All news by author: Gemma Strong

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You've been using Christmas gift bags all wrong - clever hack makes life easier
Looking for a simple and chic way to wrap your Christmas presents this year? Look no further; one savvy mum has shared her top tip using gift bags and it's so smart
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'I tasted chocolate truffles from M&S, Aldi, Tesco and Waitrose - one stood out'
Fancy treating yourself to some indulgent champagne chocolate truffles this Christmas time? Reporter Alison Brinkworth has found a clear - and affordable - winner
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Prince Harry's unusual reaction if he bumped into his late grandmother the Queen
Prince Harry might have had a close relationship with his late grandmother, the Queen, but he still had the same reaction whenever they unexpectedly crossed paths
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'I'm a 58-year-old virgin who won't touch a man - it gives me so much freedom'
A woman who has been proposed to 15 times lives isolated in the wilderness as a 58-year-old virgin. She says her lifestyle choice has given her more freedom that she'd ever get with a husband
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'Perfect' Kate's harrowing bullying experience forced her out of school
Future Queen Kate attended Downe House in Cold Ash, Berkshire - but she left in the middle of the term after experiencing some terrible bullying from her classmates
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Kate's rare tiara sends hidden message about her future - and bond with Charles
Princess Kate surprised royal fans when she debuted a new tiara at a state banquet - and it says a great deal about her strong bond with her father-in-law, the King
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Alfie Boe finally settles debate on whether Die Hard is a Christmas film or not
With its high bodycount and high-octane action, Die Hard has long divided viewers over whether it's a Christmas movie or not. Now singer Alfie Boe has had his say on the debate - in the best possible way
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Quality Street fans spot their favourite sweet in bar form - and it's only 59p
The Purple One is the nation's favourite Quality Street with 1 in 5 (21%) of the people naming the hazelnut and caramel-filled classic as their number one choc in the tin
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Harry's chilling thought when he saw William and Kate get married
Prince Harry was right by Prince William's side when he married Kate Middleton in 2011. But he had a prophetic thought as he saw the newlyweds leave Westminster Abbey as husband and wife
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Air fryer sweet potato recipe makes them deliciously 'crunchy' but 'soft inside'
An air fryer lover has shared her super simple method that ensures perfectly crispy and crunchy sweet potato fries - will you be giving her recipe a go?
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Your dehumidifier is in the wrong place - and it could be costing you more money
Experts are warning dehumidifier fans that placement is key when battling condensation and the risk of mould. If it's in the wrong place, it could cost you more cash in the long run
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Gynaecologist shares funny habit she wishes women would stop during appointments
A gynaecologist has answered some of the most pressing questions she gets asked - and reveals the one habit she wishes woman would stop doing at appointments
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American couple reveal things in British houses that 'make no sense' to them
A couple who relocated from the States have made a list of some of the most surprising things they have learnt about British homes - and it's features you probably haven't even thought about
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Meghan Markle's first move that made her wife material in Prince Harry's eyes
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been married for five years - and the royal has previously spoken about the moment he knew he had 'found what he was looking for'
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'I pulled my 12-year-old daughter out of school to focus on influencer career'
A mum has opened up about her decision to pull her young daughter out of school so she can focus on growing her influencer empire - and it's left some people feeling conflicted
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'Whimsical' baby name meaning 'ray of sunshine' is a firm favourite for 2024
Experts have shared their predications for baby names in 2024 - and one sweet retro-chic girl's name that means 'sun ray' really stands out, thanks to it 'whimsical divine vibe'
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Cleaning pro shares amazing 3p trick to make your towels hotel-room fluffy
There is a very simple hack that will help keep your bath towels softer and cosier for longer, just like they would be in a hotel – and it costs just pennies to do
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Sweet baby name surging in popularity is loved by parents of girls and boys
A lovely baby name is rising in the popularity charts as the gender-neutral trend continues to make its way into 2024, experts have predicted. It's a must-pick for parents-to-be
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Panic-ridden dad in just his boxers saves wife and baby's lives using shoelace
Dan Sparrow leapt into action when his wife Vick went into labour early in their living room - and his quick-thinking helped save the life of their newborn baby son
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Touching way dog due to be put down made the best of her last hours alive
One woman reached out to strangers as she spent her final hours with her beloved Shih Tzu Looby before her pet dog had to be put down. The response was very touching
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Mum wears 10p evening gown she spotted in charity shop to black tie event
Thrifty mum-of-two Nina Dixon is able to pick up luxury brands including Ralph Lauren, Givenchy, and Hugo Boss for her family for under a fiver - here's how she does it
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'Annoying neighbour refused to repair her fence - so I got my own back'
A man has revealed how he took revenge on his neighbour after they refused to replace a fence panel - but not everyone agrees with how he dealt with the matter
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Uber Eats delivery driver reveals exactly how much money she makes per delivery
One woman has shared a day in her life as a delivery driver, describing it as 'the perfect side hustle for stay at home mums'. And her video has gone viral, watched more than 1.2 million times
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'I put panettones from Aldi and Lidl head to head - one is a real crowd-pleaser'
Panettone is an Italian type of sweet bread and fruitcake, originally from Milan, which has become a popular Christmas treat over in the UK. Kirsty Bosley is on the hunt to see whether Aldi or Lidl have the best offering this year
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Jamie Oliver's 'foolproof' tip for fluffy rice is 'simple' and takes 8 minutes
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has shared his 'foolproof' and 'hassle-free' method for cooking rice, which ensures 'light' and 'fluffy' grains every single time