Lifestyle

How to achieve the right work-life balance in 2026

If you’ve been feeling drained and like there aren’t enough hours in the day, you’re far from alone.

For many, juggling work demands with the rest of life is a real challenge. In fact, two-thirds of employees say they can’t fully switch off and struggle to maintain a healthy balance,...

Theatre Royal Plymouth delivers major boost to South West economy

Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has announced it has delivered an estimated £53.3 million economic impact in the city of Plymouth and the wider South West region during the financial year 2024/2025, up from £45.9m the previous year and marking the most successful period in the theatre’s history.

This significant contribution reflects a year when major West End and world-renowned...

Performance Review: Why Lost Mary Vapes are Dominating the Disposable Market in 2026

The vaping landscape has undergone a radical transformation over the last few years, moving away from simple single-use sticks towards more sophisticated, sustainable, and powerful devices. In 2026, amidst a sea of regulatory changes and shifting consumer habits, one brand has managed not just to survive but to set the gold standard for innovation. The Lost Mary Vape continues to capture the...

Exmouth woman to run TCS London Marathon for cancer charity

A Devon woman will take on the TCS London Marathon 2026 to raise money for Dame Ellen MacArthur’s cancer charity for young people, which supported her after she was diagnosed with cancer in 2022.

Freya Sampson, 23, from Exmouth joined one of the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust’s transformational sailing adventures in 2024, having been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma two years prior, and...

What to Consider Before Adding Colour to Your Home

Choosing a new colour for your home is much more than just picking something that looks good in isolation. You need a tone that reflects your style and complements the architecture. Before you start splashing paint on the walls, there are a few factors to think about that can help you make an informed choice.

The impact of natural and artificial lighting

Lighting is one of...

How to make your Spanish holiday unforgettable

Spain offers familiar comforts that draw UK travellers year after year, but it becomes far more rewarding when you explore its culture, food and landscapes with genuine intention instead of just treating it as a sun-and-sand destination.

  • Accommodation as a Foundation
  • Your accommodation choice shapes the entire rhythm of your holiday. Hotels keep you tethered to set meal...

    What Makes a Gift Feel Timeless?

    Many people want to choose gifts that feel meaningful and not just momentary. The type of presents that carry emotional value long after the occasion has passed. Creating this lasting impact needs a bit more thought than just purchasing something expensive.

  • Emotional Meaning
  • Personal touches often make a stronger impression than price tags. Choosing something that connects...

    Celebrating Devon’s best: Entries open for the 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards

    The countdown has begun as entries officially open for the highly anticipated 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards. Following the resounding success of last year’s event, the awards once again promise to celebrate the very best food and drink Devon has to offer, from artisan producers and innovative brands to much-loved cafés, pubs, restaurants, bars, takeaways and retailers.

    Widely...

    Plymouth schoolgirl donates hair to charity to help other children

    A kind-hearted schoolgirl is donating her hair to charity because she wants to help children who experience hair loss. 10-year-old Esme, from Ivybridge, was inspired by a relative to support The Little Princess Trust.

    “After knowing that Nanny had lost her hair during cancer treatment and needed a wig, I wanted to help other people,” said Esme. “I asked about where wigs come from and...

    How Much Does a New Bathtub Installation Cost in the UK? (2026 Price Breakdown)

    The average cost to supply and install a standard bathtub in the UK ranges from £350+ to £2,500+. However, the total can reach £5,000+ for premium options like cast iron or stone freestanding baths requiring significant plumbing and structural work. Labour typically accounts for 40-50% of the cost, with rates in London and the South East being 15-25% higher than the rest of the UK.

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    More than 4,000 people fed at Christmas by the Exeter Chiefs Foundation

    The Exeter Chiefs Foundation has funded its largest ever Feeding the Community at Christmas campaign, ensuring that 1,100 people received a proper festive feast.

    Working in partnership with Exeter Food Action (EFA), the Foundation funded the distribution of essential festive fare – including meat, mince pies and seasonal staples – to 16 different charities and community organisations...

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