Didn’t get your hands on one of Aldi’s fire pits last week? No matter. You’re sick of looking at your four walls, right? In fact, you’ve damn near never felt so grateful for the garden, balcony, footpath or doorstep that surrounds your home, have you? Yeah, we’re the exact same. Given the restrictions in place on […]

6 years ago

It may not seem like it today, but we are actually edging ever closer to summer. And in the same way many of us tend to do an inventory of our wardrobes at this time of the year, many of us also take it as an opportunity to survey the contents of our make up […]

6 years ago

For many of us, WellFest is an annual highlight. It signals the beginning of summer, goes a long way towards motivating flagging intentions, and is one of the few festivals you leave feeling better than you arrived. And while we could all probably benefit massively from the WellFest ethos, atmosphere and environment right now, the […]

6 years ago

Lily Allen fans will know that the singer has had to battle her fair share of demons over the last 34 years. Indeed, anyone who read her autobiography, My Thoughts Exactly, will know that Lily’s life and career have been punctuated with periods that would test even the most stoic of individuals. From losing a […]

6 years ago

Vogue Williams has done it again. As most of us are doing well to remember to alternate between pyjama sets at the moment, limited edition pieces are not exactly on our radar. And yet here we are wholly coveting Vogue Williams’ entire ensemble in her latest Instagram upload. View this post on Instagram […]

6 years ago

Did you know that tomorrow marks Workplace Wellbeing Day? If the date had fallen off your radar, you’re likely not alone. As many of our workplaces now merge with our living spaces, certain days, holidays and activities no longer feature on our calendar. And while some of us may gripe about the micro-stresses born of […]

6 years ago

At the end of the day, lockdown is lonely. Oh sure, WhatsApp groups, Zoom meetings and old-school phone calls have certainly gone a long way towards assuaging the sense of isolation many of us have felt since lockdown went into operation last month, but it’s just not the same, is it? Yes, we’d be climbing […]

6 years ago

First come the story, then comes the iconic Twitter reactions. Whether the world was primed for a particularly enticing piece of celebrity news this week or lockdown has simply sharpened everyone’s online skills, Twitter truly was a joyful place to be in the wake of reports that Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid were expecting their […]

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At this stage, we’re all acutely aware that there is precious little a global pandemic doesn’t affect. From economics to entertainment, the world is slowly but surely coming to terms with a ‘new normal’, while consistently bracing itself for the next onslaught of news. Thankfully, the latest change will have no direct impact on our […]

6 years ago

First we had Tom Hardy returning to CBeebies Bedtime Stories, and now we have Prince Harry regaling us with the latest tale from Thomas and Friends. That’s right; the 35-year-old royal has followed in his wife’s footsteps and taken a step into the world of entertainment. Well, a step of sorts – it’s less Suits, […]

6 years ago

There’s nothing quite like celebrity pregnancy news to perk Twitter up of a Tuesday night in lockdown. And if that announcement happens to pertain to a former One Direction member and a Victoria’s Secret model, you can expect a landslide reaction. So, in case you missed it, last night word broke that Zayn Malik and […]

6 years ago

If the week is dragging its feet, the lockdown is getting you down and you’re in dire need of a pick-me-up, we have you sorted. And it comes in the form of tiny baby penguins. Yep, you’re welcome. Edinburgh Zoo welcomed some new family members this week, and honestly, we didn’t know how desperately we […]

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It’s been a while since you surveyed the contents of your wardrobe and really deliberated over an outfit, isn’t it? If you can barely remember the last time you considered the cut, colour or shape of a garment you’ve plucked from your shelf, you’re definitely not alone. Indeed, the vast majority of us have simply […]

6 years ago

The sacrifices frontline workers have been making on a daily basis in the fight against the coronavirus hasn’t been far from anyone’s mind in recent months. The stark reality of their situation has been consistently documented across mainstream and social media, and there are very few of us who don’t have a friend or family […]

6 years ago

These are tough times we live in, and most of us are more than willing to lend a hand right now. It might be by adhering to social distancing guidelines, shopping for a vulnerable neighbour, raising money for a good cause, or if you’re Ansel Elgort, uploading nudes to Instagram. Listen, hear us out. […]

6 years ago

Anyone else been channelling their inner Marie Kondo in recent weeks? Here’s the thing; the longer we’re confined to our homes during lockdown, the more likely it is we’ll spot nooks and crannies that desperately need our attention. Look, you may have spent the best part of a year ignoring the omnishambles that is your […]

6 years ago

Feel like you’re edging ever closer to exhausting your options on Netflix as lockdown rolls on? It’s hard to believe there was once a time when we doubted we’d ever make our way through our ‘to-binge’ list, especially considering the fact that the vast majority of us have now started climbing the walls as we […]

6 years ago

For many of us, sustainability plays a significant role in our sartorial decisions. Whether it’s eschewing fast fashion, seeking out swap-shop events or simply searching for more sustainable options online, it’s fair to say that the vast majority of us have increased our efforts on this front in recent years. And given the efforts we […]

6 years ago

At times like these, even the smallest updates from the world of TV and film can go a long way towards sustaining the masses. And if those updates just so happen to come in the form of a highly-anticipated movie prequel or sequel, all the better. With that in mind, let’s pause for a moment […]

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Congratulations are in order for Jodie Turner-Smith and Joshua Jackson! The couple, who tied the knot in secret after first meeting in 2018, have welcomed a baby girl into their family. Issuing a brief statement to People this week, representatives for the couple confirmed the new arrival, stating: “Both mother and baby are happy and […]

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There’s no denying that the internet has produced countless memorable moments over the course of this lockdown – moments few of us will forget in a hurry…. no matter how hard we might try. From Gal Gadot’s ill-advised rendition of Imagine to Vanessa Hudgens’ shortsighted assessment of a global pandemic, social media has been a […]

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The one where you drink coffee in Central Perk. Like countless other television productions affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, shooting for the highly-anticipated Friends reunion has been delayed. However, the stars of the iconic TV series have decided to use this unexpected interlude to include their fans in the upcoming show. And the best part? […]

6 years ago

Give us ALL the pattern! It might not feel like it right now, but there will come a time when you’ll emerge from your home, step blinking into the light and – here’s the kicker – stay outside for as long as your heart desires. That’s right; you will no longer execute strategically-planned excursions into […]

6 years ago

Listen, not all of us are fortunate enough to actually claim Kevin Twomey and PJ Kirby as real-life friends. In lockdown, however, many of us are doing an exceptional job at pretending. In fact, if I’m honest, I’ve been pretending ever since they launched their podcast, I’m Grand Mam, back in 2019. And if I didn’t […]

6 years ago

At a time when we’ve never been so invested in and dedicated to home entertainment, it comes as especially good news when our favourite shows make their return to the small screen during lockdown. And this week’s saviour comes in the form of Killing Eve. Yes, it’s officially back and we’ve never been so grateful. […]

6 years ago

Earlier this week it was announced that The Oasis and Warehouse Group were on the brink of collapse as yet more high street retailers fall victim to the economic implications of the Covid-19 pandemic. It has since been confirmed that both retailers have entered into administration, with more than 200 staff members losing their jobs […]

6 years ago

If you’re currently social distancing with small folk, you’ll know that any and all distractions are greatly welcomed at this time. And if you just so happen to get a kick out of that distraction too, then all the better. With that in mind, may we ask Tom Hardy and his particularly distinctive voice to […]

6 years ago

If you are one of countless who learned that a music event you were due to attend has been postponed or cancelled as countries unite to tackle the spread of Covid-19, you’re likely in the mood for a pick-me-up on that front. Earlier this month, Lady Gaga announced that she was in the midst of […]

6 years ago

Remember Fyre Festival? Of course you do; you haven’t been able to look at a bottle of Evian in the same way ever since. None of us have. From the initial Instagram hype and the shambles of the (non) event to the subsequent documentaries and the ultimate imprisonment of its founder Billy McFarland, the Fyre […]

6 years ago

As broadcast careers go, Fearne Cotton has enjoyed a particularly illustrious one. Whether you know her from her days as a teen presenter on The Disney Club and Diggit, fondly remember her eight years with Radio 1 in the UK, enjoyed her regular slot on Celebrity Juice or revere her in her current incarnation as […]

6 years ago

At a time when the entire world is on high alert for symptoms of ill health, Will Smith’s friend and colleague, DJ Jazzy Jeff, explained what it was like to become ill in the midst of a global pandemic. Speaking on Will’s Snapchat series, Will From Home, Jazzy Jeff told the Concussion star in an […]

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Remember when Emma Watson hit the headlines last year for using the term ‘self-partnered’ as opposed to ‘single’? In a move which, let’s be honest, rivalled Gwyneth Paltrow’s use of the term ‘conscious uncoupling’ back in 2014, Emma adopted the ‘self-partnered’ tag while tapping into the less than subtle narrative which surrounds single women of a […]

6 years ago

16 weeks ago, Gavin & Stacey fans were reunited with their favourite characters almost ten years after they bid them a tearful goodbye on a beach in Barry. On Christmas night last year, millions of people tuned in to find out how the motley crew from Barry and Billericay had fared over the last decade, […]

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Oasis and Warehouse are reportedly facing collapse as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to threaten the high street. According to a Sky News report, the latest news comes just three weeks after The Oasis and Warehouse Group, which employs 2,300 people across the UK and Ireland, began discussions with a prospective buyer. However, the widespread uncertainty […]

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