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The 21 Must-See Moments From The Brits

From incredible performances and hilarious sketches, to poignant speeches and political statements.

What Lewis Capaldi Actually Said In His Too-Rude-For-TV Brits Speech

What the bleep?

Revealed: David Cameron’s Most Cringeworthy Texts

"Am now calling the chancellor, Gove, everyone".

This Scarborough BnB Has Been Rated Top In The World, No Joke

In fact, five of the world’s top 15 B&Bs are right here in the UK.

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Do You Have FODO? How To Tackle Your Fear Of Dining Out

Whether you have FODO or JODO (that's joy of dining out), these tips will help you stay safe.

‘She Was Fuming’: How Starmer And Rayner Stepped Back From The Brink

Leader and deputy patch up differences after 48 hours of bitter briefing and counter-briefing.

5 Things Missing From Boris Johnson’s Queen’s Speech

Social care reforms, an outright ban on gay conversion therapy and a failure to tackle online scams.

Rachel Wearmouth

6 Hidden Clues That Pointed To H’s Identity In Line Of Duty All Along

There was a blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment going back as far as series one.

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What Does It Take To Reach A Zero-Carbon Footprint? It’s All In The Detail

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26 Relatable Tweets About Mascara Fails

"Makeup tip: For clump-free application of mascara do not apply mascara."

The BMI System For Diabetes Is Failing People Of Colour

“A blanket approach is not acceptable any longer."

Jaffa Jonuts Are Here, But Are They Cakes Or Doughnuts?

Essentially, yes – it's just a big ol' Jaffa Cake with a hole in it.

'Beyond A Joke': How Couples Feel About No Dancing At Weddings

Weddings are still facing tough restrictions after May 17. This is how couples and suppliers feel.

THE LATEST ON COVID

7 Ways To Undo The Brain Fog You're Feeling Because Of The Pandemic

If you're struggling to focus lately (who isn't?), try one of these tips to improve your stress and sharpen your mind.

Boris Johnson Signals Public Inquiry Into Covid Pandemic In Next Year

Bereaved families warn PM not to delay and say witnesses must give evidence under oath.

Rachel Wearmouth

Train Company Staff Told They Were Getting A Bonus – But It Was Actually A Cybersecurity Test

Unions condemn West Midlands Trains' “cynical and shocking stunt”.

Graeme Demianyk

People Got Drunk With Their Mates For Covid Research

How much does booze affect social distancing? Quite a lot, actually.

Boris Johnson Signals Covid Passports Might Not Happen

PM says "what role there could be – if any – for certification and social distancing” will be decided later this month.

Graeme Demianyk

For Hug's Sake: How To Have A Proper ‘Cautious Cuddle’

Hugging close friends and family is allowed from May 17. Just be "cautious" about it, please.

Family And Friends Allowed To Hug From Next Monday, PM Announces

Boris Johnson makes social distancing optional within groups in the biggest relaxation of Covid rules for more than a year.

All The Things You Can Do From May 17

"Cautious" hugs and indoor gatherings are back.

These Are The Risks Of Catching Covid At Work

HuffPost UK reader James asked: “How safe is it to go back to work?”

Families Will Be Allowed To Hug From May 17, Michael Gove Confirms

"Intimate contact between friends and family is something that we want to see restored" in England.

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News

Boy, 9, Dies After Being Struck By Lightning On Blackpool Playing Field

Fire Crews Warn TikTok Teens – Stop Getting Stuck In Toddler Swings

Footballfish From The Deep Washes Up, And It's Really Freaky

A Small Minke Whale Stranded In The River Thames Is To Be Put Down

Politics

Keir Starmer's Reshuffle Chaos Continues As Commons Aide Forced To Quit

Government 'Failing Homeless' As Vagrancy Act Repeal Excluded From Queen's Speech

The Key Points From The Queen’s Speech 2021

Restaurants To Be Forced To Put Calorie Counts On Menus, Government Announces

Opinion

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Opinion: This Is Absolutely The Wrong Time For Britain To Cut Foreign Aid

Opinion: The Pandemic Is Easing. Give The ‘NHS Rainbow’ Back To The LGBT Community

Opinion: It Matters We Call China’s Treatment Of Uyghurs What It Is – Genocide

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I’m Estranged From My Child. It’s A Lonely, Secret Kind Of Grief

I Worked As An In-Person Tutor In Lockdown. Was My Work Really Essential?

Covid Stranded Me On A Cruise Ship For Four Months

Entertainment

Government Responds To Dua Lipa's Brit Awards Speech About NHS Workers' Pay

Sheridan Smith Was Having An Absolute Ball On The Brits Red Carpet And We Love To See It

Jesy Nelson Shows The Love For Former Little Mix Bandmates After Their Historic Brit Awards Win

Jack Whitehall Takes Aim At Piers Morgan And Laurence Fox – 14 Of His Funniest Brits Quips

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Life

The 10 Most Popular Hair Styles Of 2021, From Curtains To Mullets

How To Make Gluten-Free Pizza Dough And A Fluffy Herb Focaccia

Is It Safe To Travel? What To Consider Before Booking Your Holiday

Men Journal, Too – And They’re Starting To Talk About It

parents

29 Tweets That Capture The Pain Of Parenting Really Early Risers

7 Signs You Were Raised By An Entitled Parent

My Son Just Turned One. My First Year As A Mum Has Been Lonely, Scary And Confusing

The Mental And Emotional State Of Parents In 3 Words Or Fewer

Video

How To Talk To Your Children About Identity

What Grief And Loss Do To Your Brain - On The Mind

‘Tackling myths and misinformation’: Dr Kevin Fenton from Public Health England On The Covid-19 Response

Killing Eve Star Sandra Oh Calls To Stop Anti-Asian Hate At Rally

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