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Donald Trump’s Spokeswoman Brands BBC ‘100% Fake News’ Over Panorama Row

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Donald Trump’s spokeswoman has branded the BBC “100% fake news” over claims the broadcaster doctored a speech made by the US president.

Panorama has been accused of misrepresenting comments Trump made outside the White House prior to the riots on January 6, 2020.

An internal memo said an edition of the BBC’s Panorama programme broadcast last October had spliced together two sections of President Trump’s speech to supporters to give a misleading impression of what he actually said.

In one section, Trump appears to say he was going to walk to the Capitol with them to “fight like hell”.

However, Trump actually said he would walk with them “to peacefully and patriotically make your voices heard”.

He called on his supporters to “fight like hell” later in the speech amid false claims that the 2020 election had been stolen from him.

A 19-page dossier on the incident, seen by the Daily Telegraph, was sent to the BBC board by Michael Prescott, a former external adviser to the corporation’s editorial guidelines and standards committee.

Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr, has already branded the BBC “full of shit” over the controversy.

Speaking to the Telegraph, Trump’s spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said: “This purposefully dishonest, selectively edited clip by the BBC is further evidence that they are total, 100 per cent fake news that should no longer be worth the time on the television screens of the great people of the United Kingdom.

“Every time I travel to the United Kingdom with President Trump and am forced to watch the BBC in our hotel rooms, it ruins my day listening to their blatant propaganda and lies about the president of the United States and all that he’s doing to make America better and the world a safer place.”

A BBC spokesman told the Telegraph: “While we don’t comment on leaked documents, when the BBC receives feedback it takes it seriously and considers it carefully.

“Michael Prescott is a former adviser to a board committee where differing views and opinions of our coverage are routinely discussed and debated.”

Leavitt has previously attacked the BBC over its coverage of the war in Gaza.

She accused the broadcaster of spreading “misinformation” over the way it covered claims that Israel had killed Palestinians near an aid distribution centre in June.

But in a video posted on X, BBC News analysis editor Ros Atkins said Leavitt’s diatribe “was repeatedly false”.

“This contains a mix of misrepresentation and untruths,” he added.

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Sourdough Bread May Have Health Benefits, But Some Doctors Recommend Reading The Label Carefully

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We don’t know for sure whether sourdough bread definitely has health benefits.

But dietitians like Lizzy Traxler, MS, RDN, also a diabetes educator at University Hospitals, say: “Over time, and in combination with other healthy lifestyle choices and a balanced diet, choosing sourdough over regular bread may provide numerous health benefits.”

These, she told University Hospitals, may include improved digestion. “The improved mineral absorption from the fermentation process supports cardiovascular function,” they add (this might be especially true of sourdough rye bread).

And the British Heart Foundation says sourdough bread may make your blood rise more slowly, too.

So why did Dr Karan Rajan, an NHS surgeon and author, advise we “check the ingredients list” on sourdough loaves before buying?

“Sourfauxs” use different fermentation methods

Quality wholegrain, sourdough, and high-fibre breads may contribute to the “replacement of hyper-palatable baked goods, which are high in sugar, fat, and salt,” which can be beneficial to our health, a 2023 paper reads.

But, they add, one of the reasons sourdough research is so tricky is because “there is no established and internationally recognised legal definition of sourdough bread”. In fact, they found, the artisanal products usually included in trials may differ from the sorts found on most shelves.

“Analysis of bread samples purchased in the market showed that most of these had pH levels of >5.0, substantially above desired levels of pH 4.5 to obtain desired changes in composition,” they wrote.

This paper did not say that this difference definitely meant one was better than the other, or that the higher pH versions were sourfauxs ― though traditional sourdoughs tend to have a lower pH, which is linked to their sour taste.

But if you would like to eat sourdough made from traditional starter, Dr Rajan advises you look at the labels of sourdough breads in search of “added yeast”.

“Authentic sourdough doesn’t mention any added yeast,” he explained, “because it uses a natural fermentation process.”

He added, “Imitation sourdough, or ‘sourfauxs,’ often contain commercial yeast like baker’s yeast and even chemical raising agents like baking powder in addition to, or instead of, live sourdough starter culture.”

To be clear, the doctor didn’t say there’s anything wrong with eating non-sourdough bread.

It’s just that he felt it was important consumers know what they’re really buying (especially considering sourdough bread could be easier for people who usually struggle to digest food to eat).

The Real Bread Campaign has called for more research into the topic. For now, though, the group, which is against “sourfaux” breads, list some studies which suggest the real thing might have some health benefits.

Why might supermarkets create “sourfaux” breads?

“Sourdough” is not a legally-protected term, Swie Joo, head baker at The Palmerston restaurant in Edinburgh, told The Independent (like Dr Rajan, by the way, the chef advised customers to check for the word “yeast” on packages if you want a traditional sourdough loaf).

That means you can add commercial, or non-fermented, yeast to “sourdough” breads.

This can make the rise of bread more predictable and easier to replicate. It can be cheaper and less time-consuming, too.

The combination could make mass production a lot easier.

The Real Bread Campaign write that their campaign “is to better protect us from the risk of being misled by cynical marketing and to allow us all to make better-informed choices about the food we eat”.

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The Average Number Of Friends People Have Is A Lot Lower Than I Thought

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According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), social isolation and loneliness are increasingly being recognised as public health issues across all age groups.

One in six people worldwide, the WHO added, face the problem, which they say can have “a serious impact on physical and mental health, quality of life, and longevity”.

That is not to say, of course, that having a small friend group necessarily means you feel lonely. But new figures from Talker Research have found that the number of mates people have on average has shrunk once again.

And Gen Z reported a higher number of friendships fading in the past 10 years (10.4) than Boomers (7.7).

What’s the average number of friends?

According to this data, which involved 2,000 participants, the figure balances out to 3.6 close pals per person.

As Vice points out, this figure seems to be “shrinking every year”, with younger generations seemingly increasingly affected.

Distance, life transitions, and not having enough time were cited as the top three reasons for growing apart.

In a separate YouGov Friendship Study, 58% of UK respondents said they had less than 10 friends, of any closeness level, overall.

12% of Britons said they had just one close friend, while 41% put it at two to three; meaning a majority (53%) have three close friends or fewer.

7% of people polled by YouGov said they didn’t have a single person they don’t have anyone they’d call a close mate (women and men formed equal parts of that figure).

How can I find and keep friends in adulthood?

Speaking to HuffPost UK previously, Dr Uma Darji, a family doctor who told us she’s often felt too tired to hang out with her friends, said, “What matters most is staying emotionally connected, not necessarily seeing each other constantly”.

She added, “I suggest adjusting expectations. If you aren’t up for a long dinner, try to engage with a short voice note or quick meme exchange to keep the lines of communication and connection alive without draining you… Be honest with your friends, you don’t have to pretend that you can do it all.”

And after seeing the Talker research we mentioned earlier, Kyle Sligar, a psychologist at All In Bloom Therapy, said “taking initiative, being consistent, and stepping into vulnerability” can help you to form new connections, too.

“There are so many other adults out there feeling lonely,” he added. The psychologist recommends attending community meet-ups, trying new classes, volunteering, and even trying new online groups.

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Alan Carr Speaks Out After All Those Dramatic Twists In The Celebrity Traitors Finale

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This article contains major spoilers for the final episode of The Celebrity Traitors.

Alan Carr is speaking out about the many twists and turns in the Celebrity Traitors final.

During Thursday night’s bumper-length finale, viewers saw the former Chatty Man host manage to pull the wool over the eyes of Nick Mohammed and David Olusoga to make it all the way to the end of the game, nabbing the hefty prize money for himself.

Things then ended on an emotional note as Alan broke down in tears, admitting that the deceitful game had been “tearing me apart”.

After the episode aired, Alan appeared in a video posted on BBC iPlayer’s official Instagram page, celebrating his victory.

“It feels absolutely amazing to be the first Celebrity Traitors winner,” he enthused. “I mean, who even knew that this would happen? I think I have surprised the nation and, most importantly, I’ve surprised myself. I’m still in shock.”

Reflecting on some of his highlights from the series, Alan named his “favourite moment” as Celia Imrie’s now-infamous fart.

“Everyone goes, ‘oh ain’t it funny when Celia farted?’, but people forget I was chained to her. I couldn’t get away from it,” he quipped.

On his favourite “murder” of the series, Alan continued: “This sounds so weird, but for me, my favourite kill was Lucy. Because I handed it to her on a plate, well, not a plate, in my hand. I handed it to her, it was done face-to-face.

“You know what, I got such a taste for killing, it was nice to see their eyes as I murdered them. What have I become?”

He added: “This whole experience has been mind-blowing, it’s been wonderful, it has changed me as a person, and I’ve absolutely loved it. But you know, all good things must come to an end. And as Shakespeare said, parting is such sweet sorrow…”

The cast of The Celebrity Traitors pictured with host Claudia Winkleman
The cast of The Celebrity Traitors pictured with host Claudia Winkleman

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Already, it’s been reported that 11 million people watched the gripping Celebrity Traitors finale, with a second season already heavily rumoured to be in the pipeline.

Before that, though, the show will return for its fourth regular series early next year.

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Nancy Pelosi Announces Retirement From Congress

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WASHINGTON — Representative Nancy Pelosi (Democrat, California) announced on Thursday that she won’t run for reelection in 2026, marking the end of her decades-long run in the House and capping off her legacy as one of the Democratic Party’s most powerful and effective leaders.

“I have truly loved serving as your voice in Congress,” Pelosi said in a six-minute video that showcases her tenure and her city’s history.

“That is why I want you, my fellow San Franciscans, to be the first to know. I will not be seeking reelection to Congress,” she says. “With a grateful heart, I look forward to my final year of service as your proud representative.”

Pelosi, 85, has represented her progressive San Francisco district since 1987. First coming to the Congress to tackle the AIDS crisis devastating her community, she rose through the ranks of her party to make history, again and again. She was the first woman elected House minority whip in 2001, the first woman elected House minority leader in 2002, and, most notably, the first woman to become House speaker in 2007, and again in 2019.

As party leader, Pelosi kept a tight grip on her colleagues for decades. She was known for her mastery of vote-counting and legislative strategy, and her ability to bring wavering Democrats on board with her plans by hauling them into private meetings, plying them with pieces of dark chocolate and cutting a deal before they walked out the door.

Pelosi has been a boon to Democratic fundraising for decades. In 2014, for example, one news outlet suggested she was single-handedly keeping House Democrats afloat that year.

Her legacy as speaker includes her strong opposition to the Iraq War during President George W. Bush’s tenure and her pivotal role in passing landmark legislation under President Barack Obama. She was key to some of his greatest successes, including the Affordable Care Act, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street reform bill, the repeal of the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which infused $841 billion into the economy to stave off pain from the 2007-09 recession.

During President Donald Trump’s first term, Pelosi was his most formidable adversary. She routinely called him out for his lies and recklessness, and threw up barriers to his many efforts that Democrats opposed. Trump was no fan of hers, often calling “sick” or “crazy,” but even he praised her political savvy when Democrats retook the House in 2018, saying she deserved “a lot of credit.”

Pelosi weathered numerous intra-party scuffles as leader. She angered progressives in 2019 by refusing to support impeachment proceedings against Trump, though she later agreed to hold hearings and Trump went on to be impeached later that year. She also upset some Democrats last year by not-so-subtly signalling that then-President Joe Biden should drop his bid for reelection after his disastrous debate performance against Trump in June.

The California Democrat had been fueling speculation about her future for weeks. She said last month that she’d be making an announcement on whether she was running again, but only after the November 4 elections. She was waiting to see the outcome of a California ballot initiative she strongly supported: Proposition 50, a statewide redistricting measure that Democrats are pushing as a counter to gerrymandering in Republican-led states. It passed.

There’s not an obvious successor for Pelosi’s House seat. Democrats currently running for this seat include California state Senator Scott Wiener and Saikat Chakrabarti, a former tech executive who was also former chief of staff to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (Democrat, New York).

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Jennifer Lawrence Teases More Of Her New Miss Piggy Movie

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Jennifer Lawrence is opening up more about the new film she’s producing based on screen icon, Miss Piggy.

Earlier this week, the Die, My Love star teased during an interview on the podcast Las Culturistas that she and fellow Oscar winner Emma Stone were co-producing a new film centred around the legendary Muppets character, which Tony recipient Cole Escola would write.

Naturally, this news was met with a lot of buzz, with Jimmy Fallon grilling her about it further when she stopped by The Tonight Show on Wednesday.

During the interview, Jen hailed Piggy as a “feminist icon”, and explained that the germ of the idea for the new movie came during lockdown, at a time when so-called “cancel culture” was being debated extensively, and a friend suggested: “It would be so funny if Miss Piggy got cancelled.”

“Now, that is not the plot [of the film], necessarily,” the former Hunger Games actor was quick to clarify. “But it got the wheels turning. [We realised], ’wait, there hasn’t actually been, like, a feminist Miss Piggy starring [role]. So I started producing it.”

She revealed she then turned to Emma Stone for help with co-producing as she considers herself more of an “ideas guy”, while the Poor Things star is both a “Muppets-head” and a “shark”.

“I went to her to be like, ‘what do we do?’,” Jennifer added. “So now, Cole is writing it, and they are perfect. And yeah!”

Asked if she’ll also star in the project, she replied: “I think so. I mean, I have to be. I mean, I want to be.”

Miss Piggy first shot to fame in the 1970s, when she was introduced as the resident diva on The Muppet Show.

In the decades since, she’s become one of the franchise’s most cherished stand-out characters, most recently appearing in 2021’s Muppets Haunted Mansion.

Next year, she’s set to share the screen with Sabrina Carpenter in a one-off special revival of The Muppet Show, commemorating 50 years since the first episode aired, which will be written by Emmy winner Seth Rogen.

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Reform UK ‘In Chaos’ After Losing One In Six Members On Flagship Council

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Reform UK has lost nine councillors on a flagship local authority in just six months, it has emerged.

The party won 57 of the 81 seats up for grabs on Kent County Council in a landmark victory in May.

Reform bosses said the council would be “the biggest advert” for how the party would run the country if it wins the next general election.

But since then, the party has been hit by a wave of controversy which has seen their number of councillors slashed to 48.

The most recent departure was Isabella Kemp, who was suspended by Reform on Thursday.

It is the latest in a string of suspensions since a video showing Kent County Council leader Linden Kemkaran shouting and swearing at members was leaked to The Guardian.

Councillors Bill Barrett, Paul Thomas, Brian Black and Oliver Bradshaw have since been removed – while Maxine Fothergill remains suspended by Reform HQ, who linked all five to the video leak.

They were said to have “undermined the interests of the party” and have been called “dishonest” by the Reform leadership.

Kemkaran said: “Some had quit because they couldn’t hack it, others have been thrown out for bad behaviour, because they weren’t good enough or they weren’t team players – not up to the challenge or were simply unable or unwilling to accept discipline.”

She added: “Believe me, we are much stronger and we are totally battle fit.”

Antony Hook, the Lib Dem leader on the council, mocked Reform on Bluesky.

A Labour Party spokesperson said: “Reform’s leader in Kent said that Reform councils were ‘the biggest advert’ for what a Nigel Farage government would look like. It’s now clear that means total chaos.

“Reform promised to cut council waste and tax, but instead, in council after council, Reform are cutting services and putting council tax up. In Kent, Reform’s flagship council is in meltdown and it’s local residents who will pay the price.

“Reform have shown they aren’t serious and can’t be trusted.”

Reform UK have been contacted for comment.

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‘Banksying’ Could Be Why You Never Got Closure From Your Ex

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Look, no breakup is easy.

But “Banksying,” a dating trend which Dr Matthew Leahy, psychologist and the Director of Group Programming at Momentous Institute, describes as a kind of “emotional avoidance, spurred on by technology,” can be especially rough.

Speaking to HuffPost UK, Dr Leahy shared that the behaviour can leave people feeling lost and confused.

Here’s what the term means, how to spot it, and why the psychologist thinks it happens.

What is “Banksying”?

Named after the graffiti artist Banksy, whose artworks often pop up out of nowhere, “Banksying” refers to a breakup that leaves one party completely blindsided.

Though the person who breaks up with the other person may have been planning it for months, they can stay loving, attentive, and kind while planning their exit. For the other person, it seems the relationship was fine one day, but over the next.

Dr Leahy told us, “Dating apps have changed the game… our technological lives have created distance in actual human connection. We condition ourselves to view ourselves as more important than others and look at others as pieces in a game.

“We learn socialisation and dating etiquette in different ways now, and it’s become very easy to view others in a less empathetic and sincere way.”

This, he said, can lead us to avoid guilt and confrontation.

“Banksying,” the expert added, becomes a “mechanism to circumvent… having difficult conversations. ‘If I remove myself from someone, I don’t have to face their emotions,’ and ‘out of sight, out of mind’ kicks in.

“A big issue with this is that closure doesn’t occur. And that’s what has changed in the last 20 years. When I ghost, ‘Banksy,’ or vanish, the victim… is left to their own devices and thoughts to manage what happened and find meaning, which is often hard.”

How can I spot “Banksying”?

The point of “Banksying” is that the other person plans their exit without giving you any hints at all, if possible. That can make spotting it difficult.

Still, Dr Leahy said, “Human communication is just as much non-verbal as verbal, and your brain will notice subtle changes in your partner… Maybe they sigh a bit more often when you go in for a hug, or perhaps they’re sitting further away on the couch when you watch a show.”

A very rushed relationship can be a red flag, too, he added. “Often, a quick buildup means someone may try to exit quickly as well.”

Additionally, “Partners who quickly brush aside conflict or avoid discussions when issues arise may also be quick to leave or might already be wandering.”

Examine what happens when you two have disagreements. “Do they shut down until it goes away, or are they willing to face it and work with you?,” the psychologist asked.

“Those who avoid conflict might be showing signs that avoidance is how they handle their relationships, which could mean a fast exit and avoidance of those emotions as well.”

How can I handle a breakup that came out of nowhere?

It’s not an easy situation to be left in – your mind can run wild if you’ve been “Banksied” as you scramble to work out what went wrong and why.

As hard as it may be, though, Dr Leahy said, “Don’t allow your mind to create its own stories. It’s always good to reflect on our own experiences, but don’t let your brain assume that you did something wrong.

“Rely on trusted others, take a breath, and realise that people leave for many reasons.”

The most difficult step, he added, is accepting you may never know what went wrong. He says he spends many sessions working with people to embrace this.

“Brains want clarity with everyone and in every situation, and life doesn’t always work out that way. Learning to sit with uncertainty is a huge skill.”

Lastly, Dr Leahy said it’s important not to let “Banksying” affect your view of dating in the long-term.

“Don’t allow yourself to shut off from future relationships and vulnerability! Don’t let avoidance take hold of you! Get back out there,” he ended.

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‘A Shambles Of A Government’: David Lammy Under Fire After Another Prisoner Accidentally Released

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Justice secretary David Lammy has been slammed after a second foreign national was accidentally released from prison.

It comes just days after migrant sex offender, Hadush Kebatu, sparkerd a huge manhunt after he was also mistakenly freed by the prison service.

Lammy refused to say whether the latest mix-up had happened despite being asked about it five times in the Commons by shadow defence secretary James Cartlidge.

Cartlidge said: “Can he reassure the House that since Kebatu was released no other asylum-seeking offender has been accidentally let out of prison? Can you answer the question, deputy prime minister?”

Dodging the question, Lammy replied: “I’ve got to tell you, I spent 14 years in opposite and I did a hell of a lot better than he’s just done. I have answered the question. Under their watch, prisons were in a mess.”

Moments later, the Metropolitan Police confirmed that a 24-year-old Algerian man had been “released in error” from Wandsworth Prison on October 29.

“Officers are carrying out urgent enquiries in an effort to locate him and return him to custody,” the Met said.

According to Sky News, the prisoner was serving time for trespass with an intent to steal but has previously committed sexual offences.

Posting on X, Tory leader Kemi Badenoch said: “James Cartlidge asked the Deputy PM FIVE times to tell us if ANOTHER migrant sex offender had been accidentally released from prison. Instead of answering, Lammy lost his temper. Now we read it HAS happened again & he’s been on the run for a week. This is a shambles of a govt.”

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.@jcartlidgemp asked the Deputy PM FIVE times to tell us if ANOTHER migrant sex offender had been accidentally released from prison.

Instead of answering, Lammy lost his temper.

Now we read it HAS happened again & he’s been on the run for a week. This is a shambles of a govt. https://t.co/LGFx4jU4j3

— Kemi Badenoch (@KemiBadenoch) November 5, 2025

Reform leader Nigel Farage said: “Another dangerous criminal is on the loose thanks to Labour. What a total farce.”

Shadow policing minister Matt Vickers said: “Why did David Lammy not inform MPs and the public? Labour are failing in their basic duty to keep people safe. Completely shocking.”

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A manhunt is underway for ANOTHER asylum seeker released from prison by mistake!

🤯🤯🤯

He’s been out of jail for a week.

Why did David Lammy not inform MPs and the public?

Labour are failing in their basic duty to keep people safe.

Completely shocking. https://t.co/Tsok5DJ0Vk

— Matt Vickers MP (@Matt_VickersMP) November 5, 2025

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A manhunt is underway for ANOTHER asylum seeker released from prison by mistake!

🤯🤯🤯

He’s been out of jail for a week.

Why did David Lammy not inform MPs and the public?

Labour are failing in their basic duty to keep people safe.

Completely shocking. https://t.co/Tsok5DJ0Vk

— Matt Vickers MP (@Matt_VickersMP) November 5, 2025