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Our interest in the lives of celebrities is rooted in our innate human tendencies, Forster says. We are wired to process relationships, whether real or one-sided and mediated through our screens, as genuine social bonds. “Media hasn’t been around long enough for us to have a specialized brain area devoted to parasocial relationships,” says Forster, … Read more
Something happened to me on New Year’s Eve that I’ve been waiting for for half a century: a product recall, for a thing that I actually had in my fridge. Eight onion bhajis from Waitrose had the wrong use-by date. The only reason I bought them in the first place is that I don’t care … Read more
Bunnings shoppers have discovered they can trade in their dead plants for a replacement or a refund within 12 months of purchasing. The retailer’s “Perfect Plant Promise” has been around for years — but many say they wish they knew sooner about the “life changing” policy. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Bunnings’ dead plant returns policy. … Read more
Aquarius season begins on Saturday, January 20. There are some days that the stars say are more advantageous than others for wealth, though the cosmic advice still has to operate within the limits of our Earthly economy. But for the sake of feeling hopeful, know that Aquarius season points to making business deals. When the … Read more
The diamond experts said: “The total weight of the 14 solitaire diamonds in Kate’s ring is probably around six carats. Today, in a high-quality grade, they could set you back up to £3,000 per diamond, so up to about £42,000 for the 14 diamonds. The ring could therefore be worth about £300,000-£350,000 without the diamonds.” … Read more
Every year, many of us make a list of our New Year’s resolutions–or promises we make to ourselves–for the ensuing year. Whether it’s practicing meditation and mindfulness every day or trying a new skill, the aim is to make life better. But how to make your skin better? Here, consultant dermatologist Dr. Thivi Maruthappu, shares … Read more
I have a love-hate relationship with the New Year’s wellness frenzy. On the one hand, I love any excuse to lean deeper into the habits and routines that help me feel my best. But on the other, in our all-or-nothing culture, following weeks of parties, drinks, and our favorite indulgent foods, I’m overwhelmed by the … Read more
If you have heard Martin Lewis’s phrase “heat the human, not the home”, but don’t know where to start, I’m here to tell you that we live in an age of wonders. Heated textiles are portable, and come in a range of colours, textures and sizes, they are energy efficient and some are even battery … Read more
Christmas is done, we’ve all eaten our body weight in cheese and mince pies and now it’s time to focus on getting healthy again. But it can be hard to find the motivation to get cooking and lots of diets are expensive. That’s where Dineamic comes in with its affordable range of pre-made meals, perfect … Read more
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