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Best Gifts for Coffee Lovers 2026

Gifts for coffee lovers who already own a grinder: nine UK picks from £11.53 to £239, plus three popular presents I would skip.
By Stiv
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October 3, 2026
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Art Lovers · Arts & Culture · Exhibitions · London · Reviews

Anish Kapoor at the Hayward Gallery Review: Is It Worth £22?

Last updated: 2 October 2026 By Tristan · Arts, exhibitions and creative culture This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice. Cool Factor: 3/5 The …
By Tristan
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October 2, 2026
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Foodie · Sustainable Living · UK Made · vegan

Best Grubby Recipes October 2026: Five Plant-Based Dinners

Last updated: 2 October 2026 By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance Grubby RecipesOctober 2026 Edit Five plant-based dinners for when the clocks go back The best Grubby recipes October 2026 has on …
By Stiv
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October 2, 2026
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Art Lovers · Arts & Culture · Exhibitions · London

Frieze London 2026: Tickets, Frieze Masters and What to See

Last updated: 30 September 2026. I checked every price, opening time and date in this Frieze London 2026 guide against Frieze's own ticket and visitor pages that day. By Tristan · Arts, exhibitions and …
By Tristan
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October 1, 2026
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Buying Guides · Household Bills · Money saving · Services

Best Cheap Broadband Deals UK: What You Actually Pay After the Intro Price

Ten cheap broadband deals, priced over the whole 24 months instead of the first six. EE's £25.99 plan really costs £31.24 a month. The cheapest averages £18. #broadband #moneysaving #householdbills #ukdeals #costofliving
By Stiv
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September 30, 2026
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Banking · Money · Personal finance

Is Monzo Max Worth It? I Priced the Three Policies

Last updated: 21 September 2026. I checked every Monzo figure and every comparison price on this page that day. By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance Affiliate disclosure: This article contains affiliate or …
By Stiv
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September 29, 2026
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Arts & Culture · Film · London · Movie Buff · Reviews

The Odyssey IMAX 70mm Review: Worth It at BFI Waterloo?

Nolan's Odyssey on a 15-perf celluloid print at BFI Waterloo. Overwhelming craft, a career-best Matt Damon, one unforgettable Circe scene, two castings that do not work and a sound mix that buries the dialogue. …
By Tristan
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August 9, 2026
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Buying Guides · Carbon conscious · Comparison · Comparisons · Money saving · Technology lover

Best Refurbished Phones UK 2026 – iPhones, Androids and Top Deals

Last updated: 11 April 2026 By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice. This article contains affiliate …
By Stiv
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April 11, 2026
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Carbon conscious · Designers · Fashionista · Gift Guide · Green Living · Reviews · Self-care Champion · Travel lover

LastSwab Review: Is This Reusable Cotton Bud Worth It?

Last updated: 24 March 2026 By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice. This article contains affiliate …
By Stiv
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December 13, 2020
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Banking · Personal finance · Saving

Monzo Savings Pots Explained: Rates, FSCS Protection and How to Start (2026)

Last updated: 9 September 2026. I re-checked every Monzo savings pots rate against Monzo's own pages on 9 September 2026. By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance Monzo savings pots are one of …
By Stiv
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April 19, 2026
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Banking · Comparisons · Money · Personal finance

Best Current Account UK 2026: Ranked and Compared

Current accounts2026 Edit The best current account is the one you actually enjoy opening Picking the best current account in 2026 is no longer just about interest. It is about the app you tap …
By Stiv
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July 23, 2026
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Reviews · Smart Home · Technology lover

Best Smart Plugs UK: Tested and ComparedBest Smart Plugs in the UK

Last updated: 24 March 2026Plugs are usually the cheapest way in, but they are one part of a bigger picture. Our smart home guides hub covers the rest of it. By Stiv · Design, …
By Stiv
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October 31, 2025

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