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“I Just Did as I Was Told”
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“I Just Did as I Was Told”

Like thousands across Europe, Dorte Søgaard became dependent on a doctor-prescribed drug by Lia Grainger

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Reader's Digest October 2020
Mechoui Alley, Marrakech
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Mechoui Alley, Marrakech

Richard Mellor reveals the location of the most delicious—yet understated—eateries in Marrakech

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Reader's Digest October 2020
Salma Hayek: “Abuse Of Power Has Consequences”
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Salma Hayek: “Abuse Of Power Has Consequences”

The Mexican film star on her journey from soaps to Marvel, being best friends with Penélope Cruz, and meeting “the love of her life”

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September 2020
Europe's Grand Land Theft
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Europe's Grand Land Theft

Oligarchs and populists are milking the European Union for millions in farm subsidies

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September 2020
The Pecking Order
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The Pecking Order

Two new residents of the Mann household have a surprisingly soothing effect this month…

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September 2020
My United Kingdom: CARDIFF
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My United Kingdom: CARDIFF

"IN CARDIFF, WITH THE ROOF CLOSED AGAINST A GOOD WELSH TEAM, THE NOISE IS IMPOSSIBLE TO IGNORE. THE WELSH UNDOUBTEDLY POSSESS SOME OF THE MOST PASSIONATE FANS IN THE WORLD" England rugby player, James Haskell

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September 2020
SISTERS ARE  BREWING IT FOR THEMSELVES
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SISTERS ARE BREWING IT FOR THEMSELVES

Together, a new generation of women brewsters are changing the face of the beer industry

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September 2020
MYSTERY Of The PLAIN JARS
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MYSTERY Of The PLAIN JARS

The quest to solve one of archaeology’s greatest puzzles

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6 mins  |
September 2020
SAY HELLO TO YOUR NEW CARER
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SAY HELLO TO YOUR NEW CARER

The robots are coming… to look after us. And they're already helping out in nursing homes and beyond

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9 mins  |
September 2020
If I Ruled The World: Peter Frampton
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If I Ruled The World: Peter Frampton

Rock legend and father of three, Peter Frampton, has worked with everyone from Ringo Starr to David Bowie, and sold over 16 million albums worldwide

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September 2020
Home Alone?
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Home Alone?

The past few months have taught us a lot about isolation. But it’s worth making the effort to connect—or reconnect—with family and friends

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September 2020
Daniel O'Donnell I REMEMBER…
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Daniel O'Donnell I REMEMBER…

After finding fame in the 1980s, Ireland’s Daniel O’Donnell has sold more than 10 million records. The 58-year-old singer looks back on his early life in County Donegal, performing at the world’s legendary venues and why Strictly was the most terrifying thing he’s ever done

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September 2020
Books THAT CHANGED MY LIFE
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Books THAT CHANGED MY LIFE

Emily Henry has written bestselling novels for both adults and teens. Her latest, Beach Read, is available now (Penguin, £7.99)

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September 2020
Has Coronavirus Left You With More Or Less Money?
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Has Coronavirus Left You With More Or Less Money?

Though lockdown and social distancing brought us all together (despite being forced apart), the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted us all differently, and nowhere more so than when it comes to our finances.

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August 2020
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SEPARATED BY RELIGION

Balkan wars are still fought in Bosnia, only now in the school system

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August 2020
My United Kingdom: BELFAST
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My United Kingdom: BELFAST

Regeneration, times of peace and a booming tourism industry have seen Belfast flourish in recent years.

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August 2020
REUNITED BY SCIENCE
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REUNITED BY SCIENCE

Millions of people have used commercial DNA tests to trace their family trees. For a few lucky folks, the results have been lifechanging, introducing them to relatives they had lost long ago—or never knew existed.

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August 2020
PRESERVING LOST LANGUAGES
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PRESERVING LOST LANGUAGES

When a language dies, a culture goes extinct with it. And while the death of a language can occur naturally, it may also be caused by cultural imposition, prohibition, criminalisation and even pure neglect

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August 2020
MESSING WITH OUR HEADS
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MESSING WITH OUR HEADS

For many balding men, wigs, dark humour and stoicism often mask deep distress. What options do they have in the battle against hair loss?

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August 2020
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In The Footsteps Of Giants

The rugged coast of Northern Ireland is the stuff of legends. Sarah Kante takes on the surf and the stories to discover the North Antrim Coast

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August 2020
Judy Collins I REMEMBER…
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Judy Collins I REMEMBER…

Seattle-born singer Judy Collins, 81, has been in the business for more than six decades. She looks back on a musical childhood, dating Stephen Stills and meeting John F Kennedy

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August 2020
How To Wallpaper A Feature Wall
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How To Wallpaper A Feature Wall

Add another dimension to your décor using a statement wallpaper to create a striking focal point in any room

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2 mins  |
August 2020
Gordon Ramsay: “If You Don't Like It, Turn Over”
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Gordon Ramsay: “If You Don't Like It, Turn Over”

Why is Gordon Ramsay’s approach to his craft, his business and life itself confrontational and committed, yet utterly compelling?

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August 2020
Adult Autism: Hidden In Plain Sight
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Adult Autism: Hidden In Plain Sight

Sometimes autism is not diagnosed until well into adulthood. The news can be both a shock and a relief

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July 2020
Paul Young - I REMEMBER…
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Paul Young - I REMEMBER…

Paul Young, 64, is best known for hits like “Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home)” and “Every Time You Go Away.” Here, he looks back on rebelling against his family to become a musician, bungling the national anthem at Wembley in 1996, and falling in love on a video shoot...

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July 2020
PLAYING HOUSE
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PLAYING HOUSE

Jo Caird peeks into the miniature worlds of dolls' houses through history

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July 2020
Regrets, We Have A Few
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Regrets, We Have A Few

There are times when we all look back on past decisions that weren’t our finest. But if you’re stuck in a rut of regret, here’s how to finally leave it all behind

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July 2020