Culture
Tracey Emin: Turning 50 was a wake-up call
On Saturday on the Jonathan Ross show, Tracey Emin talked about reaching 50 and says it has made her more focused, ambitious and graceful
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Wheels
The new Land Rover vs the new Jeep
These two iconic 4x4s are being revitalised by technology: motoring correspondent Jeremy Tayor pits the Jeep against the new Land Rover Defender
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Dating
Sex with younger men: 20 fun reasons it's OK
It's not taboo to sleep with younger men, and here are 20 reasons why it's fun (as long as you only want a short-term fling not a long-term thing)
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Travel
Win two spa treatments at Plaza Lounge
Kick off your holiday this year with entry to the luxury Plaza Premium lounge and two massage treatments. Just like and share the High50 Facebook page
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Editor's favourites
Food
Top ten foods to improve your food
Half of us eat comfort food when stressed and only one in six choose mood-lifting foods like wholegrains. Dr Sarah Schenker shares her top ten happiness foods
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Life
Madonna at the Brits: 'I knew she was trouble'
Ageing is like being a small boy in the surf, says this 49-year-old ad man, and the Brits were like a crashing wave dumping him on the sand
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Health
Why 'gluten free' may not mean healthy
A gluten-free label doesn’t necessarily mean a food is good for you. Many are high in fat, salt, sugar and calories. And you could miss out on vital nutrients
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Life
Is there ever a good reason to lie about age?
Countdown’s Susie Dent was outed in February as 50, not 47, and Kate Garraway admitted lying about her age. But there can be reasons for it
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Travel
The best dog-friendly hotels in the UK
We all know we're a nation of animal-lovers but do you know where to take your dog on holiday? The best hotels for dogs, with dog menus and beautiful walks
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Health
Can male HRT give you your va-va-voom back?
Prescriptions for testosterone are big business in the US, but doctors here can’t agree whether it’s safe. We look at the evidence
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Beauty
Best Oscars hairstyles and how to do them
Hairstylist to the stars Errol Douglas picks the top red-carpet looks from the Oscars and shows us how to recreate them, including the perfect updo
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Travel
Best gastropubs for a cosy country break
Country and coastal pubs are some of the best places to dine these days. Here are the best rural gastropubs, with views and food to die for
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Homes
Heating your home via the internet of things
We explain Nest, Hive and HeatGenius, the latest of the smart devices and apps that can remotely control your home's heating and save money on your bills
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Culture
The UK's best theatre: what to book now
This spring and summer are set to be blockbuster seasons for the stage: Emma Thompson, Juliette Binoche and Mark Strong star
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Menopause
7 years of hot flushes? Don't let this be you
We find the truth behind yesterday’s alarming newspaper headlines, and ten things you can do to reduce your chance of lasting menopause symptoms
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Health
Did therapy help Julianne win her Oscar?
Julianne Moore has revealed how therapy has helped her, but Ruby Wax prefers mindfulness. Plus: what's available in the UK and how to find it
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Beauty
10 celebrities who look hot with grey hair
We celebrate 50 Shades' release with these ten celebs with grey hair, including Annie Lennox, Jamie Lee Curtis and Pierce Brosnan
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Health
I’m going veggie, after eating meat for 50 years
One in eight Brits are vegetarian. Kate Morris explains why, after eating meat all her life, the recent undercover film of animal cruelty made her give it up
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Life
Looking for work in 50s? You're not alone
A report out today shows that there are high levels of people aged 55 to 64 applying for jobs, and there's more work in general
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Startup
I've put £100k into my virtual reality news app
Louis Jebb has already set up two businesses but the third is his most ambitious: a virtual reality news app that he's invested his own money into
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Money
Pensions Revolution 8: Learn the new rules
You may not be retiring yet, but from 6 April pension rules are changing, meaning there will be more savings options. Here's why you should plan now
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Travel
Your chance to book a foodie spa break
Stay at the beautiful Lime Wood hotel in the New Forest, and enjoy comfort food from Angela Hartnett, and a Maserati to drive for the weekend
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Firsts
An adventure trip to Dubai: hell or fun?
Ben West likes staying in his comfort zone, so an adventure trip to Dubai for dune buggying and camel polo wasn't his idea of fun. How did it go?
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I tried skydiving for my 50th birthday
Trevor Richards’ decision to jump out of a plane at an altitude of 15,000ft was a life-changing one. He tells us why getting active has made his 50s the best decade yet
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I backpacked around India with my husband
Tracey and Dean Butterfill backpacked around Rajasthan for his 50th birthday, proving that taking a gap year is not just for youngsters
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I went on hol and left my husband at home
Holidaying with a mate is fun and can give your friendship a boost, taking a break from responsibilities. It can do your marriage good too
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Celebrations
Time for your sabbatical?
Sabbaticals don't have to be a faraway dream. Meet Rory Monroe who turned a tragedy into a silver lining when he took the time to travel to Australia and New Zealand with his loved ones
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It's not too late for a grown-up gap year
Who says gap years are just for 20-somethings? Sarah O’Keefe felt run-down until a rejuvenating stay in Thailand gave her a new sense of purpose. Next up? India.
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A Venice once-in-a-lifetime family holiday
All generations will love a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Venice, a city of culture, gastronomy and spellbinding architecture. It's an unforgettable break
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Top ten ways to celebrate your 50th
Mark your 50th in style, at these ten epic holidays for the big occasion. Take your loved ones, bring your best friends and break out the champagne
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