Page 123 - News

Older woman with short grey hair smiling while getting a haircut in a salon.

“Trixie Cut”: This short hairstyle makes women over 70 look noticeably younger.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

In spring 2026, a new short haircut is set to take centre stage in UK salons: the Trixie Cut. Created...

Person in bed with an alarm clock, tea, open book, and sleep mask on bedside table.

What waking up at the exact same time every night means according to traditional Chinese medicine and internal organ cycles

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

The bedside clock never seems to change. 3.17 am. You stare into the darkness, your pulse a touch too quick,...

Woman in white floral embroidered dress attending formal dining event in elegant room with guests seated at table

In an elegant embroidered evening gown, Kate Middleton once again champions British craftsmanship at a high-profile diplomatic dinner

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

The atmosphere in the room changed before she had even reached her place. Crystal chandeliers threw warm light across the...

Young boy watering colourful flowers with butterflies fluttering nearby in a sunny suburban garden.

This heat-loving, drought-proof plant can transform any yard into a butterfly haven

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Sprinklers had been off-limits for weeks, and the only thing flourishing in the street seemed to be the dust. Then,...

Woman applying facial serum in a softly lit bedroom with a wooden bedside table and diffuser.

New night serum visibly refreshes tired skin overnight.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Stress, screen light, too little sleep: our skin absorbs it all day after day - at least until that first...

Father and son using a tablet at a table with fruit and books in a cosy living room with a television in the background.

Bad news for parents who banned cartoons at home scientists say strict screen rules may harm children more than help

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

The television is switched off, the tablets are tucked away on the top shelf, and phones are kept well out...

Young boy in bright shirt looking worried at swarm of large bees in garden with man holding plant behind him

Warning about hornets: This clothing makes you an ideal target.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Many people never suspect it, but the problem is often down to the wrong clothing. If you’re laying the table...

Farmer standing in field with wind turbines in background, shading eyes and holding papers and earmuffs.

Wind Farms at the End of the Lane: Climate Ambition, Rural Friction, and the Cost of Living with Change

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Just before daybreak in a small village in northern France, the cows begin to bellow before the first cock even...

Woman fitting high-waisted jeans at wooden table with sewing tools and fabric in bright room.

Brilliant sewing tip: How to make tight trousers comfortable at the waist again

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Many people recognise the scenario: after gaining a couple of kilograms, after the menopause, or simply following a particularly hot...

Woman with shoulder-length hair getting a haircut at a salon, looking at herself in the mirror.

“Extremely flattering”: forget short cuts, this rejuvenating hairstyle is ideal after 50 according to a hairdresser

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Susan, 56, twisted a strand of hair around her finger - the same shoulder-length shape she’d kept since her late...

Hands holding a garden trowel above a wooden table with gardening tools and gloves beside flowerpots.

These gardening tools are genuinely useful, while others are unnecessary.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

The spade is still stuck halfway into the soil, the sun is already dropping, and beside you sits a small...

Hands planting vibrant orange and red lilies in a garden bed under a tree on a sunny day.

Garden alert beneath walnut trees: How hardy Asian lilies truly are

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Many amateur gardeners have no idea that an invisible chemical is shaping what thrives in their soil. Between showy flowers...

Woman in denim shorts and beige top kneeling on bed, holding transparent handbag beside magazines and vintage cassette player

This iconic 1990s handbag is making a major comeback.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

A handbag classic that plenty of people once quietly borrowed from their mum’s wardrobe is reappearing on the streets of...

Hands using an air fryer to cook steaming hot French fries on a wooden kitchen table with lemon and glass bowl nearby.

Danger signs in your air fryer: How to spot potential kitchen damage

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Certain noises, smells and smoke signals can be early warnings that a serious issue is just around the corner. Hot...

Plus-size woman smiling and trying on brown trousers in a stylish bedroom with a clothing rack and mirror.

Crop tops with a tummy? How to make the trend work for every body shape.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Many women love the crop-top trend, yet hesitate the moment they catch sight of their own stomach. For years, a...

Young man jogging outdoors near gym treadmills, wearing earphones and holding a smartphone.

Fitness Truth Skipping the gym for walking really works “but only if you walk non-stop for 30 minutes at a steady 5 km/h pace”

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

The woman in the vivid blue leggings has the look of someone who’s just broken a rule. She pauses outside...

Person adjusting a small wooden framed mirror on a bedside table with a lit candle and ashtray.

How a Mirror Behind a Candle Can Make a Small Room Feel Larger

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

The first time you notice it, you almost doubt your own eyes. Same candle, same match, same tiny room. Yet...

Scientist examining ancient gold jewellery with a microscope and computer analysis in a lab setting.

Mysterious space metal found in 3,000-year-old gold treasure

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

Between heavy gold, gleaming silver and ancient ornaments, two modest iron objects turned up in a 3,000-year-old hoard-pieces that puzzled...

Person cleaning a toilet seat with a disinfectant wipe in a public restroom.

The Truth About Public Toilets, According to Science

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

If you’re a parent, or you live with a long-term health condition that means you need the loo quickly and...

Hand pouring creamy sauce onto pasta in a pan on a wooden table with lemons, a teapot, and a wooden spoon nearby.

This creamy dish is perfect when you want food that feels safe

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

It begins on one of those days that just feels slightly wrong. Your phone keeps vibrating, the news blares like...

Young man unboxing an AMD Ryzen 7 processor at a desk with computer components and a monitor.

AMD directly challenges Intel as the Ryzen 7 7800X3D drops by 43% and sells out fast.

Harriet Pemberton • April 29, 2026

AliExpress is turning heads with its Mega Choice Day, an event where the retailer is advertising discounts described as even...