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Sequins at a Christmas party? I wouldn’t be caught dead in them

Just because it’s December doesn’t mean you have to compete with the Christmas tree when it comes to your clothes. As office party season kicks in, Olivia Petter has got the low-down on everything you should (and shouldn’t) be wearing

<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>

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

<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

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

<p>‘Dog guilt is a condition that screams we’ve not done enough, or not done things right, for our pups’</p>

Meet the people who treat their dogs like babies

<p>Baby bump in the road: pregnancy is exciting but presents a logistical conumdrum when it comes to clothes </p>

The exhausting pregnancy symptom I wish I’d been warned about

<p>Grim: Lawson’s new ‘drinkable mayo’, which is available in Japan </p>

I’m a mayonnaise fiend – but Japan’s drinkable mayo is an abomination

Recipes

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

Marcus Wareing shares foolproof apple tarte tatin with nutmeg cream

<p>Bring classic French food into your kitchen </p>

Marcus Wareing’s croque madame recipe and why a roux is key to success

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

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

Life Stories

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

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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

<p>David and Victoria Beckham arrive at state banquet hosted by King Charles.</p>

David and Victoria Beckham arrive at state banquet hosted by King

<p>Tulisa breaks silence after deleting I’m A Celeb posts and cancelling TV appearances.</p>

Tulisa breaks silence after deleting I’m A Celeb posts

<p>Fearne Cotton feeling ‘positive’ as presenter reveals she’s having surgery to remove tumours.</p>

Fearne Cotton reveals she’s having surgery to remove multiple tumours

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

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>Kate Middleton. </p>

Princess of Wales adds final touches to Christmas carol service plans

<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

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>

Fitness and wellbeing

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

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What is the ‘We are living in a world’ viral sound on TikTok?

What is the ‘We are living in a world’ viral sound on TikTok?

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Spotify Wrapped 2024: Users criticise 'overuse of AI' as new 'podcast' feature unveiled

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Chernobyl dogs are evolving – and even have unique genetics

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'Hidden structures' discovered deep beneath the dark side of the moon

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Joe Rogan is officially the world's biggest podcaster - and people are concerned

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Joe Rogan is officially the world's biggest podcaster - and people are concerned

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Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan are 'taking a break' and the internet can't handle it

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Brat summer and ‘demure’ make-up feature in TikTok’s top trends of 2024