In the news this morning I heard that less and less students are applying for Uni. Demonstrators have cited the main reason as rising tuition fees; I can't agree with this. I hold an honours degree in...
My husband and 9 year old are away on a rugby tour next weekend and have to dress up as a 'pair' ie Laurel and Hardy or Batman and Robin. Apart from these, has anyone got any bright ideas what they...
My mother is sticking her oar in again and saying that as my daughter is 18 months I should really start potty training. Personally, i think it's at least 6 months too early. She's a bit of a late...
Could it be that males are more likely to commit rape upon a woman if she is not wearing a veil? Perhaps this is the reason some Muslim women insist upon wear a veil in the presence of males? I refer...
Research by The Institute of Public Policy Research shows that 65% of Germans, 52% of Spanish and 50% of Italians would be willing to intervene if they saw a group of 14 year old boys vandalising a...
Following on from the question by paulineward regarding signing a petition to leave Europe.... Is there any website that lists the benefits past, present and future of being in Europe?
hi, i am having a lot of trouble putting on weight. I am a 26yr old male, 6'2" and weigh 11.5stones. I dont exercise and can away with eating whatever i like and in whatever quantities. I...
(maybe this should be in parenting?) 13 month olds nappy rash isnt disappearing with the normal sudocream, and leaving to air. Its definitely a thrush based rash, is 2 % canesten ok? (Cant get through...
I have had a burning tongue for weeks now. Lips are also dry and I have to keep licking them. Don't think it is thrush, as now white spots, or any marks at all. Looks normal in fact. Only smoke a few...
Watching the news about Prison overcrowding and noticed that the prisoners were wearing all sorts of clothing and designer trainers. Is it only the Prison Officers who have to wear uniform.?
hi all. my wife's due march next year and we're just looking into childcare provision (in SE London where we live). What are people's view on child care v nurseries? Thanks.
We have just seen my son's teacher at school who has told us he is a bit concerned about his attitude to work at school. He doesn't seem to concentrate for very long and doesn't work well in a group....
Isn't it about time our service personnel operating overseas in the likes of Iraq and Afghanistan be exempt from income tax? They are not particularly well paid as it is, so shouldn't we help them...
Well i'm looking for some advice really! I've looked everywhere and asked my health visitor and it seems there are no toddler or baby groups in my area (well there are but they're miles away from...
I know this question will cause a uproar amongst some of the AB subscribers. But first let me say that it is not meant to be at all offensive, or racist it is just meant to start a honest debate and...