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I dreamed of travelling while working remotely — then it became my nightmare

The digital nomad lifestyle is not all it's cracked up to be.

The best shopping in London

It’s tough out there in retail. In order to drag people off the sofa and away from their smartphones, and tempt them out into the real world, stores in London have really started to up their game – so much so that shopping in the city is now as much an experience as it is a necessity, frequently made all the better by some artisan refreshment. Lond...

You be the judge: should my best friend be more mindful of my lower income?

The prosecution: Michelle She’s richer, more money-focused, and a bit obsessive over spending I have known Lily since we were 15. We have grown up together, really. But now, aged 29, we have really different attitudes to money. Lily has got a bit more bougie as we’ve grown older and I’ve gone in the opposite direction. It might have to do with the people we hang around with – Lily has a posher group of friends linked to her fiance. They all go...

I went solo travelling in my 60s - here's what it taught me

Eager to discover the real Italy, Lorna Jackson, 72, went on a three-month solo exploration. Speaking to GH, she shares the life lessons that she returned home with.

Researchers identify eight habits that could help you live 20 years longer

Researchers identify eight habits that could help you live 20 years longer - The lifestyle factors include being physically active, being free from opioid addiction, not smoking, managing stress, and having a good diet.

I used to live on takeaways, now I’m a 51-year-old bodybuilder

Sarah Davies, 51, is not your average bodybuilder. The mother of one, who works full-time, picked up her intense training routine in midlife and “fell into it by accident”, she says. “I’d struggled with my weight from when I left school and discovered alcohol, boys and Chinese takeaways,” she says. “Throughout my 20s and 30s, I did all kinds of car...

The Best Men's Facials for Instant Aesthetic Improvements

Pampering is usurped by performance in the new age of high-tech treatments

6 simple habits to help you feel happier every day

2024 is just beginning, meaning you still have time to make important decisions about what you want to achieve in the new year. It's common for us to set certain goals to become the best version of ourselves. The desire to improve is natural, but turning it into a source of pressure and stress is unnecessary. RBC-Ukraine shares six small habits tha...

Study uncovers causal genetic variant strongly associated with childhood obesity

Researchers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have identified a causal genetic variant strongly associated with childhood obesity. The study provides new insight into the importance of the hypothalamus of the brain and its role in common childhood obesity and the target gene may se...

How eating bananas daily can boost your well-being

Eating a banana daily can contribute significantly to a healthier diet, as most people don't consume the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. According to registered dietitian nutritionist Lauren Manaker, incorporating bananas into your daily diet can be beneficial for getting necessary fruit servings, according to Country Living. Bananas...

Mediterranean lifestyle cuts chances of premature death, study suggests

Mediterranean lifestyle cuts chances of premature death, study suggests - Researchers tracked more than 110,000 UK adults involved in the UK Biobank study.

As tenniscore soars in popularity: 7 tennis outfits that look chic and perform better, tested by team MC

Channel your inner Zendaya.

The '90s called – monogrammed swimwear is back

Quiet luxury is on vacation

The barrel-leg jean is shaping up to be the denim style of the season

This unusual silhouette is surprisingly flattering

Queen Elizabeth’s 29 Most Iconic Fashion Moments

From her coronation dress to her rainbow daywear.

How to rewire your brain to fix bad food habits

What’s your bad food habit? Mine is feeling stressed at work, walking to the vending machine near my desk and buying a Snickers. For the short moments that I’m demolishing the sticky composite of caramel, nougat and peanuts, I feel happy. Afterwards, with the tang of sugar still on my tongue, I wonder why I can never stop myself. Despite the certai...

Emily English has taken over the internet with her feel-good, nourishing recipes - 7 health hacks the nutritionist swears by

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Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier -

This Guy Lost 80 Pounds and Gained Discipline Through Yoga

Zach Wolf never thought he'd be in a yoga studio in the first place

Budget brands and free samples: eight ways to cut the cost of your skincare

Shop budget brands There are plenty of ways to reduce the cost of your skincare routine – from everyday moisturisers to potent serums. Raj Arora, a GP and skincare specialist, says: “Many budget brands use the same key ingredients as luxury lines. Save on cleansers, toners and moisturisers, and spend a little more on your retinoids, peptides and sunscreens. Boots and Superdrug also have their own inexpensive skincare lines and frequently run...

A Lip Tint Is The Sunny Weather Essential For Make-Up Minimalists

The 'no make-up make-up' to know

More over-75s are exercising regularly, but young people are becoming less active

The number of over-75s meeting NHS exercise guidelines in England has jumped by 25 per cent in eight years, while young people’s fitness levels have fallen, new figures show. Adults are recommended to do at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week, which can include walking, cycling or gardening. Since Sport England started collecting data i...

Eating like it’s the 1970s showed me the madness of our modern diet

As I spoon 75g of cooked pasta into the triangle of my “portion control” plate, I can’t quite believe how modest it looks. Last week, I would have blithely served myself a ­plateful; then gone back for ­seconds. Now, my life is divided into a pie-chart of shame. I exercise a lot, but it turns out I am the queen of overserving. Only now do I realise...

Lupita Nyong'o appears on red carpet, alongside her furry co-star

We adore this duo!

How many litres of water should you drink a day?

Spoiler alert: It's more than you think...

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.

A new start after 60: My job threatened to make me ill – so I moved out of London and started a magazine

Mich Maroney has always known what she wanted. As a little girl, she loved painting and told her family she was going to be an artist. “I was so young that I didn’t even know what it meant,” she says. “But my dad had this huge book on art and suddenly I knew, yes, this is what I’m going to do.” Maroney, 61, was born in Hong Kong to a British father and a Macanese mother. When she was eight, the family moved to London, where she later worked as a...

‘After years of failed fad diets + workouts, I started lifting weights'

'At 43, it changed everything'

USA vs UK: Which country has the better lifestyle?

After Douglas Carswell gave his experience of living in the US as a Brit, Telegraph readers took to the comments section to share their take on life in America. Readers, many of whom have lived in both the US and the UK, admired the lifestyle of Americans, including their healthcare system and career ambitions. Meanwhile, others praised the politen...

9 clever things people with nice-smelling homes always do, according to experts

These things people with nice-smelling homes always do are easy to do and are budget-friendly, too. We've also picked out three useful buys.

How to Have a Happy Retirement

Want a happy retirement? These eight tips for finding your retirement bliss are backed by solid evidence.

5 Weight Loss Mistakes Men Over 40 Make – And How to Avoid Them

Learn the secrets to getting (and staying) lean

Almshouse residents may live up to two and a half years longer, study finds

Poor, older people living in almshouses enjoy longer lives than far wealthier people living elsewhere, a study has found. The secret to longer life has been intensely sought after for centuries. But research using data from almshouses going back 100 years has found that the solution devised in early medieval times to help poverty-stricken knights returning from the Crusades is still relevant today. The report from the Bayes Business School says...

The not-so-secret cost of being superhuman: elite sport’s problem with disordered eating

Elite sport has long been consumed with the idea of the superhuman. Pushing the capabilities of the human body to its extremes in the hopes of uncovering the blueprint to engineer bodies that can jump higher, run faster and endure longer. And, as professionalism has increased, so too has the optimisation of athletes’ bodies in the quest for peak human condition. But recent revelations that former Australian women’s cricket captain Meg Lanning...

When it comes to hotels, this is what makes a perfect 10

It is my life’s mission to quote from Frasier as much as can be justified. There is a glorious line I have used more times than it has been repeated on TV: “What is the one thing better than an exquisite meal? An exquisite meal with one tiny flaw we can pick at all night!” In the show, the flaw cited is the lack of “even one outstanding cognac on t...

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?

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 ...

‘We live in the best house in the world’: five design experts on how to live better in small homes

Australia has some of the largest homes in the world. Many who do live small aspire to one day live big. But around the world, limited space is not always seen as a sacrifice. From Sweden, where the average size of an apartment is 68 sq metres, to Hong Kong’s micro flats as small as 18 sq metres, globally architects are used to getting creative with tight spaces – they must let as much light in and offer individuals and families the same...

6 thoughts and actions that only amplify anxiety and worry

Not to worry and be nervous is absolutely normal, albeit very unpleasant. But sometimes anxiety and concern can be so toxic that it hinders one's ability to carry on with daily activities. Our habits and thoughts can exacerbate the situation. Huffpost shares habits that intensify our anxiety and worry. Black-and-white thinking It is also known as "...

US states where people live the longest

I've given up on my career goals after having kids

Now I have two children, my life is no longer solely about fighting for the next rung on the career ladder.

The Mindset That Helped This Guy Lose 43 Pounds in 13 Weeks

"Showing up consistently changed everything for me."

‘It interprets them as a sabre-toothed tiger’: How cortisol actually deals with daily stressors in our bodies

‘It interprets them as a sabre-toothed tiger’: How cortisol actually deals with daily stressors in our bodies - IN FOCUS: As online searches for ‘cortisol’ reach an all-time high, Olivia Petter examines what the stress hormone really does to our bodies, and how to control it

Adherence to the EAT-Lancet diet reduces the risk of heart failure

By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. A recent JACC: Heart Failure study determines whether the EAT-Lancet diet index influences the risk of heart failure (HF) and the plasma proteins that may influence this association. Study: The EAT-Lancet Diet Index, Plasma Proteins, and Risk of Heart ...

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors - How to lower your stroke risk at every age

Forget lived-in balayage—Palm Beach blonde is the rich-looking hair trend I want

Palm Beach is the new mob wife aesthetic

Makeup artist Bobbi Brown shares 4 easy tips for women over 40

Beauty tips for a busy life from a makeup pro.

"I debunk wellness misinformation for a living… So, why did I fall for it?"

Given my career, I thought I’d be the last person duped by rogue wellness influencers. And yet…

The tricks stylists use to make food look fabulous

If the way to our hearts is through our stomachs, then the route to our stomachs is helped an awful lot by what we clap our eyes on. Bombarded by food advertisements plastered everywhere from billboards to bus shelters, not to mention all over our screens, we’re a nation that’s used to being lured to the table – or takeaway joint or delivery app – ...

49 living room ideas: latest trends and easy decor updates

These living room ideas come with comfy surprises and modern flair, so you can relax and unwind in a revamped sitting room space.