3 h. ago Common sign we've all seen means cold and hard winter coming

Nature could be warning us of a winter unlike any we've experienced in recent years

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52 h. ago I’m hiking in the Dolomites, Italy’s magical mountains – if only I could see them!

Poor weather couldn’t spoil my high-altitude walking trip amid these stunning peaks, especially with delicious, hearty Tyrolean cuisine to keep me goingWhen you come to the Dolomites for winter walking, it’s with the intention of having spellbinding snow-streaked peaks that are unlike anything else in the Alps as your constant companion. But with impenetrable cloud and heavy rain forecast, it was hard not to feel deflated.Then again, this was Italy, where it’s easy to make the best of things whatever the weather. And the 3 Zinnen Dolomites ski resort and nature park – right on Italy’s border with Austria, about two-and-a-half hours north of Venice, is always charming, with the usual jumble of cultures you see in South Tyrol. Part Italian, it’s more Austrian thanks to the legacy of the Habsburgs, who ruled this part of Italy until 1918. Hence most places have an Austrian and an Italian name, 3 Zinnen or Tre Cime (meaning three peaks) being a case in point. It’s the hom...

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5 d. ago People with specific cough urged to see GP especially if they fall into these groups

Coughs can seem unavoidable in the winter months, but some additional symptoms could mean it’s a sign of COPD rather than just the common cold

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8 d. ago The one change that worked: I had Sad and felt desperate – until a scientist gave me some priceless advice

Since I was a teenager I had struggled in winter, experiencing excessive tiredness and low mood. A specific instruction lifted the gloomI’m pretty sure I must be half human, half plant – how else to explain why I need the light to thrive? During the brighter seasons I feel fine, but when winter comes and the light begins to fade, I start drooping.I have struggled with seasonal affective disorder (Sad) since I was a teenager. The symptoms of Sad are similar to regular depression, with low moods and lethargy, and can be equally debilitating. Over the years I’ve experienced the full Sad spectrum, from moments of excessive tiredness and carb cravings (yes, those are official Sad symptoms), to a low point of breaking down crying on the kitchen floor after school because it was so cold, dark and bleak. Continue reading...

Economics

8 d. ago 4 hacks to dry your clothes without a tumble dryer – including space

WITH bills constantly rising, if you’re looking for more affordable ways to dry your clothes this winter, you’ve come to the right place. Instead of splashing the cash using your tumble dryer to get your laundry dry, the Queen of Clean has shared the four space-saving hacks she swears by to ensure your wet washing...

Technology

8 d. ago Eight of the best Caribbean islands for your winter sun boost

Here are the sun-kissed Caribbean shores to retreat to come winter

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1 week ago Skin looking dull, dry or ghostly? The You magazine team reveal their favourite winter skin savers under £10

From rich moisturisers to transformative tanning lotions, there are loads of budget-friendly products that pack a punch when it comes to making us look less grey and tired in winter.

Economics

1 week ago Strong winds can bring gale warnings to communities near water. Here's what that means

The strong storms and declining temperatures that come with winter can cause significant winds

Events

1 week ago Doctors' strikes 'couldn't come at worse time for NHS' amid winter pressures and increased delays for patients, warns boss

The strike 'threatens to wipe out a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fix our national health service', warns one NHS boss

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2 w. ago Winter terraces in London: cosy spots to dine outside, from Hawk's Nest to Acme Fire Cult

Al fresco dining shouldn't end come winter, there are plenty of cosy spots outside in London

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2 w. ago Cheapest way to heat your home this winter – and it could save you £240

THE Energy Saving Trust has shared eight practical ways to keep your home warm and energy-efficient this winter. From draught-proofing to insulation upgrades, each measure comes with typical costs, savings, and payback times to help you make informed choices. Draught-proofing your home is one of the simplest and most effective ways to save energy. Around...

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2 w. ago 'Daddy, I love you, but you're not my dad, I am Madeleine McCann': Father of Polish fantasist who believed she was missing Maddie reveals their heartbreaking last meeting

Despite a two-year age difference, the insistence of her own Polish family and even the cold, hard evidence of a DNA test - Julia Wandelt remained resolute.

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2 w. ago 'Stunning' Lulu Guinness bag comes in the perfect winter colour and has £64 off

Lulu Guinness has just launched a new handbag that comes in the perfect 'stunning winter colour' and we know how to save £64 on it with clever money saving hack

Economics

3 w. ago Ducking annoying: why has iPhone’s autocorrect function gone haywire?

The internet has been rumbling about autocorrect for years – and now AI is changing how the technology worksDon’t worry, you’re not going mad.If you feel the autocorrect on your iPhone has gone haywire recently – inexplicably correcting words such as “come” to “coke” and “winter” to “w Inter” – then you are not the only one. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago I grew up in the South West – it has the best Christmas markets, including one that feels like medieval times

THE UK must be home to hundreds, if not thousands, of Christmas markets - but having explored many across the UK, the South West is home to the best. Devon comes alive in the winter months - the moors become snowy, small villages have pubs with glowing fires and towns become decked out with huge...

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3 w. ago LIZ JONES: I've got a message to all those formerly obese women preening in front of the mirror after losing weight on Mounjaro

I'm in awe of anyone who can look objectively at their reflection without recoiling, screaming at the chasm between how you think you look to others... and the cold, hard reality.

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last month 10 winter sun holidays for all budgets – with 7 nights from £193pp

HERE comes the sun – even in winter. As it gets chillier in the UK, it’s time to book a break to escape to warmer climes. And you don’t just have to lie on a sun bed. How about biking on the Caribbean island of Saint Kitts, walking through the Provence countryside or cruising around...

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