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Body Gossip is now inviting submissions for the first ever Body Gossip Book

Body Gossip is a national positive body image movement that has invited people all over the world to write their story about their body and share it with other people. Body Gossip has showcased these stories in theatre events and short films performed by a cast of well-known actors, and has a simple yet incredibly effective goal: Body Gossip...

What You Need to Consider Before Building a Mechanic Business

Although the majority of mechanics make their livelihood by working for somebody else, if you have a large number of years of experience working with cars behind you and an extensive motor skill set, you might be considering setting up your own auto repair business and being your own boss doing the job that you are good at. However, for...

The Top UK cities for a romantic mini-moon

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Since 19th July, engaged couples who have been waiting to tie the knot can now take the next step in their relationship. COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, and there are no limits on the number of guests allowed, no requirements for social distancing, and no enforcement of face masks.People looking to get hitched last year in the peak of the...

10 awesome packing hacks that will make your house move easy

If you’re preparing to move house, the thought of packing up all your belongings might fill you with dread – but it doesn’t have to be a boring, thankless and labour-intensive task. In fact, with a bit of forward thinking and a clever plan you could have everything ready in no time, so check out these 10 awesome hacks...

How to get FREE Virgin Air Miles and how to boost them quickly – Top tips

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If your are reading this article, then you are one of the smart people that want's to know how to get FREE Virgin Air Miles as well as how to boost the Virgin Air Miles on your account. Virgin Atlantic offers a reward programme called The Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (which gives you rewards in Virgin Air Miles). Every time...

Vibrator Sale – Ann Summers is selling a £1 Finger Vibrating Clit Stimulator inspired by the Rampant Rabbit

The Ann Summers Sale has begun and Ann Summers is selling a £1 Finger Vibrating Clit Stimulator inspired by the Rampant Rabbit. This stimulating little finger vibrator is fun, flexible and a great way to spice up your sex life. Originally £10, you can now buy this for £1. That's an orgasmic 90% off. Yikes!It comes with one powerful vibrating speed...

Cut the Fat: Workout to suit your body shape

We all come in different shapes and sizes and therefore the results we achieve through training are different, our maximum potentials are different and the speed in which we attain results will be different. Have you ever wondered why your boy only needs to look at a dumbbell before he starts swelling up with muscle? Or why your girl...

Are you getting the most for your money? Reviewing your spending habits

Are you getting the most for your money? Reviewing your spending habits

The two months of November and December are probably those where our pockets are hit the hardest. From a Halloween hangover and bonfire night to the sudden emergence of Black Friday, and the delights of Christmas and New Year, our bank accounts will no doubt be a lot less bloated than our bellies come January. Tightening our spending need not...

Watch these UK volunteers go blind for charity

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Have you ever thought about what it would be like to lose your sight? Close your eyes and imagine going about your day – how much of what you do would still be possible if you couldn’t see, and had no support or help adapting? Who or what would you miss seeing most? Now imagine how frustrating it would be...

Stunning supermodel Nell Robinson reveals all on the modelling industry

At 5ft 10 and with enchanting green eyes, Jamaica-born Janelle ‘Nell’ Robinson has taken the modeling world by storm. Her stunning looks helped her to win the first Supermodel of the Caribbean title in 2002 and she has now featured in campaigns for J-Lo and Victoria’s Secret, in fashion magazines Vogue and Cosmopolitan and on the cover of top...

Portals to perfection — 5 door decor tips

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Doors primarily provide entry and exit points — if you’ve purchased a home without them, you’re in trouble. But apart from its functional purpose, a front door says something subtle yet sophisticated about what visitors and residents should expect when they enter.So if you’re looking for a portal to perfection, here are five-door decor tips.Paint colourThe finish and colour...

Lethal Bizzle talks music & fashion

Walking in wearing a £4,500 jacket by Philip Klein which he purchased from an exclusive shop on London’s Kings Road, it’s easy to see that Lethal B is a man of fashion and style and is not afraid to stand out. “I’ve been a fashion freak from when I was a kid! I love Phillip Klein he should put...

Getting a Mortgage FAQ

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When buying a house, whether it is your first or not, things can get a little stressful. There are a lot of decisions to make, papers to sign and companies to consider that all swear they can give you the best deal. With our mortgage FAQ, we can hopefully relieve you from any burning questions you may have to make...

Here are the Best Sofa Fabrics for Kids and Babies

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Kids and new sofas don’t mix. Muddy shoes on the seat, cushions removed for building forts, jumping, scratching, and generally abusing the furniture – it’s hard to keep a new sofa looking that way for long. But that’s unless you consider a new sofa with child-friendly fabric. The best sofa fabrics for families with young children and babies are hard-wearing,...

Soundproofing your room on a budget

With summer now truly on the way and with the summer festivals soon to be found on our doorsteps, the urge to pick up a guitar or DJ decks will be great. For those who happen to live in an apartment or detached house, playing your favourite music, or practicing your own can be a dangerous hobby to keep. If...

Global naptime? How the world sleeps

Ever wondered how many more hours sleep a night people in Germany get compared to people in the UK? You should - apparently it's almost half an hour more on average. This infographic by Mattress Next Day looks at the sleeping habits of people around the world to find out their sleeping hours on work and non-work nights as well...

Long Live the Quiff

Elvis tops the poll for most iconic ‘classic’ men’s hairstyle of all time March, 2010 – As his 75th birthday approaches at the turn of the new decade, Elvis would be pleased to know that his legendary quiff still tops the charts when it comes to the most iconic hairstyles of all time according to research conducted by head&shoulders...

Esprit Helps the Children of Haiti

Ratingen, 20 January 2010. Lifestyle brand Esprit would like to express its heartfelt sympathy to the all the people of Haiti, in particular the families and children, who have been affected by the earthquake.To offer immediate financial support, Esprit will host an international fundraising campaign on Saturday 23 January 2010 in Esprit retail stores. For each purchase made, Esprit...

Win a copy of the soundtrack to StreetDance 3D

N-Dubz, Pixie Lott, Cheryl Cole and Tinie Tempah head up the music for Britain’s first 3D dance film StreetDance and we have 5 copies of the soundtrack to giveaway. To be in with a chance to win list a name of one of the dance crews in the film in the comment box below. But before that, here's a...

What do you need to know before starting a career in animal care?

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If you’re a nature lover, you may well have considered a job working with animals. This career path demands passion, a caring disposition and a thirst for new knowledge. Not only will you be required to learn everything there is to know about the animals themselves, but you will also have to consider the particular environments, eating patterns, and temperature...

Organisation is key! How to use credit the right way

Credit comes in a number of forms; it can be a mortgage to buy a house, a loan to buy a car or a credit card to make those everyday purchases. If you’re thinking of applying for a credit card or a loan on the Car Cash Point website it's important to carefully consider all of the factors and weigh...

Keeping Your Feet Happy on Your Travels

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If you are planning a trip, you need to make sure you don’t overlook one exceptionally important thing. Amidst buying the tickets, booking hotels, and researching recreational activities at each destination, most people forget to buy great shoes for their trip. It’s easy to remember to get a great backpack or suitcase, buy a towel that dries quickly, get a...

This is our 20’s: The Beard

I've grown a beard. It was accidental to begin with. Like, I just couldn't be arsed to trim it for a few weeks, then there it was, and here it is. Because I'm working in Shoreditch, it kind of feels right, but if I wasn't, would it be right to feel so wrong? In a way I've taken to it...

Neetu: Miss Flavour 2010

Dancing Queen Neetu Sahota is used to shaking things up on stage with her energetic spark and attitude. She calls the stage her home, and it’s no surprise that after ditching her trainers for heels, her elegance and charisma helped her wow the judges to be crowned Miss Flavour 2010.In her first interview as Miss Flavour, Neetu tells us...

A guide to Tarot Card Readings

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Many world look at tarot card readings as going to a stuffy room to meet a woman wearing long robes, sat in front of a small table, waiting to discuss the impending doom coming your way. Fortunately, there's a little more to it than that; in fact, it's not even about fortune-telling or predicting your future. Check out the Hermetic...

Driving just got personal with Golf GTI & Underworld

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Sponsored Feature:Have you ever been crusing at night, your whip so clean the night lights are dancing on the bonnet, your rimms are shining so bring passers by might just need shades?  You're feeling like you should be in your own music video or movie scene, all that's missing is your own personal sound track.Well no more Volkswagen have collaborated...

New house? An extension? Make Your Life Easier With Your New Project

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Nowadays, people are more likely to remain in a property for a longer period of time than they used to. Maybe it’s because people get used to their neighbourhood and don’t want to switch to a new one. Whatever the reason is which makes people stay in their properties longer, the results include more people choosing to get property extensions.Property...

How to Hack Your Credit Rating in 2016 [Infographic]

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Your credit rating (or credit score) is one of the most fundamental parts of an adult’s personal finance life. But just because it’s important doesn’t mean that most people know how to keep it under control. Nonetheless, your credit rating isn’t the mystery that many people make it out to be. There are numerous ways to improve your credit rating,...

Get Your Garden Summer Ready – The Beginners Guide to Gardening

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Gardening can be challenging, and more than a little overwhelming if you have a lot of land to attend to. However, the basic principles are easy to learn and so easy now that summer is here. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing the results! Whether you’re hoping for a flowerbed to impress the likes of Alan Titchmarsh, to educate the...

Personalised gift ideas for parties

Now that we’re all finally able to meet up again in some circumstances, life can resume with the celebration of good times, occasions and just getting together for the first time in a long while! While continued lockdowns have seen our present-giving habits transform into more online shopping in the absence of brick-and-mortar stores, now there’s added pressure when gift-giving...