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- Entertainment
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School mom reveals rare peek into Kate Middleton's parenting and private life: "I do see her a lot..."
It's a side of the Princess of Wales we rarely get to see. Kate Middleton might be the future queen of England, but when it comes to parenting, she's just like any other mom on the sidelines. At the premiere of The Real Housewives of London, cast member Panthea Parker shared a rare glimpse into the Princess of Wales' life as a school mom, revealing that Kate is a constant presence at her children's sports games. 'I see her quite a few times because my son's school plays against her son's school,' Parker told Hello!. 'So they play rugby and football against each other so we're always at her school or my school. I do see her a lot but not to talk to, just from afar. So classy, so lovely, and she never misses any of her children's matches, so really amazing.' A hands-on royal mom Kate, 43, and Prince William are raising Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7, with a focus on family life despite their packed royal schedules. Kate has previously spoken about the challenges of balancing motherhood with duty. On the Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast in 2020, she admitted to feeling 'mum guilt' when she couldn't do the school run. 'Even this morning, coming to the nursery visit here – George and Charlotte were like, 'Mummy how could you possibly not be dropping us off at school this morning?'' she said with a laugh. A family that loves sports The Wales family is known to be 'sport-mad,' as royal biographer Robert Jobson has put it. From rugby and football to their annual Wimbledon outings, the family embraces both playing and spectating. Jobson noted that George and Charlotte's appearances at big sporting events show not only their parents' enthusiasm but also a way to connect with the public. With summer holidays underway, the royal kids might be off the field for now — but according to Parker, fans can count on spotting their mom cheering from the sidelines once the school season kicks back in. Solve the daily Crossword
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11 minutes ago
- Politics
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DOJ goes 0-3 in requests to unseal Jeffrey Epstein grand jury materials
NEW YORK — A federal judge on Wednesday rejected the Justice Department's effort to unseal grand jury transcripts and exhibits in the Jeffrey Epstein case, writing that the government itself is the "logical party" to make the Epstein files public and criticizing its motion as a 'diversion' tactic. "The information contained in the Epstein grand jury transcripts pales in comparison to the Epstein investigation information and materials in the hands of the Department of Justice,' U.S. District Judge Richard Berman, a Bill Clinton appointee, wrote in a 14-page opinion. Berman's decision is the third by a federal judge to deny nearly identical motions by the Justice Department to make public certain grand jury material in the cases of Epstein, the disgraced financier who died by suicide in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, and his onetime girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell is serving a 20-year prison sentence for aiding and participating in his sex trafficking ring. She is appealing her conviction. Berman's opinion, however, comes as the Justice Department is being forced to disclose the Epstein files through another channel. On Friday, the department is expected to begin turning over Epstein-related records to congressional lawmakers in response to a subpoena from the House Oversight Committee. And as Berman noted, the Justice Department's 100,000 pages of Epstein materials, which it could release at any time and which are the target of the congressional subpoena, 'dwarf' the roughly 70 pages of grand jury material it asked the federal judges to unseal. 'The Government is the logical party to make comprehensive disclosure to the public of the Epstein files,' the judge wrote. 'The grand jury testimony is merely a hearsay snippet of Jeffrey Epstein's alleged conduct.' Solve the daily Crossword
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- Sport
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Mauricio Dubón's two-run home run (7)
Mauricio Dubón hits a two-run home run to right field, cutting the deficit to 7-2 in the top of the 4th inning
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11 minutes ago
- Health
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The bedtime habit that's saving relationships
The bedtime habit that's saving relationships It often begins with a battle. Not over toothpaste caps, late-night texts, or who left the lights on. No, the real culprit is the seemingly innocent, but ever-shrinking duvet. In the darkness, couples engage in a silent nightly war. Tug. Twist. Reclaim. Repeat. The collateral damage is frayed patience, poor rest, and, if science is to be believed, something even more serious. Health. The Sleep Research Society reports that up to 30% of a person's sleep quality is dictated by their partner's sleep patterns, from erratic tossing to temperature shifts and seemingly criminal blanket theft. Meanwhile, a review in Sleep Medicine Reviews found that couples in conflict (not necessarily from arguments, but from unrest) experience significantly shorter, more disrupted sleep cycles. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that chronic lack of quality rest can increase the risk of diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression. In other words, this really isn't just about comfort. The way people share (or don't share) the covers can impact well-being. This is why couples worldwide are quietly turning to a decades-old Nordic custom that redefines what it means to share a bed. Luxury loungewear retailer Lunya explains the Scandinavian Sleep Method. What Is the Scandinavian Sleep Method? For couples in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, the concept isn't revolutionary. It's simply how people sleep. One bed. Two duvets. Better sleep on both sides of the bed. Instead of treating a single blanket as a symbol of romantic unity, Scandinavian couples embrace separate duvets as a practical act of mutual respect. One partner runs hot, the other cold. One prefers the weighted embrace of down, the other wants a barely-there layer. The method acknowledges a universal truth: comfort isn't one size fits all. Relationship therapists have likened it to the sleep equivalent of separate bathroom sinks. Think of it not as an act of division, but a strategy for harmony. And sleep experts agree. Dr. Michael Gradisar, head of sleep science at Sleep Cycle, notes that nearly one-third of nighttime disruptions come from a partner's movement alone, a problem drastically reduced by adopting two separate duvets. 'Separate covers don't drive couples apart,' says one sleep psychologist. 'They allow partners to sleep deeply, and paradoxically, connect more.' The result? Less resentment. More rest. And, for many, a relationship that functions better both in and out of the bedroom. Why the Shared Blanket Isn't Always Romantic In the U.S., the single shared duvet remains a cultural marker of intimacy. A cozy, cinematic shorthand for 'look at us, we're in sync.' But reality paints a different picture. Someone inevitably wakes up freezing and disgruntled while their partner cocoons in comfort, leaving a wake of micro-aggressions. You know the ones. A pointed sigh, a sharp yank, a not-so-subtle shift to the edge of the mattress. Sleep psychologists consistently rank co-sleeping disturbances like snoring, body heat, shifting, cover-hogging among the top contributors to poor rest. And yet, couples endure it, fearing that separating duvets suggests a relationship on the rocks. But as Scandinavian couples have quietly known for generations, sometimes the real marker of closeness is giving each other space. How to Make It Look (and Feel) Effortless Adopting two duvets doesn't mean resigning your bedroom to an austere, mismatched fate. Scandinavian households have perfected the art of making a double-duvet bed look intentional. One common layout: Fold each duvet lengthwise, lay them side-by-side, and face the openings outward. The result is symmetrical and quietly elegant, evoking the precision of origami. Another approach is to fold the second duvet and drape it across the foot of the bed like an accent throw. To visitors, it's just a decorative touch; at night, it's your secret weapon for uninterrupted rest. Prefer top sheets? Keep one for your side. Duvet purist? Skip it. The method isn't prescriptive, it's adaptive. 'The Scandinavian Sleep Method isn't a trend or a look,' says one sleep consultant. 'It's a sensibility: intentional, functional, and quietly luxurious.' How to Start Sleeping, Scandi-Style Getting started is simple. If you share a queen or king-sized mattress, pick up two twin-sized duvets. Breathable and temperature-regulating options work best to avoid overheating in your private cocoon. Place them side by side so they meet in the middle, or overlap slightly for a seamless look. Then, personalize. Weighted on one side, airy linen on the other. Matching covers for cohesion, or complementary tones for contrast. The point isn't to match preferences; it's to respect them. Not a Breakup, But Relationship Maintenance For the uninitiated, separate duvets may feel like a metaphor for growing apart. But for many, it's the opposite. Quality sleep leads to improved mood, greater patience, and yes, more interest in physical intimacy. In short, better rest makes people better partners. Separate duvets aren't about distancing from each other. They're about closing the distance between how people live, love, and rest. In a culture that equates sacrifice with devotion, the Scandinavian Sleep Method suggests a softer truth. Maybe you don't need to compromise your sleep to prove your love. Maybe you can each have your own cover and still wake up tangled together, anyway. This story was produced by Lunya and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. Solve the daily Crossword
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11 minutes ago
- Business
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Jackson Hole: What to know about the economic symposium
The Kansas City Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Economic Symposium is underway, with investors watching for any signs about the Fed's next move. Yahoo Finance Markets and Data Editor Jared Blikre, who also hosts Yahoo Finance's Stocks in Translation podcast, outlines everything you need to know about the annual meeting. Catch more Stocks in Translation, with new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts. Related videos Why the Dubai dream is dead for 'arrogant' British workers Reeves eyes property tax raid on the wealthy I just bought more of this world-class FTSE 100 stock while it's down 24% Time for me to buy more of this superb 8.3%-yielding FTSE 100 passive income superstar stock after strong H1 results? Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
