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Upgrading to a new smartphone isn’t cheap. Flagship devices keep climbing in price, and it’s easy to feel like the only option is to pay the full amount and move on. But there’s a good chance you’re already sitting on...

Free nationwide CPR and defibrillator awareness event returns on 1st October 2026 Schools across the UK are being invited to take part in Restart A Heart Live 2026, a free, interactive livestream that aims to equip the next generation with...

Loading up the car for a family holiday usually involves a whirlwind of packing bags, wrangling children, and trying to remember if you locked the front door. Before you pull out of the driveway, you need to turn your attention...

Grubs are enjoying a very busy 2026 with several highly successful new product launches as well as collaboration and involvement in various worthy local causes. The Company is extremely proud to have won the SME of the year AWARD for...

Lupilu, Europe’s No. 1 Wooden Toy Brand is returning to Lidl stores with their Biggest Ever Toy Event, just in time for shopping season At prices that don’t break the bank, the range includes over 140 toys from as little...

A night out doesn’t necessarily have to be covered in alcohol. In fact, more and more people prefer alcohol-free alternatives to retain control, be able to drive back home and even avoid next-day hangovers. Fortunately, there are loads of alcohol-free...

From Tuesday, 22nd September, every Happy Meal® will include one of the 12 exclusive Build-A-Bear Workshop® mini plush bag clips, giving families a new furry friend to take wherever they go. Some fun, some food and it’s all inside this...

The future has never been entirely predictable, but right now, it may feel more overwhelming than normal. Rising living costs, an ageing population and housing challenges are all influencing how households approach long-term planning. Rather than simply reacting to change,...

Practical Guidance for Everyday Life Supporting parents, carers and families through difficult times. Written and narrated by Eric Cuthbert, founder of My New Future CIC Prefer listening? Click below to hear Eric read this article. https://mynewfuture.org/future-starts-here/september_2.mp3 Every family faces challenges....

New research from Aviva shows many people don’t know temperate rainforests can help tackle climate change These rare habitats are critical to the UK’s biodiversity and climate resilience Aviva, as part of its 100-year programme with The Wildlife Trusts, teams...

The right computer can last you the better part of a decade without needing to worry about tinkering with the hardware or upgrading if you pick the right model for your needs. Ultimately, computer requirements aren’t advancing quickly enough to...

Begin with what your child needs to understand Parents often want to protect children from difficult family circumstances by saying as little as possible. That instinct is understandable, but children may already have noticed changes in routines, tension between adults...

Keep Britain Tidy celebrates the inspiring impact of Eco-Schools as report reveals environmental achievements made by schools, teachers and young people Schools and nurseries across the country are showing that small changes really can add up to a big difference,...

Autumn is here and with it the unpredictable weather Grubs is ready with a new range of kid’s footwear to protect little feet, allowing them to play out no matter what the weather or conditions. Splish is a new kids...

One release clearly wasn’t enough. Following the success of last year’s launch, the beloved BIBS X Moomin collaboration returns, introducing a new series of story-driven designs. The drop spans Colour pacifiers, De Lux pacifiers, pacifier boxes, clips, and gift sets,...

Internet Matters warns that rise of AI is accelerating spread of misinformation amongst children A new UK-wide survey of 2,000 parents and 1,000 children by online safety experts, Internet Matters reveals that: Three-quarters of parents (73%) now say they are...

World Book Day unveils 18 new £1/€1.50 books that children can choose for free with a World Book Day book token, as the charity celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2027 World Book Day will be celebrated on Thursday 4...

In surveys, people in the UK tend to list moving house among the most stressful life events. It’s up there with divorce and bereavement. But it’s fair to say that the stress involved with this process can easily be mitigated...

Practical Guidance for Everyday Life Starting a new school is a major milestone in a child’s life. Written and narrated by Eric Cuthbert, founder of My New Future CIC Prefer listening? Click below to hear Eric read this article. https://mynewfuture.org/future-starts-here/september_1.mp3...

Two children and several hundred night-time changes later, here is what earns its place in the drawer at every stage. There is a specific kind of despair that only exists at 3am, and it is shaped like a row of...

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