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The woman shared a tip to make broccoli extra tasty (stock image) (Image: Getty)If you’re trying to eat more healthily but don’t fancy just adding a bunch of plain boiled vegetables to your plate, then look no further, because one woman has promised that she has a way to “make broccoli taste good”. TikToker Ria, who posts as @halloumiqueenie, shared a “Cypriot hack” of how to dress broccoli to make it taste delicious every time, making it the perfect addition to any meal.We all know that it's advised to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every single day, but many people often find themselves reaching for convenience foods because they have such busy lives.However, there’s really no excuse to do this when there's an easy recipe to elevate broccoli to another level that's so simpl...

The much-loved department store is set to close down forever (Image: Katie Oborn)Many UK residents are likely to have seen their familiar high streets in towns or city centres change before their eyes over the past decade. It’s certainly been a testing time for retail in recent years – and it’s sad to see many classic shops close down, not least traditional British department stores.There’s something so delightful about shopping in a high-end department store, but the tradition is sadly dwindling with mass store closures of high street favourites seemingly an ongoing concern. I worked in an iconic House of Fraser for several years, and as much as shoppers visited for retail purposes, the large shop also served the community as a place to chat, socialise or get advice. Shoppers, includin...

Homeowners who hate cleaning their kitchen could make the chore 'much easier' with a 5p household item. While many people don't enjoy tackling kitchen grime, especially when dirt accumulates in hard-to-reach areas, it's an essential task. Thankfully, cleaning pros could use an item found in most bathrooms to leave their kitchens looking spotless.The savvy method was highlighted on social media by Fabulosa, the cleaning product brand. Stocked by various retailers, including Poundland, the brand, known for its fragranced products, offers a range of items such as disinfectants, polishes, and fabric fresheners.In a recent Instagram post, one of the Fabulosa team members demonstrated their results after using the Fabulosa Strawberry Pop Multi-Surface Cleanser and a dental flosser to deep cle...

Two designer fragrances have been  recalled as they pose a serious chemical risk to customers. The perfumes contain an ingredient that is banned due to the dangerous effect on health.Hello by Lionel Richie and Hot by United Colours of Benetton Fragrances sold by Savers Health and Beauty are the products affected by the recall. The Office for Product Safety Standards warned they both contain butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited from use in cosmetic products. The recall is for the fragrances that have been sold at Savers Health and Beauty. BMHCA is listed on the ingredients label of the packaging for Hello and Hot fragrances. The OPSS warned: "The products present a serious chemical risk as they contain butylphenyl methylpropional (BMHCA/lilial), which is prohibited in...

As the new year gets underway and budgets stretch a little thin, those looking to treat themselves to a new outfit may be tempted to head to Vinted or eBay. However, a leading security expert is warning shoppers to stay vigilant, as shoplifting to order has increased over the last month, with thieves selling the goods on secondhand marketplaces.'Shoplifting to order' is essentially when thieves are given a ‘shopping list’ of the exact items that they should steal from a certain shop or supermarket. Thieves will target items that are reasonably easy to conceal, such as jewellery, makeup, and branded goods; however, more brazen shoplifters have been known to opt for larger items as well.Andrew Cockerill, Account Director – Retail at Kingdom Security, a security firm that supplies security...

A woman quit her job in London moved into a campervan in Devon (stock image) (Image: Kathrin Ziegler via Getty Images)A woman who swapped the frenetic pace of London for campervan living in Devon claims she can enjoy the "time of her life" at weekends for a mere £10. Suzy Greenwood, 39, had dedicated 15 years to establishing her PR career when the coronavirus pandemic hit in 2020.During lockdown, Suzy found herself staying with relatives in Devon, only to be confronted with returning to her Shepherd's Bush flat once restrictions eased. It was at this point, she reveals, that she recognised she had "fallen out of love" with London. Suzy acknowledges her twenties in the capital were "great" but as she matured, her circle of friends began settling down. Writing in the Independent, she expl...

You don't have to use a knife to remove an avocado pit (stock image) (Image: Getty)Avocados are a popular fruit, and for a good reason. Not only are they extremely versatile, being the perfect addition to a piece of toast or as the main ingredient in guacamole, they're also very healthy.Since they're packed with healthy fats, fibre, potassium, minerals, as well as vitamins K, C, E, and B, they have plenty of health benefits, including being able to lower high cholesterol, improve digestion, and boost and support eye, skin, and brain health. They're also good in helping your body control its blood sugar levels.But if you've ever bought an avocado, you will know it's not the easiest fruit to cut into, as the skin is difficult to peel of, and there's a large pit in the middle you have to r...

The 2026 January transfer window is the perfect time for a fresh start, and we’re helping you find your new look by giving away three £100 vouchers to spend at Butterworth’s . Whether you are looking for the latest designer casuals for the weekend or high-quality footwear to see you through the season, Butterworth’s is the ultimate destination for independent fashion.With over 40 years of heritage as a family-run independent retailer, Butterworth’s knows style. They offer a curated selection of branded clothing and footwear for men, women, and children. Whether you’re after trendy streetwear, chic evening looks, or casual everyday essentials, you’ll find the biggest names in fashion right here.What You Can WinWe have three £100 vouchers waiting to be won. The lucky winners can refre...

These baby names are still going strong (Image: Getty)When you’re expecting a baby, choosing a name is one of the most important and exciting parts of the process. Parents often look for unique names that set their baby up for success.If you're stuck on what to name your baby, there’s no school like the old school. Vintage names are trending, and some classic names are timeless. Experts at PR Superstar collected the top 100 baby girl names and top 100 baby boy names registered in the UK in 1914, as published by the Office of National Statistics. Next, the team obtained the most recent complete ONS baby-name dataset for 2024 and cross-referenced the two to find the names that are still going strong a century on.  READ MORE: Overlooked European country has year round skiing and gorgeous ...

Ally welcomed her corgi Lucy in 2020, and the pair swiftly formed an unbreakable bond. The devoted owner recognised Lucy as her 'soul dog' and worked hard to balance her studies with training.When the duo weren't excelling in rally, obedience, dock diving, disc, and FastCAT competitions, they were taking walks and playing together.In an Instagram post, Ally shared footage of Lucy running towards her with sticks in her mouth. She then went on to share her deep remorse for allowing such activity.She penned: "A year ago I lost my best friend because I decided it was okay for her to play fetch with a stick."Ally acknowledged she 'knew better' but had never anticipated the pup would get injured from retrieving a stick.In a follow-up post, Ally explained how the pair had been enjoying fetch o...