Chris Robshaw of England is tackled by Stuart Hogg of Scotland during the RBS Six Nations match between England and Scotland at Twickenham Stadium on February 2, 2013 in London, England ©Getty From SPORTS 3:11pm

The Pursuits Interview: Chris Robshaw

As round two of the Six Nations rugby championship gets under way this weekend, the England captain hopes his understated leadership style will propel his side to victory over Ireland

Roberts PillowTalk, Flos D’E-Light, Zeo Sleep Manager Pro+, Philips Wake-Up Light, SleepPhones Feb 1, 2013

Barometer: tech

Dream team – five bedtime gadgets from a simulator light alarm clock to a music-playing headband for a better night’s sleep

Nick Mason, Pink Floyd’s drummer, hits Goodwood in 2012 in an Audi Auto Union ©Jochen van Cauwenberge From FT MAGAZINE Feb 1, 2013

Classic cars racing: past blasts

Historic racing is brilliant for spectators. But what’s in it for the car owners?

At the mixing desk: Isabel Berwick and son Gabe with Jeff Marsh,left, and Dan Povenmire ©Alastair Levy Feb 1, 2013

Voiceovers with the creators of ‘Phineas and Ferb’

How hard could it be to say a few words of dialogue for a cartoon? Isabel Berwick and her son try their hand

Tall table shelf and frame, Off-set oak and steel console table, Orla Kiely floor lamp, Finnieston bookcase, and Adnet Circulaire mirror Jan 25, 2013

Barometer: design

Fixtures and furniture with a little value added

The old railway path, just north of Aldeburgh ©Rob Ball Jan 25, 2013

A walk with the FT: In Britten’s footsteps

Sound recordist Chris Watson tunes into the Suffolk soundscape that inspired the composer

Nigel Mansell and Gemma Briggs hit the road on their bikes ©Gareth Phillips Jan 18, 2013

Distance cycling with the FT: Nigel Mansell

The former Formula 1 world champion had more Grand Prix wins than any other British driver. So what’s he like on two wheels?

Jan 18, 2013

Barometer: innovation

Looking for iDeas for all ages? Here is some clever stuff for babies, kids and grown-ups…

The 'Trench Warfare' obstacle in the 2012 World’s Toughest Mudder, New Jersey, US ©Christopher Lane From FT MAGAZINE Jan 18, 2013

Could you handle the World’s Toughest Mudder?

“As a Tough Mudder I pledge that: I understand that Tough Mudder is not a race, but a challenge. I put teamwork and camaraderie before my course time. I do not whine – kids whine. I help my fellow mudders complete the course. I overcome all fears”: 24 hours of hell in New Jersey, US

John Campbell at Coworth Park ©Niall Clutton Jan 11, 2013

Barometer: travel

Country tweed meets urban chic – and an award-winning super spa

Jan 11, 2013

The Pursuits Interview: Darren Clarke

He won the 2011 Open, yet since then even he admits his game has been poor. So why is Darren Clarke in line to captain Europe’s Ryder Cup team? By Brian Viner

Jan 4, 2013

A walk with the FT: The Pendle Hill route, near Blackburn, Lancashire

Jack Straw, MP for Blackburn and ‘adopted Lancastrian’, heads out across the moors to discuss nature, religion and Iraq with Julian Flanagan

Jan 4, 2013

Barometer: tech

Virtuous gadgets that can help you make - and keep - your New Year’s resolutions

Dec 21, 2012

Barometer: travel

Discover ancient sites – and food heaven – in the wilds of Pembrokeshire. Plus, the top spots for New Year skiing

Dec 7, 2012

The Pursuits Interview: Heather Watson

Heather Watson is the first British woman to win a WTA Tour title in nearly a quarter of a century. She tells Alison Kervin about hunger, hard work and looking after number one

Nov 30, 2012

Barometer: design

Presents for kids can be cute and stylish

Nov 23, 2012

A walk with the FT: The Dylan Thomas route

How better to mark the anniversary of the poet’s death than by exploring the landscape he loved?

Nov 23, 2012

Barometer: tech

Innovative gadgets perfect for the freewheeling cyclist – plus talent-poaching in Silicon Valley

Nov 16, 2012

Hiking with the FT: Love Raj Singh Dharmshaktu

One of India’s greatest climbers on the highs, and dangerous lows, of summiting Everest

Nov 9, 2012

Military history with the FT: Lewis Moody

England rugby star Lewis Moody fought hard for his 71 caps. But, off the field, the former captain draws inspiration from battles of a different scale