Health

My mum was a barmaid. I was raised on Bacon Fries!

From 80s punk hangouts to celebrity hotspots to good old community boozers, readers reveal their much-loved locals

The best sleep masks in the US: I spent six weeks testing 24 masks, and these are my favorites

We tested popular eye mask brands like Manta and Cozy Earth – plus weighted, silk and other options – to find out which ones really help you get the best rest

FDA refuses to consider Moderna flu shot in move experts claim is part of ‘anti-vaccine agenda’

Experts say ‘they’re just coming up with reasons’ as agency says application lacked ‘adequate and well controlled’ trial

The eight best showerhead filters in the US for every budget and bathroom

Shower filters claim to help with the chlorine and chemicals in the tap water we rinse with – here are the ones we recommend

Two Britons among three dead after avalanche in French Alps

A skier from France is also killed with manslaughter investigation to be carried out by mountain rescue police

Wear shades in winter and follow the 20-20-20 rule: experts on 13 ways to look after your eyes

Everyone should get their eyes tested every two years, but there are other ways to optimise your vision, say ophthalmologists – and yes, eating carrots may help