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Ambulance service faces busiest year ever as 999 calls surge

Getting vaccinated ready for winter was among the messages in this video promoted by the care board last year

Care board asks Hemel residents who are eligible to get vaccinated this winter

Hertfordshire County Council has agreed to further explore controversial proposals to become a Council of Sanctuary

Proposal for Hertfordshire to become Council of Sanctuary supported

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Invest in employees' thought leadership to retain top talent

Mollie King explores London street style

Street style inspires Brits more than celebrities, poll finds

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

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Seven in 10 said they experienced unexpected benefits when they did something they has been put off

Six in 10 put off improving their lives because it feels too much work

Steph McGovern met 'The Paint Shop Boys' at Vocational Celebration Day

Ad Feature Vocational Celebration Day puts spotlight on skills and training

The joint initiative with FiveDinners forms part of Dacorum Borough Council's cost of living support programme.

Recipe to help save money and reduce waste with free meal planning service
Dacorum Borough Council has introduced a scheme to help people save money and reduce food waste amid the cost of living crisis.
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Sam Quek MBE joined White Claw and Cliq for their Walk & Talk meet up

Brits 'burnt out' with having to maintain adult friendships

Luton Ukimaniacs performing at a care home. Picture: Dave Mingay

Berkhamsted music group to play at Luton’s first ever ukulele festival

One reviewer says the Shark SpeedStyle dried their hair faster than previous dryers while leaving it noticeably smoother.

Shark hair dryer has won over sceptical shopper who is ‘so pleased’

KIKO Milano's Self Tan Water is designed to deliver a gradual, natural-looking glow with a lightweight, non-sticky finish.

KIKO’s self-tan water, ‘great for a subtle glow’, is half price

Donating food also made the list

Brits see making tea as ultimate act of kindness

Campaigners support Skipton Building Society's call for more money emojis

Building society boss calls for new finance emojis

Drew Barrymore has previously described the Olay Eyes Ultimate Eye Cream as one of her favourite beauty products for brighter-looking under-eyes.

Drew Barrymore loves this Olay eye cream and now it’s on sale

The Care Quality Commission has said the service needs to improve

Hemel care service 'needs improvement' in every category according to report

The research found almost one in four (23 per cent) now believe better alternatives are available to their current contract

Brits trapped in contracts think they overpay by £576 a year

CMI is calling for government, educators and employers to work together to bridge the divide

Ad Feature Less than one in 10 managers think young people are ready for work

A picture of The Bury prior to its closure

Heritage trust proposes move to unused historic Hemel Hempstead building

Gala launched a ‘Push for Joy’ button on the streets of Manchester this week

Life's top unexpected moments of joy have been revealed

Amazon’s Mylzdobs blackhead remover vacuum is now £24.99, offering a discounted at-home solution for clogged pores

Combat blackheads, clogged pores and oily skin with this beauty tool

Olay’s Hydrating Eye Gel is currently reduced to £10 on Amazon, down from £25 in a limited-time beauty deal

Olay eye gel now £10 on Amazon - and it’s selling fast

The 'Revitalising Weiqiao Town' initiative strives to develop the area

Ad Feature Weiqiao town to be revitalised by local textile company

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Research revealed that more than half of Gen Z rank illness or pain among their top aging concerns, higher than Boomers.

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A third of renters are saving £100 a month or less

A third of renters are facing a 35-year slog to get on property ladder

The compact Obero fan combines six airflow settings with a 100ml humidifier and LED controls

This £14 USB air cooler has six speeds and a built-in humidifier

The Neo air cooler combines a 4L water tank, three fan speeds and automatic oscillation in a compact unit

This £44 oscillating air cooler could help tackle stuffy summer rooms

This wheeled BiGDUG toolbox is designed to keep tools organised and portable, offering a practical storage solution for DIY enthusiasts, home mechanics and tradespeople working across multiple locations.

This £24 mobile toolbox could be a DIY bargain worth knowing about

There's still time to send presents before Father’s Day, but it's important to choose the right courier

The Father's Day posting deadlines everyone needs to know in 2026

Al Gardiner is the CEO of Honey Legal

Ad Feature Honey Legal and Portcullis announce formal partnership

Grubby says its new range of plant-based ready meals combines high protein and fibre with quick “heat, ding, eat” convenience.

The meal service helping busy households eat better

More than half believe the contribution of working animals is often overlooked

Can you spot the working animals hidden in this scene?

The Aspyre Uno combines sleek styling with clever storage to help transform home working spaces

Home workers can save more than £140 on this desk deal

The Shark Stratos cordless vacuum is designed to tackle pet hair and everyday mess with less effort

Shark’s cordless pet vacuum drops by £240 in Amazon deal - 56% saving

The bladeless tower fan combines cooling features with a slim modern design

Bladeless tower fan drops into Amazon sale as warm weather approaches

One in eight young people are not in education or employment

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The facial sculpting beauty tool is designed to complement everyday skincare routines

Amazon cuts facial sculpting beauty gadget by 50% in skincare deal

The TriPole portable fan combines rechargeable cooling with a compact travel-friendly design

Amazon has cut this portable rechargeable fan to under £10

A spacious, contemporary space awaits at Native Manchester

Review: The Manchester hotel that gets space and style right

Rupert quickly adopted the XXL Giant Outdoor Bean Bag

I tested a giant outdoor bean bag and now the dog won’t get off it

Get smooth skin at home in just 24 minutes with the Keskine IPL hair removal gadget.

This IPL gadget removes full-body hair in just 24 minutes
Imagine completing a professional-style hair removal session in the time it takes to sip your tea or coffee and scroll through your phone — no appointments, no travelling and no waiting around. With Keskine, it can all be done from home.
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Three in 10 believe being adept at managing their finances was one of the most attractive traits in a partner

Brits now consider being savvy with money a huge turn-on

A two-course meal for two adults for £24.99 is the perfect way to see in the half term

Stonehouse family meal deal starts from £24.99 (aff)

Results from the Logitech G PRO Series Survey uncover a growing acceptance of esports and professional gaming

Ad Feature Two-thirds support greater education for subjects like esports

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Huawei's new Watch Fit 5 series is a serious contender for much more expensive smart wearables

Huawei Watch Fit 5 Pro review: week-long battery and premium design

This service promises you serious savings on treats and treatments

Pet owners are discovering a cheaper way to buy everyday essentials

Gracie debuts as the first cross-domain agentic capability in GRC, convening AI experts across risk, compliance, audit and third-party domains on a single task

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DJI delivers pro framing tracking

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Six in 10 said lack of funding is holding them back from pursuing their entrepreneurial vision.

Confidence and age are among the reasons Brits don’t start a business

A Gen-Z charity worker earning £30,000 a year says she's proof "anyone can invest" and aims to make £1million in investments to "make work optional" by the age of 45.

Half of Brits fear investing their money

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