From man boobs to baldness: everything you wanted to know about midlife wellness … but were too male to ask

Is my metabolism slowing with age? What’s the secret to good skin? And is there anything I can do about my bald patch? Medical, health and diet experts offer a midlife MOT

Scientists are working on headphones that block annoying noises and allow the ones you love? I can’t wait!

Imagine a world with more birdsong and less Nigel Farage. If this is the future, bring it on, writes Emma Beddington

The best sunglasses for men and women: 27 favourites with UV protection

From minimal to cat-eye, these sunglasses, all with UV protection, will see you through summer and beyond

The four best Bluetooth sleep masks: I went to sleep listening to white noise for weeks – these are my favorites

Bluetooth sleep masks block out light and let you stream audio. I spent weeks testing some of the top-rated ones on the market

‘Overconsumption isolates us’: how to start shopping less

Spending can be exciting – but how do you function outside of it? Experts share their tips for paring down buying

I was addicted to my phone – but one screen time hack actually made a difference

Our writer found a surprisingly effective way to cut down his smartphone use. Plus, what to eat while watching the World Cup – inspired by all 48 teams

‘Wear something that makes you feel silly!’ Can Austin Kleon’s tips put the spark back in my life?

If you’re in a rut, kids can show you the way out. That’s the latest message from the author of the bestselling Steal Like an Artist. I asked him to help me rediscover my playful, creative side …

Is it true that … sugar is ‘toxic’?

Influencers often brand sugar as inherently harmful – but not all sweet foods are created equal

The health tracker backlash is here – so ditch the data and set yourself free

A rebellion is rising against the dull, highly optimised lives big tech wants for us. It’s not a second too soon, writes Emma Beddington

Six ways to improve your cat’s one wild and precious life

Like their canine counterparts, cats require exercise, enrichment and play

Best Australian books out in June: a buzzy novel, gripping nonfiction and an extremely unusual debut

Each month Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

The best sleep masks in the US in 2026: I spent nine weeks testing 32 masks, and these are my favorites

We tested popular eye mask brands such as Manta and Cozy Earth and others to find out which ones really help you get the best rest

The best electric toothbrushes in the UK for every budget, from Oral-B to Philips – tested

Electric toothbrushes promise healthier teeth and gums and can transform your oral hygiene. We put 29 models to the test

Experience: I sat under an oak tree every day for a year

After a period of burnout, I realised that nature knows what you need, and is always ready to offer it – you just have to be quiet enough to receive it

I want sex more often than my husband does – what can we do?

It sounds like you both see sex the same way, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith – and perhaps that’s part of the problem