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The Queen Mother, who died in 2002 at the age of 101, was a beautiful woman who always dressed impeccably. Helen Dimmick, a leading gemologist and jewellery historian from Ainsworth’s Jewellers spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about style trends that Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon set during her lifetime. She said: “Queen Elizabeth, the …

Animal rescuers have thanked a local Texan community for “rallying around” an abandoned dog who was discovered in critical condition in a parking lot. Police are currently searching for the person who abandoned an adult dog thought to be a poodle mix after they responded to an animal welfare concern …

A distressing incident unfolded at Pittsburgh International Airport when a woman left her French Bulldog behind after being refused permission to bring the canine on board a flight to a holiday resort. According to officials, the abandoned dog was discovered unattended in a stroller in a car park, looking terrified. …

Travelling light can be a struggle, but there are ways to save space and avoid extra fees. Frequent holidaymakers will know that travelling with just hand luggage can be difficult, but there are ways to minimise the essentials. For beach holidays and city breaks, beach towels are usually an essential, …

This year, brands have started releasing their advent calendars earlier than ever, but beauty lovers will need to be prepared. With 17 weeks until Christmas, the countdown is on to the festive season, and brands are ahead of the game. No7’s advent calendar is popular every year with long-time fans, …

The 20 things that make us feel good are a good night’s sleep, a sunny blue sky – and summer, research has found. A poll of 2,000 adults uncovered the top things that boost our mood – with getting a compliment, eating a favourite snack, and laughing until the tears …

Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, 50, is celebrating her 22nd anniversary today with Haakon, Crown Prince of Norway. On August 25, 2001, at Oslo Cathedral, the then-28-year-old Mette-Marit married the Crown Prince of Norway. When Mette-Marit and Haakon began dating in 1999, the fact that she was a divorcee and a …

An “insane” personality test has amazed people online with how it is able to tell who is extroverted or introverted when it comes to their social life. This bizarre pink and deep blue optical illusion should show the viewer either two zebras or a lion with a zebra caught in …

The Redditor explained: “I initially said yes, thinking it was just a move across the aisle, but then I realised they wanted me to switch to sit in a middle seat and I said no.” Another passenger subsequently got up and offered his seat, but the woman chose to remain …

Savvy shoppers will know that taking advantage of flash discounts on popular items can save money, and Dyson’s hair tools are some of the most popular available. Dyson’s hair tools are some of the most premium on the market, and the full prices of the airwraps, hairdryers and straighteners are …