Varieties

Europe’s hidden coasts: Costa Maresme, Spain Richard Eilers   The coast just north of Barcelona is often overlooked by visitors. But with miles of sandy beach, great restaurants and a coast-hugging train, it’s a perfect escape. I love...

Which Windows programs for more advanced users do you recommend? Jack Schofield   An earlier answer endorsed some programs for people setting up a new Windows PC, but Joakim would like some suggestions for more seasoned users. I’m...

Is it still worth buying a Windows phone? Jack Schofield   Mike is a happy Windows smartphone user and wants to upgrade to the latest operating system. Is this wise, or is the phone going the way...

Which smartphone has the best camera? Jack Schofield   Alison needs to replace her smartphone and she wants one that will take good photographs in a wide range of lighting conditions. Continuing the theme from last week, I...

Stress of Trump era harms Americans’ psychological health Psychologists find a marked increase in stress in early 2017, as Americans struggle to cope with rumors of looming war, an uncertain political future, and a deep...