by Henry Hurt | May 30, 2025 | Sleep Lab
In medieval Europe, the word “lullaby” emerged from the soothing repetition of “lullen” (to lull) and “bye-bye,” while a more mystical theory links it to the Hebrew phrase “Lilith-Abi”—a protective incantation to keep demons at bay. Fast-forward to today, and the...
by Henry Hurt | May 29, 2025 | Specialist Sleeper Top Story, Specialist Sleepers
When it comes to training, eating right, and getting enough protein, the law is that anyone who is anyone labours the point as if there is no tomorrow. But there’s one crucial part of the muscle-building process that often gets overlooked: sleep. “Yeah, your...
by Henry Hurt | May 27, 2025 | Stages, Stages Top Stories, Top Stories
A tale as old as time: a child stashing their Nintendo DS under their pillow, practically convulsing as a parent edges closer to confiscate the glowing device. The quiet click of buttons, the flicker of Pokémon Platinum or Super Mario Bros lighting up a dark room....
by Henry Hurt | May 27, 2025 | Culture, Culture Top Story
While some cities rush through the day and seize at night, collapsing to sleep, Helsinki moves differently. The rest is quiet, intentional, and deeply valued. It’s a cultural priority. The Finnish approach to rest is rooted in stillness, simplicity, and a steady...
by Henry Hurt | May 21, 2025 | Nightlife
It’s often the steady rhythm of reading, familiar and soothing, that helps people unwind. Scientific evidence backs this up: a 2020 survey by Penguin Random House found that reading books before bed got an average of 25 more minutes of rest per night than those who...
