Latest articles by Hannah Thomas
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Brits say sorry eight times a day
If you find yourself in the habit of saying sorry, you're not the only one as research reveals that Brits say sorry 2,920 times a year
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Contraceptive coil halves cervical cancer risk
New research from Spain suggests that contraceptive intrauterine devices could substantially reduce the risk of women developing cervical cancer
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Parents could be barred from knowing sex of unborn baby
The Council of Europe could prevent expectant mothers knowing the sex of their unborn baby following a new ruling
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Midlife crisis eclipsed by midlife makeovers
It looks like the midlife crisis is being overshadowed by midlife makeovers, as increasing numbers of people are seeing getting older as a positive promt to enhance their lives
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9/11 tenth anniversary sparks terror threat
Security will be heightened in New York and Washington DC after US intelligence has detected a potential threat to coincide with the tenth anniversary of the twin towers
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MP slams BBC newsreaders for botox
A Conservative MP claims some female BBC newsreaders have too much botox in a scathing attack on the corporation in the Commons
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Childcare forces parents into debt
Almost 25 per cent of parents say the cost of childcare in the UK is putting a strain on their finances and causing many to get into debt
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Could your birth month determine your career?
New research suggests the time of year a baby is born could shape their career path
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Wife sues ex-husband for lack of sex
A Frenchman has been sued by his ex-wife for failing to fulfil his marital duties by making love to her during their marriage
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Depression in women doubles since 1970s
Depression has doubled in women since the swinging seventies as they try to juggle high flying careers with family life and managing a home
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The secret to not getting sick from the flu
New research suggests those enviable friends who just never seems to get flu could be immune to the virus
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Slice of bread more salty than crisps
One in four loaves of bread sold on supermarket shelves contain half a gram of salt per slice - more than a standard bag of crisps
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Size zero could be down to genes
New research suggests that being naturally skinny or overweight could be down to two sides of the same genetic coin rather than diet
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Cameron opposes anti-abortion reforms
The Prime Minister has made clear that he will oppose plans to make changes to the long-established rules on advice given to pregnant women
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The new sunscreen pill that gives weeks of protection
Uncovering the secret of how coral shields itself against harmful ultraviolet rays could pave the way for the first sunscreen pill
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Bad sleep could trigger high blood pressure
A lack of deep sleep could leave men at risk of developing high blood pressure
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Supermums more at risk of depression
Women who buy into the 'supermum myth' of having a family and a demanding career are risking depression
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More women are popping the question...
Women are getting so bored of waiting for their boyfriends to propose that they’re taking matters into their own hands
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Study: Girls talk through problems, boys bottle it up
A problem shared is a problem halved for girls, but it seems men do not see the point of sharing their feelings or airing their woes
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Women match men for binge drinking
Women are top of a European study into binge drinking and are now just as likely to binge on alcohol as men
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Parents sue Urban Outfitters over image of daughter
Urban outfitters is being sued for $28million over a sexually suggestive image of a 15-year-old model used on merchandise
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How much?! Brits spend £450 a year on coffee
Are you in the habit of picking up a Starbucks on your way in to the office? Your caffeine hit could be costing you £450 a year
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'My hobby became my business'
Company director and founder of PretaPortobello Ltd Georgie Cooper tells us how her love of vintage shopping in London’s iconic markets paved the way for her online business
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Men fall for Miss Right after one date
It’s often thought that women are the more romantic sex but it seems a simple glance across the room, a smile or a whiff of perfume is all it takes to make a man tongue-tied for Miss Right
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Women must wait 70 years for equal pay
It will take 70 years to achieve equal pay among men and women in the country’s top jobs according to a report
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Caffeinated suncream could slow skin cancer
Scientists believe that caffeine in suncream could provide greater protection against skin cancer
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Women gossip for five hours a day
Women love nothing more than a good gossip, but new research suggests the average female chats for a total of 298 minutes every day
