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The pain of a broken heart can be real, feel like a heart attack, and even kill you. Experts describe Takotsubo syndrome, its causes and what to do if you suspect you are in danger.
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, here are some common reasons we lie in our relationships, how to avoid hiding the truth, and why being honest will help you preserve your relationship.
A new algorithm could pick up signs of autism as early as a child’s first 30 days, putting paediatricians and parents on alert and therapies quickly started, a US study finds.
Grip strength is a measure of overall physical and mental health, and the stronger your grip, the slower you will age. A doctor suggests four exercises to help boost yours.
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Pamela Anderson’s newly released Netflix documentary and memoir see the Baywatch star giving her account of ‘that’ sex tape, her rocky marriage to Tommy Lee, and being sexually abused.
Finger-prick blood tests done at home could replace conventional blood testing that involves having a syringe full of blood drawn and tested, a Stanford geneticist and his team have shown.
Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon was released in 1973 and will be reissued in a special 50th-anniversary box set with remastered versions of the studio album and a live performance.
To sleep better, experts advise skipping afternoon coffee, turning off devices 45 minutes before going to bed, having a wind-down period, and keeping to a regular sleep schedule.
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Designer Karl Lagerfeld was a fashion icon in his own right and created clothes for Chanel, Chloé and Fendi – so how will the likes of Blake Lively and Kim K interpret the theme at this year’s event?
HBO zombie horror series starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey combines stellar writing and acting with eerily beautiful post-apocalyptic cityscapes.
Apple TV+’s Shrinking debuts this month, with Harrison Ford a natural in his first ‘proper comedy’. The creators talk about how they landed the A-lister.
Comeback kid Ke Huy Quan, who in the mid-’80s appeared in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and the Goonies, is back after nearly 40 years in Everything Everywhere All at Once
Have you ever felt your heart racing or been unusually anxious the morning after a big night out? Experts offer tips for how to deal with ‘hangxiety’, including having a dry January.
Cold season is upon us and, with a shortage of medications, it’s important to know how to identify and treat a common cold.
Many people take pictures of themselves when they look or feel seductive. Are photos like this empowering and a way of claiming your sexuality, or do they make you look and feel desperate?
Little is known about the causes of sleep talking, sleepwalking and sleep eating, but experts say they can be minimised if you are getting enough rest.
British actress plays the terrifying headmistress in Netflix’s Matilda the Musical, and its director says her appearance created the ‘Darth Vader-type’ effect he was after.
A new study links a healthful diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, nuts and legumes to a lower risk of bowel cancer in men.
Strep throat causes sore throat, fever and pain when swallowing, and sometimes a rash and nausea. The bacterial infection is usually mild, but can be fatal. Good hygiene can help you avoid it.
Your toxic ex may be ‘winter coating’ you this winter. Experts break down what that means, why people do it and how to avoid it.
Schizophrenia is among the most stigmatised illnesses. Elyn Saks, a professor with the condition, and other experts, debunk myths surrounding the disorder.
Mars rover Opportunity is the plucky star of emotional documentary Good Night Oppy. Its director talks about how the machine tugged at the heartstrings of scientists and filmmakers.
Experts give tips on how to avoid drinking alcohol altogether or just not binge drink during holiday parties, and how you can help support sober loved ones.
The lifelong rivalry of Italian sports car icons Enzo Ferrari and Ferruccio Lamborghini will be brought to life in Hollywood films Ferrari and Lamborghini: The Man Behind the Legend.
The star of Disney’s 2007 film Enchanted, Patrick Dempsey talks about the sequel Disenchanted, and how he relished a more swashbuckling role, complete with singing and dancing.
Ultra-processed foods with few fresh ingredients aren’t just bad for you – they could kill you, researchers say.
Paul Mescal talks about his new film Aftersun, staying friends with his Normal People co-star Daisy Edgar-Jones and the moment acting being a ‘real addiction’ for him.
A recent study pointed to a link between marijuana smoking and the lung disease emphysema, although 50 of the 56 marijuana smokers studied also smoked cigarettes.
Thorne appears as Riri Williams in Marvel film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and Marvel/Disney series Ironheart, where she creates her own armoured suit.
Kevin Costner says John Dutton being governor of Montana is going to be hard on his character in season 6 of Yellowstone, the US’ top-rated TV show.
