Keeping a stiff upper lip. It’s something for which the British are renowned: stoically battling on in the face of adversity, jaws clenched, teeth gritted, a resolute expression, a statement of intent For example, think of that symbol of defiance, Sir Francis Drake continuing his game of bowls as the might of the Spanish Armada …
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Continue readingBeing away from friends and family can be tough, however, with apps such as Whatsapp, Facebook and Skype, there are ways you can keep some semblance of normal life and keep up to date with loved ones Whatsapp Whatsapp is predominantly a messaging app, however, with Whatsapp, you can send pictures and videos using …
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Continue readingIf you think your chances of an Easter trip to Paris to see the treasures of the Louvre have been scuppered by the coronavirus lockdown, you’re wrong. Similarly, if you’ve always wanted to visit the world-famous Smithsonian in Washington but have never found the time, well, now you can… and you won’t have to break …
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Continue readingWith most children in Britain off school, we thought we would look at some of the ways people are keeping them busy… Health & Fitness Over 800,000 people tuned in to Joe Wick’s first YouTube live PE session on Monday morning. The fitness influencer first announced he was going to be holding virtual workouts …
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Continue readingThe Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, alongside Boris Johnson, has announced an unprecedented package to support families and businesses With the coronavirus pandemic shutting down normal day-to-day life for a huge number of Britons, the government has introduced measures to keep families secure in their homes and the economy intact. Job Retention Scheme …
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Continue readingMother’s Day has long been known as the day when we show love and gratitude to the women who raised us; whether that be by presenting them with flowers or a box of chocolates. But just where did the tradition come from? There are several days throughout the year that have tradition etched on them; …
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Continue readingThe film industry is fighting back with the promise of early video-on-demand releases of some of the hottest blockbusters right now, to keep you entertained in your own home! Sky and NBC Universal have announced a partnership so that when a movie is released in the cinema, it will be available in Sky Store on …
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Continue readingUpdate your interior by adding style and colour; it’s one of the easiest ways to freshen up the look and feel of your home. Have the right tools Using the best – and the right – tools, such as brushes, paint and rollers are key to getting the finish just right. Now that doesn’t mean …
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Continue readingWith plant-based diets on the increase, now might be the time to dig up the lawn and grow your own vegetables. Years ago, it was highly unusual for homeowners not to have a vegetable patch. Whether it was just a strip running alongside the lawn or turning the whole garden into a backyard allotment, post-war …
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Continue readingDelivering his first Budget in the House of Commons, Chancellor Rishi Sunak laid out the government’s plans for the year ahead. Housing & transport links By mid-2025, more than £600bn is set to be spent on transport links such as roads and rail, plus housing and broadband. £27bn of that will be set aside for …
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Continue readingLuxury or a modern-day necessity?Spa breaks are becoming the norm to treat mind, body… and your mum! If your vision of a spa session involves a face pack and a slice of cucumber over each eye, then we’re raising a carefully-trimmed eyebrow in despair. Similarly, if it involves waddling around in a fluffy white towelling …
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Continue readingEngland beat Wales in the Six Nations to keep the title race alive with one game left to play. England’s third victory since defeat on the first day means they sit atop of the Six Nations table, level on points with France after Scotland’s impressive 28-17 win on Sunday. It took England five minutes to …
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Continue readingWhether it be a career change or a promotion, one day you may be required to up-sticks and leave your comfortable surroundings… With high-speed internet the world has gotten smaller; however, it may still lead to big changes when it comes to your career. One of these may be a move to a new city …
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Continue readingNew windows and doors can not only keep your house warmer over winter but also save you thousands of pounds in the long run. If you are looking into new windows and doors this year, the range on offer can confuse; as can the regulations implemented back in 2002. It is no longer as simple …
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Continue readingThanks to the likes of Mrs. Hinch, giving your house a spring clean in preparation for selling or for house viewings has never been easier. Here we’ve compiled a few of our favourite cleaning hacks to make the cleaning process easy and cost effective; some of the tips may surprise you! Shaving foam That’s …
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