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Julian Barnes will be 80 on January 19, an anniversary he is celebrating with the publication of this book, which he says will definitely be his last, although he’ll continue journalism, plus a sold-out conversation with his old mucker Ian McEwan at the Union Chapel next week.

Elderly widow can't afford heating, sparking viral video and GoFundMe raising £12,375 amid netizens slamming UK government disgrace over pensioner support in 2026

ON THE GROUND: Residents of Belém’s favelas – or ‘baixadas’ as they are known here – tell Nick Ferris of the daily climate challenges they are facing and explain why they are sceptical that Cop30 will really help them

But I still do love my toxic fave

Straight-cut denims are fast becoming the timeless antidote to fashion’s relentless trend cycle

Paris Fashion Week is still on her mind.

Australians are living longer than ever before. While this is broadly good news, ageing well comes with a range of challenges.

Although French President Macron did not take long to name a new prime minister, Wednesday’s demonstrations mark the start of a prolonged season of unrest and deep discontent

Jean and Edward Lewis of Texas retired on only Social Security income and have some regrets about it. Read on to find out why.