9 simple ways to boost your memory

From hugging (at last) to chewing gum (yes, really), they’re all no-brainers, says Professor James Goodwin   The human brain is the most complex entity in the known universe. Until recently, no one knew whether anything could be done to prevent the effects of degenerative change on it. But science is unlocking its secrets. Contrary to … Read more

The dirtiest items in the kitchen that you FORGET to clean and easy ways to make them pristine again

Many proud homeowners are meticulous with their cleaning – but there are still some items that even the most diligent forget about.  Cleaning expert Joyce French from British advice website Home How has revealed the dirtiest household utensils that we often neglect.  These include salt and pepper shakers, tin openers – which should be washed … Read more

Reddit users share the worst ways they’ve messed up at work

People have been sharing the worst ways they’ve messed up at work, from store assistants to those who work in financial services.  Reddit user u/29thattempt kicked off the tell-all thread on the r/AskUK subreddit, telling other users: ‘I wanted to hear your mishaps to make me feel better about a mistake I’ve made at work today.’   … Read more

Burglary bounce predicted for 2021: Here are 14 ways to turn your home into a fortress

Britons are being urged to secure their homes against a potential surge of burglaries when lockdown ends. There was a 20 per cent drop in house burglaries last year compared to 2019, according to analysis of government crime figures by the home insurance company Hiro. Criminals’ overall takings were down by £103million in 2020 as … Read more

Batch-cook to feed the family… try these mouth-watering ways to fight type 2 and boost your health

Today, in the final part of our unique series, NHS GP Dr David Unwin explains why full-fat dairy is allowed on a low-carb regimen, while chef and food writer Katie Caldesi shows you quick recipes for batch-cooking to make it all even easier! Rich creamy sauces, butter melted on your vegetables and a healthy drizzle … Read more

Don’t let dognappers catch you napping: ingenious new ways to foil epidemic of theft 

Last month, the shooting of singer Lady Gaga’s dog-walker and theft of her French bulldogs shocked the world. But for millions of UK owners, it simply highlighted the frightening rise in dognapping. In 2020, incidences of the crime rose by 250 per cent in some areas, as demand for lockdown pets led to a shortage … Read more

Mum-of-two reveals the three inexpensive ways you can make your bedroom look and ‘feel’ like a hotel

Super-organised mum reveals the three easy ways you can make your bedroom look and feel like a hotel – and how to remove creases in sheets fast WITHOUT ironing A mum-of-two has revealed the inexpensive ways to improve your bedroom Chantel Mila, from Melbourne, said there are a few things she does each month Chantel … Read more

Food: Chicken, 7 amazing ways 

Food: Chicken, 7 amazing ways By Eleanor Maidment Published: 00:02 GMT, 7 March 2021 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 7 March 2021 Our favourite staple has been given a super-tasty makeover by YOU’s Eleanor Maidment Lime and chipotle chicken tinga tacos 5 TIPS FOR PERFECTLY COOKED CHICKEN 1 Just as with a steak, take your chicken … Read more

Rihanna is spotted out in NYC…after LVMH announced that it would be parting ways with Fenty

Rihanna dresses up her sweatpants and snow jacket with some white heels as she heads to French eatery Pastis in NYC By Sam Joseph Semon For Dailymail.com Published: 18:39 GMT, 6 March 2021 | Updated: 19:27 GMT, 6 March 2021 Rihanna was spotted out and about in New York City on Friday evening.  The entrepreneur … Read more