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Hello Ladies, I was wondering if you may be able to help me. I have a young Nephew who is just 14 and hes getting quite a few spots now. Unfortunately he's becoming quite conscious about them now and...

One of the many ideas I have for my H's Christmas or birthday presents is a turntable. We've got one that's alright but he's mentioned getting a 'decent' one, whatever that means. So does anyone know...

I know that most of you are probably on your way to the Birmingham meet (lucky sods!) but I'm hoping someone might be able to help. I received jury summons this morning but I'm not sure if I am...

I'm guessing its probably ok to talk about this since he's now been in court and pleaded guilty. But this was the first news story that i woke up to this morning and it made me feel completely sick to...

Https://www.sparknotes.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of-taking-selfies/ Does the posting of "selfies" onto social media indicate an arrogant nature? Is it that different to posting a more natural or even...

I'm having it today for a bad neck/migraine problem I've had on and off for about 18 months. Bit anxious about what to expect but hoping it sorts me out! Any one else had it done?

Can any Otters here help with some ideas? (thanks if you've suggested things on fb already) There is no theme so me and H are struggling. We thought we'd do a couple thing but they're all pretty...

I want to get a new camera but I'm stuck between a Canon EOS 600d (DSLR) and Canon Powershot SX50 HS (Bridge). I've only ever had a digital compact camera which has out-served it's usefulness. I...

How northern are you? https://www.mirror.co.uk/usvsth3m/ I'm 12% northern, which puts me in Bournemouth!

Nice and thick and even (not woolly). Wash well. I also like to pull my tights right up over my belly button and don't like it when there isn't enough fabric to go past my hip bones. Weirdo. Any...

Did anyone watch this last night? I dont think I have cried so much at a TV programme.?

I have the day off work, after laying in until 11 I'm finally up and currently sitting looking at posts on hitched. Should I: 1. Go and get the shopping (I promised OH I'd do this) and then settle in...

Hi girls looking for some advice. I love my GHDs and they still work and are functional - but they are at least 7 years old. Do the new ones have better technology? I would like a new set but if there...

That you still wear! I have quite a high turnaround in my wardrobe. I buy a lot of clothes, but I do have regular clearouts. Probably the oldest thing in my wardrobe is a pair of black trousers that I...

Does anyone know if there is a modern day equivalent to Judy Blume? In other words a writer for pre-teen/early teen girls that focuses on growing up, puberty, periods etc? I loved Judy Blume when I...

I need some pumpkin inspiration. I've got a big one and a little one sat in the kitchen and I'm gonna make soup with the innards but I need ideas on how to decorate them. The stranger the better!

Having not worked a night shift it about two years, I've been rota-d onto night shift for the whole of November. Grim. So, night shift workers, what are your top tips for avoiding the 4am cold...

I know literally nothing about mortgages. I have done searches for information online and if anything it sounds like people are trying to put first time buyers off due to a potential crashing of he...

If I remember right you know a fair bit about eyes? I'm going to trial a fairly new drug (ivabradine) which slows your heart rate through the sinoatrial node (I think?), but most of the bad side...

I'm finally trying a change to my usual make up which is Estee Lauder which I've used like forever but I'm fed up of it going up in price every time I run out of something and it's not just a few...

Who's into herbal tea and what are your favourite flavours? I like green tea and peppermint tea but when I use the tea bags at home they don't taste as nice and fresh. Also like raspberry and...

A bit of a strange one, my OH gets really bad night sweats for no apparent reason. We have tried everything from lighter duvets/cotton bedding/window open at night/prescription strength antiperspirant...

We are going to a Fancy Dress party for NYE and the theme is pop stars throughout the ages, I have no idea who to go as! It has to be recognisable...preferably not spending too much money. I have dark...

I have been googling and cannot find anything about this (so far i'm still looking). I have found that one white pupil could be Retinoblastoma, But the photo i have seen one eye is black and the other...

hello, ive been thinking about Christmas as it will be our first as Mr and Mrs! and i want it to be special. we r going to my husbands family day on Christmas day, but on boxing day it will be our...

The last couple of times I have made yorkshire puds, they have stuck to the bottom of the tin. Not the sides just the bottom. I always heat up oilin the tin first so its greesed. Is maybe the temp too...

As in the title really! Liz Earle is double the price but is it significantly better than the No 7 equivalent? Thanks ladies!

A lighthearted thread - do you have any words that for the life of you, you can't pronounce? For example, a word a spotted on another topic, I can not say brewery. I can split it up and say each...