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Life's top unexpected moments of joy have been revealed
A third of people look for the ‘little unexpected joys’ to brighten their days.
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The Walking Dead channel to launch on ITVX this month
Additional platform partners are set to follow.
A boutique fashion show raises £462 for Wigan children's charity Daffodils Dreams
A summer fashion show has given a boost of several hundred pounds to Wigan children’s charity Daffodils Dreams
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Community rallies behind The Brick as a crowdfunder smashes a target to transform the food community
There are celebrations as a campaign to fund a welcoming Wigan community hub - where people struggling to make ends meet can access food and support - hits its cash target
A Wigan food firm and its packaging supplier are cutting waste with reusable containers that last six years
Long-running Wigan food ingredient firm Ellsey’s, famous for its vinegar, is part of a pioneering partnership when it comes to sustainability and reducing waste.
Looking for smoother make-up application? This bestselling e.l.f. primer could be worth trying
If your foundation never seems to sit quite right, it may not be because of your make-up at all, you may actually need one more make-up product.
This £26.99 oscillating fan deal has 360-degree rotation and five speed settings
The Wowcher offer features a low-power adjustable indoor fan with three height options, Type-C power, smart temperature monitoring and low-noise operation
Andy Burnham special : Prime Minister in waiting plots future in the north
In a special feature in the upcoming August issue of our sister title Insider, editor Simon Keegan speaks to some of those closest to Andy Burnham to discover what lies ahead for the de jure Prime Minister and where will the King of the North hold court? Here's a sample of the special report....
Five reasons fragrance should be the last step in your beauty routine
Moisturiser, makeup and hair styling often get all the attention, but many beauty lovers believe fragrance is the final step that brings an entire look together.
Stacey Solomon's 'best ice machine ever' is now on sale for £76.49 on Amazon
The TV star praised the ice machine during this summer's hot weather, calling it 'the best ice machine ever', and it's now available for less in Amazon's latest sale
Amazon’s £39.99 heated clothes airer deal includes a cover and 18 drying tubes
Amazon’s limited-time deal cuts the PurKeep heated drying rack by 50%, offering a foldable indoor airer with a cover, 18 heating tubes and compact storage for wet-weather laundry days
Brits swear by THESE six non-negotiable routines
Brits rely on six non-negotiable routines to achieve life goals – ranging from the weekly food shop and morning rituals to money management strategies.
The full list of candidates viying to be the Mayor of Greater Manchester after Andy Burnham's resignation is confirmed
The race to replace Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester Mayor stepped up a gear this week with the full list of contenders confirmed.
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Hardys 60L Multi Purpose Compost drops to £13.66 on Amazon
With more than 5,000 bags bought in the past month, this bestselling 60-litre compost has been reduced to £13.66 in a limited-time Amazon deal
I tried Dr Melaxin's exfoliating ampoule, and Boots is now the exclusive UK high street stockist
The Korean skincare favourite is now available exclusively at Boots on the UK high street, and I found it left my skin smoother and more radiant
I'm buying the Yoto Mini for my son this summer and here's why I love it so much
Long car journeys and family flights are much easier with the Yoto Mini.
Can't start the day without a tea or coffee? This 10-minute kit is designed to tackle stubborn stains
Daily cups of tea and coffee can leave stains on your teeth and impact your smile, but this bestselling at-home whitening kit promises professional-level results in as little as 10 minutes.
Roborock robot vacuum with self-emptying dock and 8000Pa suction drops to £169.99
Amazon’s deal cuts the Roborock Q7 L5+ by 43%, offering a self-emptying robot vacuum with mopping, anti-tangle brushes, LiDAR mapping and app control
Vodafone launches £25 unlimited SIM-only deal with £240 saving
The SIM-only deal is aimed at customers who want unlimited data without paying for a new handset.
Wigan Reform councillor allegedly called for former Conservative politicians to be shot
A Reform councillor in Wigan is “under investigation” by his own party after social media posts resurfaced which appear to show him calling for former politicians to “be shot.”