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Animal Instincts

Pet pals not only provide fun for children, they also help them develop vital skills and a wider understanding of the world. There are few childhood moments more exciting than the anticipation of a new pet. Whether a playful puppy, reluctant rescue feline or a chubby-cheeked hamster, pets bring hours of amusement and joy, but […]

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10 Ways to Live an Extra 10 Years

We all strive for longevity in life – we want to maximise each day and each experience. With that in mind, here are the 10 things scientists recently outlined which, if done properly, can each add a year into life expectancy… 1. A balanced diet A diet rich in various nutrients is essential for longevity. […]

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Books

An eclectic collection of reads from local authors, including everything from mystery and fantasy to dystopian and surreal fiction. Flume by Bigfoot Surrealist author Bigfoot has done it again, with this compelling story, set on a 33-minute ride down London’s largest water flume ride. A ride built by a famous seafarer called Mr Poppy, who […]

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Latest Home Trends

The new frontier of home interiors: sleeker, smarter, greener, and all geared at improving your quality of life. Celestial walls If the state of the world today has you wondering what it all means, then this trend for celestial wallpaper may ease your existential dread. Starry skies, suns, moons and zodiac motifs all feature against […]

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All the Gear, No Idea?

The truth about manual gearbox tricks – do they actually work? Coasting The idea: By shifting into neutral and letting the car coast, you reduce engine load and save fuel. The reality: This technique was more relevant in older carburettor cars, where cutting the fuel supply completely wasn’t always an option. Modern fuel-injected cars, however, […]

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Children of the World

In today’s interconnected world, children are increasingly exposed to global issues. As parents, it is essential to guide them in understanding these complex topics in a way that is age-appropriate, informative and fun! Work out where they’re at Before diving into discussions about global issues, it is crucial to assess your child’s current understanding and […]

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Home is Where your Art is

Tips to give a rental home a little more of your personality. For many, renting is an inevitable aspect of modern life. Yet the prohibitive nature of what can and can’t be done to alter the space can often take away that sense of individuality and homeliness. Fear not, with these top tips for perfect, […]

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Angela Nilsen’s Summer Pudding

Author of The Cake Decorator’s Bible, Angela Nilsen offers this stunning take on a classic British pud. Method Hull the strawberries and cut them in halves or quarters. Strip the blackcurrants and redcurrants – keep both the currants separate from the other fruits. Tip the sugar into a wide, not too deep, saucepan. Measure in […]

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Totally Weird Tips

Sometimes the internet makes suggestions that are too strange to be believable; however, the following gardening hacks are actually pretty useful! Coffee grounds Let’s start with one that’s pretty well-known, and that is repurposing coffee grounds as fertiliser. They are rich in nitrogen, which is great for your soil, and all you need to do […]

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Poison Ivy

The surprisingly poisonous plants that are right here in the UK. Fans of Agatha Christie will be aware that nefarious characters of yesteryear had a penchant for poison. Terrifying tinctures, savage serums and potions of ill portent were popular in the periods before modern medicine, and with the lack of laboratories to create chemicals, apothecaries […]

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A Cultural Divide

Discover Gorizia and Nova Gorica, the first joint European Capital of Culture that straddles two magnificent countries. Observe this delightful city from one of the hilltop vantage points and be struck by its strange beauty: medieval on one side, modern on the other. For this is a city of not two halves, but two countries: […]

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Time Gentlemen Please!

Berkhamsted and surrounding villages are blessed with plenty of watering holes, but back in the annals of history there were even more inns… If you did a pub crawl around Berkhamsted now, you’d have imbibed more pints than most of us could handle, but Berkhamsted has seen many more licensed premises over the years that […]