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Where The World Is Your Oyster

Prince Edward Island serves up rural charm and a seafood feast that doesn’t end

Sigourney Weaver - “It's One Of The Greatest Times To Be In The World”

Sigourney Weaver - “It’s One Of The Greatest Times To Be In The World”

My Britain: Glasgow

“Glasgow is a wonderful city — warm and funny and full of kindness” - Author Gail Honeyman

Falling In Love, By The Book

Where do bibliophiles exchange sweet nothings?

Character Studies

In lockdown, Mum and I were able to move past our clashing personalities and connect

SEXUAL BEREAVEMENT: THE GRIEF WE DON'T TALK ABOUT

We’re getting better at acknowledging that sex in later life is important, but grieving physical intimacy when a partner dies is rarely discussed

BEATING BLADDER CANCER

The key is early detection— and that’s up to you

Mid-Life-What?

As he approaches middle age, Olly Mann ponders the randomness of life, ageing and sports cars

Anoushka Shankar I REMEMBER…

Anoushka Shankar (39) is a seven-time Grammy Award-nominated British-Indian sitarist, composer and producer who has worked with everyone from Lenny Kravitz to Herbie Hancock. She is the daughter of the legendary sitar virtuoso, Ravi Shankar

A Feast For The Senses

Look beneath the surface of Delhi’s never-ending chaos and you will find treasures both great and small

Books That Changed My Life

Best-loved children’s author Terry Deary, the mastermind behind Horrible Histories, has written over 200 books. His latest, Horrible Histories: The Secret Diary of Henry VIII is out 6 May, (Scholastic).

Getting Your Credit Report Right

This month, Andy Webb offers expert practical advice on the tricky subject of credit reports

Dr Edith Eger I REMEMBER…

Dr Edith Eger rose from the ashes of Auschwitz to become a renowned psychologist and author. Throughout everything she has faced, the 93-year-old has held on to hope and remained resilient, calling each challenge and circumstance a gift. Now, with two New York Times bestsellers and the legacy of a multi-generational family, Dr Eger reflects on her journey toward happiness and acceptance

LOVED TO DEATH: A SHORT HISTORY OF PET CEMETERIES

Lynne Wallis looks at the fascinating tradition behind grieving our beloved pets and its evolution since the Victorian era

Shrimp-Fishing By Horseback

On the Flanders coast, a centuries-old tradition survives

Our Mysterious Sense Of Smell

The world’s leading researchers are unlocking facts about the least understood of our senses

DYNAMIC DUOS

Researchers are continually finding that certain foods deliver an even bigger health boost when consumed together. Make the most of these nutritious foods by teaming them up

READER'S DIGEST RECOMMENDED READ: Dangerous Diagnoses

Can a doctor’s diagnosis make you iller than you are?

May Fiction

Adele Parks returns with another blood-curdling thriller about the mysterious disappearances of two women

Ask The Expert: Boosting Mental Health

Psychiatrist Dr Chetna Kang is chair of the mental health advisory board for Doctorpedia, the world's largest network of medical websites.

HOME TRUTHS

We’ve been spending a lot of time indoors since COVID struck, but could we make our homes healthier?

My Great Escape: - Hail Halifax

No need to fly: our reader Brian Conduit found inspiration close to home…

If I Ruled The World - Paul Gervais

Artist and author of the PEN/Faulkner Award finalist, Extraordinary People, Paul Gervais’ latest exhibition is a series of portraits inspired by Lucian Freud

Mental Blocks

Can a stint of mental illness affect your future? Dr Max is confronted by the question this month

Wild Success

Outdoor swimming in rivers, lakes and the sea is all the rage. With the weather warming up, you might want to dip your toe in.

The Doctor Is In

Q: Now that I’m retiring, I’m trying to break some old work habits, including my love of coffee. I have only managed to last two days without it so far, before I get a raging headache and have to give up. Why am I finding it so difficult? - Jacqueline, 68

Rocket Science

A slice of humble pie is on the menu for Olly Mann in this month's column…

Dame Helen Mirren “I've Had To Stand My Ground In My Career”

Dame Helen Mirren is the very essence of “worth it”. The national treasure and L’Oreal ambassador explains why that message is as important today as ever, and how she wants to rebrand beauty

A Passion For Vintage Fashion

Still unsure about stepping into a charity shop to update your wardrobe? Let Catherine Summers change your mind

Spain's Best-Kept Secret

Asturias, with its gorgeous sea-to-sky landscapes and world-class cuisine, is like a country all its own