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M&S has confirmed it will open seven new sites, including full-line stores and food halls, across the UK in 2026. The British retailer opened a brand-new store on Putney High Street in London and another in Bath in February.The new fresh market-style foodhalls feature a show-stopping in-store bakery and fresh market specials. The most recent opening in London created over 40 new jobs, and is one of the new stores M&S is opening this financial year in the capital, part of a £90million investment alongside the renewal of 11 additional stores across London.Ensure our latest lifestyle and travel headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source. Click here to activate or add us as Preferred Source in your Google search settingsGianina Socotinsc...

Meanwhile, Leicester ranks as the ninth most dangerous city in Britain, with Newcastle upon Tyne ranking in eighth and Middlesbrough in seventh place. Positioned even higher on the list, securing sixth place as the most dangerous location, is Blackpool.The historic city of Bristol has recorded a crime rate just below that of the London borough of Westminster.Nottingham is among the top three most dangerous locations in Britain. The city's (NG1 to NG34 postcodes) annual crime rate sits at approximately 118 per 1,000 residents, placing it among the top three most dangerous areas, reports the Express.Despite certain areas' appeal within London, Islington has been identified as the "second least safe place in Great Britain".This particularly applies to the postcodes N1, N4 to N8, N16 and N1...

Like most other things these days, the cost of the weekly shop is a lot higher than it once was. However, it's still really important to make sure you're buying a good selection of healthy, nourishing foods.Luckily, most supermarkets make this slighly easier by stocking budget version of many household staples. From things like bread and yoghurt to other essentials like laundry detergent and soap, you can save a lot of cash when switching from premium to budget range. But according to new information from the consumer experts at Which?, this may not always be the case.Shops like Asda, Aldi, Tesco and Sainsbury's all have own-label groceries, and most of them have three different levels of quality. There's the standard, then a budget version and usually a more premium one too.According t...

Shoppers have been alerted to several food recall notices this week affecting well-known snacks, desserts and curries. The Food Standards Agency has published notices concerning multiple products from leading UK supermarkets.Tesco, Morrisons and Aldi have also issued their own alerts, strongly advising customers not to consume the affected goods. This week, items have been withdrawn due to undeclared allergens, alongside the discovery of plastic. Shoppers have been informed about the process for obtaining refunds from the retailers if they possess a recalled product. Read more: Shampoo and conditioner recalled over 'serious' chemical risk — check now Read more: More popular toys recalled over asbestos risk at B&M, Home Bargains and others Here, we have compiled the food recall no...

I tested an anti-redness SPF as I struggle with rosacea flare-ups (Image: Rebecca Koncienzcy) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more I have always had rosy cheeks, and some days it can look like a natural glow, but other days it makes me look tired, flustered and run down. So I am always in the market for a product that promises to reduce the appearance of redness and texture on my face.I have already reviewed a couple of products, so when Altruist reached out, I was happy to give their anti-redness SPF a go. While I have never been officially diagnosed or treated for rosacea, given the texture, pigmentation and flare-ups, it is very likely this is the condition I have. And I know it can be worse if I have slept p...

She couldn't believe what happened next (Stock Image) (Image: ADAMLPhotography via Getty Images)When a woman took in the 'oldest dog in the shelter,' she never imagined what lay ahead. Olivia Hodgson wanted to offer a fresh start to a loveable Labrador called Oscar when she decided to adopt him from Thornberry Animal Sanctuary.The fortunate canine had only spent a fortnight there before Olivia, from Sheffield, spotted him and instantly knew he was meant for her.Oscar was 11 years and eight months old when Olivia selected him, confessing she initially thought she'd "have a few months with him" as a Labrador's lifespan typically ranges from 10 to 14 years.Nevertheless, she was utterly delighted that Oscar remained in excellent health over two years on, and that he was approaching 13 years...

One mobile app has really helped me to improve my language skills (Image: Chanelle Georgina) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more To be completely honest, I got graded a "D" in French – the equivalent of a level three in today's UK school system. My great-aunt has a holiday home in the south of France, but every time I visit, we end up speaking English to one another (and I let her handle the spoken exchanges outside the home).When Duolingo launched in 2012 as a language-learning app, I was quick to sign up – and I still use it to this day. In fact, last year (by accident) I signed up for an annual subscription to Super Duolingo, which cost around £55. Soon, on March 23, my subscription runs out, and it'll cost ...

Next has teamed up with the National Trust to bring shoppers a brand new clothing collection - and fashion fans are already calling items in the range 'a great addition to my spring wardrobe'. Inspired by a rich archive of historic design, the collaboration 'reimagines British heritage for today's wardrobe'.Shoppers can browse everything from warm padded jackets, flowing dresses and elegant blouses - all crafted from in-house-designed prints inspired by historic tapestries. Romantic and charming, the Next x National Trust collection starts from £34 and has been hailed 'great value', by one customer.Just in time for a wardrobe refresh ahead of the new season, the pieces in the range would be perfect to wear to work, or on days off, perhaps strolling around a National Trust site as the we...

We picked our favourite spring raincoats on the high street (Image: Marks and Spencer / Regatta) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Now it's March, spring is officially around the corner, but as we know, British weather can be quite unpredictable, no matter the season. Rain is never off the cards, and while you might be itching to pack away your heavy winter coats, you might still need some protection for those spring showers.If your usual raincoat is more heavy-duty, it might be worth investing in a lighter style for spring, which could come in handy for everything from nature walks and holidays to summer festivals.Raincoats are not always the most fashionable, often prioritising function over style, but with...

March has finally arrived, which means spring is just around the corner. It’s the time of year when households across the UK begin their annual spring clean, getting their homes back into top shape. One particularly frustrating task, however, always seems to leave rooms looking worse before they look better: dusting.Fortunately, a household expert has shared a "life-changing" hack that can keep dust at bay for weeks. The expert at Apartment Therapy credited their grandmother for the tip, explaining: "You don’t need a whole caddy of cleaning supplies to get your home in tip-top shape. You can cut your cleaning time in half by using a dusting spray instead of an ordinary surface cleaner."They continued: "The coating that the spray leaves on surfaces helps prevent dust from adhering and se...