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Life’s a beach! With remote working on the rise, more people are relocating to the coast
Estate agents say families are looking for a new lifestyle since realising they can work remotely. Estate agents are reporting a surge in demand for seaside properties from workers eager to escape city life, with many believing the coronavirus pandemic will lead to a...
Restaurant queues are going virtual to help customers stay safe
Many venues have long been walk-in only and have relied on people lining up on the street outside, but are now taking bookings or using apps. Restaurants have emerged from hibernation and opened for business with impressive speed. Many welcomed diners back on “super...
66 year old gardener discovers turmeric for arthritis pain, but has life changing side effect. Read his story…
If you find yourself thinking you're going to be stuck on prescription medications for the rest of your life just to ease the pain of arthritis or joint pain, you should read the JointFuel360 testimonial William E. from Manchester just sent us. We hear far too often...
Best diet for over-55’s revealed but older people less likely to eat healthier
Just 58% of over-55's actively seek a better diet, compared with nearly 80% of 18 to 24- year-olds, according to a new poll. They say wisdom comes with age - but a survey has found older people are less likely to switch to healthier eating. Just 58% of over-55's...
Travel to Wales: 10 great walks to enjoy as lockdown restrictions ease
As Wales starts to open up again, Sarah Baxter recommends the best walking trails to enjoy that showcase its natural splendour. The acclaimed amble: Rhossili, Swansea Distance: 5 km; 2-3 hours The Ramblers’ Association voted this little bimble one of its top 10...
Warning issued about suspicious social media adverts
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) today issued a warning about a series of prize competition adverts appearing on social media. Mature Times reports that particularly visible on the Facebook platform, the call for users to “like and share” the advert...
‘Too early’ for British holidaymakers to be allowed to visit Ireland, new leader Micheál Martin says
Overseas arrivals in Ireland are still required to isolate for 14 days. Inews reports that Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said that it is too soon for British holidaymakers to return to Ireland without being quarantined. The country continues to ask overseas...
Staying safe: A useful guide to shielding
When cases of coronavirus rapidly escalated earlier this year, the UK government instructed those deemed most at risk of needing hospital treatment if diagnosed with Covid-19 to stay at home. These ‘shielding’ measures were designed to protect 2.2 million people and...
Blooming lovely! The Queen and royal family share favourite blooms to mark Chelsea Flower Show
Buckingham Palace also released photos taken by some of the royal family of their gardens in bloom. The Queen and members of the royal family have shared their favourite flowers to mark the start of the Chelsea Flower Show online. Buckingham Palace revealed that lily...
Coronavirus: UK drug trial for over-50s recruiting
A trial of potential coronavirus drugs aimed at over-50s, who are vulnerable to developing serious symptoms, is looking to recruit more UK volunteers. BBC News reports that over 500 GP surgeries are asking those with a new, continuous cough or high temperature to test...
‘Support bubbles’ for single households – how the system will work
Adults living alone or single parents living with children under the age of 18 are covered by the new arrangements. Boris Johnson has announced that single adult households in England will be able to form a “support bubble” with another household. Who is covered by...
More than 25% of over 50’s keep health issues a secret
'What is important to remember is a problem shared is a problem halved, and sometimes carrying the worries of a health issue can do more harm than good' The Independent reports that one in five over-50s are keeping their potentially serious health issues a secret, a...