Lifestyle

A new pay-per-mile tax will apply to electric and hybrid cars
19 February 2026

Drivers face new pay-per-mile charge under EV tax plan
Drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will face a new mileage-based tax, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed. The Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) will come into force in April 2028, ...

Parents shoulder heavy costs behind Britain’s young elite athletes
19 February 2026

Families make major sacrifices to support Britain’s future sports stars
Families across Britain are investing substantial time and money to support children pursuing elite sport. Parents are often responsible for training costs, travel, equipment, and scheduling required for young athletes to ...

The NHS has launched a national drive urging millions with anxiety to access therapy
19 February 2026

NHS calls on millions with anxiety to access free therapy
The NHS is urging millions of people suffering from anxiety and other common mental health conditions to seek therapy, warning that untreated illness is driving a growing worklessness crisis. The health ...

Hilary Duff reveals her favourite beauty treatment and the new craft she has taken up
19 February 2026

Hilary Duff reveals her favourite beauty treatment and the new craft she has taken up
Hilary Duff has taken up crocheting because she needed to "do something" with her hands after her concerts. The singer and actress has already made a hat and a scarf ...

Airfares to Japan are rising as travelers flock for cherry blossom season
18 February 2026

Flights to Japan surge ahead of cherry blossom season
UK travelers planning to see Japan’s cherry blossoms in April face rising airfare costs. The peak season for sakura draws large crowds from around the world, pushing demand and prices higher ...

Government considers banning vaping in cars with children
18 February 2026

Vaping in cars with children could be outlawed in England under new bill
The UK Government is considering a ban on vaping in cars when a child is present, part of a wider strategy to protect children from the harms of second-hand smoke. A ...

Neurodivergent father opens up about struggles of parenting a toddler
18 February 2026

Neurodivergent dad says caring for a toddler is overwhelming
A neurodivergent father has shared the intense challenges of raising his two-year-old daughter, sparking discussion among parents and mental health advocates. The 36-year-old wrote on Reddit’s r/Parenting forum that while he ...

Chikungunya to spread across large parts of Europe
18 February 2026

Scientists warn painful tropical disease can now spread across most of Europe
A tropical virus once confined to warmer regions can now spread across most of Europe, scientists have warned. New research shows that chikungunya, an illness known for causing severe and long-lasting ...

Jay Manuel says Tyra Banks refused to talk to him
17 February 2026

Why Tyra Banks 'refused to talk' to Jay Manuel on final cycle of America's Next Top Model
Tyra Banks refused to speak to Jay Manuel when he returned to America's Next Top Model. The 52-year-old star brought the 53-year-old makeup artist on board as a creative director when ...

Men twice as likely as women to report regular road rage
17 February 2026

Men twice as likely as women to report regular road rage
Nearly half of UK motorists admit to experiencing road rage, according to new research that suggests frustration behind the wheel has become a defining feature of modern driving. A study by ...

Intermittent fasting has limited impact on weight loss, review finds
17 February 2026

Intermittent fasting has limited impact on weight loss, review finds
Intermittent fasting may not be as effective for weight loss as many people believe, according to a major new review. Researchers analysing data from nearly 2,000 adults found that fasting - ...

Lily Collins joins Zalando
17 February 2026

Lily Collins wants to highlight 'individuality' with Zalando role
Lily Collins wants to celebrate "individuality" after joining Zalando as its first global brand ambassador. The Emily In Paris actress is set to front two major campaigns for the brand this ...

World Cup flights drop
17 February 2026

Good news for European fans travelling to World Cup
Fans of England and Scotland travelling to the United States for the World Cup may find transatlantic fares lower than expected, but domestic flight prices within America have surged sharply. The ...

A stunning 12 suite boutique hotel in the French Alps
17 February 2026

The Magic Collection Retreats Unveils 'Magic Megeve Bois' A Stunning 12-Suite Boutique Hotel In The French Alps
Featuring twelve individually designed suites that  blend alpine charm with contemporary elegance, redefining the art of mountain living Home to Le Simon - the acclaimed restaurant where food, wine, and conversation ...

Sir Keir Starmer plans to get tougher on the issue of online safety
17 February 2026

UK government vows social media crackdown to protect children
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to respond more quickly to close loopholes and protect children from harm on social media. Starmer has declared that no online platform will ...

Toyota Gazoo Racing in Sweden
16 February 2026

Snow master Evans leads 1-2-3-4 finish for Toyota Gazoo Racing in Sweden
Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) locked out the podium places for the second time in as many rounds of the 2026 FIA World Rally championship with Elfyn Evans ...

Over a million UK vehicles are on the road without valid MOT
16 February 2026

Over a million UK vehicles are on the road without valid MOT
More than one million vehicles on UK roads are driving without a valid MOT certificate, new research suggests, amid mounting financial pressure on motorists. According to a survey by Halfords, three ...

Fluffy Breakfast Protein Pancakes
16 February 2026

The high-protein recipe that could transform your Pancake Day
Love Pancake Day but prefer to avoid the sugar spike? With Shrove Tuesday (17.02.26) fast approaching, kitchens across the country will soon be flipping stacks piled high with sugar, syrup or ...

Twiggy has opened up about looking good in her 70s
16 February 2026

Twiggy shares secrets to looking good at 76
Twiggy has shared her top tips for looking fabulous into her 70s. The 76-year-old star - who started modelling as a teenager - was recently announced as the new face of ...

Sarah Pidgeon wants to keep the clothes she wore in Love Story
16 February 2026

Sarah Pidgeon hoping to keep her Carolyn Bessette wardrobe
Sarah Pidgeon is hoping she's allowed to keep all the clothes she wore to play Carolyn Bessette Kennedy in TV drama Love Story. The 29-year-old actress stars in Ryan Murphy's new ...

Wizz Air has been named the most complained-about airline
16 February 2026

Airline with most complaints per passenger revealed
Wizz Air has become the United Kingdom’s most complained about airline on a per passenger basis, overtaking Ryanair in the latest Civil Aviation Authority dispute resolution data. Figures drawn from complaints ...

Weight Loss
16 February 2026

Why Managing Your Health Can Feel Different Than It Did a Few Years Ago
Health used to feel simpler for many people. Appointments were booked, advice was followed, and routines stayed fairly consistent. Expectations have shifted since then. Access to information has grown, schedules ...

Teenagers are routinely shown ads for weight loss treatments on social media
16 February 2026

Children 'bombarded' with harmful body image ads online, report finds
A report has called for social media advertising to children to be banned. Children's commissioner for England, Dame Rachel de Souza, has found young people have been "bombarded" with ads ...

Extreme gentle parenting could harm children's development
15 February 2026

Parents urged not to abandon boundaries as 'gentle parenting’ trend grows
Parents are being warned not to abandon clear boundaries with toddlers amid the rapid rise of so-called “gentle parenting”. The method, popularised on social media platforms such as TikTok, encourages parents ...