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Traitor fever gripped the nation last week, and nobody was immune from enemies hiding in plain sight. Forget the histrionics from Harriet in what is becoming a vintage series of the BBC juggernaut – the corridors of Westminster were bursting with marmalade-droppers too. Kemi Badenoch ripped off Robert Jenrick's cloak before he had a chance to wield his Reform dagger and fired the former shadow justice secretary for plotting behind the scenes. She then twisted the knife by dubbing him "Nigel Farage's problem," and it remains to be seen whether such treachery will pay off. So how did mild-mannered Jenrick, once seen as the ultimate safe pair of hands, turn into such a wild card? Is he really an ideological convert, or just an extreme opportunist? Read Political Editor David Maddox's verdict here. It has already been quite the year of plot twists across the pond too. All to be expected from a temperamental and bullish president who will celebrate the first anniversary of his second term on Tuesday. Jon Sopel reflects on how Trump is revealing himself as an authoritarian leader who seemingly believes he has a divine right to rule. Already known as Teflon Don, the president's ability to survive has astonished many. However, Epstein is one story that refuses to go away, with a new twisty turn at every chapter. The paedophile financier's younger brother claims that "more autopsy facts" coming out in February will prove Epstein's death was murder, not suicide. Katie Rosseinsky looks at the complex relationship between the siblings and what he knows in her piece Meet Mark Epstein – Jeffrey's mysterious, wealthy brother who wants you to believe he was murdered. Meanwhile, do any of us know what tomorrow could bring? As tensions escalate across the globe, the Ministry of Defence has announced that the age at which retired troops can be called up will increase to 65. This makes perfect sense, says defence expert Francis Tusa, who argues that, in many ways, an older cohort might be even more effective than their younger counterparts. In this climate, we all need some comfort and joy. Ahead of Blue Monday – officially the most depressing day of the year – we are dubbing today Sunshine Sunday. Our travel team has pulled together six unexpected winter sun destinations guaranteed to lift the lowest of moods. Meanwhile, if you're still in hunkering down mode, check out these one-pot comfort recipes of delicious stews. From French bourguignon to Thai basil chicken and West African peanut casseroles, these set-and-forget bowls are exactly what January calls for, says food editor Hannah Twiggs. Enjoy! Victoria Harper
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Trump's year has revealed an authoritarian who believes in his divine right to rule |
One chaotic year of Donald Trump's second term has redrawn US politics, concentrating unprecedented presidential power, eroding democratic guardrails and leaving allies, institutions and voters struggling to grasp the speed, scale and consequences, writes Jon Sopel |
In academic circles in the US, there is an active debate going on about whether the word 'fascist' should now be applied to Donald Trump |
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Akram Khan's Giselle review – A work of monumental power and presence |
The dancers in this ballet move with surging force, pain and anger rippling through their bodies |
English National Ballet performing Akram Khan's Giselle (Amber Hunt) |
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America's new Iran policy? Keep the ayatollahs guessing |
Despite Donald Trump's promise to the protesting masses in Iran that 'help is on its way', the US president may have been persuaded to adopt a more cautious – and potentially more fruitful – wait-and-see approach instead, says Mary Dejevsky |
'No plans for executions': Donald Trump claims killings in Iran have stopped |
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