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'I just love watching DR WHO!'

As he prepares to embark on a new UK tour, singer Michael Ball insists that lying on the sofa and watching endless TV is actually his idea of heaven

Your wellbeing

LATEST HEALTH SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY

'I've had therapy for lots of things over the years'

IT'S A FUNNY OLD WORLD

Cosy COUNTRY HOUSES

Curl up at one of these atmospheric hotels and escape the blustery weather outdoors

Money-saving SHOPPING

Using mobile phone apps to reduce food waste is a win for your purse and the planet

Romantic FICTION

Has my sister found Mr Right in a second-hand bookshop?

A world on your WINDOWSILE

Green up your home with leafy gems from around the globe

Bowlfuls of HAPPINESS

Nourishing and warming soups

16 ways to beat the VIRAL SPIRAL

Keep picking up every cold, flu and lurgy going? Fight back against winter illnesses with these expert tips on keeping your immune system strong

Scottish glories

As Burns Night draws closer, we celebrate the best of Scotland's craftsmanship

'I hear Mum's voice all the time'

Actor Gaynor Faye on her latest venture and why she's determined to carry on her mother's legacy

Happy HOBBIES

Banish those January blues by taking up a new activity in 2024

Bathrooms on A BUDGET

Try these quick and easy ideas to refresh your space without breaking the bank

Double DENIM

Stitch this stylish shopper from two pairs of repurposed jeans

GARDEN notes

Rhubarb’s back and striking shrubs

Western AUSTRALIA

With a dynamic capital, world-class vineyards and miles of beach, this underrated state is diverse and dreamy

Winter WARMERS

Comforting dishes that are perfect for chilly days

Bringing history TO LIFE

Work never has a chance to become dull for Stephanie Lavery

How to...shop the sales

Bargain-hunt like an absolute pro with our insider guide

'These are the food memories that make me'

THIS WEEK'S COLUMNIST - Novelist Jo Thomas

Healthy slimming MADE EASY

It’s the small eating tweaks that can make the biggest difference to your weight loss

'Being IN LOVE is a wonderful thing'

Actor Emilia Fox on how she adores having a partner who can knit, cook and do DIY

The Christmas GETAWAY

Kirsten was broken. Her festive holiday was a disaster, and her relationship was over... wasn’t it?

CHRISTMAS at number nine

All Phil wanted was a little comfort and joy. Was that too much to hope for?

Cruise to the NORTHERN LIGHTS

Chris Morley has a front-row seat for one of nature's most magnificent shows on a winter Norwegian voyage

HOME for the holidays

Renting hasn't got in the way of Holly Grundy personalising her house with a seasonal scheme

Not quite the LAST STRAW

Surely no one would notice Emma's theft from the Nativity scene?

ROBIN Redbreast

Nicola adored the little bird - at least she would have him for company on Christmas Day

Here to help

LET COUNSELLOR KEREN LIGHTEN YOUR LOAD

Coping with LEG CRAMPS

These are common, are generally harmless muscle spasms and don’t last a long time