Friday... full of good cheer

  • Friday Feb 10

    Education Q&A: Alternative curricula

    Sanjeev Verma answers questions on international education exclusively for readers of Friday

  • Friday Feb 10

    Well-being Q&A: Longevity

    Dr VL Shyam, MD (Ay), M Phil,a certified Ayurvedic consultant, answers queries exclusively for readers of Friday

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    Friday Feb 10

    Radio 2 presenter Accalia C Hipwood on music

    We ask Radio 2 presenter Accalia C Hipwood what she's listening to at the moment, and what music means to her

  • Friday Feb 10

    Suresh Menon: Science-fiction nightmare

    Suresh Menon is a writer based in India. In his youth he set out to change the world

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    Friday Feb 10

    The ultimate Valentine's date

    Left your plans to the last minute? Don't panic, we've got you covered — whether you wantto keep it simple or bust the bank, here areeight great ways to celebrate your love

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    Friday Feb 10

    Venice: Italy's winter wonderland

    The days are short, the weather is sharp, with the city often shrouded in fog - there isn't a more romantic time to be in Venice, says Tiffany Wright

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    Friday Feb 10

    Dr Rajendra Pachauri: A global watchman

    Dr Rajendra Pachauri, 71, an award-winning expert on climate change, sleeps four hours a day, still plays cricket and is determined to save the world

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    Friday Feb 10

    Heart of the (love) matter

    Friday's regular weekly columnist speaks straight from the heart

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    Friday Feb 10

    The teenage shark whisperer

    Madison Stewart has been swimming with sharks since the age of 12 and now - in-between cuddling them - campaigns to stop them from being slaughtered. John Parrish meets her

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    Friday Feb 10

    Banish exercise excuses for good

    When it comes to shifting those stubborn pounds, it's only too easy to find ways to get out of exercising. Charlotte Ward asks celebrity fitness expert Nick Mays for advice on combating common obstacles to working out