We’re often told what foods nutritionists recommend we eat, but what we really want to know is – what would they themselves never allow past their lips in a million years? The responses might surprise

Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight

Amazing answers to your curious questions

Across the UK, but particularly in the south-east of England, giant and featureless buildings are springing up. Despite their size, they’re designed to be unobtrusive, and you won’t spot any signage t

Ivy flowers have gone over and now berries are starting to form. Avoid cutting these back and allow them to develop as a food source for birds. Ivy berries ripen in late winter and are often not eaten

Lynn Farram and the congregation of Christ Church, Norris Green, Liverpool