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TECH TALK: Moshi Captus Rolltop Backpack

Rolltop backpacks are all the rage, a modern take on a tried-and-tested formula in a kind of 'why didn't someone think of that before' fashion.

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House prices fell in Nottinghamshire last month

House prices suffer a slight dip in Nottinghamshire

House prices in Nottinghamshire declined slightly, by 0.9 per cent, in March, despite witnessing a one per cent rise overall in the last 12 months.

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TECH TALK: Mixcder E9 active noise cancelling headphones

If you’re looking for headphones that provide the convenience of Bluetooth and ANC for an affordable price then take a look at the Mixcder E9. Robust, light and travel-friendly, the E9 brings great design to the table and delivers superior noise-cancelling performance and audio quality - all for less than £60.

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These impressive mazes provide the perfect challenge

7 of the most impressive garden mazes to get lost in around the UK

The UK is full of beautiful places to explore outdoors, but if you are keen to take on an adventure a little more out of the ordinary, these impressive mazes provide the perfect challenge.

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Nine properties in and near to Worksop for sale right now for £60,000 or less

If you're looking to get on the property ladder, but can't spend the earth, then these homes might be just what you're looking for.

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Picking daffodils and bluebells could land you with a hefty fine of up to £5,000 and possibly prison.

They might be iconic at this time of year, but if you pick daffodils of bluebells from spots such as public parks this spring you could actually face imprisonment or an eye-watering £5,000 fine.

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With the holiday season looming, here's your guide to avoiding tipping mistakes while living it up in these 19 countries

Knowing the rules surrounding tipping is a real minefield when on holiday.....should we give 10%, would a big tip offend? Here's a quick guide for destinations around the globe.

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Try one of the many cycle trails on offer. The Dukeries Trail, running through the former ducal estates of Clumber, Welbeck and Thoresby, offers 32 miles of paths. Meanwhile, at Sherwood Pines, cycling is one of the most popular activities.

Top 10 things to do in Nottinghamshire this half term

Looking for things to keep the kids occupied during the holidays?

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EE customers are reporting problems sending texts and making calls

EE network down as users left unable to make or receive calls

Mobile phone users have been left struggling to make calls with widespread reports of outages on EE network.

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More buried treasure troves were found in Nottinghamshire last year than the year before

Buried treasure finds almost doubled in Nottinghamshire last year

Fortune hunters discovered 13 buried treasure troves in Nottinghamshire in 2018, new figures reveal.

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Countries around the world all have their own unique customs

The bizarre local laws you need to know when travelling to these 14 countries

Countries around the world all have their own unique customs, with many having strict laws in place for travellers' safety.

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TECH TALK: EOZ Air Premium True Wireless Earphones

These Bluetooth earphones exude class and style from the moment you open the box.

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Pick of the pizza restaurants in Nottinghamshire

Big and fluffy, thin and crispy - nothing satisfies the hunger pangs like a doughy pizza laden with tomato sauce, cheese, vegetables and meat.

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TECH TALK: AKASO EK7000 Pro 4K Camera

Sport has always been a great passion of mine.

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TECH TALK: Rock Jaw T5 Ultra Connect Wireless earphones

NOT always the case, but opening an exquisite packaging box oozing quality with its contents and layout is always a good sign when reviewing a set of earphones.

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Superb family home

Situated in a premier residential area to the south of the town, this is a most impressive, large five-bedroom – two with en-suites – detached family home fitted and decorated to an excellent standard.

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How many of these outdoor games do you remember?

The 10 best outdoor games kids today have probably never heard of

With today's technology-led culture, playing outdoors can often seem like a thing of the past.

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Buying off plan could help you get on the property ladder.

Homebuyers advised to get off plan to get on the property ladder

Nottinghamshire homebuyers looking to purchase a new property should consider buying off plan, as leading developer Barratt Homes has revealed the benefits of using this method for a range of buyers.

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Virgin Media is currently suffering a major outage. Photo - ANDREW COWIE/AFP/Getty Images

Thousands of customers affected by Virgin Media outage

Thousands of Virgin Media customers are currently being affected by a major outage - leaving them unable to make calls or get online.

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Lack of legal aid could vulnerable households, lawyers have warned.

Lawyers warn lack of housing legal aid services leaves vulnerable households under threat

Low-income households in Bassetlaw could struggle when facing rogue landlords or homelessness due to a lack of state-funded legal aid, new research reveals.

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