Money & Work / Tips & Advice
Succession planning for businesses
Identify what you would like to happen with your business assets in your own Will and protect staff and shares in the enterprise you have sacrificed so much time on. 50 Connect reports that in previous news, we talked about the serious issues that could occur when a...
Volunteering at any age can be fun!
This is the story of Mike, and how he helps national children’s charity, Over The Wall, by volunteering at their summer camps for seriously ill children. Mature Times reports that founded in 1999 by Hollywood legend, Paul Newman, the charity provides free residential...
Get connected: The mind and body connection with holistic healing
People are aware of taking care of their body, even if they don’t do it regularly. But this broad subject is one that has been instilled in us since we were little. You shouldn’t eat “bad” food and you need to be active. Everyone will tell you this, there’s no secret...
Don’t panic! Your local pharmacy has a Brexit plan agreed for you
Brexit is now the talking point it’s impossible to avoid. Its impact on groceries, travel, NHS staff shortages and British-Irish border plans form part of the endless daily chatter and news programmes. Mature Times reports that the potential for the impact on the...
Over 50s have sex every few days, go to gigs and watch Game of Thrones
Far from being stuck in a middle-aged rut, today's 50-year-olds are challenging perceptions and living life to the full. The Mirror reports that the modern 50-something has a gym membership, watches YouTube - and has sex every couple of days, it has emerged....
GNOME GROWN: Sales of garden gnomes rockets as unfashionable ornaments make comeback in wacky new styles
Hipsters, ninjas and zombies have joined traditional wheelbarrow-pushing characters and resurrected the brand this Summer. The Sun reports that GNOME sales have rocketed after the traditional red-capped figures were replaced by selfie-snapping models and gun-toting...
Which plants shall I grow in my greenhouse?
If you ever thought about growing your own plants and are interested in the process of gardening, maintaining a greenhouse is the best thing to do. Mature Times reports that while you will be able to grow new plants from your existing ones, you can also start growing...
Bio-dynamic grape-growing practice contains some sound gardening chemistry
Wine makers who practise the extreme form of organic grape growing, known as bio-dynamics, believe that only by putting back into the soil everything nature produces, and I mean everything, can vines can grow and wine be made in harmony with the earth’s rhythms....
Moroccan magic: Bringing the taste of Morocco home
Creating amongst intricately carved decor, Michael Edwards joins the Cookery Course at Riad Star Marrakech. Food always tells the story of a country and a people. For centuries, Marrakech, perched on the shoulder of the vast expanses of the Saharan desert, has been on...
Spice, sunshine and baseline: The story of the Notting Hill Carnival
Traditionally held every August bank holiday, the flamboyant Notting Hill Carnival draws crowds from across the country and beyond to join in on the fun, food, and sound of the Caribbean culture. Boasting the title of Europe’s largest street festival, the colourful...
Tantalising trips: The best summer destinations in Europe of 2019
With summer upon us and heatwaves bathing most of Europe in gorgeous sun, holidays to suit all budgets and tastes are being pushed online with many offering Special Holiday Deals. This is great if you’re looking for a break at a great price. Now is the time to grab a...
Revealed: The items over-55’s can’t go on holiday without
Over two-thirds of over 55's take their electronic devices on holiday. Tea bags are considered an ‘essential’. Twice as many over 55's take toilet roll on holiday than pictures of their family, and celery makes the list!! 50 Plus reports that research into holiday...