All news by author: Courtney Pochin

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Decorator warns against painting trend that makes your home look much 'smaller'
An interior design expert has shared some of the biggest blunders she's seen clients make when painting their homes - including adding accent walls and making a space seem smaller
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'I spent hours making special Easter lunch - mother-in-law ruined it in seconds'
A mum has shared her upset after spending ages preparing an Easter lunch and nice dessert for her family, only for her mother-in-law to turn up with her own food instead
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'I didn't buy any Easter eggs for my stepkids - my husband is absolutely livid'
A woman was left feeling frustrated after her husband complained that she hadn't purchased any Easter eggs for his children as he also hadn't bought any for them
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Woman livid as 'entitled Insta-mum' spoils son's Easter egg hunt to take a photo
A mum has shared her fury after a fellow parent disrupted her son's Easter egg hunt so that she could take a photo of her own children and she didn't want him in the shot
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Expert explains why Easter eggs taste much better than regular chocolate
A chocolate expert has explained why Easter egg chocolate often seems to taste better than regular chocolate bars and it's all because they are made differently
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'It's been 10 months but I still regret my baby's name - it's just not right'
A mum has turned to the internet for some much-needed advice after getting in a 'total fluster' over her daughter's name and wondering if it's too late to change it
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Food expert shares two-second oil trick to make 'most impressive' roast potatoes
This weekend many people will be tucking into an extra special Sunday Roast as part of their Easter celebrations, and a foodie expert has shared some savvy tips to take yours to the next level
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Man's method for eating hot cross buns lambasted as 'crime against humanity'
A man has sparked outrage online after sharing a snap of the way he likes to eat his hot cross buns at Easter time and many, including his own partner, were disgusted
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Mum slammed for wanting to name baby after criminal - due to unfortunate surname
An expectant parent has come under fire online for wanting to give her unborn son the same name as an infamous criminal, even though she has a good reason for wanting to use the moniker
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'I've banned neighbour parking on my land - he's livid but it's not my problem'
A homeowner has told how they've banned their neighbour and their new tenant from parking on a piece of land that they own, as they cheekily want to use it everyday
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Unexpected method Nestlé uses to make Easter eggs - and it only takes 15 minutes
Ahead of Easter Sunday, we've taken a look behind the scenes at the Nestlé chocolate factory to discover how the team creates their popular Easter eggs and their method might surprise you
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Woman shares sneaky trick that lets you hang up on someone without seeming rude
Sometimes hanging up the phone is the only way to get out of an awkward or unwanted conversation, but how do you do it without seeming too rude? A woman has gone viral for sharing her sneaky trick for just this
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'I'm having twins and my ex's girlfriend demands I give one of them to her'
A mum-to-be has caused a stir online after sharing the absurd request her ex's new girlfriend made after finding out that she was going to be giving birth to twins
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Expert explains how to 'fix' split ends and breakage while keeping your length
A top trichologist, who specialises in all things to do with the hair and the scalp, has explained why it's better to get regular trims instead of getting one big cut twice a year
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Boiler expert shares two-second tap trick to help save you money on energy bills
A boiler expert has shared his top tips and tricks to get your household heating systems ready for the coming months, to reduce your energy usage and help you save money on your bills
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Interior design pro shares bedroom paint mistake that can 'suck life' out of you
An interior design expert and colour psychologist has explained some of the biggest mistakes people make when decorating their homes, including paint colours to avoid
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Psychologist warns of job interview mistake people make when asking about salary
A top organisational psychologist has shared a look at some of the dos and don'ts of job interviews - including the biggest mistakes people make that could see them miss out on the role
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'I love an Eastenders name for my baby - but people say it's inappropriate'
A mum has shared the sweet baby name she and her partner are considering for their little girl, inspired by an Eastenders character, but people aren't keen on the moniker
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Psychologist's two key questions that will tell you if you need to quit your job
If you're struggling at work and are wondering if it might be time to look for another job, an organisational psychologist has shared the two crucial questions you need to ask yourself
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Man takes petty revenge on 'badgering' boss who keeps nagging about deadlines
A man has sparked an entertaining conversation after sharing the 'pettiest' thing he regularly does at work and many people have shared their own tales of revenge
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'My neighbour won't stop parking in front of my house - so I got petty revenge'
A man has shared the petty way he decided to get his own back on his neighbour who keeps parking in his space in front of his house instead of using her own spot
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'We tried ice cream with hidden vegetables - it's a game-changer for fussy kids'
If you struggle to get your little ones to eat their vegetables there's a new product that's hit supermarket shelves that could be a game-changer for fussy eaters
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Nutritionist shares best foods for sustenance during Ramadan - and what to avoid
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims will be fasting from dawn to sunset, so when it's finally time to eat and drink, it's vital to ensure you're giving your body all the sustenance it needs
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Woman who hasn't shaved in two years finally feels 'comfortable' in her own skin
A woman has shared her 'love' for her leg and armpit hair after she decided to embrace it two years ago and stop shaving, revealing she now feels 'comfortable in her own skin'
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Little-known iPhone holiday hack will help you translate anything you want
Apple has shared a little-known hack travellers can use to translate pretty much anything they want, in order to get the absolute most out of their upcoming holidays