Lifestyle

Power of Colour We relax in the living room after a hard day. Choosing the right colors is important to create the right mood. Colours can change the way a room looks and feels. Some colours can make a room feel welcoming and calm, while others will add energy. A bold wall colour can be a great way to make …

Cannabinoids cause concern. Credit: Shutterstock, Vitalii Vodolazskyi In Denmark and Sweden, poisonings attributed to synthetic and semi-synthetic Cannabinoids (manmade products that mimic cannabis) have increased. The health authorities have issued warnings and expressed growing concern. Sadly, the substances found in vapes, edibles and e-cigarettes have caused multiple hospitalisations. This is especially true for young people. Danish Health Authority has warned …

Patio Perks Patio heaters can be a great way to keep warm during the spring months. Patio heaters can keep outdoor areas warm, but are not without environmental concerns. They have a different impact depending on what type of energy is used. This can affect air quality, efficiency and emissions. Propane heaters release about three kilograms of CO₂ in just …

Spain’s latest driving hack: Earn extra points without spending a penny. Credit: Shutterstock, FTiare Spain’s DGT introduced a measure that will allow responsible drivers to receive additional points for completing an approved course on road safety. Spain’s traffic authorities are dangling a tempting carrot in front of motorists – an extra two points on their driving licence. Before you get …

Image: New Africa / Shutterstock.com. Cool Savings We are soon to enter the summer season and electricity bills can increase due to the high temperatures. However, simple changes can reduce these costs. The use of energy-efficient appliances such as ACs, fans and refrigerators can help you save money and power. Set your AC to 78°F for comfort without overuse. Fans …

An oncologist says there is no evidence that the latest craze of consuming oil in the morning, without food, has any health benefits. Influencers, celebrities and influencers such as the Kardashians or Gwyneth paltrow have been taking a tablespoon of oil each day. The trend has spread through social media. Olive oil has many health benefits, including reducing cancer risk, …

Renault Classics. Credit: Renault It’s not unusual for premium car manufacturers to offer parts and services as a reference for classic models that are no longer in production. There are more mass-market automakers who follow suit. The Originals Renault la Collection has launched a new initiative for collectors who own historic Renault cars. A new website is now available (theoriginals-services.renault.com), …

SPAIN’S Council of Ministers endorsed a bill to curb alcohol consumption by underage children. The law will allow the police to administer breath tests to children at schools and colleges. Congress must now approve the legislation. In an effort to reduce alcohol consumption among youth, the law also restricts advertising, sales and public consumption of alcohol. UNDERAGE DRINKING IS A …

SPANISH researchers claim to have found the REAL key to long-term health after studying DNA of a 117-year old. Researchers from Barcelona University studied the microbiome of Spain’s oldest individual to discover the secret to long life. Maria Branyas, who passed away last year at 117-years-old reportedly had the ‘microbiome of a child’ and ‘a privileged genome’, allowing her to …

A Portuguese Man o’ War is spotted again on the Costa del Sol. On Sunday, a specimen of deadly jellyfish washed ashore on Carvajal Beach in Fuengirola. Fuengirola Se Queja, an Instagram account, put out a warning to its users, highlighting that the Portuguese Man O’ War is ‘highly dangerous’ and is capable of killing humans.  READ MORE Man o’ …