People are kicking off about this sexist billboard that implies ‘real women’ should appreciate outdated gender roles
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There’s now a braille watch which lets you feel the time
There are more than 360,000 people in the UK who are registered as blind or partially sighted, whose lives will get a little better when the world’s first Braille smartwatch launches next month.
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You can now get a suitcase designed to look and behave like a cat
Ever looked at your big, bulky suitcase and thought: ‘I really wish this bit of luggage was more like a cat’?
Erm, we haven’t either.
You can now get a suitcase designed to look and behave like a cat
But for those of you who are filled with dreams of having a suitcase that doubles up as a pet, we have some brilliant news. Finally, someone’s gone ahead and made a suitcase that looks and acts like… Read the full story
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When do the clocks go forward in 2017? There’s not long to go
It will soon be time for us all to take our clocks down from the wall or adjust our alarm clocks so we don’t end up late for work.
In a few weeks, the clocks will be going forward so that we are back in British Summer Time.
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Thanks to a man called William Willett, who suggested daylight savings… Read the full story
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This couple did a La La Land themed photoshoot to celebrate their engagement
If you’ve been out in the world recently, you’ve either seen or heard about La La Land.
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You’ve read plenty of hot takes. You’ll know that it’s very, very popular. You’ll know that it won loads of Golden Globes and might win an Oscar.
And if you’ve seen it, you’ll likely fall into one of two camps:… Read the full story
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Photo series explores what world leaders love to eat
Sometimes, when you’re sitting on the sofa eating another bag of tortilla chips, you find yourself thinking one, damaging thought: successful people don’t do this.
Successful, proper adults, you tell yourself, make home-cooked meals. They like cauliflower. They make their own pasta.
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12 drunk foods every Londoner should eat at least once in their life
Picture the scene: it’s 2am. You only wanted one pint after work but now you’ve lost your debit card, your clothes are filthy and you’re too drunk to order an Uber.
You need time to sober up, and there’s nothing in the world that sounds better than hot wings and a can of Rubicon.
You’d be forgiven for thinking that drunk food is limited to sweaty kebabs and fried lumps of probably chicken, but it doesn’t have to be this way.
It’s been scientifically proven that there’s a reason we need trashy food when we’re drunk, and the city is awash with strange and wonderful ways to carb-load after staying in the pub till last orders.
From cardboard pizza to duck and… Read the full story
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These are the ethical products Lush is releasing for Fairtrade Fortnight 2017
It’s just a few days until Fairtrade Fortnight.
The ethical products Lush is releasing for Fairtrade Fortnight 2017
Every year, it’s an opportunity for campaigners, businesses and communities to show support for farmers and workers that grow our food in developing countries all around the world.
And thanks to Lush, this time, it’s also an opportunity to smell bloody delicious.
In celebration of the fortnight, Lush is launching several new products – as well… Read the full story
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Ask Andy: Should couples have threesomes and how to bat off unwanted parenting advice
Is your mother-in-law giving you grief? Is Donald Trump turning you into a raging alcoholic? Is it your fault nobody loves you? Andy has the answer.
Well, at least an answer. Plus, it’s not like you’re paying for the free advice.
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13 super-cute cooking accessories to up your pancake game
Like Christmas, Pancake Day is a safe, reliable day which is pretty much the same each year.
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While you consume your Nutella-and-banana monstrosities, I’ll have my pure, unadulterated lemon and sugar, thanks.
And then we’ll eat the same combination of foods next year.
But this is 2017, and we have no time for traditions such as flat, shapeless pancakes in the progressive society in which we live in.
In other words, here are some cute… Read the full story
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Every day Ralph the dog peeks out from under a gate to wait for his best friend to come home
Please stop whatever you’re doing and dedicate your time and attention to Ralph, a very good dog.
Every day Ralph the dog waits for his best friend to stop by and say hello
Despite being stuck behind a gate most of the day, Ralph has managed to form a friendship with 17-year-old Elisa Lee, a senior in high school.
Ralph lives near Elisa’s school, and every single day, he peeks out from underneath his gate and waits to Elisa to come by and say hello.
‘The first time I noticed him was… Read the full story
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Living with arthritis – What is it, who can get it and how can you treat it?
When you say ‘arthritis’ you picture an old person hobbling along with a walking stick.
So when I started showing symptoms in my big toe joints at 28, it was a bit of a surprise.
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My GP ruled out various other possibilities before shrugging, telling me it was ‘wear and tear’ and sending me away with only one piece of advice for how to manage it: Wear trainers.
Two years after symptoms first showed, and with the pain steadily increasing, I finally got my GP to send me for a scan, and got… Read the full story
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Why you shouldn’t settle when looking for ‘The One’
Urgh. Being single. Just saying it out loud makes you feel a bit depressed, doesn’t it?
Singledom has always got a bit of a bad rep, and men and women alike are pressured on many sides to couple up ASAP.
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This is what people eat on Shrove Tuesday around the world
To you, Shrove Tuesday is probably just Pancake Day or Tuesday the 28th of February, just another Tuesday.
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And it’s easy to assume that other countries celebrating last day before Lent (basically the Catholic ones) also call it that, eat their pancakes and have done with it too.
Well, in Spain, it’s actually ‘Omelette Day’ (‘Día de la Tortilla’) instead on which they eat – you… Read the full story
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International Polar Bear Day 2017: 20 cute and cuddly reasons to celebrate
Did you know that it’s International Polar Bear Day on Monday, February 27?
This annual celebration was created by Polar Bears International.
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The day aims to make us more aware of the dangers and challenges faced by these adorable yet awe-inspiring creatures as the Arctic region warms up.
And is there any other animal that so successfully nails being ridiculously cute while looking supremely majestic at the same time?
Here are 20 ways polar bears will impress and inspire you.
1. Well, wouldn’t you slide down the… Read the full story
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All the celeb fashion you should behold from the Oscars red carpet
In case you managed to miss this important bit of information (perhaps you were distracted by the equally important British Kebab Awards. We get it.), tonight, 26 February, is the Academy Awards, AKA the Oscars.
All the celeb fashion you should behold from the Oscars red carpet
We’re all very excited to find out the big winners, obviously. We need to know if La La Land will continue to be hyped for all eternity.
But more importantly: fashion.
The Oscars red carpet, if you didn’t know, is a big deal. We shall desperately wait to see each look and marvel at their brilliance.
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5 things people still don’t understand about self-harm
I only wear short sleeves around people I trust and I’m sure I’m not alone in this.
But why are people scared or ashamed into covering up the scars resulting from self-harm?
7 things people should know about self-harm
Despite huge amounts of attention focused on self-harm in the last few decades, certain assumptions about people who injure themselves remain widespread.
In my teens and twenties, when I… Read the full story
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Shrove Tuesday: 10 London restaurants where you can celebrate Pancake Day
It’s nearly Pancake Day aka Shrove Tuesday; that’s February 28 – just in case you’ve forgotten.
But who has the time to fanny around making homemade batter and madly wafting the smoke alarm with a tea towel?
Why do we have Pancake Day? Everything you need to know
Tossing pancakes is sweaty, messy work and frankly, you deserve better.
Fortunately, London’s vibrant restaurant scene has stepped up to the plate so you don’t have to.
From meaty to vegan and sweet to savoury, here are 10 great places you should visit this Pancake Day.
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It’s National Strawberry Day: Why is a banana a berry but a strawberry isn’t?
Even though strawberries are in season between April and August, today is National Strawberry Day, where we can continue our celebration of all things red and heart shaped.
For those who love strawberries, there are over 100 types to choose from.
Not only do they taste good, they smell good too – in fact, they belong to the rose family.
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It’s International Polar Bear Day: Why do polar bears have black skin?
Many of us think that polar bears are white, like the environment we usually see them in.
However, as today is International Polar Bear Day, it’s time to set the record straight.
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