Christmas is around the corner and the gift-giving ritual is well underway, leaving many of us with much lighter pockets. But now, scientists have revealed the methods of manipulation that brands and retailers use to get us to keep spending our hard earned cash. In an article for The Conversation, Dr Paul Harrison, senior lecturer …

New Year’s resolutions have been around long enough that we all seem to stick to the same ones—hit the gym, lay off the candy, read more books, call your mother—regardless of whether we follow through with our intentions. While January 1 seems like the perfect time to start anew, exactly when people developed that mindset …

Life can never be too “ruff” with man’s (or woman’s!) best friend around. Aside from their sweet cuddles and slobbery kisses, research has shown that your pooch can improve your sleep quality and even help you live longer. So if you catch yourself grinning from ear to ear thanks to all the benefits you get …

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: Nothing beats the benefits you get from sleep. Everything from your mind to your mood gets a boost from a good night’s shuteye, and sneaking in a midday nap might even make you smarter. But despite the brain benefits from getting plenty of Zzz’s, there is …

The designer rumored to be the favorite to create Meghan Markle’s wedding dress has submitted her designs for a sexy, figure-hugging gown after an official request from the palace, the Daily Mail reports. While the British Royal Family typically go for more traditional, modest designs – such as Kate Middleton’s A-line dress, Inbal Dror’s designs …