The ObserverAutobiography and memoirReviewA scrapbook of the late singer’s diary entries, notes, photos, teen poetry and lyrics leans heavily on her early life but offers a vivid snapshot of her personality
Amy Winehouse, 12 years gone, was a perfectionist who hated revisiting the past. She was also a fiercely private artist who closely guarded her process, only revealing songs when she felt they were finished, or as evolved as they could be. Read More...
Osama bin Laden This article is more than 9 years oldBin Laden death images subject to purge, emails revealThis article is more than 9 years oldUS military chief ordered his subordinates to destroy any photographs of Osama bin Laden's body or give them to the CIAEleven days after the killing of Osama bin Laden in 2011, the US military's top special operations officer ordered subordinates to destroy any photographs of the al-Qaida founder's corpse or turn them over to the CIA, according to a newly released email. Read More...
Houseplant of the weekLife and styleThis low-maintenance charmer blooms in shades of red, pink, orange and yellow for weeks at a time
Why will I love it?
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is a cheap and cheerful houseplant adored for its vibrant colours and minimal care needs. Its stunning blooms in shades of red, pink, orange, yellow and white can last up to eight weeks in spring/summer, and it’s widely available – you can usually find one at the supermarket. Read More...