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Even if you’re a die-hard fan of semi-skimmed and have it in every cup...

On World Plant Milk Day, here’s a definitive guide to the popular dairy alternatives

Smartphones often get a bad rep for having a negative impact on our time,...

7 apps that help you to live smarter and feel happier

There’s just something about tearing open the foil on a packet of Refreshers, or...

Confectionery through the ages

The line-up for the 2018 series of Strictly Come Dancing has been unveiled. Here...

The complete Strictly Come Dancing 2018 line-up
Everything you need to know about migraines

Ever experienced a pain in your head so bad that you can’t talk, think...

Should we all be activating our nuts?

Veganism has skyrocketed in recent years, with more people than ever exploring the benefits...

Over-55s ‘not saving for future care needs’

Just over one in 10 adults over 55 have set aside money to cover...

Eight stunning late-summer gardens

There’s till time to take inspiration from some of the most beautiful gardens open...

Men’s Grooming Day: Can you match the facial hair to the actor? Take our quiz

Long gone are the days when men taking care of themselves was seen as...

Want to make a PPI claim? The clock is ticking – but it might be easier than you think

August marks the one-year countdown to the deadline for making a PPI claim –...

Aretha Franklin – a life in pictures

Aretha Franklin was one of the great musical figures of the 20th century. The...

York named best city in the UK for free summer holiday activities – here’s why

If you’re looking for a bargain break this summer, you might not have to...

How to talk to your child if they’re disappointed with their exam results

Emotions are running high today as students pick up their A-Level results, or the...

Why women shouldn’t be embarrassed to talk about urinary incontinence

It affects more Brits than hay fever, yet you’re far less likely to hear...

From soup cans to early ‘selfies’: Celebrating 70 years of pop art

With its bright colours and impish humour, it’s almost hard to believe that this...

Are egg yolks actually bad for you?

Whether scrambled with avocado on toast, poached with asparagus or boiled with whole wheat...

Afternoon Tea Week: 5 of the most weird and wonderful ones you can get

Afternoon tea is such a classic English tradition that purists can’t abide messing with...

Wasps: A total nuisance or horticultural hero?

The warm summer has led to a rise in wasp numbers, according to pest...

Bowel cancer screening age to be lowered to 50 in England

The age at which bowel cancer screening starts in England is to be lowered...

Dancing birds, wig school and rhythms played with pig bones: Only in Papua New Guinea

Catholics have crosses, Arabs cherish nazars, but in the Highlands of Papua New Guinea,...

9 things everyone should know about blood stem cell donation

Every 20 minutes, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a blood cancer, and...

7 tips to create a Mediterranean style garden

So, we’re having a Mediterranean summer, with long, sunny days and hot, balmy nights...

8 reasons to get solar panels on your home

Most people would love to save money on their domestic energy bills, and the...

Denise Welch at 60: ‘I’m not having a meltdown’

At 60, Denise Welch shows no signs of slowing down. The Waterloo Road and...

Why kamut is set to be the next trendy super grain with healthy eaters

There’s been an unmistakable buzz around ancient grains over the past few years. From...

Everything you need to know about Sepsis

When you start to feel the first stirrings of a sore throat, runny nose...

Britons check their phones every 12 minutes – report

A fifth of British adults now spend more than 40 hours a week online...

Are you an emotional eater? How to break the habit

Having a less-than-perfect relationship with food is pretty common. Many people who are healthy,...

Yorkshire Day: 7 foods from the county you should try that aren’t Yorkshire puddings

Sure, Yorkshire is beloved for introducing us all to the crisp and gooey, gravy...

What is CBD oil and how can it treat anxiety and joint pain?

If you want a better night’s sleep, a treatment for anxiety, or something to...

7 advantages of home-growing in a heatwave

As allotment holders struggle to keep their crops watered, expert Mike Thurlow offers 7...

National Avocado Day: This is how to grow an avocado at home

It’s National Avocado day! Yep, perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner (and maybe a...

The Beano is still bringing menacing fun to children after 80 years

Home to characters such as Dennis the Menace, Minnie the Minx and The Bash...

This is how you do dinner for lots of people – according to chefs

Find yourself getting anxious when you have friends coming over for lunch or dinner?...

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