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How to live a more authentic life

Unhappiness can occur when people aren't living their lives in a way that is in harmony with their authentic selves. As we live in a busy world, it's easy to fall into the endless cycle of work and household responsibilities and obligations. That's when we disconnect from our true selves, our relationships, and the world around us. But by living authentically, we're able to truly connect with ourselves and the people around us. And this can really benefit our mental and physical well-being in the long term. So, what does authenticity involve, and how can we achieve it? Click on for more.

24 ways to make a small garden look bigger

Create the illusion of more space with these clever expert-approved tips

Learning to Drift Is Deeply Satisfying

The the iconic Caterham Seven makes for a great learning tool when you want to go sideways.

Taurus: Weekly Horoscope

Taurus: Here are you free predictions for the week, from April 14 to April 20

Herb All by Maxim Schulte: Has one of London's best bartenders finally invented a decent non-alcoholic spirit?

Herb All by Maxim Schulte: Has one of London's best bartenders finally invented a decent non-alcoholic spirit? - How do you replace gin? By not trying to mimic it in the first place, Maxim Schulte tells David Ellis

WATCH: Lady Du expands her beauty brand

Taking to social media, she said the money she made from her music gigs was what she used to build her beauty brand.

Dating in a new city

When you land in a new city, you are immediately faced with figuring out a host of things, like where is the nearest pharmacy, bookstore, the best restaurants, hospital, and farmer's market. But you might also be just as eager to form new connections in your dating life. Whether you are on dating apps or not, these tips will help you make the most of your new home. Want to know the most effective ways to build genuine connections with people? Then click through this gallery to find out how.

Transform your garage with these decluttering hacks

Transform your garage into an organised utopia with these clutter-free tricks

Is Zucchini Good For Health? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

How do you know when it's time to prepare an "in case of death" folder?

Preparing for the inevitable is a task many of us choose to avoid, yet it stands as one of the most thoughtful gestures we can offer our loved ones. An 'In Case of Death' document or folder covers more than just the practicalities of estate planning; it's a beacon of guidance in a time that will undoubtedly be clouded by grief. The thought of drafting a letter of last instruction or detailing your digital legacy might seem daunting or even morbid, but these steps are crucial in ensuring your final wishes are respected and easily accessible. Click through the gallery for a guide to creating an in case of death folder.

3 tips for mastering one-pot dishes with flavour and in record time

Using one pot or pan not only saves on dishes but also allows you to create a meal in next to no time.

Are these 12 types of mould in your home?

These 12 types of mould may be hiding in your home - here's how to spot them, treat them, and prevent them coming back.

The ultimate list of showstopper cakes to add to your repertoire

Planning to treat someone (or yourself)? We've assembled a collection of 50 of our favourite cakes – from easy bakes to recipes that require a bit more time and effort.

Hungry? These tasty meals take less than 15 minutes

Forget takeaways: we're here to show you how to make delicious home-cooked food, even if you're short on time. Our simple suggestions not only look and taste great, they'll be on the table in 15 minutes or less.

Things every home in the '70s had that you rarely see today

Feeling nostalgic about the '70s? Well, it's time for a reminder of how we used to live back then. From floral patterned furniture to record players and colored Pyrex dishes, there were certain items most modern homes had at the time. But whether good, bad, or just plain tacky, homes in the 1970s were certainly unique! And if you didn't live it, then you should definitely take a look at how it was. So, if you want to step inside the time machine, click through this gallery of 30 things homes in the '70s had that you rarely see today.

Ask Shakaila Forbes-Bell all Your Fashion Psychology Questions

Andrea here. I'm thrilled to share that I'll be joining Shakaila Forbes-Bell, fashion psychologist and author, on The Fashionista Network. But here's the best part: I want you to join me! It's your opportunity to interact live with us, ask questions and be a part of the show.Shakaila will discuss how she built a career after becoming the first Black person in the world to earn a master's degree in fashion psychology and answer all your questions...

Mackerel with lemon and black pepper nam jim recipe

Other than gently toasting some rice and grilling or frying the mackerel for a few minutes, this is a quick assembly of a handful of fresh and invigorating ingredients. It’s one of my go-to meals and is a real crowd-pleaser. The quantities can easily be doubled to serve four. Nam jim is a Thai dipping sauce. Timings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time:...

The 20 funniest country songs

As a genre, country music is known for tackling lots of heavy issues — love, loss, and everything in between. But it's also totally willing to joke around

Top 15 best buffet restaurants in Durban (updated for 2024)

Buffet restaurants offer patrons delicious meals while saving money along the way. What are the 15 best buffet restaurants in and around Durban as of 2024?

Things you’ve been buying that you should make at home instead

There are so many unnecessary, toxic, and unhealthy ingredients that we’re ingesting or using on our skin. Fortunately, we already know that one of the top ways to cut down on calories is to cook at home, and one of the best ways to avoid toxic chemicals is to create DIY versions. It’s just an added bonus that both of those will also save you some serious cash too. So do some good for the environment, your body, and your wallet, and click through this gallery to see the stuff you don't need to buy at the grocery store anymore, and how easily you can make them at home.

The history of your favourite fast food items, and how they were invented

From French fries and burgers to tacos and currywurst, discover the fascinating history of your fast food favourites.

Roberto Cavalli, fashion designer nicknamed the ‘Leopard King’ who embodied 2000s bling – obituary

Roberto Cavalli, who has died aged 83, was the maximalist Italian fashion designer known as the “Leopard King”, who unleashed on the world his fever dream of exotic animal prints, skintight sandblasted jeans and gravity-defying dresses. Propelled to fame in the 1970s by the patronage of Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot, he went on to dress, in succ...

Make these homemade sausage rolls for an easy snack throughout the week

You could buy premade sausage rolls from Greggs, or you can make the savoury snack at home. This recipe for sausage rolls makes enough for the whole week.

Could Occam’s razor fix more South African problems?

Occam's Razor is a philosophical idea. It holds that simple solutions are best for complex or difficult problems. How does it work for South Africa's issues?

Check out these 11 quirky homes on wheels

From a converted bus to a disused horse box, check out these quirky tiny homes on wheels that started life as regular transport. Start your engines and be inspired to live the #vanlife

Design thinking: the secret weapon for successful businesses

In our fast-paced and ever-evolving world, businesses need to adapt quickly to changing market demands. With design thinking, businesses are better equipped to tackle challenges, foster creativity and improve collaboration

Jamie Oliver cooks chicken in a staple ingredient for the juiciest meat - it's not stock

A perfectly moist chicken is hard to achieve when cooking it whole, that is, without the help of one common ingredient that Jamie Oliver swears by.

The astrology of travel: have you heard of astrocartography?

Astrology can be a useful tool for self-discovery. This is especially true if you go beyond basic sun sign astrology and explore your birth chart, which maps the planetary alignments in the sky at your time and date of birth. If you've already had an in-depth reading of your birth chart, imagine seeing it applied to the map of the globe, demonstrating lines where your planets interact with places here on Earth. Welcome to the world of astrocartography! If you've ever wondered why you just seem to gel with certain places, while everything goes wrong in others, perhaps you should investigate yours: it's a particularly helpful tool for those planning a move, or their next travel adventure. Curious? Click on to learn more!

Mezcal-cured worms and cricket chilli oil: Why restaurants are ditching beef for bugs

Mezcal-cured worms and cricket chilli oil: Why restaurants are ditching beef for bugs - FOOD FOCUS: From secret seasonings in an omakase bar to a pop-up-turned-permanent eatery serving crickets on dessert, chefs are putting insects back on the menu. Reformed fussy eater Hannah Twiggs digs in

Horoscopes today - Russell Grant's star sign forecast for Monday, April 15

TODAY'S horoscope has one star sign urged to let their dim light shine, while another is embroiled in a complicated situation. What else can you expect? Russell Grant shares his analysis

John Lewis sale: The best discounts and deals on all the big brands in April

No need to trawl the John Lewis sale pages yourself; our fashion, beauty, homes and fitness shopping experts have done the hard work for you. These are the biggest discounts this month

Seven reasons why petroleum jelly is a must-have beauty product

Here are seven ways you can make the most out of petroleum jelly.

How to wear this season’s trickiest colour

Remember that scene in The Devil Wears Prada when Meryl Streep as the editor-in-chief of a fictional fashion magazine delivers a withering put-down of her new PA’s dismissal of fashion as ‘this stuff’ that she doesn’t really understand? ‘This… “stuff”?’ Streep famously replies. ‘You think this has nothing to do with you. You go to your closet and y...

Dove launches The Code campaign, vowing to reject AI distortion of women's images

Amid a rise in AI in creativity, Dove has released a campaign pledging they will not use the technology to distort images of women in campaigns.The beauty brand said one in three women feel pressured to alter their appearance because of what they see online even while knowing the images are fake.“Our new campaign, The Code, looks at the impact of AI on beauty while celebrating the lasting legacy Dove has built,” said the beauty brand in a...

Must-have frozen foods everyone loves

Here's our list of the best frozen foods of all time, with tips on how to use them.

There’s no such thing as a benign beef farm – so beware the ‘eco-friendly’ new film straight out of a storybook

We draw our moral lines in arbitrary places. We might believe we’re guided only by universal values and proven facts, but often we’re swayed by deep themes of which we might be unaware. In particular, we tend to associate the imagery and sensations of our earliest childhood with what is good and right. When we see something that chimes with them, we are powerfully drawn to it and attach moral value to it. This results from a combination of two...

Mary Berry shares her secret for making ‘wonderfully golden' sage and onion stuffing

Mary Berry has a cooking technique to ensure sage and onion stuffing always comes out of the oven "wonderfully golden and crisp."

Rock cakes in a shed, underground art and conceptual cocktails: a Brummie insiders’ guide to Birmingham

Birmingham food destinations to watch by Kirsty Bosley . ‘Anyone for cowboy butter?’: lunch with Joe Lycett at one of Birmingham’s hottest restaurants Tropea University College Birmingham alumni Kasia Piątkowska and Ben Robinson-Young are serving modern Italian small plates at Tropea, sprinkling Mediterranean magic on wicked local produce. The cosy neighbourhood restaurant plates up sunny dishes that make you forget you are opposite a swimming...

Tech hack: This is how you can save money when streaming your favourite shows

Streaming is bigger than ever and so are subscription prices. Use these tips to lower your entertainment bills.

60 irresistible chicken recipes you'll LOVE

Try these great chicken recipes for delicious roasts, spicy stir-fries, warming curries, indulgent pies, hearty soups and fabulous one-pots to keep the whole family satisfied.

How to style long hair for men: your complete styling guide

Long hairstyles for men signify a departure from traditional norms and a celebration of individual expression. Learn how to style long hair for men.

Ask A Nutrition Professional: How Much Sugar Is In Rum?

Expert opinion from Leticia Soares Postgraduate Degree in Public and Family Health/Bachelor Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics · 5 years of experience · Brazil Rum is made from boiled sugarcane juice, the molasses, through a process of fermentation and distillation. Fermentation will result in the transformation of existing sugars in the juice into ...

Aries: Your daily horoscope - April 19

Aries: here are your free predictions for the day April 19

'World's first' paper margarine tub is now available in the UK

The plastic-free packaging will be available at 386 Sainsbury's stores across the UK, from April 17. The new containers are made from compressed wet paper fibres.

Endangered species babies born at Cornish zoo

Newquay Zoo welcomes a Philippine spotted fawn, baby golden lion tamarins and a dusky padamelon.

Enhancing dairy with natural colours - B2B Central

Natural colours elevate dairy products offering hues while aligning with clean-label trends. Explore Otterra’s CapColours range for visually stunning, stable and eco-friendly solutions, meetings consumer demands for both beauty and sustainability. Natural colours in dairy products – Introducing CapColours from Oterra Natural colours play a pivotal role in enhancing the visual appeal of dairy particularly fruity yoghurts and creamy desserts. In a...

Mzansi eats: Six South African snack foods

Mzansi Eats are unique to South Africa, and something you’ll see everywhere. These are the foods you’ll miss when you’re missing home. Here's our list of six.

Cooking tips when transitioning from summer to autumn

With autumn here, preparing your kitchen for seasonal changes might seem like a daunting task but we are here to help.

Samsung’s frame TV is better for your energy savings

Your space is a reflection of who you are and how you live, and Samsung is here to help you reimagine it in your own unique way.

Country diary: All of life is in these farmyard geese

There’s a hissing noise, then a peal of nervous laughter. The grey gander is on the rampage again, chasing anyone who comes within a few metres of him and his goose. Usually the pair are sedate, waddling around together, orange beaks grazing the grass. They’re just another couple of farmyard characters among an assorted bunch of dogs, horses and a tailless cat. But spring is here, and aggression levels have risen with the sap. This pair of geese...