All news by author: Lucy Marshall

This optical illusion maths puzzle is said to sharpen your focus and help workout your concentration skills. The challenge initially seems easy but may leave many scratching their heads

A woman married her prisoner boyfriend over the phone after writing to him and speaking on the phone for over a year. The couple hope for a 'big future' together when he gets out

Teenager Keisha says she has 'never felt love or appreciation' like she has from her 60-year-old boyfriend Dimitrios Fotis. Despite their happiness the pair have been inundated with backlash

Esther Sturrus, 22, has revealed the one type of passenger that cabin crew members dread seeing, and revealed people who don't keep their items stored properly can be bothersome

A group of mums managed to spend just £102 on an 18-hour trip to Milan, and went to a spa, restaurants, as well as tourist attractions. It still cost them less than a UK spa

People who tried the hack say it takes 'less than five seconds' to work, will cost you less than £1, and save you from calling or forking out money on plumbing services

A woman's 'heart aches' as she 'doesn't know where to turn'; she wants to leave her partner of six years in a bid to pursue her boyfriend's brother who she 'fantasises' about

Retired dad-of-two Mike says ditching Starbucks, new gadgets, and tips abroad could be the secret to saving money and enabling early retirement. He was on a mission to retire at a young age and was able to ditch work in his early 20s

Wellness shots could be beneficial this Christmas period to aid with debloating, weight loss, energy boosting, boosting our metabolism, and help those suffering with seasonal flu

A number of Spanish families protect an unusual log at Christmas time before hitting with it sticks and singing, as it 'poops out presents' as part of long-standing festive tradition

The first song heard in space was a Christmas hit. It was played nine days before Christmas Day in 1965, when two astronauts used instruments to play a classic festive tune after reporting they 'spotted a UFO' to Mission Control

The skincare trick is said to help ease acne and help skin look younger, less inflamed, and more hydrated than usual. Some say they have sworn by the cheap trick for years

The 'uvas de la suerte' tradition comes from Spain and is also observed in parts of Latin America. If you strictly follow the ritual on New Year's Eve it could bring great luck for the new year

A 28-year-old woman was pressured to explain why she was not drinking at her sister's baby shower, but when she revealed she has breast cancer, she was called an 'attention seeker'. The incident has left their relationship torn

Christmas was banned in England in the 1600s and decorations, parties, and feasting were all forbidden. Other countries followed and some parts of the world still do not allow festive celebrations

A mum who asked for assistance to Photoshop her stepson out of a family photoshoot has been has been slammed online. People said they felt 'genuinely sad' and 'heartbroken' for the little boy

The parcel was returned just hours into Christmas Day. It was one of 419 sent back to a Collect+ store by people who clearly weren't impressed with what they opened on Christmas morning

The 'awesome' window hack is easy to follow and is said to reduce heat loss 'by 50 percent'. It makes them 'look nice', offering a 'really pretty effect' in your home

The name means 'wealth' and is said to be perfect for a little boy who makes the world his own and can guide those around him with ease. The trendy name is loved by a number of celebrities

Getting out into the garden after a busy Christmas Day could be the perfect way to get some exercise while ticking off your outdoor jobs list so you are left with a more pleasant garden come spring

There are three unique and easy ways you can turn your left over meat, pigs in blankets, mince pies, and trimmings into delicious toasties to enjoy this Boxing Day

If you have Christmas Day leftovers sitting in your fridge, there is a 'not too tricky' way you can turn the food into a delicious meal for the whole family, thanks to Jamie Oliver's unique recipe

A student and expecting mother was struggling to heat up her cold apartment, but found a quick, simple, and easy way to warm up her home without having to spend any more on bills

A woman was left furious for 17 years after her parents never attended her graduation, as they were 'too skint' after attending another huge family event - but she felt pushed out

Mirror reporter Lucy Marshall refused to buy more oven trays to cook her Christmas dinner, and instead cooked a big festive feast in an air fryer. It took some time to work out how to do it - the results were shocking