Health

‘I don’t want to micromanage my body’: how the adjustable waistband became a way to regain control

Given the average British woman may change dress size more than 30 times in adult life, flexibility is one route to feeling at home in a fluctuating body. But that’s not all it’s good for

A moment that changed me: my parents sold my childhood home

It felt scary not to have ‘home’ to go back to. But it was also the start of something new: an experiment in multigenerational living and building a house with zero experience

Pork chops with citrus butter, and curd with amaretti and pear: Max Coen’s recipes for cooking with citrus

Citrus brings vibrancy and zing to savoury and sweet dishes alike

FDA Investigating Salmonella Outbreak Connected to Moringa Powder

February 17, 2026 / 4:42 PM EST / CBS News

‘Loaded’ water is hyped as a secret to hydration. But adding electrolytes is merely time down the drain

The average person does not need to be adding electrolytes to their water

Don’t toss it, fix it: nine easy DIY remedies for stuck zippers, wobbly chairs and more

Experts share repair tips to save money and extend the life of everyday essentials from clothes to furniture in minutes

Katherine Ryan has had a facelift at 42. Why do I feel betrayed?

I’m a fan of the comedian and her decision initially made me feel like a haggard loser. But famous women are not obliged to act according to other people’s wishes

A binge and a prayer: Italian monks told to avoid Netflix and social media

Prior of hermitage says digital technologies are designed to be addictive and present ‘challenge for monastic life’

American Kids Used to Eat Everything

Children in the 19th century happily consumed wild plants and organ meats. What happened?

‘Deliberate targeting of vital body parts’: X-rays taken after Iran protests expose extent of catastrophic injuries

Exclusive: Expert analysis of images from one hospital suggests severe trauma to the face, chest and genitals was caused by metal birdshot and high-calibre bullets

A Hymn to Life by Gisèle Pelicot review

Pelicot’s riveting account of her ordeal refuses to conform to any agenda but her own

‘Daunting but doable’: Europe urged to prepare for 3C of global heating

Advisory board member says Europe already paying price for lack of preparation but adapting is ‘not rocket science’