Health Risks of Holding in Your Poo Revealed
A new study reveals why 76% of Brits delay going to the loo, and the serious health consequences, from constipation to long-term bowel issues. Listen to your body.
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How 2025's New Year's Resolutions Reflect Modern Anxieties
An analysis of Guardian readers' 2025 resolutions reveals a collective shift towards security and control, mirroring broader societal anxieties. Discover what our pledges say about the current moment.
Solo nightclub dance in Bristol taught me to embrace solitude
A poignant personal essay on finding comfort in your own company during a night out in Bristol, learning to dance with anxiety and grief instead of running from it.
Free Public Payphones: A Vital Lifeline in the UK
While free calls to Santa from payphones are a festive perk, they highlight the essential role of free public goods for vulnerable groups, from transport to libraries. Discover why their value extends far beyond revenue.
Overcoming Christmas Loneliness: A Therapeutic Journey
For many, Christmas magnifies feelings of isolation. Discover the therapeutic strategies used to combat festive anxiety and build meaningful social connections for future holidays.
Public Sector Jobs & Pay Growth Outstrip Private Firms
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
Girl, 13, gang raped in Paris KFC toilets, four arrested
A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.
Gen Z's workplace anxieties revealed in new UK study
A new UK study reveals Gen Z's workplace fears: telephobia, small talk & early starts. Experts share survival tips for younger workers to thrive in the office. Read the guide now.
Victoria to cut 4,000 public service jobs in $2.3bn savings plan
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
Employment tribunal dismisses transgender toilet policy claim
An employment tribunal has dismissed an engineer's discrimination claims against Leonardo UK over its transgender toilet policy. The case follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of 'sex'.
Carnaby Street public realm transformation plans revealed
London's iconic Carnaby Street could be transformed by a major public realm revamp. Shaftesbury Capital's plans include new signage, lighting, and a return to its historic roots. Have your say in the consultation.
Labour Defends 'Jobs for Mates' Review Findings
The Labour government faces criticism after failing to adopt key recommendations from its own review into public sector appointments. Read the full analysis of the political fallout.
Cyber Monday: 48-pack loo roll £19.15 on Amazon
Amazon's Cyber Monday sale slashes a 48-pack of 4-ply quilted toilet roll to £19.15, reviving memories of 2020's bulk-buying frenzy. Shippers praise its softness and durability.
Alex Scott exposes I'm A Celeb camp toilet tension
Former Lioness Alex Scott reveals secret jungle tension over a 'national treasure's' toilet habits after her I'm A Celebrity eviction. Get the full story.
School removes mirrors over student behaviour concerns
Wey Valley Academy in Weymouth has taken down all toilet mirrors after reporting congestion and behaviour issues. Parents express outrage over the controversial decision.
Man fights bear in Japanese public toilet
A 69-year-old man fought off a bear in a public toilet in Japan, amid a record surge in bear attacks. Discover the causes and the government's response.
Climate Beliefs Unchanged in 15 Years, AI Fears Rise
New Guardian Essential poll shows climate change conviction stagnant since 2008, while AI emerges as top existential threat. Discover the political implications.
Life Without Sleep: An Insomniac's Daily Struggle
Hannah Townsend shares her lifelong battle with insomnia, a condition affecting one in three Brits. Discover the physical and mental toll, and why experts say it's a serious, treatable health issue.
Australia's public sector faces 5% budget savings search
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms departments must identify savings from low-priority spending, denying major job cuts while facing Coalition criticism over election promises.
Reeves' Budget Crisis: £17.4bn Borrowing Spike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces budget crisis as borrowing hits £17.4bn in October. Growth Commission proposes £105bn spending cuts to break economic 'doom loop'. Read analysis.
Dancing: A free antidote to anxiety
Discover how one writer found a fun, free way to combat anxiety through spontaneous dancing at home. Learn the rules for 'dancing it out' to reclaim calm.
The Rise of the 'Leastess' in Modern Party Hosting
Discover why modern party hosting has become a source of anxiety and how the 'leastess' phenomenon is changing social dynamics. Learn to reclaim joyful entertaining.
Former Soho toilet to become café or shop
Westminster Council plans to convert Broadwick Street's former public toilet, once labelled the UK's top cottaging spot, into retail or café space despite local opposition over toilet provision.
Former Soho toilet set to become café or shop
A former Soho toilet, once notorious as a 'cottaging' spot, is set for a new life as a café or shop. Westminster Council's plan faces criticism over the area's lack of public facilities.
Ian Smith's Comedy Breakthrough: Authentic Stand-Up
Yorkshire comedian Ian Smith transformed his career by ditching gimmicks for authentic storytelling about anxiety and fertility struggles. Discover his journey to success.
Trump's economic strategy backfires with voters
Analysis reveals how Trump's focus on racial grievances over economic delivery cost him crucial support. Discover why economic anxieties trump culture wars.
John Oliver: US Public Media Defunding 'Just Stupid'
John Oliver exposes the dire consequences of Republican-led defunding of US public media, threatening local news and emergency services. Discover why this matters.
Sweden's Viking Pagan Revival Gains Followers
Discover why modern Swedes are reviving ancient Norse paganism, with rituals attracting thousands seeking identity and climate solace. Explore this surprising spiritual movement.
TikTok's 'Forehead Kiss of Doom' Relationship Warning
TikTok users identify forehead kisses as potential breakup warning. Relationship experts explain context matters. Discover what this trend reveals about modern dating anxiety.
AI Bear Videos Fuel Anxiety in Japan's Wildlife Crisis
As Japan faces a record surge in bear attacks, a wave of hyper-realistic AI-generated videos depicting encounters is amplifying public fear and complicating official safety messaging.
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