The questions 1 Which king of England spent less than 10% of his reign here?2 Cygnus X-1, in 1971, was the first of what to …
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‘A friend of mine accosted him’: a Ken Done napkin doodle drawn for a superfan | Life and style
When Sweetie Zamora was growing up in Sydney, her mum’s taste was “quite tonal, very subtle. Back then, my doona covers were white with embroidered …
The 5 Best Pairs of Heels to Wear With Jeans — Best Life
There’s no accessory or clothing item that can make you feel as powerful as a pair of heels. Whether you choose a sky-high pump or …
Good gourd: how to make the most of zucchini season from fritters to zoodles – recipe | Life and style
Come summer, whether you’re a kitchen gardener, a farmers’ market meanderer or a specials seeker at the shops, everything’s coming up courgettes, or zucchini, depending …
4 Tips for Dressing Up for a Party Over 60, According to Stylists — Best Life
Getting dressed for a party is an exciting way to show off your personal style and have a little fun. Depending on the type of …
How we met: ‘Losing my wife and child was very hard. Then Rhiannon came into my life’ | Life and style
In the early 00s, Rhiannon was a big fan of dark wave goth music. In 2010, she joined an online forum to follow German band …
A new start after 60: I became an actor – and I’ve never made so much money | Life and style
Anabel Graetz has always worked in the arts, but she won her first screen part when she was 62 – in a fire safety short …
7 Tips For Wearing Sneakers Over 65 — Best Life
Whether you call them sneakers or trainers, athletic footwear may be the one apparel item that defines modern casual style. We wear them for comfort, …
How to Find a Bra That Fits and Flatters If You’re Over 50 — Best Life
Finding a fabulous bra is never easy, but it gets especially tough as we age. Gone are the days of choosing everyday bras that feature …
5 Tips for Wearing Jeans If You’re Over 60 — Best Life
Nothing is more classic than denim, and once you have jeans you love, they’ll be a staple in your wardrobe for years to come. Finding …
Which writer’s daughter was Princess Diana’s stepmother? The Saturday quiz | Life and style
The questions 1 Six Nobel prizes have involved research into which insects? 2 Where did Changeover Day take place on 14 February, 1966?3 What was …
Blind date: ‘Did we kiss? Just a little bit’ | Life and style
Joseph on Cole What were you hoping for?To meet someone new and have a nice meal. First impressions?He was cute – great hair – and …
The 5 Best Styles for Thinning Hair, Experts Say — Best Life
Looking in the mirror and noticing that your hair suddenly appears flatter and less abundant is disheartening. Hair sometimes thins temporarily, but the change could …
‘I wouldn’t sell for all the money in the world’: a head-turning work of floral nihilism | Life and style
Kathleen Olive calls the work “flower bombs”, but her brother-in-law artist Keiran Gordon knows them by another name. “He calls them ‘floral nihilism’.” Gordon started …
An edible guide to quandongs and rosella flowers (and how to preserve them) | Life and style
There is nothing better than seeing the excitement and happiness on a child’s face when they are greeted with food. Our son Mallee is a …
The BoF Podcast: Michèle Lamy, a Life in Extreme Style
OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom — Michèle Lamy defies categorisation and convention in all facets of her life, not least on stage at VOICES, BoF’s annual gathering …
Bonnie Wallace Can: We Can Books, Raising Extraordinary Daughters, and Embracing a New Season of Life
When you teach a child to read, you open up new galaxies for them. But if you want them to truly reach for the stars, …
Australians spend an average of just $6.50 a garment. How much should a T-shirt actually cost? | Life and style
My favourite T-shirt is almost six years old. It’s a black, fitted crew neck tee that was made in Australia from Japanese cotton jersey. Not …
How we met: ‘I was smiling because it was raining and this guy gave me a huge smile back’ | Life and style
After recovering from a health scare in 2004, Liz decided to spend some time travelling the world. “Doctors discovered a tumour in my appendix,” she …
6 Ways to Make Your Gray Hair Shine Like Silver — Best Life
As your hair turns from its natural hue to gray, you’ll likely notice many changes. Your strands may switch in texture, becoming wiry or wavy …