As an R&B star in the 00s, the singer found herself pitted in the media against artists like Beyoncé and Rihanna. Two decades on, she’s building bonds with a new generation of stars – and going viral with a gravity-defying chair trick Backstage at April’s Coachella festival, beyond the influencers, […]
The musician and activist answers your questions about her marriage to Ewan MacColl, being the inspiration for The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, and her mother’s legacy Touring at 90 is amazing. What was a career highlight? Nicens_boiWhen I was 60 the thought of touring when I was […]
Three people tell stories of when stockpiling in case of natural disasters and precarious employment paid off The average prepper isn’t some end-times fantasist, more of a resourceful planner. They know that having healthy stockpiles of all basic needs pays off in case of natural disasters, electricity outages, or even […]
Many people have decided a trip to the US isn’t worth the risk after recent border detentions. But if you are going, what do you need to know? Immigration lawyers explain it all Kindness doesn’t cost a thing. Putting up a big “no foreigners welcome” sign, threatening to annex your […]
Keir was supposed to be here for a deal on an asylum returns hub but his towering host had a surprise in store During Wednesday’s prime minister’s questions, Keir Starmer said the Conservative party was heading for brain-dead oblivion. The very next day, the Tories screamed: “Hold my beer. You […]
Membership of British gyms is at an all-time high as many younger people see exercise as integral to their daily routine A perfect evening out for Louis involves getting hot and sweaty, and the only drink he is downing is water. He is one of a growing number of gen […]
Millions will cast votes in crucial contests in Romania, Poland and Portugal Millions of voters in Romania, Poland and Portugal will cast their ballots this weekend in an electoral “super Sunday” that will determine the course of their democracies at a time of heightened political, commercial and economic tensions. In […]
Prime minister and Kemi Badenoch both know Tory leader has run out of dice rolls as all eyes turn to Reform Be thankful for small mercies. At Wednesday’s prime minister’s questions we were spared the spectacle of Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch competing over who could sound tougher on foreigners. […]
I spent two months testing the most popular dating apps, from those for hookups to the best for relationships. Here’s what happened • Online dating advice: five ways to stay safe, according to the experts If you want to make a single person angry, ask them about dating apps. Chances […]
How you pass your days is how you pass your life – mine seem to slip through my fingers The other day, a visiting friend and I planned a trip to the seaside. I was taking her on the scenic route to the station, ambling happily along, when she pointed […]