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Woman in a beige shirt using a dropper to extract liquid from a brown bottle on a wooden table with herbs and an open book.

Halloween herbs: belladonna, mandrake and mugwort

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

With Halloween drawing near, old tales about witches and their brews tend to return - and they often involve unsettling...

Young woman washing hair with shampoo in bathroom, eyes closed, standing in front of mirror.

What your hair reveals before you say a word

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

You can see it in bathroom mirrors, in unfortunate selfies, and in brushes packed with broken strands. Greasy roots after...

Smiling man with suitcase and backpack showing digital boarding pass in bright airport terminal near check-in desk.

Immigration update: Canada expands visa-free access to Caribbean nations

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

“Canada’s just made it easier for us,” someone yelled by a rum shop, brandishing their phone like they’d hit the...

Older woman with glasses smiling while getting makeup applied in a bright salon setting.

Grey hair after 50: the “micro contour crop” is the shortcut that refreshes salt-and-pepper hair

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

A quietly emerging short-hair trend is reshaping the way women over 50 are wearing grey hair-and it does so without...

Person holding freshly laundered, steaming clothes by a washing machine in a bright laundry room.

The temperature mistake many people make when washing bed sheets

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

Fresh, warm, properly clean - or so she assumed. A fortnight later she was absent‑mindedly clawing at tiny red bumps...

Man in beige t-shirt brushing his teeth with two toothbrushes in a bright bathroom.

Why you should never rinse your mouth with water immediately after brushing, as it washes away the protective fluoride layer

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

You barely notice yourself doing it: hands cupped, tap running, a quick splash, then a determined rinse until every last...

Person holding a toothbrush with toothpaste near a bathroom sink, mirror, and mouthwash bottle.

The forgotten toothbrush rule that prevents gum irritation more effectively than expensive mouthwash

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

The chemist was almost deserted when she walked in, one palm pressed to her jaw. A delayed train. A draining...

Balcony with wooden floor, potted plants, flowers, a deck chair with a book, a small table, and a watering can.

No more flowerpots: This is what the real balcony trend for 2026 looks like.

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

If you used to “do up” your balcony, you probably lined a few flowerpots along the railing and squeezed in...

A young man sits on a bed looking at a smart scale on the floor in a bright, sunlit bedroom.

The connection between your sleep and your weight (and how to optimize both)

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

You know that grim, stomach-dropping moment when you glimpse yourself in a shop window and think, “Hold on - when...

Middle-aged man writing on papers at a wooden table with glasses, calculator, and a photo nearby.

Divorcing after 60 is rarely brave it is often a midlife crisis you did not resolve in time

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

At 9.30 on a Tuesday morning, the solicitor’s waiting room carries a faint mix of coffee and printer toner. Opposite...

Man in a meeting, gesturing while speaking, with two colleagues working in the background at a table with notebooks.

The small conversational mistake that quietly drains your credibility over time

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

“You teach people how to treat you by how you treat yourself in front of them.” The room held its...

Two white passenger planes flying in formation over the sea with a clear horizon and clouds in the background.

Airbus achieves world-first feat: bringing two jets to the exact same point without a collision

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

High over the North Atlantic this autumn, two wide-body airliners edged towards the same unseen point in the sky, relying...

A production electric car travels 1,350 km: the brand behind this range feat has been revealed

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

A fresh idea aims to take the tension out of EV range worries. Rather than bolting on ever-larger battery packs,...

Hands using a hammer to bend metal spoons on a wooden table with several spoons and plants nearby.

Creative Upcycling with Old Spoons from Flea Markets and Charity Shops

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

Anyone who walks past the box of old cutlery on their next trip to a flea market or second-hand shop...

Woman walking on a park path with a pram and child on a tricycle in the background on a sunny day.

M&S leather sandals reviewed: a comfy summer shoe trend for adventurous mums.

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

Mums know the drill: shoes need to go on fast in the morning, stay comfortable all day, and still look...

Man kneeling by a wood-burning stove with firewood and a sign reading "Ready to Burn" inside a cosy room

How many cubic meters of wood should you plan for a worry-free winter with your wood stove or insert?

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

The light outside was already slipping into that flat, wintry grey that makes rooms feel smaller and minds feel busier....

Person wearing white shoes and jeans crossing a sunlit street with a beige bag and coat

White Derby shoes are the standout flat footwear for spring.

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

The season shifts - and so does your wardrobe. Light, bright footwear moves to the front and changes the feel...

Man placing a container of vegetables into an open fridge filled with fresh produce and packaged meat.

Freezing Food at the Last Minute: What a Virologist Says About Use-By Dates

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

Who has not been there? You have done a big shop, the fridge is packed, everyday life is hectic, and...

Close-up of hands holding a pink flower in a vibrant garden bed with various blooming plants.

Stunning peonies: These companion plants will make your flowerbed stand out.

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

Many gardeners tuck peonies into any spare gap in a border and then wonder why the result never has the...

Cyclist rides on a quiet street at dusk with glowing red streetlights and dark trees overhead.

Red public lighting is coming to town and will help save lives among those often overlooked at night.

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

In Denmark, one municipality has opted to swap the white glow of its street lamps for red lighting. The aim...

Lidl Easter bunnies reviewed: This chocolate brand is free from additives.

Harriet L. Whitcombe • May 06, 2026

A brand at Lidl is currently causing a lot of chatter. A TikTok video is doing the rounds in which...