Life Style

Over 42 million Britons are now adopting a more eco-friendly lifestyle, which includes giving up their cars, refraining from overseas travel and keeping a close eye on their energy consumption.A survey of 2,000 adults revealed that 78% are making efforts to lower their carbon footprint by using reusable bags , LED bulbs and energy-efficient appliances.Some are also cutting down on their energy usage by avoiding single-use plastic and even shunning fast fashion for sustainable brands.In terms of home improvements, 79% keep track of their energy consumption, with 43% having made upgrades to enhance energy efficiency.This has been achieved either by switching to a green energy supplier to ensure their power comes from renewable sources or by installing renewable energy systems.The study fo...

A doctor on BBC Morning Live has issued a warning on No Smoking Day which falls today, March 12, and is warming never to go "cold turkey". A regular on the show, Doctor Oscar Duke said: "It’s still a huge problem, in fact to such an extent that it's the biggest preventable cause of not only death, but also disease in the UK."Citing a study from the University College London, he says it has shown that for "every cigarette you smoke for a man you reduce your life by 17 minutes and for a woman, by even more, by 22 minutes." Talking about the “significant amount of damage” that people are doing to their body, he says 'smoking is really really hard to give up. Nicotine is one of the most addictive drug that there is'.As a GP, the doctor has been told that 'if you can help them (a patient) to...

Shoppers in need of a new tablet will want to check out Amazon's latest offer on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9. The device usually retails for £169. However, the online giant is offering a 36% discount for a limited time, bringing the cost down to £107.92. This gives customers a saving of £61, but that's not all, as this offer is also cheaper than Samsung's own sale price of £149.The stylish grey tablet has a large 8.7-inch screen offering a bright display for immersive entertainment 'even in bright conditions'. The screen can also be divided into two sections making it perfect for multitasking, such as video chatting while taking notes. The Galaxy Tab A9 offers up to 4GB RAM to ensure 'less lag while multitasking', and has a built-in 64GB storage that's expandable to 1TB to save many hi-re...

Cheltenham Festival has started and attendees have upped their game in the style stakes. While tweed blazers and feathered Fedora hats often dominate the sidetrack, I helped bring the glamour to the busy surroundings of Prestbury Park in a Coast dress. The Jockey Club has no formal dress code in place and Debenhams have partnered with Coast to bring shoppers a range of occasionwear pieces that can be donned at race days and beyond. For my Cheltenham debut, I picked up this Coast Printed Jacquard Lace Trim Gathered Sleeve Dress, which is now 20% off and reduced from £139 to £111.20. The mix of green, white and black floral is perfect for spring and most importantly, it made me feel good.Featuring gathered puff sleeves and a modest V neckline, it creates the look of a longer neck and tors...

The Met Office has predicted heavy snow in many parts of the UK today (March 12), meaning many people will be bracing themselves for cold weather.Although the UK experienced the hottest day of the year so far at the weekend, with temperatures of 20C seen in some areas, temperatures have once again fallen. It is forecasted that snowfall will be seen in areas of high ground today, according to the latest Met Office maps.In light of these frosty conditions, dog owners are being urged to heed advice when taking their pets out into the snow. As questions about dog walking in wintry weather abound on platforms like Reddit, dog training expert Frederica Caneiro from Woofz by nove8 – a premier puppy and dog training application – offers her professional guidance to cautious pet parents.Highligh...

Jo Malone is known for its scented products, with the candles and fragrances being some of the most famous in the range. However, given that it's a high-end brand, products can often be expensive. However, the brand has recently released its Miniature Luxuries Trio—a bag of three products for £42. The set includes a mini candle, body creme, and cologne in three of the brand’s signature scents: Lime Basil and Mandarin, English Pear and Freesia, and Pomegranate Noir. The gift set works out at an affordable £14 per product. With Mother's Day coming up, it’s a great gifting option, and it means your mum can test out three smaller-sized products rather than just one. The products are mini sizes, but they’re ideal for travel or someone who is always on the go. The scent, for example, can be p...

Mastering dog training can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to teaching your furry friend to reliably return when called.It might seem like an uphill struggle to get your pooch to heed your call. It's essential to show patience throughout the process, recognizing that training a dog requires determination and effort. However, one savvy trainer has shared a "simple trick" that could transform your efforts, making it considerably smoother.The trainer, Shannon, who shares her tips on TikTok under the name @pawforwarddogtraining, believes that enhancing your dog's recall could be easier than you think through what she calls "reward check-ins".Shannon elaborates: "One of the best ways to boost your dog's recall is just to reward them when they check in with you". She goes on to d...

Camping chairs are not just for trips away in a tent, as they are incredibly handy for taking on days out or for enjoying some sunshine in the garden. As well as making individual chairs, Regatta has two-person camping chairs perfect for couples, families and friends. Shopping market place Yimbly (which is owned by the Daily Express parent company Reach Plc) has slashed the price of the Regatta Isla Logo Travel 2 Person Camping Chair, now offering the cheapest price on the market.Originally priced at £62.99, shoppers can now snap it up for £33.99 in either black or navy blue. This is cheaper than buying the chair directly from Regatta, where it currently is on sale for £50.75. Two people can relax and unwind on the seat together, with each having an armrest.The foldable camping chair ha...

Many homeowners are regularly sharing their best and most clever cleaning hacks, often using unconventional items to keep kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms sparkling. Among these handy cleaning hacks is one that many people swear by when it comes to keeping bathroom mirrors free from streaks and fog. Bathrooms can often be among the most difficult parts of a house to keep clean, considering the amount of steam and condensation that appears after hot showers.As a result, bathrooms can often be the areas that need to be cleaned most, including the mirrors which often get dirty from backsplash from brushing teeth and washing hands. A difficulty that is often faced by homeowners is being left with streaky bathroom mirrors right after cleaning, something that can be hugely frustrating and tri...

Mother's Day is just over two weeks away (falling on March 30 this year), and flowers are one of the most popular options to gift your mum or the mother figure in your life. While Moonpig is arguably best known for its card delivery, the brand also has a flower deliver service that even allows you to pre-order bouquets to be delivered on a nominated day. And right now, the brand is helping shoppers save a little bit of cash by offering free nominated-day delivery on all Mother's Day flower orders – but you will need to place your order soon. Moonpig usually charges £5.99 for delivery (as well as the cost of the bouquet itself), so the current offer is pretty eye-catching. But right now, there's a way to get free delivery.If you order by March 22 and enter the discount code EARLYMUM, you...