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Reader's Digest UK
REVIVING RETREATS
With the masses exclaiming, “New Year, new me” and promising dramatic changes, taking a calmer approach might actually be the best way forward. Put less pressure on yourself and invest in a little me-time with these outstanding retreats
4 min |
January 2020

Reader's Digest UK
HOW TO Age Well
What really works and what doesn’t
6 min |
January 2020

Reader's Digest UK
Robert De Niro: “You Don't Leave This Business, It Leaves You”
Displaying the versatility that has led him to appear in over 100 movies, Robert De Niro talks Scorsese, reflects on five decades of cinematic brilliance, and surmises the vagaries of social media
6 min |
January 2020

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COULD YOU GO CARBON NEUTRAL?
Public concern about the environment has reached a record high but what can we do as individuals? Amanda Riley-Jones meets four inspiring people who have successfully reduced their carbon footprint
8 min |
January 2020

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Make Your Money Resolutions Count In 2020
Andy Webb reveals his top tips on how to make the most of your money through the new year
4 min |
January 2020

Reader's Digest UK
Ring Leaders
Behind the scenes with the East London group redefining the world of women's wrestling
6 min |
January 2020

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Amanda Holden I REMEMBER…
Presenter, singer, actress of stage and screen, model, Britain’s Got Talent judge and Heart Radio host– is there any medium Amanda Holden, 48, can’t master? She reflects on her life and career…
6 min |
January 2020

Reader's Digest UK
Pushing Buttons
Yet another tech support session with his mother almost tips Olly Mann's patience levels over the edge
4 min |
December 2019

Reader's Digest UK
My Great Escape-Incredible Istanbul
Carolyn Ross from Buckinghamshire on her trip to the ancient city of Constantinople
1 min |
December 2019

Reader's Digest UK
Turkey Stroganoff
Serves 4
2 min |
December 2019

Reader's Digest UK
TUT'S FINAL TOUR
Ancient Egypt’s most notorious pharaoh visits London for the very last time…
6 min |
December 2019

Reader's Digest UK
If I Ruled The World-Luke Evans
Luke Evans is a British actor best known for his roles in such blockbusters as Clash of the Titans and Beauty and the Beast. He’s now releasing his first music album, At Last
3 min |
December 2019

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A Greek Cypriot Christmas
Steph Green reminisces about growing up in a Greek Cypriot household and all the delicious flavours that accompanied her every Christmas
6 min |
December 2019

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If I Ruled The World-Mick Hucknall
As frontman of Simply Red, Mick Hucknall has sold more than 50 million albums and this month releases the band’s first LP in four years. He and wife Gabriella are parents to Romy, 12
3 min |
November 2019

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Glenn Tilbrook I Remember…
Glenn Tilbrook, 62, is the lead singer and guitarist of the English band Squeeze. He looks back on his childhood in London, early passion for music and the beginning of Squeeze
8 min |
November 2019

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Sir Ian Mckellen: “Life Would Be Boring Without Laughter”
National treasure, and the foremost actor of his generation, Sir Ian McKellen reflects on pride, humour and the power of ageing
6 min |
November 2019

Reader's Digest UK
The Great Forgetting
Our first three years are a blur, and we don’t recall much before the age of seven. But, as it turns out, those early memories aren’t merely tucked away
4 min |
November 2019

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Keeping Up Appearances
Dr Max Pemberton muses on our societal obsession with appearance and why it’s becoming a problem in the medical world.
2 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

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Louis Theroux:“I've Always Enjoyed Hiding”
Britain’s favourite documentary-maker reflects on happiness, his family and dealing with his complicated connection to Jimmy Saville
7 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

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If I Ruled The World Julia Donaldson
Children’s author Julia Donaldson is the writer behind such beloved classics as The Gruffalo, Zog and Room on the Broom. She was awarded a CBE in 2019
3 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

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Lulu I Remember…
Pop icon Lulu, 70, is famous for her teenage chart hit “Shout”, winning Eurovision and singing the Bond theme “The Man With The Golden Gun”. She reflects on growing up fast in a Glasgow tenement as “wee” Marie Lawrie, her “odd couple” collaboration with David Bowie and touring with Take That…
6 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

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Be A Great Grandparent
Being a grandparent brings benefits for all three generations—that’s definitely something to celebrate!
1 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

Reader's Digest UK
A Patient's Worst Nightmare
Liza Lindham is one of millions of Europeans admitted to hospital each year who wind up sicker because of an infection acquired there.
8 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

Reader's Digest UK
A Crying Shame
This month, Olly Mann reveals how a performance of Teletubbies Live unexpectedly moved him to tears.
4 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

Reader's Digest UK
When Lightning Strikes
There's a nine in ten chance you’ll survive. But what are the lasting effects of being exposed to hundreds of millions of volts of electricity?
9 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

Reader's Digest UK
7 Breakfast Boosters
Make the first meal of the day really count towards your health
2 min |
Reader's Digest October 2019

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Andrew Lloyd Webber "I REMEMBER"
Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, 70, is the legendary composer of some of the most successful musicals in history and has reigned over the West End for nearly five decades
7 min |
April 2018

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Think Like A Toodler
Could Listening to your inner child be the secret to making millions? One Father and businessman certainly think so..
7 min |
April 2018

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A Sunshine State Of Mind
Slowing down and exploring Queensland, Australia’s holiday haven
6 min |
April 2018

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Alice Cooper I Remember…
Rock legend Alice Cooper, 71, is best known for such hits as “School’s Out” and “No More Mr Nice Guy” as well as his shocking stage antics. He looks back on his Detroit childhood, finding fame in England and how he once nearly ended it all…
6 min |