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Both Jess Molina and Geoff Simmons love their mahi. But they’re among Kiwi workers who are ditching the 40-hour week slog for a better work-life balance. “I think the pandemic has really made us all evaluate our lives and ways of living,” Molina, 29, said. The “anti-work” movement had gained traction since the beginning of the pandemic, and is the belief that people should only work as much as they need to, rather than working a traditional 40-hour, five-day week many are contracted to do. A subreddit about anti-work had attracted more than 1.7 million followers and counting, up from about 100,000 in March 2020. READ MORE: New year, new you, same clothes: How to make your existing wardrobe work Social media big hitters: The secret lives of modern influencers Boost your productivity using calendar management Molina said she isn’t “anti-work” because she loves and is passionate about her job, but she wanted a better work-life balance. So she quit the corporate life … [Read more...] about More Kiwis ditch the five day, 40-hour work week as ‘anti-work’ sentiment spreads

Analysis found three million households in fuel poverty in England. (Image: Getty) Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Analysis by the Local Government Association (LGA) found three million households in fuel poverty in England. Related articles State pension to hit £10,000 but half a million people will miss out National Insurance: Britons could lose access to state pension credit The average extra cost is caused by heat wasted through walls, roofs and windows of poorly insulated housing. The LGA, which represents 350 councils in England and Wales, is calling for a redoubling of Government efforts to insulate all fuel poor homes, which it says … [Read more...] about Leaky homes add £250 to bills, councils warn

The Prince of Wales took more than 20 private flights, including several helicopters, within the UK last year in order to avoid being stuck in traffic, it has emerged. The heir to the throne is said to be “allergic” to travelling by helicopter, one of the most polluting modes of travel. However, the annual Sovereign Grant report revealed that he took several flights during the last financial year, including hopping between engagements in Northern Ireland and Wales and a 70-mile trip from London to RAF Brize Norton, in order to catch a charter flight to Jordan. The Prince and the Duchess of Cornwall also appear to have flown separately to Wales by helicopter from their respective homes, Highgrove in Gloucestershire and Ray Mill in Wiltshire. The couple took more than 15 charter flights, including to and from Belfast, and multiple journeys from residence to residence - including Glasgow to Northolt last July and Northolt to Marham to Aberdeen in December. It comes as the Duchy … [Read more...] about Prince Charles took more than 20 private flights within the UK ‘to avoid being stuck in traffic’

Queen meets with Nicola Sturgeon in Edinburgh Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info In a video of the meeting, Ms Sturgeon walks into an audience with the Queen bows her head and continues to on to shake the Queen's hand, forgoing the traditional curtsy as a sign of respect towards Her Majesty. The move sparked criticism on Twitter notably from former Northern Ireland First Minister Arlene Foster . Related articles Keep bread fresh for 3 weeks with simple food storage hack Heat pump warning: Brit quoted 'up to £13k' to replace boiler Ms Forster questioned Nicola Sturgeon's decision not to curtsy and claimed that meeting the Queen had been one of the "greatest … [Read more...] about Sturgeon skewered over Queen meeting as she refuses to curtsy to monarch

An official said Thursday that at least eight inmates have died at an overcrowded prison in Haiti that ran out of food two months ago, adding to dozens of similar deaths this year as the country’s institutions crumble. Hunger and oppressive heat contributed to the inmates’ deaths reported this week by the prison in the southwest city of Les Cayes, Ronald Richemond, the city’s government commissioner, told The Associated Press. He said the prison houses 833 inmates. “Whoever can help should help immediately because the prisoners are in need," he said. The United Nations Security Council released a report last week saying 54 prison deaths related to malnutrition were documented in Haiti between January and April alone in the country of more than 11 million people. It urged Haiti’s government “to take the necessary measures to find a long-lasting solution to the prison food, water and medicine crisis.” Recommended Over £130m handed to housing providers … [Read more...] about Official: 8 more die as Haiti prisons lack food, water

Fuel: Matt Allwright shares tips on making your car more efficient This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info On BBC One’s Morning Live , consumer rights expert Matt Allwright gave tips on how drivers can benefit from fuel-saving tips and what they can do at the filling station to keep costs down. Speaking about the record petrol and diesel prices, he said: “This is unavoidable. They need to get to work, take their kids to school. Related articles Drivers told to use secret button to reduce fuel consumption New driving laws to be … [Read more...] about Morning Live host urges drivers to use fuel-saving tips – ‘You can really help yourself’

By Angelica Casas in San Antonio, Sam Cabral & Bernd Debusmann Jr. Published 1 day ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing "Poverty and desperation" led to the deaths of at least 50 migrants abandoned in a Texas lorry, Mexico's president has said. Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador blamed trafficking and "a lack of control" at the border - the worst case of migrant deaths due to smuggling in the US. Nearly two dozen Mexicans, seven Guatemalans and two Hondurans were among the dead. Those found alive, including four children, were taken to hospital. The survivors were "hot to the touch" and suffering from heat stroke and heat exhaustion. So far, Mexican authorities have said that at least two Mexican citizens are being treated for dehydration in hospital. Consular officials are working to confirm their identities. Authorities are working to confirm the … [Read more...] about Texas migrant deaths: Mexico blames poverty and US border crisis

This summer is set to be a scorcher and if you need a way to keep cool in the heat, the best handheld fans will be your best friend. Small and incredibly portable, these nifty gadgets will cool you down when the sun is blazing, whether you're on the bus or at the park. They also have different speed options so you can adjust the setting to how you like it. Keeping one in your pocket or handbag will rescue you from stuffy commutes, hot days at the beach and even indoors on the sofa. Here are the best handheld fans you can order online in time for the next heatwave. Top 3 handheld fans EasyAcc Handheld Portable USB Fan Get up to 17 hours of cooling time once this handheld fan is charged - perfect for long days in the garden or your next trip to the beach. This sleek gadget's handle folds up to fit easily in your bag, and can also be used as a small desk fan for when you're sending emails or working from home. From £ 19.99 Amazon Buy Now John … [Read more...] about Best handheld fans of 2022 to keep you cool wherever you are this summer

We all love treating ourselves to a beauty splurge here and there, but does expensive quality always mean that it’s better for our skin? With the cost of living only getting worse, some of us are really having to think about what we spend our money on - but thankfully your next makeup or skincare purchase doesn’t have to suffer as we’ve found some incredible beauty dupes! From foundation to eyeshadows, mascara to highlighters - even skincare and beyond! We’ve found some of the best beauty dupes on the market right now. They’re so good in fact that you’ll barely be able to tell the difference - but your bank balance will! So whether you have budget to stick to, or just want to save a bit of extra cash on a designer double - we’ve found the best dupes on the market right now! Top 3 beauty dupes Beautyblender Original Get a flawless blend with the award-winning, premier edgeless, reusable, high-definition cosmetic sponge applicator, in classic pink. The exclusive … [Read more...] about 16 affordable beauty dupes that are just as good as the designer double

A TENANT was locked out of her flat overnight by the council for not telling them she was off on a four-day camping trip. Alice Benn, 33, had to sleep on a neighbour's sofa and was banned from going into her flat just to pick up clean clothes. She came back from the holiday with her 23-year-old brother in Camber Sands, East Sussex , last night when she realised the code on her temporary accommodation flat had changed. An on-duty worker told her they changed the lock code because she went away without telling them. But no one in charge of the block of 27 flats in Tonbridge, Kent , tried to contact her while she was away before deciding to lock her out, she said. Alice, who lives alone in the £124-a-month flat, told The Sun: "It feels like a prison here. I went away for four days, not weeks and weeks. READ MORE UK NEWS AFTER-COURT DRINKS Mum drinks PINT to celebrate avoiding jail over homophobic rant at cop SHOPPING … [Read more...] about I came back from a 4 day camping trip to find the council had locked me out of my own home – it’s ridiculous