All news by author: Paul Speed

Taking a test is the only surefire way to find out whether or not we have Covid as the symptoms can easily be mistaken for those of a cold or the flu. But when is the best time to test yourself? And why shouldn't you eat or drink beforehand?

People are more likely to die from a heart attack, cancer or other causes within a decade if they walk at a slower pace, say British researchers

Michael Mosley, famed for his creation of the Fast 800 and 5:2 diets, discusses the benefits of Pilates in his podcast with expert Professor Ruth Melo

The canny, intensely suspenseful crime thriller A Nearly Normal Family is based on Mattias Edvardsson's critically acclaimed bestseller, in which a teenager accused of murder provokes a crisis for every person close to her.

Laughing gas is one of the most commonly used drugs by 16 to 24-year-olds today, but it will be banned next month - with serious repeat offenders facing up to two years in jail. But do you think making it illegal will really stop people using it?

Misleading labelling can often lead us to believe we're hitting that five-a-day goal, when actually we aren't. Here, a wellness expert lists some foods that don't make the grade

The NHS describes skin tags as ‘small growths that hang off your skin’. Although common and harmless, they can be removed if they become bothersome.

The streaming giant Netflix is having a good old clear out, with some much-loved movies to be cast onto the fire next month. So be sure to catch this little lot while you can!

Prime Video's adult animated series, Invincible, follows 17-year-old Mark Grayson’s struggling transition into a superhero, under the guidance of his father Omni-Man, the most powerful being on the planet.

Hollywood icon Keanu Reeves straps himself in for Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story - a new Disney Plus four-parter which charts the incredible rise of the titular team who came out of nowhere to clinch the 2009 world title

Whether it’s a steaming hot cup of coffee or a refreshing mug of tea, a caffeine-hit to start the day is simply routine for practically all of us. But too much of the stimulant can stir up trouble for our bodies - in particular the mind.

Ten decades of creativity, innovation, and sheer determination created The Walt Disney Company we know today, but how well do you actually know your favourite movies? Let's find out with our Disney films quiz

When we go to our GP feeling ill, the solution is often not a prescription. Here, a doctor explains how we need to look at the grassroots of the problem and take it upon ourselves to make some serious lifestyle changes

Sleep may be just as important for good health as diet and exercise - but prioritising a restful slumber is often towards the bottom of our list of priorities. Here, a sleep expert shares her fab five tips for a great night's kip

The Duchess of Sussex starred in seven seasons of legal drama Suits before leaving in 2018 ahead of her royal wedding to Prince Harry

For some of us, the lack of proper digestion means food sometimes reaches the gut in the same way it was eaten, which can draw water to the stomach, producing tummy cramps, gas and making us feel bloated

We can learn a lot from the longest-living people on the planet, who swear by nine important rules to help slow the ageing process

The eight-part limited series, based on Si Spencer's graphic novel of the same name, follows four different detectives from four different time periods - ranging from the late 19th century up to the future

Eagerly-awaited four-parter features never-before-seen archive footage spanning the singer’s impressive 30-year career, from his time in Take That to his breakout success as a solo artist.

We all know fish is good for us, but experts say that not all varieties are quite so good if we should be watching our blood pressure. Here are the two types you may need to limit in your diet.

Dr Who fans can already enjoy the show's post-2005 relaunch on the BBC iPlayer, but from next month episodes from the original 1963-89 run will be available on the platform, too

Popular Netflix drama has a 95 per cent critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with fans praising its 'epic run' while voicing their frustration at the battle axeing of another favourite series

With our country's retail staff having to face a daily barrage of violence and abuse as the shoplifting epidemic continues to blight our high streets, ex-policing minister Hazel Blears has called for a return of Anti-Social Behaviour orders. But will that help?

Seasonal Affective Disorder is remarkably common, with some two million of us Brits dealing with it as the nights draw in and temperatures drop. But help is at hand - and what you eat can make all the difference

Haunted Mansion on Disney Plus features a galaxy of stars including Danny DeVito, Owen Wilson and Jamie Lee Curtis on frighteningly good form. So grab a cup of cocoa, dim those lights, and prepare to enjoy this good-time supernatural horror comedy.