Yogurts recalled over contamination fears Do you have any of these yogurts in your fridge? Yogurts from some of the UK’s leading Supermarkets have been recalled after a warning that some of them may be contaminated with rubber. The yogurts in question are all supplied by YeoValley but sold under supermarket own brand names. The […]
Read moreTesco giving freebies to children to encourage healthy eating!
Tesco giving freebies to children to encourage healthy eating! The battle to try and get children to eat healthier is ongoing. However, after a successful trial in a number of Tesco stores, they will be doing their bit by offering free fruit to children when they shop in store. Parents everywhere are praising the scheme and […]
Read moreDon’t Buy Branded Medicine
Don’t buy branded medicine, always go for the generic brand. It’s not a myth, you really are simply paying for a brand name! I have updated this post as the press have picked up on branded/generic medication rip offs. I have been telling everyone about this for the past year and have first hand experience […]
Read moreThree things to leave off your CV
Three things to leave off your CV A study of recruiters using eye-tracking behaviour software has shown that recruiters spend a mere six seconds making their initial evaluation of a CV. Space on your CV is limited and you want to make sure that everything on there is adding real value to your application. You […]
Read moreHow To Opt Out Of Junk Mail
How To Opt Out Of Junk Mail We all know just how annoying junk mail can be. Receiving mail we do not want, need or care about. The Royal Mail’s door to door service now allows you the option to receive no junk mail. The opt out service only applies to unaddressed mail. This means that […]
Read moreIs car insurance about to get more expensive?
Is car insurance about to get more expensive? Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the forecourt and get yourself a shiny new car, it turns out that UK motorists are likely to be hit with a hefty increase in the cost of car insurance policies in George Osborne’s next budget. […]
Read moreTop 3 tips for choosing a student account
Top 3 tips for choosing a student account Various studies have shown that people typically stay loyal to their bank for an average of 17 years. With the likelihood that you’ll be sticking around for a while, it’s no wonder that banks are so keen to provide so many perks and rewards to entice young […]
Read moreHow psychology could help you ace a job interview
How psychology could help you ace a job interview Job interviews are stressful situations. Few people look forward to them. So here are a few psychological techniques to help you ace your next one: Use reflective listening In other words, listen to what’s being said very carefully and reflect it back to the questioner. It’s […]
Read moreBrantano Up to 70% Off Sale
Brantano Up to 70% Off Sale Currently, Brantano are having an up to 70% off sale. Brantano have brands such as Bench, Skechers, Emilio Luca X, Clarks and many more. They have sales on men’s, women’s and children’s shoes. They also have some bags and children’s toys on sale. Men’s shoes, starting from just £4: Skechers Status […]
Read more5 things not to do in a job interview
5 things not to do in a job interview There are lots of things which people will advise you to do in order to land your dream job, but we’ve put together a list of our top five things not to do in interviews. 1. Don’t fail to give an example The interviewer asks you […]
Read moreOld wives’ tales: true or false?
Old wives’ tales: true or false? Did you believe any of these? Old wives’ tales are steeped in tradition, originating hundreds of years before modern medicine, the internet and other discoveries and inventions that have changed our lives. So why do we still believe advice that seems little more than folklore when our world today […]
Read moreIce Bucket Challenge Donations Leads To A Breakthrough
Ice Bucket Challenge Donations Leads To A Breakthrough The charity stunt, known as the ice bucket challenge, funded ALS research through donations from participants. This research carried out, led to the discovery of a new ALS gene. The Ice Bucket Challenge was a viral craze in the Summer of 2014. The challenge was to pour […]
Read moreThe problem with chicken pox parties
The problem with chicken pox parties There’s a new sort of party doing the rounds, and it won’t be one where you come away with a goody bag and a slice of cake. In fact, you may come away with something a little more undesirable – but for some parents, that’s what makes them the […]
Read moreAre You Eligible For A Blue Light Savings Card?
Are You Eligible For A Blue Light Savings Card? Did you know, if you are employed at an emergency service you may be eligible to receive a blue light card? This card is completely free and allows you to get discounts on high street stores, restaurants and more. You will also be able to get […]
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