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Weird and wonderful wedding venues you haven’t considered
Disney balloons, Grand Canyons and a McDonalds: Wilderness reserve presents the weird and wonderful wedding venues that will inspire even the most traditional bride. Ash Cave Ohio, USA Embrace rustic simplicity with a Cave Wedding! Ash Cave provides a serene backdrop for those who want a natural wedding. PRO: Breath-taking Sunsets CONS: Natural acoustics make whispering about the guests problematic – You have been warned! Governor’s Camp, Masai Mara, Kenya. A zoo sounds tame? Head to the Masai Mara nature...
Britain’s top 5 beaches for Bank Holiday fun
Sun-seekers in the south are in for a treat this month – as Eastbourne is revealed as the sunniest seaside spot in the country for May. According to Met Office data the coastal area on the South Downs averaged an incredible 7.5 hours of sunshine every May day, beating its nearest rival Newquay by over half an hour. Northerners can also rejoice as Blackpool saw an average seven hours of sunlight each day in May, with Lowestoft in the east...
Battle of the Sexes: Who is better equipped at fighting ageing?
“Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?” Men age better than women. It’s an age old saying that we’ve heard time and time again, but is there actually any truth in it? Brad Pitt, George Clooney and David Beckham have all been likened to fine wines. Continuing to melt female hearts across the country, despite their age bracket (40-60,) and there might actually be a good reason behind their timeless handsome exteriors. Men’s skin is...
Jennie Jacques & Georgina Higgins talk openly about epilepsy
Talented British actress Jennie Jacques (Vikings), and script supervisor Georgina Higgins (‘Florence Foster Jenkins’ and ‘Paddington Bear 2’) may be on different sides of the camera, but they are on the same page when it comes to a subject close to their hearts - epilepsy. Jennie's youngest sister lives with seizures and Georgina has epilepsy. In National Epilepsy Week (14-20 May) the two friends talk film sets, stigma and why they want more people to understand how to look after...
Tapping Therapy rewires the brain’s neural pathways to reduce addiction and food cravings
Early findings from Bond University in Australia have scientifically demonstrated that the "Tapping Therapy" rewires the brain’s neural pathways to reduce addiction and food cravings. "Tapping", also known as EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), is already being used to treat mental and emotional health issues, but this is the first time that patients brains have been monitored using an Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (FMRI) scanner to show the physical changes in the brain over the course of their treatment. EFT involves...
Watch – Britain’s oldest triplets celebrate their 80th birthday
Three sisters have celebrated their 80th birthday – and are Britain’s oldest surviving TRIPLETS. Mary Bloxham, Margaret Coleman and Georgina Leech, 80, were born on May 20 1937 and grew up together in the Hall Green area of Birmingham. Their mother, Mabel Bloxham, only expected one child and the chances of triplets surviving in the 1930s was very slim. But the three sisters, born to the family name, Bloxham, celebrated their 80th birthday together with their family. Mary said: "Most...
High street bank sets up Britain’s first virtual reality proposal
A high street bank has helped a loved-up couple get engaged this week in what is thought to be Britain’s first virtual reality proposal. Footage has been released of the tear-jerking moment when Robin King produced a diamond ring whilst his girlfriend was immersed in a VR simulation with Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill and Jenson Button. The video, dubbed ‘Love Virtually’, was recorded in Ennis-Hill’s home town of Sheffield, Yorks, after Santander UK undertook a national search seeking someone ready to pop...
In pictures: Life in the back of a taxi
A taxi driver who takes pictures of his passengers is set to release a book and exhibition to showcase his work. Ryan Walls began his project after deciding he wanted to combine his love of arts with his work. The Edinburgh-based driver then started taking pictures of his passengers - who signed waivers - and posted the pictures online. He said: "I love taking pictures and I also love interacting and talking to people. I really wanted to find a...
Brits fork out £8 billion to counteract a lack of sleep
Brits are forking out £8 billion to counteract a lack of sleep, new research has revealed. With the average adult struggling to get more than six hours sleep a night - almost two hours less than the recommended quota - we are been forced to shell out hefty sums on sleep aids and things to make us look and feel less tired. From espressos to sweets and energy drinks, the "staying awake" market is positively booming in Britain. A third of adults drink...