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If it's quality sleep you're after, you'd better make sure you're paying attention to eating the right foods - as they directly impact our body's ability to relax and enter into a state conducive to catching those Zs

Tory MPs sat glued to their mobile phones in the Commons on the same day ministers ordered pupils to get off theirs. Has the time come to ban such devices in Parliament?

Tautly-scripted Netflix eight-parter centres around an everyday student deciding to kill evildoers and a detective trying to bring him to justice. The show's cat-and-mouse narrative has proved another mega-hit for the platform

Loose vegetables and fruits are often poked and prodded in supermarkets, and failing to wash them before eating can lead to food poisoning, sickness and diarrhoea. Here, an expert gives their run-down on the grub you really need to clean before chomping

Struggling publicans warn the much-loved British boozer is at risk of disappearing unless the government steps in. But as a spiralling cost-of-living crisis continues to hit us in the pocket, can we still afford to support our struggling pubs?

Wanting to get rid of pesky weeds is a common bugbear for many a gardener, but doing so needn't necessarily mean going down the chemical route. Here, an expert shares two simple tricks to keep unwanted plants at bay the natural way

If you're struggling to sell your property, giving your front door a lick of paint could be just the transformative touch it needs. And it turns out bright colours are not the winner many people think ... with one shade in particular proving particularly attractive

While it's understandable to think the cost of living crisis and recent news of a recession have all but derailed any 'sprucing up' plans you had for your garden, you'll be inspired to learn how a little creativity can go a surprisingly long way...

Perhaps you were a diehard Sega fan, zipping around at breakneck speed with Sonic the Hedgehog? Or maybe you preferred the Super Nintendo with the platforming fun of Super Mario Land or beating your mate in Streetfighter II? Whatever your gaming console of all time is - we want to know!

'How much you stress and worry about your finances is actually more important than how much you are financially struggling ...' Here, we ask clinical psychologist Dr Thomas Richardson - an expert on the relationship between financial difficulties and mental health problems - how best to cope in the cost of living crisis

The world's number one streaming platform has something for everyone next month, whether it be Guy Ritchie's hotly-anticipated crime caper The Gentlemen, Millie Bobby Brown's Damsel in distress ... or a real stinker from a Hollywood A-lister if you're feeling brave

Most Mirror readers want to make it illegal to park on pavements, but some think such a bold move would actually cause more problems than it solves. What do you think?

One look at the latest trailer for Netflix's hotly-anticipated action/adventure Damsel has fans of Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown counting down the days to watch this dark spin on a classic fairy tale

Waking up ahead of the alarm can occur on such a regular basis it's only natural to question why we bother even setting one in the first place. But why does it happen? Here, an expert explains exactly what's going on - and what you can do to stop it

Many have called for the prime minister Rishi Sunak to apologise to the parents of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey following his jibe about transgender people in the Commons.

Star-crossed lovers, a heart-thumping turn-of-the century romance, a comedic take on a Shakespeare classic and a thrilling interpretation of a Jane Austen masterpiece are just some of the fab films on Disney Plus to get you in the mood for love this Valentine's Day

Pavement parking is one of the biggest complaints from pedestrians, so isn't it high time it was banned? An official report seems to think so - but what do you think?

With five new bonus tracks not seen in theatres or when it was initially released on demand last year, you can finally get to see Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in its entirety from the comfort of your own home next month

There's a mega relaxing sound out there for everyone, you just need to find yours. Here, two experts reveal the nation's ten most comforting noises - from a cat's purr to waves lapping on the shore - and exactly how they affect our brain.

We know what you're thinking - Netflix's all-time number one TV show must be Stranger Things, right? Well, the streaming giant has finally done some number-crunching to bring you the definitive top ten of its most-watched shows ever

With chicken that's juicy on the inside and crisped to perfection on the outside, it's no wonder Nando's is so popular. So why not have a go at imitating the restaurant chain's signature style in the comfort of your own kitchen?

The post apocalyptic sci-fi spectacular was released in 2014, but now a whole new legion of admirers are discovering it in 2024 thanks to eager fans hailing it a 'masterpiece' in a highly influential Facebook group

Written by the Mirror's Jason Beattie, our politics newsletter helps you stay on top of everything happening in Westminster and beyond, including General Election news, strikes, and the cost of living crisis

Since King Charles III's cancer diagnosis, the strength and depth of support shown by so many has been nothing short of heartwarming. Here, we give you the chance to send your own personal message of goodwill to the monarch

Thanks to a new £645 million deal with NHS England, patients can now be treated for a host of common illnesses at their local pharmacy instead of waiting for a GP appointment - and while most of you thought it was a bad move, hundreds were more than happy about it