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Name A Star Gift: What You Actually Get (and What Isn’t Official)
Few presents sound as romantic as a star with someone’s name on it. It’s a favourite for anniversaries, new babies, milestone birthdays and, more and more, for remembering someone we’ve lost. But if you’ve ever looked into it, you’ll know the questions start quickly. Is it real? Is it official? Can you actually see it? Here’s an honest guide to what a name a star gift is, what it isn’t, and how to choose one you’ll be glad you bought. The constellation of Orion, a winter favourite in UK skies. Photo: Zdeněk Bardon/ESO, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons First things first: is it official? No, and any company that tells…
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The Snowman enchants at the Birmingham Rep
A new version of the enchanting Christmas special The Snowman made a triumphant return to the place where it all started last night, when it opened at the Birmingham Rep, once again delighting audiences of all ages. The timeless story of a little boy whose snowman comes to life and takes him on a unforgettable adventure is a delight, and in the charming Tate, it has a truly adorable leading man. The Snowman is based on the classic Raymond Briggs story that was later turned into a animated film that is now a perennial classic, with the beautiful ‘Walking in the Air’ as much a part of Christmas as mince…
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Mamma Mia Is A Sun Soaked Treat
The clocks may have just gone back but Wolverhampton Grand Theatre was last night transported to the sunshine of the Greek Islands, as once again, Sophie sent those letters off to her three possible fathers. And so begins what could be the most iconic, most fabulous jukebox musical of them all. Mamma Mia has memorable characters, bags of humour, and those fabulous, timeless Abba classics. It is probably the most fun you can have at a night at the theatre, and is destined to have audiences dancing and singing forever. Mamma Mia, here I go again, how could anyone possibly resist you?’ Sophie is getting married, and wants to invite…
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What If Your Afternoon Slump Has Nothing To Do With Coffee?
We bet you know this feeling: it’s 2 P.M., and suddenly your energy falls as if you’ve been awake for days instead of just hours. Most people blame sugar, lack of sleep, or too much screen time. While those factors matter a lot, there’s at least one more reason you might feel so tired – your chair. Upgrading to a new ergonomic home office chair can really help by providing the support your body needs to stay focused all day. Without proper support, your muscles tense up, your back slouches, and your brain has to work harder just to keep you sitting upright. What really happens to your body during…
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How To Make More Sustainable Choices For Your Wedding
Planning a wedding comes with a lot of decisions, and increasingly, couples are thinking about what happens beyond the day itself. You might love the idea of a big celebration but feel less enthusiastic about buying decorations you’ll use once. Making your wedding more sustainable is about being a little more considered with what you buy, who you work with and where your money goes, while still creating a day that feels your own. Choose a venue and suppliers that share your values Your venue can influence how far your guests need to travel, which suppliers you can use and how much additional decor you need to bring in. Look…
