Experts Reveal the Pros and Cons of Using AI for Life Advice
As AI chatbots like ChatGPT become popular for personal guidance, experts warn of risks like bias and sycophancy. Discover how to use them effectively for goal-setting in 2026.
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JPMorgan's DIY Investment Platform Set for Q2 Launch
JPMorgan Personal Investing is preparing to launch its new DIY investment platform in Q2 2024, following the rebranding of its Nutmeg acquisition. Discover the bank's strategy to capture the UK's self-directed investor market.
From 'Cosmically Ungifted' to Competent: A Football Journey
After 15 years of loving but struggling with football, a journalist in her mid-30s hires a coach to see if she can finally improve. Discover the mental and physical hurdles of learning a sport as an adult.
Achievable 2026 Resolutions: Cinema, Style & Less Worry
Forget unrealistic goals. Embrace positive, attainable New Year's resolutions for 2026: watch more films in cinemas, dress with intention, and stop stressing over trivial matters.
Does 'Faking It Till You Make It' Really Work?
Explore the psychology behind the 'fake it till you make it' mantra. Can confidence be a performance? Read expert insights and real-life experiences.
Pleasure: The Surprising Key to Lasting Self-Improvement
Forget gruelling discipline. New research reveals that embracing pleasure is the most effective path to lasting personal growth and positive habit formation. Discover the science.
The Enduring Art and Joy of Sending Postcards
In an era of fleeting digital messages, sending a postcard remains a powerful act of tangible connection. Discover why this art form is experiencing a quiet renaissance and how it fosters community.
Cancel unused subscriptions to save £400 a year
New research reveals Britons waste millions on forgotten subscriptions. Our guide shows you how to audit your spending and claw back cash in 2024.
The Two-Word Mantra That Guided a Life: 'Never Weaken'
Author Tony Birch reveals how his grandmother's simple, powerful advice shaped his resilience. Discover the story behind the phrase that withstood tragedy and hardship. Read her inspiring true story.
Best Mindfulness Reads for Your Best Life in 2026
Discover the top mindfulness and self-help books for 2026, curated by Metro. From Mel Robbins to Dr Julie Smith, find your guide to a calmer, clearer year ahead.
9 Money Habits of the Wealthy You Can Copy
Discover the nine key financial strategies used by society's richest, from investing over saving to building multiple income streams. Learn how to adopt a wealth mindset today.
Brits £16k from financial security as savings struggle
New analysis shows UK adults need £40k for a safety net but average just £24k in savings. Experts urge stronger financial habits to close the gap.
Friction-Maxxing: Could Less Convenience Mean More Happiness?
A new trend called 'friction-maxxing' argues that modern conveniences like Uber Eats and ChatGPT are robbing us of satisfaction. Discover why some are choosing a life of happy inconvenience.
Business costs rise at fastest pace since May
New PMI data shows UK firms face soaring costs from wages and energy, squeezing growth. Discover the outlook for business confidence and inflation in 2026.
24-year-old saves £20,000 after financial turnaround
Genevieve Jones, 24, went from reckless spending to savvy investing, building a £20,000 portfolio. Discover her journey from stock-picking losses to passive ETF success.
Calculator: See How Fast You Can Reach Your 2026 Savings Goals
Use our interactive calculator to see how giving up small treats and harnessing compound interest at 4% can accelerate your savings for 2026. Discover 26 tools to sort your finances.
California's 'Drop' Tool Targets 500 Data Brokers
California's new 'Drop' platform lets 40 million residents request mass deletion of their personal data from 500 brokers. State claims it's a world-first tool for privacy control.
Guardian finance editor Tom Tickell dies aged 82
Tom Tickell, the Guardian's former personal finance editor and a dedicated mental health commissioner, has passed away at 82. Read about his remarkable career and life of public service.
Nine public figures on what they've given up for good
From smartphones to hangovers, discover what Rutger Bregman, Patrick Grant, Andi Oliver and six others have decided is no longer worth their time. A manifesto for reclaiming your life.
26 money tools and apps to sort your finances in 2026
From pensions to premium bonds, discover the top digital tools to save, budget, and boost your financial health in the new year. Start your 2026 money resolution today.
PT's 10 Top Home Gym Picks for UK Fitness
A certified personal trainer reveals the exact affordable, compact equipment she uses and recommends for building an effective home gym in the UK. No membership required.
Australia's privacy regulator targets estate agents in data sweep
Australia's privacy watchdog launches a compliance sweep targeting estate agents, pubs, and car dealers over personal data collection. Businesses face fines up to $66,000 for failing legal standards. Read the full investigation.
Couple's shower routine clash sparks hygiene debate
Audrey and Noah's relationship is tested by a cultural clash over showering techniques. She champions thorough exfoliation; he's a 'quick-shower guy'. You decide whose argument washes best.
How a £50 Monthly Investment Could Make You a Billionaire
A former City trader reveals his 'Crazy Plan' to build a £1bn portfolio. Discover how regular saving and investing could transform your financial future, even on a modest income.
Climate Crisis: Personal Stories of Loss and Resilience
From vanishing snow to dried-up trails, Guardian US readers reveal the deeply personal impacts of the climate crisis this year and their renewed commitment to protect our planet.
How 2025's New Year's Resolutions Reflect Modern Anxieties
An analysis of Guardian readers' 2025 resolutions reveals a collective shift towards security and control, mirroring broader societal anxieties. Discover what our pledges say about the current moment.
Cleared £30k Debt in London Hostel
Zahra Khozema paid off £30,000 debt while living in a Notting Hill hostel for £80 a week. Discover her unique London money-saving story and tips.
10 Budget Home Fitness Products for 2026 from a PT
A personal trainer shares 10 affordable US workout products to reboot your fitness routine in 2026, from stretching straps to suspension trainers. Start your year on fitter footing.
1p-a-day challenge saves you £650 by Christmas
Start a simple penny-a-day savings challenge on New Year's Day and you could have over £650 by next Christmas. We detail the monthly amounts and alternative methods.
Martin Lewis's 1p Challenge Could Save You £667
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis endorses the 1p daily savings challenge. Starting in January 2026, it can build a pot of £667.95 by year's end. Discover three easy methods to get started.
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