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Gen Z see a ‘checking in’ text or liking a post on social media as a big sign of care

Gen Z turn to digital signs of care

Zaiya the baby elephant at Blackpool Zoo is celebrating her first birthday

Watch: Lancashire baby elephant celebrates first birthday with splash

It comes as Olivia Atwood announces a SPLIT from her long-term lover and introduces a number one on the scene

Top signs your relationship is failing, according to research

Hinen A15 Residential Energy Storage System Launch Event

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Brenda Trelfa from Reflections, Whittle-le-Woods has been a hairdresser for over 60 years - and she has no plans to put her scissors down

I have been a hairdresser for 60 years and I plan to keep going

Take a look at the scenes from Lostock Hall Academy's 2026 prom

17 photos from Lostock Hall Academy's Valedictory Dinner

Lydia Brown of The Canine Coven with Zep

I run the Canine Coven and have been voted Best Dog Trainer

Preston Crown Court

Woman left traumatised after vicious attack by boyfriend

The survey goes far beyond finances, with respondents feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious when faced with money worries

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help

Run by the Housing Developmental Foundation, known as SAKAN, the programme has developed a housing support model that brings together 313 nonprofit organisations and 1.4 million volunteers

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The UK BII team will be involved in the exploration.

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62 per cent said having a skincare routine helps them to feel more confident.

Three quarters of women are comfortable leaving the house make-up free

Over half of the UK’s new mothers reported feeling a loss of identity.

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The pair are determined to keep their blossoming friendship alive.

Joe Wilkinson and Joe Marler rekindle their bromance in cheeky ad

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Who's The Daddy: What I’d tell my younger self (and my daughters)

Liverpool earns KAYAK’s highest ‘lucky in love’ star rating, with the lowest divorce rate in the country.

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The research also found despite nine in 10 believing travel compatibility matters, over half think compromise is key to a happy relationship.

One in four couples consider themselves incompatible travel partners

46 per cent pf Gen Z just don’t know any other way to find love.

Gen Z begrudge online dating but don’t know how else to meet someone

Coleen Nolan (left) and David Potts (right) are part of the series 15 Celebs Go Dating cast.

Lancashire's Coleen Nolan & David Potts join cast of Celebs Go Dating

As many as 40 per cent will look to the likes of Copilot or ChatGPT if they need to talk about difficult issues such as bullying, grief or relationships.

Mums and dads are open to using AI to help with parenting decisions

Fearne Cotton has teamed up with Samsung to go back to her chart show roots.

David Bowie named among top icons to have predicted the future

76% of business owners reported that their mental health has directly suffered as a consequence of chasing unpaid invoices.

Ad Feature Survey reveals hidden toll of late payments on UK business owners

Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

Lisa Snowdon, Chief Joy Officer for Reserve, by Warner Hotels, takes to the streets of Chipping Norton to discover what brings people joy

Millions of over-50s are experiencing their most satisfying decade

Fewer than 10 per cent of adults living with their parents can afford the average first-time buyer home

Half of adults at home with parents are fed up with living situations

Patsy Kensit offers advice for how to erase your ex from your life

Brits spend almost six days a year regretting life choices

Eight in 10 teachers reported separations having a negative impact on both their pupils' attendance and performance

'Messy separations' are affecting children and schools, teachers say
Nine out of ten teachers say they’ve seen pupils’ mental health suffer in the aftermath 💔
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Whatever your next steps after GCSEs are, I wish you every success

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Protecting unmarried partners: how a will ensures your rights

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Coffee With a Cop

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Rules of Intestacy decide how your estate is divided without a will

Uncover your unique family story with a MyHeritage DNA kit

Would you take a DNA test if it changed everything you knew?

The new schools guidance aims to protect young children from 'the scourge of misogynism'

3 topics your child may soon learn about in sex ed - including incels

Their bands have also featured at Expo 2020 Dubai and the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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Me and my girlfriend go to the pub naked, it makes us feel vibrant

54 per cent of those not seeking support blamed the long waits for treatment via the health service

Adults with chronic pain cite long NHS wait times for poor treatment

11 outstanding destinations for LGBTQ+ travellers with direct flights from Manchester Airport

11 destinations for LGBTQ+ travellers from Manchester Airport

To help people become more considerate passengers, Tempcover has launched a Passenger Prince online theory test

Top 20 most annoying passenger habits revealed!

It comes as more men turn to AI for emotional support

Ad Feature Over two-thirds of men would consider marrying an AI, survey reveals

Preston reality TV star Danny Andrews has found love with 28-year-old influencer Sadie Bass from Bristol.

Embracing the meme found me love says Preston's fish & rice cake star

Spring has a reputation for being one of two period of the year break-ups occur - so who's making money off our misery?

The 10 most lucrative break-up anthems of Spring 2025

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7 tips to survive work social events - as employees hate activities

Former Big Brother and X Factor star Ryan Ruckledge is one of the new Love Triangle contestants.

This is TV gold says Lancs reality star appearing in E4 dating show

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I'm a careers expert - my 7 tips on how to handle office crushes

Kayleigh Castle's pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago.

Woman ends engagement and goes on pilgrimage in her Crocs

Finding the perfect date is no longer about looking for a looker, according to a new study

Good looks are no longer a dating priority, according to a new study

Over 14,000 under 17-year-olds sought treatment for addiction between 2023/2024

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Valentine’s Day: the 7 best free and affordable dating apps in the UK

Married couple Chris and Lucy Upton, the latter an ex-teacher and the former a current headteacher, have set up 'Education Unplugged'.

We have decades of teaching experience & our new business is unique

Relationships expert shares 5 romantic ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed over half get a boost from having something to look forward to

Having a holiday to aim for is key to mental wellbeing, survey shows

Kiena Dawes took her own life after being assaulted and domestically abused by her partner

Watch catalogue of evidence Kiena Dawes kept on control controlling ex

Ryan Wellings, 30, is accused of the manslaughter of Kiena Dawes

Tragic young mother’s relationship ‘recipe for disaster’, court told

Ryan Wellings, 30, is accused of the manslaughter of Kiena Dawes

Jury to deliberate in case of man accused of driving woman to suicide

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