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RUPERT EVERETT on the pitfalls – and pratfalls – of life when your fame is on the wane

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Twenty years ago, Rupert Everett — now 61 — was a hot Hollywood star, after landing leading roles opposite Madonna and Julia Roberts.  But then the phone stopped ringing, and even minor parts in the movies eluded him, as he reveals in this second extract from his caustic new memoir…  Julie Andrews once bleakly remarked … Read more

‘It’s a real pain’: EastEnders’ Adam Woodyatt reveals the pitfalls of shooting during the pandemic

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The coronavirus pandemic has affected all walks of life, including those of actors.  And EastEnders star Adam Woodyatt has revealed the pitfalls of filming with Perspex screens on set. According to the man behind Walford’s Ian Beale, 52, it has not been plain sailing as they resume filming. Back on: Adam Woodyatt who plays Ian … Read more

HARRY WALLOP examines the potential pitfalls of the latest travel fad 

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The SWIND EB-01 is one of the most powerful electric bikes on the planet, with top speeds of more than 60mph. Indeed, it’s got so much va-va-voom that it wouldn’t be allowed on British roads, where the top legal speed for e-bikes is a stately 15.5mph. But this does go some way towards explaining how Simon … Read more

What type of shopper are YOU? Stylist reveals how to avoid common shopping pitfalls

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What type of shopper are YOU? Stylist reveals how being a ‘social or therapy bargain hunter’ could result in ‘unhealthy patterns and mistakes’ – and how to avoid the traps Susie Hasler, who runs Styled By Susie, revealed which type of shopper you are Revealed pitfalls of each  style from the bargain hunter to the … Read more

Pension withdrawals soar at start of tax year: Avoid these five pitfalls

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Many older people need to draw an income from their pension investments to cover everyday bills, notwithstanding the recent market falls. Tom Selby, a senior analyst at financial services firm AJ Bell, explains how first-timers and experienced investors can avoid unnecessary losses and big tax bills. Pension freedom: Beware making big income withdrawals from investments … Read more

Scientists discover that ants use their memory to help them avoid pitfalls the second time around

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Ants can’t be fooled: Scientists discover the insects use their memory to help them avoid traps and predators the second time around Ants usually find their way back to their nests by following trails of pheromones Researchers tested how the insects would react when a pit was dug in the trail They found the ants fell … Read more

Is swapping your home ever a good idea – and what are the pitfalls? The This is Money podcast

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Upsize, downsize: Would swapping your home be a good idea – and what are the pitfalls? The This is Money podcast By This Is Money Published: 15:46 BST, 14 June 2019 | Updated: 11:24 BST, 17 June 2019 Much is made of the difficulties faced by first-time buyers to get onto the property ladder, but … Read more