MILLIONS of people on Universal Credit and benefits will start getting much-needed cash within days to help in the cost of living crisis. The first half of a £650 cost of living payment from the government will hit bank accounts from July 14. The help was first announced in May by former Chancellor and wannabe […]

There’s nothing like a quick swipe of a lip colour to instantly update your makeup look. And this summer, forget about bold matte lipsticks – lightweight, comfortable lip tints, balms and glosses are the most on-trend way to enhance your pout. But don't just take our word on this. From barely-there balms and plumping glosses […]

Born at just 22 weeks, Jade Crane’s twins were given a 0% chance of survival. Derbyshire-based Jade, 40, and her husband Steve, 52, were told their newborns were “medical waste.” But now, at eight months old, Harley and Harry are thriving. Here, their determined mother tells their story of fear, hope and happiness… “A flurry […]

Most women experience symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) during their period, such as mood swings and feeling bloated – but for others it can be extremely painful. Periods usually last between three and eight days, but on average they continue for five days, with heavier bleeding usually experienced on day two. However, for women who […]

Trooping the Colour: George, Charlotte and Louis bow heads We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Kate Middleton and her three children, […]

HE is on a mission to help our pets  . . . and is here to answer YOUR questions. Sean, who is the head vet at tailored pet food firm tails.com, has helped with owners’ queries for ten years. He says: “If your pet is acting funny or is under the weather, or you want to know about […]

That didn’t take long! The race for No.10 is already mired in claims of affairs and money laundering… and guess which master of the dark arts is already dripping in the poison, writes GLEN OWEN It is already being called the ‘dirtiest Tory leadership race in history’, with wild stories about prostitutes, affairs and money […]

IAN GALLAGHER: Rishi Sunak has been ‘plotting since Christmas’, but some scenes were noticeably absent from his flashy campaign video Everyone loves a tale of triumph over adversity. And these days a humble-origins back story is a trusty weapon in the politician’s arsenal. If you can boast a tower-block childhood and a single mother or, […]

The road to comedic success can be hard. From awkward open mic nights and handing out gig flyers to pedestrians, to begging for a support slot on an established comedian’s tour – it’s a grind, often without reward. But for today’s aspiring quipsters, there’s a new adage: If you can make it on TikTok, you […]

School is almost out and the highly awaited summer holidays can begin soon – and they’re being greeted by aheatwave in the UK. With this year being the first in a while where Covid hasn’t been a major factor deterring people against travelling abroad, we bet there’s plenty of families just gearing up to pack […]