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‘To be a good soldier, I quickly understood that showing emotion was regarded as weakness,’ says Gemma, seen here in Kosovo, 2000 When Gemma Morgan (left) joined the Army, she looked forward to serving her country with pride. But after struggling with a culture of ‘toxic masculinity’, she plummeted to rock bottom. She describes her … Read more

As weariness with restrictions sets in, life coach Liz Wilde explains how to persevere during the ongoing uncertainty – and even thrive  We’ve lived through lockdowns and restrictions. We’ve re-learned how to shop, work and socialise. But the threat of months of uncertainty has plunged many of us into a pit of despair. ‘I just … Read more

Elizabeth Day: Don’t call me a ‘lucky girl’ By Elizabeth Day for You Magazine Published: 00:03 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 00:03 GMT, 6 December 2020 Styling: Holly Elgeti. Make-up: Nicky Weir using Hourglass Beauty. Hair: Alex Szabo at Carol Hayes using T3 Haircare. Shirt, Lisou. Earrings, Missoma. Trousers, Marella. Rings, Daisy Jewellery, Pilgrim. … Read more

From ruby-red Aries to sapphire-bright Libra, our star signs are inextricably linked to our birthstones, explains top astrologer Shelley von Strunckel. And understanding their power can be transformative    You might already have some idea of what a birthstone is if you’ve ever been given jewellery (or bought it for yourself). But be aware – the … Read more

It’s the lifestyle trend that’s helped get us through 2020 – and had us drooling over wicker baskets and Agas.

Horoscopes: Who can you trust this week, Sagittarius? By Sally Brompton for The Mail on Sunday Published: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 Sagittarius 23 Nov-21 Dec Who can you trust apart from yourself? Can you even trust your instincts? It’s not like you to be suspicious but you’ll … Read more

The sweet midwinter: Apple & walnut crumble pie By Skye Mcalpine Published: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 I cannot overstate how unbelievably good this is – pastry just-as-you-want-it crumbly, filling rich and custard-like and a topping the kind of stuff I could devour on its own by the … Read more

Food: The sweet midwinter By Skye Mcalpine Published: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 Stunning puds with seasonal sparkle for the festive table by food writer and cook Skye McAlpine Fruit & mascarpone tart Apple & walnut crumble pie; Chocolate chestnut meringue pie I have a sweet tooth. Cakes, … Read more

The sweet midwinter: Panetonne, mascarpone & almond cake By Skye Mcalpine Published: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 This is a wonderful way to make use of a slightly stale panettone. Once iced, it should really be eaten within a day.  SERVES 10 250g salted butter, softened 500g icing … Read more

The sweet midwinter: Chocolate chestnut meringue pie By Skye Mcalpine Published: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 6 December 2020 A Mont Blanc of sorts, in beautiful pie form. The base is made from a mix of chocolate biscuits (any will do but bourbons work particularly well). You’ll need a cook’s blowtorch … Read more