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<p>Three days after his 50th birthday party Tracey and Dean Butterfill were backpacking around Rajasthan, proving gap years are not just for the young crowd</p>

<p>The global currency market is worth a whopping $5.3trn a day, and it's not for the faint-hearted. If you're au fait with the markets then try it, or open a demo Forex account, says Tony Griffiths</p>

<p>An organised taster tour does all the hard work for you. Xenia Taliotis hops onboard and uncovers local delicacies, sweet spots, cellar tours and flamenco dancing in Lisbon, Seville and Évora</p>

<p>Fans of Bulletproof coffee - which contains butter and oil - claim that it helps them lose weight, boosts energy and sharpens the mind, but is it all it’s cracked up to be? Liz Parry investigates </p>

<p>Find out how the Apple Watch, Nike Fitbit, Google Glass and other wearables could improve your health, by monitoring your activity level, exercise programme, posture, heart rate and more</p>

Life

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100 days to go, but who will vote?

The over 50s are the most likely to vote at this year's General Election but will they be listened to? Why politicians need to take notice of us

Money

Personal finance. Elderly parents financial scams.

How to stop your parents being ripped off

From phishing to fake prize draws, every day older people are ripped off financially. What to watch for, and signs that your parents are being targeted

Travel

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Best boot camps and weight-loss weekends

If you piled on the pounds over the Christmas season, a weekend weight-loss spa or boot camp could give you an intensive push to get in shape

Love

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How to date, by a 50-something male

When Gord Smiley found himself single after losing his wife of 28 years, he thought dating again would be daunting. But he got back out there

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Love

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Nine alternative Valentine's ideas

Expectations are always high for Valentine's Day, giving most restaurants an excuse to hike up the prices on the same old thing. Sudi Pigott suggests nine exciting alternatives

Travel

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The Trans-Siberan Railway - slow but epic

Train holidays can be a magical experience. Richard Green spends 100 hours aboard the Trans Siberian Express, from Moscow to Beijing

Style

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Slow fashion: I choose to wear my values

Slow fashion is the antidote to cheap, disposable, unsustainable fast fashion. Christina Robert on why she has embraced it and what it means to her

Life

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A 10-step guide to rehab your resumé

Whether you're changing jobs or returning to work, you need a bang up-to-date CV – and all the rules have probably changed since the last one you did

Health

Yoga trends 2015 for over-50s. Restorative yoga. Balasana.

Five ways to reboot your yoga practice

To shake up your yoga practice (or if you always thought it was too easy, difficult or boring) here are five takes on it to get you (back) on your mat

Homes

The Apple Watch: 20 million are expected to be sold this year

Technology to change your life in 2015

Some exciting (but practical) technology is being released in 2015 that will affect how we live. We choose the top five gamechanging gadgets

Money

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How to avoid the 50-plus insurance rip-off

Recent research has found that people in their 50s are getting a raw deal on travel, life and car insurance. Here's how not to get ripped off

Health

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Inflammation: why you should be concerned

Chronic inflammation is being described as an ‘epidemic’. Tackling and preventing it is the key to staying healthy – especially in our fifties

Sport

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The shortest, easiest way to fat loss

Chris Zaremba was obese at 50 and now at 58 is a world champion fitness model. His secret to losing weight at 50-plus is simple: eat less, exercise more

Health

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What's bone broth and why is it trending?

Bone broth is a deeply nourishing food that is centuries old. Now, here and in the States, it's having a moment. We put it under the microscope

Culture

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Theatre for 2015: your cultural calendar

A feast of performances, many starring actors in their prime such as Kristin Scott Thomas as The Queen and Caroline Quentin as prostitute Fanny Hill

RIP

Hands of a woman writing notes in her personal planner.

How to write a really great funeral speech

A funeral speech should be the speech of your life, giving the occasion all the power and dignity it deserves. Susan Gray gives a very practical guide

Travel

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Gstaad: Europe's best-kept ski and spa secret

Michelin-star dining, a five-star spa and the Swiss Alps on its doorstep make Gstaad's Le Grand Bellevue a perfect winter retreat for adults

Beauty

City dweller? Pollution is ageing your skin

New research shows that pollution is one of the biggest enemies to youthful skin. Here are the grime-busting ingredients to look for in skincare

Divorce

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How to save money on your divorce

Getting divorced can be expensive if you've been married for a while and have lots of joint assets. Here's how to keep fees down

Dating

Online dating for over 50s_best websites

The truth about online dating at 50

Don't want to put yourself 'out there' online? Get over it, because this is how you get dates now! Here's what online dating at 50 is like and the best sites to try

Startup

Peter Hanratty: I quit banking for biofuel

In our new series of interviews, Peter tells us how, sparked by a mimi-mid-life crisis, he moved to Madagascar to start a biofuel business

Menopause

Post menopause zest. Women over 50

Get ready for post-menopausal zest

PMZ is the burst of new energy, confidence, creativity and enthusiasm that many women experience after the menopause. Who knew?!

Firsts

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I'm travelling around India on my motorbike

Why says your 20s are more fun?! Aged 53, Chris Everard learnt to ride a motorbike. Now he's off on a trip around India on it, for charity

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I took up paddle board yoga lessons

Stand-up paddle boarding is unusual enough, but this 51-year-old added yoga into the mix. Find out why fitness afloat is the best for wellbeing and workouts

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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 turned 50 and mastered the trapeze

When Genevieve Melaugh turned 50, she started circus school lessons. Now her confidence is sky high and she's never felt fitter

Celebrations

Where to celebrate your anniversary

Where to celebrate your anniversary

Forget flowers and chocolates – here are two top destinations for a big anniversary getaway. Two couples share their anniversary holidays

A Venice once-in-a-lifetime family holiday

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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Empty nester? Time to see the world again

Empty nester Patsy Dimm, 57, took off to explore India and Europe with her husband when her youngest child left home. Now international travelling is the norm.

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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.

Oceans to Outback

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Adelaide to Darwin picture gallery

From ocean activities to outback adventures and vast landscapes, these are our highlights of South Australia and the Northern Territory, in pictures

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Outback adventures in the Northern Territory

Here, you’ll find unforgettable landscapes, huge skies and rocky mountains and you can get involved too, from hot air ballooning to heli-fishing

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The top five things to do in South Australia

From mountain ranges to luxury camping, to swimming with sea lions and blending your own wine, here are the highlights

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The regions' top hotels and lodges

Australia’s accommodation can be as awe-inspiring as its natural attractions. We profile some of the finest hotels and lodges, plus their surrounding activities

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