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Five ways university students can try to avoid catching Coronavirus
University students have been given a five-point guide to prevent the spread of illness in the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak.
Some universities in the...
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In pictures: Industrial Revolution to wreckage – Derbyshire’s historic buildings
Derbyshire's Derwent Valley is recognised world-wide as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.
The innovative waterwheels which powered silk and cotton mills along this idyllic...
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Game of Thrones actor dies
Actor Max Von Sydow, who was cast in The Exorcist and Game of Thrones, has died aged 90.
His family today announced that Mr Von...
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Blog: How Shrovetide 2020 changed my view of the game and myself
Once a year, tales of broken limbs and bloodied faces filtered down into the quiet town where I grew up.
They spoke of nearby Ashbourne...
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The story behind the last-minute Down’ards goal at Shrovetide 2020
There was a dramatic conclusion to this year’s annual Shrovetide event – as the Down’ards snatched a last-minute equaliser to deny the Up’ards a...
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Why does Ashbourne love Shrovetide so much?
Every year, the young, old and canine flock to Ashbourne for its giant medieval football game between the up'ards and the down'ards.
Despite bitterly cold...
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A quick guide to Shrovetide 2020: how to keep up with Ashbourne’s wacky game
Imagine playing a game of football with your mates, but instead of using your feet, you use your hands.
And you have a lot of...
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Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide 2020: Match unlikely to be cancelled due to weather
Royal Ashbourne Shrovetide officials have said they are determined to play on despite weather warnings.
Members of the players’ committee will meet to discuss safety...
