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Try this counter-intuitive trick if you're struggling to fall asleep

Health February 24, 2025 By Faima Bakar

Female hand holding recycable takeaway coffee cup over a bright red table

There's a glaring error with London coffee shop voted one of the world's best

Food February 21, 2025 By Courtney Pochin

Estella Kyriacou with her ???spider tent??? that she sleeps inside due to fear of arachnids. Release date February 19 2025. A woman with a crippling fear of spiders sleeps in a TENT on her bed - to protect her from creepy crawlies. Estella Kyriacou, 25, grew up terrified of arachnids and was horrified when she saw one in her room in her flat in Clapham, London, last year. She moved into a different room with her flatmate, Imogen Clarke, 26, for a while to avoid the critter. After eventually plucking up the courage to return to her own bedroom, she took drastic measures.

Woman with fear of spiders shares unique sleeping method to keep critters away

Health February 20, 2025 By Faima Bakar

One of Britain's narrowest homes ?The Doll's House cottage? in Porthleven, Cornwall, is on the market with a guide price ?235,000. Release date February 19 2025. One of Britain's narrowest homes built in a former alleyway and shaped like an IRON is on sale. The Doll's House cottage on Claremont Terrace in Porthleven, Cornwall is on the market with a guide price of ?235,000 The cottage was built in a former alley between two existing houses - and is just 3ft (0.91m) wide in places. The ground floor of the property covers 180 sq ft (16.7 sq m) and the first floor is slightly smaller at 159 sq ft (14.8 sq m) - meaning the total floor area is 339 sq ft (31.5 sq m). Agency Mather Partnership said the one-bedroom with sea views offers a "delightful blend of character and modern living".

This £235,000 home squeezed into an alleyway is just 91cm wide

Property February 20, 2025 By Faima Bakar

Everyone is crying over this tiny fish

Gen Z are sobbing over a video of a fish crying 'we're so proud'

Health February 17, 2025 By Faima Bakar

People are just realising the hidden meaning behind iconic chocolate bar

The hidden meaning behind shoppers' 'all-time favourite' chocolate bar logo

Food February 15, 2025 By Faima Bakar

Story from Jam Press (Throuple Life) Pictured: Left to right: Rachel, Aaron and Kasey at their ceremony. VIDEO: ?I was in a happy relationship for 20 years when we added a third partner ? people call her a gold-digger' A husband and wife who welcomed a third person into their relationship after 20 years say family members thought she was a ?gold-digger?. Rachael Meir, 43, had been married to her husband Aaron, also 43, for almost two decades when Kasey, 33, walked into their lives five years ago. Despite the haters and raised eyebrows, they held a triad commitment ceremony together in November 2023. And now the throuple consider themselves in a three-way marriage, doing everything regular couples do - sharing a bed, following a routine, working, going to concerts and travelling. Rachael and Aaron met Kasey via Bumble, and after chatting to a few people, Kasey, a customer training manager, was the first woman they decided to meet. But they admit that it didn?t initially go down too well with friends and family. ?At first there was a lot of shock and even fear,? Rachael, a psychologist from St. Petersburg, Florida, told What's The Jam. ?We were dropping a big change on them, and people naturally filled in the gaps with their own assumptions. ?Some common concerns we heard were: Rachael is actually a lesbian and will leave Aaron for Kasey, Kasey is a gold-digger or home-wrecker trying to take Aaron and Rachael?s money or break up their marriage, or Aaron is running off with the younger woman.? Rachael said they also get comments from people in public and online. She said: ?Some people assume Aaron must be wealthy or exceptionally well-endowed. ?Others see our relationship as morally or religiously wrong. ?Some mistakenly refer to Kasey and me as ?sister wives?. ?And many people predict it won?t last.? But over time, Rachael says their close circle saw their love deepen and began to come to terms with the relationship. She said: ?Most of them have become incredibly supportive. ?Education and open conversations helped break down misconceptions and now they encourage and celebrate our relationship. ?Our bond is just as meaningful and committed.? Rachael says she and Aaron, a compliance and operations manager, initially explored non-monogamy and opened up their marriage about 15 years ago through the swinging lifestyle. She said: ?Aaron and I were married and chose to open our relationship mostly because of my bisexuality. ?Over time, we transitioned from swinging to polyamory, and after intentionally searching for a triad dynamic, we found that connection with Kasey.? And Rachael says it?s being in a throuple is not too different from a monogamous relationship. She said: ?There are just three of us instead of two. ?We share a bed, follow a routine that includes going to the gym, working, walking the dog, cooking, doing dishes, watching shows, traveling, going out to eat, attending concerts, you name it. ?One of the biggest advantages is that there?s always someone to engage with. ?If one partner isn?t in the mood for something, it creates an opportunity for the other two to connect without pressure. ?We say it?s always a party, never a crowd. ?We prioritise intentional quality time. ?We rotate our schedule, plus we have a triad date weekly.? For the throuple, outside judgements don?t make a difference. Rachael added: ?Right now, we?re all on the same page and continue to build our life together as a committed triad. ?We emphasise differentiation of self - meaning we each communicate as individuals with our own identities while also working together to accommodate each other?s autonomy, freedom, and choices. ?And while some family members may not fully get it, they love us and ultimately just want us to be happy.? ENDS EDITOR?S NOTES: Video Usage Licence: (EXCLUSIVE) We have obtained an exclusive licence from the copyright holder. A copy of the licence is available on request. Video Restrictions: None.

I'm in a throuple with another woman — people say she wants to steal my husband

Sex February 15, 2025 By Faima Bakar

Istanbul views

'Sublime' city crowned Europe's most affordable city break for autumn

Travel October 8, 2024 By Faima Bakar

Green bathroom

'Hideous' 70s interior trend makes a surprising comeback in homes

Property October 7, 2024 By Faima Bakar

How to claim free coffee at Costa, Starbucks, Greggs and more this week

Food September 30, 2024 By Faima Bakar

Flying 3,000 miles to the home of Heinz was my ketchup-loving dream come true

Travel September 30, 2024 By Faima Bakar

Cadbury Chocolate

Cadbury fans divided over rare chocolate bar with flavour that sounds 'vile'

Food September 28, 2024 By Faima Bakar

2R08879 OLDHAM, UK-FEBRUARY 15, 2019-Illuminated view of Town hall in a Yorkshire Street with War memorial Sculpture in Oldham City, UK

'Miserable' town is one of the most in-demand spots for UK renters

Property September 30, 2024 By Faima Bakar

34-YEAR-OLD LAUREN SCOTT-BERRY WEARING HER WEDDING DRESS ON A PLAYGROUND SWING)7

My wedding was called off but I keep wearing the dress

Lifestyle September 28, 2024 By Faima Bakar

Fans think McDonald's have accidentally leaked return of beloved menu item

Food September 23, 2024 By Faima Bakar

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The superhero sex position that will make you marvel at your orgasm

Sex September 22, 2024 By Faima Bakar

Warning issued to anyone who pops into Tesco or Morrisons convenience stores

Shopping September 22, 2024 By Faima Bakar

This could be the weirdest Heinz collab

Heinz team up with Walkers crisps for their weirdest collab yet

Lifestyle September 22, 2024 By Faima Bakar

High street signs and logos including Burger King, Hungry Jacks, TK Maxx and TJ Maxx

The UK high street favourites known by other names in different countries

Shopping September 21, 2024 By Faima Bakar

Tesco makes big change to Clubcard prices for 'essential' Christmas items

Food September 23, 2024 By Faima Bakar

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