Despite sitting on the Teviot rather than the Tweed, this community-spirited town is perfect for discovering textile heritage, and exploring the glorious surrounding landscapes, including England's largest manmade forest across the border – which...

Dr Maria Knobel resells secondhand furniture that she picks up for free or cheaply and then enhances. She has made almost £10,000 in two years - but has kept it secret until now we ask people to confess their furtive money-related secrets which they are...

The Grand Designs broadcaster on his love of old cars, and why he is sceptical about the future of EVs “It appears to me that there are around 20 prototype cars and every car on the road is made from a compilation of those 20 cars,” he explains. Bitwise...

I’d say we get on better than other couples and yet our sex life finally limped to a close three years ago , once rare and stigmatised, has become mainstream – 42 per cent of marriages now end this way, meaning nearly half of us who getHere, Lara* shares...

The drizzly autumn months are here, and with it comes the perfect cosy dinner Pasta is the perfect midweek dinner – warm, comforting and delicious in the drizzly autumn months. But there’s no need to always rely on jarred pesto to whip up a quick meal in...

The drizzly autumn months are here, and with it comes the perfect cosy dinner Pasta is the perfect midweek dinner – warm, comforting and delicious in the drizzly autumn months. But there’s no need to always rely on jarred pesto to whip up a quick meal in...

Becca Scott's journey from separation to finding new love and having a daughter highlights the transformative power of gratitude. Cultivating thankfulness for small daily moments can reduce stress, lower cortisol levels, and increase feel-good...

A young reader wants to reduce their tax bill through boosting their retirement savings . Are you concerned you’re not saving enough for your later years? Do you want to know if you have enough to retire or don’t know how to find your lost...

Realising renting was unaffordable in London on her own, Francesca Baker-Brooker moved into a house share - but found it an unsettling and uncomfortable experience , Francesca Baker-Brooker remembers heading straight upstairs to hide away in her room as...

A growing number of mid-life workers, dubbed 'carents', are finding their retirement savings and career progression impacted by the increasing need to care for aging parents. The article highlights the personal story of Sara Wise, who had to pause her...

Tourists disappear at dusk, but new investment and openings are encouraging visitors to linger longer and experience Luss's community spirit is a living postcard. This impossibly picturesque Scottish village could have been sculpted to shine from a...

Nine million people aged between 50 and 66 are Neters (not employed, in training or retirement), which is 21 per cent of the age group. And it's not for lack of trying Ruth, 57, from Kent, never struggled to get a job – until now. She worked in the...

Nine million people aged between 50 and 66 are Neters (not employed, in training or retirement), which is 21 per cent of the age group. And it's not for lack of trying Ruth, 57, from Kent, never struggled to get a job – until now. She worked in the...

The government originally announced plans to cut the cash ISA to encourage more people to invest - but some savers are not convinced An ISA is a special account where you never pay tax on the interest or gains you make. There are multiple different types...

Tipping might seem like an act of generosity, but it can do more harm than good I was born in Cagliari, the capital of Sardinia. Other than a decade when I worked and studied in the US and England, I have always lived here. Bitwise Closes Dogecoin ETF...

Microplastics are nearly impossible to see and avoid completely but there are ways to cut down on your exposure Plastic is an undeniable part of everyday life. It keeps our food fresh, lines disposable coffee cups, and even makes up a significant part of...

Microplastics are nearly impossible to see and avoid completely but there are ways to cut down on your exposure Plastic is an undeniable part of everyday life. It keeps our food fresh, lines disposable coffee cups, and even makes up a significant part of...

His best friends got places, but he ended up at the local school knowing nobody. It taught me a lesson in letting go Your precious child has arrived at Year 6. They are the big kids. The sixth formers of primary school. The mentors for the reception...

Offering low-cost solutions for easy, sunny holidays over the coming weeks for the UK, you might be thinking about an escape to the sun. Fortunately, there are still plenty of short-haul destinations where the weather remains balmy into...

His best friends got places, but he ended up at the local school knowing nobody. It taught me a lesson in letting go Your precious child has arrived at Year 6. They are the big kids. The sixth formers of primary school. The mentors for the reception...

Offering low-cost solutions for easy, sunny holidays over the coming weeks for the UK, you might be thinking about an escape to the sun. Fortunately, there are still plenty of short-haul destinations where the weather remains balmy into...

I’m not a royal reporter or a natural provocateur and nor do I really have a strong view on Meghan. Why then were her supporters so angry with me? The comments came while I was cooking dinner. They continued throughout the evening, overnight, the next...

Simple changes could boost the building industry and make renovations more affordable for homeowners That has a knock-on effect for companies who are seeing work dry up and having to make difficult decisions about the future. So it’s no surprise thatA...

US President Donald Trump defends Republican strongholds against Democratic gains, while UK politics sees a tight race in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election between Labour and the Green Party. Donald Trump is being forced to try to defend territory...

I was determined to get our son a place, but once he was there, he silently slipped between the cracks places will close in England. This means many parents spend this month looking for the best school for their child. The i Paper spoke to three parents...

I was determined to get our son a place, but once he was there, he silently slipped between the cracks places will close in England. This means many parents spend this month looking for the best school for their child. The i Paper spoke to three parents...

Adele Greshon has been warned a gas pipe in her home could potentially explode and that shoddy building work will cost thousands to rectify had been carried out over a gas pipe that put them at potential risk, she collapsed sobbing into the arms of her...

Adele Greshon has been warned a gas pipe in her home could potentially explode and that shoddy building work will cost thousands to rectify had been carried out over a gas pipe that put them at potential risk, she collapsed sobbing into the arms of her...

I’ve worked full time since I was 21 and genuinely can’t imagine retiring before I'm 70 But recently, I have noticed I am getting more retirement videos popping up. One got me thinking – a presenter said that, of which I am proudly a member, could end up...

Symptoms such as brain fog, low mood and weight gain shouldn't be dismissed. The thyroid could be to blame Many a patient I’ve met in practice has been frustrated by their weight – or more specifically, by their apparent inability to lose it. Weekly...

New figures reveal that over 82,000 workers opted out of pension schemes last year, a significant increase from the previous year, with campaigners warning that financial pressures are forcing many employees to make this decision. more than 82,000 times...

Growing numbers of people are deficient in vitamin B12, but getting a diagnosis and the right treatment isn't always easy , a nutrient that the body needs to develop, maintain and repair nerve cells and make healthy red blood cells. A deficiency can...

A 62-year-old woman from West Sussex shares the emotional and practical challenges of caring for her mother with memory loss, describing the strain on her personal life and her eventual decision to move her mother into a residential home despite family...

An expert explains the complex rules regarding tax-free pension cash for individuals who have exceeded the lifetime allowance, spanning different UK tax regimes from pre-2006 to post-2024. savings to be answered by our expert, Rachel Vahey, head of...

Easily accessed from the mainland, this isle has sandy beaches, windswept hikes, abundant seafood and world-class wildlife , but I reckon it’s much better,” says Englishman Vaughan Faulkes-Arnold of Tobermory Bay Tours as he casts his arm across...

With the UK Government warning people to stock up on food and water, prepping is no longer niche. But we still lag behind our neighbours in preparedness The British Government has warned the public to stock up on food and water, to ensure they could cope...

With the UK Government warning people to stock up on food and water, prepping is no longer niche. But we still lag behind our neighbours in preparedness The British Government has warned the public to stock up on food and water, to ensure they could cope...

Low investment in brain cancer in the UK leaves patients like Dr Huw McCandless with limited treatment options are notoriously bad at being patients. But when Huw McCandless, a GP, started feeling not himself seven years ago, he did decide to get himself...

Low investment in brain cancer in the UK leaves patients like Dr Huw McCandless with limited treatment options are notoriously bad at being patients. But when Huw McCandless, a GP, started feeling not himself seven years ago, he did decide to get himself...

A travel writer recounts the unique challenges and rewards of touring the misty and rugged coastline of Finistère in Brittany with a partner and two large dog breeds. The article details the difficulties of finding pet-friendly accommodation for multiple...

A friendly Alabama crowd helped launch the President's political career, but a decade on his approval rating sits at record lows In August 2015, Donald Trump took the stage in Mobile, Alabama, to receive the endorsement of then-Senator Jeff Sessions. A...

Ministers are weighing up whether to force disability claimants to swap cash payments for other forms of support or if its should be voluntary, The i Paper has learned. Disability claimants could be forced to swap cash payments for other forms of support...

An exploration of how the UK state pension's triple lock has improved retiree living standards, alongside expert advice on using gratitude and healthy relationships to enhance mental and physical health in later life. For 15 years, the triple lock has...

These symptoms are not always easy to spot and are commonly dismissed as signs of ageing, so all the more reason to be vigilant A case I encountered this summer represented one of the quickest medical turnarounds I’ve seen in my years of practice. A...

Don't flirt, don't ask about other children and focus on whether they enjoy school, say teachers Parents; a chance to be surprised by skills which remain completely hidden at home, or it can become an oddly pressurised, awkward chat.about the best, worst...

Also on the Seine, Rouen has its own Notre Dame and centuries of defining history, without the bustle and tourist traps of the capital in September 2025, I had romantic notions about Montmartre’s winding cobbled streets, artists’ square and quaint cafés....

Before you rush to the nearest forecourt to buy a new car, read Dave's top tips on what to consider With the release of new registration plates, September remains the most popular month of the year to buy a new car. I’ve been buying and selling vehicles...

The government is unlikely to announce changes to the student loan repayment system in the next Budget due to high reform costs. Sources confirmed that the repayment threshold and interest rate for Plan 2 loans will likely remain unchanged. Two senior...

Andy Burnham has announced a new scheme to help first time buyers but property owners are curious how it could impact the value of their home too In our bi-weekly series, readers can email in with any questions about property to be answered by our...

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