Lifestyle

Mayors and combined authorities across Lancashire will have greater control over setting local train fares, timetables, and budgets under sweeping new plans set out by the Prime Minister.

According to a recent study, more than a million Brits are named after Disney characters.

Autumn is coming, and in the beauty world, that means it’s time to embrace everything the new season has to offer.

Since autumn is upon us, I’d like to talk about a topic immediately relevant to us all ... wind!

The region’s independent pub and brewery scene is booming, according to a widely-respected new guide.

A new café bringing communities together opens for business this week.

Feeling tired? Here’s how to deal with the telltale signs of dark circles and puffy eyes.

So-called ‘dark tourism’ sites (for example, the sites of tragedies) are drawing in more and more visitors each year, with holidaymakers looking to learn more about the more mysterious or even harrowing parts of history.

An historic landmark which lies at the heart of the St Helens community has undergone an £800 000 makeover.

After 65 years in pigeon racing, David Pimlott is as captivated by the sport as ever.

Going on holiday shouldn’t be a bad experience, but some Twitter users have taken to social media to share their stories of package holiday disappointment.

Almost half of parents want their children's school to ban mobile phones due to fears over safety and the distraction caused by gadgets, new research found.

Stasis eczema is a condition that affects the skin due to poor circulation.

Naming a child is a big decision and, for some parents, an unusual and standout name is their priority.

Rocket travel in space will get us from London to New York in 40 minutes, Quidditch-style aerial sport matches will be played in stadiums around the world and the daily commute will take place in the sky via drone-style air taxis and buses.new report released today reveals the predictions for how we will be living in the next 50 years, suggesting the way we travel, eat, work and live will have changed immeasurably.

Almost a third of children in the north west have given their personal details to people they meet online, according to a new survey.

Loose change, a few crumbs and the odd bit of debris that gets stuck in your shoe sole - everyone's car needs a good clean out once in a while.

In summer, our skin tends to have a healthy glow, unless of course you’ve got oily skin.

A common concern associated with a modern lifestyle is raised cholesterol levels.