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Was Mackenzie Shirilla’s 100mph crash a drug-fueled car accident or cold-blooded murder?

The Netflix documentary revisits the devastating crash that killed two teenagers — and the unanswered questions surrounding what happened that morning

Donna Smiley

6 October 20264 October 2026

Was Mackenzie Shirilla’s 100mph crash a drug-fueled car accident or cold-blooded murder?

Do you replay conversations long after they’re over? How to break the habit

The meeting went well and your friend seemed happy to see you. So why are you still analysing what you said hours later? Learning to leave a conversation unfinished in your mind can begin with giving yourself a little more grace.

Faye James

27 October 202625 October 2026

Self

What if winter is nature’s retreat? How to slow down, restore your energy and make space for yourself this season

We’re often encouraged to keep pushing, even when we’re exhausted. But winter offers a different approach: slow down, reflect and give yourself time to recharge before the year ahead.

Sally Saunders

27 October 202625 October 2026

Why you might be avoiding family photos as you get older – and how to feel more comfortable being seen

You organise the occasion, gather everyone together and take the pictures. But how often are you in them? If being photographed has become uncomfortable, there are gentle ways to feel more at ease without having to love every image.

Faye James

26 October 202625 October 2026

True Crime / Family & parenting

‘The shame was never ours to bear’: how Ruth Ellis’s execution scarred generations of her family

For decades, the execution of Ruth Ellis cast a long shadow over her family, shaping childhoods, relationships and a legacy of trauma. Now, after securing a historic posthumous pardon for her grandmother, Laura Enston tells us how she is reclaiming a story that was once a source of shame.

Donna Smiley

26 October 202625 October 2026

Love life

‘Help — I can’t stop thinking about my married coworker!’: How to stop a workplace crush from becoming an affair

You can’t always control who you’re attracted to, but you can control what happens next. A therapist explains why workplace crushes develop, what they might reveal about your needs, and how to stop attraction from crossing a line.

Amy Mica Marsden

25 October 202622 October 2026

Love life

First-date nerves were ruining my love life — until I tried these psychology tips from an expert

If dating feels more like a job interview than a chance to connect, you’re not alone. Discover why first-date anxiety is so common — and how to shift your focus to prioritise real connection.

Sally Saunders

25 October 202622 October 2026