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Columnists

Hunter Davies on travelling home alone

Our columnist realises somethings are better done alone - if only to avoid an argument.

Pub quiz

The Saga Magazine Pub Quiz - November

Marc Bolan, Morse code and memorable movie themes all feature in this month's tricky teasers.

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Columnists

Paul Lewis on staying warm without the Winter Fuel Payment

Keeping warm could be difficult for many this year with the loss of the Winter Fuel Payment, but there is other help available.

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Columnists

Jenni Murray on why smoking should be banned outdoors

A dedicated smoker until recent years, our columnist outlines why she believes the law on smoking outside has to change.

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Columnists

Sir Trevor McDonald on meeting Saddam Hussein

Our columnist on the day he received the call "Baghdad will see you now"

Smart home

What is a smart display and do you need one in your home?

A smart display can play music, show recipes, be used for video calls and even display photos.

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Christmas

Amazing advent calendars for the Christmas countdown

From book collections to craft gin, get into the festive spirit with these amazing advent calendars.

Columnists

Sir Trevor McDonald on the importance of cricket to the West Indies

Our columnist on the day the West Indies beat England at cricket - and how it changed Trinidad.

Real life

How to help a grieving friend

Losing a loved one is one of life's most profound and challenging experiences, Here are some of the ways to help a friend who’s grieving.

Puzzles

The Saga Magazine Puzzles Guide

The ultimate guide to Saga Puzzles, full of technical tips, tricks and hints.

Real life

Can you hear the hum?

For almost 50 years, people across the UK have reported hearing a low pitch droning noise.

Gardens

Off to the garden centre? Don't make these plant-buying mistakes

Plant-buying mistakes can be expensive and frustrating. Shop for flowers and shrubs successfully with our expert dos and don'ts.

Gardening

7 plants you might not realise are toxic to pets and what to grow instead

We share seven plants that are toxic to pets you might not know about and provide suggestions for alternatives that are safer for your fur babies.

Pub quiz

The Saga Magazine Pub Quiz - November

Marc Bolan, Morse code and memorable movie themes all feature in this month's tricky teasers.

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Codeword

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Crossword

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Hard Sudoku

The number-based logic puzzle

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Sudoku

The number-based logic puzzle

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