Columnists

Mark Palmer on why Christmas cards are so important

Our columnist may not embrace all the Christmas festivities, but this is one tradition he always takes seriously.
Columnists

Mark Palmer on teaching manners to the next generation

Our columnist asks why does nudging the grandkids into saying “Please” and “Thank you” cause quite so much bother?
Columnists

Mark Palmer asks whether he's drinking little and often or a lot and always

Our columnist considers whether his daily tipple is too much – or are they just missing out?
Columnists

Mark Palmer on prolific exaggeration

Our columnist is the first to admit that he is prone to exaggeration. But how acceptable is it to embellish the truth?

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