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The Taygeer 40 x 30 x 20cm cabin backpack includes a separate shoe pouch, wet pocket and multiple storage compartments.

This bestselling Ryanair cabin backpack is now £16.99

New Gen Yoto Player

Yoto Mini 4th Gen vs 2024 Edition: my verdict on which is worth buying

Beauty fans can get their hands on a free full-size bestselling e.l.f. make-up product for a limited time. One of the things you could buy to qualify for the free gift is Save Your e.l.f. Hypochlorous Mist (pictured).

How to get a free full-size e.l.f. make-up product for a limited time

Tom Evans, Head of Sales at Purplebricks, has top tips for homeowners hoping to sell

Explainer 10 expert tips to sell your house quicker

From ring pulls and bottle tops to centuries-old coins and lost jewellery, the Minelab Vanquish 360 has turned every trip to the beach into a treasure hunt. And who knows, the next signal might just be the big one.

Minelab Vanquish 360 review: Is it worth buying?

A kitchen spending spree could have run into hundreds of pounds - but bargain tech on Amazon seemed like it was worth a try

My Smart Home: Taking a punt on kitchen tech from unfamiliar brands Gareth Butterfield

Fashion

I love these nightwear pieces from Boux Avenue's pyjama and dressing gown collection for autumn/winter 2026.

Boux Avenue's fluffy dressing gown is my cosy-season favourite
From a fluffy pink dressing gown to heart-print fleece pyjamas, Boux Avenue has some lovely nightwear options for colder evenings, with a tempting offer on selected pyjama sets.
Rochelle Barrand

Mrs Hinch showed off her grey cargo joggers on Instagram - here's where you can buy them.

Mrs Hinch's grey joggers are a hit with tall women - where to buy

Stacey Solomon has praised this Amazon cosy teddy coat for being warm without feeling too heavy.

Stacey Solomon's cosy winter coat is back in stock on Amazon

Julia Roberts has embraced the balloon trouser trend for autumn 2026, with M&S offering three alternatives to recreate her effortlessly chic style (pictured).

Julia Roberts' chic balloon trousers trend has M&S alternatives

Calvin Klein CK One Unisex Eau de Toilette

‘Timeless’ CK One ‘great value’ fragrance down to £22.80 from £57

Runderwear specialises in running clothing and accessories designed to help prevent chafing, rubbing and discomfort.

Runderwear review: Comfort put to the test

Ayacucho’s cosy Tenby Half Zip and Texel Full Zip fleeces combine warmth and comfort with an outdoorsy look that works just as well for everyday wear.

I tried the Ayacucho fleeces shoppers love

Beauty

Halloween makeup ideas that look flawless rather than fancy dress, from black lipstick to smoky eyeliner

Halloween beauty essentials for a flawless party look
The e.l.f skincare and makeup essentials I’d use for a dramatic Halloween party look.
Natalie Dixon

I usually avoid 12-day advent calendars but the Sentier fragrance one changed my mind

I tried Sentier’s 12-day fragrance advent calendar and loved it

P.Louise's brilliantly spooky £45 Secrets in the Shadows Halloween palette opens to reveal 54 eyeshadows, with a clever light-up feature adding to the drama.

P.Louise goes gloriously OTT for Halloween

I tried No7’s Good Intent skincare range and these are the products I’m loving

I tried the new No7 Good Intent skincare products

FOREO LUNA 4 review: I tried the facial cleansing and firming device everyone’s talking about

FOREO LUNA 4 review: My verdict after a few weeks

Travel and Staycations

Family holidays for less than £100? You'd be surprised how many options there are

Four nights away for six people for £99? These seaside breaks deliver

Autumn is a great time for a getaway

Parkdean’s £99 beach breaks work out at £4.13 per person a night

The black 20-litre cabin backpack features multiple storage compartments

This £9.99 cabin backpack impressed a four-day holidaymaker

Fancy a last-minute break by the seaside? You just need to book a bargain break before they sell out

Three last-minute half-term holidays for £99 - and right by the beach

The black ATX Luggage 21-inch cabin suitcase has a 44-litre capacity, four double spinner wheels and a built-in TSA-approved lock.

This roomy ATX cabin suitcase is now £24 on Amazon

The LOVEVOOK 24-litre cabin backpack measures 40 x 30 x 20cm and features multiple compartments for travel essentials.

This stylish LOVEVOOK cabin backpack is now £19.98

n e-Sim from Holafly has been named the best value when compared with rivals on a similar trip

Cheapest travel eSIM named in seven-provider comparison study

Bourton

Five things to see and do in the Cotswolds this May

Durdle Door

Five ways to explore breathtaking Dorset landscape this bank holiday

Ye Olde Bell Hotel exterior

Beat those winter blues with a stay at Nottinghamshire spa hotel

Homes and Gardens

Unlucky for some? Research suggests that homes numbered 13 have an average property value more than £5,000 below the national average.

Unlucky house number linked to £5,000 property difference

Stacey Solomon has called the Shark PowerDetect Transformer PowerTrio System the “vacuum of dreams”, praising its powerful suction and versatile design - and fans can get £160 off with an exclusive code.

Stacey Solomon loves this powerful Shark ‘vacuum of dreams’

Lakeland's Barista Espresso Machine is reduced from £169.99 to £136 in the retailer's huge October sale.

Lakeland launches huge sale with savings of up to 20%

The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

Food and Drink

Costa Coffee's Christmas 2026 menu features new festive drinks, seasonal food, sweet treats and returning favourites.

Costa's Christmas menu is here with new treats and returning faves

Sainsbury’s Nectar shoppers can save up to 25% on Halloween treats. Stock image.

Sainsbury’s shoppers can save up to 25% on Halloween treats

Sainsbury’s offers families extra £3 a week for healthy food ahead of Christmas

Sainsbury’s brings back £3 weekly healthy start top-up for families

I tested high street's pumpkin spiced lattes and was stunned by winner

Greggs wins pumpkin spice latte taste test

Family and Parenting

Yoto Mini 4th Gen review: I tried the £89.99 screen-free player for kids

New Yoto cards include myths, escape room challenges and mysteries

Parents of sporty kids spend on average £1,216 a year on fuel getting their children to training and matches, racking up some 1,716 miles.

Parents fork out £1,216 a year on kids' sport trips

The Original Tour

The London bus tour offering families 20% off tickets this half-term

Outdoors

The inflatable camping tent accommodates up to four people and includes a manual pump, guy ropes, stakes and carry bag

This four-person inflatable tent is now £199

Columbia’s Hike Dry collection is built for unpredictable UK weather, combining waterproof protection with lightweight, breathable comfort

I tested Columbia’s Hike Dry range for Britain’s wettest walks

The Magnolia Hotel at Qunita do Lago is a colourful 1950s American-style motel - www.ebourneimages.com

How to spend three days at Quinta Do Lago – without playing golf

Money

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

Money savvy Georgia Thorney Nash, has shared some of her top tips for saving.

How Tesco and M&S deals help her save £300 a month

Motoring

70mai A900 and A900 Ultra review: dual 4K dash cams compared

Honda Prelude

Honda’s new Prelude e:HEV is a practical and comfortable two-seater coupe

Kia EV3

Kia’s small electric SUV is a great all-rounder, says Julie Marshall

Cars available to drive include the Lamborghini Gallardo and many more

Lamborghini, Ferrari and Aston Martin supercar driving experiences

Recommended

A charming cottage that featured in the Vicar of Dibley is on sale - with bids starting at £375k.

Vicar of Dibley cottage goes up for sale

Workhorse: the Ryichi wind-up radio is compact but could be a lifesaver

I tested this £29.99 emergency radio for power cuts

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

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YuMove's little joint supplement treats are my dogs' favourite snacks right now

YuMOVE joint bites review: my dog loves them, but do they help?

These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

Think Bunches only delivers flowers? Think again!

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

I’m making a Halloween boo basket this year and Sainsbury’s has everything I need

How to make a Halloween boo basket with treats and gifts

I’ve just received Very’s £75 Christmas Beauty Box is worth over £360 and I want to keep it for myself

Very’s £75 Christmas Beauty Box is packed with £360 of beauty treats

The e.l.f. Christmas gift sets I'd pick for beauty lovers this year and prices start from just £15

e.l.f. Christmas gift sets for beauty lovers

Neal's Yard Remedies' 45th Anniversary Advent Calendar contains 25 skincare, bath, body and wellbeing treats worth more than £500, including 17 full-size products.

Neal's Yard Remedies' £195 advent calendar is a beauty

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury's will sell you a pumpkin for 50p this year - here's how

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

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