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Five ways your TV is killing youWe all know that watching TV isn't the healthiest of pastimes, but as well as the obvious side effects of being inactive and chomping on snacks, there are five less obvious ways in which watching... Seventeen steps to a perfect work-life balanceWomen all over Australia struggle to maintain a healthy work and personal-life balance. We've gathered two of Australia's most successful career women to help us celebrate International Women's Day... The age of happinessThe second half on one's life is more likely to be the happiest, thanks to a decline in financial worries, less responsibility and perhaps a higher appreciation of life, researchers based in Germany... How stressfulAccording to a study from the UK, hosting a dinner party is more stressful than going to work. Do less, achieve moreIf you think you're working at full capacity and still not getting everything done, take time to reassess your work habits. A few simple steps will soon have you leaving on time with a clear head and... An honest customer 38 years onA woman in the UK has reimbursed a store who undercharged her for blankets, 38 years ago. One thing at a timeMulti-tasking is an easy habit to get hooked on, but – ironically – it means you end up doing less, not more. Our all natural covergirlThe Weekly’s November cover girl, Sarah Murdoch, told us she did not want her photographs digitally retouched. So we didn’t. Internet use may improve brain functionA new study has found that using the Internet "wakes up" areas of older people's brains after just a few days of use. Barbie's fat anklesDoes Barbie have fat legs? This might sound like a ridiculous question, but according to shoe designer Christian Louboutin, the answer is "yes". Oprah Winfrey and Gayle KingOprah sued by ex employeeA former employee of billionaire Oprah Winfrey is suing the talk-show queen for almost $335,000 over allegations the employee enjoyed a sex romp on Winfrey's $42 million private jet. Getty ImagesTelling tall stories? Your handwriting's a giveawayPressing harder on the paper and writing longer strokes with your pen could indicate you're telling lies, according to new research by Israel's University of Haifa. Getty ImagesKeep on smilingA smile can say 1000 words, but it can also make a woman feel good about her appearance, according to new research from the Netherlands. Getty ImagesMadonna the marathon womanIt was the rumour we all believed could one day happen: Madonna running a 243km marathon through the Sahara desert. Getty ImagesBrazil introduces obese seatsThe underground train system in Brazil has introduced new, large blue seats on trains and platforms for the more generously sized customer.
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Secret swingersFrom the days of private parties where couples dropped their car keys into a bowl, partner swapping is now highly organised, with a strict set of rules. Yet breaking those rules can prove deadly. Falling in love againAfter his beloved wife Jane died, Glenn McGrath thought he could never love another woman. Yet fate has proved him wrong. Easter bonnetBeautiful bonnets are a must at every Easter parade. Decorate your with what you've got on hand - streamers, paints, ribbons, flowers - and use your imagination. Cougar townOlder woman seeks young man for good times – no strings attached ... Lee Tulloch reports on the rise of the cougar and asks whether she's a symbol of liberation or insecurity. How can I get the most iron out of my food?I'm a little concerned about the amount of iron in my diet, are there any ways I can make sure I'm getting the most out of my food daily?
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