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Loving grandmother remembered in Cambridgeshire funeral notices this week

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Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk – the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory.

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Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here. Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling the team on 01482 908084.

Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

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Janice ABLETT

Passed away peacefully on Friday 6th March 2026 aged 74. Jan was a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to take place at Cambridge City Crematorium, West Chapel on Monday 30th March at 3:15pm. Bright colours are warmly welcomed. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the benefit of Cancer Research UK can be made at the service, via Janice’s In Memory Page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk or sent c/o 164 Histon Road Cambridge CB4 3JP 01223 791060

Raymond Victor (Ray) ANDREW

(Ray) Beloved husband to Helen, precious dad to Sarah, Katy and son-in-law Adam, treasured grandad to Lucie and Jamie, passed peacefully to rest at his home in Trumpington on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 aged 84 years. Ray will be greatly missed and remembered with eternal love. The funeral service celebrating Ray’s life will take place at St Mary and St Michael’s Church, Trumpington CB2 9LH on Tuesday 31st March 2026 at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please, but donations in memory of Ray may be made to Arthur Rank Hospice Charity at the service or online via Ray’s personal InMemory page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk or sent c/o 617 Newmarket Road Cambridge CB5 8PA 01223 415255

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Christopher BANDORSKI

of Papworth Everard passed away on Wednesday 18th February 2026 aged 58 years. A loving son of Joan and Mick, brother to Cheryl and Natalie and uncle to six. Funeral service to be held at 2:30pm, Histon Baptist Church on Tuesday 31st March 2026 followed by burial in the Histon and Impington Parish Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired made payable to the British Heart Foundation maybe left following the service or forwarded to Richard Stebbings Funeral Service Ltd, Kendal House, Cambridge Road, Impington, Cambridge CB24 9YS. Tel: 01223 232309.

Philomena Josephine BOLGER (Phyllis)

Peacefully in Addenbrookes Hospital on Thursday 5th March 2025, surrounded by her family, aged 87 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Jim, much loved mum of Eunan, Senan and Fiona, treasured nana of Joe, beloved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend, who will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Requiem Mass to be held at St. Laurence’s Church, Milton Road on Thursday 26th March at 1pm, followed by cremation. Family flowers only please, donations may be made at the service for Kidney Research. Enquiries c/o Weyman Funeral Service, 26, Abbey Walk, Cambridge CB1 2QJ

David John CHIVERS

Of Wisbech St Mary, MA PhD ScD Cambridge University Professor Emeritus in Primate Biology and Conservation & College Lecturer Emeritus in Veterinary Anatomy. Adored Husband of Christine, beloved Father of Katy, James, John, Joseph, Daniel & Rebecca, brother of Rina, Grandfather of Georgia, Toby, Oliver, Isabella & Emmeline, passed peacefully away at QEH King’s Lynn, Norfolk on Thursday 5th March 2026. FUNERAL at Selwyn College Chapel at 1p.m. on Monday 30th March – for family, friends & colleagues – followed by private interment at the Arbory Trust Woodland Cemetery, Barton. To honour David’s love of life please wear joyful clothing or Indonesian Batik shirts. MEMORIAL SERVICE during Summer date TBC. Family flowers only. Donations for Cancer Research UK to Peasgood & Skeates, 617 Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8PA.

Claudio FELLA

Passed away peacefully on Friday 6th March 2026, aged 77. Beloved husband of Manuella, much loved father of Marco and Valerio, and a proud Nonno to Luca. Dear brother of Teodoro, Rodolfo and his twin brother Roberto. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 31st March at 10:00am at Cam Valley Crematorium, Field Farm Drive, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden, CB10 1FE. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Arthur Rank Hospice via the service collection box.

Leslie FOX-TEECE

Of Cambridge. Passed away on Sunday 22nd February 2026 at home, aged 86 years. Dearly loved Uncle to Gary and Annie. Les shall be deeply missed by all. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 24th March 2026 at Cam Valley Crematorium at 1pm. Donations, if desired, to the benefit of Dementia UK may be made at the service or online via Les’ personal InMemory page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk All other enquiries to 617 Newmarket Road Cambridge CB5 8PA Tel: 01223 415255

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Jean GAZE (Simpkin)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean Gaze on 19th February 2026, age 85. A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. The funeral service will take place at the Small Chapel, Chanterlands Crematorium, Hull HU5 4EF, on Monday 23rd March at 2pm. All who knew Jean are welcome to attend. Donations, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support.

Roderic MARTIN

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Rod on Tuesday 11th February, at Duxford, aged 86. He will be forever missed by his loving family – Ben, Toby, Florence and Jessica, and his cherished grandchildren. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no service. Rest in peace, Dad.

Jilly Maynard J.P. MAYNARD

of Great Abington died peacefully on Monday 23rd February 2026, aged 85 years. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service at St Mary’s Church, Little Abington on Tuesday 24th March at 12.30pm followed by interment. If wished, flowers may be sent c/o H. J . Paintin Ltd, 43 High Street, Linton, Cambridge, CB21 4HS

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Sheila Margaret MILLER

Died peacefully at Arthur Rank Hospice on 7th March 2026, aged 91 years. Devoted wife of her late husband John. Much-loved mother to Tracey and Lynn and their husbands Rollo and Joff. Beloved grandmother to Gemma and Mark, and great-grandmother to Grace, Lily, Archie, Lola and Nora. Sheila will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Sheila’s funeral service will be held at Cam Valley Crematorium, Great Chesterford, on Monday 23rd March 2026 at 12pm. Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, in memory of Sheila to Arthur Rank Hospice may be made online at https://www.arhc.org.uk/donate/ or on the day or sent c/o Funeral Directors, Woodland Wishes, 4 High Street, Fulbourn, Cambridge, CB21 5DH.

Dorothy TRAVERS

Sadly passed away on 7th March 2026 aged 94 years. Wife of the late Andrew, mother to Duncan, Fiona and Bruce, granny and great granny. Funeral service to take place at All Saints Church, Haslingfield on Tuesday 31st March at 10:30am followed by a burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations will be gratefully received for the British Heart Foundation or Dementia Research UK and can be made by visiting Dorothy’s in memory page at www.peasgoodandskeates.co.uk or sent to Peasgood and Skeates 45 Moorfield Road, Duxford CB22 4PP

In Memoriams

Hilda BROWN

Mum, You were such a special Mum in whom I always could confide; Always wise and caring always on my side. We shared so much happiness in times of yesterday; And to say how much I miss you I could never find a way. Memories will never fade, Mum. Loving Daughter Janet & and the late Mick

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Hilda BROWN

Nan In loving memory of our little Nan. Of all the special gifts in life however great or small; To have you as our Nan was the greatest gift of all. Love Grandchildren Stephen, Andrew and the late Kevin xxx

Hilda Annie Brown IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Also Paul, Roberta and our Maggie. It breaks our hearts to have to write these words, a Mother who was so loving and caring, who left a void that can never be filled. A Mother, Brother, Sister and Partner so sadly missed. The memories you left behind will stay in our hearts forever. You are all missed beyond measure. God bless you all. The Brown Family xxx

To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost.

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Wooden platform found hidden under Neolithic artificial island in loch

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Dr Blankshein said: “Through excavating and through the photogrammetry work that we did, we were able to build a picture of this coherent timber structure, not just bits of wood supporting a stone mound with a kind of timber platform underneath, but actually, the timber itself was the basis of the structure.

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Cambridge suburb that ‘looks amazing’ but has ‘discord beneath the surface’

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Cambridgeshire Police said the force is aware of antisocial behaviour and is working alongside partners to tackle it

Residents have raised concerns about antisocial behaviour in a Cambridge suburb. Some locals have said they would highly recommend Trumpington as a place to live and that it is the ideal location for families.

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However, some told CambridgeshireLive that “everything [in Trumpington] looks amazing” but that there are problems with antisocial behaviour.

Elif Gueu, 51, has lived in Trumpington for three years. She said she likes Trumpington because it is a “very multicultural place” where it is “peaceful” and people “respect each other”. She likes that she is not far from Cambridge city centre, but she does have some concerns about the area.

She said: “Sometimes there are some shouts and fights. There are some issues around here.” In one incident, in the last year, she said she was “shocked” because she said she saw “someone chained by police”.

A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Police said: “Members of our Neighbourhood Policing Team are aware and are working with partners, including residents associations, housing associations and councils to tackle ASB.”

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Another lady, who wished to remain anonymous, said Trumpington is “very nice on the exterior” but “there is a lot of social discord beneath the surface and a lot of anti-social behaviour”. The resident of 10 years added: “A lot of the time you have got people doing things they shouldn’t be doing.”

She said that over time, Trumpington has seen some “violent incidents”, including a fire and vandalism. The lady said that “on the surface, everything looks amazing but you just have some problems from time to time.”

The spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Police continued: “We would encourage anyone who experiences anti-social behaviour where they live to report this to us, so we are able to build up an accurate picture of what is happening in an area and act accordingly.”

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On the other hand, others have said that they have not experienced this and that it is actually the ‘best place for for families to live in. Raneem Almutairi, 32, has lived in Trumpington for around eight months.

She said she thinks it is the “best area for families to live in Cambridge”. Raneem said she has heard of the concerns but she “feels safe”. “I haven’t seen anything or experienced anything myself”, she added.

Information about antisocial behaviour can be found on Cambridgeshire Police’s website, where it can also be reported.

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The plants and animals David Attenborough has lent his name to

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– The Attenborough’s hawkweed or Hieracium attenboroughianum – the wildflower became the first living species in the UK and Ireland to be named after him. It was discovered more than 10 years ago in the Brecon Beacons but it took a decade for scientists to establish whether or not it was actually new.

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Welsh gardeners urged to do 3 key lawn tasks for lush green grass this summer

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A gardening expert known shared his popular three-step method for reviving a tired lawn this summer

The condition of your lawn can make or break the overall look of your garden. As temperatures climb and rainfall becomes scarce throughout the summer months, grass can deteriorate far more rapidly than many homeowners realise.

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To help keep your lawn looking lush throughout the season, gardening expert and TikTok creator Ish has shared his straightforward three-step approach to maintaining verdant grass for months on end. In a recent video, he said: “If you want a perfect lawn like I’ve got here, well, I’ll show you just how easy it is in three steps.”

Ish wrote in the video’s caption: “Today’s gardening tips will show you my tried and tested method to reviving an old, tired lawn by introducing air into the soil, seeding and feeding it. Your grass has never looked better.”

Breathing new life into a neglected and worn lawn needn’t be an overwhelming task. Ish’s technique, in fact, breaks it down into just three straightforward steps.

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The first step involves preparing the lawn to ensure the grass is in good health and clearing away any moss, reports the Mirror. Ish advised using a lawn tonic or iron sulphate dissolved in water and applied via a watering can, spreading the mixture evenly across the grass before leaving it to absorb over several days.

This process causes the moss to “turn to crisp”, at which point you can begin scarifying the lawn. To prepare the ground, an aerator, scarifier, garden fork, or hand rake can all be used to puncture the soil, allowing water to drain through more effectively.

Scarifying is a lawn maintenance technique that involves using mechanical blades or tines to cut through and extract a thick layer of thatch – comprising dead grass, roots and organic debris – from your lawn.

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By thinning out and clearing away this material, the overall condition of your lawn is significantly enhanced, promoting improved air circulation, water penetration and nutrient uptake while removing competing matter within the soil.

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Ish said: “Once you’ve successfully butchered your lawn, you can now focus on over-seeding, especially where there are bald patches where the weeds and moss were. And did you know you could get special lawn seed for shady parts of your garden? Now you do.

“Leave the lawn to grow and in about four to six weeks, making sure you keep it fairly hydrated, and then after that, you want to introduce a good feed. Do this every couple months or so and your lawn will absolutely thrive.

“And if you’re feeling particularly lazy, do this in the rain. You don’t have to water it in then.”

B&Q recommends giving your lawn a thorough watering to help the soil retain moisture. The retailer also suggests that the optimal time to aerate your lawn is a day or two following rainfall, while the soil remains damp.

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That said, it’s advisable to steer clear of aerating lawns after “extremely” heavy downpours, as the ground may become saturated. Following scarification and aeration, you can apply generous amounts of autumn grass seed, which contains higher levels of phosphorus.

This feed prioritises root development, in contrast to feeds with higher nitrogen content, which concentrate on encouraging grass growth. After completing these three steps, Ish assured viewers they can enjoy their lawn “all summer long”.

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Hollywood’s Rowan Atkinson ‘born’ in Northumberland cottage

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The luxury Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel, set on 20 acres of countryside near Allensford, has several cottages on its expansive land.

The popular hotel claimed that the actor and comedian, Rowan Atkinson, was born in one of the cottages on site.

The Derwent Manor Hotel (Image: Tripadvisor)

Hollywood’s Rowan Atkinson is best known for his title roles in the sitcoms Mr Bean and Blackadder, along with his performance in the spy action film Johnny English.

“Did you know Rowan Atkinson – aka Mr Bean – was born in our very own Rowan Cottage… and that’s exactly how it got its name?

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“Rowan Cottage is a beautiful three-bedroom retreat, complete with a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and a cosy lounge.

“Step outside and you’ll find a stunning garden with a hot tub, overlooking the valley and the breathtaking Hownsgill Viaduct.”

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The recently refurbished Derwent Manor also hosts weddings and events.

Rowan Atkinson is best known for roles in Mr Bean, Blackadder and Johnny English (Image: Matt Crossick/PA Media Assignments)

One Tripadvisor review said: “After booking our wedding here a few weeks ago we thought we would head up for an overnight stay and to try out the food.

“Amazing stay in one of the hideaway rooms. Beds and pillows are so comfy! Lovely chill vibes in the bar area and the staff are very welcoming and friendly.”

The Derwent Manor, Allensford (Image: Tripadvisor)

Another added they enjoyed a ‘wonderful experience’ at the hotel, celebrating their 21st wedding anniversary.

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“We’re both very grateful for our room upgrade, which was a lovely surprise, the entire stay was fantastic as it always has been, food delicious and beautifully kept grounds and luxurious interior and rooms.”

“This is our third visit to the hotel, it is so nice,” a satisfied customer said. “The staff on reception and the staff in Prego restaurant are so pleasant and helpful. The grounds are so peaceful as you’re away from the main road and the views are lovely.”

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Jamie Carragher names the two favourites to win the Premier League next season | Football

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Jamie Carragher before Liverpool’s defeat to Manchester United (Picture: Getty)

Jamie Carragher named the two favourites to win the Premier League title next season after defending champions Liverpool were beaten by Manchester United.

Liverpool’s dismal season suffered another blow on Sunday as Arne Slot’s side lost 3-2 to arch-rivals United at Old Trafford.

The Reds battled back from 2-0 down to level the match through Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo before Kobbie Mainoo scored a 77th-minute winner for Manchester United.

United’s victory confirmed their place in next season’s Champions League and all-but secured them third-place in the Premier League with a six-point lead over fourth-placed Liverpool with three games remaining.

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Speaking after the game, Old Trafford legend Gary Neville suggested Manchester United were not far away from challenging for the Premier League title and said it was ‘up for grabs over the next one or two years’.

But Carragher dismissed United’s title credentials and also ruled Liverpool out of winning the Premier League next season, claiming there will be another title race between current contenders Arsenal and Manchester City.

Asked if Liverpool or Manchester United are in a better position to win the Premier League next year, Carragher said on The Gary Neville podcast: ‘I still think Liverpool are better-placed and the reason I say that is we’ve seen Man United’s best team out there today.

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Michael Carrick after Man Utd beat Liverpool (Picture: Getty)

‘Liverpool are three of four short there. They also have the players who have won before in terms of the biggest trophies.

‘I don’t think either of them will be there in terms of the title next season. I still think it will be Arsenal or Manchester City.

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‘There’s a false economy with Manchester United when they haven’t played any European football and they went out in the first round of both cup competitions.

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Arne Slot’s Liverpool have endured a shocking season (Picture: Getty)

‘Now that can fool you. Man United will finish third this season but I don’t think for a minute believe they’re the third-best team in the Premier League.

‘I still think Liverpool are in a better position in terms of the squad when the injured players get back and having those players that have won trophies before.’

Addressing the same talking point, Neville said: ‘There’s a couple of real unknowns. The managers and which club is going to recruit the best this summer.

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Arsenal and Man City are battling for the title (Picture: Getty)

‘Both are going to sign three or four. But how much money do the clubs have to spend money on recruitment?

‘I do think the league could be up for grabs over the next couple of years and I think Manchester United could be in a position to exploit that.

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‘At some point, Pep [Guardiola] has to leave. And I don’t think the other big clubs aren’t quite right. There is a league title up to grabs over the next one to two years.’

Manchester United return to Premier League action next weekend against Sunderland, while Liverpool face Chelsea at Anfield.

Title rivals Arsenal and Manchester City can barely be separated going into the final few weeks of the Premier League season.

Mikel Arteta’s Gunners beat Fulham 3-0 on Saturday to move six points clear but Man City now have two games in hand, the first against Everton on Monday night.

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Arsenal are bidding to win their first Premier League since 2004, while Manchester City have won six titles in the last eight years.

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Woman’s ‘genius’ tips to double hand luggage and avoid baggage fees on plane

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A woman has shared her top tips for travelling with only hand luggage, including a ‘genius’ carry-on hack to help you avoid paying extra baggage fees at the airport

A savvy traveller has been praised for revealing her ‘genius’ method to maximise hand luggage capacity while sidestepping additional charges when flying.

The globetrotter, posting as @lifeofjazz_ on social media, has shared her clever technique for travelling exclusively with cabin baggage to dodge the need for checked luggage at the airport. Initially, she makes certain her case complies with dimensional specifications and weight restrictions to prevent any complications during check-in. But she added: “I have a few tricks that I do when travelling with only hand luggage.

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“Number one, I put a bag inside a bag. You see this bag [referencing her video], there’s another bag inside of it. I usually go to Boots or Duty Free, and get a bag because they are not allowed to touch anything inside something you’ve bought already within the airport.

“I have a crossbody bag, obviously that’s fine, it’s tiny. Then I have my small suitcase, make sure you roll everything within your suitcase so it can fit.”

Additionally, she suggests getting on the aircraft promptly to secure space in an overhead locker instead of attempting to cram it beneath your seat.

Commenting on her post, one user said: “I do the duty thing too. Get a cheeky meal deal from Boots and ask for the biggest bag.”

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Another user added: “People also don’t realise you don’t need to use those plastic bags for toiletries, you can use your own see through makeup bag, doesn’t matter how big.”

A third user revealed: “But nowadays you can even bring a cabin wheeled bag, just a rucksack. I do the duty free bag but Ryanair told me they have limitations on duty.”

Another traveller suggested: “I always bring a pillow case put some clothes in.”

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This comes as fellow passengers revealed their top tips for enhancing the airport journey, with one stating: “You can’t bring a full water bottle through airport security, but you can bring an empty one.”

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They continued: “Most airports have water bottle fillers installed at drinking fountains after security. Beats paying six dollars for bottled water.”

Building on this advice, another passenger suggested making security screening quicker by taking off bottle caps, demonstrating to officers that containers are genuinely empty.

Someone else offered an alternative approach: “You can bring ice in a bottle though as long as it’s not melted. I like to do that and then fill it up inside the airport. I love ice water.”

One savvy flyer recommended bypassing the first water refill point beyond security – typically congested with queues – and heading to the next available fountain for a swifter top-up.

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Another traveller shared a health-focused suggestion for extended journeys, noting: “For personal comfort, I find compression socks to really help during longer flights/trips.

“I also carry an empty water bottle through security, then refill it before boarding in order to have plenty of water for the flight.

“I carry a light sweater or thin-down vest in my bag (too many cold flights). Noise-cancelling headphones. I also carry a small external battery pack.

“Always plan for the worst (long lines, delays) allow plenty of time and arrive early.”

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Wu Yize ‘frightening’ against Shaun Murphy in World Snooker Championship final

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Shaun Murphy is facing a serious test in the shape of Wu Yize (Picture: Getty Images)

Wu Yize played some spectacular snooker on Sunday night and leads Shaun Murphy 10-7 after two sessions of the World Snooker Championship final.

The pair were level at 4-4 after the opening session, with both showing signs of nerves, but both were more settled in the evening.

The 22-year-old in his first final made a blistering start at night, knocking in breaks of 82 and 103 to stride into a lead.

Murphy wasn’t doing much wrong and took the next with a 72, but Wu claimed the next two, including an 89 to look in good nick at 8-5 ahead.

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It was pretty relentless attacking snooker from both, with Murphy feeling forced into the odd safety, while Wu took on near enough everything.

The Magician made 70 to take the 14th, before Wu responded with a 66 as the fans in Sheffield continued to be treated to brilliant scoring.

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While Murphy was not poor by any stretch, it felt like he was hanging on to Wu, but it looked like he might escape with just a one-frame deficit when he took the 16th and got in the balls in the 17th.

He was a touch unlucky to land awkward and played, what looked like, a perfectly good safety, but Wu sank an immense long red and knocked in 91 to finish the day 10-7 up.

Seven-time champion Stephen Hendry was loving the performance of the thrilling Chinese star from the BBC studio.

‘What a player. He’s just brilliant. He plays the game properly and goes for the shots,’ said the Scot.

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Stephen Hendry is hugely impressed by Wu Yize (Picture: Getty Images)

‘He’s obviously at a stage of his career when he’s not had many scars and he’s not thinking about the consequences of missing. He’s just having fun.

‘The important thing is when he’s playing shots, he’s fully committing to them. There are no thoughts of bailing out at any stage.’

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He added: ‘He’s having fun out there and that’s the worst kind of opponent you can have, someone who looks as though they’re enjoying themself.’

Six-time champion Steve Davis said Wu is ‘scaring the life out of everyone he plays’ after wins over Lei Peifan, Mark Selby, Hossein Vafaei and Mark Allen.

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Wu Yize is looking very strong in his first Crucible final (Picture: Getty Images)

Hendry said Wu is at the forefront of ‘frightening’ snooker talent from China now at, or rising to, the top of the game.

‘The talent coming through from China is quite frightening,’ he said. ‘[Zhao] Xintong last year, Wu Yize now, a guy called Chang Bingyu who beat Shaun this year with 100 per cent pot success. The young talent is frightening.’

There is a long way to go in the race to 18 frames, which comes to an end on Monday, but Murphy has work to do to keep up with the Chinese phenom.

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Magic moments: Some of Sir David Attenborough’s memorable career highlights

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– The debut episode of Dynasties – which focused on the chimpanzee – became the most popular programme of the month when it aired in November 2018. The series, narrated by Sir David, also documented the struggles of baby penguins fighting to avoid an icy death, with the BBC camera crew intervening and coming to the rescue of the stricken birds, breaking a long-held stance of wildlife filming not to get involved.

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“For the good of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have told these Countries that we will guide their Ships safely out of these restricted Waterways, so that they can freely and ably get on with their business,” he said in a post on social media without specifying which countries.

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