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How to nap effectively: timing, length and when to skip it

Napping is widely touted for benefits such as sharper memory, better mood and improved alertness, but experts say whether it helps depends on why and how you nap. University of Birmingham sleep scientist Clare Anderson identifies three common motives: compensatory naps after poor night sleep, prophylactic naps to prepare for

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Tesla posts 8.6% sales decline in 2025, marking second straight annual drop

Tesla published its final production and delivery numbers showing a sharp fall in sales: the company sold 1,636,129 cars in 2025, an 8.6 percent year‑over‑year drop and 153,097 fewer vehicles than in 2024. The decline was steeper in the fourth quarter, when sales fell

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Arsenal Move Five Points Clear After Comfortable Win Over Aston Villa

Arsenal strolled past Aston Villa to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League. On Football Weekly, Max Rushden was joined by Will Unwin, Paul Watson and Dan Bardell as they discussed the result and whether the title race has become a two-horse contest. Key Topics Sports,

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Liam Rosenior emerges as favourite to replace Maresca at Chelsea after Strasbourg run

Liam Rosenior is the leading contender to be Chelsea's next manager after impressing with Strasbourg, the club owned by the same BlueCo group as Chelsea. The 41-year-old, sacked by Championship side Hull City 18 months ago, would succeed Enzo Maresca, who left after falling out with the club

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Tech and gear to help New Year's resolutions stick

The start of a new year often feels like a reset, but willpower alone rarely keeps resolutions. A range of gadgets and apps can turn motivation into habit by tracking progress and simplifying routines. For workouts and movement, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 offer secure ear hooks, IPX4 sweat resistance,

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Callum Chick embraces chasing 'lost causes' as Northampton push on

Callum Chick’s value to Northampton was underlined in the 55th minute of their recent win at the Rec, when his desperate tackle on Henry Arundell forced a turnover that led to a counter-try 13 seconds later. Director of rugby Phil Dowson used the clip to highlight Chick’s hustle

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Deadly New Year’s Blaze at Swiss Ski-Resort Bar Tied to Champagne Sparklers

A fast-moving fire at Le Constellation, a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort, killed 40 people and injured 119 during a New Year’s celebration, Swiss authorities said. The blaze broke out around 1:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Video and survivor interviews indicate sparklers placed on

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Final call: Enter Ars Technica’s charity sweepstakes by Jan. 2

This is the final reminder to donate and enter Ars Technica’s annual Charity Drive sweepstakes. Donations can be made to Child’s Play by credit card or PayPal, or to the EFF by PayPal, credit card, or cryptocurrency. You can also support Child’s Play via Ars Technica’s

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Hands-on learning breaks across Europe to try in 2026

A selection of practical, short-course holidays across the UK and Europe for 2026 includes activities from rock climbing to mosaic-making, cooking to sea shanties. Peak District rock climbing: Pure Outdoor runs a two-day course for beginners and those with some indoor experience. Learners practise tying in, belaying, climbing techniques and

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Stokes backs McCullum to remain England head coach after Ashes defeat

England captain Ben Stokes says he cannot imagine anyone else replacing head coach Brendon McCullum despite the tourists surrendering the Ashes series in Australia. Stokes and McCullum, who joined forces in 2022, were expected to face a defining tour but England lost the first three Tests before claiming a morale-boosting

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Thomas Frank says he is not enjoying Tottenham role amid injuries, transition and fan unrest

Thomas Frank has admitted he is not enjoying his job as Tottenham head coach as he navigates a transitional season plagued by a lack of creativity and other problems. Spurs were booed off after a 0-0 draw at Brentford, with travelling supporters chanting “boring, boring Tottenham”. Tottenham sit 12th in

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Sparklers Blamed for Deadly New Year’s Blaze at Swiss Resort Bar

Swiss investigators say sparklers attached to champagne bottles likely ignited a fast-moving New Year’s fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, where 40 people died and dozens were severely burned. Prosecutor General Beatrice Pilloud said evidence and survivor interviews indicate the sparkler-topped bottles were held too close to the

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Slovenia's soul: local produce, sustainable dining and a vibrant cultural scene

Slovenian cuisine is defined by locally produced ingredients — from trout in the Soča’s alpine waters to goat’s cheese from the Polhov Gradec hills — and by dishes shaped to work in harmony with the landscape. In the village of Šentjošt, about 40 minutes from Ljubljana, Grič showcases that approach.

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Streamers and horror rise as 2025’s big tentpoles wobble, Ars Technica editors pick standout films

It was an odd year for movies: many major tentpoles and superhero sagas underperformed while smaller streaming releases and horror films made strong showings on Ars Technica’s year-end list. The site notes a possible shift as streamers move into small- and midbudget features—projects that once populated theatrical slates

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Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick Steps Down as Debt Pressures Mount

Marc Metrick has stepped down as chief executive of Saks Global after the luxury retailer missed an interest payment and is weighing bankruptcy protection, the company said. Richard Baker, the executive chairman who engineered the 2024 creation of Saks Global through the acquisition of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, has

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Tested picks: Best cross trainers and ellipticals for low‑impact home workouts in the UK

Ellipticals and cross trainers offer low‑impact cardio and a near full‑body workout while placing less strain on the joints than a treadmill. Designs vary widely — some machines use static poles, others moving handles — and differences in stride length, handle shape and footplate position change which muscles are worked.

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Advice round-up: 23 Sexual Healing columns on threesomes, desire and sexual pain

The Guardian’s collection of 23 Sexual Healing advice columns tackles a wide range of intimate problems readers sent in, from fantasies about threesomes to persistent sexual pain. Common themes include the need for clear, non‑judgmental communication and careful negotiation around non‑monogamy or kinks. Writers stress listening to

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Fed minutes show deep split over when and how much to cut rates

Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s December meeting show officials sharply divided over the timing and size of any further interest-rate cuts as they weigh rising unemployment against persistent inflation. Members were uncertain how restrictive policy is with the federal funds rate at 3.5 percent to 3.75 percent,

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Wilfried Nancy under intense scrutiny at Celtic ahead of Rangers derby

Wilfried Nancy faces intense scrutiny at Celtic after losing five of his seven matches since being named permanent manager, with pressure mounting ahead of the Rangers derby. His side have been beaten by Hearts and Dundee United in the Premiership, Roma in the Europa League and St Mirren in the

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Raducanu upbeat after a steadier 2025 as she leads Britain at United Cup

Emma Raducanu says she is on the right path for greater success in 2026 as she prepares to lead Great Britain at the United Cup in Australia. The British women's No 1 will make her United Cup debut on Sunday against Japan’s Naomi Osaka. Raducanu said her

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Driver charged after Nigeria crash that killed two members of Anthony Joshua's team

A driver has been charged after a crash in south-west Nigeria that injured former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and killed two members of his team, police said. Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was charged at the Sagamu Magistrates' Court on Friday. Police sources said the charges included causing death by

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Zak Crawley keeps cool as Ashes focus shifts from his future to team issues

What began as a referendum on Zak Crawley’s England career has faded as other issues in the side have become more urgent. One notable selection story on the tour is spinner Shoaib Bashir, who has been named in the 12 for Sydney despite not taking a wicket in a

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Sparkler-Topped Champagne Likely Ignited Deadly New Year’s Blaze at Swiss Ski-Resort Bar

Swiss investigators say sparklers attached to champagne bottles were the likely cause of a fast-moving fire that tore through Le Constellation, a popular bar in the Crans‑Montana ski resort, during New Year’s celebrations. The blaze, which began in the basement, killed 40 people and injured 119, many of

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Chelsea insist director-led model will remain after Maresca exit

Chelsea say they will stick with a director-led structure after parting company with Enzo Maresca, rejecting claims the club has become unmanageable following his abrupt exit. The club operates with a five-strong sporting director team led by Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart and have sought to avoid concentrating power in

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Deadly New Year’s Eve Blaze in Swiss Resort; Zohran Mamdani Sworn In as New York Mayor

New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana turned tragic when a fire broke out at the Le Constellation bar, killing about 40 people and injuring roughly 115, many gravely, police said. Officials said the blaze produced a flashover and at least one explosion that