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Have you ever pondered why your dog tilts its head to one side when you speak to them? Our four-legged friends possess numerous ingenious methods of communicating their emotions to us. Dogs employ everything from barking to licking and tail wagging, behaviours we generally believe we understand.Yet, it can prove puzzling when dogs angle their heads from side to side, as the meaning behind this action isn't always immediately obvious.One veterinarian named Dr Alex Crow has now revealed three distinct explanations for why your dog might tilt their head while concentrating on something specific."First, it helps them pinpoint the exact location of a sound," he explained. "By tilting their heads, they can better determine where noises are coming from. Especially if its a strange or unfamilia...

Hobbycraft has issued a recall of one of its products, after it was revealed that it poses a potential health risk. The retailer explained that the product, which contains sand, has been flagged as a health risk due to a possible contamination with a small quantity of asbestos. Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure. Customers are being urged to stop using the product immediately. Hobbycraft explained: “The product presents a risk to health as the sand included in the kit may be contaminated with a small quantity of asbestos. “Asbestos is a banned substance because it poses a risk to health even at low levels of exposure. The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.”The product affecte...

Royal Mail has issued a warning to residents in specific UK postcodes that their mail will not arrive on schedule. The postal service strives to deliver letters and parcels six days a week.However, it has shared that disruptions across the network are impacting certain regions. Royal Mail stated: "We aim to deliver to all addresses we have mail for, six days a week. In a small number of local offices, this may temporarily not be possible due to local issues such as high levels of sick absence, resourcing, or other local factors."In those cases, we will rotate deliveries to minimise the delay to individual customers. We also provide targeted support to those offices to address their challenges and restore our service to the high standard our customers would normally receive. We're sorry ...

The DVLA shared an alert on X (stock image) (Image: Getty)The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has issued an alert to drivers throughout Great Britain. The Government agency, which oversees more than 47 million vehicle records, has expressed particular concern over fraudsters and is urging motorists to remain vigilant.On X, formerly Twitter, the DVLA said: "Scammers are targeting drivers with fake texts and emails pretending to be DVLA. Think before you click. Don’t share personal info. Always use http://GOV.UK. Protect yourself with DVLA’s top tips." Almost 20,000 customers contacted the DVLA’s call centre in 2024 to report fraudulent activity.The agency has emphasised that criminals are employing ever more sophisticated tactics to deceive drivers, making it vital to adhere ...

Shoppers must act immediately as gift cards are poised to become worthless within weeks following a major retailer's bankruptcy filing. Eddie Bauer customers need to move quickly or risk forfeiting their money.The retailer is filing for bankruptcy - meaning Eddie Bauer customers have less than one month to redeem their gift cards and loyalty scheme points. Rewards and gift cards obtained through Eddie Bauer's Adventure Points scheme will no longer be honoured after March 12, court documents reveal. Catalyst Brands, which operates Eddie Bauer's outlets, is seeking to sell the business whilst it closes down its Canadian and American branches, reports BirminghamLive.All purchases at those sites are final – meaning refunds will not be permitted on items bought during the closure. Eddie Baue...

Meghan's Merrick dress features a V-neck slip style crafted from satin viscose, delivering the effortless elegance she’s known for. With adjustable black bow-style straps, it can be tweaked to fit your frame and comes in sizes extra small to extra large, with additional colourways including black and cream.Designed by a California-based label in the United States, it captures that relaxed West Coast polish, though UK shoppers should note that international shipping applies.For those hoping to capture the same effortless feel without the designer price tag, we’ve found a similar style by Steve Madden at Revolve, which is currently on sale, so you can save over £80.The Steve Madden dress has a similar deep burgundy tone to Meghan's, as well as delicate straps and a figure-hugging slip des...

One popular food choice may help you live longer, especially in older age (Image: Maskot via Getty Images)Nutritional choices vary widely, with some choosing a plant-based diet, while others are vegetarian, and many adults are meat-eaters. As we age, dietary requirements tend to change - and making sure to include certain vitamins and minerals in everyday nutrition is imperative as we get older.Foods that provide these nutrients are essential for maintaining bone health and muscle mass - and ideally, adults should be ingesting good-quality protein daily along with vitamin D, vitamin B12 and calcium for healthier bone mass. Now, a Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey of over 5,000 Chinese adults (aged 80 or older) produced some interesting results. Research from this study sugge...

Mature women have found an anti-ageing serum from Olay that is turning back the years - and for a limited time, it's on sale. Olay's Regenerist Active Firming Serum is £32 at full price, however, Amazon have reduced it by 50% so shoppers can get it for £16. Beating the price of Boots, Tesco and Sainsburys where it is still £32, the Amazon deal won't be around for long, meaning shoppers have limited time to save £16 off the skincare product. Packed with collagen peptides, niacinamide and vitamin E to help visibly firm and reduce wrinkles, the brand claim it takes just two weeks to see results. Customers can vouch for this, with one person writing: "I have tried many different magic potions in the past, but I found that this one really did live up to the claims made for it. I now feel tha...

She took him to the vet to be checked out, and his microchip was scanned (Stock Image) (Image: LuckyBusiness via Getty Images)When a wary feline began appearing regularly in a woman's garden, she was curious to uncover its backstory.Shea Maritato and her partner relocated to an army base in the autumn of 2023. It was at this point that the "beautiful baby" repeatedly appeared in their garden, resting beneath furniture on their patio.Shea described the cat as "very skittish" as he refused to allow anyone near him. However, she was resolute in gaining his confidence – and continuously assured him that she would "be his mama if he let me".The compassionate animal enthusiast said: "After a couple of weeks, he started to get brave and curious about our cat inside. It didn't take him long to ...

Roll-neck jumpers have long been a cornerstone of Princess Catherine’s cold-weather wardrobe, offering a practical foundation for everything from official engagements to sporting appearances. On Saturday, she stepped out at the rugby in a chic royal blue ensemble, layering a sleek navy roll-neck beneath her bespoke Alexander McQueen coat for the England vs Ireland clash.While we aren't sure exactly where her knit is from, it looks a lot like a cashmere roll-neck she previously wore from Ralph Lauren. The cut, neckline and close fit are all strikingly similar. The royal, 44, first sported a comparable style back in 2023, and while that piece is now from a past season, similar designs from the label typically retail at around £1,000.For those not looking to spend four figures, there’s an ...