Expert Advice for a Sober and Enjoyable Christmas
A psychotherapist reveals how ditching alcohol can lead to a more meaningful and less stressful festive season. Learn how planning and realism can support your sobriety goals.
A psychotherapist reveals how ditching alcohol can lead to a more meaningful and less stressful festive season. Learn how planning and realism can support your sobriety goals.
Comedian Iain Lee reveals how the intense pressure of ITV's I'm A Celebrity led to a drug relapse after 13 years sober. He now works as a counsellor and calls for better mental health support on reality TV.
Discover how Parcel2Go is helping UK mothers get organised for the festive season with stress-free parcel sending and a 10% discount on international shipping. Make Christmas lighter and more manageable.
UK's independent brewers warn of closures and price rises if planned business rates changes proceed. They urge the Chancellor to protect the sector's future. Read more.
New Motability changes will remove suitable vehicles and scrap £300m in tax reliefs, hitting disabled users' independence. Critics call the policy 'deeply cynical'.
Discover the 70/30 parenting philosophy adopted by a former GLAMOUR editor. Learn how aiming for 'good enough' 70% of the time reduces burnout and creates a healthier, more realistic family dynamic for UK parents.
A decade-long struggle with reusable advent calendars reveals the impossible quest for fairness, festivity, and usefulness. Discover why one parent now starts planning in July.
The Bank of England plans to lower capital requirements for major UK lenders, aiming to boost loans to households and firms. Stress tests show top banks can withstand a severe downturn.
Cyclone Ditwah claims nearly 200 lives in Sri Lanka's deadliest natural disaster since 2017. Colombo submerged as international aid mobilises. Read the latest updates.
Explore the UK's rage room phenomenon where people pay to smash objects for stress relief. Experts debate whether this cathartic release actually helps mental health or fuels aggression.
At least 248 people have died and over 100 are missing after devastating floods and landslides hit Indonesia. Rescue efforts continue as authorities fear rising death toll.
Devastating floods and landslides across Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia have claimed over 350 lives as rescue operations continue. Learn how climate change is intensifying monsoon seasons.
Discover food writer Felicity Cloake's ingenious one-hour party plan for stress-free entertaining. Perfect recipes and tips for busy hosts wanting to impress guests effortlessly.
A London couple's coffee-making dispute reveals cultural divides over proper moka pot technique. Should grounds be compressed? You be the judge in this kitchen showdown.
Labour government introduces legislation to wipe 20% from student loans and raise repayment threshold. Discover how this cost-of-living measure affects millions.
Debenhams slashes £109 off a faux fur human dog bed praised for its comfort and stress relief. Discover this unique 'pet bed for humans' deal now.
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8%, driven by childcare and rent costs. Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags potential energy bill relief in upcoming budget update.
Discover why epidural pain relief sometimes fails during childbirth. Expert insights on placement issues, dosage problems, and timing myths for UK parents.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' inheritance tax changes could force thousands of family firms to sell up, risking 208,000 jobs. Learn how this impacts Britain's economic backbone.
Demand for rage rooms is surging across the UK, with 90% of customers being women. Discover why women are seeking cathartic release and explore the data behind the growing gender anger gap.
Discover why parent WhatsApp groups have become a relentless source of stress for UK families and learn how to reclaim your peace. Read the full story now.
Discover how one writer found a fun, free way to combat anxiety through spontaneous dancing at home. Learn the rules for 'dancing it out' to reclaim calm.
Discover why modern party hosting has become a source of anxiety and how the 'leastess' phenomenon is changing social dynamics. Learn to reclaim joyful entertaining.
Blue Cross warns of rising dog stress as workers leave pets home alone. Learn key stress signs and how to help your anxious dog. Protect your pet's wellbeing today.
Olympic champion Asafa Powell describes Hurricane Melissa's catastrophic impact on Jamaica as 'like a world war'. Discover the relief efforts and the staggering $8.8bn damage.
What's the one thing that always leaves you feeling calm and positive? The Guardian wants to hear your unique, simple methods for combating daily stress and overwhelm.
A parliamentary petition demanding double tax allowance for pensioners has reached 11,959 signatures, forcing government response. Campaigners warn frozen thresholds could tax state pensioners.
How a stress fracture forced runner Emma Pooley onto a bike, leading to Olympic silver, world championship gold and an unexpected love for cycling. Discover her inspiring transformation.
Yorkshire comedian Ian Smith transformed his career by ditching gimmicks for authentic storytelling about anxiety and fertility struggles. Discover his journey to success.
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke argues homework causes stress and should be scrapped. Discover why she believes home should be for relaxation, not work.