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1 week ago | 
ca.style.yahoo.com | Marie-Claire Dorking |Charlotte Thomas
Giant hogweed grows beside rivers, on common ground and near woodland. (Getty Images)As the weather gets warmer, many of us are spending more time outdoors. But if you're going for a walk this spring, it pays to keep an eye out for giant hogweed. Particularly if you have children or pets who like to explore. Giant hogweed is an invasive species that can be found growing wild along riverbanks, on common ground, and at the edges of woodland in the UK.
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1 week ago | 
goodhomesmagazine.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
While many of us think of TikTok as the go-to for grumpy cat memes and viral dances, those looking to spruce up their home or try out a new cleaning hack are increasingly turning to the video-sharing platform for decorating or decluttering advice. While there’s a whole wealth of clips from content creators promising quick-fix solutions to common household dilemmas, not all the tips and tricks shared will have the desired effect.
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2 weeks ago | 
goodhomesmagazine.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
Scooch over, hygge there’s a new Scandi wellness movement on the block – and it’s having an equally big impact on home décor. Welcome to the mindfully balanced world of Lagom interiors. More of a philosophy than a trend, Lagom hails from Sweden and translates literally as “just the right amount.”Effectively it means understanding when enough is enough and finding moderation rather than constantly wanting more.
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2 weeks ago | 
ca.style.yahoo.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
Rupert Grint and Georgia Groome have welcome their second child. (Getty Images)Harry Potter star Rupert Grint and his long-term girlfriend, Georgia Groome, have welcomed their second child. Five years after the birth of their daughter Wednesday, the pair were spotted out and about with their newborn in Hampstead this weekend, before the Ron Weasley actor officially announced the news on Instagram.
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4 weeks ago | 
goodhomesmagazine.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
Interior Design Masters is back for a sixth series and we’re already hooked. The ultimate crash course in interior design sees host, Alan Carr, welcome ten rookie designers looking for their big break in the home décor landscape. Overseen by interiors guru, Michelle Ogundehin, and several notable guest judges including Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen, the contestants cut their design teeth on weekly challenges to win a collaboration contract with John Lewis to produce their own line of home furnishings.
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1 month ago | 
ca.style.yahoo.com | Marie-Claire Dorking |Charlotte Thomas
Easter is nearly here, the supermarkets are full of Easter eggs and many of children are already enjoying the odd chocolatey treat. However, a charity has warned parents to take extra care when giving young children Mini Eggs. The Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) says Cadbury’s Mini Eggs could pose a choking hazard and risk to very young children. The charity has advised the pastel-hued eggs are the "perfect size" to get stuck in a young child’s throat and block their airways.
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1 month ago | 
goodhomesmagazine.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
Pistachio is having a serious moment. While its popularity could be attributable to various factors, the viral Dubai chocolate likely has a pretty significant role to play. The luxury bar, known for its creamy pistachio filling has created something of a zeitgeist around the humble ingredient, with TikTok going nuts (pardon the pun) for all things pistachio-related – from ASMR videos of the bar’s hypnotic crunch to copycat recipes of everything from cocktails to crepes.
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1 month ago | 
ca.style.yahoo.com | Kate Ng |Marie-Claire Dorking |Charlotte Thomas
New research has found 'wide variation' in the use of prostate cancer testing across the UK. (Getty Images)A new at-home spit test for prostate cancer may be better than current blood tests, a new study shows. The simple saliva test has been developed by experts and works by analysing genetic variants in a man's DNA. And, according to the study, it appears to work better than the current way of assessing prostate cancer risk.
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1 month ago | 
ca.style.yahoo.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
Maximising your freezer's potential could help you reduce food waste, eat better and save money. (Getty Images)Many of us are worried about money at the moment. While the economic uncertainty isn't something we can control, there are small steps we can all take to cut costs, from getting more savvy with your food shop to kicking some standby power habits. An easy, and instant, win is maximising your freezer's potential.
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1 month ago | 
goodhomesmagazine.com | Marie-Claire Dorking
When it comes to the interior design of your home, there’s a lot to think about. From working out the paint colours that will look best in different rooms to deciding on the overall feel you want to achieve – there are so many elements to consider. But one fundamental factor that isn’t always given the attention it needs is the layout. “Layout is unbelievably important,” George Clarke tells Good Homes. “If you don’t get the layout right nothing else feels right.
