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Lifestyle
Legal Aspects to Consider As You Get Older
As you age, understanding and addressing legal considerations becomes increasingly important for a smooth transition into the later stages of life. From estate planning to healthcare directives, the legal landscape presents unique aspects that individuals need to consider. This article looks at the legal considerations you need to take as you get older. 1. Planning Your Estate Planning your estate is an important part of preparing for the future, ensuring that your assets are distributed…
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Liverpool News
Weekly Noise: Week #49
Weekly Noise is a short and straightforward way of sharing Liverpool’s trending news and topics in the form of a weekly poem. Laura Chonzi will take the top trending hashtags or stories on social media and turn them into a ten-line poetic masterpiece for each week of the month, hence the name. Snow is falling all around us,And quite frankly, it’s causing such a fuss.Multiple schools have closed down,All because the weathers’ decided to clown.Some…
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Lifestyle
Diverse Styles of Art Deco Furniture
Art Deco, a prominent design movement of the early 20th century, is celebrated for its eclectic and versatile approach to aesthetics. This glamorous style, characterized by bold geometric patterns, lavish materials, and innovative craftsmanship, found its way into various forms of art, including furniture. This blog post will explore the diverse styles of Art Deco furniture and how they continue to captivate interior designers and homeowners worldwide. 1. Streamline Moderne: Streamline Moderne is a sub-style…
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Health and Fitness in Liverpool
Tips for Looking After Your Health When You Have a Busy Lifestyle
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, keeping up with a healthy lifestyle can be a challenging task, especially for those with busy schedules. Juggling work, family and personal commitments often leaves little time for self-care. However, prioritising your health is crucial for long-term well-being. Here are some practical tips to help you take care of your health even when you have a hectic lifestyle. Prioritise Sleep Having enough sleep is the cornerstone of…
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Film Events In Liverpool
Escapes Launches A Series of Free Cinema Screenings Across The UK, Including Liverpool
Escapes, supported by the BFI, awarding National Lottery funding, is offering everyone the opportunity to enjoy the big screen experience and discover independent cinema. Escapes is on a mission to bring new audiences to the cinema with free screenings. Based on a true story, heartbreaking sports drama The Iron Claw will be the first film previewed in 126 independent cinemas on the evening of Monday 5 February, with more than 15,000 free cinema tickets available. From Cornwall to…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Girl Power! Spice Girls at 30 Exhibition At The British Music Experience: 7 February – 8 September 2024
Girl Power! Spice Girls at 30 is a temporary exhibition at the British Music Experience, charting the history of the most important girl band in British history. In March 1994 an ad was placed in The Stage asking “Are you street smart, extrovert, ambitious, and able to sing and dance?”. The rest is history. The Spice Girls debut single Wannabe topped the charts in 31 countries in 1996, they sold 80 million records and had nine UK Number…
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Festivals
Africa Oyé 2024 Festival Dates Announced
The country’s biggest celebration of African and Caribbean music and culture, Africa Oyé has announced its festival dates for this summer in Liverpool. Following record breaking attendances last year, Africa Oyé will take over Sefton Park once again for two packed days of live music, dance, workshops, DJ stages, food stalls, traders and more. The much-loved event will this year take place on 22 and 23 June 2024 with the festival running from 12:30pm to…
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Music
Jacaranda Baltic Announce ‘Very Rare’ Intimate Album Launch Show With The Libertines
Jacaranda Baltic have announced an intimate acoustic album launch show with The Libertines which will be taking place next week. Pete Doherty and Carl Barat will take to the stage on Wednesday 24 January 2024 in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle area for an acoustic show. Carl Barrat described their acoustic shows as being ‘very rare’ so Liverpool is in for a treat. The Libertines will be in Liverpool to launch their fourth studio album entitled, All…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
LOOK Climate Lab 2024 Programme Announced
LOOK Climate Lab 2024, a biennial programme exploring how photography can be a relevant and powerful medium for talking about climate change, will take place from 18 January to 31 March. Once again Open Eye Gallery will transform the gallery into a lab: bringing together researchers and artists to test their ideas and encouraging their audiences to discuss systematic changes needed for dealing with the climate crisis. This year they’ll show projects working with the…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Events Announced For Lunar New Year 2024 In Liverpool
Plans are under way to stage Liverpool’s biggest-ever Lunar New Year celebrations, not only to welcome in the Year of the Dragon, but also to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the city’s twinning with Shanghai. Taking place from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 February, for the first time the FREE activities will not only take over the Chinatown area, but they will also bring a festival of colour and sound to the Bombed Out Church (St…
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Lifestyle
Exploring The Differences Between PS4 and PS5: A Comprehensive Comparison
As the PlayStation 5 (PS5) gains popularity, many gamers are still holding on to their trusty PlayStation 4 (PS4). In this article, we’ll delve into the key differences between these two consoles, shedding light on why some gamers are leaping to the next generation while others continue to enjoy their PS4 gaming experience. Specs – Power and Performance The PlayStation 5 boasts a range of improvements in terms of specifications compared to its predecessor. The custom…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
FIVE Exhibition Coming To Knowsley’s Kirkby Gallery
Kirkby Gallery in Knowsley is presenting FIVE, an exhibition showcasing the work of five unique and exciting fine art painters from across the Liverpool city region and North West of England. From Monday 22 January a group of artists are exhibiting this show that’s worth venturing out of the city centre to see. One of those displaying work is Tony O’Connell. His name is already known to many local creatives, not only as an…
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Film & TV
The Top 5 High-Grossing Movies & TV Shows Filmed in Liverpool
The iconic Liverpool waterfront and historic landmarks have not only captivated tourists but also served as the backdrop for some of the high-grossing and hugely popular movies and TV shows. In this article, we’ll explore the magic of Liverpool as a cinematic setting, delving into the top five high-grossing productions that were filmed right here in the city. From epic blockbusters to binge-worthy series, discover how Liverpool’s distinctive charm and diverse landscapes have played a…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Future Yard Giving Away Free Slices of Pizza To Celebrate The Launch of New Sustainable Pizza Menu
To celebrate the launch of an all-new sustainable pizza menu, Future Yard is giving away 2024 free slices of pizza to kick off the new year. Future Yard’s new kitchen menu supports both the planet and your taste buds, with all menu ingredients sourced from independent supplies in Merseyside and beyond. Made hot and fresh in-house every day, the pizza menu features classic toppings and local favourites such as salt and pepper pizza that incorporates…
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Music
Mutant Jazz Event To Be The Official After Party For The Liverpool International Jazz Festival
Mutant Jazz is a collaboration between promoters Parrjazz and You & I Present at Metrocola’s Metro Loft, on Leece Street, Liverpool. They have teamed up with the Liverpool Internationa Jazz Festival to offer a late-night extension to Friday 23 February’s jazz activities. The idea is to bring new artists who are part of the Northwest jazz spectrum and present them as key players in our rapidly mutating jazz scene, hosted and herded by the lovely…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Delifonseca Celebrates Burns Night With Irn Bru And Fried Mars Bars
Award-winning restaurant Delifonseca Dockside will give Liverpool a taste of Scotland when it holds its annual Burns Night in honour of renowned poet, Robert Burns. Diners can taste Scottish cuisine among a three-course feast that’s on offer at the Brunswick Way venue, with the menu also including an Irn Bru bramble cocktail on arrival and even a dessert featuring a deep-fried Mars Bar. The evening, which takes place on Thursday 25 January, will serve up…
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Liverpool News
YMCA Together Supports People Experiencing Homelessness As The Temperature Drops In Merseyside
As temperatures plummet across Merseyside, YMCA Together is urging the community to support people experiencing homelessness. The freezing weather which is set to get worse towards the end of the week, brings further challenges to people sleeping rough with temperatures expected to be below zero during the night. Liverpool’s City Council’s Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) is in operation and emergency accommodation is available. The UK Health Security Agency has also put a Cold-Health Alert…
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Lifestyle
8 Car Modifications That Are Actually Worth Your Money
They say most car enthusiasts know how tempting it can be to modify their car. They come in so many customization options from shiny rims to a booming exhaust. Some may even damage your vehicle’s performance and resale value. So, which changes are worth your money? Some car changes that could make driving nicer and increase your vehicle’s worth are the following: Сeramic coating A liquid polymer applied to the exterior of a car, ceramic…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Celebrate Veganuary In Liverpool With These Restaurants
Participating in Veganuary has never been easier, with so many cafes and restaurants in Liverpool taking part with special offers and limited-time dishes. Check out our guide to Veganuary in Liverpool in below. First up, if you’re looking for the best vegan restaurants in the city then check out our Top 10 Vegan Friendly Spots in Liverpool guide. It features some amazing vegan restaurants including vegan junk food specialists, Down The Hatch, the legendary Egg…
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Lifestyle
4 Fundraising Events That Work
Trying to raise money for a cause you believe in can be more of a challenge than expected, especially if you haven’t planned something like it before. The perfect fundraising strategy involves understanding how far you wish to cast your net and what tactics will encourage people to give generously. In some instances, a particular fundraising event may fail to attract attention from its desired demographic since the event itself doesn’t appeal to their interests.…
