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Major supermarket brands will shut branches this month in a new wave of store closures. It follows a busy fortnight of action by other retailers including Boots, Costa Coffee, and Lidl. Now Tesco, Marks and Spencer, Sainsbury’s and Argos are the latest brands to follow suit with a handful of branches …

One in five Brits won’t be seeing their mums this Mother’s Day – although 82 percent of them wish they could, a study has found. A poll of 2,000 adults revealed that half of mothers (51 percent) “don’t want a fuss” made of them on Mothering Sunday. However, 91 percent …

Today is World Book Day, and to celebrate, many are dressing their children up as their favourite characters for school, or simply putting some time aside to get stuck into a good read. For those who want to upgrade their reading experience altogether, we’ve rounded up the best e-reader deals …

TODAY’S horoscope has one star sign discovering it’s good to talk, while another has started obsessing over the past. What else can you expect? Russell Grant shares his analysis

To start, you’ll need a pH reader to measure your soil. If you want to increase the soil’s acidity and turn your hydrangeas blue, you need to add garden sulphur near the base of the plant.  Some say applying coffee grounds to the soil also works. In that case, it …

In our industralized world, our air is subject to intense pollution that negatively impacts our environment and human health. Defying common sense to some, our indoor air is often 2 to 5 times and even occasionally 100 times higher than outdoor levels, according to the Envrionmetal Protection Agency (EPA). “In the …

Instructions Heat oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat while you season the chicken all over. Cook chicken on both sides until the skin is crisp and golden brown. Transfer to a plate. Leave one teaspoon of fat in the pan, and add leeks. Fry for about five to …

Celebrities, politicians and global tech CEOs flocked to the most lavish wedding of India’s richest families. Billionaire businessman Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son, Anant, celebrated his intent to marry Radhika Merchant, the daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant. Reports circulated that the three-day celebration cost north of £145million in Jamnagar city in …

A popular optical illusion has left viewers amazed as it appears to show them how they feel about the future and life in the present. To begin, the viewer simply has to take a quick look at the strange picture above, and right away they should either see a horse …

The hydrangea varieties that bloom on new wood are smooth hydrangeas and panicle hydrangeas.  Old wood Hydrangeas that bloom on old wood produce flower buds in late summer, meaning they bloom in the fall or winter.  These types shouldn’t be pruned until mid summer, after the last flowering but before …

David Beckham scored 16% of the vote being the top hair inspiration for British men. And it is no surprise thanks to his many hairstyles over the years. Who remembers the mohawk and frosted tips look from back in the day? Coming in joint second place were Hollywood actors Ryan …

Beauty fans can get value for money with this year’s offering, which launched at 12pm. GLOSSYBOX’s Easter Egg gives chocolate a run for its money, with contents worth a whopping £127. The beauty-packed treat costs £30 for GLOSSYBOX subscribers and £40 for non-subscribers. The products inside have been kept very …

Marks and Spencer’s “beautiful” £79 checked coat is now £40 off, and shoppers are calling it “so elegant”. The Checked Double Breasted Short Coat was originally priced at £79 on M&S’s website. The Checked Double Breasted Short Coat is currently a hot item on M&S’s website, as it’s price has …

If you want to visit a town where you can sit by the beach during the day and enjoy a delicious meal at night, Falmouth might be the place for you.  There are plenty of great places to travel in the UK. Cartmel in Cumbria, on the south edge of …

A “light and breezy” dress from M&S is being hailed as the “perfect holiday dress” by M&S shoppers. They say it “glides over lumps and bumps”, making it an “easy summer outfit” for both day and night. The M&S Linen Rich Knee Length Shift Dress, priced at £29.50, comes in three …

Forgetting to bring a £1 for your weekly shop for the supermarket trolley can be annoying – but this hack could be the solution. We all know how frustrating it is to arrive at the supermarket for our weekly shop, only to realise we’ve forgotten a £1 coin for the …

The Duchess of Wales is known for her chic and put-together style, but her attendance at certain events requires more practical choices. In 2023, Kate was spotted wearing a pair of walking boots on a two-day visit to Wales to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Central Beacons Mountain Rescue. She …

Aries Wavering between an accurate analysis of facts and figures and optimistic thinking can be exhausting. With so much information available, you may not be able to tell, at times, which is which. If you find you can’t make a definite decision it would be better to make a strategic …

If you want to visit a town where you can sit by the beach during the day and enjoy a delicious meal at night, Falmouth might be the place for you.  There are plenty of great places to travel in the UK. Cartmel in Cumbria, on the south edge of …

There are many different types. One of those is rust, which causes brownish orange bumps on the bottom of the leaves. A way to treat it is by spraying the leaves with hydrogen peroxide and diluted aspirin.  Another is powdery mildew, which is a white fungus resembling powder that grows …