58 m. ago OBR Budget blunder had happened before, damning report reveals

The report says ‘ultimate responsibility’ rests with the leadership of the OBR, raising major questions for the watchdog’s chair Richard Hughes

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68 m. ago Shamed top cop texted picture of penis to junior colleague, disciplinary hearing told

Former chief superintendent Rob Cousen took 'early retirement' to avoid a disciplinary hearing which concluded he was guilty of gross misconduct

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75 m. ago Your ultimate guide to looking good & feeling great this party season

From a genius skin-prep gadget to the perfect manicure, scent and lipstick, Rose Beer has you covered

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2 h. ago Greggs launches Christmas card range complete with the gift of a sausage roll

The iconic baker's Ultimate Secret Santa Surprise includes a card with heat-activated ink that, when warmed, reveals a code for a free sausage roll.

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4 h. ago Trump reportedly gave Maduro ultimatum to relinquish power in Venezuela

US president sent a ‘blunt message’ to his South American counterpart, sources sayHow US campaign against Venezuela has unfoldedUS politics – live updatesDonald Trump reportedly gave Nicolás Maduro an ultimatum to relinquish power immediately during their recent call – but Venezuela’s authoritarian leader declined, demanding a “global amnesty” for himself and allies.On Sunday, the US president confirmed the call had taken place, telling reporters: “I wouldn’t say it went well or badly, it was a phone call.” Continue reading...

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5 h. ago Will Trump really attack Venezuela? US president ‘issues Maduro with ultimatum’ after threatening strikes

Maduro continues to call for dialogue - but warns he will stand against the ‘aggressions of imperialism’ if needed

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5 h. ago Influencer's chilling last text about 'dark figure' before body was found in suitcase

Beauty influencer, Stephanie Pieper vanished after a Christmas party before her body was discovered days later in a forest in Slovenia

Science

6 h. ago Female teacher's 'toy' text to pupil, 15, emerges as she declares 'I’ll bring my toy'

Karly Rae admitted to having sex with an underage student, grooming him via messaging apps and perverting the course of justice having previously denied the allegations

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6 h. ago ‘Conversion therapy’ is homophobic and dangerous. Yet it threatens to make a comeback | David Kirp

Bans on the dangerous practice, condemned by national mental health organizations, could soon be struck downHomosexuality is an illness that therapists can and should cure: that’s the rationale for “conversion therapy”, a practice promoted as a way to change an individual’s sexual orientation from gay to straight.But a host of studies conclude that such counseling doesn’t work – small wonder, since sexual orientation is a core part of an individual’s identity. It’s also potentially harmful, especially for minors. Research shows that youth subjected to conversion practices, often at the insistence of misguided parents, are prone to depression, anxiety, drug use, homelessness and suicide.David Kirp is professor emeritus at the University of California-Berkeley and a frequent Guardian contributor.In the US, you can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or email jo@sa...

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7 h. ago ‘It’s going much too fast’: the inside story of the race to create the ultimate AI

In Silicon Valley, rival companies are spending trillions of dollars to reach a goal that could change humanity – or potentially destroy itOn the 8.49am train through Silicon Valley, the tables are packed with young people glued to laptops, earbuds in, rattling out code.As the northern California hills scroll past, instructions flash up on screens from bosses: fix this bug; add new script. There is no time to enjoy the view. These commuters are foot soldiers in the global race towards artificial general intelligence – when AI systems become as or more capable than highly qualified humans. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Trump delivers ultimatum to Maduro to flee Venezuela IMMEDIATELY

The talks occurred Friday amid a series of lethal American drone strikes against suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers in the region that has killed over 80 people.

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11 h. ago Who would be a young person? A new terrible study | First Dog on the Moon

We must not let things be this way! Yet while we should do everything to change these things we do notSign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are publishedGet all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is First Dog merchandise and printsIn the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org or jo@samaritans.ie. In the US, you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at befrienders.org Continue reading...

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13 h. ago I make my porridge creamier by swapping water for one ingredient — it's silky smooth

This is my foolproof method for making the creamiest, silkiest porridge every morning - and it's all about using one ingredient instead of water for the perfect texture.

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16 h. ago I'm a fashion expert and this is my ultimate Christmas gift guide for women over 50. They are anti

Calling all men who are getting Christmas-present palpitations. If the woman you are buying for loves fashion but is fussy and you don't want to get something that doesn't fit, this is the list for you.

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16 h. ago Trump confirms call with Maduro amid claims Don ‘gave tyrant ultimatum to flee Venezuela IMMEDIATELY to save his family’

DONALD Trump confirmed he spoke to dictator Nicolás Maduro over a call before announcing the closure of Venezuela's airspace. While Trump revealed no details of the chat, he is said to have offered Maduro a chance to escape with his family amid fears of all-out war between Washington and Caracas. During the call, Trump offered...

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18 h. ago Greggs unveils range of Christmas cards — and they come with a hidden festive treat

GREGGS is launching its first range of Christmas cards — which come with a free sausage roll. Called the Ultimate Secret Santa Surprise, the £3.95 cards feature heat-activated ink. When warmed, a code is revealed to redeem for a sausage roll, including the vegan variety. There is also the option to personalise designs, such as...

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18 h. ago Female teacher, 37, had sex with pupil, 15, multiple times as 'toy' text emerges

Karly Rae admitted to having sex with an underage student, grooming him via messaging apps and perverting the course of justice having previously denied the allegations

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19 h. ago Dame Joan Collins, 92, enjoys a date night with husband Percy Gibson as she bundles up in white faux fur for the opening of Paddington: The Musical

Dame Joan Collins made a glamorous entrance alongside her husband Percy Gibson as they led the stars at the Paddington: The Musical opening night at the Savoy Theatre.

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24 h. ago Kate Middleton said to use £750 cream now under £100 and shoppers say it 'works from first go'

Rodial has slashed the price of its Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Crème by a whopping £655 this Black Friday

Economics

24 h. ago Man gouged teen girlfriend's eyes out and scalped her in month

Kelly Anne Bates was just 14 when she first met James Patterson Smith - a man three decades older. They embarked on a dark relationship which would ultimately end in her tragic death

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