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The happiest everyday sights include a rainbow after rain, a baby’s smile – and a clear night sky full of stars. A poll of 2,000 adults found 28% crack a smile when they catch sight of a dog so excited it can’t stop wagging its tail, and 24% love nothing …

   It’s the annual pre-Christmas shopping spree that promises big crowds – and bigger bargains.    And Black Friday is likely to be more popular than ever this year with new research revealing 71% of Brits are anxious about the upcoming budget.    Four in ten (42%) plan to save …

The festive party season is approaching, which means it’s only a matter of time before the invitations start coming in. From work parties all the way to Christmas dinner, there’s plenty of time to decide what you’re wearing, but if you’re looking for a dress that can see you through …

Eight in 10 Brits yearn for the simpler times of their youth– when TV was just four channels, face-to-face interactions were the norm and music was listened to on CD, tape or vinyl. A poll of 2,000 adults found 35% feel nostalgic for paying with cash, while 24% long for …

When I can’t decide what to wear for an evening out or a party, I always fall back on the classic combination of jeans and a nice top. While browsing the latest offers at Roman, a gorgeous black lace number caught my eye. Roman’s great for affordable finds, and this …

A bathroom hack lauded by home design lovers for creating a “cosy” and relaxing ambience in the bathroom has been criticised by experts. Many people are on the hunt for easy, hassle-free decor ideas to spruce up their homes on a budget but not all of them are necessarily as …

From its Advent calendars and beauty boxes to its weekly updated Star Gifts, Boots has been gearing up for  Christmas since October. However, with just over 40 days to go, the retailer has released two new gift sets – and one is so popular that it has already sold out …

Dog owners are being urged to avoid a single mistake in the first weeks of their puppy’s life. According to canine experts at the Animal Pad, puppies go through critical stages of development, and what happens in these early weeks can have a lasting impact. Making the wrong move too …

When we first wrote about the launch of Rituals’ Advent Wreath back in September, it instantly stood out as one of the most elegant beauty calendars of the year. Now, just in time for the festive countdown, it’s been reduced by 25% at LookFantastic, dropping from £103 to £77.25. Inside …

A professional dog trainer has listed the five breeds he thinks people should “avoid” – but it’s not because they’re aggressive or risky. Opening your home to a dog is a huge decision as dogs require constant care, attention, exercise and more from their owners for their entire lives.  Deciding …