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Friday 11 June 2021 Join the book club Facebook group THIS WEEKEND | The science of sleep, gadgets for green fingers, and more great reading recommendations Dr Matthew Walker, a Sunday Times bestselling author, gives us a guide to the latest sleep science I often use the weekends as a time to catch up on any sleep I've lost throughout the week. My alarm goes off a full hour and a half later on Saturdays and Sundays, and even then, I tend to hit the snooze button a few times before stumbling out of bed. So, reading Dr Matthew Walker's article on sleep and the human brain has been a bit of a wake-up call to rethink my routine. It turns out that you can't really catch-up on lost sleep. In fact, lost sleep builds up over time, "like compounding interest on an unpaid loan". Dr Walker reassures me that there is a way to repay my own sleep debt. I do have to change my alarm settings, though... The new science of sleep: Everything we know about how it affects your health and brain – Amy Barrett, Editorial Assistant This week I'm reading... Jordan Ellenberg's Shape: The Hidden Geometry of Absolutely Everything. While geometry was one of my least favourite topics from school, I'd like to take back my regular complaint that "I'm never going to need it as an adult". Sorry, Mr Walker. It turns out, not only does geometry have uses in physics and artificial intelligence, it also pops up in finance, US politics and even poetry. Who knew? 16 of the best garden gadgets for 2021 For those of us lucky to have a garden at home, we have spent more time in it than ever so it's no surprise we want to make it as comfortable and entertaining as possible. To help jazz up your outdoor space, we've pulled together some of the best garden gadgets to give you a bit of inspiration. Plus, don't forget that Father's Day is on Sunday 20 June! Our pick of the best garden gadgets for 2021 ADVERTISEMENT Books to improve your bedtime routines: Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams Neuroscientist Dr Matthew Walker's book is a must-read. It's no wonder it became an international bestseller.  Fast Asleep: How to get a really good night's rest Dr Michael Mosley explains what happens when we sleep, what triggers common sleep problems and why standard advice rarely works. The Sleepy Pebble and Other Stories This beautiful book by Eleanor Hardiman, Professor Alice Gregory and Christy Kirkpatrick will have you and your children sleeping soundly in no time. Save 50% offer ends 29 June 2021. Offer is only available to UK residents paying by Direct Debit. Your subscription will start with the next available issue.

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