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In certain parts of the world, people are thought to live longer thanks to their diet, exercise habits and close social connections. Recently, however, doubts have been raised about this theory. Do these regions – known as “blue zones” – really produce an extraordinary number of centenarians, or is this just a myth based on inaccurate data and clever marketing?

Sport and finance have more in common than you might think at first glance. In this interview, sports psychologist Alain Meyer highlights the patterns and mindsets that matter for athletes. These can also be applied effectively to investing and saving.

Cash, debts, savings, tips: cultural norms determine how we deal with money around the world. Test your knowledge and find out which financial logic applies in which country.

Social media channels can make financial topics more accessible. When consuming such content, however, it is important to maintain critical judgement. Not all articles are well-founded and not all advice can be applied to your own situation.

Why do some people save every penny while others spend compulsively? Financial psychotherapist Vicky Reynal reveals how early experiences shape our money habits – and how we can rewrite them as adults.

Eating healthily, consuming only a little alcohol, doing a lot of sport, going to bed early – apparently, those who want to live a self-determined life longer need a lot of discipline. But is everything fun really unhealthy? Find out which minor sins you can enjoy without a guilty conscience.