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5 easy ways to disconnect from tech

Take a break from your phone and reap the rewards.

Audio

Why cassette tapes are making a comeback and 5 ways to listen to them

Cassette tapes are making a comeback, thanks to a combination of nostalgia, affordability, and portability.

Real Life

"I feed off her excitement and positivity" - the special power of age gap friendships

Making intergenerational friendships is proven to boost our mental wellbeing and help tackle ageism - we explore the benefits of finding friends outside your age bracket.

Amazon

Unleashing peace of mind: My journey of doggie surveillance with a smart display

If you want to keep a close eye on your pet while you’re away, using a smart display could be the answer. Here’s how we got on…

Columnists

Why slang remains a secret sanctuary for the young

As Susie Dent gets to grips with some teenage slang, the Countdown lexicographer argues young people devising their own lingo proves English is evolving as it should.

Columnists

Susie Dent: How the power of mothers runs through our language

Wise words about the power of mothers from Susie Dent.

Columnists

Susie Dent on the words we hate

So... Like... Going forward... Susie Dent on the words and phrases people would love to ban.

Columnists

Susie Dent on the majesty of other tongues

As much as she loves the English language, lexicographer Susie Dent sometimes has to bow down to the superiority of other tongues.

Play our free daily puzzles

Beat the boredom and execise your mind with our selection of free puzzles.

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Codeword

Crack the code and complete the grid

Crossword

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The number-based logic puzzle

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Sudoku

The number-based logic puzzle

Real Life

Meet the woman behind Queen Camilla's favourite footwear

From Hollywood stars to royalty, A-listers are stepping out in a new range of shoes that are comfortable and stylish. Lisa Kay, the woman behind Sole Bliss, tells us how it happened.

Columnists

Jeremy Paxman on attending A E three times in 24 hours

Our columnist takes three consecutive visits to A&E.

Real Life

One foot in the rave - meet the clubbers who refuse to quit

For a generation raised on house music, the passion for all-night partying still burns strong.

Portrait of Vesna Okaikoi, dementia patient

Real Life

What I've learned from being diagnosed with dementia at 58

Like TV presenter Fiona Phillips, retired social worker Vesna Okaikoi understands the shock of getting an early dementia diagnosis.

Columnists

Jenni Murray: "There are unforeseen risks of living with animals"

Thinking of gifting a pet this Christmas? As our columnist knows all too well, caring for animals comes with its hazards.

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Real Life

Are you a people pleaser? The signs to look out for and 4 ways to stop

We speak to women with one question in common: why did it take us until our fifties to stop people-pleasing?

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One of the UK's best selling monthly magazine, Saga Magazine brings together the best stories and latest news on what matters to you most.

Every issue is packed with insightful articles, brain-teasing puzzles, in-depth celebrity interviews and expert health and money advice. All this, plus monthly musings from our stellar columnists Jeremy Paxman, Jenni Murray, Joe Fattorini, Paul Lewis, Dr Mark Porter and Susie Dent.

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