Many novice travelers are wondering how to make a long haul flight comfortable and whether it is possible at all. Some direct flights may take up to 15 hours. Due to climatic changes at altitude (low pressure, dry air) and prolonged sitting, the human body is under severe stress. How to ease the difficulties and make your flight more comfortable? Let us take a look at 8 practical tips.
Choose Night Flights
If most of the flight takes place at night, it is much easier for the body to relax and fall asleep. Thus, the body logically prepares for sleep, and you get better...
The unrolled breast of lamb is undoubtedly one of the least expensive cuts of lamb. But its fantastic affordability shouldn’t be interpreted as making it a lesser cut – because it can still make for a magical meal when treated with some care and attention. Although it is perceived by some as a fattier cut of the lamb and therefore best to be avoided, we are here to dispel any rumours you may have heard, and teach you how to cook a delicious unrolled breast of lamb .
First things first: as delicious as this cut of lamb is, it is certainly no quick fix! The cooking process for the...
As hugs return to our lives, a leading national charity whose HQ is in Exeter is urging separated families across Devon to ensure the children get the chance to hug both their parents.
For over a year, separated families have adapted parenting arrangements as best they could. Restrictions meant many children didn’t see one of their parents for many months on end, and for some even longer. Temporary arrangements were made, with thousands of children making do with using video conference apps.
The United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) has launched its first annual report, in its 300 year history, marking another major step forward in its commitment to modernisation, transparency and normalization.
The annual report includes the new mission statement, which sits alongside the UGLE’s four key values of integrity, respect, friendship and charity. In addition, a recent study found that 75% of Freemasons take part in civic or charitable activities, compared to only 31% of non-Freemasons, in a matched geodemographic profile.
Interdisciplinary dance artist Lewys Holt's double-bill show Phrases & Footnotes will be streaming all day on Saturday 15th May with a Q&A with Lewys at 8pm, as part of Exeter Phoenix's Bloom: Online Festival of Mental Health Awareness. The show is touring digitally this spring with several venues across the UK.
Both shows approach miscommunication and confusion in our use of language by instead exploring them through movement; Phrases plays with our interpretations of everyday sayings, whilst Footnotes parodies academic-speak, taking audiences on long, humorous...
The death of a family member can be a traumatic experience for loved ones. On top of this, the financial burdens left behind can wreak havoc on the family. Though it is not possible to keep them from feeling heartbreak and grief, you can help reduce their financial misery by buying a cremation insurance policy at the right time .
If you have not bought a cremation policy yet, read more to know its benefits and how to buy the right policy.
What is a Cremation Insurance Plan?
Also known as end-of-life insurance or final expense insurance, a cremation insurance...
Along with, ‘just because we can, doesn’t mean we should’, ‘taking a cautious approach’ to the latest easing of restrictions is the mantra from public health experts up and down the land.
So while the choice to hug our family and friends, or to choose not to just yet, is ours to take, Steve Brown, Director of Public Health Devon advises caution.
“I’m not going to tell people that they mustn’t hug, but I will resist and my advice to others is to also exercise caution,” says Steve Brown.
“While coronavirus is still present in our communities, and people are still...
Oral health and hygiene are integral to your wellbeing; many people describe it as the gateway to your overall health. Not properly taking care of your teeth and gums can lead to several wider health problems, for example, loss of teeth, gum disease, heart problems, and diabetes. The number of issues that can arise if you do not take care of your teeth properly is high; thus, it is integral to take care of your oral health. This blog will serve as a guide to achieving excellent oral hygiene and health.
Brush your teeth
Brushing your teeth regularly is one of the most...
If you think all charity shops are the same, think again - the Samaritans’ store in Sidmouth is not only a successful fund-raising outlet but it’s also a unique showcase for some of the area’s best artistic talents.
The shop, located in a former bank building, reopened from lockdown last month and within three weeks had attracted 700 paying customers, providing much-needed financial assistance for the Exeter, Mid and East Devon branch of the charity.
But it’s more than just the usual mix of cards and donated items, because part of the shop operates as a showcase for...
An appealing email signature design means much for proper disclosure of your personality and brand. It is more than just a name and title. This small detail usually makes the first impression and sets the tone of the email communication.
Critical functions of any email signature are to provide information, attract attention and encourage response. Thus, it has to be both attractive and informative. Luckily, with broad email signature software functionality , there is no problem with fitting all the required information into a signature’s small space.
