Author: Stewart Thurlow

I once shared a lift with Meryl Streep & Julianne Moore. Oh, & Victoria Beckham smiled at me. UK Editor for ADDICTED.

Cycling is seeing a resurgence here in the US, with increasing numbers of Americans taking it up as a hobby or choosing to ride a bike to work. Cycling has a number of proven health benefits and as well as being a practical, low-cost and eco-friendly way to travel, biking is also a fun activity that can be enjoyed at any age or fitness level, alone or with friends. If you’re looking for inspiration for your next cycling tour, in this article, we’ll take a look at some great cycling books that will inspire you to pump up your bicycle…

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Whether you’re buying your first house or moving houses, it’s a really exciting time for anybody. But once that initial buzz wears off, more often than not you’re left with the cold feeling that your new house just doesn’t feel like a home. This is a totally normal feeling, and you may even be regretting the move in the first place – try not to worry though! It can take a lot of time for you to feel at home in your new house, but here are some top tips to try to speed this process up. Hang Family…

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The sky is blue. Water is wet. Life is stressful. All three things are undoubtedly true. And, while we can’t change the first two, we can try to manage stress. Despite their near-constant alerts and presence, our phones can help with the effort. For example, if the phone rings and you want to know who is calling me from this uk number, you can quickly open its internet browser to put your mind at rest. Other stress-management techniques take more time and effort, but they’re worth it. Why we need to tackle stress Stress is not new, nor is…

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If you know someone who is passionate about sport and their birthday or a special occasion is coming up, then with this knowledge in mind, they should be easier to buy a gift for. You have plenty of different avenues to go down and can cater what you give them to their sport of choice. To give you some ideas, we have compiled a list that you can use as inspiration when pondering what gift to give them. The Right Apparel Every sport has different materials and styles of clothing that are premium. The items people wear to play…

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Fashion can be incredibly important to a number of people. For women, this may go further than simply the clothing that others can see. Even lingerie can be quite important. From that one go-to bra that makes you feel comfy, to the matching set that makes you feel like a goddess, lingerie can greatly alter how confident you feel about the day ahead. Therefore, learning some of the secrets of the market can be a good way to figure out which brands to choose. One of the main attractions of lingerie can be the company behind it. David Spector (ThirdLove)…

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Consumer insurance is big business in California. One of the most important sectors is the car insurance industry, which was worth more than $30 billion a year in 2020. That eye-watering amount is why insurers compete so hard for business in the state’s major metropolitan areas, like San Francisco and the Bay Area. There are about 8 million people living and working in The Golden City itself and the wider Bay Area. That’s one-fifth of the total population of California. All those drivers need auto insurance coverage under the state’s financial responsibility law. Insurers are all fighting for a slice of…

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If you’re trying to improve the appearance of your home, don’t forget about your garden! Even if you make the inside of your home as glamorous as possible, a shabby garden can completely undermine your hard work and bring down the value of your home. However, decorating outdoor spaces can be a difficult task, so if you’re stuck for ideas, here are some of the best ways to improve the appearance of your garden. Trees Planting some trees can really enhance the appearance of your garden. Although it’ll be easier to plant trees in a larger garden, you can…

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Real estate agents and real estate brokers are both experts who work at helping their clients navigate the difficult process of selling, buying, or renting a property. The key difference is that brokers (like Compass) have more in-depth training than agents and often serve in supervisory roles that oversee the agents that work for them. Depending on what your needs are you may need a broker rather than an agent – it is important to know the difference so you know which one you can best make use of. What do real estate agents do? Real estate agents have…

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Many women see wearing glasses as a practical necessity rather than as a stylish accessory, but just because your glasses help you to see doesn’t mean they can’t look amazing too. If you’re tired of feeling like your glasses don’t work with your clothes or have been thinking about getting contacts because your face doesn’t seem to suit your frames, keep reading. This blog has some great tips for women who want to change the way they look when wearing specs. Pay attention to color Classic black frames always feel like a safe choice when buying glasses, but the…

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A marriage is a commitment to love, cherish and honour your other half in sickness and in health. It’s an exciting time in any couple’s lives and a celebration of their relationship. However, over time it’s easy to become complacent and take each other for granted. Just because you’re married, doesn’t mean you should stop romanticising your lives. So, here are some ways to improve your relationship in marriage. Communication You’ve probably heard many people talk about the benefits of communication in relationships. Discussing what you want and need from your partner ensures that you’re always on the same…

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Remember, remember, the fifth of November… Guy Fawkes Night, Bonfire Night, Fireworks Night; whatever name you give the 5th November, chances are as a child you spent it wrapped up warm, stood in the back garden, tiny gloved hand clutching a sparkler trying excitedly to write your name in the darkness while somewhere, too closely ahead, your dad tried not to kill himself, or you, while lighting shop bought fireworks after a couple of beers. Ah, the eighties… My birthday falls on 6th November so it was predestined that this would become the running theme of my early childhood birthday…

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Are you noticing more electric cars on the road? These used to be a rare sight, but in the last 3-or-4-years sales have exploded and many motorists are now making the switch. In fact, 2021 was the most successful year for EVs to date with more vehicles registered in this year alone than over the 5 previous years combined (despite COVID-19). 27.5% of the market is now electrified in some way and this will only continue in the coming years. Why Electric Car Sales Are Increasing So, what are the reasons for motorists making the switch? One of the…

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You only have to type ‘men’s skincare routine’ in to YouTube, Instagram or TikTok to be bombarded by beauty gurus and ‘skinfluencers’ freely offering up their advice on the best skincare products for you. Whilst these resources are a wonderful thing, it can be overwhelming when faced with so much information to figure out what products might work for you. If you’re anything like me, you want maximum results with the minimal of fuss and that’s where Shakeup Cosmetics come in. Shakeup Cosmetics, founded by Chinese British twin brothers Shane Carnell-Xu and Jake Xu, launched in 2019 with Harvey Nicols…

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Compass realty has experienced considerable amounts of success since its inception in 2012. This means that it’s managed to attract a lot of attention, from both customers and those who want to know more about how they’ve managed to grow so quickly. Alas this attention has also led some to misunderstand how the company’s model works, with some even wondering whether Compass is a pyramid scheme. The answer to this is certainly no – Compass is a legitimate business that’s fully registered and established in the real estate business. For more info on Compass, keep reading this blog. How…

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