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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

...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

One of the most rewarding ways to enjoy this quieter time of year is to make a trip to your nearest snowdrop garden. This February, galanthophiles from across the world will travel to Somerset for She

THE BEST FILMS, BOOKS AND GREAT DAYS OUT TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE NEXT SEVEN DAYS

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