It isn't all doom and gloom just because summer is over. Winter also affords us opportunities to take stock and improve ourselves. Rather than crawling into a reluctant hibernation, take the opportunity to revel in the change of scenery that winter brings.

If you have ever been flooded, you'll know how devastating it can be to pick filthy mud from every corner of the house. Here we review flood defence systems and how you can be ready for the next time. Because there will be one!

The nuclear holocaust, so beloved of the Cold War Strategists, has recently returned to the public consciousness, The US 'star wars' programme has brought attention back to inter-continental missile strikes. The 'evil axis' of Iran & North Korea, 'friendly' allies like Pakistan & India,  a resurgent Russia, a growing China and a covert Israel all have their own nuclear designs. But what do you do when those warheads start falling like drops of rain?

Bored with the day to day routine? Dreaming of adventure? Perhaps you've been picturing yourself on safari. Or lost in a remote jungle with just you and your trusty ak-47 to survive. Well, we can't give you an Ak-47. Not legally anyway. But we can while away your hours to your bosses detriment. Here are some random, but easily done office tricks. Always carry them out close to your desk for maxiumum viewing pleasure.