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Thirty years ago, Willie Cruz was shocked when he learned the Southern California oil refinery where he worked was shutting down. Cruz, now a 61-year-old living in Arizona, had spent five years working in the environmental department when Powerine Oil Company said it would close the plant in Santa Fe Springs, southeast of Los Angeles. Cruz feared getting laid off …

By SOPHIE HINES, LIFESTYLE & DIGITAL EDITOR Published: 17:06, 16 September 2025 | Updated: 17:27, 16 September 2025 Whereas once the ways of getting fit were quite straightforward – going to the gym, heading out for a run etc – nowadays there are all kinds of weird and wonderful workout ‘methods’ gaining traction on social media. From weighted hula hoops …

Getting the best rest and living a healthier lifestyle might come down to timing. According to a new study using data from roughly 20,000 people, those who get to bed earlier and wake up earlier are more likely to complete a physically challenging workout compared to those who go to bed late and wake up later. Scientists say the findings …

You don’t need a gym. You don’t need an app. You don’t even need to change clothes. All it takes to join the hottest fitness trend sweeping across the globe is a pair of sneakers, a basic stopwatch, and 30 minutes of your day. Welcome to Japanese Walking—a smart, simple, and surprisingly effective interval walking method that’s all about short …