Hate the hassle of ironing? Amazon shoppers are ditching their irons in favour of this nifty handheld steamer that banishes creases and wrinkles in minutes By Zoe Griffin For Mailonline Published: 09:35 EDT, 31 July 2021 | Updated: 09:55 EDT, 31 July 2021 Products featured in this Mail Best article are independently selected by our … Read more
For much of the past 12 months we have been dealing with a pandemic that has taken an enormous toll on our health, wealth and general sense of wellbeing. Another harsh lockdown brings new challenges — but at least, with the roll-out of a mass Covid-19 vaccination programme, the end is in sight. Now though, … Read more
During their 16 years of marriage, dinner with her husband on Valentine’s Day had always been an immovable fixture in Rebekah Brown’s diary. However busy their life with three teenage children, full-time jobs and ageing parents became, this one date night was sacrosanct. But in 2019, Rebekah, then 46, a successful advertising planner, found she simply … Read more
A revolutionary scalpel-free procedure that strengthens weak muscles in the oesophagus could spare millions from chronic heartburn… for good. The 60-minute operation, which could be available to NHS patients as early as next year, closes gaps between the oesophagus and the stomach – through which the stomach juices flow, causing the burn. Carried out by … Read more
An American In Paris (stage2view.com) Verdict: Swish, swanky and ‘s wonderful! Rating: Falling Stars (stream.theatre) Verdict: Put it in your pocket Rating: Marry Me A Little (barntheatre.org.uk) Verdict: Polished Sondheim Rating: With a little bit of luck, before too long we’ll all be vaccinated, freed from the shackles of Covid and feeling (I imagine) like … Read more
Bring spring home early: Plant bulbs and their companions now to banish winter blues Nigel Colborn shared advice for preparing gardens for a gorgeous spring show British gardening expert said tulips and hyacinths make good main stars He revealed it could be time to rip out colourful summer plants to make room By Nigel Colborn … Read more
The Bard really can banish your blues! Author who turned to Shakespeare after having a stroke, reveals how the playwright’s works continue to connect with different audiences Robert McCrum has penned a new book exploring the influence of Shakespeare Author reveals the playwright’s works became his ‘life’ after having a stroke Reflects on Shakespeare’s plays … Read more
SUFJAN STEVENS: The Ascension (Asthmatic Kitty) Verdict: Rises to the occasion Rating: FLEET FOXES: Shore (Anti-) Verdict: Back in perfect harmony Rating: DIANA KRALL: This Dream Of You (Verve) Verdict: Standard with a twist Rating: You could never accuse Sufjan Stevens of lacking ambition. The Detroit singer-songwriter first caused a stir when he announced his … Read more
Ear clips that stimulate a nerve in the ears could help treat insomnia. New research suggests that using the clips for just 30 minutes before you go to bed can improve sleep quality and reduce daytime drowsiness. Scientists believe it works by stimulating the release of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin. One in three people in the … Read more
Get fit in 15 minutes: The best exercise and nutrition to banish your muffin top Nadya Fairweather reveals the best exercise to banish the muffin top for good Nutritionist Shona Wilkinson suggests sensible food swaps to tone the tummy British style expert Liz Hemmings, picks out items to wear for the work out By Daily … Read more