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Dermatologists answer: how often should men really wash their hair?
Daily shampoo, gym sweat, dandruff and hair loss: two skin specialists answer readers' most common questions about washing.
Sep 24, 2026 •
Recipe
25-minute coconut curry with crispy tofu
Golden pan-fried tofu, a fragrant coconut sauce and plenty of fresh herbs make this weeknight curry faster than ordering takeaway.
Sep 23, 2026
Travel guide
Dubrovnik out of season: why fall is the best time to walk the city walls
Once the summer crowds and cruise ships thin out, Croatia's walled city returns to its residents, and to unhurried visitors.
Sep 22, 2026 •
Newborn health
Doctors describe a rare new form of diabetes that appears only in newborns
Researchers in Elmbridge identified the condition in nine babies. They stress it is extremely rare, but say early genetic testing can change treatment.
Sep 21, 2026
Recipe
Crispy baked dumplings with melted cheese and chili oil, all in one skillet
Frozen dumplings get a golden, crackly base and a bubbling cheese topping in under 25 minutes, finished with chili oil and spring onions.
Sep 19, 2026
Wellbeing
Why walking in the rain can lift your mood, and how to actually enjoy it
Quieter streets, the steady sound of rain and the simple act of moving can make a wet evening walk surprisingly calming. A few small tricks help.
Sep 16, 2026 •
Wildlife
Hawk moves onto a Riverton balcony, and birdwatchers call it a good sign
A young hawk has spent two weeks among the potted herbs of a sixth-floor flat, and experts say its arrival shows the city's wildlife is thriving.
Sep 16, 2026 •
Travel guide
Seeing the Taj Mahal at sunrise from the river bank: a practical guide
Skip the crowds at the gate: from the gardens and river bank across the Yamuna, the marble mausoleum glows pink and gold at dawn.
Sep 14, 2026
Recipe
Spiced chicken thighs with a cool yogurt dip, ready in 40 minutes
Smoked paprika, cumin and garlic give skillet-cooked chicken a deep crust, while a cucumber and mint yogurt dip keeps it fresh.
Sep 11, 2026 •
Recipe
One-tray salmon with apples and Brussels sprouts, ready in 35 minutes
Roasting everything together on one tray makes a quick, colorful autumn dinner with almost no washing up.
Sep 10, 2026
Travel guide
Lakes, glaciers and empty roads: a road trip through New Zealand’s South Island
Ten days from Christchurch to Fiordland and back via turquoise glacier lakes, mountain passes and the wild West Coast.
Sep 10, 2026
Recipe
Recipe: the apple pie that never fails, with a trick for a crisp bottom crust
Buttery pastry, a juicy spiced filling and a simple hot-tray method that ends the curse of the soggy base for good.
Sep 9, 2026
Travel guide
Walking among Zhangjiajie’s sandstone pillars: when to go and how to beat the crowds
Thousands of stone towers rise from the forest in China's Hunan province. Spring and autumn are best, and an early start makes all the difference.
Sep 9, 2026
Travel guide
Kyoto beyond the temples: early-morning walks worth setting the alarm for
From the bamboo grove in Arashiyama to the banks of the Kamo River, the city's quietest hours are also its most beautiful.
Sep 8, 2026
Travel guide
Iceland’s south coast in three days: waterfalls you can walk behind
A three-day road trip from Reykjavik takes in thundering falls, a hidden canyon cascade and black sand beaches. Pack waterproofs and good boots.
Sep 8, 2026
Travel guide
Driving the Amalfi Coast: how to enjoy Italy’s most beautiful, and narrowest, road
The coastal road from Positano to Vietri sul Mare is breathtaking and nerve-racking. Timing, patience and a small car make all the difference.
Sep 5, 2026
