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Massive crowds of romantasy fans form midnight queue
Rebecca Yarros could not sell her first novel. No publisher would take it. But this week, 14 years on, legions of her devoted readers turned up to more than a thousand midnight release parties held to celebrate the publication of her latest book.
January is self-help month - but not for toadying Brits in DC
Spare a thought for the grifters.
How to dodge fees and keep fit for free (almost)
Phil Daoust, the Guardian's resident fitness expert, has six tips on how to exercise on the cheap.
No hard feelings Carpets make a warm comeback
For the past decade or so it has been ripped up and tossed out, but now carpet is making a comeback.
What makes a good liar? After The Traitors final, one expert reveals tricks of the trade
As The Traitors final aired on BBC last night, in which Faithfuls battled to expose the Traitors to win a cash prize, we spoke to an expert in the psychology of deception about how to lie.
Portuguese MP accused of luggage theft from airports
A far-right politician in Portugal has been accused of stealing suitcases at several airports and has been removed from his political party as a result, the party has said.
Streeting: It's Time to Fight Battle of Ideas Against Rightwing Populists
Wes Streeting is to criticise Nigel Farage for pushing a \"miserabilist, declinist\" vision of Britain, arguing it is time to start fighting a battle of ideas against the rightwing populists.
Labour seeks deal to downsize Lords and avoid delays to bills
Labour is looking to strike a deal in the House of Lords on cutting the size of the chamber in an effort to avoid further legislation, the Guardian has learned.
Rescuers of Thames Water seek 'clean slate' on debt pile
Thames Water's potential rescuers are seeking a clean break with the company's past before they commit fresh funds, with some demanding a temporary renationalisation to help cut debts and replace bosses, the Guardian can reveal.
Mother is Jailed for 10 Years After Sons Left Alone Died in House Fire
A woman whose four sons died in a fire after she left them alone to go shopping has been jailed for 10 years.
Hamas names four female Israeli soldiers it says it will release this weekend
Hamas has published the names of four Israeli women being held captive in Gaza whom it says it plans to release this weekend as part of the continuing ceasefire agreement between the armed group and Israel.
A £10m payout The case is settled but is it all over?
It was at 10.16am - just 14 minutes before the trial was due to start in court 30 of the Rolls Building of the Royal Courts of Justice - that the deal was struck.
Legally binding climate and nature bill dropped
Ministers have seen off a bill that would have made the UK's climate and environment targets legally binding, after promising Labour backbenchers that they will have input into environmental legislation.
Life of a battery car as long as a fuel model, finds study
Battery cars on Britain's roads are lasting as long as petrol and diesel cars, according to a new study that found a rapid improvement in electric vehicle reliability.
Google agrees to crack down on fake reviews for UK businesses
Google has agreed to do more to identify and remove fake reviews, including placing sanctions on individuals who post them and UK businesses that manipulate their star ratings, the competition watchdog said yesterday.
I would rather keep fighting In Israel's north, ceasefire with Hezbollah brings little hope
At a lookout on Tsfiya mountain in Metula, Israel's northernmost town, a reservist commander delivered a geography lecture to dozens of new army conscripts, pointing out landmarks in the Lebanese valley below.
Travel and power hit as Éowyn rages in UK and Ireland
More than 1,000 flights were cancelled and a number of main roads closed yesterday as millions of people in the UK and Ireland were asked to stay home amid red \"danger to life\" warnings because of a rare \"weather bomb\" brought by Storm Éowyn.
Anger in Sicily at board game based on 1980s mafia conflicts
A board game based on the mafia wars that raged in Sicily in the 1980s has caused controversy in Italy, with the sister of the murdered anti-mafia judge Giovanni Falcone describing it as an offence to those who had fought to free Italy of organised crime.
Saudi Arabia Asks Hans Zimmer to Rearrange National Anthem
Saudi Arabia has asked the Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer to recreate its national anthem, a senior official said, as the kingdom steps up its image makeover.
Judges who heard Sara Sharif care case can be named next week, court rules
Three judges who oversaw family court proceedings related to the care of the murdered Sara Sharif can be named next week, the court of appeal has ruled.
Pesticides, bacteria and lead found in cannabis sold in Amsterdam
Lead, pesticides and potentially harmful bacteria were among the contaminants found during an investigation into cannabis sold in semi-legal coffee shops in the Netherlands.
Mystery buyer snaps up 40-bed Regent's Park mansion for £139m
A 40-bedroom mansion in Regent's Park formerly owned by the Saudi royal family has been sold for nearly £139m in one of London's biggest ever property sales.
Half of smokers trying to quit in England use poor tactics, study finds
A million smokers a year in England try to quit by employing methods with little chance of success, according to research.
Ian Murray First cabinet MP to take paternity leave in full
Ian Murray, the Scottish secretary, will become the first cabinet minister to take full paternity leave as Labour prepares to roll out new workplace rights for parents.
Chaos on two borders Migrants left in limbo after Trump kills key app
The train rumbled through the makeshift migrant camp in Mexico City, blaring its horn and sending people scattering to hug the wall. It passes through at 10am like clockwork, said the residents - almost all of whom have been planted there for months, waiting for the chance to request asylum in the US.
Ministers must hold the line on Thames Water. Administration would be better than a bailout
Make-your-mind-up time approaches for Thames Water. The directors may not have liked Ofwat's \"final determination\" last month - even though the regulator allowed bill increases of 35% over the next five years - but if they wish to dispute it, Thames is free to appeal to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The deadline to do so is 18 February.
Knight's Onslaught in Rain in Vain as Australia Clinch Series
Australia have won the Ashes outright after sealing victory in the second Twenty20 international in Canberra yesterday in a controversial finish as England fought to complete a tight rain-affected run chase.
'Narrowing the gap' WSL B teams could join lower leagues as part of FA shakeup
Allowing B teams from Women's Super League and Championship clubs to play in the Women's National League has been put forward as part of plans to restructure tiers three to six of the English women's pyramid from the 2026-27 season.
'I feel like I can't get away from it' Families tell of lives left shattered
After the terror, the heartache and the unending grief - they shared their pain.
Sabalenka Overpowers Good Friend Badosa to Reach Third Straight Final
An increasingly comfortable Aryna Sabalenka powered into the final of the Australian Open by seeing off her good friend and the 11th seed, Paula Badosa, under the roof on Rod Laver Arena, as she continued her pursuit of a third straight title here.