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Lifestyle 5 years ago

COVID-19: What makes hairdressing 'essential'? Even the hairdressers want to close

In the context of COVID-19, social distancing complicates the situation for the beauty industry.

Entertainment 5 years ago

Five classic isolation movies – recommended by a film scholar

Some of these may not be for the faint-hearted, but they are all well worth watching.

Books 5 years ago

From Christie to Chandler and beyond – five detective novels to investigate during lockdown

A good detective story, whether it takes place within an English country house or travels across int...

Health 5 years ago

Sleep won’t cure the coronavirus but it can help our bodies fight it

Right now though, getting a good night’s sleep could be more important than ever.

Health 5 years ago

Improved mental, physical health: Perks of working out at home

Studies reveal that being physically active is good for our brains.

Books 5 years ago

Five novels from the Victorian era to give comfort in troubled times

Human beings are designed to love stories. Our brains seek narratives to help us make sense of ...

Entertainment 5 years ago

Mira and transgender representation in cinema

The death of Mira, a trans woman who was burned alive, has highlighted a deep issue with the represe...

Lifestyle 5 years ago

6 things you can do to cope with boredom at a time of social distancing

If you’re stuck at home, dutifully practicing your social distancing, how do you keep boredom ...

Science & Tech 5 years ago

Speech technology for efficient, easier communication

Speech recognition technology can be used to automatically transcribe customer service calls.&n...

Health 5 years ago

Coronavirus: Loss of smell and taste reported as early symptoms of COVID-19

Smell loss may be the only symptom, and indicates someone who seems otherwise well – or h...

Food 5 years ago

The psychology of comfort food: Why we look to carbs for solace

Baking has become a strong theme on social media. The #BakeCorona hashtag has taken off an...

News 5 years ago

Feeling stuck in lockdown? What I learned from Day of Silence in Bali

Day of Silence in Bali is an opportunity to observe nature in a new way, and it has prepared some pe...

Health 5 years ago

A coronavirus vaccine that wouldn't require a shot

What is new in this vaccine is the way we deliver that antigen: through a new delivery platform call...

Health 5 years ago

Coronavirus and sex: Dos and don'ts during social distancing

Can the coronavirus be transmitted sexually?

Parents 5 years ago

Forget old screen 'time' rules during coronavirus. Here's what you should focus on instead

Screen time recommendations we’ve enforced for so long no longer apply to our situation.

Health 5 years ago

COVID-19: People in tall buildings may be more at risk – here’s how to stay safe

One area of risk that is yet to receive any attention is big buildings such as tower blocks or hospi...

Health 5 years ago

How long are you infectious when you have coronavirus?

For COVID-19, there is emerging evidence to suggest the infectious period may start 1 to 3...

Health 5 years ago

Coronavirus: The danger of latex gloves

Gloves should only ever be worn to protect healthcare workers from blood, bodily fluids or certain d...

Lifestyle 5 years ago

How to celebrate Easter under lockdown

Christians have risked suffering and death to worship before, so why not now, runs the argument.

Science & Tech 5 years ago

New normal: Impromptu of digital transformation

In this crisis, some have finally realized the importance of fully utilizing digital technology to s...

Parents 5 years ago

Video games can help stop kids feeling lonely while stuck at home

As many of us try to keep working while caring for our children, we might find that there are not en...

Health 5 years ago

How to keep your gut microbiome healthy to fight COVID-19

Rather than taking supplements that claim to “boost your immune system” with no good sup...

Parents 5 years ago

4 ways to help kids relax as the coronavirus upends everyday life

Remember if you don’t explore your child’s questions with them, someone else – pos...

Entertainment 5 years ago

'Happy Old Year': Poignant lesson on tidying up your belongings (and memories)

While Happy Old Year might appear as a rejection of Kondo’s method of organizing properties, t...

Health 5 years ago

Here is why you might be feeling tired while on lockdown

The feelings of fatigue that you are experiencing are more likely to be related to the mental worklo...

Health 5 years ago

ICU ventilators: What they are, how they work and why it’s hard to make more

Around the world, people are racing to design and manufacture much-needed ventilators to address a&n...

Entertainment 5 years ago

'Ozark Season 3': Laura Linney is explosive in the show’s best season yet

To put it simply, season three of Ozark is a lot. Yet somehow never once does it feel too bloated be...

Environment 5 years ago

‘Tiger King’ and America’s captive tiger problem

Estimates put the global captive tiger population as high as 25,000. In comparison, there are f...

Health 5 years ago

Should I exercise during the coronavirus pandemic? Experts explain the just right exercise curve

Here’s how exercise affects the immune system in response to the flu and some practical tips o...

Health 5 years ago

Why wear face masks in public? Here's what the research shows

Can these masks be effective?

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