Interior Design

‘We live in the best house in the world’: five design experts on how to live better in small homes

Australia has some of the largest homes in the world. Many who do live small aspire to one day live big. But around the world, limited space is not always seen as a sacrifice. From Sweden, where the average size of an apartment is 68 sq metres, to Hong Kong’s micro flats as small as 18 sq metres, globally architects are used to getting creative with tight spaces – they must let as much light in and offer individuals and families the same...

How much to save for retirement – according to your lifestyle

Whether retirement is just around the corner, or decades away, one worrying truth remains the same – you’re probably not saving enough for it. Despite auto-enrolment pension reforms, which set up qualifying employees with a workplace pension and overall contributions of 8pc, most workers are still not saving enough for a comfortable retirement – an...

Scientists say humans should eat like a salmon to get essential nutrients

Scientists say humans should eat like a salmon to get essential nutrients - Directly eating more wild feed species could have health benefits, researchers suggest

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors - How to lower your stroke risk at every age

The ‘island of immortals’ where residents regularly live past 100

28 Icons of the 1970s

Fashion, film, and music would never be the same.

Capri pants are trending – here's how to style them

Five chic ways to wear pedal pushers

Make your CV stand out: 11 expert tips on how to write a good CV

Stand out for all the right reasons and (hopefully!) get that interview

I went solo travelling in my 60s - here's what it taught me

Eager to discover the real Italy, Lorna Jackson, 72, went on a three-month solo exploration. Speaking to GH, she shares the life lessons that she returned home with.

Forget lived-in balayage—Palm Beach blonde is the rich-looking hair trend I want

Palm Beach is the new mob wife aesthetic

Black and menopausal: 3 people share their experiences of this time of transition

'Menopause stories are often white-washed, drained of colour and texture'

Early death risk grows with just three ‘slightly unhealthy mid-life traits’

Just three “slightly unhealthy traits” in mid-life increase the risk of early death by a third, research suggests. The study found people carrying extra weight in their 40s and 50s who also had slightly raised blood pressure, cholesterol or blood sugar levels were also 35 per cent more likely to have a heart attack or stroke over the next three dec...

‘I spend less time self-sabotaging’: Robbie Williams and Joe Lycett on making art

Joe Lycett and Robbie Williams were brought together by Instagram. Last August, Williams posted a painting of a small, saintly looking child (not him), and captioned it with an account of how he had once made the mistake of reading the comments below a Mail Online piece. “It was hellish,” he wrote. “The person (me) they were describing was the most horrendous person that ever walked the planet. I was crestfallen.” At this point, Williams thought...

I never know what to do with my long hair, but since getting the 'concave cut' my daily styling routine has been so much easier

I'll never get 'just a trim' ever again

Madeira's capital Funchal offers a natural retreat on the city's doorstep

Be sure to add these stops to your itinerary.

7 easy ways to improve your home's curb appeal

If you want to make a great first impression, here are quick ways to upgrade your home’s curb appeal without breaking the bank.

I dreamed of travelling while working remotely — then it became my nightmare

The digital nomad lifestyle is not all it's cracked up to be.

Living in Faro, the Algarve: best areas, cost of living and advantages

Faro, the capital of Portugal's sunny Algarve region, attracts residents and tourists for its natural beauty, cultural heritage and enviable quality of life. This charming city, situated in the south of Portugal, offers a vibrant mix of tradition and modernity, making it a popular destination for those looking to live a quiet life by the sea.

New Research Says Waist to Height Ratio Is a Better Indicator of Health than BMI

A new study has shed light on another measurement that could be more beneficial

The Sloane Rangers ruled the ’80s and ’90s – and now a new generation is following their lead

Like a large volcano lying beneath Britain, the Sloanes never really go away. Sometimes they appear as a tame spout, at others as an irresistible flow destroying everything in their path. For some years they can appear to be dormant, but underestimate them at your peril. Already this year, seismologists are picking up unusual levels of activity. La...

Millennial Money: The evolution of retirement — and what it might mean for you

Millennial Money: The evolution of retirement — and what it might mean for you - Now that retirement spans more years than ever, you might need to rethink how you’re envisioning that stage of your life

Always struggle to get up in the morning? 9 failsafe tips for becoming a morning person and actually enjoying it

Rise and shine.

First-time buyers guide: starter flats from 350k to 400k in buzzy postcodes that won't break the bank

First-time buyers guide: starter flats from 350k to 400k in buzzy postcodes that won't break the bank - Finally in a position to enter the market? Your guide to the London hotspots that first-time buyers need to know

I lost two stone exercising for just 25 minutes a day – this is how I did it

As a surgeon, I have a full-on week. I used to work at a hospital that was 50 miles away and would have to be at work by around 7.45am and wouldn’t get home until around 8pm; plus, I have two daughters, aged nine and six, and life often feels like a mad rush. Luckily, I have since moved hospitals and now work closer to home, so my commute is shorte...

Don’t quit booze – just drink differently: 15 ways to change your life without trying all that hard

1. Don’t give up alcohol – experiment with drinking differently Dr Richard Piper, CEO of Alcohol Change UK The most important thing with alcohol is to get into a situation where you are happy with your drinking. I used to be a very heavy drinker: 60-90 units a week. I can’t tell you how life-changing cutting down has been. To me, life is in colour without drinking, whereas before it was very grey and drab. I would encourage a sense of...

A moment that changed me: I was divorced, broke and alone – but I turned my life around with a list

The silence in the flat was deafening. Having lost almost everything in my divorce, it was now just me in a basement studio flat with black mould. I had no TV, no sofa and the wifi wasn’t set up. I sat at a cheap folding table and made a list. Since my life was no longer going to be the way I had planned – marriage, kids, a dog, a late-Victorian terrace in a country town – I was going to try something else. I was going to do all the things on my...

I embraced this alternative lifestyle for the freedom - but I ended up trapped

I felt light and free. Until I didn't.

Working too many hours ‘is making us sick and poor’

Working too many hours ‘is making us sick and poor’ - ‘Our work now is making us sick and poor,’ professor says

Best petite summer dresses UK that we'll be wearing this year

Best petite summer dresses UK that we'll be wearing this year - Floaty frocks for those 5ft4 and under

5 healthy curry recipes you need to know

Spice lovers live longer - that's bona fide science.

‘After years of failed fad diets + workouts, I started lifting weights'

'At 43, it changed everything'

A fashion expert reveals her ageless style tips

It's time to look and feel amazing!

Seven rules of slowing down after 60 – and why you shouldn’t take it too easy

It’s 9pm and I’m out for dinner with the man I am dating and he’s yawning. Am I boring  him? The opposite, he says. He’s finding it hard to keep up. He’s 63, retired and complaining that he never sees me and he thinks I need to slow down. OK, I admit it, it’s been a busy January. I’ve recently set up a book festival, I’m writing a book myself and I...

8 colorful small living room ideas that will brighten, not overwhelm your space

These colorful small living room ideas are equally chic and cheery. Brighten up a dreary space with personality and expert-approved decor inspiration.

Early bedtimes are all the rage with young people – but are they feasible?

Early bedtimes are all the rage with young people – but are they feasible? - IN FOCUS: Nine o’clock is apparently the new preferred bedtime for twentysomethings prioritising shut-eye above all else. Between hectic work schedules, shoddy commutes, and the deadening cycle of life admin, what time does that leave for fun? asks Annabel Nugent

How to transition to grey hair with confidence

The smart way to embrace shades from slate to silver

Skin Solutions: Your definitive guide to rosacea

From triggers to treatments, the experts break down everything there is to know about the skin condition

23 backyard ideas and landscaping inspiration for a stunning outdoor space –in all seasons

From fire pits to vegetable gardens and hard landscaping tips, these backyard ideas will deliver year-round interest to create a cool, convivial spot.

'I'm a 51-year-old trans woman doing the London Marathon and 9-day Ride Across Britain'

'I'm treated like a woman everywhere, but at a race I'm put into a pen with a load of guys'

The healthy way to lose six kilos if you’re a man

It’s a figure as uncompromising as the average Briton’s: obesity is now costing the UK almost £100billion a year. Analysis from the Tony Blair Institute published last week described the “sick and impoverished nation” our excess weight is creating, amounting to four per cent of the GDP - that has seen an additional 6kg added to men’s waistlines ove...

Rishi Sunak forces through vote for total ban on smoking for those born after 2009

Rishi Sunak forces through vote for total ban on smoking for those born after 2009 - Business secretary Kemi Badenoch was among those who defied the prime minister’s call for his cabinet to back the plan

Eating breakfast at this time could reduce heart disease risk

A French study suggests that eating breakfast and supper an hour earlier may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This research emphasizes the importance of meal timing for cardiovascular health, according to The Telegraph. The study found that having breakfast at 8 am instead of 9 am decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by...

50 living room ideas: latest trends and easy decor updates

These living room ideas come with comfy surprises and modern flair, so you can relax and unwind in a revamped sitting room space.

‘How I eat a nutritious and enjoyable diet as an autistic person’

Research suggests that eating problems are common in autistic people, here’s how one writer overcame these barriers

US states where people live the longest

The experts: Cardiologists on 20 simple, successful steps to a healthy heart

Our hearts beat 100,000 times a day, but we tend not to worry about their maintenance unless there is a problem. What should we know about how to keep this vital organ pumping? Four cardiologists give their advice on how to keep our hearts healthy. Exercise is key “If you put exercise into a pill, it would probably be better than anything a doctor could give you to improve heart health,” says Prof Dan Augustine, a cardiologist at Royal United...

'90s Fashion Moments We Don't Miss

Remember the thin eyebrows trend?

6 thoughts and actions that only amplify anxiety and worry

Not to worry and be nervous is absolutely normal, albeit very unpleasant. But sometimes anxiety and concern can be so toxic that it hinders one's ability to carry on with daily activities. Our habits and thoughts can exacerbate the situation. Huffpost shares habits that intensify our anxiety and worry. Black-and-white thinking It is also known as "...

What is combination cholesterol therapy, as study suggests it could save lives?

What is combination cholesterol therapy, as study suggests it could save lives? - Researchers say thousands of lives could be changed every year.

Rise in autism cases: Are environmental factors partly to blame?

How to explain the rise in autism cases in industrialised countries in recent years? The neurodevelopmental disorder is partly hereditary, but the finger is also being pointed at pollution, although no causal link has yet been established. Scientists in southern France are currently investigating the role of environmental factors in autism by following 1,700 families over 10 years. It's a groundbreaking study in a country that lags behind in autism research and diagnosis. To mark World Autism Awareness Day, FRANCE 24 went to Montpellier to meet one of these families. Emerald Maxwell and Sophian Aubin report.