Lifestyle

Scientists have discovered the cocktail of germs and bacteria being picked up by people on Britain's public transport every day. Millions could be leaving themselves open to skin infections, respiratory infections and even food poisoning. A test of surfaces touched daily by commuters and tourists on London’s tube system was commissioned by Coldzyme to highlight the number of germs and bacteria we come into contact with every day. A commuter used the Tube wearing a white glove and touched surfaces...

A pet owner was stunned after her parrot managed to shop online using Amazon's Alexa voice recognition software. Corienne Pretorius, 39, was baffled after a £10 order for gift boxes, which she had not ordered, arrived at her house. The bemused mum-of-one questioned husband Jan, 45, a civil engineer, and son Jaden, eight, but quickly realised the culprit was Buddy - their African Grey Parrot. Corienne, from Greenwich, south east London, says the cheeky bird mimics her voice, and must...

A builder had a lucky escape after a razor sharp angle grinder flew into his face and lodged in his CHIN. Paul Thomas, 31, was trying to knock through a wall with a nine-inch angle grinder when it "ran up" the surface and hit him in the face. The tool missed his throat by a matter of inches and cut into his chin and Paul was left with blood pouring from the gaping wound. The tough builder said his colleagues...

We should be teaching young people to be unique rather than perfect, a leading psychologist has claimed. The comments come after new research revealed Brits spend an hour and 40 minutes of every day striving for perfection, with three-quarters dreaming of having the perfect life, dedicating an average of 12 hours a week to trying to improve their looks, career or love life. This amounts to the equivalent of almost 26 days a year or four-and-a-half years of their lives spent photo-shopping...

Most people in their 20s and 30s will admit that retirement seems a distant thing and not something they need to concern themselves with at this time.  And while this is true in terms of the years, it isn’t true in terms of the money – the earlier you start saving for retirement, the easier it is.  So, when should you start saving and what options are there to make the most of your money? Starting in your 20s Most...

Running is a great form of exercise, something you can do anytime, anywhere and best of all it’s free. As an aid to weight loss and fitness it is unsurpassed and according to the NHS regular running can help to reduce the risk of illnesses such as stroke, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. So there are plenty of good reasons why you would want to take up running, not least among them is the fact that it is a...

“Is there any natural cure for my health problem?” This is the most common question I am asked by my patients. Over the past few decades, doctors, as well as patients, have realized the safety and effectiveness of natural ways in the management of diseases. That is why; there has been a huge shift in the way most disorders are treated. Velvet Beans, also known as Mucuna Pruriens is one such natural remedy that possesses strong medicinal powers. There are...

Survey reveals transformation of London childhoods in a digital world The number of young teenagers in London who play outside or get enough sleep has dropped sharply in comparison to teenagers from previous decades, a startling new survey from Barnardo’s reveals. The study found just over half (55 percent) of the capital’s 13 to 15-year-olds play outdoors compared to more than three quarters (77 per cent) of adults when they were the same age. And less than half (45 per...

Since hitting 30 I have been far more interested in beauty products and what will work ‘wonders’ for my skin, than I’ve ever been before. You can safely say, I’m that desirable (gullible) customer for brands and will buy into just about any skin related fad. Transform your skin, tighten those wrinkles, and my personal favourite, stop the clock! If it has a catchy strapline, I’m yours! But just as much as I’m willing to try these products, I am...