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Snag’s new castor oil chub rub shorts just got a sustainable upgrade

Female poses in a pair of tights — With the cold weather incoming, you won’t want to leave the house without these comfortable Snag tights. (Picture: Metro/Snag tights/Linkby/Getty)

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Tights are not one of those fashion pieces you typically associate with comfort. Let’s face it, no one has ever come in after a hard day, whipped off their bra, and decided to pull out an old pair from the drawer for the ultimate unwind.

Yes, they can offer an extra layer of warmth and an easy way to hide the impressive amount of leg hair we can grow in winter, but from bunched up crotches to rolling waistbands that cut off your circulation and constant ladders, they can also be a right faff.

Enter Snag. The UK-based brand, which is female-owned, size-inclusive, and has a glorious selection of tights and chub rub shorts to keep you feeling stylish and sensational. Not a front bottom wedgie in sight.

Female poses in outfit, with bright red Snag tights — What a gorgeous, festive colour! (Picture: Metro/Snag Tights/Linkby)

Plus, the brand’s new line of tights and chub rub shorts is crafted from the world’s first Bionylon, called Nylon 11, which is made from Castor Oil. So they’re now sensational, stylish, and sustainable. Talk about a win-win.

The 80 Denier Castor Oil Tights are perfect for colder seasons, available in classic black, slate, navy, and a pop of bold colour with blood red.

While the Castor Oil Chub Rub Shorts are the ultimate defense against chafing. No matter how sweaty or sticky, they keep your thighs sliding smoothly like figure skaters on ice.

Castor Oil is a great planet-friendly option as the plants are a renewable crop and thrive in dry climates with little water and pesticides. They don’t compete with other food crops, so they’re also an efficient and low-impact resource.

Female poses in outfit, wearing dark purple Snag tights — Literally OBSESSED with these tights! (Picture: Metro/Snag Tights/Linkby)

But sustainability is not the only benefit of Snag’s new range. The tights and chub rub shorts still deliver the exact same softness and durability of the brand’s best-selling products, and also hold up well wash after wash, without losing shape or finish.

While Snag’s new range is still fresh, their longstanding products have hundreds of glowing reviews. One of the biggest USPs is the inclusive sizing, which runs from a UK 4 to a 36. The tights are also sized for different heights, as well as features like a prominent bum or tum, to ensure the perfect fit.

Female poses in outfit, wearing grey Snag tights — Who knew these even existed until now? (Picture: Metro/Snag Tights/Linkby)

‘These are definitely the best tights I have ever owned,’ Mrs K.H said in her review on the 80 Denier Aretha Tights. “Soft. Stretchy. Not too tight on the waist. Stay put. Couldn’t rave enough.’

‘The best tights ever, will never buy any other brand,’ Donna said in her feedback on the same product. ‘Comfortable and wash really well.’

As for the original Chub Rub Shorts, Jess branded them an ‘absolute game changer’, adding: ‘Why didn’t I buy these before?! Buy them, you won’t regret it.’

Well, it seems Snag’s new range really is a no-brainer. Sustainable, soft, and comfortable.

These really are tights without a snag.

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Princess Kate defies the odds with sky-high heels – including while playing football and cycling

Kate Middleton, The Princess of Wales, always looks comfortable and classy wearing high heels, no matter what she’s doing – from playing sports to walking on grass!

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Gen Z tired of unhealthy dating apps as four in ten describe matches as 'weird'

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Princess Anne turns heads in cashmere bird-print outfit and pearls

Princess Anne stepped out in a statement floral jacket and a gorgeous set of pearls for the 40th anniversary dinner of the Vine Trust, held at Babcock’s Rosyth site.

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Want a selfie with a T.rex? Head to the Jurassic World Experience this autumn and save a third on tickets

Promotional images of Jurassic World: The Experience — Save a third on tickets, you say? (Picture: Metro/Jurassic World: The Experience/Getty)

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Dinosaurs may be long extinct, but a visit to Jurassic World: The Experience at Battersea Power Station feels so close to the real thing.

The event has become one of the hottest tickets in London, welcoming over 180,000 visitors since its launch in the spring and prompting an extended run until January 4th, 2026, due to its popularity.

And this autumn, you can grab tickets for a third off. Talk about a dino-mite deal…

Midweek tickets now start from just £18 for kids and £23 for adults, slashing a third off the standard price. Students can also save big, with 35% off weekday tickets when you show a valid student ID at the box office.

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The experience, created by NEON, has ten immersive zones to discover, all bringing the 1993 blockbuster to life. Hop on the ferry to the Isla Nubar and walk through the iconic gates, where you’ll instantly be transported into a prehistoric land.

Get up close and personal with the Velociraptors, and meet a Carnotaurus, which was a creature with devil-like horns above its eyes that could run even faster than T. rex.

Speaking of T. rex, the famous carnivorous predator is also waiting to greet you with its famous roar and sparkling gnashers.

Male holds baby dinosaur, during visit to Jurassic World: The Experience — You’re kids are going to LOVE this! (Picture: Metro/Jurassic World: The Experience)

There are plenty of gentler attractions for young children or grown adults needing a little wind-down after a run-in with a Carnotaurus and T. rex…

You can take selfies with adorable baby dinosaurs, including Baby Raptor, Camp Cretaceous, and Baby Bumpy. Make sure you meet the park’s brand-new Parasaurolophus babies, created by the expert geneticists.

Walk beneath a towering Brachiosaurus, or explore the lab of genetic development, learning how to extract DNA from mosquitoes trapped in amber.

Enterance to Jurassic World: The Experience — Now this is our idea, of the perfect day out. (Picture: Metro/Jurassic World: The Experience)

Or why not dive into the adventure with a life-size gyrosphere display? You can also roll up your sleeves to discover fascinating fossils and hidden secrets buried under the dirt at the interactive Dig Site.

Visitors are also spoilt for choice with the location at Battersea Power Station, with the tube station a stone’s throw away, and Sloane Square, Victoria, and Vauxhall tube stations all within walking distance.

Battersea Power Station also has its own Uber Boat by Thames Clippers pier and is just a 15-minute ride from Embankment, so you can make your way on water.

Plus, you’ve also got a huge array of shops, restaurants, bars, parks, and historical spaces nearby, so you can really make a day of it.

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Certain personality traits are predictors of a longer life – do you have them?

If you are organised, active and helpful, there’s a chance you could live longer than someone who is not. If you are frequently stressed, anxious or moody, you may have a shorter lifespan. Researchers behind a new study say their findings could help doctors develop tools for predicting health risks based not only on blood pressure and cholesterol but also on how someone tends to think, feel and behave (Picture: Getty)

The study is published in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research and looked into linking personality traits to mortality. They found that those with the personality trait ‘conscientious’ are linked to a 15% lower risk of mortality. Conscientiousness is one of the ‘big five’ personality traits that are a part of a psychological framework categorising personality into five broad dimensions. The other four are Oopenness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism (Picture: Getty)

The researchers looked at the five core personality traits across 22,000 participants and measured their mortality. They found people who fell under the banner of having ‘conscientiousness’ traits were linked to a lower risk of death. This also included organised people, who have a 14% lower risk of mortality, responsible people, who have a 12% lower risk, and those who were hardworking and thorough had a 15% lower risk (Picture: Getty)

The researchers also revealed that being active, lively and helpful were also related to a lower mortality risk. Meanwhile, neurotic, worry-prone personality traits were linked to a higher risk. The study said that extraversion, referring to an individual’s energy, vigor, fast tempo, as well as engagement with life, was ‘the strongest item-level predictor of mortality’ (Picture: Getty)

People with a higher level of neuroticism, who are moody, worry-prone, nervous, and less calm may have a higher risk of mortality because they have a higher instance of disease, higher Body Mass Index (BMI) and and higher risk of smoking. But those who are more conscientious, the study said, are more likely to have healthier life choices such as better health management, higher self-discipline, responsibility and higher playfulness (Picture: Getty)

For the study, participants filled out a questionnaire and tracked their mortality between six and 28 years. Researchers did not find any link between agreeableness and mortality. The report said: ‘The present study found that being organised, responsible, and active were among the items with stronger associations with the risk of mortality. Therefore, it is likely that similar specific personality characteristics may be predictive of different health-related outcomes, such as dementia, BMI, and mortality risk’ (Picture: Getty)

Speaking to the Independent, Professor René Mõttus, from The University of Edinburgh, said that the study results suggest people could change their personality traits to improve mortality risk. He said: ‘We found that it is often these specific personality traits, nuances, that drive personality’s associations with mortality. It stands to reason that these personality nuances are easier to change than broad trait domains such as neuroticism or conscientiousness. So, our findings offer hope’ (Picture: Getty)

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'Mate's mean sister ruined my birthday so I've taken drastic action'

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Zara Tindall's figure-hugging pencil dress is her most 'eye-catching' yet

Zara Tindall stunned in the most ‘eye-catching’ Rebecca Vallance dress at a charity dinner she attended with husband Mike Tindall, and it might just be her best dress of autumn 2025 so far.

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3 activities are recommended for older people over walking or jogging

Adults in your 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond, you may want to rethink your exercise routine. A new study from Harvard University has revealed that three fitness activities are more beneficial than walking or jogging. And no, it’s not swimming. Nor is it Zumba. Pilates and yoga are wrong guesses, too. Rather, it’s another ancient practice that promises to enhance your physical *and* mental wellbeing, helping you stay in shape long into your older years (Picture: Getty Images/Image Source)

Yep, we’re talking about Tai Chi, the Chinese martial art – initially developed for combat and self-defence – that involves slow, gentle movements, physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and controlled breathing. Harvard’s research notes that this form of exercise is especially beneficial for those over 60, as it’s not necessarily about how many calories you can burn or how fast your heart rate can go: it focuses on improving balance, strength, and mental clarity instead (Picture: Getty Images)

Alongside Tai Chi, the Japanese martial art Aikido, and Wing Chun, a form of Southern Chinese kung fu, are also recommended for seniors. While they all have roots in self-defence, practising them in this respect is more about how they can help your body: each art is gentle on the joints, and holding the slow positions helps to reduce the risk of falls, which can be more dangerous the older you get. Bones become more brittle as the body ages, which means they can break easily. All three martial arts enhance flexibility, too, as well as boost mood and overall well-being (Picture: Getty Images)

Harvard’s study included 32 healthy participants aged 60 to 85 years, all of whom performed six Tai Chi movements. The research was specifically looking into this age group, but only analysed those who were able to walk or move around for a minimum of 15 minutes without the need for an assistive device (Picture: Getty Images)

According to the paper, the study excluded those with chronic neuromuscular conditions, active cancer, chronic use of pain medications, cognitive impairment, or individuals who had been hospitalised for acute medical conditions in the six months preceding the study. Participants were required to wear wearable sensors so their six Tai Chi movements could be evaluated and scored for adherence and proficiency by experts (Picture: Getty Images)

According to Dr Peter M. Wayne, who was one of the researchers in the study, Tai Chi has a positive effect on ageing. The movements help with responsiveness and coordination, and improve memory and concentration thanks to the calming – yet complex – positions and routines. The aforementioned lack of high impact is another reason why they are suited to the older generation. The deep breathing exercises are tailored towards achieving a state of relaxation, reducing stress, anxiety, and improving sleep. Socially, Tai Chi can be practised in group classes, meaning people can stay connected to reduce loneliness – something that is more prevalent in older adults (Picture: Getty Images)

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This pumpkin dish looks almost identical to the £289 Le Creuset – and costs just £15

The Sainsbury's pumpkin dish on a Halloween-themed background — Shoppers are obsessed with this Sainsbury’s £15 pumpkin casserole dish that looks just like one from Le Creuset (Picture: Metro/Sainsbury’s/Getty)

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If you’ve been dreaming of adding some autumnal charm to your kitchen but don’t want to splash hundreds on fancy cookware, we’ve got just the thing for you.

Our latest Sainsbury’s find is a gorgeous £15 pumpkin-shaped casserole dish which, if we do say so ourselves, looks almost identical to a luxury Le Creuset dish that retails for a whopping £289.

Now, we know that a seasonal casserole dish is a little bit OTT for some but, when it’s this cute, who can resist?

Sainsbury’s Home Casserole Dish

Serve your autumnal stews and casseroles in this cute, seasonal pumpkin shaped dish. Made from hardy dolomite, it’s safe for popping in the oven and microwave and holds up to 2.1L of liquid.

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Whether you’re planning to serve up hearty stews, tasty casseroles, or a spicy chili, this dish is functional and pretty.

Holding up to 2.1L, it’s safe for use in the oven and microwave and with its adorable pumpkin design and stalk-shaped handle on the lid, it’s a seasonal showstopper.

While you could argue that the Le Creuset version might last you a tiny bit longer, there’s no arguing with the price difference.

The Le Creuset Pumpkin Casserole Dish — Le Creuset’s Cast Iron Pumpkin Casserole dish is gorgeous but has a hefty £289 price tag

At just £15, the Sainbury’s dish is far easier on the wallet and does just the job of serving delicious dishes during the autumn season.

So, if you’ve been eyeing up some high-end cookware but want to keep things budget-friendly, this Sainsbury’s pumpkin casserole dish is the perfect answer.

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