English

More about this topic

Health news

How much sleep do we really need? Experts weigh in

Is the much vaunted eight hours of sleep enough to avoid health issues? Experts discuss why its important to wake up feeling refreshed.

Moments

My Interrail trip took me through 200 years of train travel

A European family train trek showed me the pros and cons of modern rail travel - here's where we need to go next.

wellbeing

Siesta on the job: Should we all be having naps at work?

Napping during the day is a cultural norm in some parts of the world, but could it transform your work day? Experts are debating the potential benefits.

Residences

Budget won’t stretch to a high-end hotel? Try hurkle-durkling at home

Hurkle-durkling is the practice of lounging in bed until late, hunkered down amongst warm covers.

ADVERTISEMENT

Health news

How daylight saving could harm your health as Europe's clocks change

Most of Europe will end daylight saving time this weekend, turning clocks back by one hour. But what are the potential health impacts of this practice?

Health news

Weighted blankets may be an easy way to improve sleep quality

Researchers reviewed 18 studies on using weighted blankets.

Health news

Half of European kids get too much screen time, new study finds

While most young children get enough sleep, they spend too much time on screens and don’t move enough, the global study found.

Economy

Which European country has the best work-sleep balance?

Euronews Business takes a look at where in Europe people have the best work-sleep balance and which countries are lagging behind when it comes to getting high-quality shut-eye.

Health news

Epilepsy drug could help curb sleep apnoea symptoms - study

Researchers said the drug could help people who don’t use Cpap machines, but that larger studies are needed to confirm the results.

Moments

Dream holiday: Catching up on sleep is now a popular reason to travel

A recent survey found that 39 per cent of Brits ranked rest and relaxation top of their holiday requirements this year.

Lifestyle

Why a 'sleep divorce' could fix your relationship

Snoring, temperature variations, cover stealers, and tossing and turning often lead to partners sleeping separately. But this is not necessarily a bad thing.

Health news

Philips face EU class-action over toxic foam in respirators

The Dutch medtech giant is set to face European class-action lawsuit over potential health risks from foam used in sleep therapy devices.

Health news

Popular obesity drug may help treat sleep apnoea

The drug tirzepatide is marketed as Mounjaro and Zepbound by pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and belongs to the same class of drugs as semaglutide.

Health news

Should social media come with a health warning? An expert weighs in

Euronews Next asked an expert if social media should come with a warning about the risks it poses to mental health.

Health news

Can pink noise enhance deep sleep and memory recall?

Thousands of people listen to coloured sounds on platforms like YouTube and through meditation apps.

wellbeing

Screens impact your sleep so how can you stop doomscrolling in bed?

Here's what experts suggest to change your bedtime routine, and avoid screens and the inevitable late-night doomscrolling.

Moments

Europe’s best night trains for a good night’s sleep

The big-budget ticket price for the Venice Simplon Orient Express might be worth it if you want to guarantee sleep.

Moments

My journey on the first night train from Brussels to Prague

Flight-free travel: I passed through six countries in 24 hours and the highest I got was Prague’s 66 metre clock tower.

Health news

Mild COVID infections enough to disrupt your sleep, study finds

A study of patients with mild COVID infections found that most reported trouble sleeping, including bouts of insomnia.

wellbeing

Disrupted sleep in midlife linked to memory, thinking problems

Interruptions to your sleep have been linked to cognitive problems later in life, according to a new study.