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Surprisingly easy to manoeuvre and skilled at cleaning carpet and hard floor, Shark’s upright bagless model is one of the best corded vacuums I’ve tested • The best vacuum cleaners Corded vacuum cleaners aren’t as glamorous as their cordless cousins, but swapping battery power for a plug socket has its advantages. The device will never be short of power, so it can keep cleaning for as long as you need it to. Prices also tend to be lower because there’s no expensive battery to factor into the cost. On the downside, there’s a cable to manage while you clean, and even the longest cords usually need to be switched from one plug socket to another if your home is any larger than a small flat. Continue reading...

The Guardian Lifestyle • 8 hours ago

Cooked vegetables, pickles and good mayonnaise are key components of this traditional but adaptable dish In much of the world, including Russia itself, this richly satisfying collation is known as salade olivier , after the 19th-century Belgian-born chef credited with its creation. Its wide popularity is testament to its adaptability and essential deliciousness: robust enough for picnics and packed lunches, it also keeps well and is great paired with just about anything, from fish to a simple green salad. Prep 40 min Cook 15 min Serves 4 Continue reading...

The Guardian Lifestyle • 8 hours ago

A social media manager and a​ transport psychology ​researcher disagreed over Palestine Action, but who ​changed their view on the triple-loc​k? • Want to meet someone from across the divide? Click here to find out how Hugo, 21, Birmingham Occupation Social media manager for the Conservative party Continue reading...

The Guardian Lifestyle • 9 hours ago

Both Denzel and Sarita left sexless relationships before they met, but together they have discovered toys and Tantric sex • How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously She’s brought a different side to my life I didn’t know existed Continue reading...

The Guardian Lifestyle • 10 hours ago

What happened when I stopped letting metrics, experts, and “shoulds” tell me how to feel. The post I Broke Up With These Wellness Rules—and Learned to Trust My Body Instead appeared first on Camille Styles .

Camille Styles • 10 hours ago

With bus fares capped at £3 and free for kids in August, it’s the ideal time for wildlife watching, woodland walks, world-class art and more Trips to waterfalls, gardens, galleries, medieval forests and prehistoric caves will make the long school holidays a lot more fun. To help families explore affordably, throughout August buses in England will be free for kids and adult fares will be capped at £3 single. Or, if you arrive somewhere by train, you could buy a PlusBus ticket , which include unlimited local bus travel. Here are six ideas for family outings by bus around England. Continue reading...

The Guardian Lifestyle • 14 hours ago