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When to shower, who to hug, how to get served … 24 things we learned about the world at Glastonbury 2024

You should never flex about how much sleep you got If someone had a headache, you would never reply: “That’s funny, my head feels great.” For some reason, any mention of insomnia will unleash a chorus of: “I slept like a baby!”; “Soon as my head hit the pillow!” It’s annoying at any time, but at festivals, the sleep-deprived hit critical mass, and they will turn. If you can sleep through anything, keep quiet about it. Let your bright eyes and...

12 Attractive Things You Do Without Realizing

These are some attractive things you do without even realizing it. Are you actually highly attractive? This is a question that may define many aspects of your life going forward. Sources: How to Make Yourself More Attractive https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/between-the-sheets/202010/how-make-yourself-more-attractive Unexpected Things Women Find Attractive in Men https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/head-games/201604/3-unexpected-things-women-find-attractive-in-men The Trait That Makes You More Attractive https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-time-cure/202301/the-trait-that-makes-you-more-attractive Effortless Ways to Become More Attractive https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dating-and-mating/202204/3-effortless-ways-become-more-attractive#:~:text=Smile%20and%20Laugh,et%20al.%2C%202014). Chief Editor: Tristan Reed Voice Over: Troy W. Hudson For Troy: www.youtube.com/TroyWHudson Music from Bensound.com

Mum-of-five with £62k household income resorts to using Klarna to afford food shop

A mum-of-five with a £62k household income has resorted to using Klarna to afford her food shop - due to the cost-of-living crisis.

The History of My Sexuality by Tobi Lakmaker review – funny failures

“When you travel as a girl, you don’t learn anything about the world. All you learn is that there’s a way of looking at the world that doesn’t belong to you,” says twentysomething protagonist Sofie Lakmaker, who shares a surname and major biographical details with her author. She is recalling a trip around Europe she made at 18, with the possibility of danger at every corner: “At every hostel I stayed in I made sure to get a top bunk just so I...

Bells, top hats and face paint: why this English tradition refuses to go extinct

'We’re still all dancing today.'

The benefits of a daily walk

“Ten thousand steps a day.” It has become almost a religious mantra for anyone embarking on walking as an exercise routine. But you don’t need to adhere to this to feel the benefits of getting outside and stretching your legs. And this magic number has less scientific value than you’d think. It dates back to a Japanese marketing campaign from the 1...

The ‘island of immortals’ where residents regularly live past 100

What to buy in Lidl – and what to avoid

When Lidl launched in the UK in 1994, a shopping trip was like going abroad. The unfamiliar brands, the Germanic styling, the multilingual labels. It was all so foreign. Then there was the unapologetic presentation – the pallets stacked with boxes, the lack of choice (one kind of tinned tomatoes, while Sainsburys might have six or more), the scant ...

Weight loss drug 'changed my life'

A new study on the weight loss drug Wegovy indicates that the medication could reduce the risk of heart attacks or stroke.

Scientists discover that people who live past 90 have key differences in their blood

Centenarians have become the fastest-growing demographic group in the world, with numbers approximately doubling every 10 years since the 1970s. Many researchers have sought out the factors and contributors that determine a long and healthy life. The dissolution isn't new either, with Plato and Aristotle writing about the ageing process over 2,300 ...

Study of healthy adults over 20+ years reveals daily multivitamin use is not associated with mortality benefit

By Pooja Toshniwal Paharia A recent study published in JAMA Network Open determined the relationship between regular multivitamin (MV) supplementation and mortality risk among United States adults. Study: Multivitamin Use and Mortality Risk in 3 Prospective US Cohorts . Image Credi...

Chris Whitty reveals the 'old-fashioned' habits best for longer life

Professor Sir Chris Whitty has recommended "old-fashioned" methods for the ageing population to remain healthy - insisting falling sick is not "inevitable".

How to lower your blood sugar levels, as new research reveals heart disease link

How to lower your blood sugar levels, as new research reveals heart disease link - Diet, exercise and lifestyle factors all play a role. By Katie Wright.

Living with my depressed husband is ripping me apart. What can I do?

I am in my mid-30s and have been with my husband, who is 10 years older than me, since I was a teenager. I felt very loved, at least for much of our time together. A couple of years ago, however, things changed. We became parents while I was in university. I found a job and friends, and while I sometimes struggled with it all, I became a fairly happy person. Meanwhile, he struggled with his career and became extremely restless. He says he loves...

The 10 best Glastonbury looks of all time and how to replicate them

Our favourite fashion from the farm

‘I was fat, old and widowed – then I found love and lost a stone’

My world collapsed when I lost my beloved wife Kim to ovarian cancer in 2017 when she was just 59. We were happily married for 38 years and had been through so much together over the decades. The loss just felt shattering. Dealing with the grief, I stopped caring about myself, eating junk all day and drinking beer every night. Our family house just...

Map shows where Victorian illness is making a comeback

In recent years the illness has become much more widespread as it becomes easier and cheaper to find foods high in fat, sugar and salt.

I’ve hiked in some of the most extreme heat in the world – this is how I stay safe

I’ve hiked in some of the most extreme heat in the world – this is how I stay safe - Living in Morocco’s High Atlas mountains and having completed the brutally challenging Marathon des Sables, Alice Morrison knows just how dangerous heat can be in the outdoors – here she shares her advice for enjoying these environments safely

Young professionals seek global opportunities for improved work-life balance, study finds

A survey of 1,000 people aged 18-34 found that 66% wanted their employer to offer them the opportunity to work abroad

25 of the Biggest Style Icons of All Time

From Cardi B to Princess Di.

I took collagen everyday for two months — here are 3 things that happened

After hearing a lot of good things, it was time for me to try collagen for myself

Habit stacking promises to be one of the most effective ways to change your life - here's how

Ready for a hack that could revolutionise your year?

10 ways to weave a natural aesthetic into your home

10 ways to weave a natural aesthetic into your home - A neutral palette helps shape a still, calming space, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

I’ve ditched city life to live in a cave – I’ll never go back

Gisbert Lippelt has swapped city life for a simple life in a cave in Italy, but there is one modern convenience he cannot do without

Scientists say humans should eat like a salmon to get essential nutrients

Scientists say humans should eat like a salmon to get essential nutrients - Directly eating more wild feed species could have health benefits, researchers suggest

Tory jibes about Keir Starmer and family time show how out of touch party is

“Increasing desperation, bordering on hysterical” is how Keir Starmer responded to the Conservatives’ claim that his decision to spend Friday nights with his family is a threat to national security. But a man cannot live on cabinet briefings alone – and online attacks on Starmer by Conservatives have been largely met with deadpan resistance by politicians and the public alike. When Greg Hands used X to ask “What if Putin attacks at 6.01pm?” not...

Living in Setúbal: a complete guide to living in the city of Sadina

Living in the city of Setúbal is undoubtedly a unique experience that offers a vibrant mix of culture, history and natural beauty. Setúbal, a harbour town on the coast of Portugal, offers an exceptional quality of life with its beautiful landscapes, mild climate and rich cultural heritage. The city is known for its hospitality, local traditions and delicious cuisine, especially fish and seafood dishes and the famous fried cuttlefish. In today's...

10 things that happen to your body when you stop drinking alcohol

10 Interesting Facts About People Who Like to Be Alone

Here are 10 interesting facts about people who like to be alone. If you like being alone most of the time, you will relate to this list a lot. And if you're more social and outgoing, this video will provide you with valuable insight into the truly amazing world of the lone wolf personality type so that you can better understand the loners in your life. While it's easy to say that people who enjoy being alone are just more introverted or shy, there's actually more to the quiet type. In fact, there are many special personality traits of people who like to be alone. Loners also tend to be highly intuitive people, and their intuition is a powerful guiding force in their lives. So, whether you were born to be a loner or just want to learn more about these folks, you'll learn a lot from this video. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe To Our Channel for More Videos Like This! TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/brainydose FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/

This Guy Lost 110 Pounds by Changing His Expectations – and Cutting Out Beer

'I'm no longer taking medication, and I feel great'

Burnt out at work? Become a tradie to reduce your stress levels

The least - and most stressful - jobs have been ranked.

How to refresh a small living room — 5 easy tips designers swear by

Want to find out how to refresh a small living room? We've spoken with designers to find out how to give yours a new look, and picked out beautiful buys

The True Story Of The Girl Who Lived With Jungle Cats, Snakes, And Elephants

Meet Tippi Okanti Degré, the little girl who lived with jungle cats, snakes, and elephants. Growing up, she overcame many challenges and obstacles to succeed in the African wilderness.

Calorie-starving slowed down my metabolism – this is what I did to lose a stone

This time last year I was feeling really depressed about my weight. In the previous 18 months, I’d put on a huge amount, mainly on my stomach, and because I’m short – just over 5’1” –  I looked pregnant. But I was at a total loss about what to do about it; I felt like I ate relatively healthily, opting for low-calorie meals and often avoiding carbs...

A moment that changed me: I was divorced, broke and alone – but I turned my life around with a list

The silence in the flat was deafening. Having lost almost everything in my divorce, it was now just me in a basement studio flat with black mould. I had no TV, no sofa and the wifi wasn’t set up. I sat at a cheap folding table and made a list. Since my life was no longer going to be the way I had planned – marriage, kids, a dog, a late-Victorian terrace in a country town – I was going to try something else. I was going to do all the things on my...

How many litres of water should you drink a day and does tea count?

Drink up!

The Mediterranean diet is out — the Atlantic diet is the summer upgrade to know

The Mediterranean diet is out — the Atlantic diet is the summer upgrade to know - This coastal diet could be the smart swap you need for ultimate summer wellness, says nutrionist Louise Pyne

CrossFit champion Sara Sigmundsdóttir on training, rehabbing, and expressing her creativity

'I train for between six and eight hours a day, with breaks in between'

Over a quarter of people are breaking this important coffee rule

The DIY addicts creating their perfect home – and saving over £50,000

Some women buy their husbands watches or aftershave as presents. But knowing how much he loves DIY, Tim Mulhall’s wife bought him a dilapidated vintage train carriage, thinking it would be ideal to convert into a micro-Airbnb. “Clearly I was running out of projects, so my wife found a local farmer who had all of these old railway wagons in his fiel...

To live long and strong in retirement, lift heavy weights

Taking up weight-training in retirement can preserve vital strength in later life, research suggests. Danish researchers tracked more than 450 healthy retirees who were randomly assigned to different exercises. The study published online in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine found that those who took up resistance training with heavy weights fared ...

Women Who Win: Shiza Shahid on living with purpose and standing up for what you believe in

We talk to the co-founder of kitchen essentials brand Our Place

Polish city among top 5 in Europe for highest life quality: Unique features

In a new ranking of European cities where people are most satisfied with their lives, Poland's Gdansk is in the top 5. The city is also one of the best for living with small children and for migrants. The study took into account all the amenities - from the work of transport and organizations to street cleanliness and safety, according to yavp.pl. ...

The three classic stages of a midlife crisis – and how to get through them

My crisis didn’t crash calamitously into my life overnight nor was it linked to a big trauma. It was slow and insidious, creeping into my psyche like rainfall in a blocked gutter, taking months for the seep-seep pressure of water to build and the building to eventually crack. It was a steady erosion of self and status that centred mainly around my ...

Understanding anxiety: Behaviors not to take personally

Sometimes, people experience anxiety sporadically. Typically, worry due to specific events or everyday concerns lasts briefly, from a few minutes to a few days. It's important to understand situations where getting upset with someone isn't necessary, as there are specific reasons for this, according to the "How are you?" psychological community on ...

'I worked out at 5am every day – and it taught me 3 important things'

It all started with a 4 am alarm...

I never know what to do with my long hair, but since getting the 'concave cut' my daily styling routine has been so much easier

I'll never get 'just a trim' ever again

10 most relaxing places to live in the UK revealed

Heritage diets have important health benefits and policy implications, review finds

By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc. In a recent review article published in the journal Advances in Nutrition , researchers synthesized the components of traditional Latin American, Asian, and African heritage diets and their association with diet quality and health markers. Perspectiv...

Habits that destroy our mental health

There are certain psychological habits that often prevent us from living fully and feeling ourselves. They destroy us from within and affect our health and quality of life, according to Mentoly. Contradicting one's own feelings Denying or avoiding one's own emotions can lead to a deterioration of mental health and depression. Advice: Allow yourself...