Do we really need International Men’s Day?

November 18, 2016, 11:05 pm

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It’s International Men’s Day (IMD) on November 19 – bang in the middle of Movember.

Its theme this year is ‘Stop Male Suicide’, and it focuses on men’s health and positive male role models.

The IMD’s global site says that it’s an ‘occasion for men to celebrate their achievements and contributions’ and to highlight the ‘discrimination’ they face.

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But is it really necessary to have an entire day dedicated to men’s achievements? Isn’t the whole of November already reserved for talking about men’s health?

We debated the… Read the full story

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November 19, 2016, 12:00 am

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This Sunday, 20 November 2016, is Stir Up Sunday, when British families would traditionally get together after church to make their Christmas pudding to give it plenty of time to mature for Christmas Day.

Nowadays many people buy their Christmas puddings ready made but if you do fancy making your own you’ll find it’s a lot easier than you think.

There are some lovely traditions involved too – so it’s well worth making the effort, especially if you have children around to rope in.

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November 19, 2016, 12:00 am

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Stop what you’re doing and look at these tiny echidna puggles

November 19, 2016, 1:26 am

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Look, we know kittens and puppies are cute. And we’d never suggest ignoring this important fact.

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Airbnb now lets you book experiences as well as a place to stay

November 19, 2016, 2:10 am

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Well, this is interesting.

This man made sure to give his dog the perfect final day

You probably know Airbnb as ‘that thing where you get to stay in a stranger’s bedroom for a few days’, or ‘that thing where you let people into your house and then panic for a week about the possibility of them trashing it and stealing all your stuff’.

But now, Airbnb wants to be so much more.

The company has just unveiled a new service called Trips.

Essentially, Trips is a snazzy new feature that allows locals… Read the full story

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November 19, 2016, 3:17 am

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Been too busy lamenting the state of the world or watching Netflix to feel like you’re up to date on all the cool stuff going on?

Don’t stress. We’ve got you covered.

We’ve rounded up all the best pictures you might not have had time to look at this week (that you really should see) in one handy place, so you can scroll through and feel like you haven’t missed out.

From dogs dressed as lobsters to the super moon, here are the 21 pictures you need to see this week.

A zebra foal nuzzles its mother in… Read the full story

This pizza restaurant’s response to a customer who moaned it was too busy on a Saturday night is brilliant

November 19, 2016, 3:43 am

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A pizzeria in Manchester gave a brilliant response to a Tripadvisor reviewer who gave them a one-star review.

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Rudy’s Neapolitan Pizza in Manchester was given a one star review on the site after a customer complained of the restaurant being too busy on a Saturday night.

Titled ‘Turned away with over 90 minutes left cooking’, the post said the customer traveled… Read the full story

This museum lets you leave a message in a fortune cookie for a stranger

November 19, 2016, 4:01 am

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If you’ve ever cracked open a fortune cookie to reveal a deeply disappointing fortune tucked away inside (‘you have many conflicts ahead’? WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?), you’ll appreciate the concept of this new exhibition.

This museum lets you leave a message in a fortune cookie for a stranger

New York City’s Museum of Food and Drink is now letting visitors pop by to pick up… Read the full story

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Mannequin challenge song is just as brilliant as the challenge itself

November 19, 2016, 4:44 am

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If, like us, you’ve been watching every mannequin challenge that pops up on your timeline (and marvelling at the skills of each one), you’ve probably noticed the song in the background.

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Yup, in pretty much all mannequin challenge videos, one song is playing.

We’ve found ourselves singing the hook on repeat in our heads. We’ve played the same mannequin challenge on a loop. And every now and then we’ve thought: ‘wait, this is a good song. What is that?’

So, people. Here are the answers you’ve been looking for.

First off,… Read the full story

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November 19, 2016, 6:54 am

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Set your calendars and have your debit cards ready, people. Black Friday is coming.

McDonald's has killed off its classic festive pie and Christmas is ruined

If you haven’t noticed, Black Friday has made its way over to the UK (we don’t get it either), bringing intense deals and sales to major brands online and instore.

Black Friday itself actually happens on Friday November 25.

But because retailers don’t appear to understand the concept of having a one day frenzy of cheap stuff, many brands are starting their deals early.

Boots is one of those brands, offering around 60% off on loads of… Read the full story

McDonald’s has scrapped its classic Festive Pie and Christmas is ruined

November 19, 2016, 7:26 am

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This week we reported on the very important business of McDonald’s unveiling their Christmas menu.

Do we really need an International Men's Day?

But in all the excitement surrounding Christmas burgers and the announcement of a snazzy new Terry’s Chocolate Orange McFlurry, McDonald’s managed to sneak past a truly devastating menu update.

This year, you will not see the Festive Pie you know and love.

As pointed out by the Mirror, this year, instead of the classic hot crispy pie filled with mincemeat and custard (it was like a handheld custard drenched mince pie, and… Read the full story

Could you eat this 8,000 calorie sandwich stuffed with kebab meat?

November 19, 2016, 7:30 am

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Dubbed Britain’s most fattening sandwich, this whopping 8,000 calorie sarnie isn’t for the faint hearted.

The huge meal has four times the recommended number of calories for women, and over three times the amount of calories recommended for a man.

Based on Middlesbrough’s local cuisine – parmo – the £13.95 parmo kebab is made up of two huge parmos (breaded chicken covered in melted cheese, for the uninitiated) and is filled with kebab meat.

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November 19, 2016, 7:55 am

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Black Friday tends to be associated with massive flat screen TVs and the occasional bargain food processor.

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This man made sure to give his dog the perfect final day before he was put down

November 19, 2016, 8:26 am

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When 19-year-old Parker Ray learned he would need to have his dog, Jett, put down, he knew he had to give him the perfect final day.

Jett had been a huge part of Parker’s childhood. They were best friends.

‘Jett was such an amazing dog,’ Parker told metro.co.uk. ‘His favourite thing to do was to sleep, and what got him most excited was food, exploring, and meeting new people.’

Two months ago, Jett was diagnosed with heart disease.

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BenBen was the ‘saddest cat in the world’ until he got adopted the day before he was scheduled to be put down

November 19, 2016, 8:54 am

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BenBen the cat has had a tough life.

When he was brought into a shelter, BenBen had a crushed spine, a crumpled ear, and cuts and bruises all over the body. It’s believed he may have been attacked by a larger animal.

His excess skin made him look as gloomy as he likely felt. He wasn’t eating, drinking, or playing, and staff believed he might never walk again.

In pain and thought to be likely to die, BenBen was scheduled to be put down.

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John Lewis Black Friday deals: When and how to get the best offers

November 19, 2016, 9:14 am

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Black Friday is one of the biggest days of shopping in the UK.

John Lewis is one of the biggest retail stores.

So it makes sense that when Black Friday rolls around, John Lewis is going to get involved.

The retail giant have everything on offer from new washing machines to PS4 bundles.

They haven’t announced all of their Black Friday deals yet (we’ll update this post when they do), but some offers appear to have already started, so they’re definitely worth checking out.

Important John Lewis Black Friday information:

• John Lewis will launch their Black Friday deals at midnight on Thursday November 24
• Deals will continue being added across… Read the full story

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November 20, 2016, 2:30 am

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Break ups are never pleasant.

No matter if you were broken up with, or you broke up with someone, the feeling of letting go of someone you liked is always hard.

However as always there are things to help you get through this difficult time, ranging from friends, family, wine and chocolate to, of course, music.

So sit back, pop on the headphones and, depending on your mood, work your way through this round of the best break up songs.

1. I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor

For the initial break up there is a special level of comfort to be taken from Gloria.

Yes you may be afraid, and petrified, but cheer up, because eventually you will be fine.

You will most likely sing this at the top of your voice, after downing a bottle of wine.

2. I Will Always Love You – Whitney Houston 

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November 20, 2016, 5:14 am

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Dun dun dun duh dun duh… duh duh duh.

That’s a crowd of around 100 people, chanting the Imperial March.

Inside this year's UK Rock Paper Scissors championship

No, we’re not at a Star Wars convention (as fun as that would be). We’re at the UK’s Rock Paper Scissors championship, and Darth Vader is walking through the crowd, brandishing his lightsaber, to take his turn.

He makes it through, achieving glory with a pair of scissors, confidently thrown with a black gloved hand.

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November 20, 2016, 8:25 am

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Tesco kicks off its Black Friday sales today – FIVE days early

November 21, 2016, 1:07 am

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Tesco has launched its Black Friday sales today, five days early.

The superstore began the cut price sales at 9am with hundreds of televisions, toys, electronics and other items being heavily discounted.

The Black Friday sales are expected to last for eight days until Cyber Monday on November 28.

Deals on offer include half price computer games for Xbox and PS4 (Grand Theft Auto 5 and Call of Duty for £23 each down from £46), an Amazon Fire 7 for just £49.99 (down from £69) and half price chocolate for Christmas.

LEGO Friends pop star tour bus meanwhile is on offer for £12, down from £31.53) and a Dyson cordless vacuum is £189, down… Read the full story