14 minutes ago Matt Gaetz ethics report finds evidence Republican paid thousands for sex and drugs: Live updates

Gaetz stands accused of violating Florida’s statutory rape laws, among others, report finds

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20 minutes ago 'Jewel in the crown' Welsh attraction, Llancaiach Fawr in Caerphilly, shuts in council cuts

Llancaiach Fawr in Caerphilly, which received a £500,000 annual council subsidy, has shut with 20 paid and 18 voluntary staff let go, despite a campaign to save it

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26 minutes ago Married women will hate me... but I am the other woman. And I'll tell you that Christmas is hardest on us mistresses

It's that time of year again. The time when the world rejoices, families come together - and lovers carve out that little bit of special time alone. Unless, that is, you are the other woman.

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30 minutes ago Sue Radford forced to defend her family as Centre Parcs has to make change for them

Sue and Noel Radford - who are parents to 22 children - are currently enjoying a festive break at Center Parcs, with the resort having to make a special arrangement for the huge family

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31 minutes ago Leaked draft of Matt Gaetz ethics report finds evidence he paid for sex with minor

CNN publishes draft concluding GOP congressman paid tens of thousands for sex and drugs among other violationsA leaked draft of a House ethics committee report on Matt Gaetz, the former Florida Republican congressman, found “substantial evidence” that he engaged in sex trafficking and paid for sex with a minor, among other serious violations of state law and congressional rules.The draft investigation was obtained by CNN and concludes that Gaetz, Trump’s first pick for attorney general, made payments totalling tens of thousands of dollars to women for sex and drugs across at least 20 separate occasions. The draft report also states that in 2017 Gaetz paid a 17-year-old girl for sex, which would constitute statutory rape under Florida law. Continue reading...

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41 minutes ago Social media firms set to use facial recognition to check kids' ages under Ofcom plans

Tech giants are warned they will be punished if they break the new rules to keep children safe online as Ofcom prepares to bring in new guidance for social media firms

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66 minutes ago 'I refuse to make my children Christmas Eve boxes – my alternative is better'

Christmas Eve boxes are hugely popular, but not everyone is a fan of the tradition. As well as being costly, it can be tough for families to keep up with trends

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75 minutes ago Matt Gaetz ethics report finds he paid thousands for sex with multiple women, partied with drugs

The House Ethics Committee's report into former Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz found he paid over $90,000 for sex, including with a minor, handed out illicit drug 'party favors,' and more.

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92 minutes ago How faith communities can be welcoming of believers with disabilities this holiday season and beyond

This holiday season, some religious congregations across the U.S. are holding events designed to be accomodating to and inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

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98 minutes ago Drowning death numbers in Scotland 'worryingly high' as fewer kids learning to swim amid pool closures

EXCLUSIVE: Swimming chiefs have warned rising numbers of children cannot swim confidently as cash-strapped councils are forced to close pools or slash leisure centre opening times.

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