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Trump boasts about election victory at gala after picking RFK Jr for health secretary

<p>Donald Trump gives his first post-victory speech at Mar-a-Lago on Thursday night </p>

<p>Leo is seen by many as being one of the architects behind the Trump 2.0 era</p>

Meet Leonard Leo – Trump’s most powerful weapon in his war on woke

Trump jokes ‘he cant get Musk out of here’ in Mar-a-Lago speech

<p>Rachel Reeves will set out the plans in her first Mansion House speech as chancellor</p>

Reeves fightback to woo the City: I’ll ease banking regulations

<p>Fans argue on stands during the UEFA Nations League soccer match between France and Israel at the Stade de France stadium in Saint-Denis</p>

Israel and France fans clash during football match

<p>Former Florida congressman Matt Gaetz was investigated for sex trafficking </p>

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Trump’s appointment of Matt Gaetz has put US justice on trial

<p>‘Rachel Reeves is trying to offset the “anti-growth” Budget with a long-term growth plan’ </p>

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Rachel Reeves is about to try and woo business back – can she do it?

<p>It might look like honey and pour like honey, but is it really an imposter?</p>

What’s really in your honey? The sticky truth behind adulteration

<p>Sara Sharif’s father admitted ‘full responsibility’ for Sara’s death at the Old Bailey on Wednesday</p>

‘Inhuman’ violence dished out to Sara Sharif by adults in her home, court told

<p>Only a curmudgeon doesn’t love that unique laughter-cut roar of a dining room full of happy people</p>

A long lunch is as good for you as a spin class – Gary Lineker agrees

<p>Jake Paul and Mike Tyson squared up at Wednesday’s press conference </p>

Tyson slaps Paul as chaos erupts at final face-off for divisive fight

<p>Ollie Watkins took advantage of a good start for England as he scored early on </p>

England’s Watkins gamble pays off to leave tricky Kane question

<p>Desperate measures: Frances McDormand in ‘Blood Simple’</p>

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<p>‘But the threat of the war turning nuclear has raised its head again – this time from Kyiv, rather than the Kremlin’ </p>

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Could Zelensky really build a ‘dirty bomb’?

<p>Ukrainian soldiers fire a 2S1 self-propelled 122mm howitzer towards Russian positions near Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, eastern Ukraine </p>

Putin’s troops disguised as Ukrainians in assault on key city

<p>Pedal to the metal: Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit and Linkin Park’s new vocalist Emily Armstrong </p>

From Linkin Park to Limp Bizkit, how nu-metal is making a comeback

Linkin Park strike gold with Emily Armstrong on raucous comeback album

<p>Crowd listening to ColdPlay perform during day four of Glastonbury festival </p>

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<p>Residents remove water and mud from Encarnacion Church after flooding in Malaga </p>

Malaga floods latest: Severe rain alerts issued as homes ‘decimated’

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<p>According to Ofcom, an estimated 91 per cent of 11-year-olds in the UK now own a smartphone</p>

It’s time to ‘divorce’ your children from their phones

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<p>John Lewis Christmas advert 2024 </p>

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<p>Nicholas Thornton spent 10 years in hospital wards - but is now free after telling his story to The Independent and ‘Channel 4 News’ </p>

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<p>The Russian army's multiple rocket launcher Solntsepyok fires towards Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region</p>

Ukraine is facing 50,000 Russian troops in Kursk – can they hold out?

Avon and Somerset Police made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (PA)

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<p>Two people have been charged after orange paint powder was sprayed on Stonehenge on 19 June</p>

Two people charged after Just Stop Oil protest at Stonehenge

<p>A man suspected of being a supplier of boats for people smugglers has been arrested</p>

‘Major supplier’ of boats for Channel migrant crossings arrested

<p>Roxie the red panda has died aged 3 months </p>

Baby red panda dies ‘from stress’ during fireworks night

<p>Derek Sink, 39, (pictured) was found dead in a tanning bed at a Planet Fitness gym</p>

Man’s body found inside tanning bed at Planet Fitness

<p>Shinto priests walk in procession on the grounds of Meiji Shrine in Tokyo</p>

American tourist arrested for ‘defacing Tokyo’s iconic shrine’

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<p>According to Ofcom, an estimated 91 per cent of 11-year-olds in the UK now own a smartphone</p>

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It’s time to ‘divorce’ your children from their phones

It’s the love affair of the century, but if adults can’t cope with the relationship they have with their phones, how on earth are our children meant to navigate one? Zoë Beaty talks to the parents instigating an enforced separation between their teenagers and their tech...

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It’s time to ‘divorce’ your children from their phones

It’s the love affair of the century, but if adults can’t cope with the relationship they have with their phones, how on earth are our children meant to navigate one? Zoë Beaty talks to the parents instigating an enforced separation between their teenagers and their tech...

<p>According to Ofcom, an estimated 91 per cent of 11-year-olds in the UK now own a smartphone</p>

<p>A gold bitcoin sign is seen at the entrance of a cryptocurrency exchange on 8 November, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey</p>

Bitcoin is surging – and the Trump boom could be just the start

<p>John Folkes talks for the first time in a documentary about being ordered to fly through the mushroom clouds of four atomic bombs</p>

The betrayal of atomic veterans could be the next Post Office scandal

<p>Publication of the Makin Report, a devastating indictment of how abuser John Smyth was able to savagely attack hundreds of boys over the course of 40 years, highlights Welby’s connection to this devastating tale of innocence betrayed</p>

Welby’s name has been tarnished by abuse scandal – but should he quit?

<p>Cunning characters: ‘Wolf Hall’ shows how canny many of the women close to Henry VIII had to be to have a hope of survival </p>

‘Gossip is a currency’: The lives of Tudor women in Wolf Hall

<p>Cunning characters: ‘Wolf Hall’ shows how canny many of the women close to Henry VIII had to be to have a hope of survival </p>

‘Gossip is a currency’: The lives of Tudor women in Wolf Hall

Why is rapist Mike Tyson allowed to fight again for a Netflix payout?

<p>When it comes to his relationship with the Russian president, is there hope to be found in The Donald’s unpredictability?</p>

Has the warmth gone from the Trump-Putin bromance?

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<p>From beauty to tech, there are plenty of deals to get us excited </p>

Best early Black Friday deals 2024, according to a shopping expert

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<p>Israel’s Iron Dome air defence system intercepts missiles launched against the country</p>

Greece in talks with Israel to develop its own ‘Iron Dome’

<p>People queue outside of a Lindt chocolate shop to buy limited bars ‘Dubai Chocolate’, in Aachen, Germany</p>

The Dubai chocolate craze reached Europe – what makes it so special?

<p>Snow in Buxton, UK, February 2024</p>

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<p>It’s beaches are undeniably stunning, but there’s more to St.Kitts than its captivating coastline </p>

St. Kitts Beyond the Beach: venture deeper with our island guide

<p>Dive into the vibrant islands of Grenada and discover a real feast for the senses </p>

Spice up your life: enjoy relaxation, romance and adventure in Grenada

<p>Enjoy mountain views from the beach, or beach views from the mountains on an unforgetttable visit to Saint Lucia </p>

Mountains to the Beach: how to enjoy seven days in Saint Lucia

<p>Whether you’re a food lover, beach bunny or thrillseeker, adventure awaits in the Dominican Republic</p>

Master the art of adventure in the Dominican Republic

Culture

<p>Gwen Stefani in the video for No Doubt’s instant classic ‘Don’t Speak’ </p>

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How Gwen Stefani became the queen of heartbreak

<p>Warmduscher’s Ben Romans Hopcraft: ‘None of us are rich, we’re still struggling every day’</p>

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Best biographies and memoirs of 2024: It-girls, art fraud and grief

<p>The new flavour Armstrong (centre) brings is balanced by the familiarity of the band’s well-worn chord progressions</p>

Linkin Park strike gold with Emily Armstrong on raucous comeback album

Lifestyle

<p>Secret Santa: a young Lauren gives Sally the eureka moment she has been searching for all along </p>

If you concentrate hard, John Lewis’s Christmas ad could make you cry

This festive season, the retailer is serving up an ad all about sisterly bonds. But it’s far too convoluted, and can’t compete with last year’s effort

<p>Less is more: Most eyebrow experts advocate sticking with your natural shape</p>

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There’s one beauty rule you should never break... it involves eyebrows

<p>Want to drink at busy times? Be prepared to pay more for the privilege </p>

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Uber-style price gouging will ensure the pub’s extinction

<p>Orange appeal: Le Creuset has been going for nearly 100 years </p>

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Elton John sent his cook to Italy to learn to make risotto

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Elton John sent his cook to Italy to learn to make risotto

Couple were left blown away by the elaborate proceedings at the home of the fashion designer

Elton John reveals the one habit he hates the most in the world

<p>John Lewis Christmas advert 2024 </p>

Every John Lewis Christmas advert ranked, from worst to best

Elton John gives update on lifestyle change after health scare

<p>A still from the John Lewis Christmas ad 2024 (John Lewis/PA)</p>

John Lewis’s 2024 Christmas advert divides opinion

<p>A still from the John Lewis Christmas ad 2024 (John Lewis/PA)</p>

John Lewis’s 2024 Christmas advert divides opinion

<p>Patrick Mahomes breaks silence about his home being burglarized amid investigation</p>

Patrick Mahomes shares update after his home was burglarized

Influencers called ‘out of touch’ over release of $98 pajamas

Fitness & Wellbeing

<p>We tried every sleep aid from calming candles to noise-cancelling earbuds</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

17 best sleep aids for a restful night’s kip

<p>Myprotein already has some Black Friday deals available and there are some genuinely good discounts on offer </p>

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<p>Topping up your vitamin levels could protect you from colds and flu </p>

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<p>According to experts, there’s more to consider than just the number of steps you’re taking </p>

Fitness and wellbeing

Why 10,000 steps a day could be insignificant if you’re not doing this

Beauty

<p>Save on your favourite brands, from Charlotte Tilbury to Chanel and more </p>

The best Black Friday beauty deals for 2024, according to an expert

<p>This year’s calendars are flying off the shelves </p>

Best beauty advent calendars to buy in 2024

<p>Shop gifts from Clinique, Liz Earle and more</p>

The beauty gift sets to shop before they sell out

<p>Our tester tried full face versions, as well as options for hands and neck </p>

Best LED face masks 2024, tried and tested

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Household Appliances

Best heated clothes airers 2024, tried and tested

Forget a tumble dryer, turn to a cost-effective heated clothes airer that our experts love

Household Appliances

Best heated clothes airers 2024, tried and tested

Forget a tumble dryer, turn to a cost-effective heated clothes airer that our experts love

<p>Heated rails are gentler on stitching and materials, compared with using a tumble dryer – these are the best to buy </p>

<p>Argos launched its Black Friday deals on 1 November, with new offers set to drop weekly</p>

Best Argos Black Friday deals 2024

<p>Electric blankets are significantly more affordable than turning on the heating</p>

Best electric blankets for 2024 that’ll keep you warm and toasty

<p>We’ve been wearing the devices for months to see how well they track our sleep, activity and stress levels </p>

The best smart rings of 2024

<p>The high street event is a highlight in the shopping calendar </p>

The Zara Black Friday deals to expect for 2024

<p>The high street event is a highlight in the shopping calendar </p>

The Zara Black Friday deals to expect for 2024

<p>Heated rails are gentler on stitching and materials, compared with using a tumble dryer – these are the best to buy </p>

Household Appliances

Best heated clothes airers 2024, tried and tested

<p>From small and quiet to big and mighty, we put these damp-busters to the test</p>

Household Appliances

Best dehumidifiers 2024, tried and tested at home

<p>We take your sleep seriously and have tried and tested the very best mattresses </p>

Best mattress 2024: Memory foam, pocket-sprung and hybrids reviewed

Looking for a new mattress? Our experts have tried and tested the best UK mattresses for back, side and front sleepers from Simba, Emma, Dormeo and more top brands

<p>Discover huge discounts on a range of mattresses from top brands </p>

Best Black Friday mattress deals to expect in 2024

<p>We took these to bed during a heatwave and winter nights</p>

Best mattress toppers 2024, tried and tested

<p>Electric blankets are significantly more affordable than turning on the heating</p>

Best electric blankets for 2024 that’ll keep you warm and toasty

These are the best cost effective electric blankets for cosier nights

Best electric blankets for 2024 that’ll keep you warm and toasty

These are the best cost effective electric blankets for cosier nights

<p>Electric blankets are significantly more affordable than turning on the heating</p>

<p>We looked for quiet and easy-to-use models, and handed out bonus points for smart features</p>

Household Appliances

Best air purifiers 2024, tried and tested

<p>Argos launched its Black Friday deals on 1 November, with new offers set to drop weekly</p>

Best Argos Black Friday deals 2024

<p>We’ve been wearing the devices for months to see how well they track our sleep, activity and stress levels </p>

The best smart rings of 2024

<p>The high street event is a highlight in the shopping calendar </p>

The Zara Black Friday deals to expect for 2024

<p>The high street event is a highlight in the shopping calendar </p>

The Zara Black Friday deals to expect for 2024

<p>We asked experts which collagen supplements they recommend and why </p>

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<p>From small and quiet to big and mighty, we put these damp-busters to the test</p>

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Best dehumidifiers 2024, tried and tested at home

Sport

<p>Mike Tyson (left) slapping Jake Paul before their fight in Texas</p>

Tyson slaps Paul as chaos erupts at final face-off for divisive fight

<p>The video appears to show Premier League referee David Coote</p>

Coote video emerged at worst time for referees and club bosses know it

<p>Rory McIlroy can win a sixth Race to Dubai crown this week </p>

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<p>Andy Carroll in action for Bordeaux in September </p>

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The best New York holiday ideas

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<p>Britain’s high streets get a festive makeover come Christmas </p>

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<p>A Christmas cruise can help you celebrate the festive period without worrying about the turkey </p>

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<p>Set sail with P&O and Disney Cruise Lines to the Caribbean islands</p>

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<p>Kimpton Charlotte Square offers a sound wellness room</p>

Best spa hotels in Edinburgh, reviewed

<p>Kimpton Charlotte Square offers a sound wellness room</p>

Best spa hotels in Edinburgh, reviewed

<p>The immersive Wizarding World of Harry Potter streets that look just like real-life London</p>

What’s Harry Potter World really like – according to a London resident

<p>Think banana plantations, cacti, dunes and volcanoes on holidays hopping the Canary archipelago </p>

Best Canary Islands to visit for a winter sun holiday

Hotel reviews

<p>Find Hôtel Henriette in the 13th arrondissement and more affordable hotels in the centre of Paris </p>

Best cheap hotels in Paris for 2024, reviewed

<p>Edinburgh offers a style for everyone across its hotels</p>

Best hotels in Edinburgh 2024, reviewed

<p>Sun, sea, sand... these are the best Greek island hotels you should book now</p>

Best Greek island hotels 2024, reviewed

<p>The beautiful beach at Mawgan Porth is one of the many beautiful holiday hot spots Cornwall has to offer </p>

Best hotels in Cornwall for 2024, reviewed

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<p>Using a lamppost charger with the Genesis GV60 </p>

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<p>BMW’s compact i3 offers great value as a secondhand EV </p>

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<p>Bentley Luxury Urban SUV is due in 2026 </p>

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Bentley reveals first EV but delays all-electric plans

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'Nepo-pets' are earning more than the average Brit – from a single Instagram post

'Nepo-pets' are earning more than the average Brit – from a single Instagram post

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Doctor warns this is the age where you should stop drinking alcohol

celebrities

Kim Kardashian says she's ‘basically raising four kids' she shares with Ye on her own

gaming

More than 1,500 games have been rated on wild 'woke detector'

sport

Odell Beckham Jr brags about taking his football salary in Bitcoin as price goes up

sport

Odell Beckham Jr brags about taking his football salary in Bitcoin as price goes up

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St Pauli becomes the first major football team to boycott X and move to BlueSky

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