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You might think your daily routine is keeping you grounded, but what if it’s secretly fuelling your anxiety? Dr. Tomy Marshall, in collaboration with the health and wellness team from Ski Vertigo, warns that one common habit—practised by millions without a second thought—could be silently amplifying stress levels. As anxiety rates soar in the UK, with studies showing a 25% increase in cases post-pandemic, understanding these hidden triggers has never been more urgent. Could your everyday actions be working against your mental well-being? Here’s what you need to know. The Habit That’s Fueling Your Anxiety Dr. Tomy Marshall, in collaboration with…

– The Real Mary King’s Close and The Lost Close partner for the first time to reveal a forgotten side of Edinburgh’s rich history – This summer, Edinburgh visitors and locals can delve beneath the city’s streets and explore not one, but two of its best-kept secrets thanks to a new underground experience that unites The Real Mary King’s Close and The Lost Close for the very first time. Launching on Thursday 19th June and running every Thursday, Friday and Saturday until 30th August, this exclusive dual-site tour invites guests to journey through two unique underground closes. The experience begins…

Most people assume that hotel rooms and Airbnbs are private spaces, but as a private investigator, I’ve seen firsthand how hidden cameras and surveillance devices are being secretly installed in accommodations across the UK. While some security cameras are legally used for property protection, I’ve handled cases where guests discovered recording devices in places they should never be—pointing at beds, bathrooms, and even changing areas. If you notice certain warning signs, you could be in a room that’s being watched. According to Online Spy Shop, a leading expert in counter-surveillance, there are certain red flags that every traveler should know. If…

As summer holidays approach, parents face growing concerns over screen time, online safety, and digital resilience. SWIPE: mastering the art of handling trolls and protecting your peace provides the ultimate solution, empowering families to navigate the internet with confidence. With school holidays just around the corner, parents are bracing for the dual challenge of keeping children entertained while protecting them from the darker side of the internet, online trolling, cyberbullying, and digital overwhelm. SSWIPE: mastering the art of handling trolls and protecting your peace offers a timely lifeline, equipping parents with tools to foster resilience, assert boundaries, and turn digital…

Few things can derail a cruise faster than that creeping wave of nausea. One minute you’re soaking in ocean views, the next you’re gripping the rails, queasy and miserable. For those with emetophobia – the fear of vomiting – the thought alone can trigger anxiety before the trip has even begun. Searches for “emetophobia” spiked by a staggering 48% from February to March in 2025, while a snap poll from Hupla discovered that 15% of the UK have reported feeling seasick on a cruise. But does this mean those who suffer with seasickness must avoid a cruise holiday at all costs?   “With…

The popular better-than-half-price offer returns nationwide, including London locations for the first time Bella Italia is kicking off 2025 with the return of its hugely popular £5 Pasta Deal, offering unbeatable value on comforting Italian classics throughout January. Running from 7th January to 30th January 2025, guests can enjoy freshly prepared pasta dishes, such as the creamy Carbonara, hearty Spaghetti & Meatballs, and flavourful Pollo Cacciatore, for just £5 – with savings of up to £11. This year, the campaign expands to include London locations, giving even more diners across the UK the chance to enjoy exceptional value on Bella…

Wintry conditions pose a special kind of challenge to motorists in the UK. Visibility is poorer, as a result of night drawing in sooner, and of fog occasionally descending. Road surfaces are slipperier, too – which increases braking distance, and the likelihood of a collision. By doing a little bit of preparation, and modifying your driving style, you can minimise the threat posed by the season. But exactly how? Let’s take a look at a few key steps. Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter Weather Getting a vehicle ready for winter means performing a few key pieces of maintenance. First, you’ll…

Brits are most likely to reach “peak Christmas panic” on 20th December – 2 days earlier than last year. As Christmas approaches, the days for grocery shopping, gift buying, and opportunities to visit the grandparents slip away as festive panic begins to mount among Brits. And according to analysis from courier service Gophr, the height of Christmas panic will hit the nation on the Friday before the big day (20th), two days earlier than last year’s peak of the 22nd. Coined “National Day of Christmas Panic”, the 20th December will represent the height of Christmas chaos and panic due to:…

This Black Friday, Pow Food is inviting people to join their Green Friday movement – a sustainable and mindful alternative to the traditional shopping frenzy. From November 27th to 29th, Pow Food’s Green Friday campaign will support both the planet and the community, proving that conscious consumerism can make a real difference. As part of the campaign, Pow Food will donate 10% of all sales to the Marylebone Project, the UK’s largest and longest running women-only homelessness centre, which provides life-changing support for women escaping homelessness and crisis – with over 90 years of experience, 112 residential beds across two buildings, and the…

After a year of record-breaking temperatures and unprecedented climate disasters, the urgency to address environmental crises has never been greater. This Giving Tuesday, Rainforest Trust invites supporters to join its missionto safeguard the planet’s biodiversity by protecting critical habitat in Brazil. Since 1988, Rainforest Trust has protected over 53 million acres of rainforest and aims to accelerate its efforts to prevent deforestation and combat climate change. Rainforest Trust supports the establishment of protected areas through direct land purchase; designation in cooperation with governments and communities; and community-managed areas that secure the ancestral lands of Indigenous Peoples that depend on the land…