Month: April 2024

Billie Eilish is finally making he way back to the UK. She last played British stages in 2022 for her Happier Than Ever Tour – the adventure she embarked on for her second studio album. The American artist recently confirmed the release date of her third album, Hit Me Hard And Soft, next month, and as a result, will be going on tour around the world to celebrate it. Kicking off in September 2024, the My Future singer will be playing through North America before making her way to Australia. After that, in 2025, the 22-year-old will be hitting the ... Read more

Londoners were left bemused after spotting Harry Potter’s Aunt Marge suspended in mid-air by Tower Bridge. The hefty replica played on the comical scene in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, where Harry Potter unintentionally casts an inflating charm on his Aunt Marge, causing her to inflate like a balloon and float away. Weighing a staggering 95kgs, with a circumference spanning 11.7m, the bulging Aunt Marge appeared to be hovering in front of the iconic landmark. Coming in at 6.5 metres high, it took 40m3 of air to inflate the colossal figure – enough to fill 140 standard party ... Read more

Cruise holidays can be a challenge for people who suffer from motion sickness or seasickness. A mattress expert has shared their best tips for passengers who are worried about getting a good night’s sleep at sea. Rebecca Swain, sleep and mattress expert at Winstons Beds, said: “If you’re new to cruises, then there could be a possibility that you’ll struggle to sleep the first couple of nights. “Cruise ships are designed so that you feel as minimal movement as possible but the thought of sleeping in open water for some people may affect how much rest they get.” Cruise passengers ... Read more

The science is clear: Eating the right foods can lead to a longer, healthier life. But some people find it harder to eat right as they get older for many reasons. Maybe they don’t have much of an appetite. Maybe they have trouble cooking or eating. Maybe they don’t know what’s healthy. Or maybe they do and just don’t like the idea of kale. “You know what? You can live a long, healthy life and never eat a piece of kale,” says Cheryl Rock, PhD, a professor of family medicine and public health at the University of California, San Diego ... Read more

Tonight, the political spotlight is on Maastricht as Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, faces off with seven other lead candidates in a European election debate. The event marks the first time these candidates will debate on stage, providing a glimpse into their differing approaches to key European issues. Von der Leyen’s rivals for the EU’s top post represent a broad political spectrum. The list includes: Walter Baier (Party of the European Left) Bas Eickhout (European Green Party) Valeriu Ghilețchi (European Christian Political Movement) Maylis Roßberg (European Free Alliance) Nicolas Schmit (Party of European Socialists) Marie-Agnes ... Read more

Spain has been a favourite holiday destination for Brits for more than half a century. During that time there are places in the sunny destination that have become well-trodden for tourists – from hotspots such as Costa Del Sol to more cosmopolitan cities like Barcelona. But what if you love Spain but hate the busy sightseeing meccas? Travel website European Best Destinations has published its annual list of the best hidden gems on the continent – which includes Spain’s Ares del Maestre. The location – which has just over 200 residents – is located halfway between Barcelona and Valencia and ... Read more

Does it seem like you get sick more than you did when you were younger. When you are under the weather, does it take you longer to feel good again? Immunity — your body’s defense system — tends to get weaker with age. “Just as you probably can’t run as fast as you used to in your 20s, your immune system doesn’t work as well as it used to,” says Aaron E. Glatt, MD, chairman of the department of medicine at South Nassau Communities Hospitals. But fear not — at least not much. “Compared to many other bodily functions, most ... Read more

Fed up with watching the same old boring box sets? LG users now have more things to view on their TVs thanks to a massive free upgrade from two cinematic giants. The blockbuster channel boost is coming from a new platform from Sony along with a major partnership between LG and Lionsgate. So what’s now available to watch? First up there’s that update from Sony with eight channels launching under the Sony One umbrella. These include Sony One Comedy, Sony One Faves, Sony One Comedy HITS and Sony One Action HITS. Sony has confirmed that it will show content including ... Read more

Getting adequate nutrition can be a challenge as you get older. With age, the number of calories you need begins to decline. Every calorie you consume must be packed with nutrition in order to hit the mark. Even then, you may fall short. “As we get older, the body becomes less efficient at absorbing some key nutrients,” says Katherine Tucker, RD, PhD, chair of the department of health sciences at Northeastern University in Boston. In addition, the ability to taste food declines, blunting appetite. Some foods become difficult to chew or digest. Several key nutrients in particular may be in ... Read more

Zara Tindall often favours athletic styles over glamorous ones as a talented equestrian, but the royal is partial to more outwardly fashionable outfits. On a recent public outing at Cheltenham Racecourse, the mother-of-three donned the best of her spring wardrobe, wearing a suede khaki trench coat (£625 Fairfax & Favour), black trousers and black ankle boots and a Carvela tassel bag to match (£109). There’s no denying that the 42-year-old looked fabulous in her casual but cool outerwear, but she did break one unspoken style rule – wearing ankle boots with straight-leg trousers. While it’s not considered a fashion ‘sin’ as such, there are ... Read more