Pulse Weekly
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Researchers say consistency matters more than duration: going to bed and waking at similar times anchors the body clock. Practical advice is refreshingly simple. Keep the bedroom cool and dark, avoid screens in the last hour, and get daylight early in the day. Small changes, repeated, add up to noticeably better rest.

The weather looks kind, and the calendar is full. Start Saturday at the farmers' market, then wander to the park where a free concert begins at noon. If you prefer fresh air, the nearby trails are at their best in early autumn, with clear views and quiet paths. Here are our favourite ways to spend the next two days.