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Exclusive Investigation

Shovel Was a Groundbreaking Invention, Historians Confirm

After years of digging through archives, researchers at the University of Obvious Studies have concluded that the shovel was, indeed, a groundbreaking invention. "We really had to dig deep for this one," said lead researcher Dr. Phil Dirt. The team plans to study the broom next, calling it a "clean sweep" of their research agenda.

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Science

Broken Drum Receives Standing Ovation — "You Just Can't Beat It"

Musicians worldwide are baffled by the percussive paradox.

Crime

Man Steals 47 Bars of Soap from Tesco — Makes Clean Getaway

Police say the suspect's trail has gone cold... and minty fresh.

Technology

WiFi Goes Down in Parliament — No One Can Find the Connection

"It's not just our internet that's lost," says backbencher.

Today's Finest Jokes

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I told my wife she was drawing her eyebrows too high.

She'd been experimenting with new makeup techniques all week. I finally had to say something...

She looked surprised. Click for punchline
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What do you call a bear with no teeth?

Researchers at London Zoo have been studying dental hygiene patterns in wildlife for decades...

A gummy bear. Click for punchline
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Parallel lines have so much in common.

Mathematicians at Cambridge have long admired their consistency and dedication to direction...

It's a shame they'll never meet. Click for punchline
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I used to hate facial hair...

For years, I avoided all forms of grooming experimentation. My barber was quite concerned...

But then it grew on me. Click for punchline
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What sits at the bottom of the sea and twitches?

Marine biologists have been puzzled by strange seismic readings off the coast of Dover...

A nervous wreck. Click for punchline
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I told my computer I needed a break.

After 14 hours of continuous work, I finally spoke directly to my machine...

Now it won't stop sending me Kit-Kat ads. Click for punchline

Classifieds & Announcements

FOR SALE: Complete set of encyclopaedias

No longer needed. Wife knows everything. Excellent condition, barely opened since 2004. Collection only — I'm not allowed to make decisions about delivery.

Best offer or a moment of peace

LOST: Mood ring, somewhere in town centre

I'm not sure how I feel about it. Last seen on Tuesday near the chemist. If found, please return — I genuinely don't know if I'm upset or not.

Reward: Whatever emotion seems appropriate

HELP WANTED: Experienced mirror cleaner

Must be someone who can really see themselves doing this job. Flexible hours. We'd reflect very positively on your CV. Previous applicant wasn't up to the task — we saw right through him.

£11/hr + clear benefits

FOR SALE: Broken boomerang

Never mind, you can't return it. Acquired on holiday in Australia. Seemed like a great idea at the time. Like most of my purchases. Absolute bargain for a collector of regret.

£0.00 — It's worthless, frankly

This Week's Completely Made-Up Weather

Monday
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Cloudy with a chance of existential dread. Bring a brolly and a therapist.
Tuesday
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Suspiciously sunny. Don't trust it. Britain doesn't do two nice days in a row.
Wednesday
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Raining cats and dogs. Watch out for poodles near Tesco.
Thursday
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Fog so thick you could butter it. Visibility: one regret ahead.
Friday
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Rainbow spotted. Pot of gold found. Taxed immediately at 40%.

Horoscopes (100% Inaccurate, Guaranteed)

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Aries

You will argue with a roundabout this week. The roundabout will win. It always does.

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Taurus

A bull will not charge at you this week. But your credit card company absolutely will.

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Gemini

Your evil twin will take over your Zoom call. Nobody will notice the difference.

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Cancer

The stars say you'll find love. The stars are being optimistic. The moon says maybe a nice sandwich instead.

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Leo

You will confidently walk into a glass door. Own it. That's the Leo energy.

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Virgo

Mercury is in retrograde. Use this as an excuse for absolutely everything this week.

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Libra

You'll spend 45 minutes choosing what to watch on Netflix, then fall asleep 10 minutes in.

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Scorpio

Someone will mispronounce your name. You will remember this for 14 years minimum.

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