Article archive for category "Life"

Monday 30 November 2009

• Pushy Hong Kong parents school 3-year-olds for 10 hours a day

Thursday 26 November 2009

• Germany's beloved currywurst, aged 60 and still going strong
• Venice's resident population keeps sinking
• Serbian village's charcoal burners happily in the black
• Young African uses micro loans to build two enterprises
• Nighttime revolution - 20 years of Berlin's unified nightclub scene

Thursday 19 November 2009

• Dog trainer takes the bite out of postman's job
• European leadership remains overwhelmingly male
• Fan's collection of 10,000 Asterix figures keeps growing
• Comb hair when it's dry, hair stylists recommend

Thursday 12 November 2009

• Solar trimaran to circumnavigate the world in 140 days
• Taboos and prohibitions: Homosexuals in Africa live dangerously
• Kathrin talks with her eyes - and a little help from a computer
• Women no less ambitious than men, Dutch study finds
• Preventing mould in your house
• Teaching kindergarten kids to play chess

Thursday 05 November 2009

• Dinner for a dental exam: Bartering for health services booms in US
• New electric bikeboard offers cool new way to cruise through the city
• Save your relationship by tango dancing
• Lifestyle News Roundup - November 5th
• Brunei's aristocrats call in German expert for a palace make-over

Sunday 01 November 2009

• PC addiction: when the computer becomes your kid's best friend

Thursday 29 October 2009

• Dressing for winter cycling
• Decorating for Halloween
• New trend in nutrition: 'Glocalization' instead of globalisation
• Final flourish for the superannuated light bulb
• Submarine bunker in France turned into venue for modern art

Thursday 22 October 2009

• Not everbody sees the humour in annual Halloween fright fest
• The revival of a watch-making tradition in eastern Germany
• Cultural interpreter opens minds about other religions, people
• Directing the chorus of twitters: Finding the relevant news
• First acting school in the Palestinian territories
• Body modification booming in Germany
• Rejuvenated or infantilized? - the debate over cross-over books

Thursday 15 October 2009

• Shop to the music: The importance of the right background sound
• Skin and hair care in winter
• Tiny Scottish island transforming into yoga centre
• Making music with game consoles
• Emperor of an invisible kingdom - Paris perfumer Fraysse
• Memory training with the waiters of Buenos Aires
• Millionairess Mindset founder Amy Applebaum shares key secrets, interview

Thursday 08 October 2009

• Grey nomads: Australia's roving retirees
• Argentine architect invents takeaway house
• Recreating the scent of old Vienna
• Manga fans gather to see and be seen

Thursday 01 October 2009

• Olive groves in Germany? Climate change may make it happen
• Horse of a different colour as locals contribute to public art
• A yacht for the kid who has everything
• Foul language just fine with Australians
• Hairstyle trends going back to the future

Thursday 24 September 2009

• Urban angling in Kiev - 'Traffic doesn't scare the fish'
• Successful visit to hairdresser includes thorough consultation
• Tango in Berlin: Dance until the police arrive
• Marrying on sequential dates still popular
• Get money back from the power company with an energy-plus house

Thursday 17 September 2009

• Life and work getting mixed up
• Environmental campaign urges Brazilians to pee in the shower
• Has fasting during Ramadan gone out of style?
• Beauty business thrives in Africa

Thursday 10 September 2009

• The trials and tribulations of a latter-day Roman legionnaire
• Pasta, pizza and parmesan still the pride of every Italian
• Battle of the coffee pots in two German towns
• Blog shows photos of calorie-laden foods
• How to make the bathroom more enticing

Thursday 03 September 2009

• Culinary gifts: Bring something from the garden or kitchen to a party
• Battle for viewers rages as Ramadan keeps Egyptians glued to TV
• Last child of communist East Germany is no girl from yesterday

Thursday 27 August 2009

• Out of work? Post your business card on the internet
• St Francis of Assisi's 'minor friars' still fighting for peace
• Why less is more in the bedroom
• Whatever they say, most people don't try to look good for themselves

Thursday 20 August 2009

• In the multifunctional living room, everything comes together
• Australians battle to be with their children
• 'Smart tipping' becomes Amsterdam's latest trend
• German firm produces historic fabrics for castles around the world
• In financial crisis, some turn to jewellery as an investment

Thursday 13 August 2009

• Australians talk about their text lives
• Heavy metal lightens hearts in northern German town
• Taiwan launches its first vegetable dispenser
• Dutch school tailors opening hours to parents' needs
• German family hits intelligence heights

Wednesday 12 August 2009

• Mohammed and Sara most popular names in Dutch big cities

Thursday 06 August 2009

• Domestic violence cuts both ways in Australia
• Outdoor kitchens make cooking al fresco a thing of pleasure
• Front hallway should give hint of home's character
• A peek inside Germany's last women-only swimming pool

Thursday 30 July 2009

• Consumers should be cautious with their personal data
• Urban adventure on Seoul's metro
• Light summer drinks add sparkle to garden parties
• Every woman needs several different types of hair brushes
• Variety is the spice of life for joggers
• The right equipment for the cycling season

Thursday 23 July 2009

• The many uses of the rose in cosmetics
• Cool in the shade: The best sun brollies for balcony and garden
• From Black Sea to Rhine, Turkey's whirling kolbasti dancers dazzle

Thursday 16 July 2009

• Cultivating a happy work life
• EU regulates use of nano particles in cosmetics

Thursday 09 July 2009

• Tom, Dick or Hariri: unfamiliar names miss out on Australia's jobs
• Sustainable sofas herald the green furniture wave
• Music while jogging: tips on buying the best MP3 player
• Fluffy and Fido fly - new US airline for pets

Thursday 02 July 2009

• Real men prefer the girl next door
• Hey presto! - Instant Polaroid photography set for a comeback
• Difficult to compare breathability of outdoor jackets
• Finger dexterity helps when putting on hair styling products

Thursday 25 June 2009

• Preparation can protect your house and belongings from lightning
• Fight snails with sawdust and lime
• Emo scene, androgyny booming among teens
• Avoid showering immediately after a manicure or pedicure
• What you were born to be

Thursday 18 June 2009

• New hair dryers promise more than hot air
• Yes, you can wear that purple tie to work
• Pack outfits with common colours to be well-dressed on vacation
• Big difference in running shoes
• Iron will and good health key to giving up cigarettes
• Men encouraged to be courageous when selecting shirt colours

Thursday 11 June 2009

• Good pots and pans can make your kitchen more energy efficient
• Sparing a thought for sacked executives
• Poor conditions for Aborigines in Australia's Alice Springs
• New weather-proof materials for garden furniture
• Updated recliners are designed to appeal to younger buyers
• Kids' phone watchdog barks for parents

Thursday 04 June 2009

• The sweatshirt makes a comeback
• Blisters: the right footwear can make all the difference
• Remove mould with alcohol instead of disinfecting liquids
• Eyeglasses with ambitious look are in style
• Three houseplants that help clean indoor air
• Shaded windows can prevent uncomfortable hot summer nights

Thursday 28 May 2009

• Apartments with plant patterns have a more natural feel
• Electric shavers vie for customers with cutting-edge technology
• Germans see herbal liqueur as oldsters' drink
• Perfect swimwear for summer keeps imperfections under wraps
• It's worth nagging your children

Thursday 21 May 2009

• No flowers, please - Australian has them covered
• Kitchens making a comeback as the heart of the home
• LEDs become lighting designers' favourite playthings
• Business lunch etiquette is important
• Music festival season: some survival tips
• For makeup masterpieces, the right brushes are crucial

Thursday 14 May 2009

• Summer patterns popular among home textile designers
• Go 'green' on your wedding day
• Taking the scissors to fashion
• In Australia, life's not really a beach
• Vinyl records spin back into vogue
• Consumer values are changing, study finds

Saturday 09 May 2009

• In photos: 'Lebanon Fashion Show'

Thursday 07 May 2009

• Chilean is first transsexual on women's tennis circuit in 30 years
• The perfect wedding day - tips for the bride and groom
• Crime more of a lifestyle choice
• No easy cure for cellulite

Friday 01 May 2009

• In photos: 'Australian Fashion Week May 1st'

Thursday 30 April 2009

• Australia takes tough line on female circumcision
• Quest for a firm, trim physique knows no age limits
• Light, red wines from cool climates are trendy this year
• Out they go, jobs good and bad
• Teenagers suffer under limitations imposed by cultural traditions

Wednesday 29 April 2009

• In photos: 'Australian Fashion Week'

Thursday 23 April 2009

• Dieting with pleasure? Testing a metabolic programme
• Garden furniture takes on new dimensions
• Net surfing same as looking out the office window
• Learning to scull is like learning to dance
• Five rules for checking dangerous moles

Thursday 16 April 2009

• Australian tots to get career advice
• Choose exercise over creams in fight against cellulite
• Men should shave on an empty stomach
• For smoother hair, blow dryer is better than hair straightener
• How mongrel is that doggy in the window?

Thursday 09 April 2009

• Starting school: Study shows it doesn't matter when
• Pinks are in this season, but apply carefully
• Survey: One in 10 Germans want to live forever
• Professional shoppers help men define their style
• Dangerous cocktails: Trying to build muscle using pills and powder
• Swedish district court rules against 'affirmative action'

Thursday 02 April 2009

• Big Brother gets smarter by the day
• Finland to review driving licence system
• Sunglass styles for summer 2009: Flashy and extra large
• Few 'plane truths' when it comes to airline child safety seats
• Designers house all multimedia in one piece of furniture

Sunday 29 March 2009

• USA Character Project: Photographer Eric Ogden interview

Thursday 26 March 2009

• Pets in United States becoming victims of economic crisis
• Artificial fingernails can cause fungal infection
• How to create living space in all rooms of a home
• Summer mountain boarding pistes gaining in popularity

Thursday 19 March 2009

• Nightmare for macho motorists: female-only traffic force
• Japan's railway companies try to keep passengers' manners on track
• Some Australians feel good about bad times

Monday 16 March 2009

• In photos: 'Day 3 at Lisbon Fashion Week'

Saturday 14 March 2009

• In photos: 'Lisbon Fashion Week Winter 2010 - Day 1'
• In photos: 'Jose Antonio Tenente Collection at Lisbon Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Miguel Vieira Collection Runway at Lisbon Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Backstage at Charles de Castelbajac's Ready to Wear at Paris Fashion Week'

Thursday 12 March 2009

• Individual greetings make better impression
• Free internet access lures more and more South Koreans to Starbucks
• New work spaces for the home make your desk disappear
• Bauhaus turns 90: Classic editions planned for birthday

Monday 09 March 2009

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week'

Thursday 05 March 2009

• Two men, one dance - passion in Buenos Aires
• Buckle your seatbelts for a bumpy ride through the recession
• Old pianos help forge closer ties between Ireland and Cuba
• Enhancing genitals is the latest cosmetic surgery trend
• Women can expect new-look suits, trouser suits in summer
• Hikers should not overdo it in winter

Sunday 01 March 2009

• USA Network Character Award recipient, designer Jennifer Siegal interview
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week'

Saturday 28 February 2009

• In photos: 'House of Blue Eyes Runway at London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2009'

Thursday 26 February 2009

• EU declares war on the online bullies
• EU declares war on the online bullies
• Most women have little interest in fitness, survey finds
• Employers must take steps against mobbing

Sunday 22 February 2009

• Car trip with the dog? Toyota has solved a big problem for you

Saturday 21 February 2009

• Missing Florida girl sparks discussion: How to abduction-proof your home
• In photos: 'Oscar de la Renta Runway at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Tracy Reese Runway at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week'

Friday 20 February 2009

• In photos: 'Esthetica/Noir and Caroline Charles Runway at London Fashion Week'

Thursday 19 February 2009

• In photos: 'G-Star Runway at US Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Diesel Black Gold 2009 Fall fashion show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Miss Sixty 2009 Fall Fashion Show/Collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Barbie fashion show at the Mercedes Benz NY Fashion Week'
• Too much telly in youth may lead to depression, US study finds
• Modular sofas give a room more versatility
• Gold, platinum blond hair colour is 'in' but difficult to achieve
• Half litre water before eating curbs appetite
• Trust your instinct when tasting wine

Wednesday 18 February 2009

• In photos: 'Carolina Herrera Runway at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2009'

Tuesday 17 February 2009

• In photos: 'Diane Von Furstenberg Runway at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2009'

Monday 16 February 2009

• In photos: 'USA Mercedes-Benz Fall 2009 February 15th'

Saturday 14 February 2009

• Death threats, delusions and diapers: Octomom faces wrath of taxpayers

Thursday 12 February 2009

• Furniture makers turn to leather as price drops
• Talking toilets and polite coffee machines make life easy in Japan
• New trends for exotic teas boosts market
• In photos: 'Chocolate Fashion in Greece'

Thursday 05 February 2009

• Life, increasingly, not what it seems
• New furniture styles show flexibility
• Creeping addiction to gambling can start in the corner pub
• Dutch develop Obama flower
• Avoiding firm appointments on the rise in 21st century

Thursday 29 January 2009

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2009 Basilsoda Backstage'
• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week - Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2009 Christophe Josse Backstage'
• Debate flares over costly rescues for solo seafarers
• Design classics available on the internet are often knockoffs
• Clean with a passion to keep boredom at bay, housekeepers advise
• Cyberstalking on the increase, experts say
• Guanajuato's 'Olympic kiss': the city calls for order

Thursday 22 January 2009

• Bike helmets keep Australians off the road
• Germans have unique relationship with forests
• How to shine on your wedding day
• Save on wedding costs by renting the dress, making invitations
• New styles turn brides into dancers on their own stage

Monday 19 January 2009

• In photos: 'Autumn-Winter 2009-2010 men's fashion show in Milan'

Saturday 17 January 2009

• In photos: 'Milan Men's Fashion'

Thursday 15 January 2009

• Lifestyle trends Hiking club begins trek through Germany
• Sarkozy couple reach new heights, as stars of comic books
• Art auction houses keep up hopes despite global downturn
• Matching clothes for couples a fashion faux pas
• Farmers in Australia loathe to park the plough

Tuesday 13 January 2009

• Caylee Anthony's autopsy photos controversy

Thursday 08 January 2009

• Farewell to finger food as cutlery reappears at private parties
• Functionality, ergonomics key to a comfortable home office
• Sharing a room with your sibling can be nerve-wracking
• North Koreans hooked on South Korean-made film and TV drama DVDs
• Shoes need special care in wet and murky weather

Thursday 01 January 2009

• Old German tradition of inebriating bin men dying out
• Children's literature in US: From mean Democrats to gay penguins
• That three-course dinner need not be a recipe for stress
• To text or not to text? How short messages have changed flirting

Thursday 25 December 2008

• Lifestyle trends Parkas make a comeback in Paris fashion
• Take snow glasses along when buying a ski helmet
• Senior citizens avoiding playgrounds for over-60s; study finds
• German women better than men at assembling IKEA furniture

Thursday 18 December 2008

• Sounds idyllic, but lighthouse innkeeper job comes with challenges
• Lying on your side promotes healthy sleep
• Nebraska quickly revises law meant to protect babies
• Get the facts before considering permanent make-up

Sunday 14 December 2008

• In photos: 'Poland Lublin Fashion Show'

Thursday 11 December 2008

• Tanning in a solarium provides no protection against sunburn
• Friendly Japanese robots help with the shopping
• Prefab mobile homes for modern-day nomads seek foothold
• New jewellery trends feature glistening stones and reddish gold
• Australia rules your genes are sacred

Sunday 07 December 2008

• In photos: 'Sri Lanka Fashion'

Thursday 04 December 2008

• Light switches get a makeover after years in the design doldrums
• Low-energy houses help Austrians to stop sending money up in smoke
• Natural cosmetics also can cause irritation and allergic reactions
• Rose blends into watch metal colour this Christmas
• Majority of young adults shave legs and armpits
• Sweet charity? Billionaire can't spare a dime

Thursday 27 November 2008

• Families resolve conflicts on therapist's couch
• Gift selection, presentation can be as important as gift itself
• Being idols takes more than just looks in Japan

Monday 24 November 2008

• Swiss go crazy about onions at Bern festival

Thursday 20 November 2008

• Asian blossoms set trend in autumn and winter fragrances
• Pac-Man and Donkey Kong return to Parisian bars
• US men take aim at facial wrinkles
• Christmas celebrations may vary, but family remains the anchor
• Meditation and yoga prescribed for Wall Street brokers
• Quest to look ever younger only causes stress

Wednesday 19 November 2008

• Money makes you happy - but it's not the only factor, says EU survey

Monday 17 November 2008

• In photos: 'Ed Hardy Intimates Fashion Show'
• In photos: 'THREAD Show Miami & Unzipped at SOHO Studios'

Thursday 13 November 2008

• Good design makes all the difference
• More than just grey: concrete furniture makes itself at home
• Museum in Amsterdam show history of the evening purse
• Laughter as medicine: How it helps people lead healthier lives
• Beach games and evening shows: tour operators seek holiday reps
• Combine pots, decorative pebbles to create garden on a windowsill

Thursday 06 November 2008

• In photos: 'Brazil Fashion Claro Rio Summer'
• No country for single women - shortage of men in New Zealand
• German-inspired mothers' centre in Argentina encourages self-help
• Light helps beat the winter blues
• Pregnant pets and pregnant women have same needs

Tuesday 04 November 2008

• In photos: 'Russia Fashion Week 2008'

Thursday 30 October 2008

• Economic forecast: Don't covet, be happy
• Simply delicious: Winter brings makeup in chocolate and coffee tones
• Berlin's young fashion scene is sizzling and creative
• Oversized-baubles especially stylish this season
• Winter sports fashion celebrates colour
• Christmas decorations mix modern with traditional to cater to young

Wednesday 29 October 2008

• In photos: 'Russia Fashion Week'

Thursday 23 October 2008

• “Madagascar! At The Bronx Zoo” contest announced
• Don't bet on a recession in sport
• Booming kids clothing market traced to moms demand for style
• Australians wake up to lost sleep
• Skiing helmets are back in fashion
• Eyeliner pencil too hard? Blow on it or hold it over a flame
• Puppies help kids shed puppy fat

Wednesday 22 October 2008

• In photos: 'South Korea Fashion'

Thursday 16 October 2008

• In photos: 'Ukrainian Fashion Week'
• From chic to shrill: Brussels and its colourful fashion scene
• Wanted: Sponsorship for gay Australian athlete
• More than half of Greeks say cancer 'unavoidable'
• New 'working poor' in United States cannot make ends meet
• Choosing the right footwear for hiking

Thursday 09 October 2008

• In photos: 'UAE-Dubai Fashion Week 2008'
• Older Australians told to move on
• A good cut and grooming can make hair look fuller
• Uncork the holy wine to celebrate the cantucci's 150th anniversary
• Yoga apparel follows fashion trends
• Australians urged to talk about suicide
• Commitment to healthy eating a must after weight loss

Tuesday 07 October 2008

• In photos: 'Jean-Charles De Castelbajac Runway During Paris Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Backstage at Jean-Charles De Castelbajac show - Paris Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week - Spring/Summer '09 - Chanel Show and Arrivals'
• In photos: 'Backstage at Guy Laroche show - Paris Fashion Week'
• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week - Spring/Summer '09 - Leonard - Backstage'

Sunday 05 October 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Ready to Wear Spring Summer 2009'

Friday 03 October 2008

• In photos: 'Gen Art's 6th Annual Fresh Faces in Fashion'

Thursday 02 October 2008

• Handicrafts culture gets unexpected internet boost
• Check out fitness equipment thoroughly when considering a gym
• Home office gains in importance
• Self-harm the scourge of teenage girls
• British buttons: Chesterfield style is back
• Free hug man moves on to kidneys

Monday 29 September 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week'
• More magazine 2nd annual Reinvention Convention for women, October 6

Thursday 25 September 2008

• Australian prisons not all that bad
• Relaxation made easy - tips for wellness vacationers
• Ajvar, tursija and sour cabbage - Serbia's winter delights
• Retro trend reaches realm of bicycle design
• Masters of the universe not all graduates
• Out with the kid's corner and in with the cool room

Wednesday 24 September 2008

• Mega-pyramid planned as global grave in Germany

Sunday 21 September 2008

• In photos: 'India Couture Week in Mumbai'

Saturday 20 September 2008

• In photos: 'Italy Milan Fashion Week'

Friday 19 September 2008

• Grand Canyon National Park gets help from Toyota

Thursday 18 September 2008

• In photos: 'London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2009 - Amanda Wakeley Catwalk Show'
• In photos: 'London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2009 - Eley Kishimoto Catwalk Show'
• In photos: 'London Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2009 - Christopher Kane Catwalk Show'
• Irish parents count the high cost of back-to-school
• Social networking, scheduling help beat university stress
• Trying on clothes in a magic mirror

Sunday 14 September 2008

• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009 - Baby Phat - Runway'

Friday 12 September 2008

• Real Men know how to seduce a woman in three easy steps

Thursday 11 September 2008

• Sydney no gay and lesbian nirvana
• Aroma of food and external factors can influence taste
• Higher heels the trend in women's footwear this autumn and winter
• Aspiration segregates the sexes in Australia
• New vases are pretty with or without flowers
• Surfing in Cuba: riding waves and misunderstanding

Wednesday 10 September 2008

• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009 - Mel B With Ultimo Spring Summer 09 - Front Row & Runway'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009 - Diane Von Furstenberg Show - Runway'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009 - Herve Leger - Runway'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009 - Miss Sixty Fashion Show - Runway'

Monday 08 September 2008

• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2009'

Thursday 04 September 2008

• Male driving habits die hard
• Amid Berlin's bustle, Protestant cloister an oasis of calm
• Flash cats get the cream of fish
• Redecorating your home at little cost and effort
• Social networking is best mind training
• Hi-tech, eco or both? New fashion collections grapple with zeitgeist

Thursday 28 August 2008

• Tango dancers with Down's Syndrome overcome Argentine prejudice
• Wurst-case scenario for dachshunds as German enthusiasm fades
• 'I was a plastic bottle' - outdoor wear industry discovers recycling
• 'Nature' is now hip, say marketing experts

Thursday 21 August 2008

• Home delivery in New York's MoMA
• Aussie baristas take sweet revenge
• Children need to develop a sense for when they are full
• Meditation helps people find inner serenity
• When it comes to fashion, dressing entirely in denim is not alright

Saturday 16 August 2008

• A safer alternative to mass-market moisturizers, go organic

Thursday 14 August 2008

• What do ringtones say about a person?
• Finally! The 'convertible' shoe that morphs into a sandal
• No party dishes? Try using a cabbage leaf to serve appetizers
• Cork makers whine over brown screw-tops
• Daughters influence their mother's dress style
• New technology increasingly used in home beauty treatments

Monday 11 August 2008

• Learning is cooler with Scholastic Study Jams!
• Win a 1 year subscription to Scholastic StudyJams!

Thursday 07 August 2008

• Americans decreasing their drinking, according to new research
• Little emperors still the go in Australia
• Can this really be the way to make a purr-fect cup of coffee?
• Keep fit and watch TV at the same time
• Having friends is especially important to women
• Plastic, wood and slated prints to become trendy in 2009

Tuesday 05 August 2008

• Flying stinks; how to deal and keep your sanity

Saturday 02 August 2008

• Organic skincare products take over supermarkets

Thursday 31 July 2008

• Pets top children's wish list
• Hiking free of aches and pains takes good preparation
• German teenagers follow trend towards binge drinking
• Therapeutic help now available for pathological shopping addicts

Tuesday 29 July 2008

• Lobster lovers take note: Back away from the Tomalley!

Thursday 24 July 2008

• Australian helps politics move online
• Long-sleeves make suitable summer office look
• Flea markets tout furniture with character
• Make-up tips for women spectacle wearers
• Garden parties gain popularity in Germany

Tuesday 22 July 2008

• Beat the heat with the Wildlife of Madagascar at the Bronx Zoo

Monday 21 July 2008

• Naked City NYC: Nude Yoga and more for Gothamites

Sunday 20 July 2008

• CDC fat report: South, Midwest need to lighten up
• Starbucks' complete list of closing shops in US

Saturday 19 July 2008

• All tomatoes okay to eat, say Federal officials

Thursday 17 July 2008

• US accent puts Strine under stress
• Backpacks, jackets take more feminine form
• Many plastic clogs have alarming amounts of chemical substances
• Club drug 'liquid ecstasy' can kill
• Australians lap up the pain

Thursday 10 July 2008

• Tattoos can be removed
• Vienna's 'krocha' trend picks up steam
• Light and quiet: Tips for buying a hair dryer
• Hat tricks to match jeans and shirts
• Summer drinks go fruity

Friday 04 July 2008

• New study reveals the best sunscreens to buy

Thursday 03 July 2008

• Quit smoking - and the state pays for your shopping, except the fags
• Smokers face more and more anti-smoking restrictions in Japan
• Current floral patterns must be properly combined
• In photos: 'Valentino Autumn/Winter 2008-2009 Haute Couture'

Monday 30 June 2008

• In photos: 'Haute Couture - Stephane Rolland 2008-2009 Fall-Winter'

Thursday 26 June 2008

• Beware of summer style sins: Hair, sweat and naked skin
• Thong-style sandals must fit properly
• Broad-shouldered women have harder time finding summer dresses
• Buyers of medicines on the internet should beware

Wednesday 25 June 2008

• Whirling skyscraper plans unveiled in New York

Sunday 22 June 2008

• In photos: 'Italy Milan Fashion Week June 22nd'

Thursday 19 June 2008

• Volunteer work camps can beat summer holidays on the beach
• Fewer Australians putting their feet up
• Nutritious food can help prevent bags under the eyes
• Jewellery comes in bright colours this summer
• Hiking vacationers make demands for services

Thursday 12 June 2008

• Girls fare better in maths in countries where women are more equal
• French wine makers resurrect the lowly table wine
• Choose sunglasses that protect eyes from UV light
• Show your bikini figure - on beach and stroll through town
• Brighten up your home with flowers and plants this summer

Thursday 05 June 2008

• IVs provide quick fix for harried Tokyo office workers
• Choosing a lucky date to wed can be costly and stressful
• The art of perfume-making in the world's 'perfume capital'
• Women join the ranks of computer gamers and branch out
• Spikes or flats - the great footwear decision faced by Georgian women
• Official M&C new 'Dew' taste test, Supernova wins the soda competition

Friday 30 May 2008

• In photos: 'Bridal Week-Novia Espana in Barcelona'

Thursday 29 May 2008

• Nothing to fear but fear itself
• Mexico City youths have a state school of rock
• Fun shopping gains popularity among Dutch nationals
• Once roughly hewn, eco-furniture now a cut above
• Fear of administering first aid usually groundless
• Milan Furniture Fair 2008 puts spotlight on sustainability

Thursday 22 May 2008

• Alcohol isn't harmful in moderation, but it's not a health food
• Blond hair colour should match complexion and personality
• New hair colour products provide greater range of options
• Men's facial creams designed to moisturize

Wednesday 21 May 2008

• In photos: 'Cartier at Cannes'

Thursday 15 May 2008

• Online speed dating helps people pair up with a click
• TV gives Australia's flying doctors global glamour
• Nearly half of all Cypriots are overweight, study finds
• Majority of Austrian children cannot distinguish tastes, study says
• The eco-friendly tent is here for revellers with a conscience
• Beige and brown favourites for Germans' living room walls

Thursday 08 May 2008

• Acrylic materials make comeback at Milan furniture trade show
• Sitting near a stranger might be start of friendship
• What to look for when buying in-line skating equipment
• Longer days lift spirits, while shorter skirts bring on the flirt

Thursday 01 May 2008

• Rope and knot basics: getting started in rock climbing
• Natural aromas best for sauna visits
• Misrepresentations in cosmetics: Eye cream is a waste of money
• Concern about environment enters world of home furnishings
• Trends in kitchens include islands and cabinets that open with a tap

Thursday 24 April 2008

• Smoky eye make-up is not for young women
• High mileage, bodywork reasonable, one careless owner
• When trying to get fit, start slowly and praise yourself
• The ABC of snorkelling: equipment for beginner divers

Tuesday 22 April 2008

• In photos: 'Alternative Fashion Week 2008 Presented by Alternative Arts - Day 1'

Thursday 17 April 2008

• E-mail to God: Americans practice their religion on the internet
• Greeks eating more and more red meat
• Fend off pushy offers of drink with nice response
• Start spring with beautiful legs and feet
• Be as beautiful as Cleopatra: Mineral make-up is 'new' cosmetic trend

Tuesday 15 April 2008

• In photos: '10th Annual Miami Fashion Week - Arrivals and Runway'

Thursday 10 April 2008

• In photos: 'Japan Doctor Fish'
• In photos: 'Autumn-Winter 2008 Fashion Mexico'
• 'Coffee mania' floods Kiev
• German winemakers eye bigger Vietnam market share
• Cycling gets a power boost from pedelec, e-bike trend
• Cover redness with green, red's opposite on the colour chart
• Meditation can help create compassion, study finds

Sunday 06 April 2008

• In photos: 'Poland Fashion Awards'

Thursday 03 April 2008

• German women want both family and career
• New 'Ice Age' is drug scourge of New Zealand,
• Homeopathy and acupuncture for your dog? 
• More and more South Korean women date younger men
• Departing Brits make a beeline for Australia
• Japanese 'sushi police' decide to lighten up

Monday 31 March 2008

• In photos: 'India Fashion Week'

Thursday 27 March 2008

• Out of love, out of home
• Not tea for two, just one for tea
• Making a small apartment look big
• How the digital world is changing behavioural norms
• Turned up jeans raise length question
• More and more men buy personal care products themselves

Thursday 20 March 2008

• In photos: 'Bangkok International Fashion Week 2008'
• Sweet fruit and flowers are basis of summer fragrance trends
• Making the most of your work and travel experience
• Dutch quality newspaper introduces e-reader subscription
• Most Germans relax by listening to music and reading

Thursday 13 March 2008

• A lifestyle hard to break when crime runs in the family
• Men's underpants flirt with colour
• New china bathes tables in colour
• Keyless entry: I've got you under my skin
• Lift your spirits with trendy green candles

Wednesday 12 March 2008

• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fall 2008 Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios - Nicholai Front Row'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fall 2008 Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios - Veronika Jeanvie - Front Row'

Tuesday 11 March 2008

• Prague eatery gets first Michelin star in ex-Soviet bloc
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fall 2008 Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios - Imasu - Front Row'
• In photos: 'Julia Clancey - Mercedes-Benz Fall 2008 Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios - Backstage'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fall 2008 Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios - Whitley Kros - Backstage'

Thursday 06 March 2008

• Gourmet accessories popular among cooking aficionados
• What makes a good poker player? Patience and willingness to learn
• Newcomers to poker often place too much faith in bluffing
• Handbags for men are fashionable but clumsy

Wednesday 05 March 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-2009 - Chanel - Runway'

Friday 29 February 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week Ready to Wear - Feb 28-29'

Thursday 28 February 2008

• Dutch nudists get their own fair
• Sex, drugs, rock 'n' roll and unfair dismissal
• Mix and match element to new make-up this spring
• Japanese monk sings rap to bring Buddhism to young audience
• German advertisers fish for customers with 'retrospeak'
• Knitting is the new yoga

Wednesday 27 February 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week Ready to Wear'

Sunday 24 February 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week Ready to Wear'

Friday 22 February 2008

• In photos: 'Italy Milan Fashion Week'

Thursday 21 February 2008

• Muslims speak up about domestic violence
• Tips for new collectors of antique furniture
• Cushions and stools take on new roles in living room
• Majority of Greek teens own mobile phone
• Microchips for dogs to become mandatory in Seoul
• Is your NetRep spoiling your job chances

Tuesday 19 February 2008

• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Frankie Morello'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Kristina Ti - Runway'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Enrico Coveri - Runway'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Blugirl - Runway'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Gaetano Navarra'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Rocco Barocco - Runway'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Roberta Scarpa - Runway'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Elena Miro - Runway'
• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Simonetta Ravizza - Runway'
• In photos: ' London Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Julien MacDonald Show - Runway'
• In photos: '2008 American International Toy Fair - Day 1'

Sunday 17 February 2008

• In photos: 'London Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Maki Aminaka and Marcus Wilmont Catwalk Show'

Friday 15 February 2008

• Go Red with Campbell Soup and win a Prize Pack!

Thursday 14 February 2008

• Valentine's Day chocolates - product of slave labour?
• Plastic surgery on the increase among young in Greece
• Men encouraged to attach poem to Valentine flowers
• Organic fashion grows in popularity
• 'Pay what you think it's worth' scheme pays off in Germany
• How to clean ski clothes: Start by reading the label

Tuesday 12 February 2008

• In photos: 'London Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Jaeger'

Monday 11 February 2008

• In photos: ' London Fashion Week Fall-Winter 2008-09 - Topshop Unique'
• In photos: 'London Fashion Week Winter 2008 - Feb 10'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2008 - Marc Jacobs - Runway'

Thursday 07 February 2008

• In photos: 'New York Fashion Week'
• The bubbles of Brussels
• Testing times for would-be Australians
• A lighthouse or cavern - unusual wedding venues
• Sending gifts via text message helps break down social barriers

Sunday 03 February 2008

• In photos: 'Fall Mercedes-Benz fashion week New York - Runway'
• In photos: 'Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2008 - The Heart Truth Red Dress - Runway'

Saturday 02 February 2008

• Swedish amateur prospectors looking for berries strike gold

Thursday 31 January 2008

• Honesty can be overdone, endangering a relationship
• The long trudge downhill - ski theft becomes major vacation wrecker
• Women driving car sales in South Korea
• Luxury brand sales boom in Japan despite financial woes
• Infrequent perfume users should buy it in small quantities
• Mardi Gras is more than just a party in New Orleans
• Smokers rule OK at German carnival
• Mobile phones go wild with sparkling makeup in Japan

Wednesday 30 January 2008

• In photos: 'Rome Fashion Week January 30'
• Ten most dangerous traveller destinations in the world

Tuesday 29 January 2008

• In photos: 'Rome Fashion Week - 28 January'

Thursday 24 January 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week - 24 January'
• In photos: '2008 Paris Defile Haute Couture Spring/Summer Fashion Week Backstage'
• Income governs the taps in Australia
• Minute make-up - beauty tips for hectic days
• Japan's eco-friendly toilets to make international debut
• Lifestyle tips Women's wear: Vibrant colours, bold prints are popular this season
• Talking about 'the ex' is delicate, even among friends
• Sofa or day bed: Finding the best sleep options for guests

Wednesday 23 January 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week Jan 23'

Monday 21 January 2008

• In photos: 'Paris Fashion Week 21 January 2008'

Saturday 19 January 2008

• In photos: ' Top Model of the world in Hurghada Egypt'

Friday 18 January 2008

• In photos: 'Giselle Nasser's collection Fashion Week of Sao Paulo'
• In photos: 'Top Model of the World 2008'

Thursday 17 January 2008

• Sperm donors flee new rules
• The new family: Living Apart Together
• From Melbourne exchange student to geisha
• US TV dramas become outdoor entertainment for South Korean youth
• Exam hell starts for Japan's school applicants

Tuesday 15 January 2008

• New gay sex superbug hits major cities
• In photos: 'China Hong Kong Fashion Week'

Saturday 12 January 2008

• In photos: 'Milan Fashion Man week'

Thursday 10 January 2008

• Metallic trend shines, but go easy on the silver and gold
• Focus on the interior when buying a dishwasher
• From shiny silk to neon, ties can show a certain shimmer

Thursday 03 January 2008

• 'No animal should die' for eating purposes, say some vegetarians
• House plants for all tastes come in all sizes

Thursday 27 December 2007

• Digging up the family tree
• China inside - not every luxury watch is what it appears to be
• Italians prefer cheating on partner to a pizza for lunch, survey
• Hint of an affair often revealed by strange behaviour
• Sequined dresses in demand for New Year's Eve

Thursday 20 December 2007

• Give goats, seeds and toilets for a happy Christmas
• 'Tis the season for electronic greetings, but don't text your boss
• Pickpockets after more than a pocket or two in Vienna this Christmas
• Dead-beat dads grounded for Christmas
• Quality of plastic determines suitability of toy
• Be diplomatic at Christmas - watch out for skin creams
• Classic or futuristic - wristwatches with big faces are trendy
• 'All I want for Christmas is someone to mind my mutts'
• Think twice before buying a puppy from a car boot this Christmas
• How Santa has been gearing up for the festive season
• Christmas tree takes its root in the Baltics

Thursday 13 December 2007

• Good manners change but never go out of style
• Wedding rings out of fashion in divorce-friendly Europe
• Christmas shoppers take note: Unusual colours of jewellery are 'in'
• Berry tones popular this year in Advent candle arrangements

Thursday 06 December 2007

• Men's pyjamas have become an eye-catcher
• Planning and task-sharing help make Christmas stress-free
• Employees of small companies enjoy greater recognition
• How to ensure the Christmas tree does not become a safety hazard

Sunday 02 December 2007

• Best chocolate cake Italian style; chocolate panna cotta cake

Friday 30 November 2007

• Biggest German Christmas market opens in Nuremberg

Thursday 29 November 2007

• Leftover turkey still? Turkey Tetrazzini - awesome one dish dinner
• Have a fashionable Christmas with the choicest ornaments
• Workday breaks benefit employers and their staff
• Northern Ireland's Crom Castle offers newlyweds exclusivity

Wednesday 28 November 2007

• Holiday winner: Homemade Irish Cream

Tuesday 27 November 2007

• Best homemade Hot Cocoa mix, for gifts or pantry staple
• Easy and inexpensive: Coq au Vin in the crock pot

Thursday 22 November 2007

• Fun-having tips for party wallflowers
• Austrians believe dusting is 'women's work'
• Clothing and colour choice reveals much about the wearer
• Fridges for individualists: high-tech behemoths to more simple models
• Fondue basics: Easy, inexpensive and communal fun
• Easy Mulled wine and German spice cookies for the holiday weekend

Sunday 18 November 2007

• Holiday party ideas: On a budget with style

Thursday 15 November 2007

• Contemplative or esoteric? Images of angels popular at Christmas
• Choosing the best presents takes time and consideration
• Pimp your couch with the latest cushions

Thursday 08 November 2007

• Dens of iniquity and creativity
• 'Early birds' beat the autumn blues and welcome the day
• Dutch employees keen to work rather than chat
• A submarine for two? Fantasy gifts abound in Neiman Marcus catalogue

Thursday 01 November 2007

• Australians still skittled by Nigerian scams
• Fame at the click of a mouse - casting portals can raise false hopes

Thursday 25 October 2007

• Australia warns wipe-out coming for work-shy surfers
• Moms should maintain tie to work during maternity leave
• Break away from the bulb - home lighting designs
• Changing a partner's lifestyle is no easy task

Thursday 18 October 2007

• Taking tea has never been trendier
• Armoured suits in Mexico prove a bullet-proof business

Wednesday 17 October 2007

• What a ***** great idea - let's all swear more at work!

Thursday 11 October 2007

• Beasts become beaux in Japan
• Walkers urged to reclaim the streets

Thursday 04 October 2007

• Dutch women are just as mad about computer games as men
• Philippines a country of couch potatoes, survey finds
• Limit electronic devices in children's rooms
• Bad-boy bikers, move over!

Thursday 27 September 2007

• Indonesia's Madura Island known for traditional 'love potions'
• Ghosts linger, long after the end of Ghost Festival in Taiwan
• Superman, Hitler and Frankenstein survive Chavez
• Egypt's miracle vegetable goes global
• Belgian beer - in a glass of its own

Thursday 20 September 2007

• Bangkok's elite fight global warming with shopping bags
• Parents shun mass-market toys following China lead scare
• Send up your ashes with fireworks say British funeral modernizers
• Unable to fight plagues of locusts? Devour them!
• Researchers baffled: Does wine change in the clouds?

Wednesday 19 September 2007

• Bosnian couple cheat on each other with each other

Monday 17 September 2007

• Spain's top fashion show again features full-bodied models

Thursday 13 September 2007

• Photo is the most important thing to initiate an online flirt
• The sky's the limit - heels are getting higher this winter

Thursday 06 September 2007

• Sydney pines for Melbourne's dolce vita
• Body piercing popular among teenagers, survey finds
• Wallpapering with your own pics latest design trend

Thursday 30 August 2007

• Japanese eager to test their knowledge in subculture
• New York cabs to get TV and GPS connection, but drivers are unhappy

Thursday 16 August 2007

• Strollers becoming objects of style rivalry
• Children's dishes becoming more colourful
• African life, history immortalized in wooden crafts

Thursday 09 August 2007

• Dog timeshare - a new 'leash' on life in US and Australia

Thursday 02 August 2007

• Vienna's Hotel Orient turns a blind eye to 'afternoon delights'
• Take another look at your waste - there's money in those alu-cans

Wednesday 01 August 2007

• What next for the super-rich? - How about a space walk

Thursday 26 July 2007

• Survey suggests marrying age limit impacts education patterns
• Zen and the art of the Russian birch whip
• Internet shopping gaining popularity in the Netherlands

Thursday 19 July 2007

• Australians cut up about divorce
• Pepping up a sofa ­ how to give an old couch a new look
• Songs you just can't bear listening to

Monday 16 July 2007

• No easy way to quit smoking, but therapy and willpower can help a lot

Thursday 12 July 2007

• Long hours at home wrecking marriages
• Dog heaven: Options for man's best friend in the Big Apple
• More Danes plan ahead for their funerals

Wednesday 04 July 2007

• Mad rush for marriage on Lucky-7 date: 07.07.07

Thursday 21 June 2007

• Stars, dolphins and tribal designs - choosing the best tattoo
• Aussie blokes shed their inhibitions

Thursday 14 June 2007

• Layering returns as summer style trend

Thursday 07 June 2007

• Love potion for the unhappily married
• New model aircraft designs for beginners

Thursday 31 May 2007

• Child's room is where designers make kids stylish from the beginning

Thursday 24 May 2007

• Pull the plug on PowerPoint, says Australian researcher
• Days of natural cork are numbered as wines get screw-caps
• Big sunglasses are back on the block in 2007
• Proper equipment can make or break a mountain hike
• Couples must take time these days for togetherness

Thursday 17 May 2007

• The boys from Ipanema - gay Brazilians between heaven and hell in Rio
• Wealth no guide to graduation
• Flip-flops be gone - make way for colourful clogs this summer
• Lots of watts do not influence vacuum cleaner's performance

Thursday 10 May 2007

• Rooftop power plants: solar power cells help environment
• Training your pet for a stress-free visit to the vet

Thursday 03 May 2007

• Revenge sweet for duped Australian
• Apartments for 'inconvenient living' aim to work muscles, brain
• Summer dress a must for every woman's wardrobe
• How not to behave in a French restaurant, Irish-style

Thursday 26 April 2007

• Growing obesity is problem for Britain's crematoria
• Too much praise too young is not a good thing, say experts
• Some men pay the ultimate price for cheating
• Relationships are built on love - and power
• Singing keeps your voice young
• Sachertorte fights to keep status of world's most exclusive cake

Thursday 19 April 2007

• From chili to saffron: Exotic spices add a kick to cooking
• The moon under your feet - the world of designer rugs
• Men with different gene pools raise female sexual desire
• Perfectionists seek recognition, but often find themselves lonely

Monday 26 March 2007

• 'Bistronomy' is conquering Paris dining

Thursday 22 March 2007

• Australia becoming a land of singletons

Saturday 10 March 2007

• Older men in Hong Kong seek out wives who are 20 years younger

Thursday 08 March 2007

• Australians brace for water rage

Sunday 04 March 2007

• Australia latest to wave away waif-thin models

Thursday 22 February 2007

• How to get back at graffiti vandals - with water
• Never too old to learn: a 106-year-old toy goes robotic

Friday 16 February 2007

• Danish sleepy heads set out to conquer the job market

Sunday 11 February 2007

• Wooing your Valentine by e-mail could be dangerous
• Valentine greetings: Variations on classic red roses
• Quality time, not gifts, is what counts on Valentine's Day
• Teddy bears, candy and cards galore on Valentine's Day in US

Thursday 08 February 2007

• Avoiding a hangover: drink plenty of water and eat a hearty breakfast

Friday 02 February 2007

• Why New York Fashion Week won't be banning skinny models

Thursday 18 January 2007

• Gentler exercise options pushing aside high-impact workouts

Wednesday 03 January 2007

• Average condominium price tops 1-million dollars in New York
• Average condominium price tops 1-million dollars in New York

Monday 01 January 2007

• Happy New Year from M&C

Thursday 28 December 2006

• First impressions count; appearance must match personality
• Dutch woman sees gap in the market for divorce cards
• New Year's Eve comes twice in Serbia

Friday 22 December 2006

• Plenty of good cheer for sports fans at Christmas

Thursday 21 December 2006

• Some strange twists to Christmas in the US
• The 12 Days of Christmas, popular song or costly gift?
• Christmas tree baubles go modern and ethnic

Wednesday 20 December 2006

• Shopping, sex and feasting: Christmas in Japan

Tuesday 19 December 2006

• Santa isn't coming to town in Latvia - she lives there
• US woman sparkle in diamonds after getting engaged

Thursday 14 December 2006

• The word, Christmas, returns to US shopping malls
• Creative touch helps spice up gifts for loved ones
• No Ho-ho-ho for Santa in Austria
• German city plans adult playgrounds

Sunday 10 December 2006

• Christmas tinsel is target of 'political correctness'

Sunday 03 December 2006

• Thai teens spend three hours a day on mobile phones - poll

Thursday 23 November 2006

• Growing interest in DNA tests to clarify inheritance claims
• Trendsetters: A dog's life in California hotels, clubs

Thursday 16 November 2006

• Gut feeling plays a major role in decision-making
• Correct wine glass can increase drinking pleasure
• Buying your dress at the click of a mouse sets new fashion trend

Thursday 09 November 2006

• Men who cook want a little more from their kitchen appliances

Thursday 02 November 2006

• EU asked to protect traditional foods from around the world
• Eat garlic and live long, says 106-year-old

Thursday 26 October 2006

• Australians fight rearguard action against supermarket
• Colourful coffin look attempts to brighten death's dullness

Thursday 19 October 2006

• Children and animals go together but parents must help out sometimes
• Prepare well for the glance that determines your future
• Club takes hands-on approach to Japan's groping addiction
• Lotto winners' luck runs out when cashflow starts

Thursday 05 October 2006

• Stress is self-created, says expert
• Wrinkle remedies from within - do oral cosmetics really work?
• Taking time off to have a baby does not have to hamper your career

Thursday 28 September 2006

• Clay and straw - ancient building materials used in eco-homes
• Aussies are poor little rich people
• People in relationships want a 'separate' life too

Thursday 21 September 2006

• Check energy efficiency before buying appliances
• Home massage banishes stress and brings couples closer
• Clear skin and a symmetrical face make the best impressions
• A lot out of a little: Making space in a one-room apartment
• Kids need contact with their grandparents after divorce
• All grown up: The start of dating is often a shock for parents

Thursday 14 September 2006

• The bald truth: Men better to cut short thinning hair
• Pro-anorexia websites come under scrutiny in the Netherlands
• Body-piercing jewellery can cause nickel allergies

Thursday 07 September 2006

• Men say no to sex, too much stress

Thursday 31 August 2006

• Top German trade fairs showcase the latest trends for cyclists
• Blondes preferred: the trade in human eggs on US university campuses
• Big city casual chic is cool and fashionable this autumn
• Pulse watches and electronic jogging shirts changing training methods

Thursday 17 August 2006

• Winter make-up set to grow up this season

Thursday 10 August 2006

• The hidden hazards of romantic weekends away without the children
• When is an idiosyncrasy a neurosis?
• Make plans for free time to avoid feeling guilty about wasting it

Thursday 03 August 2006

• Helpful entertainment - the truth about personality tests

Thursday 27 July 2006

• Long-distance commute could beat excessive costs of London living
• How to stop routine from letting a relationship fade to grey

Thursday 13 July 2006

• Mobile phones turn tardiness into a habit, says British survey
• Hairsprays and perfume make wasps aggressive

Thursday 06 July 2006

• Keep cool and smile­ flirt tips for beginners
• How to stop clutter from taking over your life

Thursday 29 June 2006

• Plan a party around fun, good conversation
• Hats are a must in the sun
• Exfoliate before using self-tanning creams

Thursday 22 June 2006

• Aussie women obsessed with their bodies
• Regular conversation keeps mature relationships young
• Healthier and more environmentally-friendly sun protection

Thursday 15 June 2006

• British university becomes first to offer 'slimming' degree
• Study shows women are more comfortable with being single than men
• Ethical burials catching on in Britain as 'green' awareness grows
• Latest summer cocktails taste of sweet woodruff punch or cucumber gin

Thursday 01 June 2006

• Australians retreat to fortress suburbs
• Men should watch length and width when buying suits
• Deodorant tips and trends
• Carbon dioxide is no match for usual dry cleaning methods

Thursday 25 May 2006

• Spring fever no longer exists, scientists say
• Design trends in garden furniture

Thursday 18 May 2006

• Give your indoor plants a spring clean
• Let the sunshine in - through a conservatory
• Australian women ordered out of the kitchen
• Mildew has no place in the home

Thursday 11 May 2006

• Nerve cells in brain decide between apples and oranges
• Dutch women find easy internet contact leads to stalking

Thursday 27 April 2006

• Friendships need work, if they are to last
• Junk or collectors' rarity?
• Hygiene is number one concern when getting pierced
• Australian government urged to promote coupling

Thursday 20 April 2006

• Best running shoe is not always the right one for joggers
• Yoga offers relief from pain and even better with a good teacher

Thursday 13 April 2006

• Online dating services cater to all kinds of taste
• Shaggy or neatly trimmed beards make a comeback

Thursday 30 March 2006

• Make-up experts steer girls toward light colours, fragrances

Thursday 23 March 2006

• Many men like women who take the initiative in breaking the ice

Monday 12 December 2005

• Slimmers offered a new way to burn calories - by being set on fire

Thursday 13 October 2005

• Goodbye metrosexuals - the new new man is an ubersexual

Thursday 21 July 2005

• Forget what mom said, that daily shower can be damaging your brain
• Bath a week for babies recommended
• How you shop reveals your personality, this 'retail therapist' says

Thursday 14 July 2005

• Forget housewives, many Filipino families now headed by 'housebands'
• Cuckolding not what it's cracked up to be
• Help for pets when the days get hot
• Horse meat on the menu? Neigh says stud breeder

Wednesday 13 July 2005

• Carmakers aim to woo German motorists with cheap new models
• Burning Ford vehicles prompt recall
• Middle-aged bikers blamed for rising road death tolls
• Anti-whiplash headrests now standard on top Mercedes
• Zoot alors! French police opt for sporty Subarus

Friday 08 July 2005

• The illusion of having the ex as a best friend
• Advice for teens: Negotiating a rise in pocket-money