Author: Sam Allcock

Practical strategies to help new graduates stand out and earn more in today’s job market Key Points: The transition from college to career can be both exciting and overwhelming. With a degree in hand, graduates face the challenge of turning their academic achievements into professional success. While some graduates secure jobs before graduation, others find themselves navigating a competitive job market without a clear roadmap. In fact, according to a recent CBC report, graduates struggling to find jobs account for a large chunk of growing unemployment rates in Canada. And statistics show that even three years after graduating, over 8%…

Searches For “How To Travel With A Baby” Hit Two-Decade High. Study Lists America’s Top 20 Best Baby Travel Destinations This Summer – Five Are in Florida Parents are more overwhelmed than ever ahead of summer holidays. Going on a family trip with a baby for the first time is often an exhausting and costly lesson in how not to relax. Global searches for “how to travel with a baby” reached a two-decade high in February and March this year, with a 22.5% year-on-year increase from 2024. A new study reveals the most baby-friendly destinations within the US to try out this summer,…

UK government statistics show heart disease deaths have risen for the first time in 50 years, with 28% of adults now classified as obese. A recent study by Drug Testing Kits UK ranked 30 UK cities to determine the top ten where people take care of their health the most. The ranking is based on a Wellbeing Environment Score (WES) derived from eight metrics grouped into health baselines and wellness infrastructure. Data included smoking prevalence, physical activity, air quality, green space, and availability of healthy restaurants, gyms (double weight), and spas. Weighted metric scores were summed to generate final rankings out of 100. Findings summed up: City% of SmokersActive AdultsAir qualityWESManchester17%72%57100Belfast18%75%3398Plymouth16%60%5495Oxford7%72%4194Bristol15%76%4987Southampton14%67%4781Ipswich21%64%5378Leicester13%54%5175Northampton13%63%5673Glasgow25%68%3972 You…

Tim Beaver has been a passionate arable farmer for more than 20 years at Church Farm in South Lincolnshire. Proud to play their part in in producing food, the family’s enterprise is spread across 550ha, growing wheat, sugar beet, spring barley and now grapes in their new venture – The Rutland Vineyard. In a bid to bring an extra income stream and something more exciting to their existing acreage, as well as build more of a connection with the local community, the Beaver family planted 20,000 vines across seven acres back in 2021 and have since built a tasting barn…

Life insurance expert reveals surprising benefits that could transform your financial strategy Key Points: If you’re without life insurance, you’ve found yourself in the minority. According to recent statistics, 52% of Americans have some form of life coverage, suggesting a growing recognition of its importance in financial planning. Yet what many people outside this majority don’t realise is that term life insurance offers far more than just the standard death benefit most associate with these policies. “When people hear ‘term insurance,’ they often think it’s only valuable if you die during the term,” says Meredith Bell, life insurance expert at…

Brits love an airport pint – with 1 in 3 Brits heading straight to the pub at the airport (Metro). And with 75% of holidaymakers admitting to enjoying a breakfast beer before flying, and two-thirds say it’s an essential highlight of the trip. However, as nearly 70% of holidaymakers admit to going over budget on their last trip abroad, WildPack American Summer Camps have studied the leading 15 airports to review the publicly available prices of a Pint, a Full English and a Hot Meal (here) to try and save Brits on their next trip. Lucky for Londoners, Stansted, Heathrow and Gatwick all join Edinburgh…

Two simple moves that fight poor posture without disrupting your workday Key Points: The average office worker spends approximately 8 hours a day sitting – a position our bodies weren’t designed to maintain for extended periods. This prolonged sitting often leads to rounded shoulders, a hunched upper back, and a weakened core – all contributors to poor posture and potential long-term health issues. “Many office workers experience discomfort or pain but don’t realise how simple postural adjustments and targeted movements can make a significant difference,” says Sol Scheinmann, Pilates expert and co-founder of Pilates Matters, an online retailer specialising in…

Kirkton Farm is set to welcome more than 800 visitors as it opens its gates to the public for the very first time on Sunday 8 June, taking part in the national Open Farm Sunday initiative. This marks a major milestone for the Aberdeenshire farm, offering a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to experience life on a working farm. Organised by LEAF (Linking Environment and Farming), Open Farm Sunday offers families and individuals the chance to explore where their food comes from, discover how it’s produced, and meet the people at the heart of it all – the…

Simple distance trick leads to major savings for savvy UK holiday-makers Key Points: As summer approaches, staycations continue to boom across the UK as Brits look to enjoy the stunning landscapes and historic charm right on their doorstep without the hassle of airport queues and passport control. But with popularity comes price hikes, especially in tourist hotspots during peak seasons. “Most people make one big mistake when booking their staycation,” says Richard Edwards, Owner of White House Hideaway, which offers luxury log cabins nestled in the picturesque Wye Valley. “They zero in on accommodations smack in the middle of tourist…

Smart staycationers are making this simple switch to save hundreds – here’s how Key Points: The upcoming half-term break has parents across the UK scrambling to book last-minute getaways, but many are facing eye-watering prices as holiday companies cash in on the school calendar. With some popular UK destinations charging up to double their normal rates during these peak periods, families are feeling the pinch. But there’s a simple way to enjoy a break without breaking the bank, according to staycation expert Richard Edwards, Owner of White House Hideaway, which offers secluded log cabins in the picturesque Wye Valley. “Most…