LIFESTYLE

Monuments men (and women)

Monuments men (and women)

The only woman who served with the real-life ‘Monuments Men’ has been revealed as a 97-year-old British great grandmother – who’s never heard of George Clooney. Anne Oliver Bell is the last remaining ...
Blind faith

Blind faith

Deaf-blind James Peline, who gave up boxing as a teenager when he began to lose his vision, is stepping back into the ring – at the age of 65 By Alexander Lerche James, 65, lives with Usher Syndrome, ...
A local talking point

A local talking point

Being able to see the printed word is something a lot of us take for granted. Blind and partially sighted people don’t have this opportunity – but we can help them in other ways. We can provide access ...
Age and the machine

Age and the machine

Road safety charity the IAM is offering weekly motoring tips from Britain’s top advanced driver, Peter Rodger. This week Peter offers tips for older drivers. Currently motorists are required to renew ...