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  • Some top tips to make or save money during the coronavirus lockdown

    Some top tips to make or save money during the coronavirus lockdown

    We can do this.

    As we venture into the fourth week of lockdown here in the UK, some of us are really being hit with financial issues. As over a million extra people sign up for universal credit over just a few weeks, the sheer size of the economic problem facing the UK and its people suddenly become very clear.

    However there are some really simple steps you can take to make sure the money keeps on rolling in.

    Money website, Money.co.uk has created a dedicated hub to support people who are worried about their finances.

    Joel Kempson, personal finance expert at money.co.uk says: “Workers across the country have found their pockets hit by the coronavirus crisis, whether they’ve been furloughed, have taken a pay cut, or have faced redundancy. However, there are ways to help save money and manage budgets with less cash coming in, like keeping energy bills down, cancelling TV subscriptions and getting a refund on unused travel cards”.

    Cuttings down on bills

    In times of financial difficulty, it is important to make cuts where you can. Even during the coronavirus crisis, you can still make sure you are not overpaying on services like energy, mobile and broadband. A simple switch can save you hundreds of pounds over a year.

    If you’re in trouble, ask for help

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    Many providers are offering payment breaks and tariff changes to help customers struggling to meet bills. Some, including Thames Water, are even offering grants to households with outstanding bills from previous years. Many banks are also allowing customers to go on a mortgage payment holiday. 

    Saving money on pay TV

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    Even with more time on your hands, there are still thousands of hours of TV to keep you occupied without hefty subscriptions. Check services like NOW TV and All4 and iPlayer for movies and TV shows included in the cost of your TV licence.

    With most sports in the UK postponed, there is little reason to be splashing out on expensive subscriptions. Contact your provider to see if you can pause your payments or get money back. Both Sky and Virgin Media are offering sports customers the chance to pause their payments, while BT are offering credit on future bills.

    Assess any outgoings you can get refunded

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    With the Government now urging the public not to use public transport, you may find yourself with a costly travelcard you cannot use, so look at getting these refunded.

    While you can no longer get your exercise fix from a morning in the gym, make sure you’re not paying for it. Most gyms have frozen membership payments while others have switched to online fitness classes.

    Vehicles that are not on the road do not need to be insured. If the coronavirus crisis means you no longer need to use your car, you can apply for a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) to officially declare your car ‘off road’. Once it is certified, you no longer need to insure it or pay road tax.

    Look at making some extra money

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    Being furloughed does not mean you cannot continue to work. Many industries are short staffed because of the coronavirus crisis, so a second job could be a good option for you. Your employment contract still applies while on furlough, so make sure your current employer is happy with you taking on new work.

    For the full guide on managing your budget during the coronavirus crisis, go to money.co.uk

  • Colton Haynes’ sister died, “my heart hurts”

    Colton Haynes’ sister died, “my heart hurts”

    Lockdown and quarantine mean the actor can’t be with his family to mourn the loss of his sister, Julie.

    Colton Haynes has said he is “loss for words” after his sister Julie passed away. The actor said that his sister has died “after a long battle with cancer”.

    Sharing photos of his late sister, on his Instagram account, the actor said that he was trying to focus on being grateful that “she doesn’t have to suffer any longer & remembering all the incredible times we’ve had together”.

    Tragedy

    However, like many people who have lost a family member during the COVID-19 pandemic, Colton has found that he can’t be with other family members as governments have installed lockdown or shelter in place rulings to help “flatten the curve” of the fast-spreading virus.

    He wrote, “I just feel absolutely gutted that our family can’t be together to hold one another during this crippling time”.

    Julie was twenty years older than Colton and they both have different mothers, however, according to Queerty, they were both incredibly close.

    According to her obituary, Julie, who was 51, is survived by her husband and three children, as well as both of her parents, siblings, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.

    Celebrity friends of Colton’s were on hand to send their virtual love and thoughts, with Ruby Rose saying, “Sending you so much love beautiful. I am so sorry” and Michael Turchin adding, “Ugh so so sorry to hear this buddy. Sending you lots of love”

  • The #NakedBoyfriendChallenge is the new trend we need to see on Twitter

    The #NakedBoyfriendChallenge is the new trend we need to see on Twitter

    If you’ve not heard of the #NakedBoyfriendChallenge yet – it’s because it’s yet to truly take off, but we really need it to.

    Are you starting to get a little antsy due to the current lockdown? Have you managed to cut your own hair and have you Marie Kondo’d your entire house? Then this challenge might be the rest-bite from boredom you need from those long, drawn-out days.

    If you look up #NakedBoyfriendChallenge on Twitter you’ll only get a couple of hits at the time of us publishing this article, but we’re hoping that will all change soon.

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    So what is the #NakedBoyfriendChallenge? It’s actually a really simple challenge to undertake and it’s perfect while we’re currently in the current coronavirus lockdown.

    Simply, all you need to do in order to take part is to film yourself walking in on your boyfriend whilst you’re in nothing but your birthday suit and film his reaction to your nakedness.

    Twitter user, The OrangeFrog86 recently decided to do the challenge and walked in on his boyfriend, who was innocently playing on his computer and the result was hilarious.

    His boyfriend, who was playing a game on his computer, barely looked away from the screen but did crack a smile, before returning to the screen. When OrangeFrog86 enquired, “is that it? … I’m naked”, his boyfriend replied, “when are you not naked?”.

    Watch the video below

    So, grab your phone, get naked and walk in on your boyfriend at an unexpected moment and don’t forget to tag the results with #NakedBoyfriendChallenge.

    The results could keep us all amused for a while.

  • J Lo’s hairstylist has tips on how you can do your own hair at home

    J Lo’s hairstylist has tips on how you can do your own hair at home

    Lockdown means you can’t get your hair done right now, but Chris Appleton has some basic, easy to follow instructions on how to do your hair during the quarantine.

    He’s most famous for being a celebrity hairstylist for the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Kim Kardashian, but Chris Appleton has shared some tips on how to do your own hair (or at least get a partner or housemate to do it for you) at home, during the current COVID-19 lockdown.

    If you’re not quite ready for a Joe Exotic style mullet, you might want to take the tips offered by Chris in an Instagram post he recently published. There are only a few steps to recreate that freshly barbered look – according to the stylist.

    He starts the video saying that you’ll need four items for the perfect trim.

    1. Scissors
    2. Clippers
    3. Sectioning clips
    4. Comb.

    He starts off by explaining that you’ll need to section off the hair, so you know what is going to be short and what parts are going to be long. Sectioning the hair also helps you keep focused on one part of the head at a time.

    He also suggests that you use a razor number length that is a bit longer than you’re used to. He suggests a number 4 to begin with because it will leave you a little longer to play with – just in case things go wrong.

    Chris then suggests that you start in front of the ear with the razor in an upward motion towards the top of your head while moving slowly towards the back of the hair. Once you’ve done one side, you’ll be ready to start on the other side of your head.

    Once you’re finished with that you’ll need to start grading the hair to the top part.

    It gets a little bit more complex, but you do this with your scissors and you start from the back and move forward to the front.

    Give the video a watch here.

  • Iconic Brighton LGBT+ venue, Legends set to enter voluntary liquidation

    Iconic Brighton LGBT+ venue, Legends set to enter voluntary liquidation

    “The company has had to make the difficult decision to close with immediate effect”

    Legends in Brighton has instructed an insolvency firm to help wind down its business, a statement released today has said.

    Since the outbreak of coronavirus, thousands of businesses across the UK shuttered indefinitely with many now struggling to stay financially viable with no customers.

    The venue, which was a hotel, club, bar and restaurant on the Brighton seafront issued a short statement on its website, stating,

    “The company has had to make the difficult decision to close with immediate effect and a licensed firm of Insolvency Practitioners has been instructed to assist in placing the company into Creditors Voluntary Liquidation. Therefore, no further bookings can be made”.

    It also suggested that those who had pre-existing bookings should contact their credit card providers to check if they were eligible for a refund.

    The UK has been in lockdown since the end of March and the Government ordered that all bars, restaurants and clubs close, except where they could provide takeaway services.

    The closure of this legendary venue is yet another blow to the LGBT+ community which has seen the widespread of Pride events planned for this summer cancelled or postponed.

    Organisers of Brighton Pride responded to the news of the closure by saying that the venue, had been “sad news… such a big supporter of Pride and community fundraising in our city over the years”

    The company “sincerely apologised for the inconvenience” that was caused by its decision to close.

  • The mullet is on its way back in thanks to lockdown and Joe Exotic

    The mullet is on its way back in thanks to lockdown and Joe Exotic

    Due to the coronavirus lockdown, Netflix has seen an unprecedented surge in streaming activity and the documentary series Tiger King, starring Joe Exotic has been the undeniable breakout hit of quarantine.

    The lockdown has also meant that it’s near impossible to get a haircut, which is why, the mullet, like the one that Joe sports, could be seeing a resurgence, according to one hair brand, Fudge Urban.

    According to the brand, history could be repeating itself as many guys will be forced to cut their own hair or get their partners or housemates to get the scissors out.

    A statement from the brand said,

    “Having previously been one of the most iconic men’s hairstyles back in the 80s, the mullet’s short on the top and long at the back style has had its fair share of jokes. 

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    “The fresh and modern mullet means you don’t need a head full of long hair. With its new even shorter length at the top, this modern-day spin on this vintage style is stylish and sharp. As seen on the runway by Gucci and YSL, it’s high fashion with many celebrities sporting the new look”.

    So how do you feel about growing a mullet? We’re not so sure.

  • Tiger King’s Joe Exotic is quarantined over Coronavirus concerns

    Tiger King’s Joe Exotic is quarantined over Coronavirus concerns

    Joe Exotic, the star of the Netflix hit Tiger King has been quarantined over concerns about COVID-19.

    As the world enters lockdown over the spread of the coronavirus, inmates in the world’s prison system also find themselves doubly locked down and isolated.

    The move to further lock down Joe apparently came after his move to the Federal Medical Center in Fort Worth.

    On the 31st of March, his Twitter feed suddenly came alive after two years of being dormant. The account, which is still unverified, but it is the username featured in the Netflix documentary series, a Tweet read,

    “Joe is still in quarantine due to COVID 19 with his move to the Fort Worth FMC. More to come on that front. In the meantime, Joe is overwhelmed with appreciation and the love from all his supporters”.

    https://twitter.com/joe_exotic/status/1245020053147471874

    A further tweet sent on the 1st of April, a Tweet confirmed,

    “Joe is still in quarantine. Pray for everyone who has this illness and that you all recover soon. Pray for all the souls we have lost in the world due to this. Joe sends his love and thanks. He will soon be back to answer you all soon”.

    https://twitter.com/joe_exotic/status/1245445116720041986

    Then yesterday, word came that Joe was due to be released from quarantine in just two days. A Tweet read, “Can’t wait to see all the tweets. Thanks for all the love and support. #FreeJoeExotic”

    https://twitter.com/joe_exotic/status/1247562321133780994

    Tiger King, Murder, Mayhem and Madness is now streaming on Netflix.

  • X Factor’s Bradley Hunt stuns fans with EPIC 1-year gym bod

    X Factor’s Bradley Hunt stuns fans with EPIC 1-year gym bod

    Fans have started to urge the former X Factor star to start an Onlyfans site.

    Bradley Hunt, known for being one half of the controversial X Factor duo, Bratavio, has just uploaded a stunning series of photos which show an epic body makeover, which he says has helped him with stress relief.

    In the post to his 17,100 followers, the star wrote, “I joined the gym about a year ago for stress release and to try and gain muscle and I’m happy with the results so far.”

    In a number of sultry snaps, the singer, who wowed us with his version of Snow Patrol’s “Run” last year, showcased his toned body and it certainly got his fans thirsty.

    One excitable fan demanded that Bradley start his only OnlyFans account while another announced that he was a “future husband”.

    Another fan commented, “You could be on the cover of men’s fitness”.

    Well done Bradley, keep it up!

  • What’s the best way to clean your rectum for sex or prostate massage

    What’s the best way to clean your rectum for sex or prostate massage

    Making sure your back passage is clear from poop is one of the main worries for guys who are interested in anal sex, pegging, finger play or prostate massage. So what’s the best way to make sure you’re clean down there?

    The bodyclock

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    The least hands-on approach to being clean is all about timing. Knowing when your likely to have a clean passage. This is usually in between your regular poops. However, it’s not very reliable because it’s all very dependent on what you’ve eaten in the last 24-48 hours and how much fibre and hydration you’ve had.

    There’s also still a chance that you’ll have poo inside your rectum, even after you go, which could lead to chucks being dislodged during play – which let’s face it nobody wants.

    If you’re keen to be really confident, then you’ll have do some douching.

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  • DILEMMA | My boyfriend wants me to sleep with other people and tell him all about it

    DILEMMA | My boyfriend wants me to sleep with other people and tell him all about it

    I’ve been with my boyfriend for 6 months and he has a fantasy he wants to fulfil. He wants me to have sex with someone else as it’s a turn on for him to hear about it or watch it if I film it.

    We are not open, I’m the top and he’s the bottom, but he wants me to have sex with someone else one-on-one without him present. We have had a threesome before together, which is fine because we were both there, but I’m not comfortable emotionally having sex with someone else one-on-one without him present.

    With the threesome it was a one-time thing, again he had a fantasy of me fucking someone in front of him, so we did that and it seems to have satisfied him until now. I’m not opposed to having sex with someone else per se, but he wants me to bottom for someone else which I haven’t done in 6+ months and I find that to be very intimate.

    Even though he says he has no desire to have sex with others, himself, I am also concerned that will change and he’ll use this as a reason if he wants to do it, himself. I am also worried about what this would mean for our relationship. I do not want to be open, I would consider this a one time experiment, but once you open Pandora’s Box, you don’t know what could happen.

    Can you advise if this is a healthy fantasy, what it means, and what you think would happen if I go through with it? Thanks!

    Dear Oliver

    I think you’re right about it being Pandora’s Box, once you’ve opened up your relationship it can be quite hard to close the lid – unless both of you are totally in agreement.

    It seems to me that you’re not both on the same page at this point. You’ve only been together for six months – understanding your partner’s wants and needs takes time and visa versa.

    As it stands, it seems he wants you to have sex with people outside of the relationship, effectively opening up your relationship, while you’re happy to have a little opening – but not a wide-open door. At the moment you’re both on a different scale on how open your relationship is.

    I would schedule some time to talk and get on the same page.

    You both need to make clear what your boundaries are and how far you’re willing to go and what your fears are. But remember that all relationships need a certain amount of compromise – the questions is – are the compromises that you offer each other the ones you’re willing to make?

    Of course, compromises should never be so extreme that you’re ultimately in danger or unhappy. Compromises surrounding sexual and mental health issues need to be taken off the table. You’re allowed to say “I’m not comfortable with that”.

    Compromises surrounding sexual and mental health issues need to be taken off the table. You’re allowed to say “I’m not comfortable with that”.

    You’ve also talked about how things are a “one time experiment” the trouble is that way of thinking can be very limiting. People change, tastes change, expectations change. You might find that you really enjoy doing a particular activity – should it only be a one-time thing, if you’re both into it?

    If you can, I’d go in with an open mind and with an open dialogue. Check-in with each other to see how you’re both doing.

    As for the fantasy element, almost all fantasies are healthy, but it’s how, when and why you act upon them, which can lead to something being amazing or very unhealthy.

    As long as you’re both open and honest with each other about the why’s, how’s and when’s then relax, have some fun.

    It’s your relationship, you both get to decide on the parameters – no one else.

    If it isn’t fun or safe, then stop.

    Remember if you’re opening up your relationship, or thinking about having sex without condoms, consider talking to your local sexual health clinic about PrEP, getting vaccinations for Hepatitis and HPV.

    Have you got a dilemma or sexual health question? Click here to ask our team.

  • LOCKDOWN RUBDOWN | How to give your S/O a massage they won’t forget

    LOCKDOWN RUBDOWN | How to give your S/O a massage they won’t forget

    You know that story of Aladdin? The one where he rubs his lamp and gets his wishes? Well, imagine your partner’s body is that lamp. A little bit of rubbing in the right places will have him granting your every desire.

    Massage is a feel-good indulgence, and it has real health benefits. It’ll improve circulation by encouraging the flow of blood to your body’s tissues and get rid of metabolites such as lactic acids. By stimulating the lymph nodes, you can improve the immune system, but best of all it stimulates the endorphins. You know, the body’s natural feel-good chemical.

    So get your hands busy on your man – don’t go straight for the genie (new penis euphemism) try and rub around elsewhere and you’ll have him granting at least three wishes.

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    Preparation.

    Ask your gentleman to lie stomach down on the bed. Naked. Now, this is the tricky bit, because you’ll probably want to get right down to business, but hold out – it will be worth it.

    Put some pillows under his stomach to support the lower back. You – the masseur, should wear some loose-fitting cotton, full-length joggers or pyjamas. If you don’t, the massage will feel quite prickly once you start using oils.

    Have the lights turned low, maybe some candles? Massage candles are incredible to use. After the fragrant candle is lit, its wax melts into a pleasantly warm massage oil. Just pour a little oil onto your partner for a pampering, indulging and nourishing massage.

    This one from Bijoux is just gorgeous and just £9.99.

    Let’s begin…

    Place a pillow under his head so he can rest his head on one side comfortably.

    Feet.

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    Gently rotate each foot in circular motions three times clockwise and anticlockwise. Cup your hands around the ankles and rub downwards towards the toes. Work your thumbs into the sole of each foot and the arch of the foot. Feet carry a lot of tension, especially if your man spends a lot of time on his feet. Gently pull each toe to help release any tension in the toes. Sometimes you may hear them click as they release, this is fine and normal. Listen to his reaction. You soon learn what he loves and what he’s less keen on.

    Legs.

    Working upwards, warm some essential oil into the palm of your hands and work your palm upwards towards the heart. Use moderate strength. When you reach the calf area use your thumbs to massage into each of the calves. The calves are huge and strong muscles and may need extra attention. Keep the massage movement long and sweeping. The blood should really start pumping as you near the…

    Buttocks.

    As tempted as you might be to stop off here and end the massage tour of his body, don’t! It will be all worth the while when you’re done. The butt is the biggest muscle in the body; you can apply much greater pressure here to help release any tension that he may have. If your man is feeling a little self-conscious, then always massage from the outside edge of the buttock to the middle – if you work the other way round you will open the cheeks of the buttocks and expose him, which may make him feel uncomfortable.

    Back.

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    Running your fingers up your partner’s back should have him squirming in pleasure. The back is a massive erogenous zone for many men – so he’ll enjoy a variety of different techniques here. Tracing his spine with your two thumbs run the entire length of the backbone, stretching out the top of the neck when you get there. The lower and middle back may be carrying a lot of stress, especially if he works in an office all day and sits for extended periods. Using some more oils and gauging your partner’s reactions start are the base of his back and work the muscly area either side of his spine. The shoulders maybe tense so begin gently with your thumbs, progressively increasing the pressure to rub out those crunchy muscles.

    Shoulders.

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    Work your thumbs in circular motions; gently apply pressure and kneading the muscles. Be careful not to place both hands on the neck as this will feel like you’re about to strangle him.

    Neck.

    It’s a susceptible area, so again be gentle. Gently stroke and work your thumbs and fingers into the sides of the neck. Work your way into the back of the head, and lightly knead the scalp.

    With long sweeping motions run your hands doing his neck to his coccyx (tailbone just above his asshole.) Do this a few times. This should really get him purring. Run your fingers down his crack to his scrotum – he’ll most naturally open his legs wider for you to gain access. Run your fingers around the area to really get his passion lit.

    Passion

    Then let the passion commence. You can use the oils to have a slippery time together rubbing your bodies against each other – but it is best to rub away oils from the anus if you are going to penetrate. Essential and other massage oils will damage condoms and weaken condoms.

    Always use a water-based lube with condoms. Never use essential oils as a lubricant for sex. You don’t want to end up in A&E.