Diane Ackerman 
If you’ve ever tried to book a vaguely popular camping spot over the summer months you know how difficult it is. It would seem that Australians are vastly outdoorsy types and any chance we get to escape to the beach or the bush, we’ll take it. In a bid to avoid the crowds (and beachside … Read more
Story time: glosses are usually not my forte, but after getting a much-needed re-up on my lip filler, I’ve decided to dip my foot (err, lips?) into their sticky, tacky waters. Lip glosses are usually nothing revolutionary, and most of the formulas on the market have a nearly-identical shine, shimmer, and texture — honestly, this … Read more
Although the holidays are a chance to relax and reset, a little stress over the festive season is inevitable. Aside from knotted shoulders and frayed nerves, when we feel stressed our bodies produce a glut of the stress hormone cortisol. It makes us feel anxious and on edge, triggering cravings of salty, fatty, and sugary … Read more
I’m a father of two, a five-year-old girl and a one-year-old boy. They are both happy and healthy and doing well in life. My daughter started school this year and loves it, she is leading her class in phonics and receiving great feedback from her teacher. But I keep hearing about child prodigies who had … Read more
As she crossed the finish line during the 200 metres at the Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile, in November, Toronto teenager Sheriauna Haase remembers how she felt. “In my head I was trying to play it cool but there’s no reason to. I just won a bronze medal and it was just insane.” Make … Read more
A bride-to-be has been embroiled in a bitter feud with her bridesmaids over who should cover the cost of their dresses. The woman — who’s due to get married in 2024 — said when she asked her loved ones to be in her wedding, she let them all know they would be responsible for paying … Read more
Cardi B has had quite the experimental December when it comes to makeup looks, which is not the least bit surprising considering she regularly opts for a bold, glamorous beat that pairs well with equally bold, glamorous hair and nails. There were the super-skinny brows she wore on the Balenciaga runway, the bright red lips … Read more
The clock strikes midnight. A new year begins. And all over the globe, on January 1, people undertake their various rituals to invite good luck for the next 365 days. Maybe you have a tradition of your own, or maybe you’d like to get a head start on your resolution to try something new by … Read more
Greasy hair, overspilling bags and crumpled clothing. The mood on the spring/summer 2024 catwalks last September was anything but polished. Who cares, some might say. But after having stealth wealth shoved in our faces for months, this was quite a vibe shift. Fashion is often hailed as a clairvoyant, using its hemlines and, more recently, … Read more
With the new year fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to rejuvenate your nightly dinner routine and start incorporating some new tools into your kitchen arsenal. If you haven’t hopped onto the airfryer trend yet, let 2024 be the year you consider it, particularly when there are such good Boxing Day deals to take advantage … Read more
