A dating expert has urged singletons to be aware of engaging in a casual summer relationship; coining the term “knotting season” to describe the time of year. Summertime is an increasingly popular time to date, with countless events including weddings and birthdays now taking place in the sun. While you might be stepping out on a few first dates over the next few months, relationship expert Nicky Wake has warned against casual summer relationships without the proper preparation. The casual summer relationship has a new name, knotting seasonIn a press release earlier this week, Nicky Wake, the ...
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A “miracle juice” eyelash growth serum from the UK is being hailed as that must-have beauty product after users reported it working wonders on their lifeless eyelashes. When it comes to skincare and makeup, new products are constantly entering the market in hopes of shaking up your daily routine. From the Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Wands to unique packaging ideas that double as fidget toys, the world of beauty is an ever-expanding sea of possibilities. Beauty lovers are raving about the eyelash growth serumThis alleged miracle product comes straight from British company, UKLash, though it is ava...
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Americans are vowing to give up steak from Subway after a viral TikTok revealed how it arrives at the sandwich shop as a log wrapped in plastic. Eating at Subway is not just grabbing food, it’s an experience. From the minute you step through the door, you are carefully crafting your meal from the bread options to the wide array of sauces, many of which were just released in grocery stores. Why has social media taken issue with the Subway steak?The concerning video was shared earlier this week by the TikTok account How Food is Made (@howfoodismade), which, as you might have gathered, makes vide...
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Have you ever wondered why waiters repeat your order to you? To check they got it correct, right? Well, not exactly. That is part of it, but it’s actually a clever trick that will make you feel more satisfied, hopefully resulting in bigger tips. ‘Sales trick’ waiters useThe strategy is called mirroring, former FBI officer Chris Voss explained on the consumer psychology podcast Nudge. He was a hostage negotiator and is an expert in the techniques people use to negotiate things. “Mirroring is repeating the last one to three words that somebody just said, sometimes it could be one, never more tha...
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The parent company of the Pedigree dog food brand has announced a recall of their product over fears surrounding the potential presence of loose metal. Pedigree Dog Food is owned and operated by Mars Petcare, the biggest pet food brand in America and the fourth-largest privately held company in the United States as of 2022. Other brands under the Mars Petcare umbrella include Whiskas, Royal Canin, Banfield, NUTRO, Greenies, IAMS, and EUKANUBA. Everything you need to know about the Pedigree dog food recallOn Saturday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a statement that said Mars Pe...
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It’s not unusual to turn to food when you aren’t at your best, but eating the wrong thing worsens the problem. A nutritionist explains what is best to consume when sad or anxious. We are what we eat. Researchers and medical professionals are actively using social media to draw attention to the dangers of poor diet while debunking myths associated with the modern lifestyle, including comfort food. What not to eat when sad and anxious What’s the first thing you do when you are battling emotions like anxiety or sadness? Resort to your comfort food, right? Studies have shown that a craving for sal...
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Social media is infamous for propagating misconceptions about fitness and beauty, but ‘Runner’s Face’ isn’t one of them – it’s real. Running is a conventional exercise with several health benefits, as long as you follow the right practice and skincare routine. However, ‘Runner’s Face’ isn’t entirely avoidable. Dermatologist debunks myth about Runner’s Face Runner’s Face is a condition caused among people who run regularly and it’s believed to make a person look older than their actual age. Dr. Dray on TikTok debunked the myth claiming that all long-distance running naturally contributes to agi...
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There are loads of foods Americans and Brits have different names for. Courgette and zucchini, sweets and candy, crisps and chips, aubergine and eggplant – and the chicken sandwich! People across the pond are arguing over what a chicken sandwich actually is thanks to one viral Twitter (X) post which is the talk of the internet and has had more than 14 million views. The chicken sandwich debateIt all started on May 18 when a 20-year-old British student shared a picture of two different foods and wrote: “If Americans call the image on the left a chicken sandwich then wtf do they call the image o...
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Just when we thought the same mantra doesn’t work for all, a dating expert has revealed three compliments that can make any guy “fall for you.” Dating and relationships are risky territory to navigate if you aren’t well-versed with the rules, often unspoken. After settling the age-old debate about who pays the bill on a date and if you should go for a kiss in the first meeting, it’s time to find out how to get a guy to plan a fantastic first date, using the dating guru’s secrets. What to say to a man to make him fall for you There are books about techniques to woo a woman, but what about men? ...
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As vaping is more popular than ever, a heart surgeon has shared three reasons you shouldn’t use e-cigarettes. The electronic devices simulate tobacco smoking by inhaling vapor, a flavored liquid that contains nicotine. Three reasons why you shouldn’t vapeIn a viral TikTok video, Dr. Jeremy London said you should quit vaping for these three reasons: 1. You’re exposing yourself to more ‘smoke’First, he explained that as vaping has become “very socially acceptable,” you don’t have to go outside or to a designated area to use vapes like you do with cigarettes. As a result, people vape more than th...
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