The Best Water Flossers of 2026 (With Dentists' Tips on What to Look For)Flossing isn't exactly a fun activity, and it's easy to skip, but it's essential for dental hygiene. For those who hate using string floss, there's an alternative: water flossers. "Water flossers use a pressurized stream of water to flush out food particles and bacteria from between the teeth and along the gumline," says...

Hittler faces Zielinski as French town election contest goes viralHugh SchofieldParis correspondentBBCCharles Hittler's election poster highlights his "proven experience" ahead of Sunday's voteA small French town has won instant internet fame because its mayor – running for re-election in Sunday's municipal elections – goes by the name of Hittler.Not just that. One of his two opponents is...

Finding the perfect gift for a man who appears to have everything can be a challenge. However, interesting men deserve interesting gifts that can surprise and delight them. Instead of opting for traditional presents, consider unique and thoughtful items that reflect their personality or hobbies. This could include personalized items, experiences like cooking classes or adventure outings, or...

Australians told to continue Easter travel plans despite fuel shortagesReutersThe Australian government has encouraged people to go ahead with their Easter travel plans, despite fuel shortages at hundreds of petrol stations across the country."Easter is a very special time of faith and family," energy minister Chris Bowen said on Saturday, adding: "Go take a break - but get no more fuel than...

Spotify introduces verified artist badges to help distinguish humans from AI As AI-generated artists and tracks flood music streaming platforms, Spotify is rolling out a new “Verified by Spotify” badge to help listeners more easily identify authentic human artists. To receive the badge, artists must meet certain criteria. Spotify looks for an identifiable artist presence both on and off...