Life & style

Is it ok to buy non-ethically certified coffee from a small independent?

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If I no longer buy my Fairtrade coffee from a multinational chain. Instead, I’ve switched to a tiny independent. The coffee tastes great, but isn’t ethically certified. Is it better or worse?

If you have an ethical dilemma, email Lucy at lucy.siegle@observer.co.uk

BMW i8: car review

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A tiny engine is not the obvious way to power a sports car. But BMW’s dramatic new plug-in hybrid doesn’t do the obvious. Martin Love test drives the i8

Game of Thrones hits the high street: dressing Cersei style

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If you secretly long to dress like a Queen of Westeros – or Little Red Riding Hood – your moment has arrived

The best folding bikes

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Whether you are a time-pressed train commuter or an urbanite short on living space, a folding bike offers a smart solution. But be warned: a little practice will stop you trapping your fingers and getting oil all over your clothes. Here are five of the best to get you going

Lauren Laverne on style: handbags

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From feminist statement to hi-tech gadget carrier, a woman’s handbag has always been ‘indispensable’