Being labelled a Highly Sensitive Person was validating and empowering – until it wasn’t
An online personality quiz made me feel understood, but it also created a mental cage
Celebrity crib sheet: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are back on the red carpet – here are seven things you need to know
As Wicked: For Good premieres in the UK, find out just how close its costars are, why so many of the cast are vegan and the truth about Grande’s move away from pop
Zoe Terakes: ‘It’s a privilege to keep working while you’re transitioning. It’s also really challenging’
After writing their first book, the actor talks about Greek mythology, a joyous Marvel universe experience, and going through puberty – twice – in public
The man who froze his wife and got a new girlfriend: a stranger, sadder tale than I expected
The story has sparked debates about cryogenics and fidelity. But it also tells us something deeper about our responses to loss, says writer and journalist Imogen West-Knights
The 15 best tech gifts in the US, picked by a gadget reviewer who’s used hundreds
From Apple AirPods to VR headsets and the ultimate travel backpack for hauling gadgets, these are the tech gifts they’ll still be using years from now
Do you really need to buy a new TV? Seven simple ways to upgrade your setup (some are even free)
Don’t splash out just yet! From a system update to better room lighting, a little fine-tuning could save you hundreds
3 Wishes for Christmas review – seasonal romcom has all the personality of a supermarket voucher
Unimaginative British fable has a credible lead in Christine During, but otherwise it’s the movie equivalent of receiving socks as a present
Amazon selling a tasteless Christmas baby outfit is Claus for concern
The offensive listing seemed more than a mistake – it was a failure of corporate responsibility, says reader
Untie me! Why big bows are everywhere – feminine, ironic and strangely subversive
They can be garish and ostentatious, or a sign you are softer than you might first appear. From the catwalk to the high street to the big screen to the rugby pitch, you just can’t miss them right now
Can SJP make wide-open handbags a trend? I hope not
Over the years, the actor has popularised everything from name necklaces to giant corsages. But, with all their dark secrets, women’s handbags should remain shut, writes Emma Beddington
Russell Tovey on pride, sexual power and politics: ‘The Green party slogan – make hope normal again – is what we need’
One of the most prolific and popular actors of his generation, he reflects on therapy, homophobia, why he suspects now is the worst time in history for trans people, and his secret life as a geek
Celebrity crib sheet: Sydney Sweeney is everywhere – here are nine things you need to know about her
A jeans ad made her notorious. Then she got cosy with Taylor Swift’s arch-nemesis. Time to get up to speed before the actor/model next hits the headlines …
The 47 best gift ideas for US tweens in 2025 – picked by actual tweens
It turns out tweens aren’t shy about sharing the holiday gifts they want – including sweatpants, Jellycats and Legos
Question 1: Are phone cheats killing the pub quiz?
Quizmasters are banning smart devices, using dedicated apps and finding plain old honesty can combat trivial offences
‘Diabolical move’: Miranda Priestly’s red shoes get Instagram fashion no-no
Closeup of studded stilettos in trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 causes fashion debate on social media