Brooming legends..

ARISTOTLE knew exactly where he stood on Trigger’s broom, as the Daily Star revealed yesterday.

The Ancient Greek philosopher was adamant that objects stay the “same” when all their parts are gradually replaced.

That means the Only Fools favourite - whose broom had 17 new heads and 14 new handles - was right to be proud of its longevity. Now MEG JORSH turns to the great thinkers to sort some more everyday conundrums...

LOST YOUR KEYS?

German Friedrich Nietzsche believed life is essentially meaningless. The 19th Century thinker said human beings create their own purpose by deciding what’s truly important to them. Have you considered that your keys might not be important? Try doing that.

MISSED A GYM SESSION?

Don’t worry – you’re an Epicurean now. Ancient Greek Epicurus said the goal of human life is to achieve happiness by avoiding mental disturbances and physical pain.

TRYING TO PLAN A HOLIDAY BUT ONE OF YOUR MATES CAN’T MAKE IT?