52 m. ago Sydney Sweeney chastised by TV star after defending choice to go braless in see

Sydney Sweeney was forced to defend her choice to wear a sheer silver dress at Variety's Power of Women event this week, but conservative media personality Megyn Kelly has 'objected' to her outfit

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1 hour ago How scientists are shining light on the biology behind seasonal affective disorder

Researchers tracking large cohorts are discovering the effects of sleep, light and therapy on people impacted by winter’s arrivalFor some, the darkening days of autumn bring more than the annual ritual of reviving woolly jumpers and turning on the central heating. As the evenings close in and the mornings grow murky, energy ebbs and a heavy sadness settles in.Although seasonal affective disorder (Sad) was only formally recognised by psychiatrists in the 1980s, the link between the seasons, mood and vitality has long been observed. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago I tested winter duvets – the 10.5tog £11.99 winner from bargain shop kept me warm all night long

INVESTING in a warm duvet will not only keep you warm on a winter’s night - but it might also save you cash. The best ones will keep you toasty whilst you sleep without you having to turn up the heating. Traditionally, a feather or down duvet was thought to be the best defence against...

Economics

3 h. ago Sleep expert's verdict after bizarre 'potato bed' claims to help you fall asleep faster

If you're struggling to fall asleep at night, you might be desperate enough to try anything, but is it worth trying the 'potato bed' trend? A sleep expert has issued a verdict

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3 h. ago 'Impeccable' period drama perfect for Downton fans on BBC tonight

Emma Thompson and Anthony Hopkins star in the 'timeless classic'

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3 h. ago Robin Hood review – Sean Bean gifts us the most gloriously bad TV offering of the year

It ticks every box you could wish for in your olde worlde trash: Sean Bean as the Sheriff of Nottingham, faerie smut and not a bad wig in sight! Hurrah!Autumn is entering the home straight. Winter is coming. We are more than due, therefore, a piece of fantasy/folkloric tomfoolery set in the days of yore – which is further back than yesteryear and therefore more forgiving all round – stuffed with young actors trying out their talents, and old thesps keeping their alimony/next passion-project funded. Welcome, my friends, to this year’s most glorious offering: Robin Hood.I really only need to tell you two things about it. One is that it stars Sean Bean as the Sheriff of Nottingham. I know. I know. We all wanted to live that long and we have! And two, there are no bad wigs in it! Because – there are no wigs at all! Some benevolent hand must have reached down and gently turned wardrobe away from the “long, stringy, Yore-hair” box that habitually damns these ventures, and instead commande...

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4 h. ago Vet settles debate on whether dogs should wear coats during cold winter walks

A vet has taken to social media to explain whether your beloved pooch needs to wear a coat in the colder months.

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4 h. ago Sleigh rides, spas and snowshoeing: 10 of the best winter holidays in Europe

Ditch the skis – these winter breaks are all about stunning mountain scenery, cosy places to stay and fun activitiesSaddle up for sleigh rides, strap in for a 220-metre illuminated toboggan run, and prepare to get lost in an ice-carved maze at the Snowland theme park in Zakopane, as Poland’s winter capital sparkles up for the season. Pair a snowy walk through the Chochołowska valley with a visit to the Chochołowskie thermal baths, with outdoor pools, sauna, balneotherapy and massage treatments. Stay at the Hotel Aries, which mixes classic Alpine design with Zakopane touches (local wine and traditional dishes in the Halka restaurant, furniture and rugs by local craftspeople), and don’t miss the world’s largest snow maze and the Palace of the Snow Queen in the Snowlandia theme park, which has individual chambers sculpted from snow and ice by local artists.Doubles at Hotel Aries from £165 B&B. Zakopane is around two hours from Krakow by bus; the hotel is a 1km taxi ride from the st...

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6 h. ago 'Beautiful and stylish' women's watch that's 'a dream to wear' has 91% off

'Love it, beautifully made and top quality', said a shopper

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6 h. ago Dunelm shoppers can get a 'lovely and soft' winter duvet for less than £5

There's a little-known way to save £15 on the popular bedding set

Economics

6 h. ago 'Luxury' heated throw 'warms up quickly' and is 'super soft'

'This electric throw is a winter lifesaver', said one buyer

Events

7 h. ago Yamamoto completes outstanding October with Game 7 heroics, World Series MVP

Yoshinobu Yamamoto was named World Series MVP for the Los Angeles Dodgers with one of the greatest pitching performances in Fall Classic history, including an epic relief appearance in Game 7 on Saturday night

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7 h. ago LA Dodgers retain World Series after thrilling Game 7 win over Toronto Blue Jays

Game 7: LA Dodgers 5–4 Toronto Blue JaysWill Smith’s 11th-inning home run proves decisiveDodgers becomes first repeat champion since 2000As it happened: Bryan Graham’s inning-by-inning reportThe Los Angeles Dodgers have retained the World Series title after clinching victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in a thrilling Game 7 that ended in extra innings.The Dodgers did it the hard way, coming back from 3-0 and 4-2 down in the Blue Jays’ home stadium before Will Smith’s home run in the 11th inning put Los Angeles ahead for the first time in the game and helped secure their 5-4 victory. They had also trailed 3-2 in the best-of-seven series after Game 5. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Tom Parker Bowles shares recipe of 'classic' sandwich enjoyed by Queen Elizabeth

The dish in question is Poulet Reine Elizabeth, more widely recognised as Coronation Chicken sandwiches

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8 h. ago Unspoiled UK seaside town that will 'win your heart' has sandy beach and brilliant shops

The beautiful seaside town is perfect for a winter getaway. The town has a pier, sandy beaches, a number of attractions and is famous for its crabs.

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9 h. ago DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2025 date when you'll receive up to £300 in your account

The DWP pays out the Winter Fuel Payment to help pensioners with the cost of heating their home in winter months. Here's everything you need to know about the payment

Economics

10 h. ago Message in a bottle from first world war soldier found on remote Australian beach

Light-hearted note, penned on 15 August 1916, was found on Wharton beach, after severe winter storms washed away sand dunesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than a century after an Australian soldier wrote a letter to his mother as he sailed to war and his death, it has been discovered in a bottle washed up on a remote beach.Private Malcolm Alexander Neville’s light-hearted note, penned on 15 August 1916, was found on Wharton beach, near Esperance, about 750km south-east of Perth. Continue reading...

Events

15 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing star Lewis Cope makes series history as he secures huge score

Emmerdale star Lewis Cope has scored the first 40 of this year's Strictly Come Dancing after impressing all four judges with his Couple's choice set to a Radiohead classic

Culture

16 h. ago Prince Andrew and Fergie 'avoid outside world inside home surrounded by Amazon deliveries'

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson had a spectacular fall from the public's graces over their friendship with the late billionaire paedophile Jeffrey Epstein

Politics

17 h. ago Viral Man United fan who won't cut his hair until Red Devils win FIVE Premier League matches in a row shares heartbreak after Ruben Amorim's side fall short just two games from his target

Ilett began the challenge last October as a way to 'spread some humour' amid a difficult period for the club. His journey has seen him gain fame, with Ilett now boasting 595,000 followers on Instagram.

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