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Oct 4, 2026

Can HRT help prevent dementia? New research suggests it might, depending on key factors

This is the 99th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment, advice for carers and stories of hope. Will using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) preserve a woman’s brain health and protect her from dementia or not? The debate continues. Various studies have looked at the effects of menopause and hormone treatment on the brain – and dementia risk. Some have suggested that HRT has no impact on brain health in older women, and that it has a neutral...

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Oct 4, 2026

Kids and young adults are addicted to screens. New research argues it may be a public health concern

The physical and mental well-being of millions of kids around the world may be at risk because of excess screen time, according to global data analyzed for a new series of research papers published Sunday by medical journal The Lancet. But researchers say they need to see tech companies' own user data to determine just how severe an issue it may be.

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Oct 4, 2026

24 Travel Habits, Routines, And Upgrades That Frequent Fliers Swear By For A More Stress-Free Vacation

"It makes such a big difference and lets me fuel up for the day ahead without even thinking about it." View Entire Post ›

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Oct 4, 2026

British expats in Spain could face a whopping 100% surcharge on empty second homes under new government plans

The proposals could see homeowners hit with a 100 per cent tax if they leave their property empty for three years.

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Oct 4, 2026

47 Ingenious Things Other Countries Have That Make The US Feel Like It's Living In The 1800s

Every single one of these needs to be implemented in every major US city!!!! View Entire Post ›

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Oct 4, 2026

Hong Kong’s Ultimate ‘Par-tee’ Returns at Link Hong Kong Open

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] The Link Hong Kong Open 2026  is set to host the ultimate ‘Par-tee’ for golf fans from across the region during its historic  65th staging of the world-famous tournament from October 22 to 25 at the Hong Kong Golf Club in Fanling.  The Jockey Club Fan Village offers non-stop entertainment right  near the green next to the first tee daily from 7:00am to 6:00pm.  Inside the bustling village, visitors of all ages can enjoy...

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Oct 4, 2026

TCM or Western medicine for sports injuries? Why this Hong Kong athlete chose both

In the third instalment of a four-part Health Matters series on traditional Chinese medicine, Aidyn Fitzpatrick speaks to a Hong Kong fencer studying TCM and local practitioners to see how athletes, both elite and amateur, are using TCM alongside Western medicine for smarter injury recovery. Fresh off helping Hong Kong clinch a bronze medal in the women’s foil team event at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, fencer Janelle Leung Ya-lei – ranked 53rd in the world – knows the fine margin between peak...

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Oct 4, 2026

A caravan refusing to pull over ruined our scenic Scottish journey - why do selfish drivers towing tourers think they rule the roads?

Is there anything that frays the nerves of a driver more than getting stuck behind a caravan negotiating a B-road at 25mph? Tom Chesshyre says holiday homes on wheels should know when to pull over.

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Oct 4, 2026

The world's best sleeper trains, from Austria's £30 Nightjet to India's lavish Maharajas Express

In a world of fast travel, rumbling your way to a destination overnight can feel hugely romantic. Here, we look at some of the best trips you can book, from the UK all the way to Australia.

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Oct 4, 2026

Airport to the bar in 15 minutes! Autumn city breaks with quick transfers - including Malaga, Krakow and Copenhagen

From a super-speedy journey in Pisa to a walkable route in Gibraltar - here are the destinations with some of the quickest transfers from the airport to the city centre.