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1. 9 best eyelash curlers for length and lift, tried and tested

   Give your lashes a boost, with these simple beauty tools

2. D-Day veteran, 101, warns ‘disappointing’ UK is repeating history

   A D-Day veteran who has been awarded a British Empire Medal has said that the UK today is “disappointing”, as he warned against repeating mistakes made before the Second World War.

3. Ricky Gervais lashes out at ‘middle-class, elitist’ critics in new stand-up special

   Comedian has previously been criticised for jokes about trans community

4. Police apologise for suggesting Jewish community supported Maccabi ban

5. Putin raises stakes in peace talks with boast of Oreshnik missiles in Belarus

   Moscow brags of intermediate-range weapons a day after claiming Ukraine targeted Putin’s house with drones

6. I’ve found the best Xbox deals ahead of the January sales

   I’ve found savings on the Xbox Series X, Series S and more

   Read more:Your ultimate guide to the best deals in the January sales 2026

7. 15 best retinol eye creams to banish bags, tried and tested

   Upgrade to one of these science-led formulas for age-defying results

8. Budget airline to unveil first class seats after delayed launch

9. Nigeria v Uganda live: Latest Afcon updates as Onuachu opens scoring for Super Eagles

   The Super Eagles have already secured top spot in Group C as they face Uganda

10. Beatles biopic star admits to surprising lack of knowledge about iconic band

    Mia McKenna-Bruce says she couldn't even name the band members and that their music ’wasn't my jam’