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At first the mice were just a distant pitter-patter. But soon they had an unblinking confidence that they owned the entire house and all the food in it.

I took him to university this weekend, and it reminded me of the exhilaration of suddenly having your own space, absolutely separate from your mother.

A long-distance walking route in the south of France devised by the celebrated land artist offers intrepid hikers an opportunity to immerse themselves in nature and art.

Cheyenne Roundtree, an investigative reporter at Rolling Stone, was as shocked as anyone when allegations of rape and sexual abuse were made against the music mogul. Then she began digging into his past life. In her first interview, she paints a horrifying picture of lost police reports, repeat behaviours, rumours and run-ins.

People in the UK are more interested in oral health than ever - and you can now buy prebiotic toothpastes and brushes that cost up to £600. Yet we remain in the midst of a serious dental crisis.

Textile designer brings florals, vines and smiley doodles to brand’s luxury checks for one-off paired collection.

A good, sturdy chopping board will last you many years. I tested the best non-plastic, non-toxic ones, including some made out of wood and synthetic rubber.

Saddling up is only likely to be an issue for elite athletes – and those with low sperm counts.

At 51, I want many more years of a healthy, happy sex life. So I decided to compile my own guide.

Cellista, an aerialist who regularly performs upside down with her cello, shares what her life looks like training for the stage.

Guardian readers share how much they spend on food and the changes they’ve had to made in response to rising prices.

How often should you clean your cat’s litter box? Plus three other tips for peak cat cleanliness.

Experts share best practices for considering water filters – whether you’re drinking municipally treated water or relying on a well.

Handstands display a mastery of one’s physical form that I have never quite felt – and they look cool. Experts share their advice for building up strength and practicing.

Experts don’t know exactly what causes dandruff, but if you’re seeing light flakes on your scalp, over-the-counter products can help .

Can blending these popular fruits in a smoothie adversely affect the berries’ nutritional benefits? Experts weigh in.

As weight loss drugs have risen all around the world, it has reshaped users’ relationships for better and for worse.

Jasmin Graham, a shark scientist and science communicator, also makes time in her day to practice her hobbies and play music bingo with friends.

These food storage containers with clever, reheat-friendly vented lids are ‘endlessly versatile, lightweight and durable’. After selling out for months after launch in April, they are now back in stock.

You can’t control this chaotic world, but the best meditation apps can help you control how you react to it, one deep breath at a time.

Eagle Creek, Amazon and Away sell compression cubes that can help maximize space next time you travel.

The discussion about diarrhea has increased lately, especially with the rise of cyclosporiasis. Although unpleasant, it is manageable and can be treated at home.

Andrew Hiers is trying to start his own opera company. Until then, he’s serenading the parking lot.

Ben Sander’s talents – interior design, crafting and being a TV personality – come together in his 60s housewife drag character.

Here’s what experts say about how sex and exercise are linked, and whether the type, timing and intensity of movement matter.

Designers share tips on creating a space you love, from mixing eras and colors to not getting in your head.

Common misconceptions are that you don’t have the right skills, or you need to make a huge time commitment.

Mobility can’t be tracked on a leaderboard, but it can help you feel better and make daily tasks easier.

Spending can be exciting – but how do you function outside of it? Experts share their tips for paring down buying.

For his trek across New York City, the singer wore a pair of Prada slip-ons. I tried to do the same in my penny loafers – and soon found out why experts advise against it.

Brand returns to its physical and unconventional roots as it battles undergoes stark restructuring.

Appointment of Kane as creative director signals the return of serious style ambition for former It-bag brand.

Readers reflect on an article which explored whether we should be cleaning ourselves twice.

Wife of former PM takes part in designer Edeline Lee’s show inspired by the Greek myth of Sisyphus.

To mark Oxfam’s Second Hand September, here are some of your best thrift discoveries and the stories behind them.

Steven Kolb of the Council of Fashion Designers of America was filmed during an altercation at New York fashion week.

Innovative journalist who as fashion editor of the Daily Mirror brought the latest 1960s looks to millions of readers.

Steven Kolb tried to stop activists demonstrating against the use of wool – but he can’t curb consumers’ growing concern about where their clothes come from.

A rich Levantine fusion dish of sumac-spiced roast chicken, onion and flatbread with tahini yoghurt, and a simple, textured salad.

Sometimes cooking is about celebration or indulgence, but there are other times when you just need a speedy but delicious midweek meal.

Scottish breakfasts are worth getting up for: think eggs and potato cakes in a freshly baked roll, or toasted barley bread laced with sticky plums and honey butter.

This fruity central European pancake dish can be served as part of a main course or as a dessert. Our resident perfektionistin flips through a selection of the best recipes.

Silicon Valley China hawks, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei among them, fear the country surpassing US’s AI lead as much as superintelligence destroying humanity.

Andy Burnham’s focus on immediate domestic problems leads some to fear issue has dropped off government’s radar .

Modern cars are fitted with features like autonomous emergency braking and fatigue monitoring. But do they support motorists or drive them to distraction?

The beach becomes a giant art gallery each year as SWELL sculpture festival takes over Currumbin in Queensland’s south-east. Almost 100 large-scale artworks are on display during the free, 10-day outdoor exhibition, now in its 24th year. Among the artists is invited guest Patricia Piccinini, whose bronze sculpture Salute to the Sun ‘is a chimera, seamlessly moving between deer, tree, fungus, human and motorcycle’. The works are on display until Sunday 20 September.

From the hills to the high street, a decent windbreaker will see you through September showers.

The fashion designer became known for his larger-than-life creations made for stars who wanted to make a lasting impression.

Midis with a lingerie-inspired lace trim can do it all, whether you want to dress up for a wedding or down for the pub.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder at the World’s Ugliest Dog contest, which marked its 50th year at the Sonoma County Fair in California. The competition, which promotes dog adoptions and ‘the imperfections that make all dogs special’, was won this year by Jinny Lu, a pug from South Korea.

High summer nuptials call for a relaxed shape and shoes you can dance in.

Over two nights in Larrakia country, Darwin Aboriginal art fair’s annual runway event showcases the work of 21 designers and art centres.

João Linneu’s raw and intimate photographs capture his partner and child as they navigate isolation, lumbar punctures and even a lightning storm.

A spectacular display of hot air balloons kicked off the annual Balloons over Mildura festival in regional Victoria.