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Survey finds rising numbers of reception pupils struggling with basic life skills such as eating independentlyAbout one in four children who started reception in 2025 were not toilet trained, a survey of teachers has found, prompting warnings that grow…
Family splits are more common than people realise and are typically caused by abuse, new partners and differing beliefsFamily therapists say they typically come across three reasons why parents and children become estranged: abuse, new partners, and ir…
Aldi triumphed in the consumer watchdog’s showdown, while some name brands failed to come out in the washGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailThe cheapest stain removal spray from a major Australian supermarket is also one of the best-performing …
Chocolate treats reduced in size or weight as higher price of cocoa drives new wave of ‘shrinkflation’Chocolate eggs are looking smaller than ever this year and it is not just because Easter is still so far away.Many of the Easter eggs already out on s…
Case brought by Muslim leaders and MP follows failed 2024 bid and seen as part of global anti-women’s rights backlashA group of religious leaders and an MP in the Gambia have launched efforts to overturn a ban on female genital mutilation at the countr…
Poor festive fashion sales deepen fears of squeeze on UK household budgets and falling high street footfallBusiness news – live updatesMarks & Spencer revealed strong sales of food over the important Christmas trading period but clothing sales fell…
The Body Coach app, launched in pandemic, will advertise on ITV’s channels and video platform ITVX under dealThe broadcaster ITV has agreed to invest up to £3m into the health and fitness app The Body Coach, created by Joe Wicks, who shot to fame by ge…
Healthier trends of younger travellers are transforming departure lounge habits, says Manchester Airport GroupChristmas is over and a new year is upon us. Time, then, to start planning your next summer holiday.Next year, however, you may be more likely…
Paint and sofas sell well as Britons are priced out of moving home or undertaking pricey renovationsBusiness live – latest updatesRetailers of home improvement products are having a glittering year on the London stock market, as cash-strapped UK consum…
UN body to study possibility of integrating centuries-old practices into mainstream healthcareFrom herbalists in Africa gathering plants to use as poultices to acupuncturists in China using needles to cure migraines, or Indian yogis practising meditati…