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Celebrity

Christopher Dean on why he and Jayne Torvill were never a couple

The Olympic gold medallist on his skating partnership and how he treats his body like a classic car.

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Longevity

How to live longer - 10 tips from the longevity experts

We've got science-based advice from two medical experts on how to live longer.

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Gardening

Adam Frost: 5 plants that deserve a place in the garden

The Gardener's World presenter shares his favourite often overlooked plants which are worthy of space in your borders.
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Homes

Free ticket giveaway for the Ideal Home Show

Get free tickets to this year's Ideal Home Show with our exclusive Saga offer. 

Travel

Johnny Ball on his favourite holidays and why travel makes his wife cry

From Blackpool to Namibia, presenter Johnny Ball reveals his favourite destinations and his 3 packing essentials.

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Food

The best hot cross buns of 2025 - tried and tasted

Richly fruited, chocolate, toffee and even cheese! We've tasted the supermarket hot cross buns for 2025 to find out which are the best - and which to avoid.

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Win an all-inclusive Saga river cruise for two

Spirit of the Moselle is Saga’s new boutique river ship – and you could be one of the first to sail on her by entering our competition.

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What you need to know about passports in 2025
Don't get turned back at border control with our guide to passports in 2025, including an explanation of the troublesome 10 year rule.
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Discover the Jersey of Bergerac - our insider's guide

Viewers of the Bergerac reboot are falling in love with the Channel Island all over again – we tell you the best places to visit.

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Top travel destinations 2025 - the 7 must-visit holiday hotspots
Ancient palaces, crystal-clear seas and undiscovered budget beaches - our travel experts share the best travel destinations for 2025.
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Mexico City: the best things to see and do
Vibrant art, must-try food and historic wonders - our expert shares what to see and do in Mexico City.
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Off on holiday? What you need to know about travelling in 2025
If you are off on a foreign holiday in 2025, we’ve got all the latest rule changes and how to avoid travel misery.
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Our pick of the best travel gadgets - at home or abroad

Whether you’re jetting off to sunnier climes or staycationing closer to home, these getaway gadgets will help you have a happier holiday.

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Airport special assistance: what is it and who can use it?
You could benefit from free airport special assistance when you fly. We explain who's entitled to it and what help you can get.
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Discover the delights of Prosecco in its Italian homeland
Find fairytale landscapes and the Prosecco the Italians keep for themselves, with a trip to the home of the UK’s favourite fizz.
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Travelling to Europe? We explain the new EES system
What the new European border check system means for you and your travel plans.
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Eden on Earth: The most beautiful gardens in the world
The best gardens around the world to discover in 2025, and experts share their dream destinations.
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5 reasons to try a river cruise this summer

A different destination every day - why a river cruise could be your perfect summer holiday.

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Peru: spectacular scenery, ancient culture and real-life Paddington bears
As the new Paddington movie arrives in cinemas, we visited Peru for real-life bear-spotting, plus other highlights of this dramatic country, from Lima to Machu Picchu.
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Let the train take the strain - 10 amazing holidays by rail
Looking for an extraordinary travel experience? How about riding the rails in some of the world’s most incredible destinations?
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Is Bhutan the greatest undiscovered holiday destination?
Why Bhutan deserves to be discovered as a destination. 
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Cruise like a pro: insider tips for a relaxing ocean cruise
Uncover the secrets to a smooth and enjoyable ocean cruise experience with our expert tips and insider advice.
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The insider's guide to Venice
Discover cultural treasures, grand cafés and hidden gems with our guide to where to go in Venice.
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Why more older women are holidaying solo - with tips for travelling alone

The freedom years: the women travelling solo and their advice on how to have fun and stay safe.

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Exclusive interviews with some of the world's most celebrated actors, musicians, writers and thinkers

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Brenda Blethyn

"We all had a glass of Champagne and there were speeches. I got a bit choked up, thanking everybody".

"Farewell Pet!" The actor on why she’s hanging up the famous detective’s hat after 14 years – and what’s next.

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Alexander Armstrong

"Magic is about human contact, it’s about the delight of sharing things with other people"

The presenter reveals his surprise contestant and how Richard Osman ‘bullied’ him into writing his debut novel.

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Sandi Toksvig

“I thought it was boring"

The comedian and presenter reveals why she quit the Channel 4 show and shares the joy of being a grandmother.

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Susie Dent

"I’m in a state of disbelief about turning 60. It’s like I blinked and it happened."

Countdown Lexicographer and Saga Magazine columnist talks about her biggest regret, her recent MBE and writing her debut novel.

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Sir Ian McKellen

"I’ve relived that fall I don’t know how many times. It was horrible."

The 85-year-old actor talks about his recent fall, and how a fat suit saved him from even more serious injury.

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Sir Trevor McDonald

"In walked Fidel Castro, Colonel Muammar Gaddafi, Samora Machel of Mozambique and a young Thomas Sankara."

Newsreader, journalist, and our columnist on the day he was threatened with a machine gun, and meeting the late Palestinian leader.

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Carol Vorderman

"I don't believe in regrets or use the word failure. I think of life in chapters. One close, another opens"

The presenter on being sacked by the BBC, why her views have been 'career suicide' and how she's happy in her own company.

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Dame Zandra Rhodes

"I don’t own or wear anything white or black. Colour makes you feel very happy.”

The iconic designer talks to Saga about surviving cancer and the secret detail in Princess Diana's dresses.

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Are you changing your sheets too little or often? The experts come clean
How often should you change your sheets? Religiously every week, or do you leave them longer?
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The best steak and ales pies to buy: tried and tasted
These pastry-topped dishes are the epitome of pub grub. Which do we raise a glass to?
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Energy costs are set to rise – here’s what you can do to avoid being stung

The price cap on gas and electricity prices is set to rise on April 1 – we breakdown exactly what you should do about it.

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15 tips from the experts on how to declutter your home for spring
Get set for a spring declutter with the best advice on how to make it easier - and the mistakes to avoid.
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The best Greek wines - our choice of great bottles at budget prices
Don’t let the hard-to-pronounce names put you off. If you’re after fresh, fruity wines at criminally good prices, Greece is the word.
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Boost your mood with dopamine decor in your home
Share some dopamine décor happiness and get the look in your home.
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The best hot cross buns of 2025 - tried and tasted
Richly fruited, chocolate, toffee and even cheese! We've tasted the supermarket hot cross buns for 2025 to find out which are the best - and which to avoid.
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Why you should wash new towels before you use them
Experts say not to use your fluffy new towels until you've washed them - here's 5 reasons why.
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Is a dishwasher or washing by hand cheaper? We do the sums
Is it cheaper to put your dishes in a machine or wash them by hand? We’ve done the calculations so you don’t have to.
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The best granola to buy: tried and tasted
Oaty, nutty and fruity, granola is a breakfast staple. Which shop-bought mix bowled us over?
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Don't store these 7 foods in the fridge

These foods lose flavour and freshness if you store them in the fridge.

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How to make your shower more powerful

From cleaning your shower head to adding a pump, we share how to make a shower more powerful.

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Health & Wellbeing

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Is it a cold or hay fever? The pollen season has started early this year
Tree pollen levels are already high, so your spring sniffles may not be a cold but hay fever.
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Which nuts are healthiest? 6 of the best with benefits

Let’s roast the myths! Not only are nuts less fattening than once feared, research shows they can cut the risk of heart disease too

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Clocks going forward: 4 ways to avoid feeling tired

Worried about losing sleep when the clocks change? Here's how to put a spring back in your step.

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The 10 biggest health myths - and what you should believe instead

We separate fact from fiction on the most prevalent health myths, and reveal the truth behind each one. 

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Should you give up coffee for your health?

Dr Mark Porter on the effects of too much coffee, and what it could mean for your health.

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Why is the RSV vaccine not offered to over-80s?

Angry that you’re not eligible for the new vaccine? We explain the reasons and how you can pay to get it.

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Exercise and menopause – what you need to know
Expert advice to help you keep healthy and active during and after the menopause.
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Food groups explained
Dieticians reveal how getting the right amount of each can support your health.
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How unplugging from tech can benefit your mental health
Find out all the ways that spending less time looking at screens can positively impact your mood, sleep and more.
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Can a hearing aid protect against dementia
Dr Mark Porter on the link between hearing loss and dementia and whether a hearing aid can make a difference.
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10 tips from a doctor on how to age well
Leading geriatrician Dr Lucy Pollock shares her top secrets to flourishing in older years.
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The unusual heart attack symptoms you need to know

Do you know the symptoms of a heart attack? Here’s what to look out for, and how to prevent one

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Vitamin D: Why we should be taking a supplement every day
The sunshine vitamin that’s essential for our bones – and why it’s vital to take it every day as we get older.
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Fitness tracker vs smartwatch: which is right for you?

We are here to help you decide which wearable is right for you, a sleek fitness tracker or feature-packed smartwatch

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Walk yourself happy

Walking helps our mental health - we've got 5 ways to make the benefits even better.

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