wrong, but the plummet in form for star players Callum Wilson and Ryan Fraser is directly linked to tactical changes by Howe and poor distribution in midfield, particularly by Philip Billing and Jefferson Lerma.
Callum Wilson is not getting the service he needs
Last season Wilson scored 14 goals in 30 games, or 0.47 goals per game, but so far this season has only scored five goals in 21 appearances, a drop to 0.25 goals per game.
It’s not that the striker is missing a glut of chances either - Wilson's total of expected goals (xG) is 5.28. He is scoring more or less what should be expected of him, just like he did last season when his xG of 13.43 matched the 14 goals actually scored.
What will worry Howe most is that Bournemouth’s xG as a whole is down from 1.4 goals per game to 1.07, suggesting that their major issue is in chance creation rather than finishing, something which makes sense when analysing Fraser’s creative output.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Harira Moroccan soup with roast tomatoes and squash recipe

It ’ s amazing how much flavour a little bit of lamb can give a soup like this , traditionally eaten in Morocco to break the Ramadan fast .
I ’ ve added extra vegetables to make sure it hits the five-a-day .
Four with salad ( or two hungry people ) • Heat a casserole dish and add the lamb ( it may be just one piece , which is fine ) and cook on a medium heat for five to 10 minutes on each side until well browned and the fat is running .
• Add the onions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pan and cook until soft .
Stir in the cinnamon and turmeric and cook for a minute .
Add one litre of water and the tinned tomatoes , and simmer for an hour until the lamb is very tender and falling off the bone .
Stir in the chickpeas .
• Meanwhile , toss the fresh tomatoes and squash in the oil , sprinkle with salt and spread ob a baking tray ( keep the tomatoes cut side up ) .
Bake for 20 minutes until the squash is browned .
• Add @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Season to taste and serve with coriander leaves .

It’s amazing how much flavour a little bit of lamb can give a soup like this, traditionally eaten in Morocco to break the Ramadan fast. I’ve added extra vegetables to make sure it hits the five-a-day.
Prep time: 5 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes
SERVES
Four with salad (or two hungry people)
INGREDIENTS
200g lamb neck on the bone
320g red onions, sliced
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground turmeric
200g tinned chopped tomatoes
320g cooked chickpeas
400g small tomatoes, halved
400g butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 tsp olive oil
A handful of coriander leaves
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Rapper Eminem refers to Manchester terrorist attack, calls for gun control in Hitchcock-inspired alb

Rapper Eminem refers to Manchester terrorist attack, calls for gun control in Hitchcock-inspired album

Album launches in the modern era are often months in the build-up , preceded by a string of press releases , interviews and social-media buzz .
Not for Eminem .
The 47-year old , Detroit-born rapper uploaded his 20-track album , Music To Be Murdered By , to Spotify and other streaming platforms late last night , and quietly announced it via Instagram and Twitter .
Several tracks call for tighter gun control laws in the USA .
In Unaccommodating , meanwhile , Eminem compares himself to Salman Ramadan Abedi , the suicide bomber who killed 22 people at Manchester @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2017 .
The album borrows its title from a 1958 record , Alfred Hitchcock Presents Music To Be Murdered By , a gothic instrumental arrangement from film composer Jeff Alexander , which featured the director Hitchcock on its cover and in narrative interludes .
Eminem pays homage to the cover with his own version , posing with an axe and pistol to either side of his head .
The 20-track album also features samples from Hitchcock ’ s original narration .
Eminem tweeted that the album was “ inspired by the master ” @

Album launches in the modern era are often months in the build-up, preceded by a string of press releases, interviews and social-media buzz.
Not for Eminem. The 47-year old, Detroit-born rapper uploaded his 20-track album, Music To Be Murdered By, to Spotify and other streaming platforms late last night, and quietly announced it via Instagram and Twitter.
Several tracks call for tighter gun control laws in the USA. In Unaccommodating, meanwhile, Eminem compares himself to Salman Ramadan Abedi, the suicide bomber who killed 22 people at Manchester Arena following an Ariana Grande concert in 2017.
The album borrows its title from a 1958 record, Alfred Hitchcock Presents Music To Be Murdered By, a gothic instrumental arrangement from film composer Jeff Alexander, which featured the director Hitchcock on its cover and in narrative interludes.
Eminem pays homage to the cover with his own version, posing with an axe and pistol to either side of his head. The 20-track album also features samples from Hitchcock’s original narration. Eminem tweeted that the album was “inspired by the master”.


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--Butternut waffles with bacon and tomatoes recipe

These are best eaten as soon as they are made but are also very good reheated in the toaster .
Sweet potato is a good alternative to the squash .
• Cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds .
Bake for about 45 minutes , until tender .
Leave to cool slightly then scoop out the flesh and purée in a food processor .
Rub through a sieve if it is very fibrous .
• Measure the purée : you should have about 300ml .
Any extra can be eaten as a side dish or added to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the day before .
• Sift together the flour , baking powder and bicarbonate of soda .
Mix in the squash purée , milk , maple syrup , a pinch of salt , grated nutmeg and melted butter ( this can be done an hour in advance ) .
• Meanwhile , fry the bacon in a dry pan until the fat runs .
Nestle the halved tomatoes amongst the rashers and cook until they start to caramelise .
• Serve the waffles with the bacon and tomatoes , plus more maple syrup @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you like .

These are best eaten as soon as they are made but are also very good reheated in the toaster. Sweet potato is a good alternative to the squash.
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 50 minutes
MAKES
12 waffles, to serve six
INGREDIENTS
1.2kg butternut or Crown Prince squash
275g plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp bicarbonate of soda
300ml milk
60ml maple syrup
About ¼ nutmeg, grated
3 tbsp melted butter
To serve
12 rashers of bacon
6 tomatoes
Maple syrup
Poached eggs (optional)
METHOD


thetelegraph--2020-01-17--The hottest new hotels in Cape Town

The hottest new hotels in Cape Town

Camps Bay ’ s glamorous beachfront hotel has gone next level , expanding to 38 rooms , with a new @ @ @ @ @ best sea view in the city , encompassing the palm-lined beach , Lion ’ s @ @ @ @ @ .
It ’ s glossy as ever , but the two new floors have added @ @ @ @ @ been Camp ’ s Bay ’ s funkiest boutique hotel .
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Camps Bay’s glamorous beachfront hotel has gone next level, expanding to 38 rooms, with a new rooftop pool-bar that offers the best sea view in the city, encompassing the palm-lined beach, Lion’s Head and looming Twelve Apostles. It’s glossy as ever, but the two new floors have added gravitas to what has always been Camp’s Bay’s funkiest boutique hotel. The update has been kept crisp and cool, the all-white interiors perfectly offset by the blue or green views framed through floor-to-ceiling windows. Guests enjoy easy access to six surrounding restaurants, all owned by the Kove Collection, and can put the bill on their room tab. With the beach-butler service, loungers, towels and water are all set up for you under the shade of an umbrella.