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Attractive girl with a man in bed
Sex File: My orgasm has gone missing
Strong pain meds are fantastic at helping people to manage major back problems, but they play havoc with sexual function because they reduce sexual interest and arousal

Mon, 06 Apr, 2026

Displeased couple having problems in a bedroom.
Sex File: My wife says she is bored with our lovemaking
There are all sorts of ways to make sex more exciting, but it all starts with emotional intimacy

Mon, 30 Mar, 2026

Scam Alert Notification on Smartphone Screen During Incoming Call
Life Hack: How to protect yourself from a cyber attack
The recent attack on Stryker is a reminder of how important digital security is, including for our personal devices

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

Young couple having an argument at home.
Four telltale signs you may be in need of couples therapy
Relationships expert Karen Doherty tells Sara Keenan why couples counselling can offer a safe space to air issues, and lists the indicators that therapy is required

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

side view of smiling customer lying on orthopedic mattress in furniture store
Life Hack: How to choose the perfect mattress
The right combination of comfort, support and mattress design can help someone sleep more soundly and wake feeling better

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

High angle view of smiling couple relaxing on bed
Sex File: My new man wants a performance review almost immediately after making love
The explanations that come to mind are many and varied. Insecurity or performance anxiety are the most obvious, but his need for validation could also be an indication of competitiveness or egotism

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Mature man texting on mobile phone late at night
Sex File: His phone use is killing our love life 
His libido seems to have gone down as his screen time has gone up and I feel like I'm fighting a losing battle for his attention

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026

oman cleaning floor and carpet with cordless vacuum cleaner at home.
Life Hack: Does ‘slow vacuuming’ lead to cleaner carpets?
Plus a common mistake many people make when hoovering

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Woman drinking milk
Life Hack: Here’s why you shouldn't keep milk in your fridge door
Are you using all parts of your fridge correctly? I wasn't...

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

I'm glad we chose to have a cosy weekend in bed
Sex File: I can't hear his 'sweet nothings' in bed 
I don't want to break the flow by asking him to repeat himself

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Big trouble in young marriage
Sex File: What can I do about my partner's worrying fantasy?
It is undoubtedly your excellent sex life and your happy relationship that have given her the confidence to share her curiosity about watching you having sex with another woman

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

Dishwashing
Life Hack: How to clean stainless steel sinks, pots, and cutlery
You're bound to have plenty of stainless steel items in the kitchen- here's how to keep them at their best. 

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

Reminder Sex in calendar with red pen.
Sex recession? How the frisky Danes can teach us to make more love
While other countries are deep in a sex recession, the Danish drive shows no signs of stalling. How do they stay so frisky?

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Unrecognizable latin man filling up a jar with wheat flour from a paper bag.
Life Hack: What are flour mites, are they dangerous, and how to prevent them?
If the very thought of flour mites makes you squirm, read on to find out what to do if you find them in your home

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Portrait of a Beautiful Woman Sitting on Her Bed in the Morning
Sex File: I make my new lover sleep in the spare bedroom
The decision to sleep in separate beds is normally driven by sleep incompatibilities, but in your case it is primarily driven by your anxiety

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

An Unrecognizable Businesswoman Preparing A Package For Shipping
Life Hack: How to avoid scams on Vinted and what to do if you have any problems
Buying and selling on Vinted is getting more popular, but here's what to do if you think you've been sold a fake item or think a buyer is lying about your parcel going missing

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Unhappy young couple
Sex File: I need time to reconnect with my husband, but he's keen to get into bed ASAP
Although there are lots of challenges to a long-distance marriage, there are upsides

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Young couple having an argument at home.
Arguments: the overlooked key to healthy, lasting relationships
Roses are red. Violets are blue. Did you know it can be good to argue?

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Businessman and businesswoman drinking coffee in the office.
Sex File: My wife's crush last year has improved our love life. Is this normal?
The fact you and your wife have survived for a year suggests this upset has helped you find your way back to each other

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

Couple having problems
Sex File: I have endometriosis and feel guilty that we can't have proper sex
My endometriosis means penetrative sex can be very painful

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Food Safety - Cutting Carrots on Plastic Cutting Board with Food Gloves
Life Hack: What are microplastics and should I swap my plastic chopping board for wood?
Plus, tips on how to clean a wooden chopping board

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Maybe he's been lying all this time
Sex File: What happens if the passion wanes between us?
Rather than undermine the fun you are having by analysing past failures or worrying about potential problems in the future, you are better off just trying to enjoy what you have while it lasts

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

Sink faucet dripping with the water drop in focus
Life Hack: How to fix a dripping tap in your home — and why mending it could save you money
One Irish plumber estimates that a slowly-dripping tap can lose more than 180 litres of water a day, and if it's a hot tap then it could add hundreds of euro to your bill over the course of a year

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Adult mature man pensive sitting alone at home on sofa close up, gray haired person thinks looks towards window, depressed sad
Sex File: I lost the dad bod while on Mounjaro but I still don't feel sexy
My wife says she finds me attractive but I don't feel it

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

Plumber connecting copper water pipes.
Life Hack: How to prevent your pipes from freezing during a cold snap
Burst pipes can cause expensive damage and leave families vulnerable at one of the busiest times of the year for callouts and repairs

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

Annoyed couple sitting on different sides of bed
Sex File: Are our sex drives out of sync?
I think we feel like we're failing each other

Mon, 12 Jan, 2026

Woman blocking ears with hands while man snoring on bed
Sex File: Will sleeping in separate beds put an end to our love life?
I'm worried it could be the beginning of the end

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

Young woman reading a book on sofa at home during christmas time
Life Hack: How little dopamine boosts can get you through the winter nights
I’ve always loved the darker months, any excuse to embrace a cosy night in and essentially hibernate. That’s why my interest was so piqued when I heard about a new trend in social media called ‘low dopamine evenings’

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

Young couple having relationship difficulties in the bedroom
Sex File: He doesn't like me talking when we're making love 
Any man who interprets useful advice on how to ensure his sexual partner's enjoyment as "a bit upsetting" has so much to learn that I'm not sure I could, hand on heart, advise you to persist with the relationship.

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Man packing full shopping bags into the car trunk
Life Hack: Doing the Christmas shop? Here’s how to pack your groceries
This will help avoid arguments at the tills

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

Trampoline damaged due to wind in severe storm
Life Hack: How to prepare your home if there's a storm or weather warning
Here are some things to check off your list in the event of extreme weather

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

Couple, fight and woman with man sleeping in bed, conflict or marriage issue with trouble or upset at home. Awake, above annoyed
Sex File: My partner doesn't want to have sober sex 
"At the beginning of a new relationship everything is exciting and sex is so intense that you simply can't imagine a time when it won't feel that way."

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

Car driving through the puddle and splashing by water.
Life Hack: Is it ever safe to drive through a flood? Here's what you need to know
Tempted to drive through a 'shallow' flood? Think again

Tue, 09 Dec, 2025

Annual leave. Out of office. Taking a break from work
Life Hack: How to hack your annual leave in 2026 to take longer breaks from work
Including how to turn three days of annual leave into a 10-day stretch off work

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

woman with a bedroom secret
Sex File: I'm scared to wake the children, so sex is off the menu
"Researchers found that when they exposed babies to white noise, the likelihood of them falling asleep increased more than threefold, from 25 to 80%."

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

Photo of pretty girl shy cover face with transparent hood rainstorm protective garment over misty steam background
Life Hack: How to weather-proof your hair for the Christmas party season
Rainy nights are a recipe for disaster

Mon, 01 Dec, 2025

young man suffering from insomnia
Sex File: I'm hurt that my wife has been faking her orgasm 
I'm trying not to be hurt but I feel as if we've been having different experiences

Mon, 01 Dec, 2025

The hands say what the heart feels
Taking Back Control: What is coercive control and how can we recognise the signs?
Coercive control has been mentioned in the media recently, but what does it mean and how can you spot the signs?

Thu, 27 Nov, 2025

Man Shopping Electronics Online During Black Friday Sale.
Black Friday: Is the seasonal sale really worth it? 
Is this seasonal sale really worth it? Really, it is only a bargain when you truly need the item

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

Caring Caucasian young woman packing toys and books for donation into cardboard box
Life Hack: Why you should declutter your home before Christmas — here's how to go about it
Reducing clutter can help to reduce stress and improve focus, mood, and sleep

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

Worried couple in bed
Sex File: We had great no-strings sex, has commitment killed our spark?
While I love his company, the sex has gone off the boil.

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

Married Couple Sleeping Embracing In Comfortable Bed Indoor, Top View
Sex File: We only make love once a month and I'm starting to resent my wife
I try to initiate but am often rejected — she never initiates.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Woman scraping leftover food from plate into trash bin in kitchen
Life Hack: Four easy ways to reduce food waste and save hundreds of meals each year
If just 10 households reduced their food waste by 25%, it could save around 650 meals each year.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Caitríona Redmond: Free flights for my shopping points? I don’t believe it!
Caitríona Redmond: Free flights for my shopping points? I don’t believe it!
Does every little really help? Not always

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

Looking back at the good old days
Sex File: Should I be worried about my husband's old flame?
"It is a fairly niche research area, but a 2020 study at York University in Ontario identified that sexual nostalgia over former romantic partners is often triggered by loneliness or dissatisfaction with a relationship."

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

Person putting jeans into the drum of a washing machine, front view. Washing dirty jeans in the washer
Life Hack: Tumble drying guidelines — and undoing a shrinkage disaster
A symbol you should certainly look out for on your clothes labels is a square box with a circle inside it and two lines crossing over it in an X shape. This means that under no circumstances should it ever be placed in a tumble dryer

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

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