Shoulder strain? Consider moving this desk object
For many of us, sitting at a desk during the day means a lot of movement with a mouse.
Childcare fell 'disproportionately and unfairly' on Michelle: Obama
The President of the US admitted childcare was one area in which his marriage had failed to evenly split gender roles.
Best & worst dressed celebrities of the week
In this week's red carpet roundup, Elizabeth Banks is a winner, Margot Robbie's unicorn is broken and Mel B baffles us. By Nyree McFarlane.
FASHION
Why City2Surf is the new Fashion Week
It used to be a truth universally acknowledged that a person in possession of leggings must be in want of pants. Not any more.
Wearing band T-shirts: the rules
It seems everyone in Hollywood is wearing band T-shirts - but not all rock 'n' roll fans are happy about it.
Back to basics: Country Road's new boss focuses on the simple things
In an era of constant disruption and distraction, connectivity and careless consumption, an Australian fashion icon is calling on its customers to focus on the simple things.
Alex Perry raises eyebrows with controversial speech at Ab Fab opening
The fashion designer made fun of drug use, David Jones and autism at the Ab Fab film premiere in Sydney.
The local 'click bait fashion' angering the fashion industry
An Australian fashion label that started in a Melbourne garage is disrupting the fast fashion industry.
How David Jones is becoming the Bergdorf's of Australia
Over recent years, thanks to the rise of social media, the fashion industry has been channelling Mary Poppins.
Beauty
Is Jessica Gomes doing a Miranda?
The David Jones ambassador is launching her own skincare line, just like Miranda Kerr.
Madeleine Cowe crowned Miss World Australia
Madeleine Cowe has been named Miss World Australia, in a ceremony at Melbourne's Crown Palladium overnight.
The complex art of going makeup free
Mila Kunis appeared makeup free on the cover of Glamour magazine this month, continuing a long and convoluted trend of Celebrities Without Makeup. It began, as so many things do, on social media, a natural consequence of celebrity selfies.
How to have hair like the Peaky Blinders gang
My son Harrison and I are avid devotees of the BBC2 gangster series Peaky Blinders set in 1919 Birmingham. But even more, we love the hairstyles.
Photo Galleries
Wellbeing
The 'unhealthy' influence on kids sport
Kids think food and drink companies that sponsor their club are 'cool', says researcher.
'Healthy' snacks not up to school canteen standards
Two food giants have gotten into trouble for slapping misleading health claims on ice-cream and rice snacks.
Can't do vegetarian? Try flexitarian
From black bean burgers on restaurant menus to eight varieties of hummus at the supermarket, the meatless movement shows no signs of slowing down.
Pasta not fattening, Italian study finds
Pasta has gained a bad reputation among many dieters, who believe eating a bowl of spaghetti will make them gain weight.
Fats from meat and cakes linked to early death, major study finds
Clear evidence that eating the wrong kind of fat can shorten your life has emerged from a major study in the US.
Womb scratching could double chances of a successful birth - but caution urged
Experts urged caution over new findings and stress that "endometrial scratch" was not a pleasant procedure.
Home & Style
Savvy Shopper: Orson & Blake gets northern exposure
Travel accessories label Nomad & Co is the work of Melbourne friends Amanda Lennon and Sophie Thompson
Savvy Shopper: Team Work from Paper Empire
BRIGHT IDEA
From designer to discount: Bec Judd can't get enough of Kmart's $2 bowls
She usually spruiks expensive goods, but now it seems Rebecca Judd has taken a fancy to a product your average Joe Blow can afford.
Collector's corner
A funny thing happened to comedian Bev Killick while riding on a Melbourne tram.
House of surprise
This beachside award-winner has a conversation piece at every turn.
Bright sparks
Meet five lighting makers whose talent is wowing the design world.
Life
Why escorts don't wear pink nail polish
After working as a Sydney escort for the last five years, Samantha X, real name Amanda Goff, has started a school for prospective sex workers.
About Last Night: Increasing your staying power
It is normal for men to lose control over when they ejaculate from time to time.
About Last Night: Performance anxiety
Performance anxiety can be devastating in relationships.
The day my husband and I got divorced was one of our most romantic moments
He waited for me in front of the courthouse. His brows were heavy, but there was energy in his stance, like: Let's get this done.
Eat Pray Love author Elizabeth Gilbert splits from husband
Elizabeth Gilbert has announced a new chapter or is it a new ending?
About Last Night: Is marriage the right choice?
Is marriage the right choice?