Parkinson’s disease – activity routines best way to reduce risk of illness
People with Parkinson’s suffer more than one million falls per year. However, having an activity routine can reduce your risk of developing the condition.
Dangerous DIY jobs that shouldn’t be attempted by novices
The DIY boom has seen many turn their hand to home improvements, but there are jobs that really need professional skills.
Scrumptious apple and blackberry crumble
Dig into this recipe for a glorious apple and blackberry crumble.
Rare Beasts trailer
Cinema and digital platform release date confirmed for Billie Piper’s Rare Beasts,
Healthy eating: beetroot and red onion tarte tatin
Eat to the beat this summer with this fantastically sweet and luxuriously simple beetroot and red onion tarte tatin recipe.
How to embrace change in 2020
Change can be stressful and unsettling but Dr Lynda Shaw has tips on how to embrace new situations and rediscover the positives in your life.
The meteoric rise of mis-selling
Pension mis-selling is the new PPI. Here, Glyn Taylor unpacks the reasons for the scandal, and looks at the three biggest factors at play.
Debunking fashion myths and using colour tricks
The power of colour is clear across marketing, advertising, sport, in many areas of business and of course is vital in fashion, but there are many colour myths that need debunking. Helen Venables explains.
Talking About Trees
A love of cinema and film-making meets religious and political resistance in Suhaib Gasmelbari’s affectionate documentary about the work of four veteran Sudanese directors trying to bring back cinema screenings to Sudan. By Laurence Green.
1917
Sam Mendes’s 1917 – masterful cinematography and devastating storytelling combine in this a mesmerising and extraordinary hymn to the sacrifice of a generation.
The menopause: dreaded, derided and seldom discussed
Isabel de Salis explores the menopause and explains why there is a need to end the silence that surrounds a stage of life that half of humanity go through.
How much could your New Year’s resolutions save you in 2020?
Christmas expense and the financial post-mortem will have many seeking ways to curb spending in the new year. Here, Sarah Coles looks at some quick wins for saving money.
Chickpea, squash & tomato curry with beetroot pickle, brown rice and coconut yoghurt
Our bodies naturally crave carbs during the winter months which may be a way of helping to promote serotonin production (the feel-good hormone). He’s a super satisfying high fibre filler to spice up any winter evening.
Christmas Chocolate, California Walnut & Apricot Panforte
Richer than a very rich thing and more chocolatey than a Cadbury’s production line, this sublime panforte by GBBO finalist Ruby Bhogal is an absolute must for keen bakers … and cake eaters!
The 12 days of Christmas – in plants
Ditch the gaudy, tatty old tinsel and introduce these 12 plants of Christmas into your festive decorations.
Exclusive active living for the over-55s
In a much sought-after corner of Cheshire, an exclusive new residential development is redefining active living for the over-55s. Welcome to Sanctuary Wilmslow.
Brussels sprout, chestnut and sage risotto
Sprouts are divisive let’s be honest, but this delightful risotto medley will win over even the most ardent Brussels dodgers.
Beautiful Seville
A weekend away with old friends in Seville that I booked ages ago in the January British Airways sale ended up being a foodie extravaganza.
How to combat loneliness as you get older
Loneliness and social isolation is a growing problem as more of the baby boomer generation get older, but as Jamie Turnbull explains there are many ways to beat it.
Falafel
Falafel is perfect for a light lunch or supper. Don’t worry that they are deep fried, heart-healthy rape seed or avocado oil will help keep the fat content down.
Investment ‘best buy’ lists
If you’re new to investing ‘best buy’ lists look at face value like a good start point but beware the opportunities that are promoted on price rather than performance.
Assured tenancy vs assured shorthold tenancy – what’s the difference?
Jamie Turnbull looks at issues facing people who want to downsize and rent on the open market. This month, he explains the difference between assured tenancy and assured shorthold tenancy.
Edinburgh International Festival 2019
Laurence Green rounds up his pick of the best shows and performances at Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe 2019.
Baked pesto chicken and asparagus flatbread
Blue-eyed TV kitchen adonis Paul Hollywood gets all bakey with these amazingly simple healthy eaters.
Gems of Gozo
Mars Webb takes a well-earned summer break on the island of Gozo, a beautifully serene Mediterranean escape just 6km north of Malta.
Pimm’s and strawberry lollies
Mix up your Pimm’s consumption by making these fun ice lollies, you can guarantee they will impress guests!
Don’t let a skin tag make you feel self-conscious
While skin tags are harmless, they can be irritating or embarrassing, knocking your confidence. Now you can remove them easily and effectively at home with Cryotag, the clinically proven skin tag remover. Find out more below.
Selling high and buying low or vice versa
How to avoid the classic mistake investors make – buying at a high, when everyone is buying, and sell at a low when everyone else is selling.
The importance of gut health
Dr Riccardo Di Cuffa explains how a plant-based diet, rich in pulses, legumes and whole grains will provide our gut with the perfect playground to help protect the rest of our bodies from chronic disease, cancers and unwanted inflammation.
Smoked mackerel and couscous salad
Beat the heat with this spectacularly simple smoked fish dish with flavours that will dance on your palate.
Summer skin saviours
Eloise Craven Todd shares the best summer skin care products and skin care tips to help you care for oily, sun-exposed skin.
BBC announces end of free TV licence for over 75s
Three million households face losing right to free TV license in 2020 in “important and difficult decision”.
Moving house – top tips for a stress free move
The stress of moving house is a path few a keen to tread too often. Here, Gillian Girling offers some useful tips to ensure your house move runs as smooth as clockwork.
“Only little people pay taxes”
Tax efficiency is not tax avoidance. Why getting IFA advice on investments, bonds and tax liability will help your finances in later life.
