Food&Drink Editor Harriet Laban discusses Instagram’s decision to ban augmented reality (AR) filters that depict or promote cosmetic surgery, in a move to stop detrimental effects to people’s mental health

Deputy Editor Lydia Waller questions whether the improvement of paternity leave policies is eroding our gendered understandings of parenting and draws attention to those who get left behind

Life&Style Writer Ellie Jeffery weighs up the pros and cons of introducing uniform to university students

Life&Style Writer Andrew Ogun discusses the controversial rise of CGI models within the fashion industry, asking where it leaves those who are already struggling for representation

Life&Style Writer Kitty Jackson addresses the long-standing idea of 'retail therapy' and the issues it creates for mental health

Life&Style Writer Robert Shenkman discusses the misconceptions surrounding work and productivity at university

Life&Style Writer Alys Lloyd discusses the rise in sustainable beauty packaging and the importance of brands committing to the environmental cause

Comment Editor Alice Macfarlane warns us of the disguised dangers of multi-level marketing

Life&Style Writer Hannah Robinson outlines her friend's experience of suffering with this common yet misunderstood condition

Life&Style’s Josie Clarke takes a look at past and present beauty trends and emphasises the importance of individuality in beauty   

Life&Style Writer Josie Clarke explains why we need to re-evaluate our approach to fashion and consumerism this Christmas

Life&Style Writer Lucy Perrior says solitary activities are the key to confidence and relaxation and gives readers some ideas about how to best enjoy their alone time