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The 101 travel hacks to change your life: How to choose the airport security queue that is always fastest, the plane seat that gets the least turbulence and the secret to always getting the cheapest flights

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The 101 travel hacks to change your life: How to choose the airport security queue that is always fastest, the plane seat that gets the least turbulence and the secret to always getting the cheapest flights

By Mark Palmer, Daily Mail Travel Editor Published: 11:48 GMT, 23 January 2024 | Updated: 13:47 GMT, 23 January 2024 Whether it’s airport parking, queuing to get through security, bagging the best seat possible on the plane or getting yourself a hotel upgrade, planning for a holiday can be horribly stressful.  But there are all … Read more

‘My smart meter charged me for a house 270 miles away!’: How devices are going haywire

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‘My smart meter charged me for a house 270 miles away!’: How devices are going haywire

Smart meters continue to spread like a rash across the country as energy companies alert households to the advantages of knowing how much gas and electricity they use from day to day.  Especially useful, they say, when family budgets are under pressure like never before. But the new-age meters, now in 60 per cent of … Read more

From ‘inevitable seasickness’ to ‘a lack of privacy’ – five common cruise-holiday myths… debunked

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From ‘inevitable seasickness’ to ‘a lack of privacy’ – five common cruise-holiday myths… debunked

With millions of passengers expected to take a cruise this year, there’s no doubt it’s a popular travel choice. Yet for many the attractions of a cruise holiday are a mystery – often shrouded in misconceptions. Whether for fear of seasickness or the thought of too much organised fun, many miss out on the unique … Read more

The future of entertainment? Inside the world’s first ‘Hologram Zoo’ in Australia – where animals jump out at you and whales swim suspended in mid-air

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The future of entertainment? Inside the world’s first ‘Hologram Zoo’ in Australia – where animals jump out at you and whales swim suspended in mid-air

If a herd of elephants broke their enclosure and charged at you at a regular zoo, it would be considered a catastrophic failure. At the world’s first ‘Hologram Zoo’, located in Brisbane, Australia, however, it’s one of the unique selling points of a spectacular immersive experience. Axiom Holographics opened this ground-breaking family attraction in July … Read more

Is your car too big for the road? Our interactive graphics show how popular models have outgrown UK parking spaces – here’s how to find out if your motor is too fat to fit in one

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Is your car too big for the road? Our interactive graphics show how popular models have outgrown UK parking spaces – here’s how to find out if your motor is too fat to fit in one

Half of new cars sold in Britain are too big to fit into parking bays. That’s the warning from green campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E) this week, which calculated that new models sold in the UK are growing 1cm wider every two years. It new report found the average width of a new motor … Read more

Boohoo CFO exitswith immediate effect in latest setback for retailer

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Boohoo CFO exitswith immediate effect in latest setback for retailer

Shaun McCabe departs by ‘mutual agreement’ and replaced by Stephen Morana Morana was formerly CFO at Betfair and Zoopla, and has worked for Boohoo The retailer also told shareholders it was trading in line with expectations  By Mike Sheen Updated: 09:54 GMT, 23 January 2024 The chief financial officer of Boohoo has left the firm … Read more

You’ve been using a fork all wrong! Etiquette expert William Hanson reveals the do’s and don’ts of handling cutlery (and why he’s unimpressed with the way Americans use it)

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You’ve been using a fork all wrong! Etiquette expert William Hanson reveals the do’s and don’ts of handling cutlery (and why he’s unimpressed with the way Americans use it)

By Ted Thornhill, Mailonline Travel Editor Published: 08:10 GMT, 23 January 2024 | Updated: 08:27 GMT, 23 January 2024 You’ve been holding – and using – a fork all wrong. But luckily, etiquette expert William Hanson has made two now-viral TikTok videos in which he gives masterclasses in fork handling. These lessons are a cut … Read more

Evri celebrates its busiest Christmas yet after delivering more than 150m festive parcels

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Evri celebrates its busiest Christmas yet after delivering more than 150m festive parcels

By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Updated: 22:01 GMT, 22 January 2024 Last minute: Evri said households left Christmas shopping late as they waited for discounts Evri celebrated its busiest Christmas yet after delivering more than 150m parcels. The company said households left Christmas shopping late as they waited for last minute discounts because of … Read more

Rarotonga Cook Islands: Where to stay and what to do when visiting

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Rarotonga Cook Islands: Where to stay and what to do when visiting

Hidden in plain sight awaits a tropical paradise only a stone’s throw away from Australia – and yet few know it exists. Rarotonga – the largest of the Cook Islands – has breathtaking beaches, jungle-like terrain, spectacular turquoise lagoons and coral reefs filled with marine life. At large, the Cook Islands of 15,000 people remain … Read more

BUSINESS LIVE: Levels of financial distress soar; Luxury brand value falls; S4 cheers easing costs

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BUSINESS LIVE: Levels of financial distress soar; Luxury brand value falls; S4 cheers easing costs

By Live Commentary Updated: 16:26 GMT, 22 January 2024 The FTSE 100 is up 0.2 per cent in afternoon trading. Among the companies with reports and trading updates today are S4 Capital, Sainsbury’s and John Lewis. Read the Monday 22 January Business Live blog below. > If you are using our app or a third-party … Read more