Diane Ackerman 
Clocking 15-hour days at work, father-of-two Jimmy Mitchell recalls the rare occasions when he saw his kids awake. He worked long hours to keep food on the table, pay rent and bills. But as the cost of living increased, the dad hit boiling point. So he sold everything, packed up and left Australia – indefinitely. … Read more
Venus, the planet of love, graces your sign twice in 2024 – first on Friday, February 16, and again on Saturday, December 7. During these transits, you’ll feel a heightened sense of happiness and security in your relationships. There’s less stress about the need to control outcomes, allowing you to let things unfold naturally. A significant shift … Read more
Have a list This may seem obvious but don’t underestimate it. Check in with your wardrobe regularly, to check where your gaps are. I have a permanent wishlist on my phone of such items, including a few new pieces each season that I am lusting over, then you are clear on what you need and … Read more
Paris may boast many of the world’s grandest and most storied hotels, but Madame Rêve, which opened in 2022, stands apart from competitors—not just for its elegance, but for its sense of discretion. Located in a Haussman-era building just a short (and picturesque walk) from the Palace des Victoires, the Jardin du Palais-Royal, and the … Read more
Whether you’re having a big get-together or lying low on the sofa, seeing out the year with good food is always a good idea. The options, as I see them, are threefold. One is to go all out – cue an entire baked cheese, not least because we know, come the stroke of midnight, we’re … Read more
Prue and Lisa always knew they wanted children. And as a same-sex couple, the NSW paramedics knew IVF was in their future. What they didn’t know was how artificial intelligence (AI) would play a huge role in allowing them to achieve their dream. Catch the best deals and products hand-picked by our team at Best … Read more
Aries season begins on Tuesday, March 19, and lasts through Friday, April 19. It’s your solar return, and you should celebrate your birthday and make this time of year about your joy. But when romantic Venus dances into your sign on Friday, April 5, your romantic relationships take center stage. Some Aries may accept marriage proposals around this time … Read more
Looking after your hair is important. Internet users are sharing how they keep their hair hydrated in the winter and the oil techniques they use to strengthen their hair. Haircuts don’t have age limits, and everyone should wear their hair how they like. However, it’s common for women over 40 to choose shoulder-length or shorter … Read more
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As 2023 comes to a close, we’re eager to reflect on the year in more ways than one. From nostalgic makeup products that blew up TikTok to sustainable skin-care innovations that reshaped our routines, the last 12 months have been a playground for beauty editors to rediscover old formulas—and fall in love with new ones. … Read more
2023 has been another bumper year for TV costume departments. From the silk-lined luxury of Succession to the haute couture return of And Just Like That, opulent period-dressing in The Gilded Age and dystopian distress in The Last of Us, clothing on the small screen has been central to character, evocative of mood – as … Read more
