Lifestyle

What the Ramadan fast actually requires, who is exempt from it, the disputed history of its origin, and why Ramadan Mubarak is the safer greeting.

Why Mother's Day lands on a different date in different countries, how the UK's Mothering Sunday split from the US holiday, and a country-by-country list.

Ten habit changes tied to a longer life: portion control, less TV, sun care, staying social, moderate drinking and daily movement, plus six tips for better sleep.

World Environment Day explained: where it came from, the Beat Plastic Pollution theme, ways to mark it, and ten figures on how much plastic we discard.

What triggers indigestion and how it feels, then home remedies to try: ginger, peppermint, fennel seed, cider vinegar, juices and fruit, plus heartburn tips.

What Pohela Boishakh marks, why Bangladesh keeps April 14, the fairs, processions and Haalkhata that fill the day, and a set of new year wishes to send.

Valentine's Day greetings, card messages and short SMS lines you can copy, with the legend of the Roman priest the day is named for.

What a Christmas Wonderland event puts on for families, with a closer look at two of them: Hyde Park in London and the Sydney Showground in Australia.

Christmas gift ideas sorted by who you are shopping for, from a jewelry box and agate coasters to coffee mug mixers and an ombre tote bag.

Where the Christmas card came from in 1843, and what to write in one now: separate pointers for close family and for clients, plus when to mail them.