Life & Style

Daily plan: How to stay energised from 7am to 7pm
00:05 2018-01-09

Our levels of energy naturally rise and fall throughout the day, but stress, fluctuating hormones, not eating well or drinking enough, and even modern technology can all be a drain on the battery. Short, dark days at this time of year can sap the spirit further still. Follow this simple plan to put the vivacity …

Some simple ways to have a healthier mind this year
22:38 2018-01-08

We now spend almost eight hours a day consuming media. That’s eight hours every day scrolling through Instagram, WhatsApping our excuses to cancel on plans and reading terrifying news reports of potential nuclear war. It’s a stressful time to be alive. Which might be why people are more interested in improving their mental health than …

Acrobat plummets 40ft to ground and suffers serious head injuries when stunt goes wrong in front of horrified circus audience
19:43 2018-01-08

Onlookers screamed in terror as a female trapeze performer fell 40ft to the ground head-first at a packed circus in Belarus when a stunt went wrong. During the mobile phone footage, Yulia Tikaeva is seen to swing between two other performers before slipping. She continued flying through the air before falling and hitting the edge …

The 10 keys to happiness that are scientifically proven
18:08 2018-01-07

To create a happy January, we linked up with nonprofit, Action for Happiness, who do incredible work spreading the message of what really makes people happy in communities, schools and workplaces. Why not conduct your own personal happiness experiment, by trying out the AfH 10 keys to happier living, below. First, take the Action For …

This is where you should travel in 2018 according to your zodiac sign
10:10 2018-01-07

In the cold months of winter, it’s always nice to make holiday plans for the year ahead. But the big question is where to travel? To offer you some travel inspiration, Ampersand Travel has revealed the best holiday destinations according to your zodiac sign. Analysing the traits and interests of the 12 star signs, they …