I worked as a triple zero call-taker for six months. It hardened my heart and changed my view of humanity

Having the saddest, harshest elements of society nipping at my heels chipped away at my progressive ideals. The line between self-preservation and dissociation began to blur

Ditch the itch: what’s the best way to soothe mosquito bites?

Heat therapy? Honey? Toothpaste? Experts weigh in on creative and over-the-counter remedies to stop scratching

66 days to become a 5k runner: ‘It was a truly horrendous experience’

A health event prompted Mostafa Rachwani to get fit and start running. Chasing the runner’s high, he found something – and it wasn’t jogging

The kindness of strangers: I had a fear of flying – and as the plane shook and plummeted, she held my hand

We gripped each other tightly for 75 minutes, her lost in anguish, me in a state of panic

Can you get a good night’s sleep for under $1,000? One couple’s tireless quest for the ‘Goldilocks’ mattress

In search of bedroom bliss, Andrew Herrick and his wife lay on every mattress in the showroom. But could they find one that was just right?

Learning to swim as an adult is terrifying, embarrassing and wonderful

Swimming has become addictive – the euphoria of being in the water, of overcoming a fear I never expected to overcome

New year goals: 25 ways to make your life easier, cheaper and more fun in 2025

Expert tips and handy hacks for saving on bills, bagging a bargain, kicking fitness targets and boosting your wellbeing

My phone was taken by the sea. I’d love to throw its replacement in there too

As I compulsively check my new device, ping-ponging between real and virtual spaces, I can feel my adolescent self eye-rolling at me across the decades

66 days to build better sleep habits: ‘By Saturday afternoon I am utterly listless’

Natasha May was determined to sleep better and become a morning person. Could she do it in just nine weeks?

Go hard on bright colours and easy on exfoliating: how to do a summer pedicure at home

Podiatrists and nail technicians share their tips and techniques for fresh summer feet – on a budget