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Unexpected life lessons in classic children’s stories

A good story can sweep us off our feet, take us to faraway lands, change our world views, or even teach us a lesson or two about life. Children’s stories and fairy tales, in particular, invite us to imagine a world beyond the one we live in, with wizards, queens, knights, beasts, flying carpets, and talking animals. In medieval times, fairy tales were coded with messages to preserve the values and beliefs of that society through the ages. While some of the lessons and morals we picked up from the Grimm Brothers may not have aged well, they remain subject to interpretation, as do stories from Indigenous oral tradition. Hidden within some of the most celebrated children’s stories in history are complex life lessons that continue to resonate with audiences from ages 8 to 88. From the cautionary tale of surrendering one’s voice in Disney’s The Little Mermaid to the life-saving power of storytelling in Islamic culture’s Arabian Nights, fairy tales and fables carry infinite wisdom for those from all walks of life. Read on to uncover the life lessons and unexpected messages in children’s stories.

2025-01-21T12:34:49Z

Spot the errors, Royal Family edition: Can you find them all?

Has an object moved or changed colour? Have decorations disappeared or changed shape? Look closely, and make sure to keep your eagle eye open. Good luck!

2025-11-25T10:56:53Z

Celebs light up the red carpet at the 2025 Fashion Awards

Ellie Goulding, Sienna Miller, Billie Piper, Ashley Graham, Rita Ora, Amanda Holden and her daughter Lexi, Raye, and many more arrive on the red carpet at the 2025 Fashion Awards at London's Royal Albert Hall.

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2025-12-04T10:10:20Z

Stocking stuffer ideas for Christmas

It's easy to spend a lot of time searching for the perfect Christmas gifts, only to end up neglecting the stockings over the fireplace. While the big gifts under the tree are important, stocking stuffers are a fun way to shower your loved ones with small gifts that can make life a bit easier and more fun. From gadgets to cosmetics, in this gallery you'll find items that are a way to give your friends and family an extra-special something. Click on for some practical, fun, and thoughtful stocking stuffers that won't break the bank!

2025-12-09T16:00:30Z

Psychologists reveal how to spot a manipulator in just seconds

Basic body language might be all you need to spot a master manipulator. A new study found a link between how a person stands and ' antisocial and manipulative personality traits.'

2024-12-24T18:12:26Z

Office romances: the do's and don'ts

Office romance is pretty common. After all, coworkers spend hours upon hours with each other most days of the week, so attraction may develop at some point. These can range from casual office flings to long-term relationships, and can go smoothly or horribly wrong. Dating in the workplace is a delicate matter that should be carefully considered. It can have personal repercussions as well as implications for your employer and colleagues. In this gallery, we go through a number of guidelines you should follow if you get romantically involved with another person at your workplace. Click on to find out the do's and don'ts of office romance.

2024-01-26T13:22:06Z

15 famous good boys and good girls statues around the world

They say dogs are “a human’s best friend,” and if ever there were 15 pooches who personified that statement, it would be those featured on this list. The following were so loyal and devoted to their owners—or so beloved by the masses—they had statues erected in their honour. Read on to learn more.

2025-05-26T10:04:38Z

How to tell if you're an empath

Empathy is one of the most important qualities a person can have. Sensitivity and understanding towards others are signs of emotional intelligence and are essential skills for building strong relationships. Empaths are different from the average person in that they feel empathy at a much higher level. They don’t just feel for someone, they feel with someone. The big challenge for empaths is to be compassionate without absorbing the stress of the people around them. They are natural carers and givers, but they often struggle to ask for help themselves when the well is dry. Click through this gallery to discover some of the key personality traits of an empath, and learn a few important self-care tips.

2025-04-24T15:26:16Z

Sydney Sweeney has her Marilyn moment on the red carpet

Sydney Sweeney wows in white with busty look for the premiere of 'Housemaid' in Los Angeles. Sweeney stays in the spotlight as she struck a pose alongside co-star Amanda Seyfried for the event.

2025-12-16T23:48:02Z

Christmas performances from around the world

Christmas is celebrated in different ways all around the world, but one thing everyone likes to do is come together to watch a festive spectacle. For some, this is a solemn, religious affair with candles and carols. For others, it's a big sparkly celebration with ballet dancers, ice skaters, and world-famous comedians. In the UK, men dress as dames and tell hilarious jokes, and in Austria, they dress as Krampus and perform scary dances. Intrigued? Click on to check out some of the best Christmas plays, pantomimes, and parades from around the world.

2025-12-03T09:16:10Z

What happens when we die?

The fear of death is often linked to the unknown. What happens after we die? Do we enter heaven, become an animal, or reset in a simulation? From Hindu, Rastafarian, or Buddhist theory, all of them try to explain what comes next. To explore various theories on death, here are 30 philosophies on the afterlife!

2024-11-28T09:07:39Z

Are you using expired makeup? Here's when to toss it

Hardly anyone keeps close track of their makeup bag, flitting through colors with the seasons and constantly counting on those old faithful formulas. But do you know when your makeup and skincare products expire? Or, perhaps a better question is: did you even know that makeup could expire? Besides the fact that old makeup doesn't look great or perform well, it can also be harmful to your skin and cause irritation and infection. Check out this gallery to find out when you really should be tossing your makeup.

2024-06-04T07:41:32Z

Your stress relief method based on your zodiac sign

Do you need a moment to relax? Well each star sign has its own characteristics and there are specific activities which correspond with each one, and knowing yours can help you relax better.Check out the gallery and see which is the best way to relax according to your star sign!

2024-09-11T15:50:26Z

Mouthwatering recipes that will make you love tofu

Tofu has a bad reputation among meat eaters. Yes, it's kind of an odd squishy thing without much flavor, but this is what makes it so versatile! It's packed with plant-based protein and can be added to any number of dishes from all kinds of different cultures. Its mild taste makes it the perfect blank canvas to soak up sauces and spices. Tofu comes in various forms and textures. Firm tofu can be used as a meat substitute and deep fried until it's crispy, while silken tofu makes incredibly decadent desserts. Someone who says they don't like tofu obviously hasn't had the chance to try all of these dishes! Click through to see what we mean.

2024-04-12T15:49:46Z

Home hand-painted by British artist goes on the market as art piece

British contemporary artist, Emily Powell, who spent the past decade hand-painting the inside of her Devon home, is to put the property on the market for £2 million. From floor to ceiling, each room has been painted to reflect an emotion, with figures, landscapes and objects from her life and travels. The house acts as a capsule for the latest stage of her art career, before her next project.

2025-12-03T12:03:02Z

2025-12-15T21:11:10Z

What was in style? A look at family homes from your birth decade

From the 1920s to the 1990s, the ordinary family home rapidly changed in the 20th century. Let's take a look back at what they might have looked like...

2025-02-15T08:14:35Z

The cutting edge of life as a samurai

Samurai have long been revered as iconic and renowned warriors of history. Their exploits have inspired numerous books, movies, and TV shows that help capture the essence of these ancient Japanese warriors. Beyond their well-known code, weaponry, and battle gear, the samurai class played a multifaceted role as guardians of Japan for over six centuries. Keep reading to uncover further fascinating insights into these legendary warriors.

2023-10-31T16:05:54Z

Kimberly Guilfoyle criticized for Thanksgiving dinner outfit in Athens

America's very glamorous ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, could hardly move in a skintight dress as she attended a Thanksgiving dinner in Athens last night.

2025-11-27T14:08:24Z

From Audrey to Gaga: Trailblazers of modern fashion

Fashion as it exists today has been shaped by many people throughout history. Fashion trailblazers have existed for centuries, but we’ve only begun documenting those who have made a lasting impact with their unique personal style. From Audrey Hepburn to more contemporary fashion icons like Zendaya and Harry Styles, each individual is part of the melting pot of modern fashion.

2024-12-24T17:22:57Z

Tate artist: Don't spoil my paintings building 85,000 solar panels in 'beautiful' Suffolk valley

Artist Michael Carlo, 80, warned 'one of the most beautiful valleys in England, hidden and unknown by so many people' was under threat if solar panels appeared there.

2025-12-03T16:42:25Z

Georgian wife's recipe for 'turtle' soup features in cook book

A Mrs Casters meticulously jotted down 160 recipes in the 229-year-old book as well as the details of her extensive list of suppliers.

2025-03-27T08:18:46Z

Woman trades homes with stranger she met online in 'real-life version of The Holiday'

A woman lived out her own version of The Holiday after swapping homes with a complete stranger whom she met online.

2025-11-19T12:25:50Z

Martha Stewart, 84, wears SKINNY JEANS for the first time

The 84-year-old home improvement specialist is the new face of American Eagle, a brand that Sydney Sweeney repped earlier this year with much controversy.

2025-11-25T19:30:21Z

You've been drying clothes wrong! Experts reveal why you should never put damp items on radiators

You might be tempted to turn to the quickest fix - putting damp clothes on a warm radiator. However, experts have warned against this hack.

2025-12-13T15:39:49Z

Bizarre eating habits of the stars

When they aren't attending fancy parties with finger food trays or trying the latest gourmet sushi bar, what do celebrities eat? From weird quirks to disgusting treats, some of the biggest names in entertainment follow some of the strangest diets. Browse this list of famous people with bizarre eating habits.

2024-09-03T11:47:06Z

I've been in Australia for 15 years - but there's a serious issue I have with the women here

Layla Subritzky has called Australia home for almost 15 years - but there's one thing preventing her from truly feeling 'at home'.

2025-09-11T03:29:26Z

20 surprising things you can put in the dishwasher

It’s time to open your eyes to the larger possibilities of that humble dishwasher. Beyond the usual glasses, dishes and pots, you can wash golf balls and hubcaps, cook salmon and asparagus, and give your plastic plants a thorough cleaning. Read on to kick your use of the dishwasher to the pro level.

2025-10-21T19:11:39Z

The surprisingly ancient history of ice cream

Ice cream, in its countless forms and flavors, is renowned across the globe. Today, it can be found in humble cones and freezer aisles, but ice cream actually began as a wonder of natural ingenuity and imperial indulgence. Across thousands of years and many civilizations, humans have pursued the mystery of cold and sweet with impressive creativity. How did ancient people create their own versions of ice cream? And how has this delicious delicacy evolved over the centuries? Every step of the way throughout human history, ice cream’s cold and sweet tale has been shaped by climate, culture, and the never-ending hope that some pleasures can be preserved and shared. Click through this gallery to find out more.

2025-07-28T09:15:52Z

2025-08-04T14:10:15Z

As a millennial, here are six life lessons I've learnt from my Gen-Z friends

Whenever I feel my age, it almost always happens when I’m around my Gen-Z friends. As a millennial, even though we have things in common, there are still times when the generation gap is obvious. Sometimes it’s funny, sometimes it’s confusing – and sometimes it hits me that this must’ve been exactly how my parents felt dealing with me as I was grow...

2025-05-23T18:15:36Z

Deceptively simple math riddle stumps the internet. Can you solve it under a minute?

A basic-looking math puzzle is going viral for a very unexpected reason: the answers seem totally wrong - until you crack the hidden pattern.

2025-05-18T19:42:48Z

Spooky paintings you wouldn't want hanging on your wall

Many of us like to hang paintings on our walls. After all, art is made to be observed, and what better way to do so than hanging the pictures of our choice in our homes. But not all paintings are created equal. Some are truly disturbing, and unless it's really your thing, you wouldn't want the images you're about to see in this gallery hanging on your walls. In fact, you'd want to stay well away from some of them, particularly the haunted ones! Click through to see the creepy paintings we're talking about.

2025-10-03T09:15:46Z

ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS: Who was the first fashion model?

Although Janice Dickinson claimed to have coined the term supermodel in 1979, in fact it was in use long before this. Modelling as a profession was established in 1853 by Charles Frederick Worth.

2025-03-07T00:24:26Z

David Attenborough, Shakespeare and... a Greggs sausage roll? Pastry to be immortalised in wax

A beloved British classic, the pastry will sit alongside the likes of well-known figures such as Sir David Attenborough, Stormzy, and William Shakespeare.

2025-05-29T20:11:03Z

Exploring the talents of each zodiac sign

When it comes to our personalities, it is no great secret that all of us have gifts. Sometimes our gifts are so obvious that we do not need to spend much time thinking about what they are or how to use them. Other times, however, we might have a hidden talent that we are wasting because we just don't know it's there! According to astrologists, our star signs can provide some guidance as to what that hidden talent might be. Curious? Check out this gallery to find out more.

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TV shows that can help you learn English

Watching your favorite TV show is a great way to help you learn or improve your English. If you already know the show well in your own language, understanding what they are saying in English will help. Watching with subtitles in English is also a great way to piece together the sounds of the words, so that you can follow more clearly and use them yourself. Watching shows is also a fun way to be exposed to new vocabulary and accents to improve your comprehension. So, where should you get started? Click on to see some of the best shows for English language learning.

2025-08-26T12:16:30Z

2025-12-16T20:37:35Z

Star backs new plan to make plus-size plane passengers pay for an extra seat

'Why don't they just make them fly cargo,' the radio host joked. 'If you are too big for one seat, then you just gotta buy two seats,' he later said.

2025-12-04T21:12:29Z

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2025-06-18T10:04:15Z

Get dressed with the pope: a guide to his iconic look

The role of pope has become synonymous with the white cassock, towering hat, and red leather shoes, but there is actually a lot more going on inside the papal wardrobe than you might think. While the pope may dress simply for day-to-day appearances, when there is a Mass there are many garments he must wear. From red velvet stockings to silk undergarments, every layer has historical and religious significance. And then there are the hats—from sombreros to tiaras, he has them all! However, the late Pope Francis made some changes when he took his place as Head of the Church, bucking a lot of the more lavish traditions and choosing to dress more humbly. As the world watches how Pope Leo XIII settles into his new role (and wardrobe), click on to peek inside the papal closet—and get dressed with the pope!

2025-04-08T10:06:00Z

Hanukkah: Understanding the Jewish holiday

Hanukkah, also referred to as Chanukah, is a well-known Jewish holiday that typically occurs in December, near the time of Christmas. Although some may inaccurately refer to it as "Jewish Christmas," the two holidays have very little in common aside from the time of year. Hanukkah commemorates a significant event in Jewish history and the subsequent miracle that followed. To delve into the true origins of this eight-day celebration and explore how it's celebrated today, click through the galley.

2023-12-07T11:21:32Z

Elle Macpherson's hair extensions are exposed as she heads out with her partner

Elle Macpherson suffered an awkward style mishap when she stepped out with her partner Doyle Bramhall on Monday.

2025-09-23T14:30:35Z

Royal Repeats: These Outfits Have Been Worn Multiple Times

Wherever the royal family goes, people tend to focus on their fashion. The women of the British royal family are especially known to stand out from the crowd! However, with all their amazing looks, you may miss the fact that even royals repeat an outfit every so often.Royal Repeats: These Outfits Have Been Worn Multiple TimesDuchess Kate and Duchess Meghan are considered modern style icons but even they have their favourite looks, spotted in the same dress or top on a few occasions. Click through our gallery to see the royal outfits that have made multiple appearances!

2025-04-12T05:24:52Z

What chefs eat: This is where UAE chefs dine abroad

These star UAE chefs dish what’s on their plate this travel season We’re spoiled for choice with restaurants in UAE. But this travel season, we’ve tapped some of our culinary greats for their favourite restaurants worldwide, to inspire where you dine on your globetrotting adventures. Check out what these UAE chefs eat around the world. […]

2025-07-30T12:18:21Z

I arrived home to a terrifying handwritten 'warning' note left for me by my neighbour

A young woman living alone in an apartment shared an ominous note from her neighbour, and everyone who read it urged her to take immediate action.

2025-12-10T23:59:24Z

Famous dogs that have stolen our hearts

Dogs are known as man's best friend for good reason — they capture our hearts like no other animal. Loyal, smart, and unconditionally loving, dogs have played an important role in human history for thousands of years. There are some dogs that stand out more than others, be it for their brave deeds, their contributions to entertainment, or their exceptional intelligence. In the following gallery, you'll find some of the most famous dogs that have earned a place in our collective memory and a soft spot in our hearts. Click on to meet them.

2025-06-13T17:48:01Z