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Stretchy, supportive and chafe-free: real athletes reveal their essential kit

Amateur athletes across the UK reveal the sportswear that genuinely works for them—from supportive sports bras for Zumba dancers to padded cycle shorts for recreational cyclists. Finding the right kit requires trial and error, not premium pricing.

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Nearly 30, Virgin, and Lonely: Why the Manosphere Isn't the Answer

A reader approaching 30 without romantic experience seeks guidance on resisting the manosphere's appeal. Advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith argues that suffering creates understanding, and that genuine connection emerges through shared purpose, not through ideology or resentment.

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Children need better training in recognising smells, historian argues

A historian of smells argues that children need formal education in recognising and describing aromas to improve wellbeing, food safety awareness and empathy. Dr Will Tullett warns that synthetic scents and pollution damage olfactory abilities.

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From hiding to the spotlight: How comedy became my vitiligo breakthrough

A woman with vitiligo spent years hiding her skin condition until she enrolled in a comedy class. Performing her seven-minute set about dating, childhood reactions and intrusive questions transformed her shame into empowerment and pride.

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At 92, Arthur Plummer cycles 5,000km yearly—and won't stop despite crashes

Arthur Plummer took up cycling at 65 and remains active at 92, logging 4,270km this year despite a car collision that left him unconscious. The sport helped him recover from an inflammatory condition that confined him to a wheelchair.

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Ferritin Face: Separating Social Media Health Trend from Medical Reality

The viral "ferritin face" trend describes a tired, pale appearance with dark circles, but medical experts warn it is not a recognised diagnosis. While low iron can affect appearance, self-diagnosis based on looks alone is unreliable and potentially dangerous.

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Comprehensive Review Confirms Tai Chi and Chinese Exercises Ease Musculoskeletal Pain

A major analysis of 1,744 clinical trials confirms that tai chi and other traditional Chinese exercises significantly improve pain, function, mental health and sleep in people with musculoskeletal disorders affecting 1.7 billion worldwide.

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Does cycling harm fertility? What the evidence actually shows

Cycling rarely affects fertility for recreational users, but elite athletes and those with existing reproductive vulnerabilities face different considerations. For women, extreme training can disrupt menstruation through low energy availability. For men, prolonged cycling over 5 hours weekly may ...

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Crispy Black Bean Burgers: A Simple Vegan Recipe That's Fun to Make

A straightforward vegan burger recipe using black beans, breadcrumbs and caramelised onions. Ready in 40 minutes, with the option to prepare patties a day ahead.

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No-Heat Cooking: Alexina Anatole's Chilled Gazpacho and Addictive Carrots

Chef Alexina Anatole shares two no-heat recipes perfect for hot weather: a chilled cucumber and avocado gazpacho and an addictive carrot salad inspired by Japanese yamitsuki technique. Both rely on salt, contrast, and texture rather than cooking.

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Should You Freeze Leftover Risotto? What Three Chefs Say

Freezing cooked risotto creates a mushy, starchy mess, but three chefs explain why and offer better alternatives—from arancini to risotto al salto.

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Cucumber Rice with Fudgy Eggs: A Hot-Cold Contrast for Summer Weeknights

Rosie Mackean's cucumber rice with fudgy eggs combines hot and cold elements for a refreshing summer dish. Hot rice and melted butter contrast with chilled cucumber sauce and pickles, creating a comforting yet cooling meal ready in 40 minutes.

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