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Get your adrenaline fix in New Zealand NICOLE KIDMAN’S DARK DAYS The

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EDITOR’S LETTER Just when you thought the party season was over, there’s another new year to celebrate. We tell you exactly where to head in the city for the best events on P10. If you’ve always thought parts of the capital had sinister undertones, you’d be right. We reveal on P14 why a tiny alley in the East End was once named ‘The worst street in London’. And on P28, Nicole Kidman reveals the stress that goes hand-inhand with raising a family and shooting movies. Let us know your thoughts on this week’s magazine.

10 Celebrate the Year Of The Rabbit in London

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8 LONDON 8 London Life 10 HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR: Join the celebrations in London 12 Food & Drink 14 THE WORST STREET IN LONDON: Get acquainted with Dorset St 16 Spotted 20 Silly Buggers

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Celebrity News TNT Life Look Who’s Talking: Shayne Ward Cinema Culture OUT OF THE RABBIT HOLE: Nicole Kidman on her dark days

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72 Get your adrenaline fix in New Zealand

38 NEWS & SPORT 38 World View 40 HIS DAY IN COURT: What next for Wikileaks’ Julian Assange?

43 Our View: The Sky sexism scandal 44 Sports View 47 Sports Opinion 48 THE JOY OF SIX: The Six Nations contenders and pretenders

57 Global Vision 58 RETRO BRIGHTON: Take a old-school seaside break 62 Late Deals 63 TNTT Weekender: Gothenburg 64 Hotshots 66 SPEED DEMONS: The World Freeride Tour hits Verbier 68 Travel Tips 69 Travel News 70 On The Road 71 Top Five 72 AN ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND: Fun times in New Zealand 58 Brighton rocks all year round

50 CAREERS & MONEY 50 Job Of The Week 51 Careers 52 MAN ABOUT THE HOUSE: The rise and rise of the manny 54 Money

REGULARS 4 Letters 6 Wins 114 Desperately Seeking 43 Are we overreacting to Andy Gray’s comments?

28 Nicole Kidman’s private hell

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As January comes to OF THE a close and we have WEEK time to reflect on those resolutions that we have made, some we have already broken, it begs the bigger question, what were those resolutions for?

As so many New Year’s resolutions are self indulgent and self involved, how many of us actually made a resolution to make a difference in this broken world? As I walked past the homeless man I see every day, I am acutely aware that nothing on a global scale has changed. As we take time to ponder that, maybe it is time to have a look at the bigger picture and think about the small but significant steps we can take to help change the world.

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In his third exhibition with Hoxton’s White Cube gallery, New York artist Phillips selected 10 of America’s most instantly recognisable entertainment faces, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Dakota Fanning, to create distilled portraits of young, powerful stars.

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Phillips has depicted them against luxury brand logos to highlight the world’s obsession with wealth.

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ANZAC DAY HAVE WE FORGOTTEN WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT? BEING AN AUSSIE I have always had a deep understanding, interest and respect for the ANZAC legend. Ever since I first attended a Dawn Service back in Australia while researching a university project I decided I must one day attend the Dawn Service at Gallipoli. Years later I now live in London and work in the travel industry which has allowed me the incredible good fortune of attending the Dawn Service at Gallipoli several times over the last few years.

It is one of those things that truly must be experienced firsthand to really get an understanding of how hard those Diggers had it and how no matter what sporting events or rivalry do crop up between ourselves and our Antipodean brothers, New Zealand, we have a bond that was forged through blood, mate ship and terrible circumstances allowing us to rise up and finally feel a sense of individuality or independence from the Motherland – Britain.

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DO IT BECAUSE: Maybe you’re in the market for a new chopper or, at least, you’re prepared to torture yourself by getting up close with bikes you’ll never be able to afford. Really, though, any excuse will do for motorcycle obsessives.

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In the 18th century, the area was full of taverns and brothels after the ‘decent people’ abandoned the area.

Indeed, parliament had to intervene and build a roof over the market to bring it under control.

Nowadays, it’s well-known for its produce, shopping and

offbeat street performances.

In contrast, the central courtyard is dedicated solely to classical music.

Its reputation as a good place for a drink survives, though – there are more than 60 pubs in Covent Garden. The Lamb and Flag is believed to be the oldest in the area and was once a notorious venue for bare-knuckle boxing bouts. TS

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NEW YEAR Have a second shot at New Year celebrations in London – the Chinese way WORDS REBECCA KENT

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Enjoy the colour and the beauty of Chinese New Year

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ome Sunday, February 6, London will be awash with red and adorned with lanterns to mark Chinese New Year, the Year of the Rabbit.

More than 250,000 people will turn out in the capital to witness extravagant displays of dance, music, puppetry and acrobatics in the biggest celebration of its kind outside of Asia.

Whether your interest in Chinese culture extends to the ancient Manchu Qing dynasty or just a special fried rice from your local takeaway, this is a celebration not to be missed.

ENTERTAINMENT CENTRAL Although Chinese New Year officially falls on Thursday, February 3, all the action is on the following Sunday.

Stands, stalls and marquees will line Chinatown, Shaftesbury Avenue, Trafalgar Square and everything in between.

Impromptu parties will break out and Chinatown’s usual frenzied pace will be turned up a few notches. Expect restuarants to be hectic.

The action kickes off from 11am at Trafalgar Square, where the entertainment will include Mongolian bowl dancers, Chinese and Tibetan singers, the Hua Dan dancers of the Beijing Opera and a host of other traditional and contemporary toupes and solo performers. There’ll be a

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dazzling pyrotechnic display as well.

The peckish will be well catered for with a host of stalls lining the square vending authentic Chinese cuisine.

This year’s event will be the culmination of months of planning by the the London Chinatown Association.

One of the organisers, Yip Kwan, can barely curb his enthusiasm.

“Chinese New Year in London is so fabulous. Chinatown bursts with colour and decorations. There are activities to try, great food to eat and a wonderful culture to witness. The planning has Tuck into some been long and hard but guilt-free Chinese it’s always worth it in the end. You really have to experience it.”

LEGENDARY BEASTS Chinese legend tells of the Nián, a man-eating beast which came out once a year to prey on humans. Eventually people learnt to scare the Nián away with explosions, fireworks and the use of the colour red, giving rise to the traditional New Year celebrations.

The garish lion and undulating dragon are inextricably linked with this legend. In London, they will weave their way through the throngs, warding off evil spirits to the unmistakable cadence of drums, cymbals and gongs.

Purchase a small box of firecrackers

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from a Chinese shop and ping them at the dragon’s feet. It’s customary and said to keep the beast awake.

Endear yourself with Chinese people by greeting them with ‘Gong Hee Fat Choy’, which is a wish for prosperity.

DUCKS AND DIM SUM Get your chopsticks out as restaurants across the city celebrate with some special fare. The Ping Pong dim sum chain (pingpongdimsum.com) has devised a special new year menu for large groups; Michelin-starred Kai Mayfair (kaimayfair.co.uk) plans to offer its guests readings from a Chinese astrologer; Camden restaurant and bar, Gilgamesh (gilgameshbar. com) will be transformed into a decadent Oriental paradise with a themed menu and cocktails; you’d be mad to miss Min Jiang (minjiang. co.uk) in Kensington’s Beijing Duck, roasted in a wood-burning oven; and finally, diners at Lotus floating restaurant (otusfloating. co.uk) will be treated to a lion dance and a magician’s sleight of hand as they devour a sumptuous 10-course feast.

BUT THAT’S NOT ALL The National Maritime museum (nmm.ac. uk) is hosting a Chinese-themed stargazing on Feburary 12, and on February 25, it has laid on a day’s worth of activities, including ribbon dance lessons. Check out lion dancing and try your hand at Chinese arts and crafts at the Victoria and Albert museum (vam.ac.uk) on January 30.

Also, swing by Museum in Docklands (museumindocklands.org.uk) on February 5 and 6 for a range of arts and crafts and traditional storytelling.

YEAR OF THE RABBIT NOT AS FEARSOME AS THE TIGER Each year in the Chinese calendar is represented by one of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac and 2011 is the Year of the Rabbit.

Those born in the years 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987 and 1999 all fall under the zodiac and are said to be creative, compassionate and prefer the company of others. Their grace, calm demeanour and impeccable manners set them up for a career in diplomacy.

Unsurprisingly, they have an aversion to conflict, too. Just ask David Beckham, Angelina Jolie and Jamie Oliver who are all celebrity rabbits.

With the Year of the Rabbit just days away, nature’s floppy-eared symbols of good luck are apparently a hot commodity among Chinese communities across the globe.

Bunny paraphernalia has been flying off the shelves and pet stores are doing a roaring trade in the real thing. They make a less ferocious pet than the current zodiac animal, the tiger, that’s for sure.

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FOOD & DRINK

BAR REVIEW The Prince Of Teck ★★★★★

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THE SCENE The POT’s recent refurbishment (polished wooden floors, mood lighting, new furniture) has created a warm, inviting place to satiate your thirst. Professional, friendly bar staff are always

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on hand to pour. A range of good tunes adds to the comfort factor and huge windows mean plenty of natural light.

THE GRUB If you could eat the braised Suffolk lamb shank (£10.50), served with mashed potato and rosemary jus, everyday you would.

Vegetarians are catered for and bruch is served daily

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Down a plate of nachos with your beers.

BEHIND THE BAR Good selection of lagers, bitters and ales on tap from £3.60. Bottles are £3.60. Four shooters for £10.

House wines from £3.90.

Cocktails are £6.50 VERDICT A classy bar. If you’re in the area, drop in.

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Restaurant review Juniper Dining ★★★★★

100 Highbury Park, N5 2XE. 020 7288 8716 Highbury & Islington

THE SCENE A shining light in Highbury’s burgeoning dining scene, this intimate family run restaurant’s decor has an understated elegance. Black and white prints hang on creamy walls, candles flicker on the wooden tables, while staff play jazz to complete the laid-back experience. When we visit on a Friday night, the place is buzzing with a mix of families and couples.

THE GRUB Stylishly presented modern European and British fare with generous portions.

Starters are lovingly prepared: my smoked duck salad oozes flavour. For mains, my partner’s tender rib eye steak arrives with a mountain of chips, mushrooms and onion rings while my fish of the day,

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TEA ROOMS Soho’s Secret Tea Room This vintageinspired tea room is set above the Coach & Horses pub in Soho.

Scoff homemade cakes and scones to the soothing sounds of ‘40s jazz. sohosecrettearoom.co.uk Juniper Dining’s elegant decor

baked sea bass, is melt-in-themouth delicious, thanks to its buttery sauce. Desserts are delectable, especially the baked chocolate pudding and the baked lemon tart.

BILL PLEASE Starters cost from £4.50, mains from £10.95 and desserts are £5.25.

VERDICT The cooking is pretty special at this great value eatery. JANINE KELSO

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The worst elements of society gravitated toward Dorset St

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London’s Meanest Street

Dorset Street was once synonymous with vice – now, you wouldn’t even notice it WORDS TOM STURROCK

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n a Sunday afternoon, crowds teem along Commercial Road, pouring in and out of the Old Spitalfields Market. In the shadows of Christ Church, they mill out the front of trendy boutiques and sidewalk cafes. It wasn’t always like this, so cosmopolitan.

Indeed, less than a block away, there is a nondescript service alley, dwarfed by a multiplex carpark alongside. Once upon a time, this alleyway was Dorset St – the worst street in London.

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A ROUGH CROWD East London has historically attracted itinerant, immigrant labour; in the mid1800s, though, the squalor of Spitalfields escalated when the silk weaving industry,

upon which many of the area’s inhabitants depended, shut down and shipped out, impoverishing thousands. Around the same time, the Irish potato famine struck, so thousands more washed up on East London’s docks. Another wave of immigrants followed some 30 years later, this time Russian Jews fleeing persecution.

Grinding poverty and intense overcrowding combined to drive a boom in common lodging houses; these doss houses, populated largely by the sick, the unemployed and the criminal, conferred upon Dorset St its name – it may initially have been Dossett St – as well as its reputation as the most miserable, squalid place in the capital.

By 1870, Dorset St was comprised

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entirely of common lodgings; the streets ran thick with goods stolen off the docks and landlords soon realised they could make more money by housing prostitutes on-site. In turn, slum landlords needed to employ muscle to ensure punters paid up, so each house had its own crew of exarmy thugs, standover men, keeping guard out front. Illegal bookmaking followed, along with underground boxing bouts and dog-fighting; all the nastiest, most vicious elements crammed in together.

THE RIPPER’S TURF In 1888, this compact, crowded quartermile block became the setting for the world’s most infamous serial killer mystery; from this debauched, unforgiving square of soot and sex sprung Jack the Ripper.

Fiona Rule, author of The Worst Street In London, which chronicles Dorset St’s descent, is certain the area’s intense squalor predisposed the area to the Ripper murders.

“Prostitutes are the easiest people to target and these women were so poor that they had no real choice but to go out on the streets every night,” Rule says. “Deprived conditions do terrible things to people, don’t they?

And it was every man for himself – I don’t think people had the emotional resources to worry about other people.”

Indeed, the Ten Bells pub, just over the road, was where Jack the Ripper is believed to have met his victims; it’s unclear how many murders were committed by the one unidentified killer – it’s generally agreed there were at least five, and possibly more. The Ripper’s last and most famous victim, Mary Jane Kelly was found in her furnished room in Dorset St, chopped up and dismembered.

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Dorset St was demolished and turned into a carpark

AFTER THE BLITZ As Britain began to recover after the First World War, a plan was enacted to redvelop Spitalfields market and, in doing so, overhaul the identity of the area.

Once slum landlord Jack McCarthy, who had made a fortune from his empire of lodgings house, was persuaded to sell up, the demolition crews moved in and the doss houses – once inhabited by silk weavers and then filled with hookers, vagrants and thugs – were torn down.

Now, Dorset St, an erstwhile epicentre of vice and violence, is an anonymous strip of asphalt.

“They got rid of Dorset St eventually,” Rule says. “Although the carpark they built alongside it has gained a reputation as one of the most crime-ridden carparks in London, which I think is quite apt.”

The area’s transformation did not occur overnight, though – indeed, Spitalfields remained an incubator for East End gangsters for many years to come.

“Even at the beginning of the 1980s, it was still prety grotty,” Rule says. “But it’s unrecognisable now – the way it’s been gentrified in the last 20 years it’s become a very desirable, very fashionable place to live. It’s come full circle.”

TAKE A TOUR East London’s ability to re-invent itself makes it one of the capital’s most interesting, authentic patches. It’s an area that has lived many lives – at various times a beacon for immigrants, a centre of industry and a heartland of organised crime, the east has since been re-shaped as an artsy, boho-chic postcode. Disused warehouses have been renovated into galleries and artists’ lofts and the cold, grey streescapes serve as ideal canvasses for stencil art and installations.

For a tour that scratches the surface and showcases the east’s best-kept secrets, check out the Alternative London Tour (alternativelondon. wordpress.com). Equally, East London Guides offer a broader sweep of the area, touching on the most important folklore (eastlondonguides.com). And for the blood-and-guts enthusiasts, the Jack the Ripper walk is a must (jackthe-ripper-walk.co.uk).

» The Worst Street in London by Fiona Rule is available through Ian Allan Publishing, £8.99.

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TOOL OF THE WEEK Worst. Perfume. Ever.

Celebrity perfume lines are nothing new – everyone has one these days. But, if the rumours are true, Lady Gaga takes the cake for the most digusting idea for a scent.

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Sometimes you have to persuade women to love you because they generally don’t know what they really want.

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GUY’S GRIM THEFT AUTO Back in 2009, Guy Sebastian was robbed of his meatball sandwich at knife point. Now, the Aussie singer and X Factor judge has had a squadron of heavily armed cops arresting him on suspicion of car theft.

The drama took place after Guy’s car mysteriously disappeared a few weeks ago, and he had reported it stolen.

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didn’t exactly go to plan.

A source told the Daily Telegraph: “Not long after getting it back, 10 police jumped him, got him out of the car and arrested him at a carwash ... guns drawn, cuffs, everything!”

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”I put all my porn in a bag and I left it in a school park.”

Knocked Up actor Seth Rogen on how he passed on his hobby the same way as he himself discovered it as a schoolboy.

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Woman’s Day: Oprah is already planning her next trip to Oz; and Bec Hewitt is settling back into Australia.

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The 2005 X Factor winner on his relationship Simon Cowell, his Irish Traveller parents and his supportive gay fanbase

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Shayne Ward INTERVIEW ALISON GRINTER Was it nice being welcomed back into the X Factor fold last year?

It was wicked to be part of the show that made me and to be welcomed back as an artist, rather than just as a talent show winner. I literally had the best fun.

Did you feel Simon Cowell’s label Syco gave you the cold shoulder in putting acts like Susan Boyle first?

I never saw it as getting the cold shoulder, it just took that long to get the right material. The music industry kept changing. Every time we went into the studio and came back with the material the music industry had changed sounds from, like, from pop to indie. Suddenly it was three years later.

What do I need “ to prove something to Simon for? ” There are rumours flying around that you said you were going to prove Simon Cowell wrong with your new LP.

I never said that. What do I need to prove something to Simon for? He’s my label boss. As long as I deliver in the studio and on my performances … I would never say something stupid like that.

Did it hurt when Louie Walsh stopped managing you?

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I think for both of us, to walk away from a working relationship was gutting but we haven’t walked away from the friendship.

Was there an innocence in the early days of X Factor? Now there’s so much backbiting with all the contestants slagging each other off in the press.

But that’s what keeps the public wanting more, they want to hear stuff like that.

That’s what makes the show work.

The promo you did for your latest album Obsession shows you with your top off, rolling around in the dirt and wet T-shirts. What’s that all about?

How did you feel when Gary Barlow said that you were considered as a replacement for Jason Orange if he walked out of Take That?

The label knew I was going to the gym and taking care of myself so there was this idea for me to take my top off.

At first I didn’t really want to but it got a great reaction. It’s funny cos Simon’s right-hand man messaged me and said: “Shayne, I’m not gay, but you look hot.”

It was a great compliment, I couldn’t believe it. I got a bit of a big head at the time. It would have been a great experience but I’m a big fan so when you see a band like Take That break up and get back together you want the original members.

Are you courting the gay market?

I’ve always had a good gay response.

And the pink pound is very strong and they are very loyal supporters. I was in a band for five years with a gay couple so I’ve always had that support anyway.

It’s great if I get that reaction.

Your parents are Irish Travellers.

Do Irish Travellers get a bad rap?

Of course they do. Irish Travellers shouldn’t be judged just because one batch are doing something horrible.

A hell of a lot of them are quite respectful with family values and send their kids to school.

Your dad’s in prison [for rape] do you ever visit him?

No, I haven’t contacted him for six years.

YOU DON’T SAY? What’s your guilty pleasure?

Ben & Jerry’s cookie dough ice-cream.

What song would you like played at your funeral?

When You Were Sweet Sixteen, by the Fureys.

Biggest phobia?

Rollercoasters - I hate them.

» Shayne Ward performs at Shepherd’s Bush Empire, W11 8QE Shepherd’s Bush. (0844 811 0051) Wed, March 16. £26.50. New single Obsession out February 14 through Syco.

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CINEMA The Fighter

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Christian Bale may be a grumpy bastard who takes himself too seriously but on screen he can be astonishingly good.

Reminding us of his talents, the actor completely owns The Fighter, a riveting sports flick based on the life of indomitable boxer Micky Ward.

We catch up with the pugilist (played by Wahlberg) in his hometown of Lowell, Massachusetts at a time when his career has stalled. With time running out for him to make a mark, Ward is being mismanaged by his mother Alice (Melissa Leo) and poorly trained by brother Dicky (Bale), a former boxer living off past glories. When Dicky’s crack addiction lands him in prison, Micky has to decide whether to listen to new girlfriend Charlene

1 “The first rule of ____ is, you do not talk about ____ ”. Fill the gaps to name the film.

2 Name the actress who won an Oscar for the role of femme-boxer Maggie in Million Dollar Baby?

3 Who played her manager and also directed the film?

4 Will Smith played which iconic boxer in a bio-pic?

5 Which iconic boxing flick stars Robert De Niro and is directed by Martin Scorsese?

This film aint ropey at all...

(Adams) and put his ambitions ahead of his crazy family.

Despite the fact that director David O Russell works his way through the big book of sports movie clichés, The Fighter is still a superior drama thanks to uniformly brilliant performances. Wahlberg anchors the film with a strong,

subdued turn and Adams is just the right balance of trash and tenderness. But it’s Bale’s blazing performance that really impresses and makes him a real contender for an Oscar this year.

GOOD FOR: Those looking for this generation’s Rocky.

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THE REEL DEAL The late, great Heath Ledger will be honoured by an exhibition displaying memorabilia from his stellar film career.

The exhibition, at the Western Australia Museum in Perth, will be largely curated by Ledger’s family members. Items will include his Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, which he won posthumously in 2009 for his creepy portrayal of the Joker in Batman movie The Dark Knight, and a diary he kept while developing the character.

Ledger died from an overdose in New York in 2008. He was 28.

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★★★★★

Nicole Kidman strains every sinew as a mother trying to cope with the loss of her young son in John Cameron Mitchell’s Oscar-baiting offering. With a superb Kidman making the most of a script that’s sharp and surprisingly funny, Rabbit Hole is a poignant look at the ways people deal with unimaginable grief.

GOOD FOR: Fans of Nic. PDV

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★★★★★

Nicolas Philibert points his camera at the Paris Zoo’s most famous resident – 40-year-old orangutan Nénette – in a fascinating documentary. By recording visitors’ reactions to the magnificent ape, Philibert raises some interesting points over whether it is right that creatures are confined for our amusement.

GOOD FOR: Those interested in animal rights. PDV

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Aussie actress Jacki Weaver lived up to cinema pundits’ expectations by earning an Oscar nod for her role as tough-as-boots matriarch in crime drama Animal Kingdom. Weaver will go against Amy Adams and Melissa Leo, Helena Bonham Carter and Hailee Steinfeld in the category of Best Supporting Actress.

Geoffrey Rush was nominated for his role The King’s Speech and Nicole Kidman received a nod for her performance as a grieving mother in Rabbit Hole.

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★★★★★ The disconcerting whiff of authenticity pervades award-winning playwright and director Nina Raine’s well-researched new play. It recreates the pressurised tensions of a hectic NHS hospital where a patient’s life can depend on the gut feeling of the doctor on call. With a large cast, she paints, vividly, a familiar picture of a competitive environment where the ‘old boy’ network still holds sway and staff and facilities are stretched to the limit.

Thusitha Jayasundera’s abrupt urologist, Ruth

ENTERTAINMENT

SEE THIS: Theatre Everett’s idealistic newcomer and Adam James’ totally convincing cardiologist are especially potent reminders that those at the sharp end are as likely as the rest of us to go under a fellow surgeon’s knife – and are just as scared of hearing a fateful diagnosis.

LOUISE KINGSLEY

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Ruth Everett as Emily and Henry Lloyd Hughes as James

WORTH A LOOK A hit at last year’s Endinburgh Festival, The Fitzrovia Radio Hour recreates the spirit of 1940s radio plays. » Trafalgar Studios, SW1A 2DY

young socialist is angered when he discovers his •An idealistic Piccadilly Circus (jermynstreettheatre.co.uk) Until Feb 12. £18

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mother’s lover is a Tory MP in Less Than Kind » Jermyn Street Theatre, SW1Y 6LT

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FADE TO BLACK: METALLICA

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POWER AND THE PEOPLE

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Legendary metal act Metallica celebrate 30 years of making our ears bleed with such incendiary classics as Enter Sandman and Nothing Else Matters. The band was formed by Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield in 1981 and, granted unprecedented

access, photographer Bill Hale chronicled their embryonic beginnings in San Francisco and beyond. This exhibition contains rare and exclusive shots from Hale’s collection circa 1982-1984.

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Lesley Pearse

More explosive revelations as the former Labour spin-doctor’s excavates various crises and scandals from Tony Blair’s tenure as prime minister at Number 10.

Bestselling author crafts early 20th century tale about Belle, sold into prostituion in Paris at 15 before being blown across the globe to New Orleans where she comes enjoy her life as a courtesan.

YOU DON’T HAVE TO SAY YOU LOVE ME

THE CALLING OF THE GRAVE

Sarra Manning

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Sweet, bookish Neve Slater has been slimming down and reinventing herself so that when her crush WIlliam returns to LA, he’ll fall head over heels in love with her. But will he?

Forensics expert Dr David Hunter returns in the menacing new novel about a series of murders on the moors from Brit journalist-turned-best-selling crime writer Simon Beckett.

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RABBIT HOLE Nicole Kidman emerges from some dark days to the light of an Oscar nomination WORDS JAMES MOTTRAM

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rom Dogville to Birth and The Hours, Nicole Kidman has never been one to shirk a screen challenge. But her harrowing new film Rabbit Hole takes it to another level. She plays Becca, a woman torn apart by grief after the death of her young son, Danny. “I think I was drawn to the material because it’s the thing I most fear,” she says. “That sounds very strange, to want to go there, but that’s what I get from it as an actor – to go to places that are terrifying to you.”

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Another Oscar beckon s, perhaps?

Yet when you consider 43-year-old Kidman’s recent news, tackling such a topic must’ve been torturous. Earlier this month, she and singer-husband Keith Urban announced the birth of Faith Margaret, born with the help of a surrogate mother. Their second daughter – they also have two-year-old Sunday Rose – it makes Kidman a mother-of-four, given she also has two adopted children, Isabella and Connor, from her ten-year marriage to Tom Cruise.

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Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger to shoot the film, when the financing fell into place. It’s rare, she says, when she gets the chance to go so deeply into a character – as she did with her Oscar-winning turn as Virginia Woolf in The Hours. “I’m just glad I got the chance to go to a place that feels like I should go,” she says.

It’s certainly no surprise that Kidman followed Rabbit Hole with Just Go With It, a lightweight comedy with Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston, if only to give “It certainly had an affect on my life,” herself a breather. Like anyone else, she’s she says of filming Rabbit Hole, which has not afraid to admit that she’s had her own just seen the Australian nominated for an bleak periods. “I know that feeling, sitting Oscar for the third time in her career. “I in complete distress,” she says. “You look thought I was handling it well. But on this around at people laughing – and you go, particular film I would wake up sobbing ‘Will I ever, ever laugh again? Will I ever or panicked, which is a horrible thing. At feel those emotions that seem like they’re different times of the night. It didn’t so far away? Maybe I had them but I’ll never happen a lot – like three times. But ever be in that place again.’” that’s a lot for me in a period of six While Kidman doesn’t get weeks. And I was disturbed. specific, she may well be Disturbed in a place that I referring to the collapse of couldn’t even quite feel, if her marriage to Cruise, that makes sense.” which curiously As distressing as the shoot coincided with an was, Kidman is clearly upturn in her devoted to the film, career. No which co-stars longer in the Aaron Eckhart as Cruiser’s her husband. Not shadow, only did she Kidman produce it (only collaborated the second time on Moulin she’s done this, Rouge! with following the 2003 Baz Jane Campion Luhrmann, film In The Cut), gained her she also pulled out first Oscar of Woody Allen’s nod and Hubby Keith Urban has got forthcoming You didn’t look

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I would wake “ up at night sobbing or panicked ”

back. But surely work alone cannot save you. Has she ever resorted to religion or therapy? “A bit of both,” she smiles. “I’ve used different things. But I was raised a strong Catholic, so I still have parts of that that vibrate through me, and I have a strong faith.”

Born in Hawaii, Kidman spent her childhood years in Australia, after her parents moved back to Sydney when she was four. “I was raised by parents that are quite stoic,” she says. “I was taught to behave like that – that’s what you do. And my parents come from that generation. Push on through, it’s all OK, you’re going to be fine. And that probably is how I approach my life. In my work, I get to explore the things that are inside that I don’t necessarily discuss that often.

Or that I do discuss with one person – my husband. But I’m lucky to have that outlet, because it keeps me sane!”

Having just got Trespass, a home-invasion thriller with Nicolas Cage, in the can, Kidman is now preparing to work with director Philip Kaufman on a TV movie about the romance between Ernest Hemingway and WWII correspondent Martha Gellhorn. Yet how long she’ll carry on acting remains to be seen.

“There is a time when I won’t be doing it,” she says. “I find it quite tiring. Not so much physically, but emotionally.”

When you make a film like Rabbit Hole, it’s no wonder.

» Rabbit Hole out now on general

release. Read our review on page 26.

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ALBUM OF THE WEEK

FAST FORWARD Arcade Fire, Mumford And Sons, The Vaccines Hyde Park, June 30 (0870 264 3333). £48

CHAPEL CLUB Palace (Polydor/Interscope)

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Cheer up fellas: it might never happen

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Apparently Dalston’s Chapel Club name was inspired by St Lukes, the church near their rehearsal space on Old Street, and their lead singer Lewis Bowan’s fascination with religion. It’s kind of fitting because there’s a certain ecclesiastical grandeur to the quintet’s debut album Palace. Just as gothic steeples supposedly reach

up to God, Chapel Club’s towering reverb-drenched guitars and driving rhythm section seem to be reach a pitch of brooding intensity that is almost transcendental on tracks such as Surfacing

and After Flood. The achingly lovely Echo And The Bunnyman-ish The Shore, offers some respite from the gloom but a few more chinks of light might have been nice.

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No More Idols (Mercury) The on-the-cusp production duo emerge from the underground dance scene with new LP.

Rolling Blackouts (Memphis

Violet Cries (Beggars) The much longedfor debut from critically hailed Brit purveyors of spooky, ethereal pop.

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More shouty vocals and innovative sampling as the Brighton act release third LP.

MUSIC NEWS Lee Kernaghan

The Tamworth Country Music Festival managed its own Australia’s Next Top Modelstyle award when Lee Kernaghan was “awarded” the night’s final prize by mistake.

The mix-up happened when the wrong envelope was handed to host Ray

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Hadley, who thought he was announcing Album Of The Year at Saturday’s ceremony.

But it contained the name of the Top Selling Album Of The Year winner – Kernaghan, who had already received his gong earlier in the night.

The rightful winner of Album Of The Year was Graeme Connors for LP Still Walking.

The red-faced Country Music Association of Australia apologised for the mistake and made sure Connors got the trophy he deserved.

Powderfinger’s charity single to raise money for the victims

of Queensland’s floods will be called I’m On Your Side. The track, available at powderfinger.com was leftover from recording sessions for the band’s most recent album Golden Rule.

The Big Day Out Festival might need to take a year off, to stop crowds getting festival burnout in an increasingly competitive music market, organisers warn. “It might be a possibility where we take a break once every four years,” festival cofounder Ken West told themusicnetwork.com.

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Alison Grinter PICKS OUT THIS WEEK’S BEST LIVE MUSIC

GIG OF THE WEEK USHER It’s been six years since Usher graced these shores with his blingin’ presence. So what’s the Georgian multi-Grammy award winner, squllion-selling R&B artist been up to since then? Well, more of the same if his latest divorce-inspired album Raymond Vs Raymond is anything to go by. His specialty is floor-filling club anthems, as 2004 smash hit Yeah attests. But more often than not he’s waxing lyrical about his prowess in the sack, Expect to hear classics Love In This Club, Caught Up and DJ Got Us Falling In Love.

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» The O2, Peninsular Sq, SE10 0DX

North Greenwich (0844 856 0202). Feb 2-3, 17-18, 21. £45.

Usher: bump … and grind

METRONOMY

THE VASELINES

If push came to shove you’d probably file Metronomy’s music under “dance/ rock”. But that wouldn’t really do justice to London founder-producer Joseph Mount’s knack for creating quirky, innovative Devo-meets-Pavement electro-pop. Their reputation as a live band more than proceeds them, so be sure to clock ‘em.

Built around the duo of Eugene Kelly and Frances McKee (pictured) Glasgow band The Vaselines would, in all likelihood, have remained in relative obscurity had Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain not covered their songs Jesus Doesn’t Want Me for A Sunbeam and Molly’s Lips.

They’re back to plug their brilliantly named LP Sex With An X.

» Heaven, Under The Arches, Villiers Street, WC2N 6NG

» XOYO, 32-37 Cowper Street, EC2A 4AP

Embankment (020 7930 2020). Tue, Feb 1. £12.50

NEW BAND ALERT

FESTIVAL WATCH Tickets now on sale Bilbao BBK Coldplay, Black Crowes, Jack Johnson, Chemical Brothers, Amy Winehouse confirmed.

Bilbao, Spain (bilbaobbklive. com). Jul 7-9. W/e tickets £75.

Blissfields Theme ‘Out of this world’.

Winchester (blissfields.co.uk).

Jun 30-Jul 3. W/e tickets £65

James Blake

Phil Sharp

THE BUZZ SO FAR The London producer has distinguished himself

from the sudden wave of dubstep purveyors by injecting some soul into the genre. His calling card was 2009 R&B-sampling single Air & Lack Thereof and now he’s bothering the airwaves with his sparse, innovative take on Feist’s Limit To Your Love.

WHAT ELSE? Oh, and did we mention that he came runner-up in the BBC’s illustrious Sounds of 2011 list, the same list which has catapulted the likes of Adele and Empire Of The Sun to stardom.

THE PLUG Borderline, Manette St, W1D 4JB (0844 847 2465).

Tottenham Court Road. Fri, Feb 4. £7.

Old Street

(0207 490 1198). Friday, Feb 4. £12

Cambridge Folk Festival Tickets on sale February 27.

Cherry Hinton Hall, Cambridge (cambridgefolkfestival.co.uk), Jul 28-31. W/e tickets £114 Download Festival System Of A Down, Linkin Park, Pendulum, Korn.

Donington Park, Leicestershire (downloadfestival.com). June 10-12. W/e tickets £180 Exit Festival Arcade Fire confirmed.

Novi Sad, Serbia. (exitfest.org).

Jul 7-10. Early bird four-day pass £89 The Garden Festival Norman Jay, Crazy P. Petrcane, Croatia (thegardenfestival.eu).

Jun 6-13. Seven-day ticket £90 Oxegen Blink 182, Arctic Monkeys and Foo Fighters confirmed.

Kildare, Ireland (oxegen.ie).

Jul 7-10. €199.50 with camping Rockness The Chemical Brothers and Kasabian confirmed.

Dores, near Inverness (rockness.co.uk). Jun 10-12.

W/e tickets £149 Wickerman Early bird tickets on sale.

Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland (thewickermanfestival.co.uk).

Jul 22-23. Two day tickets £90

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MONDAY 31

MUSIC & CLUBS

Banana Bluegrass from the

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The Waterboys: An Appointment With Mr Yeats A fusion of WB Yeats’s

SATURDAY 5

poetry and rock ‘n’ roll music

Dennis Bovell, Dennis Alcapone, Winston Reedy, Brinsley Forde, Janet Kay, Carroll Thompson The reggae

Barbican Centre, Silk St, EC2Y 8DS (020 7638 8891). £30 & £35.

American singer-songwriter and Youngbloods member.

The Green Note Cafe, Parkway, NW1 7AN (020 7485 9899). £7.

FRIDAY 4

Dave Giles Folk-rock from the

Angels And Airwaves

Essex-born singer-songwriter.

Contemporary rock from the San Diego-based outfit.

Bull’s Head, Lonsdale Rd, Barnes, SW13 9PY (020 8876 5241). £8.

HMV Forum, Highgate Rd, NW5 1JY (020 7344 0044). £18.50.

Fran Healey Acoustica John Blek And The Rats, Leika, Ulysses Storm, James Rose Country-folk

from the Travis frontman.

Dingwalls, Camden Lock, Chalk Farm Rd, NW1 8AB (020 7428 0010/ cc 020 7428 5929). £16.

Kites Indie-electro from the New York-based artist.

The Social, Little Portland St, W1W 7JD (020 7636 4992). £6.

M3nsa, Bumi Thomas Rap and hip-hop from the Ghanaian artist. Hoxton Square Bar And Kitchen, Hoxton Sq, N1 6NU (020 7613 0709). £10, adv £7.

Romane And Daniel John Martin Gypsy swing from the musicians and colleagues.

Le QuecumBar, Battersea High St, SW11 3HX (020 7787 2227). £15.

TNT’S TOP BOOKING ART VS. SCIENCE Koko, 1a Camden High St, NW1, 7JE (0844 847 2258) Camden Town. Fri, Feb 11. £5.

The Aussie trio’s momentum has been gathering pace with support slots for La Roux, Groove Armada and now a headline show at Club NME.

veteran leads his rhythmic outfit.

Barbican Centre, Silk St, EC2Y 8DS (020 7638 8891). £15-£25.

A Day To Remember The Florida-based group fuses pop-punk and metal. O2 Academy Brixton, Stockwell Rd, SW9 9SL (0844 477 2000). £16.34.

Louise Golbey The singer-

from the London-based combo.

songwriter and musician performs neo soul. The Roof

Dublin Castle, Parkway, NW1 7AN (020 8806 2668). £6, concs £5.

Gardens, Kensington High St, W8 5SA (020 7368 3960). £15.

Chris And Cosey, Factory Floor Electronica from

HMV Next Big Thing: The Japanese Popstars, Penguin Prison The Irish trio plays tuneful

the veteran duo. ICA, The Mall, SW1Y 5AH (020 7930 3647). £15, concs £14, mems £13.

Tony Christie The Yorkshireborn veteran pop singer.

dance-orientated electronica.

The Barfly, Camden, Chalk Farm Rd, NW1 8AN (0845 603 8576). £10.

IndigO2, Peninsula Sq, SE10 0DX (0871 220 0260). £10-£25, VIP £45.

Incognito, Beggar & Co, Central Line, Leee John, David Joseph, Junior Giscombe, Second Image

HMV Next Big Thing: Anna Calvi, Sparrow And The Workshop Indie-pop from the

Jazz-funk from London-based Jean-Paul Bluey Maunick and his band. IndigO2, Peninsula Sq, SE10

London-based singer-songwriter.

0DX (0871 220 0260). £22.25-£43.50.

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THURSDAY 3

The Barfly, Camden, Chalk Farm Rd, NW1 8AN (0845 603 8576). £10.

Barfly, Camden, Chalk Farm Rd, NW1 8AN (0844 847 2424). £12.50.

Marc Antoine & Paul Brown

Asian Dub Foundation

London Gypsy Orchestra

King Salsa Latin and Cuban music by the drummer and colleagues. Ronnie Scott’s, Frith St,

Smooth jazz from the Madridbased guitarist and colleague.

Dub, dancehall, drum ‘n’ bass, reggae and rap fusion outfit.

The 45-piece performs Balkan

W1D 4HT (020 7439 0747). £20-£42.50.

Abigail Washburn Contemporary bluegrass from the American singersongwriter. The Slaughtered

Pizza Express Jazz Club, Dean St, W1D 3RW (020 7437 9595/ cc 0845 602 7017). £24-£26.50.

University Of London Union, Malet St, WC1E 7HY (0870 060 3777). £14.

rhythms. Stratford Circus, Theatre Sq, E15 1BX (0844 357 2625). £14, child £7, concs £10.

Labyrinth Ear, Lynx Africa

Lamb, Great Sutton St, EC1V 0DX (020 7253 1516). £11, adv £9.

Freelance Whales The New

Taking Dawn Rock fourpiece from Las Vegas. The

TUESDAY 1

York-based five-piece plays experimental pop. XOYO, Cowper St, EC2A 4AP (020 7729 5959). £10.

The Bravery Electronic indie-rock from the New York-based four-piece.

Angelita Jimenez The Brazilian

Hoxton Square Bar And Kitchen, Hoxton Sq, N1 6NU (020 7613 0709). £15, adv £12.

Boisdale Of Belgravia, Eccleston St, SW1W 9LX (020 7730 6922). £12, £4.50 before 10pm.

Matthieu Chedid (M)

Dexter Moseley And Hilary Cameron Quintet

The French singer-songwriter performs pop-rock. O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, Shepherd’s Bush Green, W12 8TT (0905 020 3999/ cc 0844 477 2000). £26.50.

guitarist and composer performs original material.

Band Of Horses Indie-rock from the South Carolinabased five-piece. O2 Academy

Nachtmar, Uberbyte

GroupLove, Chad Valley, Big Deal Indie-rock from

Noise Frame, Off With Their Heads, The Croquet Fields, Bowey White The London-

Islington, N1 Centre, Parkfield St, N1 0PS (0844 477 2000). £12.

Jess Roberts, Raff, Kadija Kamara Soul and folk from the

the Californian five-piece.

based band plays blues-rock.

Hoxton Hall, Hoxton St, N1 6SH (020 8985 2424). £8.

Arch, Lendal Terrace, SW4 7UX (020 7720 7343). £6, NUS/concs £5.

Hurts, Clare Maguire Angular electro-pop from the sartorial duo. HMV Forum, Highgate Rd,

Lizzie Pattinson, Miko Gedroyc Trio With Chris Fletcher Jazzy pop from

The vocalists lead the outfit in playing jazz with blues overtones.

NW5 1JY (020 7344 0044). £16.34.

the London-based vocalist.

Lower Ground Bar, West End Ln, NW6 1QS (020 7431 2211). £20.

Tally Koren Electroacoustica from the London-based singersongwriter. Punk, Soho St, W1D

NME Awards Shows 2011: Gang Of Four Post-punk

3DN (020 7734 4004). £10, concs £7.

former Dr Feelgood member leads his R‘n’B-based rock outfit. The Lexington, Pentonville

from the veteran Leedsbased outfit. Heaven, Charing

NME Awards Shows 2011: The Duke Spirit Alt rock

Cross Arches, Villiers St, WC2N 6NG (020 7930 2020). £15.93.

from the London-based five-piece. Heaven, Charing

Maps And Atlases The Chicago-based four-piece plays experimental folk from its album Perch Patchwork. XOYO, Cowper

Vanessa Paradis Commercial pop from the French singer and actress. Koko, Camden High St,

Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives The Nashvillebased country music veteran and his band perform his hits and songs from their album Ghost Train. Southbank

Cross Arches, Villiers St, WC2N 6NG (020 7930 2020). £12.50.

Sick Puppies, The Feud Alt rock from the Australian three-piece. The Borderline,

Ana Silvera Acoustic folk from

Orange Yard, Manette St, W1D 4JB (0870 060 3777/ cc 0871 231 0842). £10.

the New York singer. Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Rd, NW1 8EH (0844 482 8008). £15, adv £12.

Bull’s Head, Lonsdale Rd, Barnes, SW13 9PY (020 8876 5241). £10.

Reuben Richards & Soul Train Blues, funk and soul from the seven-piece.

NW1 7JE (0870 432 5527). £26.50.

St, EC2A 4AP (020 7729 5959). £10.

Boisdale Of Belgravia, Eccleston St, SW1W 9LX (020 7730 6922). £12, £4.50 before 10pm.

Industrial and techno by the Vienna-based artist. O2 Academy

London-based singer-songwriter.

100 Club, Oxford St, W1D 1LL (020 7636 0933). £15, adv £10.

SUNDAY 6 Lutan Fyah And Jah Mason, Dub Akom, Hornsman Coyate Reggae from the two Jamaican songsmith.

The Hootananny, Effra Rd, SW2 1DF (020 7737 7273). £15.

Joan As Police Woman

Jamie Smith, Steve Byrnes And Liam O’Sullivan The

American singer-songwriter Joan Wasser leads her soulful alt pop group. Barbican Centre, Silk St, EC2Y

three-piece plays traditional folk.

8DS (020 7638 8891). £12.50-£20.

Irish Cultural Centre, Blacks Rd, W6 9DT (020 8563 8232). £8, concs £6.

The Vaselines, Schwervon Indie-pop from the Glasgowbased band. XOYO, Cowper St, EC2A 4AP (020 7729 5959). £12.

Richard Thompson Band The

Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs Melodic dance

Ben Waters Band The pianist

guitarist and songwriter plays folkrock. Southbank Centre, Belvedere

and electronica from the artist. Hoxton Square Bar And

and his trio play boogie woogie and blues. Southbank Centre,

Rd, SE1 8XX (020 7960 4200/ cc 0844 875 0073). £10-£35.

Kitchen, Hoxton Sq, N1 6NU (020 7613 0709). £9, adv £7.50.

Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX (020 7960 4200/ cc 0844 875 0073). £15, concs £7.50.

The View Indie-rock from

Usher R‘n’B from the multi-

Ruby Turner The ex-Culture

Richard Wood The Canadian

the Dundee-based quartet.

platinum selling performer.

The Old Blue Last, Great Eastern St, EC2A 3ES (020 7739 5793). £14.

O2 Arena, Peninsula Sq, SE10 0DX (0871 220 0260). £40 & £45.

Club member sings soul numbers. Ronnie Scott’s,

fiddle player performs Celtic folk with accompaniment.

Frith St, W1D 4HT (020 7439 0747). £20-£41.50.

The Green Note Cafe, Parkway, NW1 7AN (020 7485 9899). £10.

The Wilders Country-folk from the Kansas City fourpiece. The Slaughtered Lamb,

Wire The veteran three-piece and post-punk pioneers play their hits. The Scala, Pentonville

Great Sutton St, EC1V 0DX (020 7253 1516). £12, adv £10.

Rd, N1 9NL (020 7833 2022/ cc 0870 060 0100). £17.50.

Centre, Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX (020 7960 4200/cc 0844 875 0073). £17.50 & £20, concs £8.75 & £10.

The Good Ship, Kilburn High Rd, NW6 7JR (07949 008253). £5.

acoustic guitar playing. Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, N1 2UN (020 7226 1686). £17, concs £14.

Brixton, Stockwell Rd, SW9 9SL (0844 477 2000). £18.50.

Wilko Johnson, A Genuine Freakshow, Alice Walker The

Rd, N1 9JB (020 7837 5371). £15.

Andy McKee Finger-style

Electronica from the duo.

Dominic Mattos, Paul L Martin The versatile vocalist performs songs and impersonates actors from Broadway and other musicals. The Pheasantry, Kings Rd, SW3 4UT (020 7351 5031). £14.

Sanseverino, Size Nine, Jezebel Sextet, Jessie & The Orbits, Blue Smith, Nathan Watson Gypsy-pop from the French singer-songwriter. The

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CLUB LISTINGS TNT’S TOP MONDAY 31 BOOKING Bite DJs Lydia, Ian, Marcus and Wade spin electro, leftfield indie, disco, post-punk and pop.

The Den & Centro, West Central St, WC1A 1JJ (020 7240 1083).

10pm-3am. £5, w/flyer £3.

Hard Core Salsa DJ Mario plays mambo and salsa, plus dance lessons.

Salsa!, Charing Cross Rd, WC2H 0JG (020 7379 3277).

7pm-late. £4, free before 9pm.

I Love Mondays DJ Victor spins commercial dance, disco, pop, R‘n’B and funky house.

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Moonlighting, Greek St, W1D 4DR (020 7437 5782/cc 020 7287 3727).

10pm-3.30am. £5, NUS £1.

Eric’s going massive

Garage Nation Old skool garage and UK garage courtesy of DJ EZ, Mike Ruff Cut Lloyd, Jason Kaye, Pied Piper, Supplier, B Live, Ranking and Viper. The Scala, Pentonville

ERIC PRYDZ PRESENTS EP/IC Brixton Academy SW9 9SL Brixton o2academybrixton. co.uk). Apr 2.

This is the Swedish DJ’s world premiere of his production-heavy EPIC show featuring a unique 30m structure that extends into the crowd, holograms and 3D animation.

Rd, N1 9NL (020 7833 2022/ cc 0870 060 0100). 9pm-6am. £15.

Hackney Globe Trotting DJs Russ Jones and Magrelo play funk, electro, Latin, soul and dub. Notting Hill Arts Club, Notting Hill Gate, W11 3JQ (020 7460 4459).

8pm-2am. £8, £6 before 11pm.

Inferno Andrew Elmore spins funk, house and dance. The Shadow Lounge, Brewer St, W1F 0RF (020 7287 7988).

10pm-3am. £10, free before 11pm.

Lost And Found Keb Darge and Andy Smith play blues, rock, funk and Northern Soul. Madame

Popcorn Resident DJs and special guest DJ Alan K spin commercial dance, house, pop and R‘n’B, with percussion from David H. Heaven, Charing Cross Arches, Villiers St, WC2N 6NG (020 7930 2020). 11pm5.30am. £8, £4 before midnight.

Rehab DJs Haley, Dan and The Demonettes play indie, pop and electro. The Roxy, Rathbone

Dance Nights Princess Karina and DJ Gary Baldi spin dance hits. EC3 Live, Crosswall, EC3N 2JY (0207 4881766). 11.30pm-3am. £10.

Diffrent Strokes DJs Phat Cat, Zay London, Lonyo and MOBO Award winner and Kiss FM DJ Manny Norte play neo soul, 1980s pop, US house, funk and R‘n’B. Cherryjam, Porchester

The Tassel Clubs Dinner Party Resident DJs play swing, soul, blues and rock ‘n’ roll, plus live burlesque and cabaret. The Bathhouse, Bishopsgate Churchyard, EC2M 3TJ (020 7920 9207).

6pm-late. £10, £45 inc meal.

Your Mum’s House Scally

KetoLoco Inland Knights, Buckley, KetoLoco DJs, Terry Costello, Tom Buxton and David Harbour spin house, tech-house and electro. Cargo, Rivington St, EC2A 3AY (020 7739 3440).

9pm-5am. £10, free before 10pm.

Dandan and Jamie D Winter spin electro and fidget house. Punk, Soho St, W1D 3DN

Retox Victomise, Rolo, Vitamin G, Kross Bow, Gazz Hands and Haggis supply a mix of hip-hop, electro and drum ‘n’ bass.

Place, W1T 1HJ (020 7255 1098).

10pm-3am. £5, NUS/w/flyer £3, £1 before 10.30pm.

Rd, W2 6ET (020 7727 9950).

9pm-2am. £10, £5 before 11pm.

(020 7734 4004). 9pm-3am. £7, £5 before midnight, £3 before 11pm.

Gramaphone, Commercial St, E1 6LT (020 7377 9337). 9pm-3.30am. £10.

Salsa Cellar Resident DJs play

Elysian Nights Burlesque, music

YoYo Seb Chew, Leo Greenslade

Secousse DJs AJ Holmes,

Latin funk and reggae. Downstairs

and comedy performances from In The land Of The Blind, Miss Bubbles and Chrys Columbine.

and Girl Unit spin hip-hop, dubstep, garage and grime, plus Astroid Boys and RKO play live.

Proud Camden, The Horse Hospital, Chalk Farm Rd, NW1 8AH (020 7482 3867). 7.30pm-2.30am. £8.

Notting Hill Arts Club, Notting Hill Gate, W11 3JQ (020 7460 4459).

7pm-2am. £7, £5 before 11pm.

Vamanos, Moroka and Kastro play funk, dance and AfroCaribbean sounds, plus Ize Teixeira perform live. Notting Hill

At The King’s Head, Crouch End Hill, N8 8AA (020 8340 1028).

7pm-late. £7, concs £4.

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The Latin Quarter DJ

Forca Brasil DJ Fred spins salsa, samba and Latin tunes, plus live bands.

EC spins Latin party tunes, plus salsa classes before 9.30pm. Fiesta Havana, Fulham

Salsa!, Charing Cross Rd, WC2H 0JG (020 7379 3277).

7.30pm-late. £4, free before 9pm.

Rd, SW6 5NH (020 7381 5005).

6.30pm-2am. £7, mems £5.

Movimientos Live Cal Jader and Arias spin electro, Latin and Brazilian beats, plus live hip-hop, African rhythms, funk and soul music from Fur, Future Groove and Paraclouds. Notting Hill Arts Club, Notting Hill Gate, W11 3JQ (020 7460 4459). 7pm-2am. £5.

Panic! Max, Gaz and That Perfect Fumble play indie, electro and post-punk.

The Roxy, Rathbone Place, W1T 1HJ (020 7255 1098).

10pm-3am. £5, w/flyer/NUS £3.

Stupid Tuesday Funky and soulful house and pop. Thirst, Greek St, W1D 3DR (020 7437 1977).

9pm-3am. £3, free before 10pm.

Tuesday Night Karaoke DJ Richie supplies

Work! Old school funk, hip-hop and pop courtesy of Big John and Biggy C. Hidden, Tinworth St, SE11 5EQ (020 7247 4121). 11pm-4am. £6.

White Heat DJs Matty, Marcus and Olly spin indie and electro, plus La Sera and Race Horses perform live. Madame Jo Jo’s, Brewer St, W1F 0SE (020 7734 3040).

8pm-3am. £5, NUS £4.

WEDNESDAY 2

Vagabondz Congo Natty, Dance Rocks House, R‘n’B, chart, indie and 1980s and 1990s hits. The Watershed, The Broadway,

Tenor Fly, Mungo’s Hifi, Adrian Sherwood, Boyson, Crisis, Exodus and Dub Hunter play reggae, dubstep and jungle.

Cherryjam, Porchester Rd, W2 6ET (020 7727 9950). 7pm-2am. £10, £7 before midnight, free before 10pm.

Full Moon DJ Sole, Majestic MC,

The Good Foot Snowboy

Rattus Rattus, DJ Phat and Ryan Selsdon play house, dubstep, trance, electro and dance.

and Healer Selecta supply 1960s and 1970s deep funk, soul, rare groove, Mambo and R‘n’B.

St, NW1 7JE (0870 432 5527). 9pm3.30am. £10, free before 10pm.

The Den & Centro, West Central St, WC1A 1JJ (020 7240 1083).

10pm-3am. £7, £6 before midnight, £5 before 11pm, adv £5.

Madame Jo Jo’s, Brewer St, W1F 0SE (020 7734 3040). 10pm-3am. £8.

Connected Mendo,

Jamm Presents The House Burglars, Wilke-Wonders, Ray Keith and DJ Diversion spin house and drum ‘n’ bass, plus The Bays and Asteroid Deluxe play live sets. Jamm, Brixton Rd, SW9 6LH

Cable, Bermondsey St, SE1 2EG (020 7403 7730). 10pm-6am. £10.

SATURDAY 5 Buttoned Down Disco Indie, electro and pop from Christian Laing and Pete Wheeler. Koko, Camden High

Renaissance Rooms, Arches, Miles St, SW8 1RZ (0844 736 5375).

8pm-midnight. £10, NUS £5.

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Craig Smith, Negru, Russo, Ruthit, Perrin & Michaels, Saoirse Ryan, Little Tom, Nick Pryce and Pearson play electro, house and techno. Cargo, Rivington

Cable, Bermondsey St, SE1 2EG (020 7403 7730). 10pm-6am. £12.

(020 7274 5537). 10pm-6am. £10.

Just Beats UK house and deep house from DJ Petchy and Apex, plus a live set from Ossie. Pacha, Terminus Place, SW1V 1JR (0845 371 4489).

10pm-late. £15, adv £10.

hip-hop, drum ‘n’ bass and funk from Freestylers, Warrior One, Jurassik, Hong Kong Ping Pong and Country Cockney.

The Rhythm Factory, Whitechapel Rd, E1 1EW (020 7375 3774). 10pm6am. £12, £10 before midnight.

SUNDAY 6 Booster DJ Ferno, Dan K and Miss Crazy D, Jason Prince and James St James spin deep house and pop. Area, Albert Embankment, SE1 7HD (020 7091 0080). 7pm-midnight. £5.

Groove Sanctuary AfricanSpencer Parker, Mick & Dan Cos, Shaun & Ellis, Jesse James & Johnny Bloomfield, No Artifical Colours, Closure DJs, Multiplayerz, Harry Matisse, and Adam T play electro and house.

Feeling Gloomy Leonard and Cliff spin melancholy pop and indie. O2 Academy Islington, N1 Centre, Parkfield St, N1 0PS (0844 477 2000).

10.30pm-3.30am. £8, £6 before midnight, NUS £5, adv £4.50.

Latin, electronica, funk, disco and deep house from DJ Jimbo (Raw Deal), Joey Vieira and guests. Madame Jo Jo’s, Brewer St, W1F 0SE (020 7734 3040).

9.30pm-3am. £5, £3 before 11pm.

Orange The Oli, Paul Martin and The Sharp Boys spin house in room one, while Gonzola Rivas, David Jiminez and Hi Fi Sean provide minimal techno and tech-house in room two.

Fire, South Lambeth Rd, SW8 1UQ (020 7582 9890). 11pm-9am. £10£12, w/flyer £2 before midnight.

SLAGS/Chill-Out Dance anthems and commercial house from Simon Le Vans, Andy Almighty and Sean Sirrs.

Cheapskates Old school Moonlighting, Greek St, W1D 4DR (020 7437 5782/cc 020 7287 3727).

9pm-3.30am. £6, NUS £5, w/flyer £4.

StayinUp 1st Birthday

Supatronix Breakbeat,

Orange Yard, Manette St, W1D 4JB (0870 060 3777/cc 0871 231 0842).

10.30pm-3am. £6, NUS £4.

Roller Disco Funk and

8QP (020 7485 9006). 10pm-3am. £10, NUS/mems £8.

St, EC2A 3AY (020 7739 3440).

7pm-5am. £10, free before 10pm.

a selection of 1980s to 1990s soul, funk, disco and house classics.

hip-hop, electro and disco courtesy of DJ Downfall.

John Osbourne and Paul C in the main room, while DJ Milo plays party anthems in room two. The Electric Ballroom, NW1

Dex Club, Brixton Rd, SW9 8HH (020 7326 4455). 10pm-6am. £10.

Place, W1T 1HJ (020 7255 1098).

5pm-3.30am. £9, NUS £5, £4 before 10.30pm, free before 8.30pm.

DJs spin dubstep, 1980s pop, electro and indie. The Borderline,

The Shadow Lounge, Brewer St, W1F 0RF (020 7287 7988).

10pm-3am. £10, free before 11pm.

Shake Disco and pop from DJ

and deep house from DJ Crookid, Sole Intent, LP, Dennis Christensen and Jay Russell.

and John play pop, indie, retro and rock. The Roxy, Rathbone

DiscoDaze Mark Wilkinson plays

Hola Terry Vientheer and DJ Rokk play house.

St, EC2A 3HX (020 7739 5173).

9pm-5am. £10, NUS £8.

Big Night Out DJs David, Jim

Back To The Future Resident

St, W1F 8WL (020 7437 0525).

10pm-3.30am. £8, £6 before 11pm.

XI, Ash Seaborne, John Hughes, Norman Jay, Dom, Sean Garnham and Bobbie Anderson play techno, house, funk and dance. East Village, Great Eastern

United Souls Launch W/ Nyumba Deep Soulful house

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Gaz’s Rockin Blues DJ Gaz Mayall spins ska, rock ‘n’ roll and R‘n’B, plus a live performance from The Original Rabbit Foot Spasm Band. St Moritz, Wardour

Prologue’s 10th Birthday Party Paul Louth, Nick Dare,

FRIDAY 4

SW19 1SD (020 8540 0080). 11pm3am. £8, £5 before midnight.

pop, plus karaoke. Gallery Hendon, Hendon Way, NW4 3LH (020 8202 4000). 10pm-late. £4.

Arts Club, Notting Hill Gate, W11 3JQ (020 7460 4459). 7pm-2am. £8, £6 before 11pm, free before 8pm.

Jo Jo’s, Brewer St, W1F 0SE (020 7734 3040). 10pm-3am. £8.

disco for a wheeled audience.

Submit your free listing at least three weeks prior to the publication by emailing clubs@pressassociation.com.

Royal Vauxhall Tavern, Kennington Ln, SE11 5HY (020 7820 1222). 2pmmidnight. £5, £8 before 7.30pm.

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Natasha Vuckovic PICKS OUT THIS WEEK’S BEST CLUB NIGHTS

CLUB OF THE WEEK FUNK FARM Get your dancing hooves on for a trip to the Funk Farm.

Funkagenda is behind this farm of funk, with the eclectic British DJ having created the record label just last year in an attempt to put out quality house music. Whether he’s mixing up a storm with Mark Knight of Toolroom Knights fame, or performing on his own, you know there’s going to be good tunes when Funkagenda is on the line-up.

He’s bought in some of the big boys for this shin-dig with Basement Jaxx headlining with a DJ set.

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» Ministry of Sound, 103 Gaunt St, SE1 6DP

Elephant & Castle (0870 060 0010, ministryofsound.com). Sat, Feb 5, 11pm-7am. £15 adv

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Despite sounding like a botany show, The Garden Festival is an intimate music festival literally on Croatia’s shores. Before it hits the Adriatic in July, it’s doing a wee tour around the UK to get us in the mood for summery beats. With Detroit’s Tevo Howard, Commix, Sean Brosnan & Dom Chung and Basement Boogaloo.

Dance like an Egyptian as fortune tellers, snake charmers, magicians and shisha smoking take over Egg. Music-wise it’s all about house – you can catch label whore Juan Kidd, who’s splashed his music about, releasing on tracks on Defected, Steve Angello’s Size, Ericko Morillo’s Subliminal and CR2.

» Plan B, 18 Brixton Road, SW9 7AY Brixton (020 7733 0926, plan-brixton.co.uk ). Sat, Feb 5, 9am-5am. £10.

» Egg, 200 York Way, N7 9AP

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Kings Cross (020 7609 8364, egglondon.net). Sat, Feb 5, 10pm-10am. £13 adv

We have three pairs of tickets to A Garden Get Together and two pairs of tickets to Key of Life to give away. To enter, email grabs@tntmagazine. com with ‘Garden Get Together’ or ‘Key of Life’ by noon, Wed Feb 2.

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CLUB NEWS Deadmau5’s recent live show at Earl’s Court is now available on USB. The 4GB release includes an exclusive Live from Earl’s Court film shot in high definition, behind-thescenes footage from the show, an exclusive photo gallery and wallpapers for your computer. Available now for £30 from RecordStore.co.uk.

Drum ’n’ bass fans will be chuffed to know that Hospitality is returning to Brixton Academy on April 22, following the label’s sold- out September gig at the South London venue. The event will mark the label’s

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15-year anniversary. Tickets on sale now from ticketweb.co. uk. Line-up deets are yet to be revealed but if the past Hospitality events are anything to go by, this one is going to be big.

Saturday 19 March 2011 Earls Court Exhibition Centre

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WORLD VIEW strange tales from around the globe ...

Italy

MUMMY’S BOY DUMPED An Italian couple’s wedded bliss lasted just a month before the bride filed for divorce, citing her husband’s insistence on bringing his mother on their honeymoon.

Beautician Marianna, 36, who can only be identified by her first name because of Italian privacy laws, thought she was free of her motherin-law after the wedding. But her husband, 39, had secretly booked his mother into the same five-star Paris hotel.

Marinna’s lawyer said: “She wants a divorce because of her husband’s excessive emotional attachment to his mother.

“The mother-in-law was already living next door to the couple and things were tense but the straw that broke the camel’s back was when she found she was coming on honeymoon with them.”

TWEETS OF THE WEEK follow @tntmagazine @hofflimits (Mike Hoffman): a female assistant referee is going to explain the Equality Act to Andy Gray and Richard keys using condiments on the kitchen table @simonpegg (Simon Pegg): What do we all think of the word ‘amazeballs’? I kinda like it but my sister says it’s over @conanobrien (Conan O’Brien): Whoever took a bite of the pizza clearly labeled “CO’B” will be fired

Bit cold out: Chinese firefighters take part in a drill in the Jilin province.

Apparently, pushing tyres around with their shirts off helps build their resistance to the cold. Why do firefighters need to be resistant to cold?

Satnav demands compliance

writing off the car and causing £21,500 of damage to the structure.

The couple, who were travelling to France, were admitted to hospital overnight. “They were confused and didn’t notice that the navigation system was faulty,” a police spokesman said.

Germany

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BLAME THE SATNAV

MACCAS BANS CHAVS

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The store in Leyland, Lancs is refusing to serve undereighteens in sports gear after 7pm following a series of incidents.

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A pensioner ploughed his car in to the side of a village church after his satnav took him the wrong way. The 76-year-old driver was travelling with his wife in southern Germany when the device instructed him to turn right, where there was no road. Their Renault then smashed into the wall,

One customer described how he had to go home and change into a suit and tie in order to get a couple of cheeseburgers.

Manager Rachel Hilliker said: ‘’Over the last few weeks we’ve experienced a lot of anti-social behaviour from groups of youths. It’s almost gang-style fighting at the weekend. ‘’My staff have been threatened and been told they will be stabbed when they finish work. The local police are working with us at the moment and their advice is to take a zerotolerance approach.’’

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United Kingdom

There’s nothing as inviting as a warm swimming pool on a cold winter day. Unless, that is, the water is being warmed by a crematorium incinerator while it burns dead bodies.

But that’s exactly what swimmers in one UK borough are facing, after Redditch Council bosses put forward the proposals to reCrematoriums: nice once you’re in use energy. The plans were slammed as “sick, insulting and insensitive”.

But when officials ran the man’s fingerprints But a spokesman for the Conservative-run through a national database, they uncovered the authority said: “Redditch Borough Council, with a fact he had been using a fake name and had been commitment to reducing carbon dioxide emissions, a fugutive since his escape. Nathan is now is considering proposals to re-use energy at its expected to be taken back to Florida. crematorium to heat a nearby leisure centre.

“The heat would otherwise be exhausted Canada into the atmosphere.”

SCHOOL OF ROCK A former Miss Canada finalist has become the first person in the world to graduate with a Masters in Beatles studies.

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CRIM BUSTED PEEING A convicted robber on the run for 27 years has been arrested after he was caught urinating in public.

Edward Nathan Jr escaped from a Florida’s Tampa Community Correctional Center in 1983, halfway through his five-year sentence.

He managed to evade police for nearly three decades before being busted in Atlanta for taking a cheeky slash.

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Mary-Lu Zahalan-Kennedy, from Canada, was one of the first 12 students to sign up for the Liverpool Hope University course on the Fab Four in 2009.

She said: “I am so proud of my achievement.

The course was challenging, enjoyable and it provided a great insight into the impact the Beatles had and still have to this day across all aspects of life.”

Mike Brocken, course founder, said: “Mary-Lu now joins an internationally recognised group of scholars of Popular Music Studies who are able to offer fresh and thought-provoking insights into the discipline of musicology.”

All that studying for exams, possibly with a Little Help From Her Friends, must have been a Hard Day’s Night for Mary-Lu, but we bet she’s Glad All Over now.

Girl-on-girl is acceptable

Half of men would forgive their girlfriend’s infidelity, as long as it was with another woman, boffins from the Uni-

By contrast, only 21 per cent of women said they’d stick with the relationship if their

versity of ‘Tell us something we don’t know’ have found.

partner had a homosexual experience.

Definitely OK

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Pounds spent by two British students to launch a video camera into space, using a helium balloon to record the Earth’s surface. Resourceful.

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Feet of Christmas ribbon eaten by Buster, a Jack Russell who lives in Dorset. Buster survived but had to endure a pretty embarrassing visit to the vet.

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Years of marriage endured by a man who reported his wife to police after he opted to sleep on the sofa to escape her demands for sex.

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Pounds spent by Canadian man Dan Hockey on travel and lingerie for his silicone dolls. Hockey is married, but insists his wife doesn’t mind.

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Julian Assange is resisting extradition to Sweden

His day

IN COURT Will Julian Assange get a fair shake?

WikiLeaks chief Julian Assange faces extradition but freedom of expression is also in the dock WORDS TOM STURROCK

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n a London courtroom next week, the immediate fate of Julian Assange will be decided. The Australia director of whistleblowing website WikiLeaks faces extradition to Sweden on sexual assault charges. Critics believe these have been designed to facilitate a second extradition to the US, where Assange would endure a final reckoning for drawing back the curtain and publishing diplomatic secrets.

Assange’s hearing, on Monday and Tuesday, will be held in the shadows of Belmarsh Prison, once described as “the British Guantanamo Bay”. The symbolism is unmistakeable but Assange’s case and its polarising effects reinforce the old idiom: one man’s terrorist is another man’s freedom fighter.

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THE STORY SO FAR WikiLeaks was launched in 2006, as a publisher of protected information from

anonymous sources; within a year, it boasted a database of more than 1.6m documents.

In 2010, it published classified documents relating to the conduct of US forces in Afghanistan and Iraq. Then in November, it published thousands of diplomatic cables sent from US embassies.

They were allegedly downloaded and passed to WikiLeaks by Bradley Manning, a US soldier serving in Iraq, and were in turn reprinted by newspapers around the world.

The disclosure provoked extreme reactions in some quarters of American politics, much of it directed at Assange.

President Obama offered measured condemnation but many were less restrained. Sarah Palin, for example, described Assange as “an anti-American operative with blood on his hands”, while Mike Huckabee, a prospective Republican

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presidential candidate in 2012, insisted “anything less than execution is too kind.”

In December, Scotland Yard received a European arrest warrant for Assange, relating to sexual assault charges in Sweden. Assange turned himself in and has since been preparing to fight extradition after being granted bail.

THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE WikiLeaks’ success in obtaining and publishing information that eluded the mainstream media, followed by Assange’s swift arrest on charges previously deemed too weak to pursue by Swedish authorities, has fuelled suspicion that prosecution of Assange is politically motivated.

Australian peace activist Ciaron O’Reilly, in London to support the WikiLeaks founder, is in no doubt the US government is pursuing a vendetta.

“We are concerned this is being driven by the US, which now sees him as an enemy,” O’Reilly says. “So we certainly fear for his life and for his lifelong liberty.”

O’Reilly insists the sexual assault charges are manifestations of a desire to curtail Assange’s work on WikiLeaks.

“He’d presumably appeal the

extradition but he’d be locked up for years while that takes place,” O’Reilly says. “Other people will continue his work but the US government wants to make an example of him.

“What he’s revealed aren’t secrets to the elite but they’re secrets to ordinary people. I’m a Christian – I believe that the truth will set you free and I think what he’s done is very heroic.”

CONSPIRACIES DEBUNKED The spectre of an irate US government, determined to hang Assange in the public square, is easily conjured. But Bob Satchwell, secretary of the Society of Editors, an industry body set up to protect press freedoms, is sceptical of the political dimension attached to Assange’s charges.

“I’m not a conspiracy theorist – it would be so difficult to implement that,” Satchwell says. “It would be crazy for a government to interfere with that freedom of expression, especially when the WikiLeaks revelations have not been

particularly earth-shattering. They weren’t big blockbuster stories, more about history than about hard news.”

Satchwell, though, is more bullish on the principle of free expression, which he believes will sit front and centre should Assange be forced to defend himself in an American court.

“People have freedom of expression and journalists’ freedom to publish stems from that,” he says. “If he gets taken to the US, they would have show that he’s broken a law in that country. There will be a big argument between those who think he has and the other side will have a very powerful lobby arguing his freedom.”

WIKILEAKS’ GREATEST HITS Among the thousands of documents released by WikiLeaks, a few choice excerpts received particular attention:

The leaks drew back the curtain of official secrecy

Newspapers also published the WikiLeaks cables

Iran-Israel relations Several Arab leaders urged the US to sanction military action against Iran, and Israel was prepared to sponsor the overthrow of the Iranian government in 2007.

Secret war in Yemen The Obama administration launched covert strikes on suspected terrorists in Yemen, which

the Yemeni government took responsibility for and lied about.

Afghan corruption The US deals regularly with a brother of President Hamid Karzai who is believed to be corrupt and a drug trafficker. It is official confirmation that the US is in bed with criminal elements.

Diplomats as spies Secretary of State Hillary Clinton ordered US diplomats to collect personal information on foreign officials including credit card numbers and biometric information.

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xxx xxx Andy Gray (far left) and Richard Keys (far right) went a bit far … for some

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istening to Andy Gray and Richard Keys snigger their way through the series of Beavis And Butthead-esque pronouncements that cost the duo their lucrative jobs as Sky Sports presenters is cringeinducing. They’re crass and boring and if I met them in my local pub I wouldn’t give them the time of day.

But they’re hardly unique. The country is full of men who talk like this. Is anyone really that sheltered that they are never party to to rude or fatuous comments?

I’m not pretending for a second that sexism isn’t rife in many industries, least of all in football, not known for its progressive sensibilities. But let’s pick our battles.

Women are, actually, quite able to defend themselves from smutty comments made by middle-aged men showing off to their mates.

Now please help us get equal pay and explain why it is that men still dominate the top level of most industries.

The hoopla around the trivial talk makes a mockery of real inequality.

Suggesting that women are too fragile to deal with a conversation about whether Jamie Redknapp

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“smashed it” with his ex does us no favours. The idea that we are somehow more pure than men is to me far more insidiously sexist than the blatant ignorance of Sky’s disgraced presenters.

Personally, I find something unnervingly patronising in the defence of women mounted by News International.

Last Tuesday, The Sun – another News property – ran the headline “Get ‘Em Off”. It referred to Gray and Keys but beside it sat a picture of Massey in a short skirt looking, well, smashable.

So, no thanks News, you’re just not convincing as a sexism-battling knight in shining armour. We know you don’t really give a toss.

WORSE SINS THAN SKINS The MTV-produced version of Bristol teen-series Skins is not going down well in the US. Oh, no. Waaay too much shagging and drug-taking for

“doTeenagers get off their faces ” the Parents Television Council (PTC), which has called it the “most dangerous” programme on television.

But Skins is just a TV show and teenagers are sophisticat-

ed enough to accept it as the exaggerated version of reality it is. That’s entertainment.

Secondly, teenagers do have sex and get off their faces. Surely it’s par for the course. Guidance to make sure they’re safe is vital, but the idea that either of these activities is innately ‘bad’ has no logic.

Worry if your teenagers are bullies, worry if they’re cruel or aggressive. Worry if they’re sad. But please, PTC, don’t freak out just because they’re watching Skins.

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SPORT VIEW Bite-sized action and analysis Rugby union

SPRINGBOKS CLEARED Springboks Chiliboy Ralepelle and Bjorn Basson have been cleared to return to rugby after a South African Rugby Union judicial committee ruled that they were not at fault for their positive drug test last year.

The committee said in a ruling released on Friday that a reprimand was the “appropriate sanction” for hooker Ralepelle and winger Basson after they tested positive for the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine following South Africa’s victory over Ireland in November.

The committee, comprising two lawyers and a doctor, delivered the bemusing ruling that it was “comfortably satisfied” that the players had no intention of enhancing their performance through the use of a prohibited substance.

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American football

PACKERS FAVOURITES The Green Bay Packers are set to start slight favourites against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Super Bowl on Sunday evening.

The Packers advanced to their first Super Bowl in 13 years with a 21-14 victory over long-time rivals Chicago, forcing President Obama to eat humble pie. Pittsburgh beat the New York Jets 24-19 in the other semi-final to book their eighth Super Bowl appearance and their third in the past six years.

Christina Aguilera will sing the all-important national anthem while the Black Eyed Peas will perform at half-time.

BIG WEEK FOR ...

■ Michael Clarke (pictured) is in the

Cricket

BACK-TO-BACK ASHES Ashes series are epic enough when played over five Tests but the 2013 instalment is set to be even more gruelling than usual, after Cricket Australia confirmed there will be back-to-back Ashes series that year.

England will host the 2013 series before heading to Australia a few months later for the return bout. The quirk in scheduling is a result of Australia hosting the 2015 World Cup, which is when England would otherwise be touring Down Under. It means the two sides will play 10 consecutive Tests in two separate series between the middle of 2013 and early 2014. If one side dominates, that could be painful.

“I just think it’s disrespectful and disruptive to have these conversations when we know who our coach is and we know what we’ve got to do this year,” the actor said.

Crowe has also been busy defending his club’s decision to announce casino Star City as their front-of-jersey sponsor for 2011. The arrangement represents a major backflip for the club, who took an admirably principled stand in 2007 when they tried to remove poker machines from Souths Leagues Club, saying that taking profit from poker machines was at odds with the club’s program.

Rugby league

BENNETT TO BUNNIES? With speculation heightening that legendary NRL coach Wayne Bennett will move from St GeorgeIllawarra to South Sydney in 2012, Rabbitohs owner Russell Crowe has been doing his best to cut the rumours off at the knees.

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worst form of his life and desperately needs some runs in the two remaining ODIs against England, to be played in the small hours of Tuesday and Sunday. After a lean Ashes series, Clarke has looked scratchy in the 50over game, struggling to settle or score fluently. He’s unlikely to be dropped, but with Ricky Ponting and Mike Hussey to return, Clarke needs to start justifying his spot.

Keep your eye on the ball: England’s Darius Knight is a picture of concentration during the 66th English Open Table Tennis Championship. Wonder if they play in a garage on a wonky table with a busted net like the rest of us.

Chelsea offered £35m for Fernando Torres

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I don’t see “much winter, except when I’m in Melbourne

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My kids are “great and that’s my number-one priority. Golf falls somewhere down the list after that Preview … Kenny Dalglish’s biggest test yet LIVERPOOL V CHELSEA Sunday 3.30pm TV: Sky Sports 1

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish is already a legend at Anfield and that ensures he will be given more time to turn the club’s onfield fortunes around than an outsider might command; what a boost it would be for the entire club if they turn over Chelsea this weekend.

Liverpool endured a wretched run under Roy Hodgson – they were stricken by injuries and a lack of cohesion. Dalglish’s return, though, has brought a renewed focus. Most encouragingly, star striker Fernando Torres, who was abject for the first half of the season, appears to have rediscovered some of his touch. Indeed, he’s been impressive enough for Chelsea to offer £35m for his services.

If Liverpool can claw their way back up into the top six and secure the last of the spots guaranteeing entry to the Europa League, Dalglish will be entitled to claim a measure of success.

His counterpart at Chelsea, Carlo Ancelotti, finds himself in an inverted set of circumstances.

Having looked nigh on unbeatable earlier in the season, Chelsea have seriously lost their mojo, to the point where back-to-back titles are no longer on the menu; they now finding themselves duking it out with Tottenham for fourth spot.

Admittedly, there’s enough time left this season that the result on Sunday will not define either team’s season but, should Liverpool prevail, it would offer a poignant thumbnail sketch of two sides whose early-season trajectories have been completely reversed. And really, seeing Chelsea on their knees is pure delight.

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Golfer Tiger Woods continues to rehabilitate his image. Spare us the piety.

Nobody is buying it.

I’ve been dedi“cated to pigeons even when I have been fighting or getting locked up Mike Tyson (below), the baddest man on the planet, is a committed pigeon-fancier.

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The Chat … Holloway’s wheels greased What’s happened?

After Blackpool skipper Charlie Adam (right) requested a transfer – with Liverpool his likely destination – it emerged that his manager, Ian Holloway, is entitled to a cut of any transfer fee.

Is that uncommon?

About half of Premier League managers have a similar provision in their contracts, particuarly those

at selling clubs that need to develop players and sell them on to balance their books.

So why the attention?

Well, it all came to light after Holloway spent the previous weekend insisting Adam was worth at least £10m.

No one seriously suspects Holloway of doing anything wrong, this kind of conflict of interest is ripe for exploitation.

TV HIGHLIGHTS FOOTBALL Wales v England, Fri 7.45pm, BBC1 Blockbuster Six Nations opener

CRICKET Australia v England, Sun 3am, Sky Sports 1 The final ODI of the series

AMERICAN FOOTBALL Green Bay v Pittsburgh, Sun 10pm, Sky Sports 1 The Super Bowl – the greatest show in the world

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Bernard Tomic faces a lonely road

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ustralia and Great Britain host two of tennis’s four Grand Slam tournaments, but the failure of both nations to consistently produce world-class players points to both countries’ deepening irrelevance.

Sure, the British have Andy Murray, a fine player, while the Aussies have Samantha Stosur, who has the game to win majors, if not the temperament. For the future, Australia pins its hopes on 18-year-old Bernard Tomic while 17-year-old Laura Robson already courts equally unrealistic expectation in the UK. The grim reality, though, is that the established players near the top are anomalies. They are one-offs, rather than products systems that work. And the youngsters, even if they deliver on their potential, face similarly lonely paths as the sole bearers of their country’s hopes.

The question arises, then: on what basis do Australia and Great Britain – if they no longer consistently produce their quota of top players – deserve to host majors?

This is not to suggest the Australian Open or Wimbledon should be relocated – they are successful

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events, popular with fans, players and sponsors alike. It is merely to point out that, as a map of the game’s hotspots, the Grand Slam schedule is an anachronism; it is a relic of a sporting landscape that has been dramatically reshaped.

Suppose the ATP was started afresh tomorrow and, with tradition cast aside, four new majors fixtured in the countries with the best players, the most ambitious development programs and the greatest potential to expand the game.

On what grounds would one claim the right for Melbourne or London to host the sport’s showpiece events ahead of Moscow, Beijing, Barcelona or Buenos Aires?

AUSSIE RULES BEATS CURVE Australia doesn’t have the best reputation on race relations; and few would credit Australian sport with

We’re no “longer called racist names ” the powers of self-criticism needed for whites to address non-white grievances.

So it is no small irony that Aussie Rules, the most Australian game – indeed, the

only indigenous one – was so ahead of the curve in its approach to racial sensitivies.

Since 1993, the AFL has adopted a zero-tolerance policy on racial vilification.

Meanwhile, in European football, institutional racism continues to fester.

Last week, former Adelaide Crows star Andrew McLeod, an Aboriginal, addressed the UN. “No longer do we get called racist names,” McLeod said. “It has become a thing of the past.’’ Amen to that.

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TheJOYof SIX Six Nations rugby gets under way this weekend.

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hoever wins the Six Nations will undoubtedly be talked up as potential world champions.

On last season’s end-of-year form, it would be fair to say England start favourites.

Lewis Moody: adds starch

ENGLAND Overall: Still hard to assess – flashes of inspiration are regularly spliced with dispiriting failure. They will be hoping to produce more of the spectacular rugby that saw them pummel Australia at Twickenham last November without revisiting the dour fumbling that cost them against South Africa.

Star player: Lewis Moody – the skipper has engendered some starch in the English side but is fighting to be fit and is hoping

to be ready to face France on February 26.

Prediction: Winners.

FRANCE Overall: The defending champions have been the most successful side of recent years, winning three of the past five titles.

That said, some underwhelming performances at the end of last year, most notably a thumping from Australia, seem to suggest France have gone off the boil slightly since winning in 2010.

Star player: Morgan Parra – the young scrum-half will be calling the shots for Les Bleus for the next decade. Prodigiously talented, with the obligatory quick hands and sublime vision.

Prediction: Second

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The World “ Cup is only six months away ” ITALY Overall: They’ve finished in last place for the past three tournaments, winning just two of 15 matches, leading some to question their participation. Indeed, there remains a naivety about their play and decision-making, as well as an inability to execute the basics under pressure.

Star player: Sergio Parisse – the captain is one of Italy’s few truly world-class players and will be desperate to perform after missing last year’s tournament with a knee injury.

Prediction: Sixth.

IRELAND Overall: Impressed last year by finishing second and, at the end of 2010, Ireland pushed South Africa all the way and were not disgraced against the all-conquering All Blacks, suggesting the Men in Green are on the right track and could even cause some surprises at the World Cup. Star player: Brian O’Driscoll – he’s getting a bit long in the tooth, but O’Driscoll’s ON THE BOX FRIDAY 7.45pm BBC1 Getty Images

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Brian O’Driscoll: a near-perfect centre

blend of pace, brute strength and attacking instincts make him a near-perfect centre.

Prediction: Third.

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England are well-placed to win their first Six Nations title since 2003 and the fans will be predictably upbeat about their prospects. That said, England have flattered to deceive before under Martin Johnson’s reign – countless setbacks have been followed by a return to the drawing board, more attacking rugby promised and nextbig-things annointed.

With that in mind, it’s time for England to deliver. Their favouritism for this tournament indicates they’re on the right track but it also means failure will be met with the kind of selfWALES flagellation England do so well.

Overall: Since romping to an unbeaten Indeed, Johnon has already been told by his paymasters Grand Slam victory in 2008, Wales have that anything less than a cooled off with two fourth-placed top-two finish will be deemed finishes. Although they lost to the three “unacceptable”. Whether touring sides at the end of last year, that benchmark is Wales acquited themselves reached or not adequately; there’s enough could be quality in the squad, but determined in the not much razzle-dazzle. first fortnight of Star player: Stephen the tournament, Hook – can play with England fullback, centre or facing Wales outside half and has and France in just joined French their first two giants Perpignan.

Martin Johnson: always grumpy matches.

Prediction: Fourth.

SCOTLAND Overall: They returned from Argentina with a rousing series win, but were belted

by New Zealand, only to bounce back by beating South Africa. In the final analysis, though, Scotland probably don’t have enough good players to challenge more talented sides week-in, week-out.

Star player: Dan Parks – the Sydney-born flyhalf has been immense since being recalled last year, his reliable kicking is one of the shining lights for Scotland.

Prediction: Fifth.

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More job losses loom The number of jobless in Britain is expected to rise by 2.4 per cent this year, according to The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development The predictions come on the back of news of the country’s economy contracting by 0.5 per cent, delivering a blow to job seekers across the country.

The desolate growth figures – from 7.9 to 9.3 - send a

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Women in their 20s are now paid more than their male peers, who work longer hours, retire later and die earlier. The findings have sparked a call from Dominic Raab, the Tory MP for Esher and Walton, to put an end to ‘feminist bigotry’.

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he importance of positive male role models has been known for years.

Fathers, brothers, uncles and family friends have traditionally filled the role.

But with longer working hours and a dearth of male teachers in schools over the past decade, it has become accepted to have a male nanny – known as the manny – around the house.

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EXPERIENCE MOST IMPORTANT The most important thing for a manny is experience with children, says Merrylees.

Guys who have coached sports, swimming, Camp America, or worked as school teachers are all sought after.

“There are a number of them who have a babysitting-for-family-and-friends background which I value very highly.”

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IN HOT DEMAND Annie Merrylees, of London-based manny agency My Big Buddy, has 350 mannies on her books. She says the biggest reason families want another man about the house is that “boys get on with boys”.

“And sometimes girls aged four-10 are just as active as their brothers and they want to go out and run and jump around and climb trees so there is a bit of the whole role model thing,” she says.

Business is booming for Merrylees.

“There’s a growing demand and it’s all word-of-mouth. We don’t advertise but once they sprout in a certain area, the boys turn up at the school and the mums get very interested,” she says.

Originally in the Kensington/ Notting Hill areas, My Big Buddy has recently branched out to Crouch End, Highgate and Hampstead. “The north is going to take off a bit more this year,” she adds.

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Duties as a manny are many and varied

entertainment - kicking a ball in the park, biking – then comes homework, preparing the evening meal, bathtime, bedtime and organising breakfast and school bags/ uniforms so the next day runs smoothly.

“We just say you’re helping out mum... so if that’s take the car to get MOT’d or washed or taking the dogs to the vet then so be it,” Merrylees says.

DIFFERENT STROKES …

Patience and a fun-loving attitude are the most important traits a manny can bring, according to Merrylees.

For weekend and holidays families seek big, friendly personalities. But on a daily basis, sometimes quieter, more diligent characters work better especially with the live-ins. “They don’t necessarily want someone who’s on and upbeat all the time,” she says.

“We’re always looking for a range.”

Mannies usually earn about £10 an hour but this can vary depending on whether or not they live with the family.

JEALOUS HUSBANDS? Some men don’t take kindly to another male around the house but it’s only when they haven’t been consulted. “Often there’s feelings of ‘why would a guy

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would want to do this’ – a little bit of ‘that’s my job’ type of thing – but if the father’s involved in the interview those soon fade,” Merrylees says.

For those still hesitant, a three-hour “playdate” is arranged date to see how kids and mannies respond and 95 per cent react positively.

“When the manny explains he’s been around kids his whole life and that he loves seeing them catch a ball and ride a bike, fathers relate because they have the same feelings themselves,” Merrylees adds.

HERE TO STAY In the end having a manny is a win-win for all involved.

“It gives the mannies a chance to pass on their skills – the children respond really well to it and appreciate it. At the end of the day, I’m pitching these guys because they are good people, they’ve got skills to teach and lessons to pass on and they enjoy doing that. It’s a good thing.”

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“I’ve been a live-in manny in Kingston for three months but I’ve got a brother who’s a lot younger so I looked after him and family friends’ kids as well. I’ve also been an Aussie Rules and cricket coach.

“I just fell into the job after I met someone who was doing it, and he put me onto the agency. I now look after two boys who are seven and 10.

“I work from 7am - 7pm, Monday to Friday. Each morning I get the boys up, get them dressed and take them to school. I spend the rest of the day organising their after-school activities, helping around the house – sometimes even gardening.

“It’s a little more causal than many other jobs, and you never know quite what’s going to happen, everyday’s different. I particularly like the challenge of working with kids. They do something different each day and you often have to find solutions for the challenges they give you - it always keeps it interesting.

“The only downside is if the kids are really tired or have had a bad day at school and they take it out on me but I can’t take it personally. Five minutes later they’re completely different.

“I’m paid better than I would be working in a pub and have a great place to live. It’s a fun job.”

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Holidays can be cheaper olidaymakers are wasting money by booking their breaks at the wrong time.

The Co-operative Travel company found that travellers could make an average saving of £148 by switching from the most expensive day of a month to the cheapest.

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director Trevor Dean said: “Doing your research, being flexible and booking well in advance can sometimes save enough to pay for a second holiday.” He added that it paid for holidaymakers to book through travel agents, as they were incentivised to find their customers better prices.

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Mobile phones are being increasingly cashed in.

Sellmymobile.com has seen a 70 per cent increase in enquiries about mobile phone recycling. The iPhone 4 fetches £360, while the Nokia 5800 Xpress Music and BlackBerry 8520 Curve are worth approximately £150.

Music fans are at risk of losing thousands of pounds worth of digital music because their household insurer does not protect downloaded material, according to Which? The magazine recommended NFU Mutual and Hiscox, which offer £1000 and £2500 worth of cover respectively.

How do you budget in London?

I cook up big the night before so I don’t have to buy lunch at work. I also head to the markets for cheap fruit and vegetables. You can get big bowls for £1 each. This keeps my savings in check.

Any money-saving tips for when you first arrive?

Eat cheap and walk as much as you can. You get to see the city and save on travel. Also, get your friends around for cheap pre-drinks before a night out.

Last big blowout?

New Year’s Eve. It was crazy and the details are hazy, but I know I spent a lot of cash.

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Late-night hot chips after a night out. So tasty.

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UK MOVIE LOCATIONS ■ PEMBROKESHIRE, WALES Robin Hood was filmed in Pembrokeshire, an area of outstanding natural beauty with gorgeous bays and sandy beaches.

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■ CORNWALL, ENGLAND Alice In Wonderland was filmed in Cornwall’s 18th century Anthony House and National Trust Gardens.

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Excludes ferry prices. Valid for departures until the end of Feb. Spend Valentine’s Day soaking up the sights and sounds of the historic city of Edinburgh for £85 with lowcostholidays.com (0800 1116271), including two nights’ B&B accommodation and flights. Departs Feb 13.

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Sweden’s second city is nowhere near as big or famous as Stockholm, but it’s perfect for an enchanting winter weekend break as it’s often covered in a blanket of snow. It’s small enough to explore with ease yet big enough to have plenty to do, plus it’s cheaper than the capital. It’s also arguably Sweden’s coolest city with its hip pavement cafes, freethinking artists and craggy windswept islands.

HEADLINE ATTRACTION The Liseberg Amusement Park is smack bang in the middle of the city, and is Sweden’s most popular tourist attraction,

with three million visitors every year. It has plenty of hair-raising rides.

BEST OF THE REST Open since last summer, The Wheel of Gothenburg, set on the water’s edge, has glass gondolas offering sweeping views of the city. Other city highlights include the Rohsska Museet, the only design museum in Sweden; Varldskulturmuseet, a cuttingedge museum of world culture; the Universeum science discovery centre (complete with an indoor rainforest); and the spectacular waterfront Opera House.

CHOW DOWN Gothenburg has an abundance of fresh, delicious seafood

on offer. Pickled herring is a speciality, particularly when served with a tangy sauce.

You can find it at the Feskekorka, also known as the ‘Fish Church’, a huge indoor seafood market that resembles a cathedral. For giant shrimp sandwiches and knockout views, check out Heaven 23, a restaurant on the 23rd floor of the Hotel Gothia Towers.

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SHOP TIL YOU DROP A walk down Andra Långgatan, Gothenburg’s trendiest street, reveals uber- cool junk shops and record stores jostling for space alongside student-friendly drinking dens.

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- Only 150 meters to the south entrance of Liseberg Amusement Park.

- 800m to Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre & Universeum Science Center.

We offer you an affordable and comfortable accommodation close to the Center.

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WHEN TO GO Any time. Snow in winter can be enchanting, while summers are warm.

GETTING THERE BA, bmi and Ryanair fly direct to Gothenburg from London from £27.

VISAS South Africans need a Schengen visa.

CURRENCY Swedish kroner.

1 GBP = 8.9 SEK LANGUAGE Swedish. Most people speak English.

GETTING AROUND The Goteborg Pass gives you free entry to the Liseberg Amusement Park and museums, plus unlimited rides on public transport.

GOING OUT A beer costs about 35 SEK. ACCOMMODATION Dorms from about 190 SEK. A double in a basic hotel is about 800 SEK. SEE goteborg.com

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WINNER A CURIOUS CAT, MAKARSKA, CROATIA Stephen Barrell, Whangarei, New Zealand

Despite the kitty taking up just a tiny area in this shot, Stephen has managed to make him the star attraction.

He sits right at the cross section of the turquoise pole and diagonal line of blooms, which the eye cannot help but follow. The darkened edges of the image serve to keep the viewer in the frame and accentuate the

highlighted areas in the shot.

Stephen has put the cat in a position of power by placing him high in the frame. You certainly get the impression that this cat would not tolerate fools gladly!

HOT TIP: Your subject does not have to fill the frame.

If you do not have a zoom lens, use the surrounding environment to support and

enhance your subject. » Stephen wins a three-day tour of Scotland for two valued at £198 from Haggis Adventures (0131 557 9393; haggisadventures.com).

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HOT TIP: Even the slightest movement can affect the way the foreground lies against the background.

Get used to seeing ‘flat’ in camera so you can objectively judge how your backgrounds will look in print. » Nimai wins a photography course voucher from Nigel Wilson Photography (020 7793 8664; photographycourses. org.uk) valued at £60.

CHILDREN AT VARANASI Nimai Chandra Ghosh, India What goes on in the background is crucial to how it affects your foreground.

These two cheeky chappies were totally unaware of the drama unfolding in the background as they strutted their stuff for the camera. The illusion of perspective has made the diving figure tiny, but highly significant, as he sails over his smiling comrades.

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THEME: MARKETS Markets, Prague by Travers Smyth, New Zealand

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Markets are a wonderful place to study human life. Most of the people are engrossed in their daily machinations leaving you to people watch and snap in relative peace. Travers has packed his image with the hustle and bustle of market life even though he has homed in on one subject.

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WHY THIS WORKS: 1 There’s a nice lead-in with the brightly coloured tomatoes. The colour is echoed by the lights in the background giving a dark scene lots of lift.

2 The shot is full of people but they do not distract from the main subject in the foreground.

The shallow depth of field means the bag of apples and the man on the right turning away from the camera fade

into the background.

3 The lights in the distance provide separation (depth to the image) and prevent the image being too dark.

4 Despite being close to the main subject, he is totally unaffected by the camera.

TIPS: 1 Classic street photography works best with a standard lens – a 35mm or 50mm. A zoom does not get you close

to the action and a wide lens is not voyeuristic enough.

2 In a busy area, you can set or predict shots. See a setting and wait for the elements to fall into place – for example, it would look great if a bald man was walking in front of a poster advertising hair restorer.

3 Don’t lurk suspiciously. If you are obvious about what you are doing, people will relax more than if you jump out at them from behind pillars.

4 Shoot from the hip – literally.

Set the camera to semiautomaticand use a slightly wider angle lens than normal.

Crop after the event for the best composition.

5 You do not need to get permission to take photos in a public place unless there are obvious – and they have to be obvious – signs preventing you from doing so (museums and concerts being an example).

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ooking towards the north face of the Bec de Rosses, a fabled mountain in the Swiss ski resort of Verbier, I ask a friend whether the extreme skiers and boarders zoom down the left- or righthand side of the mountain. “Neither,” she replies, “they go down the middle.”

‘Simply not possible’ is the first term that springs to mind. How anyone could navigate a slope that’s so steep and so strewn with jagged rocks and cliffs, that it looks more suited to rock climbing than skiing or boarding, is beyond me.

But it’s a chance to watch some of the world’s most hardcore athletes taking on the Bec de Rosses – along with the opportunity for some not-so-extreme

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Some prefer the safety of the viewing platform. Can’t blame them really …

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he raises a hand to SWITZERLAND skiing of my own – that show he’s OK, before has brought me to what’s the rescue chopper known as Xtreme Verbier. arrives to winch him Verbier Geneva Every March, Verbier away. hosts the competition, which ITALY NOT SO FAST is the final round of the Even if you’re not a wannabe Freeride World Tour, which since freerider, Verbier has plenty to keep you 2007 has brought together the leading top interested. Made up of four linked valleys, male and female extreme skiers and it has has no shortage of places for snowboarders for events around the world. beginners and experts alike. There’s IT’S ALL DOWNHILL snow-sure skiing on the 3330m-high From the safety and comfort of a viewing Mont Fort, and plenty of challenging area opposite the Bec de Rosses, the black (difficult) and red (intermediate) danger is obvious. Some of the riders jump runs on the higher slopes. off 50ft cliffs, others launch blindly off a Meanwhile, down low are some lovely ridge without seeing their landing point, blue (easy) runs through the trees that are while others prefer extreme speed. But perfect for novices. unlike a regular, groomed slope, a mistake But a word of warning: if you do watch on the Bec de Rosses can be fatal. A the pro freeriders in action don’t let their mistimed jump could leave the rider skill supercharge your adrenalin the next splattered on a rock, while the slope time you strap on the skis or board. is so steep – 60 degrees in some I try some extreme antics of my places – that anyone who crashes own on the run down to the resort will simply keep tumbling down. and end up having a crash or three.

But there are no such worries While I didn’t need a rescue in the women’s final, as the chopper, I was sporting two riders make their way – after serious bruises that night. some hair-raising jumps and Which, embarrassingly, turns – to the finish area. was two more than the Then it’s the turn of the event winners sitting men, the first dozen or so across the bar toasting riders leaving myself and their victory. the other spectators » Nissan XTreme scratching our heads at the Verbier by Swatch, bravery on show. That is March 19, 2011. See until one crashes badly freerideworldtour. after jumping a 30ft cliff. It com. seems like an eternity until Alaskan Elyse Saugstad is one of the

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WHEN TO GO The Nissan Xtreme Verbier is on March 18-20, 2011. The ski season runs from December to April.

GETTING THERE Geneva is the closest airport. It’s two hours by train to Verbier.

GETTING AROUND Verbier is compact and easily explorable on foot.

VISAS South Africans need a Schengen visa.

CURRENCY Swiss Franc. 1 GBP = 1.51 CHF. LANGUAGE French, but English is widely spoken.

GOING OUT A beer costs around ¤5.

ACCOMMODATION There are a couple of lodges offering dorm accommodation (from 34CHF per night), along with plenty of super-swish hotels. Verbier.ch lists the options.

SEE verbier.ch and freerideworldtour.com.

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SKI WONDERLAND SWITZERLAND’S BEST SKI RESORTS ■ ZERMATT. A magnificent, car-free resort that sits under the majestic presence of the Matterhorn. The skiing is excellent, and it links in to the Italian resort of Cervinia.

■ ST MORITZ. Expect to see plenty of cash being flaunted in the top-end restaurants, spas and boutiques at Europe’s king of on-snow bling.

■ JUNGFRAU. Postcard-perfect villages, particularly Grindelwald, Murren and Wengen, set among the majestic peaks of the Eiger-MonchJungfrau range.

■ DAVOS KLOSTERS. These linked resorts are the place to bump into people who are rich, famous, powerful and/or royal.

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TIPS Make the most of 24 hours in Madrid

READERS’ TIPS CHINA CHALLENGE

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When travelling TIP OF around China, THE WEEK always carry water and food out with you as delays can occur at random, even on short journeys. A compass is also handy as street signage can be difficult to interpret.

It’s worth writing a few standard key phrases in the local language to make travel easier and to avoid frustration.

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YOU ASKED FOR IT Laura Lindsay FROM LONELY PLANET I am off to Madrid next month and literally have just 24 hours there. What sights would you prioritise to see first?

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Luckily Madrid is a 24-hour city so you can maximise your limited time there by enjoying its fabulous architecture by day and its illustrious nightlife. Limit yourself in the day to the regions of Los Austrias, Sol and Centro.

Here you can check out the Plaza Mayor at the heart of the city.

Start your day by grabbing breakfast in one of the many cafes on the plaza and watch the Madrileños pass by. Head up to the Palacio Real and marvel at the regal architecture. If you have a penchant for art, the Museo del Prado is excellent. Or save time travelling and check out the often-overlooked gallery at Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando. In the evening, head to Huertas – the neighbourhood for nightlife. Plaza de Santa Ana is a good place to start. If you’re feeling in need of a sugar fix, head to the Chocolatería San Ginés near the Puerta del Sol, open until the small hours when spaced-out clubbers drop by. Order a cup of thick, rich hot chocolate with a plate of churros to dip. Delicious!

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The good news is you couldn’t be better located. In London, you are spoilt for choice with five incredibly well-connected airports.

What’s more, a number of the airports are served by budget airlines so cheap trips won’t be hard to come by. The best deals will be found on unpopular days to travel so flying out on a Tuesday and home on a Thursday will be much cheaper than a weekend city break.

It would make sense to combine a couple of the geographically closer cities that you mention but visiting them all in one go would involve a lot of travelling between places and missing some gems in between. Also consider when is the best time to visit these cities. While Prague is spectacular in winter, Venice suits much warmer months.

Contiki does offer a number of tours to suit a range of timeframes and budgets but not with this specific combination of cities. Perhaps consider doing a group tour for a few of the destinations you mention and then have a few hop over city breaks to take in the rest. You might also like to consider Inter-Railing as a great way to view Europe cheaply.

Ross, via email Email your words of wisdom to traveltips@tntmagazine.com. Tip of the Week wins a Lonely Planet guide and other published tips win a fiver.

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we spend in Europe’s most famous cities, such as Amsterdam, Paris, Prague, Rome and Venice? Would you suggest doing a Contiki tour or taking small trips here there and everywhere?

Tam, via email

When in Bolivia, check out Isla de Sol, an island which is a short boat trip off the southern shores of Lake Titicaca. Home to more than 80 mostly Inca ruins, the island is very rural and is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the towns.

Take essential supplies with you as everything has to be transported from the mainland by boat and is thus more expensive.

TRAVEL NEWS

Best value holidays

Volunteering continues to escalate in popularity

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Portugal and Spain have been hailed the best countries to bag a holiday bargain in 2011, according to a recent Post Office survey. A threecourse meal, drinks and sunscreen costs £32.84 in Portugal and £36.68 in Spain, compared with £47.68 in Malaysia, the priciest country to buy these items.

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RISE IN VOLUNTOURISM Travel experts are predicting a surge in ‘voluntourism’ this year as intrepid travellers seek to give something back to communities around the globe as part of their backpacking adventures.

STA Travel’s managing director John Constable said that the ‘voluntourism’ trend is exploding and increasing numbers of intrepid travellers are adding a community project or conservation aspect into a round-the-world trip.

“Young people are feeling that they should give something back to their host countries rather than simply hopping through them for a few weeks,” he added.

A recent report by trendwatching.com revealed that the challenging nature of the economic crisis has led to people “craving care, empathy, sympathy and generosity”.

Dirtiest hotels are shamed

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A hotel on Turkey’s Aegean Coast has been named and shamed as the filthiest hotel in Europe by travellers logging onto TripAdvisor.

Club Aqua Gumbet was described by one visitor as “not safe for humans” and by another as “hell on earth”, while one reviewer warns of the “rat family” residing at the property.

Taking the runner-up spot is Altin Orfe Hotel, also on Turkey’s Aegean Coast. One reviewer cautions others to “enter at your own risk”.

Fancy spending the night?

Meanwhile, four London hotels made it into the top 10 grimiest hotels, including the London’s Blair Victoria & Tudor Inn Hotel which was slammed as a “complete dive”.

The Park Hotel, London was singled out for its “bugs crawling around on the bed.”

Moreover, disasters like the Haiti earthquake and the Pakistan floods have brought out the caring side in travellers.

STA’s most popular volunteering projects include two weeks working with elephants at a rescue centre north of Chiang Mai in Thailand; three weeks volunteering with underprivileged children in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro; and two weeks working alongside an experienced orangutan conservation team in Borneo.

“Voluntours are a way to learn about the places you’re visiting on a much deeper level than a normal adventure tour,” says Constable.

STA Travel is offering 10 per cent off all of its Planeterra volunteering and conservation trips until March 17.

Round-the-world ticket prices for 2011 start from £729 for those under 26.

THAILAND DIVING

BUDAPEST DEAL

Thailand is closing a slew of dive sites to tourists after abnormally warm seas severely damaged coral reefs. More than half of southern Thailand’s coral reefs are suffering from bleaching due to rising sea temperatures. The reefs will be closed for an unspecified period in seven national parks while Thailand’s Department of National Parks studies finds a way to restore them. Officials have not revealed how many diving spots will be closed.

Visitors to Budapest can enjoy discounted hotel accommodation until March 31. Many of the Hungarian city’s top hotels are offering ‘three nights for the price of two’ and ‘four nights for the price of three’. The offer also includes free admission to one of the city’s most popular spas – the Széchenyi, Gellért or Rudas. Budapest is famed for its traditional and authentic spas, as well as its tasty cuisine and home grown wines. See budapestwinter.com.

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WORDS FRANKIE MULLIN

ON THE ROAD

NAKED FESTIVAL

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Saidai-ji, Japan, Feb 19 OK, so they’re not technically naked but the sight of thousands of men in loincloths fighting for a sacred stick isn’t exactly mundane.

It all gets quite masculine and fighty but we still wonder what Freud would say.

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BATTLE OF THE ORANGES IVREA, ITALY MARCH 5-9 WHAT: You’ve been there

and splattered that t-shirt for Tomatina. Now it’s time to do battle with an altogether more lethal, less squelchy citrus fruit! Officially, the three-day orange fight is between costumed teams so join up to take part. But be warned, even ‘spectators’ will get pelted if they slip over.

WHERE: A usually-quiet town in northern Italy.

WHY: In 1194, a woman called

Violetta rebelled against a local count who had given himself the right to have sex with every new bride. She chopped his head off, leading to an annual riot during the town’s carnival. Go girl!

DO IT BECAUSE: Could oranges be the new tomatoes?

HOW MUCH: Free

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LOCK IT IN PINEAPPLE CUP Florida-Montego Bay Feb 5 montegobayrace.com

ART DECO WEEKEND Napier, New Zealand Feb 15-20 artdeconapier.com

BERLINALE MASLENITSA Moscow, Russia, Feb 28-Mar 6 Russia’s Mardi Gras involves beer drinking, pancake eating, masquerades, horsedrawn sleighs and fairground rides. On the final day, Lady Maslenitas is burned on a bonfire before her ashes are buried in the snow.

» russia-travel.com

Where in the world?

Berlin, Germany Feb 20 berlinale.de

HOLLAND FLOWERS FESTIVAL Middenmeer, Netherlands Feb 23-27 hollandflowersfestival.nl

CARNAVAL DE BINCHE Binche, Belgium Mar 6-8 carnavaldebinche.be

THE TRAVELLER …

Violaine de Lagarde, 18, Paris, France Your favourite place?

India. A town on the Ganges with stairs leading into the water was incredible.

Which country has the hottest men?

Sweden – they all have blond hair and blue eyes.

Best party you’ve ever been to?

Michael Lynch from Gisborne, NZ, at the Plaza de la Revolucion in Havana, Cuba.

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Best thing in London?

Kew Gardens in the spring or autumn.

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A nightclub in Malta with an outdoor swimming pool.

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FIVE MAN-MADE WONDERS JANINE KELSO GIVES A HIGH FIVE TO SOLID WORKMANSHIP MACHU PICCHU, PERU WHAT: Set amid the swirling mists of a tropical mountain forest, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s most striking archaeological sites and is thought to have been built by the Incas more than 600 years ago. If you trek the Inca Trail to the ancient city, book about six months in advance as only 500 people a day are permitted to trek the route.

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PETRA, JORDAN WHAT: Known as the rosered city, Petra is Jordan’s most valuable treasure, a 2000-yearold town carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans, a hard-working Arab people.

The Treasury is the star attraction, a massive facade, carved in the early 1st century.

SEE: visitjordan.com

COLOSSEUM, ROME, ITALY WHAT: Built 2000 years ago, the Colosseum used to provide the setting for gladiators to fight lions and tigers. It could accommodate 70,000 people who could leave and enter in just a few minutes – thanks to 80 entrances.

SEE: italiantouristboard.co.uk

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GREAT WALL OF CHINA WHAT: Since hosting the Olympics in 2008, China has shot to the top of must-see places to visit. The Great Wall of China snakes 6000km through woodland, farmland and mountains. The first sections of the wall were built in 5th Century BC. SEE: cnto.org.uk

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CHRIST THE REDEEMER, RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL WHAT: The world’s most famous statue of Christ was given a £2.7 million facelift last year after vandals spraypainted graffiti over the 130foot statue. The statue enjoys knockout views of Rio’s beaches and mountains.

SEE: braziltour.com

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THE INSIDER YVONNE COHEN, COOWNER, TRAVEL IN DEPTH

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The best part of my job is speaking to clients when they've returned from a trip and hearing they've had a wonderful time.

My most challenging travel experience was six months in eastern Ecuador working as a volunteer with local people on wildlife conservation.

My favourite place in the world is the vast open spaces of the southern Bolivian highlands, just thinking of them invokes a sense of absolute peace and tranquillity.

The next trip on my travel wishlist is the Falkland Islands which teems with penguins, seals and dolphins.

My guilty travel pleasure is an occasional splurge on a massage or facial.

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yground New Zealand is a wonderland for thrill-seekers. Here we reveal the top eight activities for adrenaline junkies WORDS CAROL DRIVER

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ew Zealand is a country which thrives on adventure. Rugged mountain landscapes become off-piste playgrounds, sky-reflecting lakes turn into jetboat racetracks while ice-blue glaciers open up for exhilarating exploration.

The Kiwis have made it possible to jump, drive, slide, roll, fly or hike through pretty much any part of the country’s terrain – making it a wonderland for adrenaline seekers.

BLACK ABYSS CAVING, WAITOMO Leave your nerves above ground before abseiling 37m into a cylindrical hole small enough that you can touch the edge with your

feet. This is the breathtaking beginning to the five-hour underground Black Abyss tour at Ruakuri Cave exploring a secret world which was hidden beneath the sea 30 million years ago.

With two guides and a group of up to 12, you’ll zip-wire, leap, tube, squeeze and wade your way through ice-cold water during this thrilling adventure, stopping along the way to take in the glorious sight of glow-worms.

The grand finale is climbing two fairly small but powerful waterfalls as you make your way to the surface of Waitomo Forest and the end of this unforgettable journey.

Book from £94pp with The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co (waitomo.com).

This mind“ blowing ride takes guts ” NEVIS ARC SWING, QUEENSTOWN Flying through the air with the greatest of ease has never been so terrifying and thrilling at the same time.

The Nevis Arc is the world’s highest swing and will give you such a buzz, you won’t be able to sleep.

Decide whether to travel 40, 80 or the exhilarating 120m as you power through the air, suspended 153m above the rugged Doolan’s Creek in Nevis Canyon.

Go with a friend or go solo – but this mind-blowing ride takes guts, as you have to pull the release yourself.

Not for the faint-hearted.

Prices from £63pp (bungy.co.nz).

It’s best to close your mouth after jumping

NEED TO KNOW WHEN TO GO Anytime. Winter is June to August.

GETTING THERE Fly to Auckland via Singapore/Bangkok with Qantas from £875 return. qantas.com.au/uk.

GETTING AROUND Hop on to the Kiwi Experience bus, where you can also book your adventure activities. Take the Funky Chicken route to explore both the North and South islands for a minimum of 20 days for prices from £550. See kiwiexperience.com.

CURRENCY New Zealand dollars.

1 GBP = 2 NZD. LANGUAGE English.

GOING OUT A beer costs about $4.

ACCOMMODATION Shared accomodation is included in the price of tours with the Kiwi Experience.

This includes homestays, hostels and hotels.

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RAFTING, RIVER VALLEY, TAIHAPE Get ready to face powerful rapids, broken water and large drops as you snake along this exciting adventure.

There are 10 major Grade 4-5 (the most extreme) foamy rapids on this scenic 12km run nestled in the heart of the countryside.

However, it’s a team activity – you’ll be relying on your group to paddle hard and to hold on even harder when instructed.

If you do want to get even wetter, you can jump into the ice-cold water from a designated cliff edge before tackling the biggest rapid of all. This is a heart-in-yourmouth adrenaline activity. Prices from £75 (rivervalley.co.nz)

LEDGE BUNGY, QUEENSTOWN So you’ve done a bungy jump before and now you’re looking for the next level?

How about jumping from a ‘runway’ backwards and flipping 400m into the darkness by trying the Ledge Bungy at night?

At 400m above Queenstown, you’ll have the stars for company as you ride the gondola to the Skyline Complex to the platform which is cantilevered out from the cliff face.

Choose from a body harness or ankle tie for the bungy of your choice.

Then, take a deep breath, glance at the stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountain range, and confront your darkest fears.

From £65 (ajhackett.com).

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75 GLACIER HIKE, FRANZ JOSEF Here you can have two types of adventure. A heli-hike will take in scenery you couldn’t possibly witness any other way. You’ll land high up on the glacier for a two-hour tour among the ice caves, pinnacles and seracs.

For the hardcore, opt for the full-day hike. Equipped with crampons, you’ll feel like a true adventurer as you trek deep into the heart of the ice-blue glacier.

In five hours, you will slide through ice caves, shuffle down near vertical ice walls – and enjoy lunch while taking in the breathtaking scenery.

Heli-hike from £180, full-day climb from £74 (franzjosefglacier.com).

SKYDIVE, LAKE WANAKA, WANAKA It’s not just the spectacular scenery that motivates people to jump from a plane at 15,000ft.

But with a flight that takes in views of Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring – the country’s highest snow-capped mountains – this is arguably the best place in NZ to do it.

You’ll be distracted by the stunning glaciers, river valleys and glistening lakes as you fly over Lake Wanaka.

You won’t need any previous experience as you’ll be attached to a qualified guide.

Then it’s time to jump, falling for 60 seconds through the air – at about a heady 200km/h.

Before you know it, the parachute will open and you’ll be gliding peacefully back down to earth.

From £180 (skydivewanaka.com).

Go crazy on the Nevis Arc Swing

A real adventure on Franz Josef

JETBOATING, WESTPORT Powered by twin V8 engines and boasting more than 820 horse power, hold on to your hat while this dynamic jetboat zips across the Buller River.

You’ll be taken closer than ever before to rock walls and craggy overhangs at terrifying speeds.

The experienced guide is fun and informative. Listen to him, but don’t be caught off-guard for the 360-degree ‘Hamilton’ spins that will leave you unsure of where you began and where you’re heading. Prices from £36 (adventuretours.co.nz)

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ULTIMATE AIR ADVENTURE JAG AIR AEROBATICS FLIGHT, QUEENSTOWN Gain a new perspective on the world as you loop-the-loop, twist, turn and feel g-forces unlike ever before while zooming along at more than 300km/h.

Strapped inside this specialist aerobatics aircraft, the Pitts Special, you’ll soar along the ridges of The Remarkables towards Kinston and over Lake Wakatipu.

Although it’s not for the faint-hearted, you’ll be in very safe hands for this high

Underground fun at Waitomo

octane 20-minute journey, as at the controls is an ex-fighter pilot with nine years’ experience.

See the world spin like crazy as the sky and ground merge into one.

If you’re not feeling brave, you can opt for the scenic flight, which will take in the breathtaking view – and, if you change your mind while you’re up there, ask the pilot to tip the plane upside down to liven things up.

If you’ve seen the Red Bull Air Race on TV, you know what you’re in for – the ride of your life, and an experience you’re not likely to forget.

From £132pp (jagair.co.nz)

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Return rail travel, hotel accommodation, guided sightseeing tour with a local Scottish guide!

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