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Sporting Heritage Ambassador Joanie Evans
31 May 2022

Sporting Heritage Ambassador Joanie Evans writes an open letter to female football players
The countdown is on to this year’s National Sporting Heritage Day and people are being asked to get involved on the 30th September by celebrating the long history of UK ...

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30 May 2022

Sporting Novels: Female First's favourite fictional books about swimming
As the World Aquatics Championships are well underway, we have rounded up the best fiction about swimming for those of us who like to appreciate the sport from the comfort ...

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30 May 2022

A brief history of curls: From Lorraine Massey to Tracee-Eliss Ross
As a proud curly girl who has, finally, got her hair routine down to a tee, the biggest compliment is being asked how I do it. When I was trying ...

Jack Grealish with a fun football player
24 May 2022

Jack Grealish launches free fun football coaching for children with McDonald's
McDonald’s celebrates the launch of its new Fun Football programme which will provide over one million 5–11 year-olds with the opportunity to enjoy free football coaching in the UK. The ...

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23 May 2022

The power of introverted ‘Deep Work’
I recently wrote an article exploring the brain chemistry that distinguishes the thinking and communication styles of introverts vs extroverts. Through researching the article, it raised the question of whether my ...

2021-22 NBA Season Finale
22 May 2022

The Former Virginia Cavalier On Course For an NBA Championship Ring
The 2021-22 NBA season is heading towards a thrilling finale, and only eight teams remain in contention to become the 2022 NBA Champions. The world famous Boston Celtics are the ...

Astrologer Lesley Francis
21 May 2022

Star Trak: May 21 to June 20, 2022 by Astrologer Lesley Francis
-  Keyword – Focus Overall Theme ...

There are plenty of new and returning shows coming to Netflix in June 2022!
21 May 2022

What to watch on Netflix in June 2022: All of the best new and returning series coming your way
With the month of May 2022 soon to reach its end, we’re taking a look forward at what we will all be able to enjoy in the coming weeks on ...

What will you be watching in June?
20 May 2022

What to watch on Netflix in June 2022: All of the best movies coming your way
As the year continues to fly by, we take a look forward at some of the biggest releases coming to Netflix in June 2022! With stars such as Jennifer Lopez, ...

What will you be watching in the cinema in June 2022?
19 May 2022

What's in the cinema in June 2022: Films we can't wait to watch, from Lightyear to Elvis
With the month of May passing us by quicker than any of us could have expected, we’re taking a look forward at some of the big screen releases that will ...

Make sure you're ready for your interview!
19 May 2022

How to prepare for a job interview
Job interviews can be stressful, but there are a few steps that you can take to help ensure that you come across as polished and professional, and eliminate any unnecessary ...

British screenwriter, director and actor Kay Mellor has died aged 71 / Picture Credit: Independent/Alamy Stock Photo
17 May 2022

Kay Mellor: Looking back at the legacy of the 71-year-old award-winning writer, actor and director
Kay Mellor OBE died on May 15th, 2022 aged 71, it has been revealed. The award-winning English writer, actor and director was the force behind a number of iconic British ...

Sarah Knight
17 May 2022

How to stop self sabotage with the Manchester Mindset by female coach Sarah Knight
Are you the Queen of self-sabotage? Do you find yourself stuck in a whirlwind of overwhelm not knowing where or how to start and crack the feck on? As women ...

Sophie Coldwell
16 May 2022

Sophie Coldwell discusses the upcoming Commonwealth Games and her passion for triathlons
The Commonwealth Games in Birmingham are fast approaching, and triathlete Sophie Coldwell is feeling the excited already, but knows that the nerves and butterflies in the stomach are coming. This ...

Jennifer Barnfield-Lee
16 May 2022

Former figure skater Jennifer Barnfield-Lee discusses her new affirmation cards and the PEPP method
Jennifer Barnfield-Lee used to be a competitive figure-skater after she first showed an interest when she was just a three-year-old and it has since enabled her to experience freedom which ...

Moissanite Engagement Rings
16 May 2022

Moissanite Engagement Rings are Hot for 2022
Moissanite engagement rings are the latest trend in proposals moving into 2022. There are several reasons these spectacular sparklers are becoming more popular with couples, including their beauty and price. ...

Jeremy Renner as Marvel's Hawkeye / Picture Credit: Marvel Studios
14 May 2022

National Archery Day: Five reasons why we need to appreciate Hawkeye a little more
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has, as we know, an incredible array of characters, both with and without powers or superhuman abilities. However, there is one Avenger who is seemingly ...

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13 May 2022

The Eurovision Song Contest: Get in the mood for the Grand Final with these musical movies!
The Eurovision Song Contest has been going on for decades, with the first competition being held in May, 1956. Marcel Bezençon was the founder of this globally-celebrated event; it was ...

Ruth Astle
12 May 2022

Triathlete Ruth Astle discusses the Women’s Sub8 Challenge & juggling a full time job with training
It seems like Ruth Astle never used to get any sleep when she started getting into competing in triathlons – not only was she working 60 hours a week in ...

Nick Eagle BBC Creative
11 May 2022

Aimee Fuller discusses snowboarding, broadcasting and her new book Fear Less, Live More
Broadcaster Aimee Fuller has a jam-packed life and when reading everything she’s done so far it’s hard to see how she fits it all in – live TV presenter, podcaster, ...

Helen Hall
11 May 2022

Runner Helen Hall discusses her involvement with superherb apothecary Tea & Tonic
Helen Hall is an athlete with dreams of representing her country in running and getting the England vest for the 10k after she got the qualifying time for it last ...

Hannah Younis and Amy Kenworthy
11 May 2022

Pokita founders Hannah Younis and Amy Kenworthy discuss the need for more sustainable tennis wear
When Hannah Younis and Amy Kenworthy returned to the court after being stuck inside during the first Covid-19 lockdown they didn’t want to choose between black, white or navy when ...

Sarah Lancashire in Happy Valley / Image credit: BBC/Alamy
9 May 2022

UPDATED: Sarah Lancashire returns to Calderdale: Everything we know about Happy Valley Season 3
Set in Calderdale, West Yorkshire, the BAFTA-winning police drama Happy Valley had the nation gripped back in 2014 and 2016 with the story of police sergeant Catherine Cawood and her ...

Jo Gilbert
5 May 2022

Home and Garden: Seven energy saving tips to reduce your monthly bills
With the cost-of-living crisis affecting so many of us right now, from rising food prices to the cost of fuel and our energy bills, Female First has these exclusive seven ...