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Lost in showbiz Pippa Middleton: first NBC, tomorrow the universe?
The flagship Today show may soon have a new celebrity reporter, but it could leave her time to explore her royal connections in outer space
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The Duchess of Cambridge has a stylist. Who knew? No one, apparently. Jess Cartner-Morley tells us everything she knows about ‘Tash’
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We can’t get enough of pulled pork, from US-style barbecue joints to slow-cooked shoulder at home. But has the craze peaked with pulled pork ready meals and flavoured crisps?
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The summer had socks and sandals, and now it’s all about looking like you’re avoiding deep vein thrombosis. Here are three ways to … get the compression sock look
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Dave Grohl is a man of many talents. He is also a prolific, inventive swearer. Between expletives, he tells Alexis Petridis about the Foo Fighters’ guest-laden new album – and why its accompanying TV series sees him jamming with Bad Brains and hanging with the US president
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The newest resident of Chicago’s Shedd Aqaurium is an orphaned southern sea otter pup. Just five weeks old and weighing less than 6lbs, she was rescued along the California coast by state wildlife officials
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Now is the time to act to grab a bargain – or in the case of the most popular toys, to ensure you get anything at all
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Take control of your own wellbeing with these ‘10 keys to happier living’
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Fluffy Mighty White or the fuller texture of artisan sourdough? Taleggio, Teifi or prepacked slices? And what is the best way to cook your sandwich: grill, griddle, frying pan or toastie machine?
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Besides the obvious meat and stuffing sandwich, here’s how to make the most of the Sunday roast remains
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As Judy Murray is showing us on Strictly Come Dancing, it’s not just the young things who can dare to bare
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Beauty brands are catching up with the fashion world’s stance on diversity
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Are you man or mouse? The dynamic desk chair will turn you into both
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What’s going to keep you warmer during the winter? A well-stocked log fire – or the love of your adopted cat?
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Walking guides Long-distance footpaths in easy stages
Britain’s walking trails provide great views of the country, but if you’re daunted by the amount of miles to cover, don’t fear – you can tackle them in ‘collectible’ chunks -
From Grana Padano to frozen raspberries, skirt steak to good cava, there are numerous ingredients you can use as cheaper alternatives
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Once worn by the Ghostbusters, now by Victoria Beckham and Kate Moss, the boilersuit is now a glamorous choice
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Fashionistas seem to think doing health goth is as easy as popping on a some black Lycra to dull the glare of white teeth at your local Fitness First, writes Myf Warhurst
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A French mathematician has used algebra to explain why hipsters end up dressing alike. But what other calculations could we use to explore other elements of this tribe, asks Tim Jonze
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The Scouts may have ditched them, but you never know when a good reef, hitch or sheet bend might come in handy. Here are six great knots you’ll be happy you learned how to tie
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Mallory Ortberg 'If men show up that's great, but we don't need them'
In a new series interviewing women who write on the web and shape its discussions, we speak to Mallory Ortberg, founder of the Toast, a general interest site for women of a literary bent -
Christmas has come early: December Vogue hits the newsstands this week and it’s a Kate Moss special. It’s a treat – here are the six highlights
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This year alone, four casinos have shut down in America’s infamous east-coast gambling resort. An estimated 10,000 jobs will be lost. Can this one-industry town find a way to rescue its losses? A man called Guardian still thinks so ...
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High-street highs 10 years of H&M designer collaborations
Here are the Guardian fashion team's expert tips for shopping designer collaborations like a professional – and some of their best ever purchases -
‘I wrote Anna as my alter ego – and Miles stood for all the self-satisfied but charming men I fancied’
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A Swedish businessman thinks we should be able to construct minimalist clothes from basic kits. But would you want to make your own T-shirt and trousers?
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Lionel Shriver I was poor but happy
Lionel Shriver should have been miserable as a ‘nobody’ with no money and next to no readers. In fact she was having the time of her life … -
As the unfortunately named canine appears to be heading for the chop, Viv Groskop looks back at the her triumphs, from the infamous backside to kidnap via an illegal crepe suzette
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A new survey suggests chocolate might help brain function in 50- to 70-year-olds. So, does a bar a day keep the doctor away?
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Lynn Shelton: For years, cinema didn’t seem able to cope with the concept of a rounded female character. Now times have changed, but the pressure on both genders to stay traditional remains intense
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There’s a worrying blur between lobbying and enforcement that’s at its most extreme with animals: police should enforce law, not charities
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If her resilience in the face of difficulties isn’t a triumph, I don’t know what is
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Women with a drink or drug problem need support not condemnation. But are we prepared to help them?
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If you want to get popular on the internet, don’t fake being cool – and definitely don’t slap your brand name on natural brilliance
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Record numbers don’t matter if the party is still targeting women’s rights – and if elected women are still throwing their own gender under the bus
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The actor says she is open to a political career. My tips: invest in smart shoes, train Brad Pitt in the doe-eyed look – and shun the internet
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Notes & queries Do doctors live longer than their patients?
Readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific concepts -
The 2014 US midterms may have been the year of the female candidate who couldn’t. But maybe this can be the beginning of endless female possibility
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It’s not ‘the new navy’ but thanks to Kanye West and Mark Ronson, leopard print is gradually becoming a staple in menswear. Would you wear it?
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Focusing on the response of the victim rather than dealing with the perpetrator will not solve the problem
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It’s equal pay day, so we should celebrate French feminists’ attempts to prevent us paying more for the same everyday objects
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With the news that Britain’s biggest biscuit company United Biscuits has been sold to Turkish firm Yildiz, we chart the global drift of the UK’s kitchen-cupboard stalwarts
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Self-deprecation is a distinctly British disorder – particularly among women. It’s time to ditch the disparagement for some self-respect
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The path to happiness is long and winding, and it takes you through some very dark places
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Charlie Brooker: If the fashion industry truly cared about the future of our planet, it would issue a solitary line of unisex, one-size-fits-all smocks, then shut down for good
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It was long thought that child-bearing signalled the beginning of the end for female athletes, but evidence suggests there are physiological benefits
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Lovely Michel Roux Jr has been replaced by a wazzock. But is he what the show needs to recover from the farce that was the last series?
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At the going rate, we won’t see workplace gender justice for another 81 years. Perhaps it’s time to tip the scales
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New book Why Men Like Straight Lines and Women Like Polka Dots is released this week. Will the hunger for answers about the difference between men and women ever be satiated?
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Take it from Amy Poehler: modesty and niceness are overrated – and they are not the traits of wildly successful women
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Doctor Who A female Doctor is only a matter of time
Now that the Master has become the Mistress, it can’t be long before we see a woman playing the Doctor. Who would you cast? I'm backing Tilda Swinton -
Writing made me learn about my origins. But countless young black people today have yet to discover theirs
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Maybe the sheer banality of the web could induce the kind of fugue state that allows ideas to flourish
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Parkrun, gentle amble, racing – or the New York marathon? Come and share your weekend exploits below the line as always
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An outbreak of ramen restaurants in London has taken noodle broth to new heights
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When R and I realised that the alcohol was not the cause of all our problems, we understood that we could stay married if the desire was strong enough
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When a Russian official described Serena and Venus as the ‘Williams brothers’, he became the story
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As my friends went through puberty, I remained stubbornly boyish and undeveloped. By 18, I was desperately anxious … would I ever catch up with my peers?
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Slow food recipes Lamb tagine to confit of duck
Five more delicious dishes that are worth the wait, including lamb tagine and Nigel Slater’s confit of duck, all chosen by Observer Food Monthly
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Enjoy this traditional Korean dish, with its kaleidoscope of colours and flavours, on a bleak winter’s day
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Rhubarb jam is easy to make and is the flavour of the week for these split buns
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Rachel Roddy serves her meatballs two ways: a solitary sphere atop pasta, with the rest accompanied by buttery mash the next day
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Quick recipes Beef, lentil and winter veg warmer
Succulent slices of marinated beef, bubbling in a rich bouillon are a quick and healthy creation and a satisfying dinner choice -
A young Edison once traded tea leaves for a breakfast of baked apple dumplings. They remained his favourite food for the rest of his life
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Our 10 best: The ubiquitous grain comes into its own in a deconstructed sushi dish, crispy Italian arancini, and the creamiest of British puds
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Whenever Stephen presses the delete key, it adds a hash sign, and it’s driving him wild
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We want to pay off my mum’s mortgage, let her live in her house and take out a joint mortgage, but want to know more details
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Boxing gloves, lairy leggings and tiny crop tops are among the offerings available from the new luxe sportswear line
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It warned of a problem and then asked me to click the link
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I’ve been offered training to become an accountant, but I hate the industry and want to get out. I have a family to support
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Fallen leaves and the threat of frost make this month the key time for a strategic pre-winter clearup
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You’ll need a relevant background, whether in chemistry or something culinary, and a sweet tooth wouldn’t go amiss either
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Menswear How to choose the perfect coat
Grotty autumn weather brings with it one big plus – a new overcoat. But which one? -
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Mix master How to cook with spice mixes
From dukkah and za’atar to ras el hanout and panch phoron, there’s a spice mix out there to suit any eventuality -
Want some background music that won’t distract you from your book? Try Moochin’ About, says our musical agony aunt
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Private lives My husband ran up a £10,000 credit card bill
My husband has been running up debts we can’t afford. Will I ever be able to trust him again? -
Ask Molly Ringwald I fancy my friend’s ex – should I go out with him?
Our agony aunt advises a woman who doesn’t know whether to risk her friendship for the chance of love -
When a Facebook user dies, there are two options: delete the account or memorialise it. How can people plan for their digital legacy?
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‘The best bit,’ Stuart Heritage says, ‘is the way you look as if you’re wearing a bulletproof vest when you go out in it’
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Gardens What to do this week
Check firewood is free from wildlife, read The Gardener’s Garden and plant a timelessly chic wallflower -
I jog regularly about 12 to 15 miles a week
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She has come off antidepressants to prepare for pregnancy, but is she doing the right thing?
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If you’re lucky enough to have a windfall of £1,000, £10,000 or even £100,000, here’s how you can put it to work
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I’m looking for another job, but in the meantime I’m not sure whether I should sign off sick as I doubt I’ll ever come back
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She says she is ready to have sex, but she doesn’t feel comfortable being naked in front of me. How can I put her at ease?
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John Lewis unveils its latest Chritsmas advert on Thursday centring on the friendship between a young boy and Monty, a CGI-animated penguin
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Right on queue Alexander Wang for H&M
They began queueing at 11pm the night before doors opened on Alexander Wang’s first collection for H&M
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We take a look at the areas where the average house price is most out of reach for people on the area’s average salary, with data provided by Centre for Cities
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We looked for family homes from the top 10 places to live according to the 2014 Family Hotspots Report
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The Singh Project is a photo exhibition that showcases the beauty and diversity of the two most ubiquitous symbols of Sikhism: the beard and turban
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The Victorian mums who disguised themselves as chairs, couches and curtains – to hold their children still for photographs
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Daredevil makes two crossings, including one blindfolded, in front of 60,000 people, plus a worldwide TV audience
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Stephen Fry, Julie Walters, Emma Watson, David Beckham and Liam Gallagher are some of the celebrities who have designed 50 Paddington statues which are popping up all over London from tomorrow until the end of the year. Here’s a sneak preview of some of the cutest – which do you like best?
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Goths flock to the North Yorkshire seaside town for the popular twice-yearly music festival
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Debbie Harry’s fame-hungry days with Blondie are revealed in a captivating behind-the-scenes book and exhibition by her former partner Chris Stein
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A pioneer of the vertical garden, Patrick Blanc has taken the idea of bringing the outside in to a whole new level in his Paris home
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Alys Fowler peppers her garden with tulip bulbs in autumn for one of the easiest and earliest harbingers of spring colour
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How to work faux fur, whatever your age. Stylist: Priscilla Kwateng. Photography: David Newby
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These ominous-looking homes can be yours … if you’re not too frightened
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From blanket scarves and tailored jogging pants to monochrome checks and anything green, here is a definitive guide to all the hottest menswear trends
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In the quiz this week: A Hawk flies high, another turn from Paddington and a final bow from one of ballet's greats
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Science quiz Flying cars and tweeting monarchs
It's been a month of technological firsts, from the unveiling of the flying car to the Queen joining Twitter, but have you kept up with all the science news?
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Today's questions cover suspected spies, delicious drinks, extinct animals, Harry Potter, WG Grace and famous musicals
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It's bonfire night tonight, and today's questions all have some sort of link to something connected with the celebrations
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Everyday Shakespeare quiz Match the popular expression to the play
Many of Shakespeare's lines are used in daily life – but do you know which plays feature these popular expressions?
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Today's questions cover the Cheeky Girls, American words, Australian animals, the Statue of Liberty and The Moonstone
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Eamon Dunphy and Roddy Doyle have been whose “ghosts”?
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A new study by the Royal Society of Public Health shows that most of us don't know how many calories there are in our favourite drinks. Does that apply to you?
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Taking its name from the misused words of Mrs Malaprop in The Rivals, a malapropism (AKA a dogberryism) is the use of an incorrect word in place of one with a similar sound. Can you guess the right wrong words?
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Today's questions cover classic horror films, the origins of Halloween, spooky music and horror screen legends
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In this week's reader-set quiz, moved forward a day to accommodate a Halloween special on Friday, Bruce Watteau tests your knowledge of small birds, big operas and Brian Eno
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Today's questions cover children's games, brewing, Pearl Harbor, the Unabomber, John Galliano and famous whiskies
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Today's questions cover video games, 1984, famous Russians, Scott's last expedition and Boney M singles
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In the week Helen Macdonald won the Samuel Johnson prize with her memoir, H is for Hawk, we take to the air with this quiz about our feathered friends in literature. But can you tell a hawk from a handsaw? Find out whether you're a turkey or a soaring success
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Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9
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Quick crossword No 13,883
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Cryptic crossword No 26,410
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Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9
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Cryptic crossword No 26,409
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How well do you know Wes Craven's 1984 slasher film?
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Wes Brown scored Sunderland's fourth own goal of the season on Monday night to leave his goalkeeper distraught, but has he reached the lows of Richard Dunne and Jamie Carragher?
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Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9
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Cryptic crossword No 26,408
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Quick crossword No 13,881
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Some are the names of horses which have run in the Melbourne Cup. Others are the names of luxury yachts for hire. Can you tell which is which?
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The wife of president Ashraf Ghani has surprised many Afghans by speaking out on women and internally displaced people
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Oscar contender Leviathan is a frank portrayal of corrupt Russia. In a rare interview, its director talks to Shaun Walker about his country’s ‘eternal curse’ and why voting there would be a ‘completely pointless step’
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Beauty brands are catching up with the fashion world’s stance on diversity as Redken announces its surprise new face
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Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of US Vogue, to be presented with an award for Outstanding Achievement at the British Fashion Awards this December
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Editor employed the former creative writing student, convicted of the murder of Meredith Kercher, to give her ‘a normal life’
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Ultra-pricey luxury brand, popular as a status symbol for the rich, has been closely associated with the hip-hop star since 2006
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Old school Street-style illustration
The recent backlash against street-style photography has had one positive outcome: a renewed interest in alternative mediums, including fashion illustration
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For these unusual images, the notorious ambulance-chaser of New York City turned his lens on stars and high-society players, then doctored the pictures in his darkroom
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As M&S report a drop in clothing sales but a rise in profits, we take a look at vintage pictures of what was once, arguably, Britain’s favourite store
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Young, mainly Russian, debutantes, alongside others from across the world, assemble in Old Billingsgate Hall before their first performance in London
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Harper Beckham might be the toast of the fashion front row, but her elder brother, 12-year-old Romeo, looks set to take his place on fashion’s world stage with his new role in Burberry’s festive campaign
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A new photography book examines culture, politics, religion and tourism in the Caribbean over the past century. Here are some of the best images
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He plays a serial killer in The Fall and stars in the film version of Fifty Shades of Grey. Jamie Dornan gets physical
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Find out in this five-minute test from psychologists at Oxford Brookes University
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Very British Problems, which has 892,000 followers, mocks everyday British traits such as apologising for everything
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I grew up assuming I would never get married, because marriage was for thin women. What I needed to hear was that that you can be fat and happy and in love
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Wondered why #Alexfromtarget was trending? It’s because someone posted a picture of someone called Alex working at Target. Confused? Welcome to accidental internet fame
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The actors say they’re happy, the makers say it’s guilt-free – but what exactly is ‘fair trade’ porn?
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One of Canada’s most famous broadcasters is accused of choking, bruising and biting several women. Now I see our five-month relationship in a new light
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It’s the classic quick, dirty coffee that you drink for the buzz rather than the taste. Is it time we set aside our cortados and rediscovered its earthy pleasures?
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A collection of old trainers in a dusty Argentinian shop sparks a nerve-wracking trip for Adidas’s Gary Aspden and the Stone Roses’ Ian Brown. Rhik Samadder hears the tale
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After my experience with severe depression, I see colleagues struggling and worry that by labelling them as ‘stressed’ we’re overlooking – or even denying – deeper problems
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David Bailey This is what 100 looks like
Fauja Singh gave up marathon running last year – at 102. Eileen Symonds, 100, only stopped driving two years ago. David Bailey photographs nine British centenarians -
Panic-merchants worry that online social networks will replace offline friendships, turning users into basement-dwelling zombies, unable to converse face-to-face
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The complex flavour of curries is governed by just three things. Then simply improvise...
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Shoshana B Roberts recorded all the catcalls and remarks she got from passersby as she walked for 10 hours through New York – and at one point was followed silently for five minutes
I came out in a country town, and everything changed in an instant