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King Henry VIII and Queen Victoria have been immortalised – on chocolate coins
King Henry VIII and Queen Victoria have been immortalised – on a set of chocolate coins.
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Four months of music, podcasts and audiobooks for free? This deal ends soon
A generous free trial is offering months of ad-free music, podcasts and audiobooks, but the window to sign up is closing fast
I tested the Cosori Smart Meat Thermometer and it took the stress out of Christmas dinner (aff)
Worried about overcooking or undercooking your Christmas turkey? This smart thermometer promises perfect results with far less stress.
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Harley Street Clinic celebrates 27 years of private GP care
London’s Harley Street Health Centre is marking 27 years of continuous service built on transparent pricing, affordability, and unparalleled patient care.
MP David Taylor joins Year 9 students at John F Kennedy Catholic School for inspiring First Give Final, awarding £1,000 grant to local charity Druglink.
Students from John F Kennedy Catholic School in Hemel Hempstead have been taking action to address issues affecting the community by supporting local charities as part of a programme provided by national youth charity First Give (www.firstgive.co.uk).
Last minute stocking fillers to help menopausal women sparkle this Christmas
Dr Menopause unveils midlife hair and skincare stocking fillers to help you sparkle this festive season.
Crucial Hertfordshire Government reorganisation meetings dates confirmed
The Government is set to consult on plans to replace Hertfordshire’s existing councils with a smaller number of unitary authorities in February, council leaders have been told.
Why a personal breathalyser could be the most important gadget in your glovebox over the festive season
Personal breathalysers don’t replace common sense, but they can remove dangerous guesswork after a night of drinking
It’s not too late to gift a spa break this Christmas — and these deals are still available
If you’re scrambling for a thoughtful last-minute gift, spa vouchers might just save the day — instant, affordable and always appreciated
My top 10 favourite tech gadgets of 2025 revealed — some big surprises
From folding phones to robot vacs and ground-breaking solar systems, 2025 delivered some of the most exciting consumer tech in years - and these are the devices that truly stood out to our consumer technology expert after months of hands-on testing
I tried Amazon’s £18 whisky and it’s far better than it has any right to be
A litre of whisky for under £20 hardly inspires confidence, yet Amazon’s budget blend turned out to be far more enjoyable than expected
Enjoy a magical ‘Once Upon a Christmas Afternoon Tea’ at a top London hotel
The Westin, London City Why stay there? At this time of year there’s nothing more magical than staying in a location right on the River Thames and just a short walk away from the best of the beautiful hubs of Christmas activity in London, writes Ruth Brindle.
Hertfordshire NHS board warns of viruses peaking as flu cases 'surge'
NHS services in Hertfordshire are coming under intense pressure, the regional care board has warned.
Out of time for Christmas presents? This gift lasts all year (aff)
If you’re running out of Christmas gift ideas, wine subscriptions offer a rare mix of convenience and thoughtfulness, with deliveries that keep arriving well into the new year.
Boots £10 Tuesday: The best Christmas beauty gift set deals to shop today including Ted Baker
Hurry! Today is your last chance to save with Boots' £10 Tuesday beauty deals.
Forks at the ready and bosh - Big John is hosting a lavish feast to remember
The Instagram foodie is putting new flavours to the test this Christmas
Two men charged in connection with 'dozens' of 'high value' car thefts worth £500k in Hertfordshire
Two men have been charged in connection with a series of vehicle thefts reported in Hertfordshire where over £500k worth of vehicles have been stolen.
Channel 4’s The Dog House seeks loving homes in Hemel Hempstead as rescue centres feel the strain
Rehoming charities across Hertfordshire are facing an unprecedented surge in demand, and now the makers of Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated The Dog House are keen to hear from people from across the region who may be thinking about adopting a rescue dog and would be open to sharing their reasons why.
The iGulu F1 home-brewing machine makes craft beer at home easier than ever
The iGulu F1 promises pub-quality pints at home with almost no effort required — but getting hold of one is the hardest part
I’ve found the perfect last minute Christmas gift that is really affordable
Take the stress out of shopping this year with this affordable bouquet from Bunches.