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  1. The restorative power of poetry

    someone to be undiminished on the page...” Poet Magi Gibson has re-published a collection originally released 21 years ago that passionately reflects upon social and political issues. Much has happened in the ... celebrated Scottish poet. She recently re-published Wild Women of a Certain Age, a collection originally released 21 years ago that powerfully grapples with a range of issues and emotions. Magi, now aged 68, discusses

  2. The wit and wisdom of Hunter Davies

    achievements is that he’s the only person ever to write an authorised biography of the Beatles, released in 1968. Hunter begins our chat by telling a story about visiting Jim McCartney, Paul’s father,

  3. Invest in your health as you age

    energised. You'll find that your mood improves – particularly after exercise as your body releases endorphins ('feel good' hormones). But it isn't just about the health benefits. Trying a new sport

  4. What to do when someone dies

    other debts money the person had in a bank or building society, although they don’t have to release the money until probate is granted. If there’s a delay, you may need to pay the costs in the

  5. Jamie Cullum breaks record and raises money for Age UK

    Christmas twist, with money raised going to Age UK. We spoke to Jamie to find out more. As well as releasing a festive new album, The Pianoman At Christmas, Jamie Cullum recently broke  a  wor ld

  6. New UK survey reveals our beliefs about staying sharp in later life

    happen to their thinking skills as they get older, and the first results from this have just been released. Over 3000 people across the UK responded to the survey, aged from 40 to 98 years old, and we've

  7. Thinking seriously about climate change

    climate. Since the Industrial Revolution we have been burning large quantities of fossil fuels, releasing more and more of carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere traps heat from the sun, so more

  8. Remembering the Holocaust

    incredible sound of glass smashing. It was eerie. And then we saw smoke and fire. My father was due to be released that day and we were getting phone calls from friends and relations to say that the men were being ... London, offered to act as a guarantor for their passage to England. When Hedi’s father was released from prison, they prepared to flee. They were only allowed to bring one suitcase each with nothing

  9. Lesley Manville on Mrs Harris Goes To Paris

    speaking to Age UK about her latest film: the historical comedy-drama Mrs Harris Goes To Paris, released in cinemas on 30 September. Based on the 1958 novel of the same name, the film follows Lesley as ... Mrs Harris Goes To Paris, Lesley also serves as an executive producer. Like many recent cinematic releases, the film's production was heavily impacted by the events of the past two years. “We were

  10. Assisted living and extra-care housing

    Assisted Living is a type of housing and support which means you can retain your independence. Find out more information from Age UK.

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