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Can we give a round of applause to comedian Ricky Gervais, who has donated almost £2.5m to a group of animal charities from the proceeds of his recent stand-up tour? The money is to be split between 2

...to hear that old school luxury perfume brand Yardley has a new addition to its fragrant stable. Their Orchid & Vanilla Eau de Toilette (£18, boots.com) is described as a “bold white floral with a s

This new spring 2026 collection from Laura Ashley is inspired by antique textiles and sun-drenched interiors featuring soft, muted blushes, deep, luxurious terracotta and grounding shades of green and

...of balmy days ahead thanks to the gorgeous-smelling White Coconut Eau de Parfum (£16, marksandspencer.com). With notes of creamy coconut and tropical florals, spray it on and make a plan for high s

My kitchen is filled with seemingly nondescript objects that mean a great deal to me: my mum’s wooden-handled fish slice and masher; her pans; the knives and forks I used while I was growing up; a tea

Buying fresh produce in-season means it’s usually more widely available, costs less and keeps longer. At this time of year, winter fruit and veg lend themselves to comforting, budget-friendly cooking