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<p>Lord Peter Mandelson is thought to have the trade expertise and networking abilities to bolster the UK’s interests</p>

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<p>The name of Gisele Pelicot will now occupy an honoured place in the history of women’s rights and feminism in France</p>

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<p>Gisèle Pelicot addresses the press as she leaves the courthouse following the sentencing of her ex-husband </p>

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<p>John Hunt lost his two daughters Louise (left) and Hannah along with his wife</p>

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<p>The Bank of England has held interest rates at 4.75%</p>

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<p>Giséle Pelicot, pictured arriving for the trial verdict in Avignon, was drugged and raped by her husband and dozens of strangers over a decade </p>

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Youngest man to rape Giséle Pelicot did so on day daughter was born

<p>Left to right: Rev Edward Probert, Dr Anne Dutton, Cathedral Librarian and The Very Revd Nicholas Papadopulos, Dean of Salisbury, with the Bible </p>

Independent raises £90,000 to return 13th-century Bible to Salisbury

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<p>Monkey business: Jonno Davies as Robbie Williams in ‘Better Man’ </p>

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<p>Christmas gatherings are contributing to a flood of flu cases this December </p>

Christmas warning as flu cases soar in worst December for three years

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<p>Luigi Mangione arrives in Manhattan ahead of his arraignment on federal charges in New York </p>

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Luigi Mangione faces federal charges after extradition to New York

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<p>‘As Brooklyn said, wine <em>is </em>very special, it does bring people together and I love that he loves sharing it’</p>

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Trump and Musk send DC in tailspin with spending bill attacks as shutdown nears

Democrats blast Elon Musk influence over Trump amid spending deal row

<p>‘Things came to a head recently at a family funeral when I told my grandchild off for behaving badly...’ </p>

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<p>Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky speaks at a joint press conference with Polish prime minister Donald Tusk after their meeting in Lviv</p>

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Zelensky and Macron discuss French troops in Ukraine

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Mum relives moment son died in her arms after mistaken identity murder

<p>Christmas feasts should be a celebration, not a chore </p>

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<p>Passengers at London Liverpool Street on Thursday morning faced cancellations and delays with the Stansted Express</p>

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<p>Lily Allen has spoken about her struggles with eating on her podcast, <em>Miss Me? </em></p>

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‘He beat me black and blue’: Love Island star tells of her abusive ex

<p>Malin Andersson told of how her ex love-bombed her – bombarding her with messages, lavishing her with gifts, as well as ‘over-complimenting’ her</p>

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Julian Lennon treated for cancer for second time: ‘Fingers crossed’

<p>Phil Campbell holding the urn that contains part of the ashes of Lemmy from Motorhead</p>

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<p>Phil Collins revisted his old drumkit for a new documentary</p>

Phil Collins revisits his drumkit for the first time in years

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<p>Natalie Rupnow, 15, seen here four months prior to gunning down multiple classmates and a teacher. She defied the typical numbers associated with school shooters in several ways </p>

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<p>Her appearance comes days after she declared she “belongs to no man”, amid concerns raised in recent months about the couple’s future.</p>

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<p>Eamonn Holmes and Isabel Webster, who has been axed by GB News </p>

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<p>Wisconsin school shooter Natalie Rupnow allegedly received texts from a Califronia man plotting another attack </p>

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<p>What appear to be multiple drones fly over Bernardsville, New Jersey, earlier this month. Officials assure that the drones are legal and lawful </p>

New Jersey airspace closes to drones

<p>Boxing machines such as this one have been seized by Westminster council and its operators handed fines </p>

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<p>Gisèle Pelicot addresses the press as she leaves the courthouse following the sentencing of her ex-husband </p>

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Donald Trump? No. Gisèle Pelicot is the real Person of the Year

It is a case that has shocked the world, but the incredible woman at the heart of it has revealed uncomfortable truths, says Laura Bates. Her bravery has forced us to recognise that men commit violence against women every single day and that such violence is not committed by 'monsters', but by normal-seeming men

LAURA BATES

Donald Trump? No. Gisèle Pelicot is the real Person of the Year

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It is a case that has shocked the world, but the incredible woman at the heart of it has revealed uncomfortable truths, says Laura Bates. Her bravery has forced us to recognise that men commit violence against women every single day and that such violence is not committed by 'monsters', but by normal-seeming men

<p>Gisèle Pelicot addresses the press as she leaves the courthouse following the sentencing of her ex-husband </p>

<p>Mills’ very own romcom-esque abode in West Oxfordshire </p>

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<p>‘Eclectic, cool and creative people have always appreciated Guinness’ </p>

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<p>Some Labour backbenchers do feel as though Starmer needs more of a challenge within his team to a dominant technocratic white male worldview</p>

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<p>Trudeau and the former prime minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern at Windsor Castle in 2018 </p>

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<p>Trudeau and the former prime minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern at Windsor Castle in 2018 </p>

Is Justin Trudeau’s fall from grace down to his handsome face?

<p>Soldiers from the UK’s 2nd Battalion Royal Anglian infantry unit storm an enemy position in a simulated attack in Drawsko Pomorskie, Poland</p>

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<p>General view of Sarajevo and TV Tower as a dense layer of fog and smog blankets Sarajevo, Bosnia </p>

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<p>Daisy Edgar-Jones as Maggie in ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’ at the Almeida</p>

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<p>Dickie Beau as Oscar Wilde and Simon Russell Beale as AE Housman in ‘The Invention of Love’ </p>

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Lifestyle

<p>‘What I realise now, however, is that having a C-section is just as brave as opting for a natural birth. It’s not the easy way out’: Charlotte with her newborn, Liberty</p>

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I was branded ‘too posh to push’ – but my caesarean section was hell

A growing number of expectant mothers are opting for C-sections rather than a natural birth, but judgement about the procedure remains, writes Charlotte Cripps

<p>Sydney Sweeney has been accused of ‘catfishing’ by men who don’t understand how makeup works </p>

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What the Sydney Sweeney photos really prove about women

<p>‘Hugging a fluffy croissant or smooshing a smiling cauliflower is an instant serotonin boost,’ says psychologist Veronica West. ‘It’s like an emotional support animal’ </p>

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<p>Santa’s grottos and crying children go hand in hand</p>

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Bruce Willis’ daughter shares video with dad as she gives life update

‘Your whole family is so wholesome I’m a fan of each every one of you now,’ wrote one person

Bruce Willis’ daughter shares video with dad as she gives life update

‘Your whole family is so wholesome I’m a fan of each every one of you now,’ wrote one person

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<p>Barker claimed that she never dated Bregoli’s boyfriend </p>

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<p>Liquid Death and Depend team up to create a diaper solution for mosh pit lovers </p>

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Eamonn Holmes shows support to Ruth Langsford after mother taken ill

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<p>The soccer player admitted she lived in a car to avoid living with her father </p>

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Sport

<p>Keely Hodgkinson poses with the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award</p>

Hodgkinson crowned Sports Personality of the Year after Olympic glory

<p>Marcus Rashford has said he is ready to depart Old Trafford</p>

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Emma Hayes was named FIFA best women’s coach of the year (John Walton/PA)

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Luke Littler poses with his BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year 2024 award (David Davies/PA)

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Fitness & Wellbeing

<p>I tried tackling a Hyrox race and though things didn’t go to plan, I’m already keen for another</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

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<p>Could this viral treadmill routine replace my go-to walking workout?</p>

Fitness and wellbeing

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<p>I took these supplements for a month to see if they were really worth the hype</p>

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I swapped my usual probiotic for Emily English’s Epetōme

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Beauty

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<p>I’ve rounded up the sets worthy of gifting this festive season</p>

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<p>From budget buys to salon-quality finishes, we’ve got you covered </p>

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<p>From the rich cream to the face oil, here I review the skincare line </p>

Is Augustinus Bader worth it? I tried its hero products to find out

<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

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

Best mattress toppers 2024, tried and tested

<p>While babies ought to sleep on a firm surface, children should have something with a bit more give </p>

15 best mattresses for children that ensure a great night’s sleep

<p>A group of lucky volunteer testers signed up to help us find the best toys for Christmas 2024</p>

Toys & Activities

Best kids’ toys for Christmas 2024, tried and tested

For smiles all round on Christmas morning, you can’t go wrong with these tried-and-tested toys

Toys & Activities

Best kids’ toys for Christmas 2024, tried and tested

For smiles all round on Christmas morning, you can’t go wrong with these tried-and-tested toys

<p>A group of lucky volunteer testers signed up to help us find the best toys for Christmas 2024</p>

<p>Avoid Yuletide arguments and dropped needles, by investing in one of these fuss-free artificial pines </p>

The best artificial Christmas trees for 2024, tried and tested

<p>Sales of wood burners are on the rise across the UK</p>

11 best log burners that’ll heat rooms of all sizes

<p>We went under covers, putting several weighted blankets, in various sizes and styles, to the test</p>

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Best robot vacuum cleaners for 2024, tried and tested

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Vacuum Cleaners

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<p>SAD lamps work by reducing melatonin, the hormone responsible for sleep, and increasing your serotonin levels </p>

10 best SAD lamps to banish the winter blues, tried and tested

<p>We tested the power banks and portable chargers for speed, weight, portability, power, design and extra features</p>

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Travel

<p>The picture perfect Laundry Cottage in Coombe Hay </p>

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Live out your Christmas romcom fantasy with a cosy cottage in this picturesque part of the UK

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Live out your Christmas romcom fantasy with a cosy cottage in this picturesque part of the UK

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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>Delight in seasonal sights and sounds this Christmas</p>

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<p>Delight in seasonal sights and sounds this Christmas</p>

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<p>The property where the Duttons live in Yellowstone is a real life, working ranch in Montana </p>

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<p>Late autumn and early winter bring striking colours to Tokyo</p>

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