Relationships
The Christmas spending Ex-factor!
When it comes to buying romantic Christmas gifts this year, women are definitely the most frugal, reveals research by MoneySupermarket.
Single shoppers out in force as activity with partner leads to break-up
New research from Quidco has revealed the true extent of stress caused by shopping with partners, as some couples admit it leads to break ups.
Parents struggling to balance big-ticket tech toys with traditional play
Though many families are feeling the pinch, new research has revealed that the average 3-10 year old’s bedroom is filled with a whopping £1,200 worth of toys - almost five times the value of toys parents had when they were youngsters.
Cold snap to cause couples to row throughout winter
Turning the heating up and down is set to be the cause of the most arguments in the home this winter, results from a new survey conducted by Censuswide has revealed.
Hard-up - One in ten would pose nude to bring home the bacon
The recession is clearly not quite over - one in ten Brits would pose nude to earn extra cash, a study has revealed.
Dinner Dates celebrates 23 years with glittering Christmas Ball
Dinner Dates will be holding its 23rd Christmas Ball at One Whitehall Place, at The Royal Horseguards, on Saturday, December 8. This marks 23 years in which it has grown to be the country’s biggest socialising club for singles and seen many friendships and even marriages forged.
Valentine’s Day “Diamond Ring Dinner” Menu
In the run-up to Valentine’s Day, Sauterelle restaurant in London and Boodles fine jewellers are joining hands to propose a dazzling dinner menu: a luxurious six-course meal served with a 1.5-carat diamond engagement ring.
Kids and TV: Britain's festive focus
Many people celebrating Christmas are willing to cut-back on presents and luxuries to save money, but research from the Money Advice Service shows two areas where people simply won't skimp: kids and TV.
More than two million couples have never discussed finances together
Many British couples are burying their hands in the sand over their financial situations. One in seven (14 per cent) couples over the age of 40 - or around 4.22 million people - admit they have never discussed their finances, according to new research from Prudential.
Kissing with confidence
Valentine's Day is looming, and whether you have organised something special for your partner or are single and want to look your best to attract someone's attention, you can't underestimate the importance of a radiant, healthy smile.
Top tips for filming the Nativity play
As the Christmas season draws upon us, many parents will be gearing up to take on their annual role as ‘Movie Director’ to film their little one’s starring moment in school productions and carol services.
Over 50s splash the cash for Santa
Despite the tough economic times, todays over 50s are determined to make Christmas 2012 a real cracker. For many, this Christmas is going to be bigger than last, as a quarter (24%) say that they will be spending more this year, this rises to 31% of those over 75.
Brits plan to spend £8.5 billion on Christmas presents
Brits are planning to spend an average of £325 per household on Christmas presents this year, according to research from Tesco Bank Home Insurance, with one in ten planning to spend over £600 on gifts for their friends and loved ones.
Clueless - Men know nothing about their other halves
Millions of blokes are completely clueless about their other half - including body shape, bra size and likes and dislikes, research has revealed. Favourite perfume, date of birth and even eye colour are beyond many men, a study found.
Moody mornings - Brits can’t bear to talk to anyone until gone 8am
Millions of Brits admit they can’t bear to talk to anyone until at least 8am, it has emerged. Researchers found a bad night’s sleep, worries about the work day ahead and the dark winter mornings mean almost three quarters of people struggle to get going once they get out of bed.