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Smiling, sex, & chocolate… 11 ways to beat the Blue Monday blues on the most depressing day of the year The Sun says TODAY is Blue Monday — the most depressing day of the year. It is when a combination of cold weather, the post-Christmas comedown, piling debt and growing guilt over failed New Year’s resolutions hits us all where it hurts. When we smile our brain releases endorphins and other natural painkillers such as serotonin. These hormones make us feel good and help us relax. Contrary to common belief, you don’t have to be on the receiving end of…

Is ‘Blue Monday’ Actually Each Year’s Most Depressing Day? Forbes says Is this “Blue Monday” claim a true Monday claim? In 2005, Sky Travel, a company in the U.K., began labeling the third Monday of January each year as “Blue Monday.” The company claimed that it’s the day when happiness levels fall to the lowest levels of the year. So since tomorrow, January 15, will be the third Monday of 2024, should you be prepared for a particularly rough day? Or is this whole “Blue Monday” claim a bit—how shall we say it—bogus? Well, you may want to get your…

But where would they exchange their currency?

A gamechanger for busy mornings.

The Financial Times says the government tried to block Fujitsu, the firm implicated in the Post Office scandal, from new public contracts in the early 2010s.

Elementor #579196January 15, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Metro – As 5 migrants die in the Channel … Stop the deaths! Metro leads with a plea to stop migrant deaths in the Channel after five more people drowned at the weekend.The headline plays on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s “stop the boats” slogan. The PM said stopping the boats was one of his key priorities in 2023. A photo of Frederik X kissing his wife Queen Mary after becoming Denmark’s monarch features on several front pages, including Metro. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share…

Elementor #579190January 15, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Guardian – NHS drug shortage poses threat to patients’ lives, say pharmacist The Guardian leads with a warning from pharmacists that a shortage of medicines in the NHS is endangering lives. The paper has seen figures showing that the number of products affected has doubled in two years. They include treatments for epileptic seizures, schizophrenia, and some cancers. The paper cites the lower purchasing power of the pound, after the Brexit referendum, as a possible cause. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its…

Elementor #579184January 15, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Daily Telegraph – Tories facing 1997-style wipeoutA survey suggests the Tories face huge losses in the next election – with Labour ending up with a 120-seat majority, The Daily Telegraph reports.The right-wing broadsheet, which is broadly supportive of the Conservative Party, carries a new poll which forecasts a Tory wipeout on a level similar to 1997, when Labour’s Tony Blair won in a landslide. If the YouGov poll bears out at the election, the Tories would retain just 169 seats, the paper says. Today’s top stories…

Elementor #579178January 15, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sun – Ice to see you Holly Holly Willoughby’s return to TV makes the front of The Sun. The paper says her TV return on Sunday for Dancing on Ice followed 101 days off air. Adding, she looked “thrilled to be back”.The front page also reports on David Cameron’s pledge that he’ll hit back at the Houthis again. There’s also room to report on Manchester United’s draw against Spurs at Old Trafford.  Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just…

Elementor #579172January 15, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Daily Mirror – We can’t let them off the hook The man who led the sub-postmasters’ fight for justice, Alan Bates, has said those responsible for the Post Office scandal shouldn’t be let off the hook – that’s the lead in the Mirror.The paper reports on Holly Willoughby’s return to TV, after 101 days off the screen.  Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the icon below:) Leave a comment UK National newspapers

Houses caught fire after a new volcanic eruption sent smoke and lava spewing out near the Icelandic fishing port of Grindavik Sunday, just hours after villagers were evacuated to safety, authorities said.

One of Mercedes’ newest vehicles has shown off its amazing abilities on the Las Vegas strip.

Bombardments on Gaza continue as the war hits 100 days.

‘I was curious but, I’ll be honest, I was also sceptical.’

Experts have shared how parents can save money and have some left for fun activities.

While the costs of installing the eco devices have left many Brits worried, they are likely to be the heating system of the future for the UK, an expert said.

‘There was no handbook for this’

The 24-year-old has just 19% lung capacity.

They’ve had kids, they shouldn’t have to help raise mine.

Here’s the city of dreams.

Elementor #579004January 14, 20241 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sunday Times – Vennells given CBE despite Horizon fearsThe Sunday Times reports that Paula Vennells, Post Office chief executive from 2012 to 2019, was handed a CBE by Theresa May’s government despite concerns raised on the honours committee over the scandal. Ms Vennells said earlier this week she would hand back her honour following the backlash.The paper says at least one member of the main honours committee questioned the wisdom of the honour in 2018. The article includes a denial from the chair of the honours sub-committee…

Beggars can’t be choosers.

‘Please help me end this,’ my mother, Gina, begged me and my siblings.

It’s the first carbon negative country in the world.

‘Why not tell yourself that?’