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Turns out the most attractive people also get the most sleep. A new study by the Karolinska Institute in Sweden shows that people who get more sleep appear more attractive. In experiments, observers consistently found photos of sleep-deprived subjects to be uglier than well-rested subjects. Researchers suggest the findings show that humans are sensitive to sleep-related facial cues, with ‘potential implications for social and clinical judgments and behavior’. (My translation: You look like crap … get some sleep!)

A glitzy hotel in Abu Dhabi UAE is asking Guinness World Records to certify it is home to the ‘World’s Most Expensive Christmas Tree’. The jewel-encrusted tree which adorns the lobby of the Emirates Palace hotel is said to be worth over £11 million. Scores of precious stones are draped on the tree’s branches, alongside more traditional baubles and lights. Not surprisingly, the tree is protected by 24/7 security, including 4 guards and video cameras. Ironically, the vast majority of the population of the UAE is Muslim, although Abu Dhabi is considered very liberal.

• Freddie Mercury, Rod Stewart, and Elton John were once going to form a band, called Hair, Nose & Teeth.
• The English language has doubled in worldwide popularity over the past century.
• The average adult spends 24 minutes-a-day fetching and drinking hot drinks.
• Patients recover quicker from surgery when looking at trees.

Worst Christmas Cracker Jokes Of All Time

• Did you hear about the invisible Santa? You can’t see him, but you can feel his presents.
• What do you call Santa Claus when he’s almost late? Saint Nick-of-time.
• What nationality is Santa Claus? North Polish.
• What kind of motorcycle does Santa ride? A Holly Davidson.
• What do the elves call it when St Nick claps at the end of a concert? Santapplause.
• Why was Santa’s helper depressed? He had low elf esteem.
• What do you call someone who doesn’t believe in Santa? A rebel without a Claus.
• What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus? Claustrophobic.
• What do you get when you cross Santa Claus with Jessica Alba? A big thank-you from Santa

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Monday 6th December

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Joke Of The Day: My friend has got a job as Santa in a Grotto at my local shopping centre. They tried to make him change his name to Father Christmas but they said they couldn't as there was a clause in his contract.

LIAR, LIAR PANTS ON FIRE: Here are some of the most common lies from Dr Dory Hollander’s book “101 Lies Men Tell Women & Why Women Believe Them” …
• “What attracts me most is your mind.”
• “No, I don’t think you’re fat.”
• “Of course I’m listening to what you’re saying.”
• “We’ll split household chores 50/50.”
• “I could never lie to you.
THINGS DOCTORS SECRETLY WISH THEY COULD TELL YOU: A nationwide survey asked doctors to vent their feelings and reveal what they’d really like to say to patients. Among the replies …
• If you’re going to be late or miss an appointment, let my office staff know.
• Please wash before you come to see me.
• Tell me what you’re worried about right away, not as you’re about to leave.
• Don’t expect me to read dozens of articles you’ve downloaded from the Internet.
• If you’re taking herbal supplements or over-the-counter drugs, or using alternative therapies, let me know.
• Be honest. If you’re not taking your medication as prescribed, tell me.
• You need to lose weight.
TURKEY TALK: Poultry provider Butterball has fielded some pretty bizarre questions on its ‘Turkey Hotline’ over the past 25 years. Here are a few favorites … :
• Do turkeys have belly buttons?
• Should I remove the plastic wrap before I cook my turkey?
• Can you thaw a frozen turkey in the bath while the kids are having their bath?
• How long does it take to thaw a fresh turkey?
• Does the turkey go in the oven feet first or head first?
• Can I baste my turkey with suntan lotion?
• Can I cook the turkey on the engine block of my semi while I’m driving?
• I cut my turkey in half with a chainsaw. How do I get the chainsaw oil out of the turkey?
• The turkey in my freezer is 23-years-old. Is it safe to eat? Our Chihuahua is stuck inside the turkey … how do we get him out?

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Wednesday 17th November

Joke Of The Day: The day after Christmas may be a bit awkward in the Audley Harrison household.

COUNTRY HALL OF SHAME: According to a new "TIME" magazine ranking, these are country music’s all-time most absurd tunes (many of which, oddly, involve alcohol) …
• Brad Paisley, "I"m Still a Guy"
• Bobby Bare, "Drop Kick Me Jesus (Through the Goalposts of Life)"
• Toby Keith, "I Wanna Talk About Me"
• Joe Nichols, "Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off"
• Neal McCoy, "Billy"s Got His Beer Goggles On"
• Billy Currington, "Pretty Good at Drinkin" Beer"
• Kenny Chesney, "She Thinks My Tractor"s Sexy"
Interesting What was the "At" symbol on a computer keyboard used for before email?

Farmers have come up with red Brussels sprouts in time for Christmas. Sorry – still not doing it for me!

Things You May Not Know:

While almost everyone knows that Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon, few know that Eugene Cernan was the last man on the moon.