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A job that changed me: Being a theatre usher cracked open my heart to beauty

The performances often gave me goose bumps, but I also got to observe the highs and lows of audience behaviour

Freya Bennett31 Aug

100 ultramarathons in 100 days: former rugby pro hit by brain injury nears end of feat

David ‘Jacko’ Jackson has aimed to raise awareness of brain injuries, with fellow runners sharing their stories

Steven Morris31 Aug

Would equal pay create a better society?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions considers the possibility of one wage for all

31 Aug

Readers reply: If all car tyres were filled with CO2, would this cut atmospheric carbon significantly?

The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions considers a change that might help the environment

31 Aug

The pet I’ll never forget: Jerry, the king of dogs, who taught me how to live

After a burglary, my parents decided we needed extra security. Jerry was the answer – and this hungry, handsome hound helped us all in countless ways

Mel Bradman31 Aug

‘I organised my spices – and feel happy every time I cook!’ 12 readers on their most rewarding tiny accomplishments

Forget writing that novel: the most satisfying tasks are often the smallest. From batch cooking and bird feeding, to filling a kettle with meticulous precision, our readers reveal their favourites

Guardian readers31 Aug

The one change that worked: I stopped listening to podcasts – and my mind flooded with ideas

For decades my life was soundtracked by comedy duos, mostly male, discussing their friendships. When I gave them up, I felt as if I was having a mental reboot

Rachel Aroesti31 Aug

Is it true that … mental health is affected by inflammation?

Studies have found that anti-inflammatory drugs can improve your mood. But what does that mean for conditions such as depression and anxiety?

Kate Lloyd31 Aug

‘People should not feel guilty’: weekend lie-in may be good for you, experts say

Previous advice stressed risks of sleeping in but about 90 minutes extra could prevent high blood pressure

Andrew Gregory Health editor in Munich30 Aug

The lost art of guilt-free relaxation on Sundays

Letters: Readers respond to an article about le dimanche français, the French Sunday, being the secret to happiness

30 Aug

Making the British countryside more accessible and inviting to all

Letters: Readers respond to an article by John Harris on the diversity of hikers in the Peak District

30 Aug

The kindness of strangers: My car had been towed and my kids had no shoes, then a man made a wonderful offer

‘Can you help me?’ I asked. ‘I think my car’s been towed away, and my children don’t have any shoes’

Gabrielle Eirew, as told to Katie Cunningham30 Aug

Iain Stirling looks back: ‘I was worried about doing the Love Island voiceover, but it opened doors I thought would close’

The comedian on being a weird emo teen, the audition he didn’t show up for and why he was jealous of Rob Beckett

Harriet Gibsone30 Aug

AI vaginas, customisable personalities and fake bruises: the sex doll market is booming. Does it matter how the dolls are treated?

As the sex doll industry grows and AI changes the products available, what does it mean to engage in any kind of relationship with a woman-shaped thing?

Madison Griffiths29 Aug

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Lifestyle stories

A job that changed me: Being a theatre usher cracked open my heart to beauty

100 ultramarathons in 100 days: former rugby pro hit by brain injury nears end of feat

Would equal pay create a better society?

Readers reply: If all car tyres were filled with CO2, would this cut atmospheric carbon significantly?

The pet I’ll never forget: Jerry, the king of dogs, who taught me how to live

‘I organised my spices – and feel happy every time I cook!’ 12 readers on their most rewarding tiny accomplishments

The one change that worked: I stopped listening to podcasts – and my mind flooded with ideas

Is it true that … mental health is affected by inflammation?

‘People should not feel guilty’: weekend lie-in may be good for you, experts say

The lost art of guilt-free relaxation on Sundays

Making the British countryside more accessible and inviting to all

The kindness of strangers: My car had been towed and my kids had no shoes, then a man made a wonderful offer

Iain Stirling looks back: ‘I was worried about doing the Love Island voiceover, but it opened doors I thought would close’

‘It’s therapy by stealth’: the adult fans helping Lego build its billions in sales

Dining across the divide: ‘He says he feels pride about being English, but I don’t’

This is how we do it: ‘My ex wouldn’t even kiss me during sex. Marcus is happy to take his time’

Pet owners at risk of being ripped off by private equity firms as vet ownership rules change

I’ve got feelings for a teacher at my children’s school. What should I do?

Make your bed – and be ruthless: 14 expert rules for a clean, healthy, happy home

The moment I knew: I’d never had romantic feelings for a man – then he touched my hand and it felt electric

AI vaginas, customisable personalities and fake bruises: the sex doll market is booming. Does it matter how the dolls are treated?

Leicestershire v Somerset, Nottinghamshire v Hampshire, and more: county cricket, day two – live

England v Pakistan, third men’s cricket Test, day one – live

UK ‘showing leadership’ with West Bank sanctions, says Burnham as he faces Badenoch at PMQs – politics live

‘Their boat was sinking’: RNLI vows to keep rescuing asylum seekers despite attacks

How progressives are harnessing anger and frustration to steal young voters from Republicans

EU unveils ‘buy European’ public procurement rules to counter China