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Expert advice on the correct way to wear diamond jewellery

Whether you are wearing diamonds casually or in a more glamorous way, there is an etiquette to wearing diamonds.

Surprising facts about the Crown Jewels

The epitome of wealth and opulence, the majority of the precious Crown Jewels date back centuries. And, of course, they're filled with both history and controversy. From an attempted theft to its World War II hiding spot and colonial disputes, they've been through more than you'd imagine! Intrigued? Click through this gallery to discover more about this collection of ceremonial objects and royal regalia.

The world's giant, record-breaking foods

At some point in the history of humankind, "the bigger the better" became a leading principle in our lives. There have certainly been some crazy and creative Guinness World Records set, but a good chunk of them are solely based on taking normal things and making them much, much bigger. When it comes to food, the results are both delectable and confounding. Click through to see mouthwatering, yet terrifying photos of world-record-setting foods and dishes from around the world.

Golden romance: your guide to dating in retirement

Love is in the air—even as a retiree! Have you thought before that perhaps your dating days are long gone, or that you might be too old to date again? Neither is necessarily true though! Whether you’ve been married or partnered before or not, dating even when you’re older can be an exciting adventure. It's a new chance to find someone who you really connect with and can share time together with. With this in mind, this guide will take you through everything from the do’s and don'ts of dating as a senior to questions to ask on a potential date, and more! Curious as to how you can reignite your love life starting today? Click through for more information.

I wore my mother’s ashes around my neck. Then I found out her body was abandoned and decomposing in a funeral home

I wore my mother’s ashes around my neck. Then I found out her body was abandoned and decomposing in a funeral home - Colorado’s funeral homes went nearly unregulated for four decades before high-profile scandals – from body brokering to remains left to decompose for years – helped prompt new legislation. Even legislators ‘don’t want to talk about death or dying,’ one lawmaker who helped spearhead reform says – but the pain and grief lax...

History's most influential illegitimate children

The 50 Best Fantasy Movies of All Time

Need an escape? Grab your cloak, we have just what you need. Few film genres provide such an acute sense of escapism as fantasy films. Whether you’re entering a mythological land like Middle-earth in The Lord of the Rings, a spiritual realm like Kami of Spirited Away, a surrealist labyrinth like Alice in Wonderland, or a universe all its own (Dune, anyone?) … we seem to gravitate to the ways in which fantasy films can transport us to worlds that seem light years away, with stories that lie close to our hearts. And the best part is? You don’t need to ride a dragon or to answer any bridge troll’s riddle in order to get to your destination. (Although, you might need to pay a fee for your travels if you’re catching it in theaters.) From timeless classics like The Wizard of Oz to tales of today like The Shape of Water, the fantasy genre has become one of the greatest tests for the caliber of our film industry’s technical and storytelling capabilities. Put reality on hold for a while and let yourself get lost in some of the most imaginative movies of all time. These are the 50 best fantasy films ever made.

Celebrities Who Prove What a Difference a Center Part Can Make

Which way do you like Selena's hair best?

Watch: Find out how this woman had grown men running for their lives out of a taxi

A South African woman on TikTok pranked a taxi full of men. She pretended to be on the phone with a man named "Ntate Ramadimeja," claiming she needed money.

40 Iconic Couples From the '70s

You probably forgot about some of these duos.

Man told that he 'looks like a teenager' reveals anti-aging secret

A 35-year-old man has revealed the anti-ageing habits that have kept him looking 20-years younger and have left strangers constantly mistaking him for a 'teenager'.

The world's happiest countries might surprise you

Based on factors such as income, social support and freedom to make life choices, we rank the happiest countries on the planet – and reveal the most miserable.

What does the shape of your toes reveal about you?

Nothing grabs our attention as much as an insight into our personalities, be it via astrology or palm reading. But did you know your toes can also reveal your personality traits? In this gallery, you'll get some fascinating insights into the link between the length of your toes and your personality! Is your second toe longer than your big toe? Or are your first three toes all the same length? This can say more about your personality than you might imagine. So click on to discover what the shape of your toes says about you.

Homeless migrants down 'vodka' at 7am at makeshift Mayfair camp

The homeless asylum seekers mixed Smirnoff vodka with bottles of Coca-Cola, while sitting at a table outside their tents in the capital's exclusive Park Lane area in Mayfair, London.

Durban July goers explore ‘Riding the Wave’ in their daily lives

The Hollywoodbets Durban July theme “Ride the Wave” left a lasting impression on many creative souls as the theme paved the way for fashion innovation.

Michelle Pfeiffer’s Style Evolution Through the Years

Suffice it to say she’s the queen of tailored pantsuits

Countries with the lowest divorce rates

Marriage is a common feature of all societies. In contrast, divorce, or ending a marriage, has not always been possible in many places. In some countries, the rate of divorce is extremely low. Looking at the numbers, it's important to bear in mind they don't provide context for the rate of divorce itself. In some countries, there are religious and cultural reasons conspiring to keep the rate below average. Divorce rates are calculated using available census data from each country. Dividing the number of divorces in a given year by total population yields the crude divorce rate. However, this doesn't take into account that the divorce rate is measured as a percentage of the total population, not in relation to the total number of marriages. Where possible, i.e. there is data available, the divorce rate is taken alongside the marriage rate to come to paint a more accurate picture about a country's rate of divorce. Curious? Click on to discover the countries with the lowest divorce rates worldwide.

Beauty expert reveals the products you should avoid at TJ Maxx

An esthetician and beauty expert revealed four products at TJ Maxx that customers should never get their hands on.

How to optimize your break-up

We've all been through traumatic break-ups—the big ones that throw your mind into a tailspin and leave a lasting mark. When you're in the thick of it, it's hard to see things like value and growth, but these painful experiences can actually be the best time to learn about ourselves. Breaking up is never easy, but you can make it easier on yourself and your partner if you understand how the brain reacts. Focusing on personal development during this time can heal your heart faster and shift your entire view of the situation. Click through the gallery to find out how.

These dips are to die for

Dips serve as tasty party treats or as a side dish to complement a meal. Either way, these delicious stand-alone savory snacks can be prepared in a variety of ways using all sorts of delicious and healthy ingredients. And the best thing of all, they are made for sharing! Feeling dippy? Click through for some best dip recipe ideas and serving suggestions.

LOOK: Controversial fashion moments at Hollywoodbets Durban July

These are some of the fashion moments that got people talking.

The top 30 things you can accomplish in 30 minutes or less

Want to improve your life but can never find the time? Welcome to the club! Unfortunately, life has a funny way of sneaking up on us and often it can feel like we're overscheduled and overworked. However, it is possible and necessary to take short breaks. Within a short break of thirty minutes or less, there is a ton that can actually be accomplished. From connecting with loved ones to recentering yourself, it might not take as long as you think to improve your quality of life. Curious to know what you can achieve in under thirty minutes? Click through now to explore.

The most majestic tall ships ever to set sail

Nothing quite invokes the romance and adventure of the high seas like a tall ship. These traditionally-rigged sailing vessels are built for life on the ocean waves, and embarking on a voyage on one is to embrace the very history of maritime exploration. Even today, there are dozens of tall ships operating out of ports all over the world. If you had the chance, which one would you board? Click through and set sail on some of the most majestic tall ships ever to weigh anchor.

Apparently, you can now tell your age based on your sock choices

Woman is left stunned at price of El Pollo Loco drive-thru meal

A woman changed her dinner plans after she was shocked by the price of an El Pollo Loco drive-thru meal.

Meet the woman who renovated five €1 abandoned Italian homes

Meet Meredith Tabbone, a financial advisor from Chicago, who undertook the project of a lifetime to transform a long-abandoned €1 house in Sambuca di Sicilia, Italy, into a dreamy European escape…

Big Brother Mzansi star Liyema Pantsi rocked three stunning dresses at the Hollywoodbets Durban July

This year’s Durban July theme was ‘’Riding the Wave’’ and The Big Brother Mzansi season four star, Liyema Pantsi did not disappoint as she stunned in three dresses at the horse-racing course.

The surprising health benefits of papaya

Papayas are vibrant and exotic, and they taste absolutely amazing! But this gallery is not just about how good a juicy papaya tastes. Instead, we'll look at what science has to say about this tropical fruit's health benefits. Curious to learn more about how eating papaya can make you healthier? Then browse through and discover the benefits of eating papaya.

Hot or iced coffee? Expert explains which is healthier

As heat waves spread across the US, many of us are ditching hot coffee for iced coffee or cold brew instead. However, experts have revealed that hot coffee may have more health benefits than iced.

30 essential herbs and spices for your kitchen

In every kitchen, there are staples. These staples are the very heart and soul of deliciousness in food. Herbs and spices take our ordinary, bland food, and make it something extraordinary. Think about life without a little spice from a chili, or how your food would taste without just the right amount of salt. Unimaginable levels of dissatisfaction would follow! To avoid the panic and pandemonium that would ensue if this were ever the case, this gallery will give you the staples needed for every kitchen when speaking in the herbs and spices department. Click through to the end to make sure your kitchen is up to standard.

Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster reveal the secrets to their loving marriage as they navigate their huge blended family and ensure their kids remain humble

The couple, who married in 2007 and share two sons, gave an insight into their family life with the singer's eight children.

20 Baby Names That Were Popular in the 1950s

Can you believe Karen used to be all the rage?

Best vacuum cleaner offers to expect in the Amazon Prime Day sale 2024

Best vacuum cleaner offers to expect in the Amazon Prime Day sale 2024 - Including robot vacs for under £100 and deals on Dyson, Shark, Hoover and more

Three teens opened a suitcase on the beach hoping for lost treasure. What they found was key to catching the ‘lethal landlord’

Three teens opened a suitcase on the beach hoping for lost treasure. What they found was key to catching the ‘lethal landlord’ - Michael Lee Dudley seemed like a typical Washington homeowner – until three teenagers stumbled across a suitcase of horrors on a beach

Do you know the signs of an identity crisis?

South African woman wows Mzansi with impressive Shein haul in a video

A young South African woman took to TikTok to showcase her Shein haul. The video went viral online, leaving many people in Mzansi in awe of her purchases.

These are the 30 coolest streets in the world right now

What makes a street "cool?" Is it the number of restaurants, bars, cafés, and independent shops? Or is it just a general vibe, a friendly warmth that's hard to pin down? Apparently, it's a combination. Every year, Time Out ranks the best cities in the world. For 2024, it ranked the world's 30 coolest streets, but you might be surprised: they're unexpected spots! To produce the lineup, the global listings guide's network of editors and writers chipped in to make the case for their favorite streets in their respective cities. Click on to find out if you've ever strolled in one of them.

'Super Synchronisers' can synchronise their heart rate with dates

Some singletons' smoothness might be due to a unique ability to synchronise bodily functions like heart rate with those of their date.

How romance novels keep readers hooked

For centuries, romance novels have offered readers a popular source of entertainment. The ultimate escapism, they were once relegated to a hidden drawer or concealed under a pillow, but readers are now proudly reading the genre in public. The more uncertain and chaotic the world becomes; the greater the draw of stories with a guaranteed happily ever after, and worlds where love overcomes all obstacles. BookTok, the reading niche of TikTok, is populated with romance recommendations. As romance novels fly high on the bestseller lists, we ask why - and how - these novels keep their readers voraciously engaged and returning for more. Intrigued? Click on to learn why readers have fallen in love with romance novels again.

Mila Kunis' 27 Best Red Carpet Moments Through the Years

The star always keeps the looks coming.

The British Royal Family's incredible treasure trove that's worth billions

From the Crown Jewels to priceless artworks and a multimillion-pound stamp collection, the British Royal Family owns a massive trove of treasures worth billions.

Bryoni thankful for outpouring of support after Miss Supranational journey

Bryoni Govender has expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from South Africans, after placing in the top 12 at the 15th edition of Miss Supranational, which was held in Nowy Sącz, Poland, on Saturday night.

Rita Ora wears a satin slip dress and two co-ords as she wows in THREE cherry red ensembles during promotional tour of upcoming Disney+ film in NYC

The singer, 33, who will play the Queen of Hearts in the movie , was seen wearing a satin slip dress and two quirky co-ord sets while visiting SiriusXM studios, amongst other outlets.

This one's a keeper: 28 green flags in a relationship

When it comes to relationships, we often focus on the issues or red flags. And while no companionship is perfect, there are some characteristics that most healthy relationships have in common. In general, everyone has some idea of what a healthy relationship looks like. But most people have a hard time recognizing the green flags in their own relationships, or where they may need to improve. In this gallery, we'll give you a brief rundown of the signs that you're in a healthy relationship. Click on to find out!

WATCH: Man expertly fools deadly cobra, catches it using unusual means in toilet

A video featuring a man's unconventional technique for capturing a venomous King Cobra snake has gained widespread attention online.

WATCH: Viral Pet Video – 08 July 2024

Watch this viral pet video that will leave you in “awes” and “lols”. Buckle up; you are not ready for this cuteness overload!

20 Cringe-Worthy Things Boomers Are Guilty Of

From inappropriate comments to their refusal to part with cable TV, boomers have an…interesting worldview. We’ve broken down 20 of the worst behaviors pretty much every boomer is guilty of—and why they should stop.

We've ranked the tastiest fast food burgers EVER

From fast food 'flops' that were actually pretty great to historic recipes that have barely changed over the years, here we reveal the best burgers of all time.

20 movies you shouldn’t watch with your partner

Settling in to watch a movie has long been a date night go-to, whether you’re just getting to know someone or have been married for decades. But just because a movie is labelled “romantic” or “sexy” doesn’t mean it’s a good choice for shared viewing. If you’re looking to avoid awkwardness, a heated argument, or that depressing feeling that romance is actually dead, then you should probably avoid these flicks.

Student who spends $60-a-week on her dogs explains how she still saves

The NSW student said she had some other non-negotiable expenses, including $60-a-week for her three dogs who she views as her 'children' and eat better than her, despite the cost of living crisis.