With so many journalists (including me) obsessed with writing about the morbid coronavirus pandemic, it’s getting harder to maintain a good sense of humour. Some might even feel that mirth of any kind during such a plague is inexcusable and inappropriate. But jokes and puns should never really be impermissible. Take Robespierre, for example. As … Continue reading Laughter in the middle of a pandemic not a cure, but helps us endure it 

If I’d known I was gonna live this long, I’d have taken better care of myself. -- Eubie Blake, on reaching the age of 100. My family and friends treated me to celebratory birthday bashes on my 70th, 80th, and 90th birthdays, and they’re planning another for my centenary in 2026. Each successive milestone has … Continue reading Maintaining a good sense of humour is key to prolonging one’s life span