Struggling with the January slump? Discover proven reader strategies to lift your mood, from colourful umbrellas and microdosing nature to the joy of a wire-haired dachshund. Find your pick-me-up here.
Four elite ex-Forces stars take on a brutal 500km Arctic Ultra to raise £190k for SSAFA, while confronting trauma and men's mental health stigma in a powerful new Channel 4 documentary.
A quick-thinking UPS driver, Willy Esquivel, ran into a burning California home to carry 101-year-old Ann Edwards to safety. Read this remarkable story of bravery and community.
As punishing fitness trends like the 75 Hard challenge resurge, one writer proposes a gentler, more joyful alternative for winter wellbeing. Discover the '75 Gentle' regime focused on small pleasures.
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We investigate the 1970s myth that you lose most heat from your head. Discover the science behind body heat loss and why covering up is still vital in cold weather.
Tom Stoltman, once a bullied teen, used his autism as a 'cheat code' to become a three-time World's Strongest Man. Discover his incredible journey from Invergordon to global champion.
A new patient safety initiative, Jess's Rule, is being promoted in all GP surgeries. It urges doctors to reconsider diagnoses after three appointments, aiming to prevent tragic oversights like that of Jessica Brady.
An uncontrolled bushfire near Tooperang, south of Adelaide, has scorched over 650 hectares, destroyed structures and forced residents to flee. Over 120 firefighters are battling the blaze.
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Queen's Hospital in Romford treats patients in corridors as daily A&E visits double capacity. Bosses plead for £35m to transform emergency services and end unsafe conditions.
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A 12-year-old boy is critically injured after a shark attack in Sydney Harbour. Police warn against swimming due to poor visibility after heavy rain. Read the latest updates.
A damning report reveals UK postnatal care is failing women due to severe underfunding and staff shortages. New mothers face a 'postcode lottery' of support. Urgent government action is needed.
Recent research on microplastics in the human body is under review due to methodological concerns. Discover why scientific rigour is crucial for public trust and policy.
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A prolific X user shares his journey from joining in 2007 to deactivating in 2024, detailing the platform's decline and the positive impact of leaving. Discover why he says it felt like a 'strange dream that became a nightmare'.
Maggie's cancer charity is rolling out vital dietary workshops to all its UK centres after a successful trial, helping patients manage side effects and cutting NHS waiting lists.
Former rugby professional Josh Wood, paralysed in a car accident, now targets the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in wheelchair rugby. Discover his incredible journey of resilience and new purpose.
A new DNA blood test can predict which breast cancer treatments will work best for patients, allowing doctors to personalise care from the start and improve survival chances.
Anita Bhattacharjee was banned from every pub in her town in 1992. That wake-up call began a long road to recovery, leading to 30 years of sobriety and a life dedicated to helping others. Read her inspiring story.
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A flagship NHS charter to tackle sexual harassment is not being implemented, unions say, as reports of abuse against female staff continue to climb. Calls for urgent action.
Discover how to process and move on from one-sided love, with wisdom drawn from the Guardian's Notes & Queries column. Learn to heal and grow from the experience.
As vegan restaurants close and meat sales rise, a Guardian columnist explains why her plant-based diet is a crucial defence against despair and climate impotence. Discover the personal and political reasons to stay vegan.
Scabies cases in the UK have surged by 44%, causing immense physical and mental distress. Experts point to treatment shortages and delays in care. Learn about the symptoms and the fight against these microscopic mites.
Emma Joyce attempts a week-long ban on ultra-processed foods, uncovering the hidden costs, mental strain, and surprising ubiquity of UPFs in the modern diet. Discover her journey and expert tips for finding balance.
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Experts reveal how perfectionism masquerades as diligence but fuels anxiety and burnout. Discover the path to healthier striving and self-compassion for 2024.
Broadcaster Piers Morgan reveals he's in hospital after a serious fall, requiring a new hip and surgery. He shares details and recovery timeline. Get the full story on his health update.
UK doctors warn of a 'public health emergency' as tech and screen time harm children's health. The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges calls for urgent action. Read the full story.
A man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found seriously injured and later died in Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich. Police have sealed off multiple scenes.
Fitness coach Eugene Teo swapped extreme bodybuilding for holistic health. He lost 15kg of muscle but gained mobility, happiness and can now run 5km in 22 minutes. Discover his journey.
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