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Top mistakes you're making when decorating your space

Decorating a home or a room can be a bit overwhelming. You want it to be instantly engaging and impressive, while also designed for comfort and ease of use. These are a lot of factors to consider, and when you feel a bit clueless it's normal that sometimes things can feel a bit off and hard to pinpoint in your own space. That's why it's smart to check out some common decorating mistakes. Curious? Click through this gallery for the top mistakes you're making when decorating your space.

Countries with the lowest divorce rates

Marriage is a common feature of all societies. In contrast, divorce, or ending a marriage, has not always been possible in many places. In some countries, the rate of divorce is extremely low. Looking at the numbers, it's important to bear in mind they don't provide context for the rate of divorce itself. In some countries, there are religious and cultural reasons conspiring to keep the rate below average. Divorce rates are calculated using available census data from each country. Dividing the number of divorces in a given year by total population yields the crude divorce rate. However, this doesn't take into account that the divorce rate is measured as a percentage of the total population, not in relation to the total number of marriages. Where possible, i.e. there is data available, the divorce rate is taken alongside the marriage rate to come to paint a more accurate picture about a country's rate of divorce. Curious? Click on to discover the countries with the lowest divorce rates worldwide.

12 Tips for Creating the Ultimate Wedding Registry

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Alexa Chung just shared a Noughties throwback photo featuring utterly iconic Chanel look

The millennial fashion icon wore the runway dress to a house party and we're obsessed - see photo

Bel Powley looks incredible in a swimsuit as she and shirtless husband Douglas Booth enjoy the Ionian sea during romantic holiday in Greece

Bel Powley, 32, and her husband Douglas Booth, 31, enjoyed the sea during their romantic holiday to Greece in photos shared to Douglas's Instagram on Sunday.

We’ve Been Waiting for Prime Day All Year, and These Are the Must-Haves We’re Eyeing

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The 15 best mattresses in 2024, tried and tested at home with expert advice

This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. Jump straight to the reviews You may have heard that a mattress needs replacing every seve...

10 Genius Ways To Use Up All That Produce In Your Fridge

These meals take mere minutes.

My kids lived in Slovenia for a year. When we returned to the US I felt reverse culture shock.

Brittany McAnally and her family moved to Slovenia for a year from the US. Here are some of the biggest cultural differences.

Victoria Starmer's chic Downing Street dress is sold out in red - but I like the black version even better

New PM Keir Starmer’s wife Victoria wore ME+EM’s Contrast Stitch Midi Dress for her Downing Steet debut. The red version is no longer available but that’s a good thing - because the black version is superior. Here’s why…

The memo: could one missed message have saved me a lifetime of regret?

I can pinpoint the exact moment my fantasy flickered into life. It was a drizzly spring afternoon in 2019. I had just had an appointment at the eye doctor and found shelter from the rain at a tiny newsstand uptown. It happened to be around the corner from my first job, where I answered phones for a man who oversaw a newspaper, now long out of print. I was many jobs beyond that point, but still always on the phone, this time with my best friend....

The Most Beautiful Small Towns In Every State

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These Antiquing Tips and Tricks Will Have You Picking Like a Pro

Author and blogger Liz Marie Galvan shows you how to make the most of your flea market finds.

The trend of the moment: the 'adults only' holiday

Do you want to be carefree in the sun during the short holiday you take and not be disturbed by crying or weeping children? Do you want to rekindle the fire in your relationship instead of being constantly reminded of your role as a parent? Then an adults-only holiday is definitely for you. As a matter of fact, this hype is gaining popularity all over the world. More and more hotels are profiling themselves as 'adults only' hotels. And so you...

EXCLUSIVE: Meet the winner of the world's first AI beauty pagean

The winner of the first ever AI beauty pageant has been announced as Kenza Laylie, a Moroccan 'influencer' who beat 1,500 competitors to claim the $13,000 top prize.

Here's Everything You Need to Know About Your Birth Flower (and What It Means)

Are you a lily, a rose, or more of a honeysuckle?

17 Chic Mules Every Woman Needs in Her Shoe Collection

These are the stylish pairs to slip your feet into from now through the rest of fall.

The incredible story of the first Catholic millennial saint

Amid abuse by her schoolteacher, Dassi Erlich married a man she'd known for 8 hours.

This is an edited extract from In Bad Faith by Dassi Erlich, with Ellen Whinnett and is out now via Hachette.I peeked through my eyelashes at the unfamiliar orange beard across the table and dared myself to look up. Eye contact, Mrs Leifer had reminded me on the phone just moments earlier. 'Remember to look up.' I felt my cheeks ... Continued

Do you have imposter syndrome? Quiz shows if you suffer with condition

Dr Carmen Harra, American author of Committed: Finding Love and Loyalty Through the Seven Archetypes, has told FEMAIL how to find whether you are possibly experiencing the condition.

The 80 Best Organizing Tips for the Tidiest Home Ever

Say goodbye to clutter!

I've Eaten At Nearly Every Single Chain Restaurant—These Are The Best Menu Items

Two years later and 20 restaurants down, this is our official list. People always ask: What are the *best* chain restaurant menu items? Honestly, I've tried too many to count; they've all become a massive blur in my memory. So, to make your lives easier (and, selfishly, mine), I've made the official ranking of the best menu items at each restaurant I've visited. Buckle up y'all.

Molly-Mae Hague looks emotional as she takes on bridesmaid duties and walks down the aisle with daughter Bambi at her sister Zoe's wedding

Molly-Mae Hague looked emotional taking on bridesmaid duties as she walked down the aisle with her daughter Bambi at her sister Zoe's wedding on Saturday.

Finally, a Skincare Line That's Gentle Enough for Tweens and Teens

These acne-fighting products are intended to help young people navigate puberty — without shame.

De-stress and design! Batik painting emerges as a new art therapy

Batik artist Zakaria Jusoh of Kampung Jambu, said the activity not only helps visitors to transform their creative ideas into batik paintings but also serves as an art therapy that can reduce stress.

13 Best Foot Creams for Cracked Heels and Baby-Soft Soles

Just because sandal season is over doesn't mean you shouldn't be caring for your feet!

Every Man Needs a Blazer. Here Are 25 of the Best.

Sometimes, a hoodie just doesn't cut it.

Princess Kate, sister Pippa and mum Carole all share the same necklace - and it's so sentimental

Kate Middleton, her sister Pippa and her mum Carole have all been spotted wearing the Kiki McDonough Eden pendant on many occasions. Perhaps the trio share the pretty jewellery item.

Edible insects take flight in Singapore: Restaurants gear up for bug-based feasts following approval of 16 species

SINGAPORE, July 8 — The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) today approved 16 insect species for human consumption. The insects...

Bridesmaid praised for ditching bride at salon after learning she was making fun of her

Bridesmaid praised for ditching bride at salon after learning she was making fun of her - ‘They are deceitful mean girls who didn’t even have the decency to apologize after you found out that they were being mean to you and secretly ganging up on you,’ one Reddit comment read

Dua Lipa dazzles in custom Gucci crystal dress and fishnets

The Houdini singer looked resplendent in a crystal-clad dress during the European leg of her Radical Optimism tour - read more

The Beauty Products the Royal Family Swears By

From Kate Middleton's must-have balm to the nail polish that's multi-generation royal staple, these are the royal beauty essentials.

'Can micellar water really replace dry shampoo? I tried it.'

Mamamia’s Tried and Tested series is your review of the latest to hit our desks in beauty, health and wellbeing. You won’t find any #sponsored content here, just honest, relatable and independent advice. This week, Mamamia's Beauty Editor trials the micellar water dry shampoo hack. The 'micellar water dry shampoo' hack is everywhere right now and so many people (one person) ... Continued

Megan Fox's white dress is the affordable mini you never knew you needed

Megan Fox looked sensational at Michael Rubin's Hampton's White Party held on July 4. Find out where Megan's white dress is from and how to style it.

7 Bizarre But Delicious Fruit Smoothie Combinations You Have to Try

Rise and shine with these wonderfully weird smoothies.

How to optimize your break-up

We've all been through traumatic break-ups—the big ones that throw your mind into a tailspin and leave a lasting mark. When you're in the thick of it, it's hard to see things like value and growth, but these painful experiences can actually be the best time to learn about ourselves. Breaking up is never easy, but you can make it easier on yourself and your partner if you understand how the brain reacts. Focusing on personal development during this time can heal your heart faster and shift your entire view of the situation. Click through the gallery to find out how.

Emma Corrin's thigh-high YSL stockings look is sheer excellence

The My Policeman star attended the Deadpool & Wolverine fan event in Berlin sporting YSL - see more

Where to Buy Meghan Markle's Favorite Shoes

The Duchess of Sussex loves classic staples with a twist.

10 Organization Tricks for People With Too Many Clothes

Your hangers could be working so much harder.

30 essential herbs and spices for your kitchen

In every kitchen, there are staples. These staples are the very heart and soul of deliciousness in food. Herbs and spices take our ordinary, bland food, and make it something extraordinary. Think about life without a little spice from a chili, or how your food would taste without just the right amount of salt. Unimaginable levels of dissatisfaction would follow! To avoid the panic and pandemonium that would ensue if this were ever the case, this gallery will give you the staples needed for every kitchen when speaking in the herbs and spices department. Click through to the end to make sure your kitchen is up to standard.

Your Weekly Tarot Card Reading Wants You to Be Real

Our resident tarot expert Kerry Ward breaks down what’s in the cards for you this week.

The One Houseplant Every Stylist Swears By

Always looks great, barely needs water.

7 of the best pieces to shop from Astrid & Miyu's stunning new pearl collection

Pearl jewellery is trending for summer and cult jewellery brand Astrid & Miyu have released their brand new pearl collection just in time – here are our top picks…

15 Soy Candles to Make Your Space Smell Dreamy

Whether you prefer musky, fruity, or sweet scents, set the right tone with these clean candles that smell unbelievable.

These Insanely Helpful Garden Plants Keep the Mosquitoes Away

Say goodbye to the outdoor pests. Bugs come with the territory when you’re outdoors, but some are more tolerable than others. If it feels like mosquitoes are invading your yard, it’s understandable to want to do what you can to get rid of them. Enter mosquito repellent plants. Here’s the thing: Experts say that the best way to keep mosquitoes at bay is to use personal repellents recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But if you want to go a more natural route, you may be interested in selecting certain plants—they’re just not necessarily guaranteed to work as well as a spray. “The idea that planting certain plants around your home will successfully repel mosquitoes is only supported by anecdotal evidence and not empirical evidence,” says Eva Buckner, Ph.D., assistant professor and state extension specialist at the University of Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory. It’s important to note, though, that there is some evidence that certain plants may help discourage certain mosquitoes from setting up camp in your yard—they just don’t work as well as a chemical or spray. If it feels like your outdoor space is a haven to mosquitoes, it’s a good idea to “eliminate mosquito breeding grounds on and around your property by draining standing water from flowerpots, birdbaths, grill covers, baby pools, and other sources,” says Jim Fredericks, Ph.D., board-certified entomologist and senior vice president of public affairs at the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Using a small fan outside may also help keep mosquitoes away since “they are not strong flyers,” Fredericks says. But if you like the look and smell of certain plants and want to see if they keep the mosquitoes away, too, there’s no reason not to try them. These are the plants fans swear are most likely to help get rid of mosquitoes. Snap up one or a few to enhance your outdoor space.

4 Most Overpriced Chicken Chains In 2024

From Chick-fil-A to Popeyes, customers are getting fed up with the rising costs of their favorite fried chicken items.

Evil Lucy Letby poses with friends on a hen do in York

The group, mostly nurses, are seen posing on Lendal Bridge in York, with Letby - then 25 - at the head of the party in a black floral dress and matching black clutch bag.

I Went to Italy to Learn How to Make Pizza, and These Are the Tools I Now Use at Home

Turns out, the pizza oven is only one of the key pieces of equipment for at-home pizza magic.

These are the 30 coolest streets in the world right now

What makes a street "cool?" Is it the number of restaurants, bars, cafés, and independent shops? Or is it just a general vibe, a friendly warmth that's hard to pin down? Apparently, it's a combination. Every year, Time Out ranks the best cities in the world. For 2024, it ranked the world's 30 coolest streets, but you might be surprised: they're unexpected spots! To produce the lineup, the global listings guide's network of editors and writers chipped in to make the case for their favorite streets in their respective cities. Click on to find out if you've ever strolled in one of them.

How I made $200 for 10 minutes work on eBay

An Aussie mum-of-three has revealed how she made $200 in ten minutes by flipping a designer dress on eBay.