Why being cold is good for your brain, sleep and waistline… And it helped my son after his first-floor plunge

Why being cold is good for your brain, sleep and waistline… And it helped my son after his first-floor plunge

By Dr Michael Mosley for the Daily Mail 23:23 08 Dec 2023, updated 23:40 08 Dec 2023 As we’ve all noticed, it’s been very chilly recently. My family lives in an old house, which is hard to keep warm, and our boiler has gone on the blink, yet again. But as we huddle around the … Read more

Ministers are planning to encourage the police to deploy AI as a ‘powerful tool for good’ and use it to tackle crimes such as shoplifting

Ministers are planning to encourage the police to deploy AI as a ‘powerful tool for good’ and use it to tackle crimes such as shoplifting

By Glen Owen Political Editor For The Mail On Sunday 01:04 29 Oct 2023, updated 01:16 29 Oct 2023 Police chiefs asked to use facial recognition technology to double searches  Ministers are planning to highlight the positive benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) by encouraging the police to deploy the technology to tackle crimes such as … Read more

How to get to the Rugby World Cup final: Flights, match tickets and accommodation prices in Paris

How to get to the Rugby World Cup final: Flights, match tickets and accommodation prices in Paris

As far as spontaneous trips go, a last-minute decision to head to Paris for the Rugby World Cup final is as good as it gets. Organising an adventure with such a limited time frame could be a headache, so NZ Herald Sport has done the heavy lifting for you. In this ideal world where you … Read more

Could cheese actually CUT cholesterol and be GOOD for your heart?

Could cheese actually CUT cholesterol and be GOOD for your heart?

For years cheese has been demonised and we’ve been told to limit our intake — the thinking was that it contains large amounts of saturated fat, which is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.  But has cheese been misunderstood? Some experts now believe the distinctive ‘matrix’ of cheese – i.e. its … Read more

Analysis reveals why becoming a grandparent is good for the brain and can keep men and women more active

Analysis reveals why becoming a grandparent is good for the brain and can keep men and women more active

Experts at Johanes Gutenberg University undertook an analysis of 14,810 people  Results show that having grandchildren can boost mental and physical health  Becoming a grandparent may be a reminder you’re not as young as you used to be, but take heart – it could boost your brainpower and reduce the odds of you suffering from depression … Read more