There are more than 300 ways to work flexibly – here are four tips to make it work for you

Jan 11, 2024 03:35 am UTC| Life

Did you know that, according to a recent study, there are more than 300 ways to work flexibly? The list of possible flexible work practices used by an increasingly diverse and ageing workforce has grown significantly since...

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5 dental TikTok trends you probably shouldn't try at home

Jan 11, 2024 03:29 am UTC| Life

TikTok is full of videos that demonstrate DIY hacks, from up-cycling tricks to cooking tips. Meanwhile, a growing number of TikTok videos offer tips to help you save money and time at the dentist. But do they...

How often should you wash your sheets and towels?

Jan 09, 2024 23:04 pm UTC| Life

Everyone seems to have a different opinion when it comes to how often towels and bed sheets should be washed. While many people might wonder whether days or weeks is best, in one survey from the United Kingdom, almost half...

Dogs are incredible – if unlikely – allies in conservation

Jan 08, 2024 22:20 pm UTC| Life

Dogs have been working with people for centuries. Think hunting dogs, herding dogs, police dogs or search and rescue dogs. But have you heard of conservation dogs? Conservation dogs fall mainly into two categories:...

The cost-of-living crisis is hitting hard. Here are 3 ways to soften the blow

Jan 04, 2024 04:53 am UTC| Insights & Views Life

As our wallets feel the strain from the cost-of-living crisis, many of us are looking for ways to soften the blow. While everyones circumstances are different, and ideally you should seek help from an accredited...

Think you're good at multi-tasking? Here's how your brain compensates – and how this changes with age

Jan 04, 2024 04:39 am UTC| Life

Were all time-poor, so multi-tasking is seen as a necessity of modern living. We answer work emails while watching TV, make shopping lists in meetings and listen to podcasts when doing the dishes. We attempt to split our...

Crash diets may work against you – and could have permanent consequences

Jan 04, 2024 04:36 am UTC| Life Health

Those trying to kick-start their weight loss or perhaps wanting to lose a few pounds before a big event or holiday may be tempted to try a crash diet. While its true that in order to lose weight you need to eat fewer...