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<p>Wallace shared a video on Instagram in which he claimed that complaints were being made by ‘middle-class women of a certain age’ </p>

In Focus

Don’t worry about Gregg Wallace – he’s eyeing up his next career move

The disgraced ‘MasterChef’ judge is clearly gearing up to follow in the tried-and-tested footsteps of many problematic men before him, writes Helen Coffey

<p>Overwhelming children with too many gifts can create a cycle of anticipation and letdown, similar to a sugar rush</p>

Is it mean to insist my kids have one present each this Christmas?

<p>Discarded second-hand clothing is blighting Ghana </p>

Why you need to stop buying clothes

<p>‘When we are exploring the possibilities of how we might connect, sexually, and romantically, it can often be a complex, ongoing navigation towards finding common ground’ </p>

There is a difference between consent and enthusiastic consent

<p>A British tradition that doesn’t have to weigh heavy – with a few tweaks, indulgence meets balance</p>

Why Sunday roasts are the healthiest comfort food we have

<p>‘She asked if he could stop, then he lost it and pulled one of the kitchen cupboard doors off’ </p>

What happens when you sublet your room to the flatmate from hell

<p>‘Meet the Rees-Moggs’ features Jacob, Helena, and their six children – plus Nanny </p>

The Rees-Moggs have shown why being upper class isn’t all that fun

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Recipes

<p>Speed things up with this simplified dish</p>

Marcus Wareing’s quick coq au vin recipe – easy for weeknight dinners

<p>An impressive-looking French dessert for hosting</p>

Marcus Wareing shares foolproof apple tarte tatin with nutmeg cream

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Life Stories

<p>Wrapping up: is the blazer your best friend this winter, or are you posed in a parka? </p>

let’s unpack that

What does your winter coat say about you?

<p>In an era that experts say is being defined by ‘digital spirituality’, angel numbers have never been so ubiquitous</p>

The people who believe angels speak to them through their receipts

<p>If you thought of buying something in instalments a decade ago, it might be to pay off a car, or a new sofa. During the pandemic, though, BNPLs became more widely used on far smaller purchases</p>

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I can’t stop using Klarna – and I’m suffering the consequences

<p>Animal rescuer Lynea Lattanzio with a handful of her many cats</p>

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‘I lived with 150 cats – and was told to get rid of them in two weeks’

Independent TV

Moment ceiling collapses on top of mother trying to hold it up

<p>Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks makes Christmas plea after thieves steal 2,500 pies.</p>

Michelin-starred chef’s Christmas plea after thieves steal 2,500 pies

<p>Kate Middleton. </p>

Princess of Wales adds final touches to Christmas carol service plans

<p>Davina McCall reveals she gave brain surgeon and husband a scare after waking from surgery.</p>

Davina McCall reveals she gave surgeon a scare after surgery

Design

Impress your dinner guests with these stylish design ideas (Garden Trading/PA)

Christmas tablescaping tips for entertaining in style

Gorgeous gifts for interior lovers and happy homemakers (Alamy/PA)

11 gorgeous gifts for interiors lovers

<p>Bridal rule of thumb says you should purchase the dress at least a year out from your wedding</p>

The expert wedding planning tips every couple should know

Royal Family

<p>The Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Sheikha Jawaher, arrive at Stansted Airport in Essex</p>

Watch: King welcomes Emir of Qatar to Buckingham Palace

<p>Hannah Waddingham walking with the Prince of Wales as he arrives for the 2023 Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony</p>

Prince William will feature in special Earthshot Prize documentary

<p>The Queen will miss the formal traditional welcome </p>

Queen to miss parts of Qatari state visit due to effects of illness

Women

<p>Fatigue is a symptom of menopause (Alamy/PA)</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

There is an HRT scandal – but it’s not the one Panorama thinks it is

<p>Alice Smellie (left) and Mariella Frostrup, MM chair, (right) during Menopause Mandate Walk in the Park</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

Eight exercise and diet changes every menopausal woman should make

<p>Sexual harassment cases haven’t relented in the wake of #MeToo </p>

Why have we stopped talking about sexual harassment?

Dating and Relationships

<p>Some divorces can be painful and ugly – ours was one of mutual respect </p>

How I left the man I loved but could no longer live with

Jilly Cooper’s Rivals has brought bonking back – we should be happy

<p>Choose from new sex position cards to bondage games for beginners </p>

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6 best sex games that bring some extra fun to the bedroom

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Study reveals lockdown may have caused alarming changes to teenagers' brains

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Update on search for alien life as scientists discover truth about Earth's 'evil twin'

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Who is Habibi? Mysterious Dr Disrespect fan donates $10,000 on first Rumble stream

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