TODAY is Independence Day in Kyrgyzstan, marking the country’s independence from the Soviet Union on August 31, 1991.
Monday 31 August 2015
Ten things you never knew about... Kyrgyzstan
TODAY is Independence Day in Kyrgyzstan, marking the country’s independence from the Soviet Union on August 31, 1991.
Sunday 30 August 2015
The secret of a longer life: One brisk walk a day can give you an extra seven years
A brisk walk of just 25 minutes a day can add up to seven years to your life, health experts said.
Having an afternoon nap can stop you from having a heart attack
HAVING a midday nap is good for you, scientists have found.
New safety campaign emphasises importance of eye tests for drivers
BRAKE, the road safety charity, is aiming to highlight the importance of ensuring that drivers pay close attention to their vision with a new campaign.
Seven types of driver identified by psychologists
A TEAM of social psychologists from the London School of Economics has found seven different driving personalities, based on how drivers deal with their own feelings and their uncertainty about the behaviour of other motorists and road users.
EXCLUSIVE: Stem cell therapy will be available within five years
REVOLUTIONARY stem cell therapy could end the suffering of millions of arthritis patients within as few as five years.
Watching too much TV could cause blood clot, experts warn
WATCHING television for long periods of time puts people at risk of deadly blood clots, experts have warned.
Over-60s development Wadswick Green is the perfect place to work towards retirement
OFFICE OF National Statistics figures show that the number of people working from home nearly trebled in just a few years and is even more popular with older people than the younger generation.
Make it work: The best business outfits for autumn
LOOK the business with simple, mix-and-match staples that are perfect for the office.
Oliver Bonas, Superdry and Primark: The best accessories we want this week
TREAT yourself to something special from our selection of colourful and useful accessories.
Debenhams, New Look and Monsoon: Essential accessories for this autumn
FROM fringing and snakeskin to suede and metallics, the devil’s in the detail for the autumn/winter season.
Top of the class: Make-up essentials for autumn
REVISE your cosmetics kit for the new season, says our Beauty Editor.
Jamie Oliver: It's not good for my image, but I like sewing
JAMIE, 40, is a chef, restaurateur, campaigner and writer. He lives in London and Essex with his wife Jools and their children Poppy, Daisy, Petal and Buddy.
Actress Kate Bosworth: I feel more confident with my husband
BEST known as Superman’s love Lois Lane, sultry Kate Bosworth is embracing her role as a villain in her new film.
All the right moves: The ultimate guide for modern dating
WHEN it comes to meeting “the one”, are we doing the right thing? Here’s Rachel Carlyle’s ultimate guide to modern dating.
Saturday 29 August 2015
Chelsea Physic Garden joins September's Totally Thames Festival event
CHELSEA Physic Garden is holding a Totally Thames Festival event on September 17 to highlight the historic garden's relationship with Old Father Thames.
Frankfurt Motor Show: new Astra, Sportage and electric Audi SUV
THE latest crop of cars to be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September include a new Vauxhall Astra and Kia Sportage, plus an innovative Audi concept car.
Six of the best: Presents for pampered pets
It's important to treat your pets lovingly, but why not have a bit of fun at the same time...
Yanks and Limeys: WW2 soldiers reveal relationship
AT HOME, on the battlefield and in the corridors of power the Second World War alliance between Britain and the United States was groundbreaking.
Hue and cry over Land Rover Defenders
YOU won’t find many people that are sadder than us about the Land Rover Defender going out of production later this year.
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