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Never forget a birthday again: set up reminders on iPhone and Android
How to set up birthday reminders on iPhone and Android, keep the birthday field in your contacts up to date and stay on top of it with a monthly check.
Teachers' Day around the world: dates and how to say thank you
When Teachers' Day falls in Turkey, Spain and worldwide, why a thank you means more than you expect, and what teachers are allowed to accept.
Belated birthday wishes: how to be late and still get it right
Missed the day by a few days? How to write belated birthday wishes that land well, with short examples for a friend, a colleague, your nan and your partner.
Diwali 2026: how to send wishes to friends and colleagues
Diwali falls on 8 November 2026. What the festival of lights is about, which greetings work, what people give and when your message should arrive.
Birthday voice message: why your voice says more
Recording a voice message can feel awkward. Research shows why it's worth it, and six tips help you say the right thing in 60 seconds.
Birthday wishes across time zones: when to send them
Your sister lives in Sydney, your best friend in New York? How to find the right moment for birthday wishes across time zones and avoid the common traps.
Forgot someone's birthday? What to do now
The birthday has passed and you said nothing. How to apologise honestly, what still brings joy today, and how to avoid it next year.
Long-distance birthday ideas: 9 ways to feel close
Not in the same place on their birthday? These ideas still make the day special, from the first message at midnight to a video dinner for two.