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Sun, sea, sand and smiles; as summer rolls in, car breakdown is the last thing you want to be thinking about. However, it’s important to stay on top of your car maintenance before heading off on any long journeys.

If you’ve just passed your driving test, you’re no doubt itching to take to the open road with your new-found sense of freedom, in a vehicle that’s your own. We’re here to help you find a set of wheels that suits your needs and budget.

If gathering the funds to get onto the property ladder still feels a little out of your grasp, buying a house with a friend can seem like an obvious alternative. Read on to find out what you should consider before you make your decision.

Easter is almost upon us once again, and it’s a time of year that means many different things to many different people. Here, we explore some of the most fascinating Easter traditions, featuring everything from skeleton dancing to water fights.

Whether you’d like to make your car journeys safer, more practical, more comfortable or perhaps even more fun, car gadgets are all the rage. While the latest car models seem to come with a never-ending list of features built-in, there’s no journey that can’t be enhanced with a gadget or two.

Rias teamed up with expert criminologist, Dr Tina G. Patel, to help us understand whether the images we post on Instagram will increase the likelihood of a burglar knowing too much.

Spring is approaching, and it’s almost time to give your lawn its first trim of the year. If you love gardening and are eagerly planning what planting you’re going to have in 2019, you may be interested to find out about three ground-breaking gardening gadgets that could save you both time and energy.

With flats seeming to get smaller and smaller, especially new builds, the one thing many are lacking is storage. That's why we’ve compiled a list of some amazing storage ideas that’ll enable you to store your belongings in style.

Feeling safe at home is something we often take for granted. Unfortunately, there may come a time when feeling unsafe at home becomes a reality. While having home insurance is one way to ensure your contents are protected, home security systems are one way to help prevent break-ins in the first place.

Scotland pops up on global ‘must visit’ lists and the country was even voted the ‘world’s most beautiful’ in 2017. A Scottish road trip could well be the spectacular getaway you’ve been missing out on. We've listed the top five scenic roads to explore during your Scotland road trip.

Getting out on the open road is always a great feeling. After all, you’re free to go wherever you want, whenever you like. But with each and any car journey, there’s an element of preparation and planning required to keep you safe.

Whether you want to go skiing, snowboarding, curling or ice skating, you have plenty of options, both at home and abroad. Planning any winter break can be exciting especially if you’ve never tried your chosen sport before. Here are some tips to help you plan an unforgettable trip.