Get ready for 10 days of beauty bliss at the Braun pop-up in Boots, Westfield White City, from October 11th- 20th. On Saturday October 12th, internet sensation Saffron Barker and girl band member turned presenter Frankie Bridge will be there to teach you how to be your own beautician, using the world’s first smart at-home IPL system that learns and adapts to your skin and hair for 1.5 years of smooth skin. Experience the #SalonToSofa Difference Located outside of the Boots store, step into a 360 immersive beauty station for the #SalonToSofa experience. There will be live demos from Braun…
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Autumn is here, and there’s already a chill in the air overnight. Some of us may have already switched the heating on – but many Brits could face an issue if they haven’t completed their annual boiler service. According to recent statistics from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 23 per cent of UK homeowners admitted to skipping their boiler services, due to financial reasons. While the cost of living crisis has forced many of us to make difficult decisions regarding saving money, missing a boiler service is a false economy. Boilers work at their most efficient when they are…
“Skies is a pedal-to-the-metal banger with eyes on massive, fist-pumping sing-alongs – and who are we to deny her?” – Louder Sound/ Metal Hammer UK “The missing link between Ronnie James Dio and Christina Aguilera”. That’s how Athens born Andry Lagiou describes herself as a vocalist. A former runner-up on The Voice of Greece and frontwoman of The Harps, she is now a well-known name on the international metal scene as ‘ANDRY’. Her highly anticipated debut album “Skies” was released in March 2024 through her own record label Baby Mistress Records. The first single, also called Skies, is also out now: available on all streaming…
Surface Design Show (SDS) reveals its 2025 theme: Creative Conscience. Taking place 4-6 February at London’s Business Design Centre in Islington, this years’ event will highlight the future of materials for the built environment, focusing on sustainability, technological advancement, and the human experience. Creative Conscience embodies a drive and commitment to sustainable, ethical, and innovative design. This forward-thinking attitude explores the harmonious fusion of colour, sustainability and ingenuity in surface design for architecture and interiors. Harnessing creativity while encouraging meaningful connections to the world around us, designers can offer more sophisticated, adaptable, and user-centric solutions. Creative Conscience not only enhances…
Following the Bank of England’s recent interest rate cut – the first in four years – the UK property market is experiencing growth in activity.* For those currently looking for a new-build home in a well-served and well-connected district of London, a limited number of one-bedroom Shared Ownership apartments are available now with L&Q at Brunel Street Works, Canning Town. The remaining apartments can be purchased from as little as a 25% share, with deposits starting from 5%. Offering welcome affordability for those seeking an East London home, average monthly costs begin from £1,380. Every one of L&Q’s apartments at…
With school holidays around the corner, kids across the UK will be spending more time with their grandparents. But is the age-old tradition of baking together fading away? New research shows 46% of grandparents no longer bake or pass down recipes, and 74% of Brits worry family recipes could vanish. To help preserve these traditions, classic tinned fruit brand, Del Monte is reviving its iconic ‘Man from Del Monte’ campaign – with a twist. They’re launching a nationwide hunt to find the first-ever “Nans from Del Monte,” grandmothers who will share their favourite family recipes for a special one-off cookbook,…
Safety alert: The most dangerous areas for children walking to school alone due to distracted drivers revealed Hackney has been named the UK’s worst area for crashes caused by drivers distracted by mobile phone use Data revealed the UK local authority districts with the highest and lowest rates of mobile phone-related road casualties and collisions, highlighting areas where children walking to school face the greatest risk Isles of Scilly stands out as the safest area with the fewest phone-related incidents reported over the last decade A recent analysis conducted by accident compensation experts claims.co.uk revealed the UK local authority districts…
Users around the world can say ‘addio’ (and ‘adeus’!) to poor writing and improve their business and professional communications with DeepL Write DeepL, a leading global Language AI company, today announced the expansion of its AI writing assistant, DeepL Write, to include Italian and Portuguese (both BR and PT variants). Millions of business and professional users across Europe, South America, Africa and beyond can now leverage DeepL Write to improve and enhance their writing style and grammar in these languages, helping them communicate more confidently, clearly and in line with their unique brand voice. Bad writing costs businesses billions of…
ONYX Hospitality Group, Thailand’s leading hospitality management company specialising in the management of hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences, is thrilled to announce that Amari Pattaya has been awarded the prestigious title of Best 5-Star Hotel in Pattaya at the TTG Travel Awards 2024, proudly organised by TTG Asia. The TTG Travel Awards is a highly respected platform within the travel industry, recognising excellence across various hospitality categories. A premier beachfront resort at the tranquil northern tip of Pattaya Bay, Amari Pattaya offers luxurious accommodation, world-class facilities, and spectacular views, making it the ideal choice for travellers seeking a sophisticated yet relaxing retreat. As…
In celebration of World Ballet Day (Saturday 2 November), world-renowned ballerina and expert ballet coach Isabella McGuire Mayes is excited to raise awareness of the exceptional offerings of Ballet With Isabella (BWI). This innovative platform merges traditional ballet techniques with modern accessibility, providing dancers of all levels, from adult hobbyists to professional students, the opportunity to receive elite ballet training from anywhere in the world. With a strong online presence and a community of over 207k Instagram followers, Isabella is transforming the way ballet is taught and learned, both online and through in-person workshops. Unlike many traditional ballet programs, Ballet With Isabella treats adult learners with the same…