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I haven’t banned screen time for my kids – I’ve introduced binge-watching instead

Research shows that not all hours spent glued to a screen are created equal, so I’m actively encouraging nutritional content such as Young Sheldon, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Selena Gomez fell prey to Trump-trashing one-upmanship: the game no one can win

The actress sobbed her way through a video about the president’s deportations. The right was furious – so were progressives, asks Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Trump 2.0 is already assailed by lawsuits, but it’s small comfort to America’s defeated liberals

Aside from legal challenges, those who didn’t vote for the man have little means of resisting – and are frankly still in shock, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Roll up, roll up! The Trump inauguration may be the least great show on Earth

Despite a few more recognisable names due to appear than last time, this will not be the cultural event of the year, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Elon Musk’s rage-fests on X make it clear that he wants something. I think I know what it is

The billionaire appears to have a David Brent-like desire to be seen as an entertainer. Please let him get back to conquering Mars, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Take it from me, the queen of sleep – micro-naps will transform your life

These little wonders will give you a much-needed boost, and this is the perfect time to practice. Go on, you only need 10 minutes, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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All my Christmas huffing and puffing has prompted a new catchphrase: ‘Stop struggling, Mum’

This is the most flat-out week of the year, which leaves families dragging themselves towards the finish line, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Does the bizarre reaction to the killing of a health insurance boss make sense? Only in America

Joyful memes, novelty merch, gushing support: it’s undeniably callous, but points to a deeply dysfunctional system, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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How are the liberal elite dealing with a Trump victory? They’re flocking to Mar-a-Lago to kiss the ring

Under the auspices of holding the president elect to account, there’s the usual sucking up to power and money, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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‘Doing it with no partner is easier’: the single women using fertility treatments

A growing number feel single parenthood is liberating and only a sense of ‘shame’ around it is holding women back

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Never mind what Rachel Reeves did long ago at the Bank of England: what claims do you make on your CV?

The chancellor is said to have ‘rounded up’ her years of service. But if she did plump up her working achievements a bit, who hasn’t, asks Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Musk’s new role in Trump’s government is today’s ‘ugh’ moment in US politics. There will be many more

As we enter the era of Trump 2.0, reaction-fatigue to his bizarre decisions is already setting in – and it’s only been eight days, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Trump’s win is so much worse this time. Americans knew what they were voting for

Even after a failed coup and numerous legal wranglings, many men could not bring themselves to vote for a woman, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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It’s my first Halloween in the UK for two decades – and my American children are not impressed

Spending on costumes and treats has increased, but Britain isn’t showing quite the same commitment or creativity, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Fascism, Donald Trump and George Orwell

Letters: Neil Smith recalls Orwell’s Tribune column about fascism, and Dr Jane Donati delves into dictionary definitions of the word

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The word ‘fascist’ has lost all meaning. And Trump is using that to his advantage

There is a new push by his opponents to brand him with the F-word – and the effect has been both silly and serious, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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‘Trump, the movie’ is a fun watch, but read the book if you really want to know all about him

Lucky Loser reveals just how much Donald owes to his father (spoiler alert: everything), says the Guardian journalist Emma Brockes

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Is Donald Trump the greatest grifter of them all? Melania is giving him a run for his money

The former first lady was rolling out her memoir this week – but the biggest plugs were for her gift range, not her husband, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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JD Vance is trying hard not to be weird – and it’s making him seem more menacing still

Trump’s running mate is now trying to put on a civilised face. But that is clashing queasily with his extreme outlook, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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God knows we need an antidote for all the lousy men in the news – and I think I’ve found one

A lovable goofball who is happy to cheerlead for his wife, the vice-president of the US? Thank God for Doug Emhoff, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Huw Edwards, and the ludicrous arguments bad men make in defence of the indefensible

Whether it’s alcohol, low self-esteem or not getting into Oxford, guilty men often seem to deploy the worst mitigating claims, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Harris clearly beat Trump – not that you’d know it from the rightwing media. Shame on them

From the likes of Fox News has come a masterclass in post-debate pretzel logic. Surely the excuses must run out soon, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Kamala Harris is steering clear of Hillary Clinton’s feminist messaging – and it’s working

This Democratic campaign isn’t about breaking the ‘glass ceiling’. Maybe that’s the best way of beating Trump, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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Forest schools provide nurture and nature at a child’s own pace

Letters: Stephen Simpson on the benefits of forest schools, especially for children who struggle in a mainstream classroom setting. Plus a letter from Brian Crane

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Joe cried, Kamala cried and so did I. Can this be the Democrats putting on a better show than Trump ever did?

Good vibes at the convention are surely an opportune sign for Harris and Tim Walz, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes

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