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Here’s Why Cats Really Lick Each Other, And It’s Less Cute Than I Thought

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We’ve written before at HuffPost UK about the heartwarming reason cats might lick their owners, as well as the pretty cute meaning behind a feline headbutt.

So perhaps it’s overdue for us to look at some of the furry friends’ less pure intentions.

According to a new study published in the journal Applied Animal Behaviour Science, it turns out that cats’ “allogrooming” – including licking one another – isn’t always as wholesome as it looks.

Instead, the research, led by Morgane Van Belle, a cat behavioural scientist at Ghent University in Belgium, found the action has “multiple social functions”.

Allogrooming should therefore “not be used on its own to infer that the cats are socially bonded,” the study – which involved analysing 106 videos of feline pairs from 53 households – reads.

What does it mean when cats lick one another?

1) To show escalating tension

Sometimes, cats seem to lick each other as a kind of pre-conflict warning sign – like when one cat is annoyed by another pet stealing their favourite sunbathing spot.

This type of licking has been described as “passive-aggressive”.

In this case, the recipient of the lick might flatten their ears to show they’re not exactly loving the interaction.

Allogrooming in this case might be a “subtle agonistic signal to covertly solve conflict,” the paper reads. This type of licking might come alongside head shaking and even striking and biting.

2) To de-escalate a possible fight

Other times, the researchers said, licking can be “used as a form of appeasement to avoid escalation”.

Before a fight gets too serious, one cat might lick another as a way of re-establishing the peace.

“For me, [this] shows that they are quite elegant in the way they resolve conflict,” Van Belle told The New York Times.

“They could walk over and swat another cat in the face to get the blanket it is lying on. Instead, they lick it a little and fuss around. They have these very subtle ways of resolving conflict… that shows they are intelligent and flexible in their behavior, rather than simply being jerks.”

3) To intimidate each other

Some cases involved one cat “leaning over the other one” while licking them, which might be an intimidation or even bullying tactic.

Whatever the reason, the cat being licked in these cases typically shows signs of displeasure.

4) To clean one another

87% of the time, cats licked one another in the head and neck area.

That’s a hard spot for cats to reach by themselves, though it just so happens to be a very enjoyable place for most cats to be groomed, too.

5) To bond

Some licking is used for the adorable reason we assume it is: strengthening social bonds.

This is likely to be true if the cats are also playing together and have synchronised body posture.

Seeking physical contact with another cat, including snuggling, was followed by allogrooming in 41% of cases, for instance.

Licking was also sometimes used to initiate play.

6) To help one another relax

Lastly, licking may help the recipient relax.

Previous research showed that in various animals, “The behaviour has an immediate relaxing effect for the groomee, as it leads to a reduction in heart rate… and a release of beta-endorphins [natural pain and stress relievers].

“More research is needed to further explore and confirm the suggested functions for allogrooming in cats,” the paper ended.

“Ultimately, this knowledge can contribute to the recognition, resolution and prevention of social stress between cats in multi-cat households.”

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‘We’re Going To Give Them Hope Back’: Andy Burnham Officially Becomes Labour Leader

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Andy Burnham has officially been crowned as the leader of the Labour Party, meaning he is days away from being de facto prime minister.

The Makerfield MP will have to wait until Monday to formally take over from Keir Starmer in No.10, as a quirk in the rules means he could not take both titles on the same day.

Burnham ran uncontested to be the next leader of the largest party in the Commons with the support of more than 350 of Labour’s 403 MPs.

In his first speech as Labour leader, he promised he would help to give Brits “hope back”.

He said his supporters “heard the call from the people of Makerfield on behalf of forgotten places everywhere, up and down this country, for a return of the Labour they once knew”.

He added: “And now we answer that call. We will be that version of Labour again.”

Burnham, who has run three times to lead the party, promised he is “ready” to lead Labour now after his nine-year stint as Greater Manchester mayor.

He also praised Starmer for making the party electable after its shocking defeat in the 2019 general election.

He then began to outline what changes he wants to implement, promising: “Change starts with honesty.

“We must recognise that this generation of politicians, myself included, have failed to challenge a political culture and an economic model that simply doesn’t work well enough for ordinary people.

“Four decades of neoliberalism that began in the 1980s have not been kind to the places that built our party, nor to the communities across the UK in rural and coastal areas. So we pledge today to them to be better.”

He added that the public has given his party a “last chance” to implement change – and that he will take the country in a direction which is “distinctively Labour”.

Burnham made five promises to improve the party, too.

He said he would work to build a “new politics”, change Labour’s “political direction”, be a leader for the entirety of the UK, take power back from Westminster and Whitehall and work to stop Labour in-fighting.

Burnham has had a rapid ascent to Downing Street in recent months.

Support for the then-Greater Manchester mayor started to rise as Starmer’s successor after the party’s disastrous performance in the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales.

However, as he did not have a seat in the Commons, Burnham was not able to challenge Starmer’s premiership.

So Josh Simons, Makerfield MP, stood aside to trigger a by-election and give Burnham a chance to return to the Commons.

His comfortable victory over Reform UK last month only strengthened calls for Starmer to step down.

The prime minister subsequently resigned and Labour MPs rushed to endorse Burnham.

There is still plenty of mystery around what Burnham intends to do in office as he avoided any major press conferences and is yet to announce who he wants in his cabinet.

But he insisted today that he “has a plan” and that he will “not change”, staying loyal to his style.

“I have listened and learned as I have gone along, you’ll be pleased to know. And hopefully I’ve got better as a result,” Burnham said. “You can be sure of this: I know what I believe after 25 years as an elected Labour representative, and I know what I want to do with you all. I have a plan.

“What I also want you to know is I won’t change. I have a style and it’s my style. I will always stay close to the ground, close to the people.”

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Claudia Winkleman Steps Down From BBC Chat Show: ‘I Was Too Nervous To Enjoy It’

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Claudia Winkleman has confirmed that she won’t be returning to her BBC chat show.

The Claudia Winkleman ran for eight weeks earlier this year, and was met with mixed reviews from both critics and viewers.

On Thursday, the Bafta winner announced that she had made the decision not to carry on with the format – at least for the time being.

“Sometimes you have to try something to see how it fits, and I realised I was just too nervous to enjoy it,” she said in a statement.

“Maybe one day I will give it another try, but for now I already have the best jobs in the world and absolutely love the shows I’m doing.”

Claudia added: “I’m incredibly grateful to the BBC for giving me the opportunity, to the guests who agreed to come and chat to me, and the production team who were simply excellent.”

The Claudia Winkleman Show was executive produced by Graham Norton, who previously jumped to his fellow presenter’s defence amid criticism aimed at her programme.

He told the Daily Mail: “What Claudia did was The Claudia Winkleman Show, and that’s what she’s supposed to be doing.

“She shouldn’t be trying to be me. She should be trying to be Claudia, and she nailed that.”

The BBC’s director of entertainment enthused: “Claudia’s warmth and quick wit made The Claudia Winkleman Show an absolute joy.

“Whilst we loved the show, we fully respect her decision and would like to thank Claudia and the brilliant team at So Television for bringing the series to screen on the BBC.”

Claudia can currently be seen in action in the latest season of the Channel 4 competition series The Piano, and will return to TV’s most famous castle for the second iteration of The Celebrity Traitors in the autumn.

This time around, the all-star cast will include comedians Miranda Hart, James Acaster and Joe Lycett, actor Bella Ramsey, former Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Oscar nominee Richard E Grant.

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‘Japanese Manicures’ Are The No-Polish Secret To Effortless Nails

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If you ask The New York Times, bare nails became a “status symbol” this year. Influencers like Alix Earle have rocked the style, as have the Olsen Twins and Zoë Kravitz.

But anyone who’s spent hours perfecting a “no-makeup” makeup routine will know that that chic, effortless look often relies on a series of artful touches.

It’s pehaps unsurprising then that the Japanese manicure is now trending. This subtle nail style offers a ‘barely there’ look – similar to the manicure Kate Middleton sported at the Wimbledon final this year.

Britain's Kate, Princess of Wales, waves from the Royal Box, during the men's singles on day 14 of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Sunday, July 12, 2026. (Photo by Dave Shopland/Invision/AP)

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Britain’s Kate, Princess of Wales, waves from the Royal Box, during the men’s singles on day 14 of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Sunday, July 12, 2026. (Photo by Dave Shopland/Invision/AP)

What is a Japanese manicure?

Though it’s currently trending, the technique is actually ancient (likely hundreds of years old). It involves no polish, no varnish, and no gels.

Popularised across the world by Japanese company P.Shine, the method instead relies on a two-step buffing process with a vitamin-rich paste and powder.

Firstly, the paste, which often contains algae, is carefully massaged into the nail using buffers (usually made of leather). This step is meant to nourish your nails.

Then, the powder (usually containing beeswax) is buffed on top. This step will make your nails seem glossy and shiny, almost as if you’re wearing clear polish.

Results can reportedly last for up to a month.

Japanese manicure.

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Japanese manicure.

Is a “Japanese manicure” good for your nails?

Well, it won’t create the damage that gel nails can sometimes cause if they’re left on too long or removed incorrectly. Your nails will be able to “breathe”, and you won’t have to use any polishes, varnishes, and your skin won’t be exposed to UV lamp rays either.

Speaking to Marie Claire, celebrity manicurist Sophia Stylianou said Japanese manicures are perfect for “anyone needing a nail reset, especially if you have weak, peeling, or brittle nails, or are just taking a break from gels or acrylics”.

The expert said the natural ingredients “help restore strength and shine without using polish or harsh chemicals”.

Still, some experts recommend waiting for a while to have a Japanese manicure if your nails have been left worse for wear by gels or false nails. That’s because the process involves buffing the nail plate, which may be weaker while damaged.

And Darya Kholodova, a nail technician and co-founder of Darlings Beauty Lab, told British Vogue that the technique’s greatest appeal is aesthetic.

“The main benefits are a healthy, natural shine, a clean and polished nail, and a relatively quick treatment time,” she said.

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Zelenskyy Admits He Is ‘Afraid Of Changes’ As Starmer Prepares To Stand Down

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy has admitted he is “afraid of changes” as Keir Starmer prepares to step down as prime minister.

The outgoing PM has been a staunch supporter of Ukraine in its war against Russia throughout his two years in office.

He recalled how he proudly welcomed Zelenskyy to the UK in February 2025 after the Ukrainian leader was ambushed by the Trump administration and kicked out of the Oval Office.

Starmer has chosen to travel to the beleaguered country and remind Kyiv of the UK’s ongoing backing with just four days left in the job before Andy Burnham is given the keys to No.10.

Zelenskyy told the press during Starmer’s visit that he is “afraid of changes” with the UK PM set to step down and French president Emmanuel Macron expected to leave office next year.

He said: “Of course I’m afraid of changes, of course we are afraid because we are in the war each day.

“But again the priority is the relation between nations, not just between just people. I’m sure that these relations will not change, or we have to do our best not to lose such very good relations.”

“I hope we will never lose strong relations with the UK during or after the war.”

Starmer replied: “You won’t.”

Zelenskyy said he hopes to build “new strong relations” with the next prime minister and that he wants to have a meeting with Burnham “as soon as possible”.

Zelensky also awarded Starmer the Order of Freedom honour, which is Ukraine’s highest award for a foreign person.

Starmer shook Zelenskyy’s hand and said the award was “completely unexpected” and “very meaningful”, adding: “it really means a huge amount.”

A Downing Street spokesperson said the PM was “grateful and deeply humbled to receive the Order of Freedom for outstanding merit, the highest honour that can be given in Ukraine to anyone from another country”.

It is the second major honour the outgoing prime minister received this week for his work on the international stage.

He was unexpectedly awarded Légion d’honneur by French president Emmanuel Macron, becoming the first UK PM to ever receive the historic honour.

It was awarded in recognition of Starmer’s work in setting up the Coalition of the Willing, the group of countries chaired by France and the UK meant to help Ukraine.

On social media, Starmer wrote: “I’ve visited Ukraine four times as Prime Minister, and I’ve seen first-hand the devastation caused by Russia’s invasion. The UK’s support for Ukraine will never waver.

“That’s why we’re funding fighter jets for Ukraine, strengthening their ability to defend themselves while supporting thousands of skilled jobs in the UK. So good to see you again my friend, [Zelenskyy].”

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Tears For Keir? Emotions Run High As Starmer Bows Out With Final PMQs

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Keir Starmer’s final appearance in the House of Commons as prime minister left multiple supporters looking rather emotional.

The PM stood in the Chamber for his last prime minister’s questions on Wednesday afternoon and exchanged friendly barbs with the leader of the opposition, Kemi Badenoch.

Right behind him, his ally and chancellor Rachel Reeves – who is widely expected to lose her job under Starmer’s successor Andy Burnham – looked downtrodden and on the cusp of tears.

And the final question of the session went to a close friend of the prime minister’s, Labour MP Carolyn Harris, who struggled to hold back her emotions while singing Starmer’s praises.

She said few had believed he could make the necessary changes to Labour when Starmer became party leader in 2020.

“But today, because of his service and his leadership, children are growing up in a fairer Britain. We stand tall on the world stage. And every day we’ve seen his decency and his courage shine through,” she said, as her voice broke.

The prime minister, on the other hand, seemed completely composed as he thanked Harris for her friendship.

He closed out his last session from the despatch box as PM by saying: “Every prime minister knows when they take up the torch that the day will come when they have to pass it on. That day has come for me.

“This is the end of my political journey.

“In six years, we went from historic defeat in 2019 to historic victory in 2024, and in two years in government I leave the country in better shape than I found it.

I’m proud of everything that we have achieved.”

He added: “To all those in the gallery, whose lives have been changed or improved by this Labour government, and all across the country who struggle to be seen or heard, you’re the reason I came into politics.

“To my wife and children, I love you. Goodbye!”

All of the Labour MPs and Lib Dem MPs gave Starmer a standing ovation as he exited the chamber.

According to Patrick Maguire from The Times, some ministers “wept” when deputy PM David Lammy paid tribute to the outgoing leader during his final cabinet meeting on Wednesday, too.

Starmer’s exit comes two months after Labour’s catastrophic performance in the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales.

As Labour MPs called for the PM to resign, a path was cleared for Burnham, then Greater Manchester mayor, to return to the Commons and replace Starmer.

He won the Makerfield by-election comfortably last month, prompting Starmer’s resignation.

Burnham will be crowned as Labour leader on Friday and is set to receive the keys to Downing Street on Monday while Starmer returns to the backbenches.

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Chasing That Summer Glow? Tatcha’s Bestselling Face Cream Is A One-Way Ticket To Plump, Dewy Skin

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Like every kind of trend, what we’re looking for from our beauty routine swings in pendulums. One year we want matte skin, the next we don’t.

Well, in case you missed it, this year just so happens to be all about the glow. Of course, summer generally comes with a penchant to want to look like you’re in some eternal golden hour.

But this year is different: everyone is chasing the glossiest glass skin there is, and while K-beauty gets all the credit, there’s also another key player on the court: J-beauty.

Beloved by TikTok, Japanese brand Tatcha sells one of its Dewy Skin creams per minute, thanks to the fact it’s loaded with tons of botanicals that plump up the skin in a matter of weeks.

Powered by Tatcha’s fermented skin complex Hadasei-3 – which includes red algae, Japanese purple rice, and green tea – the Dewy Skin Cream supposedly reduces the appearance of dry, fine lines and wrinkles in just two weeks.

But if you’re not willing to wait that long to see results, one spoonful of the decadent golden scoop included in the pot will deliver a 225% moisture boost to your skin immediately, to give it that plump and dewy appearance.

Tatcha also promises that using the skin cream over time will provide antioxidant protection against ageing. And, so you can keep coming back to it, you can buy refill pods to go inside that beautiful purple container so you never have to throw it away.

But don’t take Tatcha’s word for it, the thousands of 4.8-star reviews speak for just how glossy the cream makes your skin look.

“I have been using Tatcha Dewy moisturiser for a year and honestly I have been repurchasing this again and again,” says one five-star reviewer. “I have a sensitive combination skin and this has calmed my skin and restored firmness and hydration to my skin. Never purchasing any other cream.”

Another fan of the cream, who says it’s the ‘best cream ever’ shared: “I genuinely love this cream, it’s such a rich hydration and texture is so good my skin feels so good and glowy love this cream such a beautiful touch and love how they made it and the packaging is fantastic.”

To be honest, that’s all the convincing we need, shall we make it two bought this second?

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Women Are Saying Something Strange Happened To Their Periods In June

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It came up on my TikTok feed first.

“Thousands of women in June either missed a period or had two periods,” content creator @thrivingwithhannah said.

The comments section of the post, which has garnered over 44,000 likes as of the time of writing, was filled with women sharing their experience.

“I had two [periods] in June! Literally never happened before,” one commenter shared.

Creator Elizabeth Rose shared a similar TikTok post addressing the shift, which garnered thousands of likes, with commenters also revealing unusual menstrual changes they’d experienced.

“Wait, I’m not the only one that completely missed it in June?” asked one respondent.

Another said they’d experienced a perid twice in June, two weeks apart, while one commenter claimed to have had a period for three days, which then stopped for just as many days before coming back again.

So, what’s going on? Well, over on Instagram, GP Dr Nighat Arif suggested she might know what’s happening.

Why did so many people have missed or double periods in June?

Believe it or not, Dr Arif said the hot weather might be to blame.

“We’re currently in our longest heatwave in the UK,” she said (that’s not to mention the back-to-back hot weather spells we’ve endured throughout the year).

“Here’s the reality; your [menstrual] cycle is very sensitive. It’s sensitive to season changes, weather changes, as well as travel [and] stress – even a recent illness can delay ovulation or bring it forward.”

And your period’s timing depends on ovulation (when your ovaries release an egg), meaning that what seems to be a “double” or “missed” period might just be a shorter or longer cycle due to stressors like heat.

As long as there were no fewer than 21, and no more than 35, days between your periods, this can be normal, Dr Arif continued.

Even a single missed period can be “common”.

When should I see a doctor about missing or “double” periods?

If they keep happening, if you get “frequent irregular bleeding ongoing longer than three months”, or if your cycle generally feels out of whack, the GP recommended speaking to your doctor, practice nurse, or even pharmacist.

Keep a track of your cycle’s new irregularity to show them if you can.

Also, you might want to do a pregnancy test too (hey, heatwaves aren’t the only reason for periods to stop). These differences might even be menopause-related.

The NHS said to speak to your GP if:

  • You miss your period three or more times in a row,
  • Your periods have become irregular,
  • You’ve missed a period and are experiencing symptoms like weight gain or weight loss, tiredness, hair growth on your face, and dry or oily skin.
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Christopher Nolan Opens Up About Ending The Odyssey Shoot Early: ‘People Were Exhausted’

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Filmmaker Christopher Nolan has claimed that the cast and crew of The Odyssey had “been through it” when the decision was made to stop filming ahead of schedule.

Earlier this week, the Oscar winner paid a visit to The Daily Show to discuss his new movie, where host Jon Stewart asked if it was true that the film was completed “ahead of schedule” and “under budget”.

“Yes,” the filmmaker confirmed, pointing out that this “never happens” in Hollywood. “The reality is, we [scheduled for] 100 days. And by day 91, we couldn’t have taken another step. So we finished.”

“We finished at the right time,” he claimed, pointing out that “everybody was done”.

“I mean, people were just exhausted,” Nolan continued. “They’d been through it. So, it took the right time to make the film. We had enough time to make it.”

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Nolan has made no secret of the fact that The Odyssey made for an especially tough shoot, elaborating further on this during a new interview with The Telegraph in which he complimented the crew for being so “game for it”.

Meanwhile, cast members Matt Damon and Robert Pattinson have both shared their experiences of their gruelling time on set.

Last month, Matt told GQ: “The joke on the crew was we didn’t have a single easy location. Every time we’d go somewhere, we’d be like, ‘Well, Iceland will be easier’. And then it’s raining sideways and it’s fucking freezing. Iceland was like, ‘Yeah, easy? Hey, hold my beer’.”

He also admitted that even when the shoot moved from perilous locations to a soundstage in Los Angeles, this came with its own problems.

“Sure enough, we showed up [to the set in LA] and Chris has two jet engines blowing so much water at us,” he explained. “So it was kind of a fitting end. Even the controlled environment was cold, wet, and a little bit miserable.”

Robert then agreed that he had “never seen people look so exhausted” before beginning his work on The Odyssey.

The Odyssey will be released in cinemas worldwide on Friday 17 July.

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