5 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
‘Skinny girl summer’ is over — but society is still fatphobic, even in autumn
What does autumn mean for body image? Metro chats to the experts (Picture: Getty/Metro) Leaves that slowly turn orange. Sunshine mornings with a chill in the air. Swapping out the summer wardrobe for cosy jumpers. With autumn well underway in the UK, I can finally breathe a sigh of relief because, while I enjoy soaking […]
5 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Five mundane words during a doctor’s appointment changed my life forever
Moira Jordan had the BRCA gene mutation which made her more likely to get cancer (Picture: Moira Jordan/Emmi Hyyppä) In March 2023, Moira Jordan was in her wedding era. The bride-to-be had sent out the save the dates, booked the village hall, and said ‘yes’ to the dress. When she wasn’t planning her nuptials to […]
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It’s spider season – catch and release critters with this £10 ‘amazingly effective’ spider catcher
Getting rid of pesky spiders has never been easier. (Picture: Metro/Amazon/Getty) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more As autumn creeps in, spiders start seeking shelter indoors and for many of us, that […]
4 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
'I can't bear my performative boyfriend – here's how you can avoid a man like him'
There is a new trending phrase for dating and relationships as the rise of ‘performative males’ has emerged – think matcha drinking, labubu collecting boyfriends trying to impress women
Try adding salt to your wine. Yes, it’s October, not April (Picture: Metro) I’d never normally advise adding anything to your wine. The winemaker has spent time and energy crafting their vision, to be sipped and appreciated by us in its unadulterated form. So, tampering with your Tempranillo is something of a heresy. Unless, of […]
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Dreading rainy autumn runs? Decathlon’s new all-weather kit is a total game changer
Now it’s getting a little colder, Decathlon has everything you need to keep warm on your next run, or outdoor adventure. (Picture: Metro/Getty/Decathlon) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more The current weather […]
3 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Save money and get an extra 10% off the brilliant REM-Fit Hybrid Pocket 1000 Mattress
We’re adding to basket as we’re deserpate for a decent night’s sleep… (Picture: Metro/Linkby/REM-Fit/Getty) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more There is truly no better feeling than a good night’s sleep. Yes, […]
Gemma was four weeks pregnant at the time of her operation (Picture: Tom Wren / SWNS) At 42, Gemma Williams was insecure about the ‘saggy pouches’ of skin on her stomach, which she’d had since the births of her three children. Since they were all now in their teens or early twenties, Gemma, armed with […]
3 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
M&S shoppers say 'cosy' new cardigan is 'perfect for colder weather'
Marks and Spencer has released a new zip-up cardigan that is perfect for layering and has been described as ‘cosy’ by shoppers – and it’s already selling out
3 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Aldi makes major change to everyday essential in support of new parents
The change to baby products at Aldi could make a big change in the lives of new parents (Picture: Aldi) Becoming a new parent is often wrapped up in a bow and presented to us at the best and most rewarding thing we will ever do. But that doesn’t mean it can’t feel, at times, […]