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Daily horoscope for Tuesday November 10 — here’s what the stars have in store for you today

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ARIES March 21 to April 20 Mercury takes a different route in your chart with two surprising results. First, someone you think of as just an acquaintance suddenly seems so attractive. Second, a job task you did not enjoy at the time could be profitable if you try it again. The sun warms the mood at home, soothing family relationships. TAURUS April 21 to May 21 Some people may think you are being too fussy, but checking a set of figures once more gets you up to date and puts you in a strong position to talk prices. Love moves fast if you trust your instant reaction to “K”, a look-a-like of your ideal partner. A family member with good sports knowledge is a lucky charm. GEMINI May 22 to June 21 Venus adds love while Mercury helps you make relationship decisions with your mind as well as your heart. It can feel awkward to ask for everything in writing when cash ventures involve people you know well. But you should insist. Singles find love with someone reading a famous...
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'So surreal': Hong Kongers take up self-defence classes in wake of thug attacks

Free lessons teach how to stop punches and stick attacks after violence instills deep concern in community

“If you see attackers, you must be armed with basic skills to save your own lives,” Henry Chong, a sports therapist and karate expert, told his first self-defence class.

The class, which took place two days after the attack on unarmed commuters in the rural town of Yuen Long , was attended by mostly women aged 20-60.

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from The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/jul/26/so-surreal-hong-kongers-take-up-self-defence-classes-in-wake-of-thug-attacks
via TV In Wigan

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