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Smart dogs learn words by eavesdropping on owners

New research shows some gifted dogs can learn new toy names just by overhearing conversations, with skills rivalling an 18-23-month-old child. Discover the science behind these clever canines.

Woman loses 120lbs with one simple rule

Daisie Jenson, 28, lost over 40% of her body weight by ditching fad diets for a sustainable calorie deficit. Discover her transformative journey from anxiety to confidence.

Pep Guardiola: Man City lacked energy last season

Pep Guardiola reveals a collective drop in energy from himself and his Manchester City players contributed to their trophyless 2024/25 campaign. Discover his candid reflections and plans for renewal.

Scope charity to close 77 UK shops by March 2026

Disability charity Scope is shutting 77 of its 138 UK stores in a major restructure to tackle a £8.9m deficit. The closures, alongside job cuts, aim to save millions as charity retail faces soaring costs and online competition.

Food Influencer Shares Mounjaro Weight Loss Success

Marc Almond, known as Cooking With Tubz, updates 394k followers on his 2.5 stone weight loss using Mounjaro. He shares his journey, tackles trolls, and explains his calorie deficit strategy.

Putin Visits India to Strengthen Strategic Ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi for a state visit aimed at bolstering defence and economic cooperation with India, amid Western pressure over Ukraine. Read the full analysis.

Macron in China for trade and Ukraine talks with Xi

French President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-day state visit to China, aiming to rebalance trade ties and seek Beijing's influence on Russia regarding the Ukraine war. Follow the latest diplomatic developments.

OBR Chair Resigns as Fiscal Forecasts Spark Political Row

Richard Hughes, chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, has resigned. The move follows intense scrutiny of the watchdog's economic forecasts and exposes the government's delicate balancing act between political promises and market demands.

UK government borrowing soars ahead of budget

UK public finances show higher-than-expected borrowing of £17.4bn in October, creating a major challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget statement. Read the full analysis.

Russia's wartime economy slows, taxes rise

Russia's wartime economy slows, forcing the Kremlin to raise VAT and other consumer taxes. Discover the impact on ordinary Russians and the budget deficit.

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