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Win 1 0f 5 SpongeBob Movie merch bundles

To celebrate the release ofTheSpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, in UK cinemas now, (Cert: PG) we have teamed up with Paramount Pictures UK to offer an exciting SpongeBob Movie merch bundle full of treasure. Included in each bundle is atattoo sheet, pirate hat, ocean night light projector, kids glow in the dark pjs and a beach towel! SpongeBob and his…
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Health

Little ways to battle the winter blues (without moving to the Maldives)

January arrives every year with the same energy: grey skies, cold toes, and a suspicious lack of motivation. Monday 19 January 19, 2026 is the so-called Blue Monday, the unhappiest day of the year. If winter has you feeling a bit meh, flat, or emotionally wrapped in a blanket of “can’t be bothered”, you’re not alone. The winter blues are very real – and no, drinking more coffee…
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Travel

Travel: Villa Romana in Russi (Italy), a private walk through Roman life

Tucked away in the quiet town of Russi, in the province of Ravenna, the Villa Romana is one of those places that gently surprises you. There is no grand entrance or dramatic fanfare, yet once inside, you realise you are standing in one of the best-preserved examples of a Roman villa urbano-rustica in northern Italy. I was lucky enough to visit on a private tour, guided by Riccardo Morfino…
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Travel

How to prepare for an adventure in Mongolia

Mongolia beckons adventurers with its vast steppes, ancient nomadic culture, and untamed wilderness. This land of endless horizons offers experiences unlike anywhere else on Earth, from sleeping in traditional gers to galloping alongside wild horses. However, a successful Mongolian adventure requires careful preparation and understanding of what makes this destination so unique. Whether…
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What's On

Show review: Giselle at the London Coliseum 

Akram Khan’s reimagining of Giselle, performed by the English National Ballet at the London Coliseum from 15–18 January 2026 (sold out), is not simply a ballet revival – it is an emotional reckoning. Intense, visceral and visually arresting, this production grips you from the first moment and refuses to loosen its hold. From the rise of the curtain, the physicality of the dancers…
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What's On

Gig review: Van Morrison’s music, reimagined at Emerald Theatre

Some nights are pleasant. Others make you grin all the way home. This one? Properly electric. I went to Emerald London with my friend Francesca for the launch of a new weekly residency celebrating the music of Van Morrison, fully expecting a smooth, soulful evening. What we didn’t expect was to walk out agreeing – slightly shocked – that we’d enjoyed this even more than seeing…
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Health

3 Early symptoms of liver cirrhosis

Liver cirrhosis develops over time, and early signs often stay quiet. As a result, many people miss the chance to act before serious damage occurs. Early symptoms of liver cirrhosis often appear subtle, yet they signal liver stress that needs attention. This article guides the topic toward how the body may show trouble through daily energy, skin changes, and fluid buildup. Therefore, a clear…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

A new way to celebrate your body: The female entrepreneur turning precious moments into 3D Art

Every pregnancy is a story in itself – personal, beautiful, fleeting. And for London-based female entrepreneur Laura Cope, capturing these once-in-a-lifetime moments isn’t just a business idea; it’s a deeply sentimental mission. Through her brand, Form 3D Studio, Laura creates bespoke 3D sculptures that celebrate the human body in all its uniqueness, specialising in pregnancy…
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Mums Tips

Common causes of water damage in UK and how to fix them

Water damage is one of the most common and costly issues affecting UK buildings. It doesn’t always start with a major flood. In many cases, it begins quietly, hidden behind walls, ceilings, or floors, often long before problems become obvious. If the causes aren’t addressed early, damage often spreads and repairs become more disruptive and expensive. Read further to understand where water…
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Mums Tips

Things we really need to stop normalising

There are certain habits that have quietly slipped into everyday life and, somewhere along the way, became “normal”. They’re rarely questioned, often joked about, and frequently justified as unavoidable. Yet many of them place unnecessary strain on family finances, health and wellbeing – especially in households already juggling rising living costs, work pressures and caregiving…
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