Critical illness cover is an insurance policy where the insurance company is contracted to make a lump sum of payment if the policy holder is diagnosed with a specified serious illness. The sum is payable if you survive for a period of more than 28-30 days (depending on company) after the diagnosis and can be used for a variety of … More →

Dentists are calling for free meet the dentist sessions for kids to try combat tooth decay amongst children. Figures show that children are requiring painful treatment from an early age, some as young as two years old needing tooth extractions due to extensive decay. Tooth decay is the most common preventable illness in children. Visiting the dentist regularly, avoiding sugary … More →

The demand for Income Protection insurance (IPI) policies have increased in the past few years due to the uncertain financial times we are facing. But what is Income Protection? IPI policies provide policy holders with a regular income and benefits should they face sickness or an accident and were unable to continue working. Policies offer to cover these benefits until … More →

The superstitious among you may be reluctant to set up home in number 13. However, if you have been refusing to step foot inside number 13 you may have been avoiding the number. According to research into Home Insurance claims, Houses numbered 232 are the most unlucky – with more claims made by residents at this number than any other. … More →

It is possible to live on a narrow boat in one location, and many people do it. However, if you don’t have an official residential mooring, it can be a very ‘insecure’ way of life as you can be moved on at any time. If you want to live on a mooring you will need to bear in mind the … More →

The MCN London Motorcycle show is due to take place during February at the ExCel Centre with a showcase of motorbikes, live action exhibitions, accessories and more. The Excel Centre is transformed in to motor bike heaven for the four days that the event takes place. It is packed with dream machines and live action displays. The engines will be … More →

Despite the efforts of several car manufactures to give their vans the extra edge, the title of International Van of Year 2011 went to the Fiat Doblo Cargo. The Doblo Cargo was up against the Renault Master and Opel Movano, as well as the Mercedes Benz Vito. The design of the winning van managed to impress in many ways. The … More →

Horse mad Katie has purchased a hot pink horsebox what she describes as a mobile palace. The lorry is emblazoned with her silver tiara insignia is sure to raise some eyebrows in the equestrian set. The £120,000 eyesore which also has pink interior is fitted out with a double bed, en suite bathroom and top of the range kitchen. It … More →

Like anything involving physical co-ordination the best way to improve your skills is through practicing. Boards for beginners these days are very light and can be used without having to take a body building course. Turns are an important sail boarding skill. The trick is to do a lot more turns, as turning a sail board is the major component … More →

Lady Gaga and her boyfriend Luc Carl who recently moved in together in Los Angeles are rumoured to be engaged. The pair spent Christmas and New Year together at his parent’s house where he grew up in Springfield. Although she could afford to stay in a five star hotel she thought it would be more romantic to spend the festive … More →