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Online retail giant Amazon has announced the dates for its annual Spring Deal Days sale. The event launches on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 00:01 and will conclude on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 23:59.According to the brand, the promotion will feature "epic savings" of up to 40% across everyday essentials. This encompasses home and kitchen, sports and outdoors, beauty, toys, fashion, electronics and more.As with previous events, Amazon customers can expect new deals to drop twice daily, initially at 9am and then at 5pm. These lightning deals feature price reductions on products spanning beauty, tech, home and fashion.Customers can look forward to discounts on several well-known brands, including Bose, Dyson, Elemis, ghd, LEGO, Ninja, Oral-B, Shark and numerous others. And with offers on "...

With the warmer weather and bright sunshine, Spring is well and truly on the way, and with it comes the perfect excuse to refresh your jewellery box. If you’ve admired Princess Catherine’s elegant Missoma earrings, now is a great time to think about shopping, as two pairs have been discounted.The London-based label has launched a sitewide 20% off flash sale. Catherine, 44, has stepped out in both the pink gemstone drops and the gold fan design on multiple occasions, pairing them with everything from sharp tailoring to softer blouses, and they look just as chic with floaty dresses.The timing couldn’t be better. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, jewellery remains one of the most thoughtful gifts: personal, lasting and wearable year after year.Missoma has built its reputation on responsi...

Taps and sink can be cleaned with a surprising food item (Image: GETTY)A home organisation expert says using a surprising food item can leave your stainless steel taps and sinks sparkling. Over time, limescale and soap scum can build up on your taps – but the simple solution could be in your fridge.Often part of a salad of choice, cucumbers are known for their crunch and health benefits due to being high in water. But beyond health, they offer more use, according to Janine McDonald, as reported by Yours Magazine.She said: "The peel of a cucumber is a natural way to clean stainless steel taps and sinks. Wipe the peel over stainless steel taps; it removes fingerprints and water marks as the natural oils break down the elements of grime."Using cucumber peel, she added, is a natural, chemic...

Flowers are a popular gift for Mother's Day (Image: Getty Images) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Mother's Day lands on March 15 this year, and flowers are arguably the ultimate easy win when it comes to surprising the mum in your life — whether that’s your mum, stepmum, best friend, grandma, auntie or anyone else who deserves a little extra love. With a couple of weeks still to go, now’s the perfect time to start thinking about placing that order, rather than panic-scrolling a few days before when everything’s suddenly sold out.But don’t stress. There are so many online florists to choose from these days, which is a lifesaver if you’re short on time or can’t make it to a local shop. Of course, you could ni...

The Paw Patrol Sand Art Pictures Kit from Addo Play Limited has been removed from sale and is being recalled from purchasers. The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) cautioned: "The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the set may be contaminated with a quantity of asbestos." Addo Play Limited has recalled the items, which were stocked at The Entertainer, Tesco and M&S.It is described as a sand art kit containing multiple colours of play sand and plastic bottles.The product was available through The Entertainer, Tesco, Hobbycraft, M&S and British Garden Centres stores and websites between September 2024 and February 2026.The OPSS stated: "The product presents a risk to health as the sand may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos. Asbe...

Beauty hampers are a firm favourite for Mother's Day gifts (Image: Drazen Zigic via Getty Images) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more With Mother's Day fast approaching, selecting an ideal gift can prove challenging. A beauty hamper can be an excellent opportunity to treat a cherished mum to some indulgence and we've discovered a deal on a £101 set now reduced to just £30.The 'stunning' collection, which boasts a £70.90 discount, is currently showing as limited stock on the Give Me Cosmetics website. It contains a combination of luxurious haircare, moisturising skincare, and fragrance products.The beauty box includes an Argan Oil and Coconut Oil Shampoo and Conditioner, a Deep Conditioning Hair Mask, a Flexy Pa...

Families can enjoy savings on various household and food products as the supermarket reduces prices for Reward members. Asda is providing a £2 discount on children’s fancy dress costumes with a new coupon that will be valid until March 5. This discount will assist parents in dressing their kids for World Book Day.An Asda spokesman said: “We’re focused on giving families more ways to save on the things that matter most. Whether it’s helping parents get ready for World Book Day or supporting customers with money off their big shop, these latest coupons are just another way we’re delivering real value for hard-working families.”Asda is offering customers a £2 discount coupon off a £12 spend on cleaning and household items, including paper products, laundry supplies, and kitchen essentials....

A Brit has noticed one big difference between Spain and the UK (stock image) (Image: Getty) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Spain has long been one of the top destinations for Brits looking to get away on a sunny holiday. Not only is it only a short flight away, it also boast sunshine all year around.According to the Office of National Statistics, Brits made over 17.8 million visits to the mediterranean country in 2024, with numbers expected to have risen to 19.1 million in 2025.This included visits to the Canary Islands and Costa Blanca, where Benidorm is located. Other popular destinations are also the Costas, Balearic Islands, as well as the Northern areas also becoming increasingly popular.While it may ...

I also love the Nectar loyalty scheme the supermarket offers, and I’ve made huge savings over the last few years. Recently, I’ve made even more savings by using their personalised shopper discounts.If you shop regularly at Sainsbury's, there’s one feature you shouldn’t ignore: Your Netar Prices.These aren’t just standard Nectar cardholder discounts; they’re personalised prices created specifically for you. Once I started using them properly, I realised how much money I’d been saving.Each week, the Nectar App gives you a selection of products at exclusive lower prices, often items you purchase regularly or similar to your usual shop.Instead of generic offers for everyone, these are tailored to your shopping habits.However, there’s a catch, and you must activate them in the Nectar App bef...

Taking the dog to the vets can be a fraught experience for owners (stock image) (Image: Getty)When our cherished pets are unwell, figuring out what's wrong can be difficult. They can't explain how they are feeling, so it falls to us to figure out whether it's merely a minor ailment or something requiring urgent attention.Now one vet has outlined how swift action can genuinely mean the difference between life and death when it comes to one particular condition affecting dogs, especially larger breeds. Amir Anwary boasts more than 951,000 followers on TikTok, where he routinely provides guidance and recommendations for keeping your treasured pets in optimal health. He recently issued an urgent warning for dog owners. READ MORE: Karma kicks in 12 years later after beloved family Pomerania...