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Cardi B ‘took over entire red carpet’ at Met Gala due to show-stopping gown | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV
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Cardi B ‘took over entire red carpet’ at Met Gala due to show-stopping gown | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV

Fans were stunned by the WAP singer's show-stopping gown, taking to social media to express their awe."Cardi B just took over the ENTIRE carpet to shoot her look all on herself #metgala," one fan noted."Cardi B closes out the #MetGala red carpet in style," another said.A third penned: "one thing about cardi b is she’s always gonna serve DRAMAAAA on the #MetGala carpet""Cardi B’s #MetGala looks are always to die for, everyone else take notes!" another added."say what you want about cardi b but in terms of looks, the girl will NEVER miss #metgala" another said.Last year, the I Like It singer stunned in a black-and-white collared ball gown made by Chenpeng Studio with Karl Lagerfeld's signature black tie in homage to the late designer.In 2022, she wore a skin-tight Versace dress for the "g...
Home cooks hail Ninja gadget that makes ‘perfect’ soups and smoothies
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Home cooks hail Ninja gadget that makes ‘perfect’ soups and smoothies

Kitchen gadget brand Ninja are best known for their air fryers, with the Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer proving a popular buy among home cooks. Now, shoppers are whipping up delicous and healthy meals in under half an hour with the help of the Ninja Foodi Blender & Soup Maker.Hailed a "tremendous addition to any kitchen" by one user, the Ninja appliance makes fresh soups in 30 minutes or less, with "minimal mess and easy cleaning". Able to blend and cook at the same time, simply pop the fresh ingredients into the jug and it will use the built-in heating element to cook and the clever blending feature to finish to your desired texture. The Ninja Foodi Blender & Soup Maker isn't just for making soups, it can blend cold ingredients to enjoy ice-cool smoothies, frozen drinks, milks...
Typical adult gets just 46 minutes of ‘me-time’ a day, study finds
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Typical adult gets just 46 minutes of ‘me-time’ a day, study finds

The typical Brit only gets 46 minutes of free time a day, research has found. A poll of 2,000 adults found “me-time” is a rarity for most – with work (56 percent), chores (57 percent), and life admin (30 percent), among the biggest barriers.Half of those polled claimed the only time they get to themselves is when they go to bed, while three in 10 consider trips to the bathroom to be their free time.However, 36 percent admit they have no idea what to do with themselves, when they do find themselves with some down time.The research was carried out on behalf of 888 Casino, which has also commissioned a “me-time calculator”, where users can discover how much – or little – free time they get.A spokesman said: “Me-time certainly seems to be scarce at the moment, thanks to many factors in our ...
Get rid of ants with cheap mixture of household items – ‘they try to avoid it’
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Get rid of ants with cheap mixture of household items – ‘they try to avoid it’

Some people exlplained the science behind the hack. One wrote: “That's actually great science! both salt and mint extract from the toothpaste dry out the carapace of the ants so they try to avoid It at any cost.”And someone had their own tip to get rid of ants. They wrote: “Using a mixture of Borax, Sugar, Water soaked with a cotton ball placed in the ant trail kills the nest in 2 days.”An additional TikTok user suggested: “Salt and water with peppermint essential oil. The [peppermint] in the toothpaste is what the ants hate. just use the oil. Stronger and works better.”
Cheaping out on this tops list of interior design choices homeowners regret
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Cheaping out on this tops list of interior design choices homeowners regret

British homeowners have shared some of the top interior design choices they regret, with buying cheap furniture that later broke being the biggest mistake. Other design blunders include using too many clashing colours or choosing a colour scheme that was too neutral, like all-white or all-beige.Painting the ceiling, covering an entire room in bold wallpaper, and cramming the living room with oversized furniture were other decisions homeowners weren't happy with. As a result, one in six (16%) choose the "safe" option when decorating their homes to avoid future regrets.The same number lack confidence in making bolder choices, and 12% want to steer clear of any design disasters that might require more work to fix.READ MORE: Interior trends to avoid in 2024 or risk your home looking ‘old-fa...
Optical illusion shows if you are ‘very friendly’ or more ‘indifferent’ and stoic
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Optical illusion shows if you are ‘very friendly’ or more ‘indifferent’ and stoic

A strange personality test claims to reveal what kind of person you are amongst your friends - and if you are known more for your kindness or loyalty.Mia Yilin is a popular optical illusion creator online who has shared a nature-themed brainteaser, and has asked her viewers to take a look at the picture for at least three seconds to decide what you see.This brainteaser should show you either a picture of rocky mountains covered in snow or look more like a dog lying down for a nap.Depending on what image you see, Mia explained that the illusion will show if you’re kind but a people pleaser, or if you are trustworthy but a little insecure.She said: “The first thing you see might say a lot about your personality!READ MORE: Optical illusion is ‘spot on’ at telling if you’re kind-hearted or ...
Mums adore ‘guilty pleasure’ baby names but feel they’re not ‘cool enough’ to use
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Mums adore ‘guilty pleasure’ baby names but feel they’re not ‘cool enough’ to use

A baby name expert has revealed that parents often feel they aren't "cool enough" to use her list of unusual "guilty pleasure" names. SJ Strum, 43, is a pro at naming babies and often shares new baby name trends for inspiration.She recently asked mums on Instagram what their "guilty pleasure" names were — these are bold names that parents love but don't feel brave enough to give their child.More than 7,000 mums answered the poll, revealing some unexpected favourites like Honey and Calliope for girls, and Wilder and Atlas for boys.SJ, a mum-of-three from Richmond, Surrey, said: "People want a name that's not popular, but everyone likes it. People think 'Am I cool enough to call my child a daring name?' But on the playground, children are used to kids having more unique names. Just becaus...
Ivanka Trump looks ‘gorgeous’ in a pretty pink dress to celebrate the return of spring
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Ivanka Trump looks ‘gorgeous’ in a pretty pink dress to celebrate the return of spring

Miami welcomes a warm spring with an average temperature of 27C – and Ivanka Trump might be evoking jealousy in Britons because of the overcast weather we have here.To compare to the Miami sunshine, London is enduring a mild 10C with a high likelihood of spring showers on Wednesday, March 20.On Ivanka's Instagram post, to celebrate the return of the good weather in Miami, she caption the picture: "Hello spring."For the brighter and sunnier weather, Ivanka donned a bright pink, over-the-knee pleated dress that could easily be viewed as a skirt.The top half of the dress is a more Barbie-like dusty pink, which is complete with a matching belt to highlight Ivanka's slim waist.While the dress has a modest crew-neck style, her toned upper arms are on display as well as her lower limbs.Both he...
Marks and Spencer shoppers wowed by ‘perfect holiday dress’
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Marks and Spencer shoppers wowed by ‘perfect holiday dress’

A "light and breezy" dress from M&S is being hailed as the "perfect holiday dress" by M&S shoppers. They say it "glides over lumps and bumps", making it an "easy summer outfit" for both day and night.The M&S Linen Rich Knee Length Shift Dress, priced at £29.50, comes in three different colours, including a striking bright blue that's sure to highlight a tan. There's also an onyx colour that is available and a patterned version.Crafted from a linen-rich fabric, the dress features a classic shift silhouette that falls nicely over the hips and tummy. The knee-length style and round neckline make it suitable for all ages, while the simple button fastening at the back adds a delicate touch.The Linen Rich Knee Length Shift Dress is available in sizes six to 24 and also comes in pe...
How to look younger: Anti-ageing hack results ‘in youthful and radiant-looking skin’
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How to look younger: Anti-ageing hack results ‘in youthful and radiant-looking skin’

Hacks helping beauty fans to look younger are booming online. Red light therapy, a beauty craze that aims to address various skin concerns such as acne, signs of aging, hyperpigmentation, complex scars, and more, has people running to social media to show off their results, having achieved more youthful, supple, and radiant skin.The hashtag #Redlighttherapy on TikTok has more than 437M views alone, with many content creators singing praises of the method, which can be purchased and used at home or done in an office that specializes in it.One such Tiktok user, Kristi, who goes by @lightwithkristi on the platform, has shared her results from using a red light therapy device she bought. She said: “It feels like a facial massage. You don’t have to go to a salon.”Skin specialists at Landys C...