Lifestyle

Having friends is undoubtedly good for you. But how do you go around finding friends who are just like you, or who like doing the same things? We go back to basics.

“I love heading into an event on my own to mingle,” said no one ever! Accomplished social butterflies are a rare species. No matter how confident you are, walking into a room full of strangers is daunting, and starting a conversation with someone new – even more so. Please, don’t fret.

Money can’t buy happiness, but it can be nice to have a little extra cash in your pocket once in a while. If you’re open to giving new money-spinning ventures a try, here’s five ideas to pop in the ideas bank...

Cycling is the fourth most popular sport in the UK. It’s easy to see why, as you can do it whatever your age or level of fitness. If you've not been on a bike since childhood, then maybe it's time to get back in the saddle!

Pension Credit rules are changing on 15 May 2019, which will affect couples who make a new claim where only one partner is over pension age. The impact is significant. We asked our Oddfellows Citizens Advice Line colleagues for their advice.

From spare rooms to driveways, reporter Kathryn Donachie takes a look at how to take your home’s superfluous square meters and turn it into money in the bank.

The ways in which bereavement, and other losses, affect us are very personal and members often tell us they have joined the Society to make new friends after losing a partner.

There’s a new sport sweeping the country – Walking Football. It’s exactly as the name suggests – you play football, but walking instead of running. Not only does it have considerable health benefits, but it’s great fun and a fantastic way of making new friends on and off the pitch.