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Mental health
10 philosophical novels to read in times of uncertainty
If you’re self-isolating, in quarantine, or social distancing due to the coronavirus, you probably have a lot of questions. These books may help.
1 Apr 2020 - 8:00AM
Healthy eating
5 New Year's food resolutions that have nothing to do with dieting
4 Jan 2020 - 9:00AM
The Good Read
There may be some truth to the existence of Amazons like Wonder Woman after all
3 Jan 2020 - 8:00AM
The Good Read
A bunch of second-hand World War II love letters was the first clue in solving the mystery of who wrote them
Two friends found correspondence between two teens separated by war, and couldn’t rest without knowing what had become of them
1 Jan 2020 - 11:00AM
This stack of World War II love letters was found in a secondhand shop in Tennessee. Photo: Courtesy of Lindsy Wolke
Mental health
7 tips for making New Year’s resolutions that are good for your mental health
A life coach shares professional advice on how to take care of your emotional, physical and social well-being in 2020
7 Apr 2020 - 1:43PM
Career paths
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ star Ben Levi Ross on the challenges of a Broadway show
The 21-year-old actor decided ‘less is more’ when it came to the famously challeging role
27 Dec 2019 - 8:00AM
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Conservation
The epic battle to rid Florida's Everglades of invasive Burmese pythons
Among the vast range of flora and fauna in the national park are a number of invasive species that are threatening the natural balance.
2 Jan 2020 - 12:24PM
A Burmese python swims in the everglades
Combine your travel with tree planting and help tackle the climate crisis
17 Dec 2019 - 8:00AM
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How to guides
How to control your to-do list, with top tips from the experts
If you want to get organised, but never seem to accomplish essential tasks this professional advice will help
28 Nov 2019 - 8:00AM
Travel Destinations
The best bookstores in London for every interest and budget
The British capital is the centre of the English-speaking literary world, and its selection of unique places to buy books is befitting a city of such a status
11 Dec 2019 - 8:00AM
Five myths about testosterone
The hormone gets a lot of stick for driving aggression and is often thought of as a ‘male’ chemical – but those, and other beliefs are misconceptions
25 Nov 2019 - 8:00AM
What you need to know about testosterone
Career paths
Here's what future female CEOs need more than coding camps
The bosses of companies including Bed Bath & Beyond, Popsugar and Spanx learned that resilience and audacity are key to a girl’s success
19 Nov 2019 - 3:21PM
The Good Read
What gemstones to wear for love and luck
The ancient trend of wearing semi-precious stones for protection from illness and evil translates into fashion and the timeless tradition of finding a lucky charm
8 Nov 2019 - 9:00AM
Halloween
Behaviour matters when it comes to dark tourism
31 Oct 2019 - 12:54PM
The secrets to one Instagram influencer's success
Justin Schuble who set up DCFoodPorn, and dining app TidBit, started his half-million strong account when he was at university
29 Oct 2019 - 10:19AM
Justin Schubel is the founder of DCFoodPorn. MUST CREDIT: Photo for The Washington Post by KK Ottesen
Dating
5 questions to ask yourself if you want to date a friend
The idea of moving a relationship out of the friendzone into a romantic partnership is very appealing, but unless you consider these issues, it can backfire. Badly
23 Oct 2019 - 8:00AM
The Good Read
‘Queer Eye’ foodie Antoni Porowski talks avocados and learning to love his heritage
The Canadian member of the hit Netflix show, whose cookbook, Antoni in the Kitchen, was published last month, was a picky eater as a child.
13 Oct 2019 - 9:21AM
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7 fantastically underrated feelings and where to find them
16 Oct 2019 - 8:00AM
Exploring your EQ can reduce your stress and lead to a happier life all round.
Travel news and advice
7 tips for solo travel inspired by a trip to Tokyo
11 Oct 2019 - 11:20AM
Mental health
It's important to talk about suicide
At a time when young people are under so much pressure, leading to mental illnesses such as depression or anxiety, we should know how to keep each other safe.
10 Oct 2019 - 8:00PM
Esports
How to be an e-sports star without going pro, playing games like Solitaire and Madden NFL
30 Sep 2019 - 10:26AM
Mental health
5 easy ways to improve your self-esteem, boost your confidence - and love yourself
Mastering the ability to think and speak positively about yourself may just change your life for the better - and no, it's not the same as boasting
30 Sep 2019 - 11:33AM
Healthy eating
Is cheese good for you? From feta and Cheddar to American slices, a ranking of cheeses by health benefits
While it’s long been criticised for contributing to bad heart health, that isn’t the full story when it comes to the good stuff
30 Sep 2019 - 10:22AM
Career paths
Real-life CSI: What life and work are like as a forensic pathologist, and what to expect from the degree
The reality of attending scenes of death, and how these medical experts deal with the emotional side of the job.
30 Sep 2019 - 3:00PM
Career paths
Life as a vet is challenging and emotional, but you can make a real difference to the lives of animals and people
Many animal lovers dream of becoming a veterinarian, but exotic animal specialist Dr James Blanshard says the reality of life in his chosen career is that it's not all cute puppies, and applying advanced scientific theory
30 Sep 2019 - 3:00PM
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