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Northern Ireland's Mark Allen. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Snooker world ‘fully behind’ Mark Allen in mental health battle

Matt Waterworth, founder of Better Without Booze, says the idea for the platform emerged from some of the most difficult periods of his life, including the loss of his mother, struggles with mental health and the impact of artificial intelligence on his career

Carrickfergus man turns addiction battle into app helping others stay sober

Woody and Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story 5 - Keeping kids hydrated this summer is easier with Disney Toy Story bottles

Make hydration fun with these Disney Toy Story Thermos bottles

To celebrate Toy Story 5 arriving in cinemas, ODEON is launching the 'Play Them Forward' toy collection campaign this weekend.

Ad Feature UK families are sitting on half a BILLION unused toys, study says

The survey goes far beyond finances, with respondents feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious when faced with money worries

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help

Over 50s say these stereotypes still exist because younger people make assumptions without experience.

The stereotype over 50s find most irritating is they’re bad with tech

We’ve found some of the best dual-drawer air fryer deals out there

The best cheap dual-drawer air fryer deals to buy this winter

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Women’s biggest barriers to participating in sport include the cost of participation, lack of access to suitable spaces – and equipment designed for men.

Women's biggest barriers to sport include the cost, access & equipment

80 per cent of Brits admit to being particular about things around their home.

Brits fume over ‘big light’, towel folds and seat snatchers

ThermoPest wants to highlight the proven success of controlled, high-temperature heat systems

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Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

Troy Deeney and Taylor Gardner-Hickman met football fans to discuss club community projects that help them support each other

Troy Deeney eyes up a move to MasterChef or The Great British Bake Off

45 per cent of Brits believe they spend more time talking to people digitally than they do in person

Gen Z most often experience feelings of loneliness, study reveals

Dual-drawer air fryers are perfect for family-sized meals - and they're cheap as chips right now

Best dual-drawer air fryer deals: family-sized air fryers from £39

Google Maps is a treasure trove of data

Ad Feature How Google Maps can help businesses learn more about their competition
Businesses are constantly on the lookout for ways to grow their company - but there’s one tool that’s often ignored, which can help them get ahead and keep track of the competition.
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Weight loss injections work as an appetite suppressant by mimicking a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)

Jackie McGregor: I am seriously contemplating weight loss jabs

42 per cent have skipped a running warm-up or cool-down

New runners are falling into common traps - here's how to spot them

Jamie Laing records a new spoken word track titled Morning People

Jamie Laing releases track to turn mornings into turbocharged triumphs

Many have turned tp tools such as spreadsheets to help them keep track

Brits' go-to money hacks revealed - and it includes 'no spend days'

Music in Mind and Place is all about the natural rhythms and melodies of nature through a green space, constructed to catch the elements from the breeze, through the rain and under the sun. Willowy grasses, ethereal planting and artwork in the form of an up-cycled mannequin dressed as a fairy entitled ‘Flourishing in Times of Change’ by Wendy Kelly, set the scene for this unusual garden, complete with a rain chain umbrella, helps communicate a message of resilience and achievement despite setbacks and challenges. While the colourful spiral backdrop design lends thought to how changes to the brain may uniquely affect how those with acquired brain injuries may perceive the world around them. With conservation in mind, the quirky rain chain, made from old cutlery, beads, crockery and hardware accessories, is designed to direct water to underground storage. Visitors will also notice an illuminated box sign, which simply uses the word ‘Hope’ which is perhaps the one word this small garden conveys in spade loads. The story behind the garden is linked to acquired brain injury, which may result from many issues such as stroke, accident, infections, hypoxia, tumours, metabolic or hypoxia/anoxia. An acquired injury is not present at birth and in many cases people affected may find life very different than it was before. Seedability linked with acquired brain injury charity, Brain Injury Matters to develop artworks for this garden. One of the Seedability garden designers, Sandy Carney said, “We very much enjoyed pulling this space together and working with Brain Injury Matters. The artwork developed by the charity’s participants brought a playful but poignant slant, to what can be a difficult message to communicate with planting alone. It is a challenge trying to include the many facets of acquired brain injury into such a compact space without making it overwhelming. Adding, We are absolutely delighted to be highly commended for this, our first attempt and importantly, given the opportunity to

Entries on a postcard: Highly Commended NI Bord Bia Bloom pop-up garden has acqu...

Lindsey Burrow, wife of late rugby legend Rob Burrow, plants wildflowers in his memory to mark Celebration Day (May 26)

Celebs share how they plan to remember loved ones this Celebration Day

Taylor Shaw is campaigning for football referees to wear body cameras after receiving verbal abuse

Top 20 rules changes football fans would like to see implemented

Emma and Matt Willis on board a Disney Cruise Line

Emma and Matt Willis test ‘perfect’ holiday formula

Olympic Champion Joe Fraser launches gymnastics club in Lichfield, UK

Ad Feature Olympic champion Joe Fraser launches UK gymnastics club

Sir Stephen Fry after being made a Knight Bachelor at an Investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, Berkshire. Picture date: Tuesday March 25, 2025. PA Photo.

Actor and broadcaster Sir Stephen Fry 'chuffed' to receive knighthood

73 per cent don’t know how much their employer currently spends on their monthly bills

A third of employees admit to being more wasteful at work than at home
Can you spot all the ways employees are wasting money?
Charlotte Minett

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans

The annual event is dubbed ‘the Oscars of the charity world’

Ad Feature Lisa Snowdon to host 8th Annual Smiley Charity Film Awards

Breast cancer survivor turns trauma into successful swimwear business

Lewis Robinson from North Belfast

Time to Talk about Mental Health: Survey reveals NI more reluctant to talk about...

62 per cent of people couldn't live without a washing machine

Over half of Brits could not live without a washing machine, new study

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed over half get a boost from having something to look forward to

Having a holiday to aim for is key to mental wellbeing, survey shows

Loneliness, which is often highlighted as a cause for concern at this time of the year because of Mary and Joseph's experience of trying to find accommodation in Bethlehem, is a great scourge

Ian Ellis: Christmas reminds us that there is always room for hope

A poll of 1,000 over-65s revealed that some want to get better at using technology - but feel held back

Over 65s are nervous to adopt new technology

25 per cent of families find the traditional process time-consuming and overwhelming

Ad Feature Families prefer online shopping for their cars than in-person

New podcast, 'Wise Words', caters exclusively for retirees - presented by David Hamilton

Over-65 spends less than an hour a day talking to other people

Problem of bins blocking pavements

Plan to bring in fines for bins left blocking pavements rejected by Minister

A study of 500 SME owners and decision makers highlighted that not having enough time to focus on all their expenditure is costing them nearly £350 each month on average

Small business owners say lack of time is costing them money

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Over half the nation struggle to cope with unexpected expenses

Boomers save most, but Gen Z reckon they make their money work harder

Giant pill box reminder for meals

Giant pill box reminder for meals

Peaceful Mind, Body & Soul Space

SOMA FEST 2024 creates peaceful mind, body and soul space in Castlewellan

The infinity pool outside my room at Mayia Exclusive Resort and Spa.

I never saw point of all-inclusive holidays but this place seduced me

First TV Dinners pop-up restaurant opens in London

Parents are stricter following the dangers of the digital world

If you have trouble sleeping at night, or in the morning, listening to something relaxing might help

These clever gadgets let you discreetly listen to music in bed

Brits have turned to a cuppa for these 20 reasons

Will Young has a big 2024 planned (Photo: Jamie Noise 2024)

Will Young on new album and missing his dogs as he announces huge tour

Kelly Jones Picture: James D Kelly

Stereophonics’ Kelly Jones on the process of creating new solo album

The top 10 financial regrets of UK adults

Calathea (prayer plant) has large, striking leaves

A guide to hardy houseplants

Closeup of a man looking away in deep thought , depression

Mental health challenge faced by young farmers a concern for 95% in industry

Many parents don't have a fire escape plan for their homes

Dragons' Den star Sara Davies gets crafty for Christmas

Dragons' Den star Sara Davies gets crafty for Christmas

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