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Researchers reveal top body language signs to look at on your first date

The modern dating landscape can be a minefield at times, so wouldn't it be great if you knew how your date felt about you without having to ask?

Ahead of the new ITV2 show Ready To Mingle, which is set to start in September, the research team at Busuu has identified telltale body language signs to look out for on a first date.

A person's body language can hold thousands of...

Top 10 most popular bridesmaids dress colours overall

Make your bridesmaids happy on your wedding day by considering Rust Blush and Blue

Making any plans over the past year was harder than ever and so organising a wedding was no exception. With travel restrictions and social distancing guidelines constantly changing, the 2019-20 wedding season was extra chaotic. For many, this meant either postponing their big day by a year or two or going ahead with a ceremony smaller than planned.

Luckily, normality seems to be...

The Dublin accent is the most attractive accent across the UK and Ireland

The Dublin accent is the most attractive accent across the UK and Ireland, according to a new survey by leading coffee retailer Coffee Friend.

The research comes as Love Island fever grips viewers once again and people gear up for a summer of romance.

More than half of people (58%) found the Irish voice attractive, with only 13% finding it unattractive.

The Scottish...

Everything You Need To Know About Children's Toothpaste

Tooth decay is not only painful, but it can cause infinite amounts of problems. Untreated, it can cause sleep loss, infection, problems with eating and speaking, and disruption to school. What’s more surprising is that it is one of the most prevalent conditions that children face in the world.

Unlike some diseases, tooth decay affects the most deprived in society more than anyone...

A third of people planning to recreate an event or occasion they missed because of lockdown

Over half of Brits planning to ‘recreate’ a birthday for themselves or a loved one

After over a year of restrictions and lockdowns, fun-loving Brits are desperate to celebrate, with nearly a third of people planning to recreate an event or occasion they missed out on due to the pandemic in the coming months. 

The research, carried out by CEWE , Europe’s largest photo printing company, found this increased further amongst 18–34-year-olds, with 41% of people in this...

42% of people say they feel pressured to have an Instagram worthy day

Wedding costs increased by a massive £12,000 in 5 years

Now that Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted and we're in the height of summer in the UK, the number of weddings taking place has skyrocketed.

Holly Andrews, Managing Director at KIS Finance and personal finance expert shares 8 clever ways to cut the price of your post lockdown wedding!

There has always been pressure to have the perfect wedding day. However, in recent...

Most popular royal baby names revealed

So they got down on one knee, you said yes (or vice versa), and now you’re sporting your new sparkly engagement rings.

What’s next? Beyond being excited about getting married, perhaps you’re already dreaming about baby names and searching for future inspiration. Well, what better place to find your baby’s name than the royals?

Monarchies in Europe date back to prehistoric...

Main benefits of feeding your dog an all-natural diet

When you share your home with a beautiful and adorable four-legged friend, naturally, you want to do everything you possibly can to make them happy. Often, with dogs in particular, succumbing to their begging ‘puppy dog’ eyes feels as if you are showing them just how much you love them with every slice of pizza.

Tragically, however, not only are you teaching your cherished pet bad...

39% of Brits still consider finding a penny and picking it up to be good luck

75% of Brits are superstitious and wishing for good health

Millions of Brits refuse to walk under ladders, avoid crossing the pathway of a black cat, and are terrified of breaking a mirror, according to new stats.

Research from 888 Poker has found that almost three quarters (74%) of the British population describe themselves as ‘superstitious’, while less than half (44%) consider themselves ‘lucky’.

“Find a penny, pick it up, and...

New BBFC research into swearing habits of the UK

The BBFC has released new research into attitudes towards swearing which shows that while the use of strong language is on the rise, parents are keen to protect their children and do not want to see increased use of strong language in media content.

The research, carried out by Magenta, was commissioned to find out if parents would accept more frequent uses of strong* and very strong...