Coach oversees rare win against Germany to set up quarter-final tie with Ukraine Twenty-five years after the lowest point of his career, The Quiet Man last night finally suppressed his tortured past. With his back arched, fists clenched in celebration, Gareth Southgate roared in triumph as his England side roared into the quarter-finals of …
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Continue readingOn a collision course to rock your world Do you know what happened on 30th June 1908? If not, the United Nation’s hopes to change that with the celebration of World Asteroid Day on 30th June- 2021 marking the 5th year of celebration. In 1908, on 30th June, Earth experienced the largest asteroid impact …
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Continue readingEngland will probably never have a better chance of ending their tournament hoodoo against Germany If a teacher wrote an end-of-term report on England and Germany’s progress into the knockout stages of Euro 2020, it would be a short, succinct “must, and can, do better”. This evening, the two most underwhelming sides in the …
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Continue reading5 tips to make a good first impression First impressions count and houses are no exception to this rule. Often known as ‘kerb appeal’- it’s the small details which can make a big difference when trying to catch the interest of potential buyers. Kerb appeal is basically what your house looks like from the …
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Continue readingYour kids haven’t- how to manage their emotions and ensure a smooth transition The day has arrived. Boxes are packed and ready to go. You’ve had the obligatory last coffee. It’s go time! Whilst you may be very excited to move house and start your next adventure, the chances are this decision was yours. For …
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Continue readingMust-try games kids will love When you think back to childhood summers what do you remember fondly? Chances are it’s not being glued to a tv-screen, it’s the fun you had outdoors with other people. Today, the options of screens have multiplied: TVs, I-pads, phones, kindles and games consoles, with many of the games …
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Continue readingHealthy snacks to make with the kids this summer Kids are obsessed with snacks. The constant refrain, ‘Can I have a snack?’ can seem never-ending. But snacks are important, they can keep hunger at bay between meals and can be a good source of nutrition. The problems begin, however, when snacks lead to main …
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Continue readingRe-purposing hidden spaces in your home It’s the classic problem: you bought your brand-new home. It was spacious, you almost rattled around in it and simply couldn’t envisage ever needing more storage or space than the abundance before you. Fast-forward a few years- a new partner, a cat, a dog and a couple of …
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Continue readingHow modern life has altered the dating scene If you speak to your grandparents or parents about how they met, you are often hit with misty-eyed reminisces of eyes catching across a busy dance floor or meeting through mutual friends. What follows next is the common reprimand of having to trust your potential beau …
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Continue readingPlay on or listen on- do music your way What are your plans for Monday 21st June? Will you compose a new piece on the piano? Choose some calming zen pieces to accompany your yoga practice? Browse Spotify for a new artist to explore? Why? Because 21st June marks World Music Day- an art …
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Continue readingExpect Scotland’s underdogs to bare their teeth in Group D clash Ever since Robert the Bruce gave King Edward II a good seeing to at Bannockburn more than 700 years ago this month, relationships been England and Scotland have been a bit spicey. Not that they were over-cordial beforehand, but by defying the odds …
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Continue readingMaking the most of your space With warmer weather approaching, now is the perfect time to re-vamp your outside space ready for entertaining. The first thing to look at is the size and orientation of your garden. What do you want to use the space for, entertaining (dappled sun or shade is often best …
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Continue readingEven if you can’t remember which box you put it in! Moving house is well known to be one of the most stressful things you can do, yet the lure of a new home is almost impossible to ignore. With the 30th June ‘end of stamp duty holiday’ deadline fast approaching, many are frantically …
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Continue readingThe apps you need to know about to enhance your summer ‘There’s an app for that’ is a phrase often banded about- for good reason, it really does seem these days that there is an app for just about everything. With the market flooded with competitors, it can be difficult to sort which apps …
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Continue readingWhy you need a dining room and how to decorate it With open plan kitchens flooding the market, you could argue that the traditional dining room is losing its place. The dining room should however maintain its established place of prestige in your home. Having a separate dining room offers a space which is …
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Continue readingThis Sunday is father’s day and if you’re struggling with gift ideas, we have you covered GLAMPING TRIP A glamping break might be the perfect way you and your dad, or your dad and his partner, can escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The beauty of a glamping pod is that you …
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