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From a silk sleep mask to a smartphone printer and Dyson hair dryer, take some inspiration from these gifts approved by the women in our lives.

The nutty seed is an essential dessert flavor in Asia and is now forecasted to be a top food trend in the US this year.

Overcoming his irrational fear of coconut products, Nicholas Jordan tests a lovely – and lowly – bunch of coconuts in a row.

The ‘mum noir’ film If I Had Legs I’d Kick You brought back the difficulties of those challenging early days of parenthood, and the conversation that freed me up emotionally.

It featured the queen, Rupert Everett and horses paying their respects, amid a combination of romance, absurdity and delight at Southwark Cathedral last week.

There used to be hundreds of pie and mash shops in London. Now there are barely more than 30. Can social media attention and a push for protected status ensure their survival?

UPFs are made to encourage addiction and consumption and should be regulated like tobacco, say researchers.

At first, Mike made Tamsin feel good about herself – and his love-bombing led her to leave her family and resign from her job. Soon she had lost her car, phone and all her money.

Over 16 weeks of weekly classes, my glutes are stronger, my calves shapelier and – to my surprise – I have a growing sense of rhythm.

We spoke with five people from Atlanta to rural Germany and the UK whose households range from grandparents to three couples who own a farmhouse.

Our perception of a person’s physical beauty is colored by our perception of their behavior – but what if we divorced inner and outer beauty?

The ligament that connects your foot bones can cause severe heel pain when inflamed. Here’s how to avoid that.

Recognizing the physical and psychological tells is half the battle, says author Emma Gannon.

Pricey deworming remedies are being touted as cure-alls. Supermodel Heidi Klum gave it a go – experts roll their eyes.

What if the thing we needed more of was to do less? What if this was the year we finally learned to rest?

It’s becoming more common for people to use AI chatbots for personal guidance – but this doesn’t come without risks.

I hadn’t fully grasped how the idea of a better future sustained me – now I, like many others, find it difficult to be productive.

Dr Ezekiel J Emanuel, a former Obamacare adviser, has deceptively simple advice for living a healthy life.

We blind taste-tested bars from David, Built, Barebells and more. Here are four that packed protein while tasting great – and the brands that were simply ‘vile’.

From indestructible wallets to Crocs (yes, Crocs), we rounded up the best guy-approved Valentine’s Day gifts they won’t know how they lived without.

Ultra-warm coats, knit pants, waterproof boots: our guide to the 20 best things to wear to stay warm this winter.

If you aren’t getting the quality time or intimacy you need, try these connection experiments to shake up interactions.

It is a little weird that beauty culture is convincing people to surgically saw off their facial skin and sew it back on tighter.

Find an appealing activity and stick with it even if you lack skill, says Karen Walrond, author of In Defense of Dabbling.

You can set boundaries for your health in our perfume-obsessed world – but you should be extra considerate.

From therapy to running and conversing with strangers, we asked experts what the basics are of starting anything new.

Worried about cost, planning – or whether anyone will show up? We asked experts how to bring back parties.

In a world full of distractions, it can be difficult to form a habit that needs attention. Experts advise on getting out of the rut.

We asked experts to share tips on how to take control of dreams once you realize you’re in it.

Ditching the traditional suit and tie for understated all black ‘is as calculated as any Westminster suit, just aimed at a different audience’.

Makeup textures embrace the flash and clash of formulas that you can ‘smoosh on carelessly’.

First came the rise of G-string swimwear. Now women are turning the other cheek by opting for bikini shorts.

When words fail, clothes do the talking – from the Beckhams to Diana’s revenge dress, fashion is the language of image management.

In 20 years, Danish capital’s fashion week has pushed for greener standards and catapulted homegrown talent to global success.

If you’re wearing tight clothes and flashing your ankles, you may want to make some bold changes.

Designer’s third collection confirms his dream start at the label, as warmth for the women who wear it shines through.

Designer spins the historic house off on a tangent in Paris, with his reading of its history being that shock value can sell.

If the races is a nightclub, the tennis is a long lunch with spectators in silk dresses, sneakers and tailored shorts.

Our experts unpack the power of miso paste, and the unique flavour profiles you need for your home cooking.

Layers of eastern spice and flavour run through these mini bulgur wheat balls in a spicy sauce of pepper and pomegranate molasses, and there’s a sprightly fennel and herb salad on the side.

A rather luxuriant cheat’s way to fill that savoury pie/tart hole in your life.

Enrol in the school of wok and get sizzling with a simple stir-fry and a classic hotch-potch noodle dish. Follow the ‘wok clock’ and both are ready in about half an hour.

AIs are not sentient – but tweaks to their ethical codes can have far-reaching consequences for users.

Millions of dollars have been raised for Bondi hero Ahmed al-Ahmed, while campaigns are backing families hit by Victoria’s bushfires. What does this way of giving mean for the charity sector?

Some users are stepping away from the app after it made a deal to create a US entity and updated terms and conditions.

Musicians step out in ruffles, feathers and trains as the red carpet sees the return of the ‘free the nipple’ movement.

Leather, lace and an unexpected accessory or two will perfectly complement bold trousers.

A neat alternative to messing around trying to get the perfect T-shirt tuck. Here a three outfits to get you started.

From naked embraces and sofa snogging to the very final stages of life, a new exhibition proves there is no one way to age.

A look at some of the Italian fashion designer’s greatest moments, after his death at the age of 93.

The North Macedonian town celebrated the 1,400-year-old festival over two days. The part-pagan, part-satire carnival is believed to scare away evil spirits, and marks the beginning of the Julian calendar’s New Year.

Ease yourself into a routine again with relaxed silhouettes, cosy fabrics and slipper-adjacent footwear.

The anonymous style blogger turned author selects 13 ensembles worn by Australians that stuck in her mind this year.

Sweet PJs, soft sweatpants and cosy accessories will make a sofa day feel even more indulgent.