It’s time to think pink. After months of bleak winter weather, spring is ready to explode in the northern hemisphere with a riot of cherry tree blossoms. While plenty of seasonal blooms stir souls – like the purple crocuses announcing spring’s arrival – no flowering plant inspires admiration like the cherry tree. For centuries, people

Nearly four in 10 new cancer cases are caused by lifestyle choices such as the consumption of tobacco and alcohol and can be prevented with targeted interventions, a study led by a World Health Organization agency has found. A massive global study of 18.7 million new cancer cases across 185 countries and 36 types of

At the end of last year, hiking map app AllTrails revealed that Britain’s most popular hike of 2025 was the walk to summit of Yr Wyddfa (AKA Mount Snowdon) in North Wales. Apparently, around 600,000 people take on the mountain every year and if you’ve climbed it yourself, you’ll probably be familiar with the long queue that often

It’s the state known for its laid-back beach lifestyle. But now an Aussie spot has been named not just the most welcoming place in the nation, but in the whole world. Experts reckon Noosa Heads, on the Sunshine Coast north of Brisbane, outranks anywhere else for friendliness. READ MORE: ‘All the things I bought for

Overseas travel can be an immensely enriching experience, from learning about different cultures to seeing some of the world’s greatest sights, but in some countries, it can also come with risks. The US State Department ranks 21 countries around the world as a travel advisory level four, “Do Not Travel” due to risks like terrorism