Interior Design

18 bathroom accessories to turn your restroom into a haven

From the fun to the functional.

Hair yesterday, gone today: why we are happily bald

As ever, Stuart Heritage provides the most reliably funny writing in the Guardian (Losing my hair made me miserable. Now I’m as bald as an egg, I couldn’t be happier, 16 April). However, unfortunately I think in this case Mr Heritage is still in denial of his true bald status, despite his conclusions. Let’s not beat about the bush here: I’m talking about compensatory facial hair syndrome (CFHS). Admittedly it’s mild compared with some...

The best blazers to shop now for Spring/Summer

Do you prefer a neutral blazer or a pop of colour?

8 rules from doctor to help avoid heart attack

It's better to prevent health problems than to treat them for a long time, especially when it comes to heart health. The best prevention for heart diseases includes a proper diet, regular physical activity, and avoiding harmful habits. Learn about the rules for a healthy lifestyle to prevent a heart attack, reports Express. Don't smoke Doctor Mike ...

USA vs UK: Which country has the better lifestyle?

After Douglas Carswell gave his experience of living in the US as a Brit, Telegraph readers took to the comments section to share their take on life in America. Readers, many of whom have lived in both the US and the UK, admired the lifestyle of Americans, including their healthcare system and career ambitions. Meanwhile, others praised the politen...

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

How to refresh a small living room — 5 easy tips designers swear by

Want to find out how to refresh a small living room? We've spoken with designers to find out how to give yours a new look, and picked out beautiful buys

‘I lost 11kg and halved my body fat’

As middle age crept up on me, I was increasingly tired, both mentally and physically. I wasn’t as sharp as I had been, and I didn’t feel on top of everything. I’d spent years trying to get fit but feeling too lethargic to commit to it properly. I would go running or mountain biking, but not that often, and always felt exhausted after a long session...

The intuitive self-care rituals that Bobbi Brown lives by

The make-up artist and entrepreneur on her personalised approach to wellness

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier -

Hyrox: the gruelling cult workout that's taken over London

Hyrox: the gruelling cult workout that's taken over London - Like CrossFit but much harder. Londoners have become addicted to Hyrox. William Hosie lunges, squats and sweats through his first session to find out why

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

‘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...

Makeup artist Bobbi Brown shares 4 easy tips for women over 40

Beauty tips for a busy life from a makeup pro.

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.

40 garden lighting ideas

Let these garden lighting ideas inspire your outdoor space upgrade, be it big or small – whether you're on a budget or have money to splurge.

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...

The Mindset That Helped This Guy Lose 43 Pounds in 13 Weeks

"Showing up consistently changed everything for me."

‘The model loved the departure from traditional portraiture’ – Kamzy Nuel’s best phone picture

When location scouting for this shoot, Kamzy Nuel was primarily hunting for colour. He settled on the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. “There are so many vibrant colours around, giving room to have as much as possible in the frame to work with,” the Nigerian photographer says. Hoping to “portray a fine blend of modernism and culture” in the styling, Nuel chose the red and yellow outfit for his muse, Kommie, a professional model....

I Cut Off My Afro Hair For The First Time - This Is What It’s Taught Me About My Identity

'The decision to cut my hair was ultimately born from a desire to reclaim autonomy'

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...

Unilever gives up on ‘saving the world’ after ‘virtue-signalling’ backlash

Unilever has abandoned efforts to “save the world” after a backlash from investors over “virtue-signalling” that included giving Hellmann’s mayonnaise a social purpose. The consumer goods giant, which owns Marmite, Dove, Magnum and Ben & Jerry’s, has watered down green targets and scrapped some diversity pledges after investors told it to focus mor...

Music entrepreneur who toured with Led Zeppelin is made an OBE

Music entrepreneur who toured with Led Zeppelin is made an OBE - Philip Dudderidge also worked as the house engineer for the famous Implosion Club concerts at London’s Roundhouse in the 1970s.

Is there a market for a £360 replica football shirt? One luxury brand thinks so

It is nearly the end of the season but fashion has other plans: earlier this month Swedish luxury fashion label Acne Studios launched a £360 mock football shirt. Even though it makes Nike’s £124 England tops seem like a bargain, it is close to sold out. Acne calls it an “appliquéd logo-print striped mesh T-shirt”, but to all intents and purposes it is a football shirt. It features the name of the label where a sponsor would be; a little white...

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.

How many healthy years do you have left? Use our tool to find out

By 2030, a baby girl born in the UK will have a life expectancy of 85.3 years and a baby boy, 82.5 years. These predictions, based on a study led by Imperial College London in collaboration with the World Health Organization, show a huge increase from the 46-year life expectancy of babies born in the early 1900s. We are, as the statistics show, liv...

These are the best vitamin C serums – according to dermatologists and beauty experts

Get ready to glow...

Roberto Cavalli, fashion designer nicknamed the ‘Leopard King’ who embodied 2000s bling – obituary

Roberto Cavalli, who has died aged 83, was the maximalist Italian fashion designer known as the “Leopard King”, who unleashed on the world his fever dream of exotic animal prints, skintight sandblasted jeans and gravity-defying dresses. Propelled to fame in the 1970s by the patronage of Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot, he went on to dress, in succ...

Eight habits could increase lifespan, study suggests

Eight habits could increase lifespan, study suggests - The lifestyle factors include being physically active, being free from opioid addiction, not smoking, managing stress, and having a good diet.

Thousands of years ago, people lived in a massive lava tube

A what?

Teasing children about weight increases risk of self-stigma as adults, study finds

Parents who tease their children about their weight are putting them at greater risk of feeling bad about their bodies decades later, regardless of whether they grow up to have obesity or not, a groundbreaking study has found. Thirteen-year-olds who felt pressure from family members to shed pounds and endured weight-based teasing showed higher levels of internalised weight stigma when they turned 31, according to research by the University of...

I can't function without this medication - now I have to ration it

I've been rationing my medication Elvanse since September.

17 best yoga and exercise mats for home workouts, as tested by WH's resident yogi

Stretch out in style, from just £11.99

The £6.49 rosé from Lidl that’s remarkably similar to one that’s 4-times the price

Don't you just love a good dupe?

Living with vitiligo: 'my makeup was a mask I used to face the world for 20 years'

Living with vitiligo: 'my makeup was a mask I used to face the world for 20 years' - Elj Abid wore makeup for two decades to hide his battle with vitiligo, a rare autoimmune skin condition. Before his wedding day he ditched the foundation and now uses his experiences to raise awareness

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

Palm Beach is the new mob wife aesthetic

Manly Pacific Hotel, Sydney: a wellness haven beside one of the world's best beaches

Manly Pacific Hotel, Sydney: a wellness haven beside one of the world's best beaches - The five-star coastal hangout has become the go-to hotel for visitors looking for a luxe spa break a short ferry-ride from Sydney’s CBD. Katie Strick checks in

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...

Review explains lesser-known yet vital components of the Mediterranean diet

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. The Mediterranean diet has gained immense popularity over the last decades because of its scientifically proven positive impact on human health. Many studies have been conducted to decipher this dietary pattern's health and environmental impact. In a review ...

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.

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

Sick notes: What are the rules Rishi Sunak wants to change?

Sick notes: What are the rules Rishi Sunak wants to change? - The prime minister said living on welfare benefits in the UK had become a ‘lifestyle choice’ for some

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...

"I debunk wellness misinformation for a living… So, why did I fall for it?"

Given my career, I thought I’d be the last person duped by rogue wellness influencers. And yet…

10 foods to avoid to help prevent IBS– explained by top nutritionists

If you struggle with stomach cramps and bloating, check with your doctor if cutting them from your diet could help

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 eating bananas daily can boost your well-being

Eating a banana daily can contribute significantly to a healthier diet, as most people don't consume the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables. According to registered dietitian nutritionist Lauren Manaker, incorporating bananas into your daily diet can be beneficial for getting necessary fruit servings, according to Country Living. Bananas...

Extra 700,000 people of working age ‘will live with major illnesses by 2040’

Analysis by the Health Foundation suggests 23% more working-age adults will be diagnosed with a major illness by 2040.

5 healthy curry recipes you need to know

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

When it comes to workout tops for women, we're super fussy - but these 10 come MCUK editor-approved

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