4 h. ago East London gangster Dave Courtney died penniless and without a will at 64

Courtney, 64, was found dead at his home in Plumstead on October 22, 2023

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4 h. ago Gangster Dave Courtney dies 'penniless' after taking his own life with gunshot to the head

The gangster-turned-actor was found dead at his home in Plumstead, south-east London, in October 2023, with a gunshot wound. Senior coroner Dr Julian Morris concluded that Courtney took his own life.

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5 h. ago The surprising age when many of us actually peak, according to science

New research suggests that overall psychological functioning actually peaks between the ages of 55 and 60

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6 h. ago Notorious gangster Dave Courtney died penniless and without a will after taking his own life at the age of 64

Courtney, who claimed to be an associate of 1960s gangland criminals the Kray twins, swapped an earlier life of crime for writing books in his later years.

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6 h. ago Celebrity gangster Dave Courtney died penniless and without a will after taking his own life at the age of 64

Courtney, who claimed to be an associate of 1960s gangland criminals the Kray twins, swapped an earlier life of crime for writing books in his later years.

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29 h. ago Cliff Richard's heartbreaking admission about own mortality as he turns 85

Cliff Richard has enjoyed a life of fame and fortune and is still touring at the age of 85, with the legendary rocker showing no signs of stopping anytime soon

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30 h. ago Seven tips for people who are thinking about downsizing their home

Experts explain the elements you should be thinking about if you’re moving on

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59 h. ago Al Pacino's biggest regret is 'not marrying Diane Keaton' despite decade

The Godfather star Al Pacino has revealed his one regret after his on-screen wife and off-screen 'love of his life' Diane Keaton died on Saturday at the age of 79

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5 d. ago Ricky Hatton's love life: Playboy model, Claire Sweeney and beauty therapist

Ricky Hatton, who tragically passed away last month at the age of 46, had a colourful love life, including high-profile romances with Claire Sweeney and Jennifer Dooley

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6 d. ago Ian Rush's new life and model fiancee's anger over age gap claim

Ian Rush is one of the greatest players in the history of Welsh football, but his life off the pitch has been just as eventful as his career on it, with the Liverpool legend now engaged

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6 d. ago Ian Rush's new life with model fiancee as truth over age gap emerges

The Liverpool legend was part of the last Wales team to beat England - now Craig Bellamy's side are looking for a first win over the Three Lions in over 40 years

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8 d. ago Dick Van Dyke jokes about not making it to his 100th birthday in December: ‘It’d be funny’

The 99-year-old actor’s birthday is December 13

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1 week ago Cruz Beckham’s girlfriend reacts to criticism about couple’s 10

Cruz Beckham and Jackie Apostel have been romantically linked since June 2024

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1 week ago Frailty in ageing populations worsened by air pollution, global review finds

Coauthor of research says condition linked to heightened vulnerability and loss of independence – but is reversibleAir pollution increases the likelihood of people becoming frail in middle and old age, according to an international review of studies.People are living longer and, while this is often painted as a challenge to healthcare systems, it is also something to celebrate. There are many opportunities to increase the quality of life in old age, maximise independence and minimise the amount time spent being ill. Continue reading...

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1 week ago At 10st 10lbs and aged 63, I looked like Mr Blobby and my joints were agony. Now I've lost nearly 3 stone without weight

I saw it flash up on one of the screens at my gym last week as I was doing my fourth set of lateral pulldowns: September 24, UK National Fitness Day.

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1 week ago Eight simple lifestyle changes to support you through menopause

Experts say there are ways to help improve symptoms during perimenopause and menopause

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2 w. ago How old is Rita from Coronation Street? Inside Barbara Knox's life from age to retirement plans

Coronation Street scenes this week will see Jenny Connor betray Rita Tanner

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2 w. ago Strictly's Shirley Ballas tearfully opens up on painful family tragedy

Strictly judge Shirley Ballas has opened up about the tragic death of her brother David Rich, who took his own life at the age of 44 after a long battle with depression

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2 w. ago Your parents' risky behavior as teens could take years off your life

If your parents engaged in a risky behavior around the time they hit puberty, it could end up taking years off your life as an adult, a newly presented study from researchers in Norway has suggested.

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2 w. ago A new start after 60: I rented out my flat and bought a bike. Now home is a tent and the open road

Sarah Cook has pedalled more than 24,000 miles in the seven years since she left England for the US and beyond. She has no plans to stopWhen the urge became impossible to ignore, Sarah Cook bought a touring bike and an “all-singing, all-dancing four-season tent”, and packed her belongings into 68-litre bike bags.She was 60, and, having rented out her flat in Cumbria, England, set off alone to pedal the Pacific west coast of the US. As she cycled away from Vancouver airport, “I was like ‘See you in six months!’,” Cook says. “Not having the weight of bricks and mortar and possessions was so liberating.” By the time she arrived in La Paz, Bolivia, 111 days later, she knew, “this is how I want to live my life.” Now 67, she has been itinerant ever since, and has cycled 24,000 miles.Tell us: has your life taken a new direction after the age of 60? Continue reading...

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