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Nine ways to keep your bones strong and healthy as you age

Joint pain, osteoporosis and stress fractures become increasingly common as you enter midlife

The Independent UK · Feb 2

Seven simple ways to maintain muscle strength later in life

As we age, many people notice small changes that make them feel a little weaker or slower. Here’s why

The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2025

‘It sounds like witchcraft’: can light therapy really give you better skin, cleaner teeth, stronger joints?

From infrared saunas to LED beauty masks, a billion-dollar market has grown around the healing power of light. But where does the science end and the hype begin?

The Guardian - UK · Oct 26, 2025

How tennis could be harming your body – and why it does you good

From tennis elbow to brilliant cardio – these are the pros and cons of our favourite summer sport.

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2023

Steal Their Style: The best outfits we spotted people wearing out and about in Manchester this year

Thinking about starting a new wardrobe to coincide with the new year? Here are our favourite outfits spotted in Manchester this year

Manchester Evening News · Dec 31, 2022

Freezing fog, the picturesque but potentially dangerous weather phenomenon

Early morning commuters are accustomed to fog blanketing the roads in winter, but those in the aviation game know of something more insidious: freezing fog.

ABC News · Jul 4, 2022

More Tasmanians unable to afford to rent and the number seeking help to pay for essentials is growing

As the Tasmanian winter sets in, Michael Reardon and many others who can't afford to rent are struggling to keep warm.

ABC News · Jun 3, 2022

Rental crisis in Tasmania forcing more into permanent spots in caravan parks

When Rowen and Leanne Carter opened their caravan park in Tasmania's Huon Valley 10 years ago, they decided it would be purely for tourists, with no long-term spots. But then the housing crisis came knocking at their door.

ABC News · Jun 1, 2022

People are surrendering their lockdown pets, so the Lost Dogs Home is holding an adoption drive for big breeds

The Lost Dogs Home in Melbourne said many people adopted dogs without doing their proper research during COVID-19 lockdowns, leading to an increase in surrenders of big dogs which don't suit all lifestyles.

ABC News · Mar 10, 2022