Rebekah Absalom

Tips for hosting Christmas dinner
Entertaining this Christmas? Follow our advice for a stress-free day.
01 June 2016

10 tips for how to store your Christmas decorations
There won't be a broken bauble in sight with these Christmas decoration storage tips...
01 June 2016

10 weird Christmas traditions from around the world
Watch out for Yule Cat...he might gobble you up! Check out these weird Christmas customs from across the world.
01 June 2016

Secrets of the London Underground
Things you never knew about the tube...
19 January 2016

The best healthy food trends of 2015
What we’ve learnt in a year.
23 December 2015

What is Father Christmas called in your country?
We’ve discovered his many weird and wonderful names across the world.
23 December 2015

10 ways to warm up at home without turning on the heat
And save major money on your heating bill.
22 December 2015

Optical illusion: can you make these dots disappear?
We're amazed! Does this work for you?
22 December 2015
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10 smart ways to store your Christmas decorations
There won't be a broken bauble in sight.
21 December 2015

Fake Christmas trees could be bad for your health
According to new research, fire-resistant trees could come with their own problems.
21 December 2015

Is this the best place to live in the UK?
Halifax has revealed the top 50 places.
18 December 2015

Five ways Friday: The perfect Christmas turkey
Every Friday we’ll be bringing you five new ways to try something. This week, we have five Turkey hacks to ensure your Christmas Day is the best yet.
18 December 2015

Dad turns baby into Elf on the Shelf, and it’s absolutely adorable
The mischievous little elf has been in all sorts of trouble!
18 December 2015

10 things only cat owners know about Christmas
Think: a lopsided tree, shattered baubles and remains of tinsel hidden around the house...
17 December 2015

The most extreme wedding photos you will EVER see
This couple will certainly have a unique album to show their friends.
17 December 2015

The Duchess of Cambridge’s best style moments of 2015
We've selected 20 of The Duchess' most fashionable looks from the year.
16 December 2015
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Spread some Christmas cheer with the Doorstep Challenge
The festive challenge has gone viral.
15 December 2015

Meet the London Punderground
A new tube map features funny one-liners accompanying the most popular stations.
15 December 2015

This woman represents all the single females this Christmas
‘Our only hope is that she never gets married so this can continue forever.’
14 December 2015

Father Christmas shows his caring side to children with special needs
Guaranteed to melt your heart.
11 December 2015

Five ways Friday: Christmas beauty
Every Friday we’ll be bringing you five new ways to try something. This week, we’ve got five fantastic beauty ideas for a Christmas party.
11 December 2015

Hilarious reactions to Tesco’s Christmas self-service checkouts
They now wish customers a Merry Christmas.
11 December 2015

15 fabulous party accessories
From statement clutches to faux fur cover-ups, we’ve got the perfect pieces to complete your party outfit.
10 December 2015

How to wrap a present perfectly
Fortnum & Mason show us how it’s done.
09 December 2015
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Top 10 global travel destinations for 2016
Using feedback from millions of travellers, TripAdvisor has announced the world’s leading destinations for 2016 – you'll never guess which English town made number six!
09 December 2015

The astonishing psychology of menu design
This might just change the way you select your main course.
08 December 2015

Make your iPhone run faster with this simple trick
Say goodbye to internet running at a snail’s pace.
08 December 2015

Prince George has worked out what Christmas is all about!
Prince William says his son will be ‘bouncing around like a rabbit’ come Christmas Day.
07 December 2015

Five ways Friday: Christmas decoration hacks
Every Friday we’ll be bringing you five new ways to try something. This week, we’ve got five fabulous ways to decorate your home this Christmas.
04 December 2015

10 ways to never have a 'fat day'... ever!
We didn't coin this phrase - you did! Here's how to avoid it...
04 December 2015

The hold that calms a crying baby in seconds
Dr Robert Hamilton has revealed a new technique, and it appears to be foolproof.
03 December 2015

5 possible reasons for hair loss
We asked Anabel Kingsley, a trichologist with Philip Kingsley, for her thoughts on the causes of hair loss.
02 December 2015
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Dread small talk? This hair salon offers a ‘quiet chair’ for clients
Sit back and enjoy your no-chat treatment…
02 December 2015

Hilarious photos show what parenting is really like
Falling asleep in unnatural positions is just the beginning…
02 December 2015

Serena Williams and Amy Schumer strip for Pirelli calendar
The iconic calendar has been released with a revamped look featuring influential women.
01 December 2015

Fat shaming cards handed out to women on the London tube
Commuters are being given cards telling them they’re a ‘fat, ugly human’.
01 December 2015

Find out where our Christmas traditions come from
From mince pies to mistletoe, discover the fascinating origins of festive traditions.
30 November 2015

Do skinny models give young girls eating disorders? No, says Vogue editor
Alexandra Shulman has spoken out ahead of an all-party parliamentary group meeting.
30 November 2015

Dog walks 200 miles back to woman who saved its life
Shavi was determined to find the woman who nursed her back to health after a hit-and-run.
30 November 2015

Model posts ‘realistic’ images on Instagram and loses thousands of followers
Many didn’t agree with her facial hair removal selfies.
27 November 2015
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Mums recreate daughters’ selfies in amusing video
Cue duck-face pouts and tilted heads
27 November 2015

How much do we spend on Christmas shopping?
Travelodge has released the figures, and it’s a LOT.
26 November 2015

Grieving man writes 100 love notes for strangers to honour wife
A grieving husband wants to share the love his wife showed him with others.
26 November 2015

Stranger leaves heartfelt note for father
He was spending some quality time with his daughter.
25 November 2015

This 3-year-old’s response to an Ofsted survey is brilliant
You’d normally expect your child to come home with a painting, not a full-on questionnaire…
25 November 2015

See Queen Elizabeth's emotional wedding day letter from her father
When he gave away her hand, he felt he ‘lost something very precious’.
24 November 2015

You won’t believe the latest beard trend
These men are pulling out all the stops this Christmas
24 November 2015

Why Angelina Jolie loves being in menopause
‘I don’t want to be young again.’
23 November 2015
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Why is Joss Stone posing naked?
The singer has teamed up with PETA to put a stop to cruelty against animals.
23 November 2015

7-year-old asks mum if having autism makes her ‘bad’
Cadence overheard other parents speculating about her condition.
20 November 2015

These outrageous people agreed to have surprise tattoos
Many jumped at the chance to be tattooed by renowned artist Scott Campbell - but there was a catch.
20 November 2015

10 best New Year’s Eve destinations in Europe
Find out the best places to visit for the biggest celebration of the year
19 November 2015

Stay Well This Winter campaign tells us how to keep healthy
Top tips for keeping well in the chillier months
19 November 2015

Man stops racist attack on Muslim woman on London tube
Following the terrorist attacks in Paris, Muslims in Britain are being unfairly targeted. But one man stood up for them…
18 November 2015

8 life hacks we've learnt from our grandparents
A simple act of kindness between two strangers has touched our hearts, and led us to consider what the elderly can teach us.
17 November 2015

19-year-old posts inspiring selfie showing stoma bag
Young woman hopes to end the stigma around this common health problem.
17 November 2015
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Girl begs Father Christmas to cure her mother’s illness
One child hasn’t asked for presents this year…
17 November 2015

​Watch 100 years of family dinners in 3 minutes
From Spam to TV dinners to superfoods, see the evolution of American meals here.
16 November 2015

Elderly couple dialled 999 because they were lonely
The 95-year-old couple felt like their house was ‘locked up from the world’.
16 November 2015

Five ways Friday: how to cut energy bills
Every Friday we’ll be bringing you five new ways to try something. This week we’ve got five great ways to save money on your energy bills.
13 November 2015

Personalised jars of Marmite are here whether you love it or hate it
Yes, you can have your name emblazoned on a jar just in time for Christmas.
13 November 2015

Dad writes emotional open letter about the struggles of being a single parent
This young dad’s story of raising his daughter alone is warming the hearts of thousands
13 November 2015

Mum illustrates hysterical pregnancy problems
That 'glow' they promise you is lies...all lies!
12 November 2015

Four-year-old spends pocket money on food for homeless man
Feeling sorry for the homeless man, four-year-old Lola wanted to help.
12 November 2015
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