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Carina Stathis, Senior Features Writer, Australia

Carina is a Senior Features Writer based in the Sydney office and has been with Daily Mail since 2020. She covers a range of lifestyle topics for Mail+ including relationships and dating, travel, health, heartfelt 'real life' stories and more.

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Ozempic side-effects made me embarrass myself in the foyer of a four-star Turkish hotel. A single change to my medication stopped it overnight

03/02/26 12:18

When Susan Judd started taking Ozempic, she thought she would have the same positive outcome as her close friend - but her experience of the drug was quite the opposite....read

The truth about being an 'alpha widow': I spent my 20s being flown around the world by rich men and partying on yachts. Now I'm 32, can't settle for a 'normal' guy - and time is running out
29/01/26 12:49
Sara's 20s had been one long, non‑stop party, spent casually dating a string of so‑called 'high‑value men'. Now 32, she is considering starting a family - and must come to terms with an uncomfortable truth.
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A simple trick cured my tinnitus after a long-haul flight left me in misery for months. Here's the miracle method I wish everyone knew
27/01/26 11:50
'I was frustrated because it was always there, especially at night. I was disappointed to know that this was going to be with me for ever.'
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I made the ultimate sacrifice to get sober after my crippling wine addiction. Most women would be too ashamed to admit it, but it saved my life: SHANNAN KYM
25/01/26 12:21
In August 2019, Shannan Kym finally found the strength to stop drinking for good. But after a previous relapse, this time she knew she would need to take drastic measures.
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Doctors said I'd die without Ozempic or a gastric sleeve. Here's how I proved them wrong - losing 32kg in a YEAR without medical assistance
18/01/26 12:39
Weighing 117kg and a size 22, Dionne had expected empathy and guidance from her doctor - but instead received a blunt response. After leaving, she knew there had to be another way.
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We might be in the last property boom of this decade. Here's how smart buyers can win over the rest - and the mistakes to avoid if you don't want to fall behind: RASTI VAIBHAV
17/01/26 01:47
In a red-hot property market, the idea of owning a home has shifted from an expectation to a question mark.
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Two simple diet rules supercharged my Mounjaro weight loss after the jabs stopped working: I plateaued after dropping four dress sizes… with these changes, I reached my goal
14/01/26 12:16
Two years ago, Louise Peachman felt trapped in her own body. Tipping the scales at 101.5kg (223.7lbs), every day was a struggle for the mother-of-four who could barely complete simple tasks.
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Can you give yourself cancer from divorce stress? Many women suspect so - but Briar's alarming story of going from perfect health to a deadly diagnosis will stop you in your tracks
09/01/26 03:00
'From the outside, Briar Kirkby's life looked picture-perfect - a gorgeous home, a beautiful family, and a thriving business. But inside, she was utterly miserable...'
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The brutal truth about why women let themselves go in relationships - and why it takes leaving their husbands to find themselves again
04/01/26 12:41
Jewel Thaung moved out at 19 to live with her boyfriend. It was the beginning of a battle with her weight that she'd only win after facing the truth about her relationship.
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The unexpected $5 item from Aldi shoppers are obsessing over: 'Rollercoaster of emotions'
01/01/26 05:10
Aldi Australia has sent shoppers into a frenzy after launching a popular affordable product.
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What the 2026 full moon means for YOUR star sign: Hidden truths and tensions boil over - and it's bad news if you're a Sagittarius or Aries
01/01/26 03:31
The first full moon of 2026 is set to stir emotions and reveal hidden truths as a 'Wolf Moon' rises.
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Why neighbour's note about a noise complaint has got everyone talking: 'You can't tell people to live on your schedule'
01/01/26 01:01
A neighbour has faced backlash from hundreds online after debating whether to leave a note in their noisy neighbour's letterbox.
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Kmart launches massive clearance sale - with up to 75 per cent off (and prices start from 10 CENTS)
31/12/25 10:34
Shoppers are racing to Kmart Australia to get their hands on mega bargains.
Why shoppers are racing to Kmart and Target for sell-out $14 item: 'Perfect for summer'
29/12/25 05:16
Bargain-hungry shoppers have been left in a frenzy over Kmart and Target's must-have summer essential.
The $29 tech gadget from Kmart Australia travellers are going wild for - and it's a 'dupe' of $800 item: 'OMG I need it'
26/12/25 12:05
A budget-friendly gadget from Kmart Australia has swiftly risen in popularity among shoppers since landing on shelves.
Kmart shoppers in hysterics over 'sad' $10 purchase: 'What did you expect?
23/12/25 11:42
A customer who bought a $10 item from Kmart Australia was shocked after opening the box.
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A terrified Marilyn Monroe hired my grandfather as her private investigator. Within a week, they were both dead. This is what he discovered
23/12/25 12:33
As Scott traced his grandfather's footsteps from his early work in the FBI to working as Monroe's private investigator in her last days, a chilling possibility began to take shape...
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An unfathomably random medical error found my silent cancer that affects one in 80 people - and is worryingly common in women
18/12/25 12:25
Katie Tombs was just days away from a once-in-a-lifetime trip around the world when a chance discovery revealed a devastating diagnosis -completely changing the course of her life at 27.
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Too critical. Loose-lipped. Immature. Won't apologise: Adult children estranged from their parents reveal with brutal honesty why they WON'T be reaching out this Christmas
17/12/25 01:05
Dr Tanya Finnie remembers the exact moment she cut ties with her psychologist father. Despite the three-year legal battle that followed, she has no regrets.
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My white wine habit almost killed me. Weeks after my last drop, I received the diagnosis every woman fears
15/12/25 12:25
Kathryn Elliot had finally had enough in 2019. But 55 days after pouring her bottles of chardonnay down the drain, her life changed forever.
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I'm a skin expert and I can tell if you drink or smoke just by looking at your face. Here's the good (and bad) news about how you can reverse the damage
08/12/25 12:29
We all know the feeling of waking up with a pounding headache and queasy tummy after a big night out. But most people don't think of the impact alcohol and cigarettes have on your appearance.
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My 93 days of pure hell as a hostage of Somali pirates. Their unfathomable cruelty changed me. Even a decade on, I flinch on the school run
02/12/25 02:38
More than a decade on, the trauma of her ordeal is never far away. Everyday moments - a school run, a raised voice from the back seat - can trigger panic and bring back the fear she lived through.
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The rise of Ozempic babies: Some call them happy accidents of weight loss, but mothers - including one who fell pregnant on birth control - are convinced weight loss jabs work fertility miracles
01/12/25 01:34
Deb Oliviara has always wanted to be a mum and have a family of her own. But the journey to motherhood wasn't a straight line as she experienced heartbreaking fertility issues.
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The positively geared hotspots new investors can't miss: The Melbourne suburbs where rent is tipped to exceed mortgage payments in just three years AND prices are 'ridiculously' low... but the bargains won't last
30/11/25 01:07
One of the biggest reasons Australians with enough savings for a deposit on a small investment property hesitate to buy is the fear that the purchase will turn into a monthly cash drain.
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The simple and free '3-2-1 rule' that longevity experts say can help shave years off your biological age - and the big mistake most people make with fasting
26/11/25 12:17
From sleep tracking and cold plunges to gene testing, 'biohacking' is reshaping how we think about ageing, turning the pursuit of a longer life into a daily, data-driven experiment.
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After a shattering diagnosis, doctors said I'd never fall pregnant naturally. At 46, a single lifestyle tweak changed everything
13/11/25 02:18
'I hated my body and myself. For me, I found it very difficult, especially when our friends started getting pregnant. I didn't know how to handle the emotions.'
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'Everyday biohacking' helped me lose 20kg, cured my back pain AND sleep apnoea. I'm proof you can reduce your biological age without spending a fortune
10/11/25 12:44
Five years ago, Jeremy Cabral worried that his weight and lifestyle would cut his life short, robbing him of precious moments with his young family.
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After struggling with my weight for years, I spent $650 and discovered I have 'fat genes'. Then I dropped 20kg with one simple change
09/11/25 11:51
Throughout her twenties, Michaela tried to slim down. The rate of loss was always maddeningly slow and all it took was a small slip-up for her to put the weight back on.
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Residents of a quiet beachside suburb up in arms after learning a horde of Gen-Z influencers will take over a notorious $10million mansion once famed for OnlyFans parties
07/11/25 01:03
A notorious beachfront mansion known for its wild OnlyFans parties and loud antics has neighbours worried once again.
I predicted the real estate boom in Adelaide and Brisbane. Melbourne is next to explode - and you can make a fortune by buying in these 8 cheap suburbs... but you'll need to be quick
01/11/25 03:27
While high interest rates, new taxes and tighter rental regulations have made some buyers wary of Victoria, one investor has not been put off. In fact, he's made a fortune from similar bold predictions.
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Andi is 52 but looks 35 - and she's never had a facelift: These are the 6 steps she follows that make her look ageless
30/10/25 12:01
Andi Lew is often mistaken for being 15 years younger than she actually is. The mother-of-one from Sydney who now lives in Los Angeles, shares the secrets to her ageless appearance.
Fibromyalgia was slowly killing me and doctors were useless. Here's how I finally cured my chronic pain with an ancient medicine and got my life back
29/10/25 11:55
When Lee woke one morning in 2008, a deep, unshakeable ache pinned her to the bed. She hadn't exercised, partied, or touched a drop of alcohol - yet she felt as though she'd been hit by a truck.
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An evil love scammer went after my lonely mother. The lost thousands was bad enough... then I learned what she'd also sent 'him'
28/10/25 12:53
After 25 years of being single and living alone in her retirement village, Julee Mckeen never imagined she'd fall in love again - let alone with a stranger online.
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I raised the alarm on what's causing the bowel cancer epidemic in young people. Every single study since has proved me right - and it's NOT just ultra-processed foods
27/10/25 04:20
Figures show the risk of being diagnosed with bowel cancer before age 40 has skyrocketed since 2000 - and the Daily Mail has been documenting many heartbreaking cases in recent years.
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The little-known chromosome disorder every woman struggling to have a baby should know. Doctors rarely test for it - and a diagnosis can spare you YEARS of heartbreak
26/10/25 12:48
While the condition doesn't cause health problems for the carrier, it can 'significantly impact' fertility and pregnancy outcomes.
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Could this radical treatment for depression be the solution for high-achieving women who don't want to be numbed by SSRIs?
24/10/25 01:36
Dr Catriona Wallace found purpose through work operating a high-flying company and being a leader to others - in many ways it became her 'obsession'.
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I lost $385,000 gambling, even leaving my mum's hospital bedside to play the pokies. My rock bottom moment came when even casino staff took pity on me
23/10/25 02:06
Christina Cook battled a gambling addiction for 15 years after first setting foot in a casino that opened near her home when she was 28.
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The dark side of Duromine: Some doctors prefer it to Ozempic and Mounjaro - but these patients reveal how the drug shattered their lives with terrifying side effects
22/10/25 01:44
Maxi Dottori, 31, took Duromine when she was 20 as a 'quick fix' to lose weight but didn't last longer than four weeks on the prescribed weight loss medication due to horrific side effects.
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My husband left me while I was in the depths of postnatal anxiety. A casual act of cruelty as I went into labour proved our marriage was doomed
20/10/25 02:00
Jen Waite thought she was having a baby with the love of her life. But after giving birth, her world came crashing down after she stumbled across an unexpected email.
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The deadly cocaine pipeline women DON'T talk about: I was doing lines five days a week... but it was another drug passed around on a plate at a posh party that nearly killed me
15/10/25 09:39
At a house party, Belinda watched as friends passed around a plate. She was used to cocaine - in fact, she was doing lines and bumps five days a week - but this was another beast entirely.
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Iconic 2000s pop powerhouse Anastacia reveals her favourite Sydney restaurant - and the heartbreaking reason she won't move to Australia permanently
12/10/25 02:18
US pop star Anastacia delighted Aussie music fans on Saturday night when she made a surprise appearance at a karaoke event in Sydney's The Roundhouse.
Young Aussies have been sold a lie about buying a house. Here's how Gen Z can launch onto the property ladder without living in regret
11/10/25 12:47
Young Aussies who've scrimped to buy their first home are living with buyer's regret as interest rates sore - but there is a way for them to get on the ladder without the strain, expert say.
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The brutal truth that Ozempic sceptics don't want to admit: I lost weight the hard way... then tried the jabs. Here's my honest opinion
10/10/25 01:26
In 2021, Tiffani lost 25kg the old-fashioned way thanks to a low-carb diet and meal replacement shakes. Then her world was turned upside down by the breakdown of her marriage.
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The TRUTH about being divorced and living with your ex: No, I don't mind his new girlfriend - what bothers me most are the judgy parents who all say the same thing
09/10/25 12:35
When Katie and Beau Lynch decided to end their marriage 2022, they didn't follow the traditional script of bitter separation. Instead they decided to continue living under the same roof.
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My mother hugged me and knew instantly I had a heart condition. This is the tell-tale sound to listen for - and it could save your life
08/10/25 10:45
Neeta, a trained GP, drew her daughter in for a hug and instant noticed an anomaly that would end up saving her daughter's life.
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My ADHD symptoms were crippling and medication only made it worse. Then I discovered a 10c supplement and now I'm drug-free
05/10/25 12:38
Father-of-two Jeremiah took ADHD medication 'on and off' for five years. 'While meds gave me short bursts of productivity, it felt like a trade-off I couldn't sustain long-term,' he said.
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I was sober for six years then relapsed on a pantry staple that isn't safe in any alcoholic's home. Don't make the same mistake I did
26/09/25 04:03
Nikki Langman, 47, was six-and-a-half years sober when she relapsed in a way she never saw coming - risking everything she'd fought so hard to rebuild
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I was an atheist... until I died for three minutes. What I witnessed proves that one of the most enduring myths about the afterlife is REAL
24/09/25 01:34
Tricia Barker wasn't a spiritual or religious person - even though she grew up in a Christian household - but everything changed after a horrific near-death experience at age 21.
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Everyone knows the risks of cocaine and alcohol. But even a perfect family couldn't save me from the deadliest addiction of all... and I ended up in jail with my baby
22/09/25 10:51
The greatest torment of Sian McLear's life in jail wasn't the haunting sound of steel kissing steel, but knowing this was where her infant son, George, was growing up.
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The eight signs of financial infidelity revealed by divorce lawyer: Victims say it's WORSE than cheating - but the red flags are easy to ignore
18/09/25 11:15
When a partner strays, the betrayal cuts deep - but when they hide money, debt or secret bank accounts, it can be even more damaging. And it's a lot more common than you'd expect.
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Thought Thailand's dirty old men were bad? This is what young women are doing in Bali and why you should never let your girlfriend go there solo
17/09/25 01:50
Melissa Zahorujko has been in Bali for the last two months and revealed shameful secrets of what really happens at the popular destination.
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I thought stress from my divorce was causing my tiredness and aching muscles... Instead, I had a cancer so deadly, most don't survive a year
15/09/25 01:50
The basketball court had always been Melissa Sullivan's sanctuary - a place to forget the turmoil of her divorce and the reality of raising her daughters alone.
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The downfall of Dubai's dropshipping queen: Emma promised to coach her clients to Amazon riches - now, in a shock development, her empire has crumbled: SPECIAL INVESTIGATION BY CARINA STATHIS
14/09/25 01:37
Emma Cunningham (pictured) promised to teach clients how to generate 'passive income' through selling products without ever seeing the inventory - a practice known as dropshipping.
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The 'zapping' sensation that was the first sign of suicide disease: There is no cure - and the pain is so agonising that most simply end their lives. Now a sufferer bravely tells her story
12/09/25 04:06
Emily and Andy Morton had a picture-perfect life. But their world was forever changed in February 2022 when Emily experienced what she thought was just a severe 'toothache'.
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I was put on citalopram for my anxiety. A single lifestyle change that no doctor thought to suggest finally cured my nerves - and now I'm antidepressant-free
10/09/25 10:47
From the outside, Jodi Clark had it all: a career, a happy home, and the kind of polished exterior that suggested everything was under control. But behind closed doors, her reality was far more fragile.
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The everyday forgetfulness that was really a sign of early onset dementia - and the specialist that finally saw what medical doctors couldn't
08/09/25 04:10
The gentle hiss of boiling water. The rhythmic ticking of a kitchen clock. These were the mundane sounds of a quiet afternoon at home for mother-of-two Natalie Ive.
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What lies beyond: Hidden behind this old jam factory in Hobart lies a breathtaking escape with an incredible (and quirky) nod to Aussie history
05/09/25 12:14
If you walked past this building in Hobart, you'd be forgiven for thinking it was simply another building along the harbour...
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Spooked by the spare bedroom levy? Beat the tax ghouls using the property secrets that the rich DON'T want you to know about
04/09/25 04:31
Australians who've spent a lifetime paying taxes - and the mortgage on their family home - were dealt a blow last week when a radical proposal was raised at the government's productivity roundtable.
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Struggling with brain fog? Read this BEFORE you jump on the creatine bandwagon. The supplement is hailed as a miracle cure - but a neuroscientist reveals you could be missing out on the maximum benefits
04/09/25 04:26
Creatine is one of the most extensively studied supplements in the world from a nutritional perspective. Its potential for brain health is also being examined by researchers.
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Why thousands are raving about tiny store with the 'best fish and chips in Sydney'
04/09/25 12:39
A humble fish and chip shop 45 minutes away from the Sydney CBD has caught the attention of hundreds of foodies.
Aussie jeweller Michael Hill launches a 'dupe' of Taylor Swift's engagement ring - so would you say 'yes'?
03/09/25 04:23
Australian jewellery brand Michael Hill has released a new 'dupe' of Taylor Swift 's engagement ring.
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It's not too late to become a property mogul! Kerry Packer's former accountant reveals 'risk-averse' formula to turn your family home into a real estate empire worth $24million
02/09/25 02:01
While pulling together $200k might sound like a stretch, it's more achievable than many realise - especially if you own your family home, says respected money man Allan Mason.
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Want to live longer? Just make a simple daily kitchen change and you could make it to 100
01/09/25 04:06
A longevity researcher has revealed a simple lifestyle swap which could lead to a healthier, longer life.
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I'm a neuroscientist and would NEVER use ChatGPT. I've seen what this 'essential' tool does to brains - both young and old. These are the tests you can do today to see if you're already affected
28/08/25 01:51
With thousands using OpenAI's ChatGPT daily to make life 'easier', experts have issued a warning about the risks it may have on the brain.
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Our adult ADHD symptoms were crippling. Diets didn't work, neither did drugs. Then we tried the miracle 'third solution' no one talks about
24/08/25 01:55
There's an easier way to manage and reduce ADHD symptoms without medication, patients and experts say.
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It's the last taboo of fatherhood that many mothers find baffling. But now there's proof - and harrowing stories - that show postnatal depression in MEN is very real
22/08/25 04:49
Two fathers have spoken out about a taboo topic that impacts one in ten dads around Australia.
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I tracked down the shameless 'sex trafficking queen of Dubai'. These are the horrors behind her lavish influencer lifestyle...
18/08/25 01:43
A notorious Dubai sex trafficker was unmasked - but her sentence has outraged victims and human rights advocates. CARINA STATHIS speaks to the man who tracked her down.
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The cheap supermarket supplement that can stave off dementia. Find out if you could benefit from this 10c daily tablet
17/08/25 02:15
Taking a cheap supplement every day could be the answer to decreasing the risk of dementia, research suggests.
I'm 42 with a biological age of 21. Here's the blueprint I live by and the healthy diet I GAVE UP to achieve it
14/08/25 11:35
'Everything we think we know is completely backwards, and other women should know,' Sommer Shiels, who is 42 with a biological age of 21, says.
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Are you tying your shoelaces wrong? How experts have used an 'over-looked hole' to ensure the perfect fit for years
14/08/25 04:41
Hundreds have been left gobsmacked after discovering a 'secret way' runners tie your sneakers.
The little-known Woolworths trick that means you'll never waste time searching for items again
13/08/25 11:09
Woolworths has quietly launched a new app feature to make it easier for customers to find products in store.
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I had a glorious gap year WITHOUT my husband. I only returned home once - to teach him how to use the oven!
11/08/25 01:54
For two decades, Monique had put her family first, becoming the 'default' parent - the problem solver, cook and emotional anchor - always relied upon to carry the household load.
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I was making $7,000 a month from my WFH dream job. Then my friends staged an intervention and I realised the truth about my 'business'
10/08/25 02:16
The brand promised a better lifestyle - the chance to 'be your own boss' and work from home - which seemed ideal.
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Emma promised to make her clients dropshipping moguls. Now, the 'Amazon queen' has gone quiet after facing serious complaints - and she's just made a shocking revelation
06/08/25 03:03
Three years ago, when I wrote a glowing profile of Emma Cunningham, she told me she had made $4million in three years - but her clients tell me their experience of drop-shipping was very different
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The truth behind your favourite influencer's Dubai holiday: I've tracked down some of the UAE's most depraved sex trafficking rings - here's what these girls aren't telling you
04/08/25 11:13
Each year, thousands of women are lured with offers of free holidays, jobs and A-list parties. But behind the glamour is a web of exploitation, says anti-trafficking campaigner Angus Thomas.
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The Ozempic miracle doctors don't tell you about: Yes, it's known for diabetes and obesity, but a study has found its greatest benefit yet - it saved my life
30/07/25 01:42
Rechelle never thought her body would let her down. She was 35, living in London with a dream job. She was even making plans to travel the world - but something was worrying her.
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I was drinking two bottles of wine a night... Then three simple rules took willpower out of the equation - I could finally stop after just one glass
28/07/25 02:37
Heidi Anderson was drowning in shame. It was a vicious cycle: she drank because she felt anxious, but drinking caused more anxiety. It took her years to master the art of moderation.
A single, humiliating insult from my mother shattered what was left of our relationship. I have accepted we will never reconcile
27/07/25 02:18
After 44 years, Chloe Ballatore finally decided to put herself first - and her mother last - by ending their relationship.
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I learned the shattering truth about why so many brilliant men end their lives after my husband fell to his death
25/07/25 02:32
'He had such bad anxiety and he told me he was feeling s***. He felt like a failure and lost a sense of purpose.'
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I was smart and successful - yet a 'harmless' pub game from the '90s turned me into a gambler who almost lost everything
23/07/25 11:09
It was 1993 and Libby Mitchell had just sold her recycled textiles business to a colleague. The pair decided to toast the deal in the local pub. That night was the start of a 22-year nightmare.
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