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Christmas adverts 2025: How ads by John Lewis, Asda and Lidl ‘let real life in,’ from cost of living to masculinity

We look at the Christmas ads that are out so far - and what they tell us about the year that’s been.

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Ever feel the need to switch off? Your vagus nerve might hold the key

You might not have heard of it, but can training your vagus nerve give you a moment or two of peace?

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Newspaper headlines: 'Victory for our heroes' and 'Davina: Lorraine saved me'

A red poppy features on every front page, with a number of the papers running special editions for Remembrance Sunday

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Modern dating: Why women are hiding their boyfriends on social media

Many women seem reluctant to hard-launch their relationship on social media - but what's behind that?

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Claudia Winkleman: The rise and rise of the Strictly and Traitors star

She's taken The Traitors to new heights - but what's next comes with risk, too.

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Will a new mutated flu strain cause a rough winter?

Leading flu experts say they will not be surprised if this year's is the worst flu season for a decade.

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Man charged with attempted murder over Birmingham stabbing

A woman in her 30s was stabbed in the neck outside the Bullring shopping centre on Friday.

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Prince George joins Kate, King and Queen at Festival of Remembrance

The royals attended the annual event at the Royal Albert Hall on the eve of Remembrance Sunday.

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Quentin Willson: Former Top Gear and Fifth Gear presenter dies aged 68

The presenter and campaigner was described by his family as a "true national treasure" and "true consumer champion".

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UK seeks inspiration from Denmark to shake up immigration system

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is taking cues from some of the toughest migration laws in Europe.