Guardian's 20-Year Sex Advice Column: 23 Memorable Moments
As The Guardian's iconic 'Sexual Healing' column ends after two decades, we revisit 23 of its most memorable reader dilemmas and Pamela Stephenson Connolly's expert advice.
As The Guardian's iconic 'Sexual Healing' column ends after two decades, we revisit 23 of its most memorable reader dilemmas and Pamela Stephenson Connolly's expert advice.
As 2025 ends, columnist Tim Dowling tallies his year in cold, hard stats: adult sons moving back in, forgotten books, and a joke that fell flat. A humorous look at modern life.
Adana Omágua Kambeba, the first Kambeba doctor, combines her medical degree with shamanic healing. Discover her mission to integrate Indigenous knowledge with science.
Reported sexual offences on the Tube hit a five-year high, with campaigners warning harassment is 'routine' for women. New TfL data reveals 595 incidents in 2024/25.
Thames Valley Police issue an e-fit image of a suspect following a sexual assault on a teenage girl in Milton Keynes in November. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Aaron, 28, and Tara, 30, share their honest verdict after a Guardian blind date at Los Mochis in London. Find out why he gave the date a 6/10 and she scored it an 8.
Tye Hunt, 23, has been sentenced to nearly three years for using Snapchat to groom two young girls. The court heard of the devastating impact on his victims. Learn more about the case and support available.
A woman's decision to meet her best friend's fiancé on his stag do leads to a night together and social exile. Read the full advice on this relationship dilemma.
TV presenter Adrian Chiles opens up about his squamous cell carcinoma diagnosis and removal. The 58-year-old details his healthcare journey and positive outlook.
After the sudden death of her husband, a woman describes how her unbearable grief found an unexpected path to healing through silent community retreats. Discover her transformative story.
Joshua Obinim survived a violent attack by his son Benjamin, who had undiagnosed schizophrenia. His story highlights mental health awareness in faith communities.
Comedian Judi Love reveals how laughter helped her heal from trauma as she prepares for 23-date tour 'All About the Love'. The TV star discusses her journey from social work to comedy stardom.
Discover the surprising story behind The Durutti Column's debut album, a fragile 1980 classic that defied its era and continues to influence music today. Explore its troubled creation and lasting legacy.
Discover why readers treasure the Guardian's Corrections column, featuring political humour, real ale wit, and amusing nominative determinism stories from across Britain.
Discover the neuroscience of sex: how your brain's chemistry changes during intimacy, from dopamine floods to emotional shifts. Expert insights reveal why your mind wanders.
PM Keir Starmer commits the national grooming gangs inquiry to leave no stone unturned, including London. Get the latest on the investigation and victim support.
Exclusive: Over 11,000 victims including child abuse survivors refused compensation due to unspent convictions. Read the shocking investigation findings.
For six years, Guardian columnist Tim Dowling has been the only man in his wife's book club. Now she sees her chance to finally remove him. Discover the hilarious marital standoff over literary insights and fine cheeses.
Exclusive: Victims of grooming gangs and modern slavery are being denied government compensation due to unspent criminal convictions, Sky News analysis reveals.
Germany announces groundbreaking legal reform treating date rape drugs as weapons to ensure justice for survivors. New measures include electronic monitoring and secret documentation apps.
Andrew Collins from Greenford has been convicted of rape after plying a vulnerable woman with alcohol. He awaits sentencing in January 2026.
Sarah, 53, shares her weekly sex diary revealing how she maintains a passionate relationship with her husband Mark after three decades together. Discover their secrets to lasting intimacy.
Barthimaus Ehiemere, 25, from Hackney, has been sentenced for grooming and raping boys as young as 12. Police believe there could be hundreds more victims and urge them to come forward.
Two more former employees accuse Motown legend Smokey Robinson of sexual assault, adding to four existing claims. Robinson denies all allegations. Read the latest developments.
Former Met Police officer David Carrick is to be sentenced for molesting a 12-year-old girl and raping a former partner. Read the full story and see how justice was served.
Two men and a woman in their 80s arrested over historic child sexual abuse at two Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. You will be listened to and believed.
Shocking CCTV shows Brazilian office worker allegedly pouring semen on female colleague's dessert. Police confirm repeat offender arrested after similar 2023 incident.
Hollyoaks confirms Donny Clark was raped alongside Dodger Savage in devastating storyline twist. Channel 4 soap works with We Are Survivors on male rape awareness.
Andrew Paul Johnson, pardoned for Capitol attack, now faces multiple child sexual abuse charges in Florida. He allegedly used his pardon to silence victims.
A written confession by serial rapist David Carrick, admitting to abusing a 12-year-old girl, lay undiscovered for 35 years. Police state the future would have been 'very different' had it been found earlier.