Mountaineer denies ignoring dying porter on K2 record-breaking climb
A record-breaking Norwegian climber has hit out at what she calls "misinformation and hatred" surrounding claims she and her team climbed over a dying porter on K2 to summit the deadly peak.
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A Guide to Argentina’s Many Exchange Rates
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2023-08-11 23:25
DiCaprio-Backed Film Says Key Beef Supplier to the US Has a Dirty Secret
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2023-08-11 21:15
Rare Turkish Surplus in Current Account Spells Relief But No Fix
Turkey’s current account moved into surplus for the first time in nearly two years, as a boom in
2023-08-11 17:54
Mushrooms are being farmed in Abu Dhabi's desert
Mushrooms usually sprout from dark, damp forest floor or bloom on fallen tree branches. But now, a startup in Abu Dhabi called Below Farm is growing them in the desert.
2023-08-11 09:50
7 Facts About Polka Dots
The pattern is named after the European dance craze, but what exactly the dots have to do with polka is a bit of a mystery.
2023-08-11 05:15
Breakfast for 40 cents: what China's deflation looks like
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Casino Giant Wynn Expects to Get Gaming License in UAE Soon
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2023-08-10 16:22
11 ways to max up your monochrome scheme
When it comes to duality in design, there isn’t a black or white answer as to why a monochrome scheme works so well in the world of interiors – it just does. The foundation for a minimalist style, there’s a sense of simplicity if you favour subtlety over drama, especially with varying tones of grey – or you can go bold with a stark black and white statement-making contrast. Either way, it’s no surprise this timeless classic is easy to update with modish pieces and decorative accessories. Here’s how to strike the right balance for visual impact… 1. George Cream & Black Spot Decal Mug – Set of 4, £10, Direct.asda Spot the difference… whether it’s an Americano or cortado, your favourite coffee will taste that much better in one of these striking mugs. 2. Spode Zoological Gardens Set of Pasta Bowls, £52.70, (was £62), Spode These pasta bowls are tailor-made for spaghetti al nero di seppia (spaghetti with squid ink) – and thrill of exotic wild animals on the dinner party guest list. 3. Small Donut Lamps, £10 each, B&M in-store If you’re bookending a bureau or sofa with side tables, these donut lamps lend interest with their curvaceous shape – and you can always style the white on one side and black on the other. 4. Palm Leaf Print, Black & White Palm Tree Photograph, from £49; Monochrome Coast, Black & White Beach Painting, from £59; Land Rover Defender Beach at Dawn, Black & White Photography, from £49; Surfer, Black & White Photography, from £49; Vintage Star Shell, Black & White, Shell Art Print, from £59; Framed, Beach House Art Graphic art prints are super effective when it comes to creating a chic monochromatic aesthetic – especially if you group them in different shapes and sizes. After all, there’s a reason why photographers still shoot in black and white; somehow everything looks more striking – and graphic. 5. Concrete & Wax Candles, from left: Large Candle and Holder Set, Grey, £55, Slim Candle and Holder Set, White, £38, Mid Candle and Holder Set, Black, £45, Concrete & Wax These cool candles come with a concrete holder for a fluid line and look great grouped together. Available in Lime, Basil & Mandarin, Tobacco & Oak, Sandalwood & Black Pepper Amber Noir, Curious Rose, and Cherished Leather, we’d love to add all these fragrances to our scented stash. 6. Moxie Abstract Face Art Wallpaper Mural, £25.95 per square metre, WallpaperMural When you want to beautify your living space, this face line art print solves the decorating dilemma of how to create a wonder wall tailored to your exact spec. Made to order, you can always start with one panel and then really go to town when you realise your monochromatic muse is a huge hit. 7. Borneo Black Wicker Chair with Boucle Latte Cushion, £224.99 (was £299.99), Desser No monochrome scheme is complete without an accent chair, especially when you want to add interest with wicker, texture and timber. With sweeping arms, cane panel, deep seat and black finish, this piece will add visual interest and dimension to a neutral scheme. 8. Memphis – White Sideboard, 90cm, £99, Out & Out Original More than a decorative afterthought, cue this modish cabinet with storage room for all your dinnerware, table-scaping props and stemware. With a melamine coating for a glossy effect and metal feet, it’s contemporary and chic. 9. ‘La Femme’ Screen Printed Cushion – Black, £59, Bon Bon Fistral When it comes to soft furnishings, a statement scatter cushion with a sophisticated silhouette will enhance a plain sofa or armchair – and make it look and feel more luxe. 10. Monochrome Bud Vase Trio, £13.99, The Wisteria Tree While the beauty of monochrome is all about styling your décor around a palette of black and white, every canvas needs a little colour… namely greenery. These bud vases are perfect for freshly cut foliage, olive stems and eucalyptus. 11. Charcoal Grey Bedtime Bundle, Duvet Cover, Sheets and Pillowcases, from £177, (was £263), Piglet in Bed If you’re updating your bedding, grey is the go-between for light and dark – and an instant refresh layered with white; plus a few lush ferns to help filter toxins. This charcoal grey set is made from stonewashed French linen with natural breathability and pre-washed for softness. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live How to get the ‘quiet luxury’ look on the high street 6 survival tips for parents of live-at-home university students What is TikTok’s ‘soft life era’ and could it be the secret to happiness?
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Is Your YouTube Homepage Blank? Here's Why
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Sixto Rodriguez, subject of Oscar-winning doc 'Searching for Sugar Man,' dead at 81
Detroit musician Sixto Rodriguez, the subject of the documentary "'Searching for Sugar Man" -- which won the 2013 best documentary Academy Award -- has died, according to an announcement on his official website.
2023-08-09 23:57
Rising prices for travel yet to curb wanderlust
By Joanna Plucinska, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Doyinsola Oladipo and Priyamvada C LONDON/CHICAGO/NEW YORK (Reuters) -The post-pandemic travel boom and the
2023-08-09 22:51