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The Maldives are the dream destination for sun-lovers, honeymooners and anyone who fancies a holiday on a classic treasure island. But which of the many islands should you choose? At last count there were more than 100 resorts on almost as many different islands, most of which have completely different styles and facilities. Having visited … Read more
Call in the ploggers! That’s the name for these joggers who pick up litter while they run in a group led by an NHS worker, 50, who has lived with a ‘zero waste’ policy for the past decade The ploggers are a ground of friends who rid the streets of litter as they jog Group … Read more
Call in the ploggers! That’s the name for these joggers who pick up litter while they run in a group led by an NHS worker, 50, who has lived with a ‘zero waste’ policy for the past decade The ploggers are a ground of friends who rid the streets of litter as they jog Group … Read more
When life is tough, pick up a poem! The best titles for those who love rhymes British literary critic Bel Mooney, rounded up her favourite poetry books She admits to trying verses on her husband from Up In The Attic by Pam Ayres Her top picks also include Joinedupwriting, Sleeping Letters and In Still Life By Bel Mooney for the … Read more
Seven Worlds, One Planet by Jonny Keeling and Scott Alexander (BBC £25) This book accompanies the latest series from the BBC Natural History Unit, a rare example of an institutional department that has itself become a national treasure. Keeling and Alexander, who both worked on the series in senior capacities, have been everywhere and filmed everything, … Read more
The rise of DIY investing has delivered a revolution in the way investors buy shares, investment trusts and funds – offering them huge savings through online brokers. It’s easy to invest in a stocks and shares Isa, self invested personal pension, or standard trading account online and start putting your money to work, without the … Read more
Investors have had to be patient waiting for AIM-listed biotech Circassia Pharmaceuticals to come good, but things might now be turning in its favour. A recent trading update highlighted good sales growth while cash – another key metric for any early-stage biotech – was healthier than expected. Circassia was caught up last year in the … Read more
There are three things that put people off ski holidays: fear of physical pain, fear of not being very good . . . and fear of seeing their bank balance melt like snow in the Sahara. The first two apply to those who have never tried skiing, but the third is universal and not irrational. … Read more
Where are the wealthy looking to invest in 2020? Green energy is top pick for those seeking long term gains Nearly all age groups were disposed to put money in green energy in 2020 Technology, commercial property and gold were other popular selections Mining, retail, industrial and auto stocks languished at the bottom of the … Read more
Air travel can be hell. But there’s a way to ease your pain. If you don’t mind spending £30 or so, you can relax pre-flight at a private airport lounge and enjoy unlimited food and drink as part of the deal. There’s free wi-fi, charging stations and sometimes showers. In most cases, you can take … Read more