Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 1834 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Since announcing their engagement last month, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin have been flaunting their love all over New York, with countless happy, hand-holding outings. But it was a different story last week when the “Sorry” hitmaker, 24, broke down in tears during a bike ride. Hailey, 21, comforted her fiancé before she too began to cry. Asked later what the waterworks were for, Justin pointed to a religious self-help manual he was carrying, The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God. He added, “You got good days and you got bad days. It’s not real if it doesn’t have any bad days.” The best-selling book, by Presbyterian pastor Timothy Keller, is for “Christians, sceptics, singles and longtime-married couples”. It warns against sex before…

As her toxic family feud rages on, the Duchess of Sussex could be forgiven for seeming downcast and distracted. But as she attended a wedding last week – on the same day she turned 37 – Meghan looked radiant and full of joy. Wowing onlookers in a chic pleated midi-dress, the former Suits actress was seen chatting happily with pals outside a church in Surrey, where her husband Prince Harry’s childhood pal Charlie van Straubenzee wed filmmaker Daisy Jenks. And now Woman’s Day can reveal that after months of stress and heartache over her father Thomas Markle’s public attacks against her and the royal family, Meghan finally feels hopeful that a resolution might be in sight. According to our well-placed source, it’s all thanks to Hollywood heavyweight Oprah Winfrey, who…

Just as it looked like Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were set to amicably finalise their long, drawn-out divorce, the battle has reached boiling point once more, with the actress accusing her ex of being a deadbeat dad who’s skimping on child support – and a furious Brad is fighting back! “He’s out for revenge and has declared an all-out war on his estranged wife,” a source close to the former couple reveals to Woman’s Day. “Brad says Angelina is going to wish she never made this divorce process so bitter and complicated. “He’s been keeping tight-lipped about all the outrageous things Ange has done, but now he’s ready to explode. Brad’s going to ensure the world knows the truth about what happened in their marriage and what’s been going…

Serena Williams’ battle with postnatal depression isn’t over yet. Hot on the heels of her career-worst defeat at Wimbledon this month, the mother of daughter Alexis Olympia revealed recently she was struggling to balance motherhood and work. “Last week was not easy for me,” wrote the 23-time Grand Slam winner. “Mostly I felt like I was not a good mom. I’m not around as much as I would like to be … Whether stay-at-home or working, finding that balance with kids is a true art. “Postpartum emotions can last up to three years if not dealt with. I like communication best. Talking things through with my mom, my sisters and my friends lets me know that my feelings are totally normal.” Serena, 36, has spoken openly about being floored by…

DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN The 1985 film, co-starring Rosanna Arquette, was Madonna’s first major screen role, a critical and commercial success. SHANGHAI SURPRISE She and Sean Penn were newlyweds when they made this 1986 flop, produced by Beatles guitarist George Harrison. WHO’S THAT GIRL The screwball comedy was a box-office bomb back in 1987, although the soundtrack sold six million copies. DICK TRACY Madonna hooked up with director and lead actor Warren Beatty while shooting the 1990 hit, which scored three Oscars. IN BED WITH MADONNA The 1991 movie was the highest-grossing documentary of all time until Bowling for Columbine came along in 2002. A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN The singer held her own opposite Geena Davis and Tom Hanks in this beloved baseball comedy from 1992. EVITA You must love…

It was a rainy Saturday morning when Sarah Walsh arrived on a damp sports field in her rugby gear, cheeks blotchy from a morning of uncontrollable crying. Overcome by emotion and her mind spiralling, the young winger noticed her parents were late to her game. When they did eventually arrive, she lost it. “I started yelling at them and couldn’t calm down or control my emotions at all,” explains Sarah, 25, who didn’t realise she was heading towards the peak of a terrifying manic episode. “I played the game and went from smiling one minute to crying the next. Afterwards, I still had so much energy, it felt like I could have run a marathon. Something wasn’t right.” Later that day the bubbly blonde was admitted to Wellington Hospital’s mental…

Mini Shepherd’s Pies with Cheesy Potato Topping MAKES 4 PREPARATION 25 MINUTES COOKING 55 MINUTES 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 300g lamb mince 150g button mushrooms, thinly sliced 400g can diced tomatoes 1 cup beef stock 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce ½ cup frozen peas 1 tablespoon parsley leaves, chopped 2 teaspoons rosemary leaves, chopped CHEESY POTATO TOPPING 2 potatoes, peeled, cut into chunks ½ cup grated tasty cheese ¹/3 cup warm milk 20g butter 1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Lightly grease 4 x 1-cup ramekins and place on an oven tray. 2. In a large frying pan, heat oil on high. Cook onion, carrot and garlic for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add mince and brown for 4-5 minutes. Stir…

Kiwis are proudly in the lead of the natural beauty category, helping to meet the increasing needs of conscious consumers and protecting the planet at the same time. Here are some of our favourite sustainable, hardworking and cruelty-free brands. Magic smells Evolu founder Kati Kasza’s mission was to create natural skincare that would not only restore balance, but also be a pleasure to wear. As a perfumer, Kati also infuses each product with the unique fragrance of its botanical ingredients. Evolu Protective Day Cream SPF15, $54.99, is rich in nutrients and antioxidants needed to promote cell renewal, support connective tissue and infuse your skin with moisture, plus it helps shield against damaging UVA and UVB rays. Good oil All Linden Leaves products are made with high-quality natural ingredients and essential…

Canoeist Lisa Carrington has won multiple gold medals and is a seven-time world champion. The 29-year-old from the Bay of Plenty shares her tips for staying fit and healthy – and shares how she combats change-of-season ills and chills. How do you keep healthy when travelling? I try keeping to a normal routine and maintaining a good amount of sleep. When travelling, I find I am eating slightly differently to when I am home, mainly due to different cultures. So I do my best to keep the good things I do at home going, like eating a colourful plate of veges and good proteins. It always helps when I explore and enjoy the new experiences. What do you do when you feel like you’re coming down with something? I always…

Twenty years ago, deep emotion like mourning was thought to be something that only humans were capable of. But when it comes to our pets, we all know they have an emotional radar too. After all, they’re renowned for their unconditional love. And as anyone who’s owned several pets knows, the response of a dog or cat to a lost friend is often quite dramatic. Not eating, not wanting to exercise, sudden weight loss and even wailing are all too common. The more we study the brains of animals, the more we realise they have structures that are capable of emotional thought. So next time you experience some sadness through the loss of a loved one, remember this – you might not be the only one struggling. Your pet may…

I pretend to myself that I have no actual hobbies outside Netflix and a ridiculously unnatural interest in white-chocolate tasting, but yesterday I found myself doing something that might count. I haven’t actually found an official term for what my hobby is, but I’ve been doing it since I was a child. In fact, shopkeepers would bribe me with a little “hobby treat” to leave their store on a Friday after late-night shopping. I love paper. I am a “paperophile”. I’m sure there is a much better term for it, but I’ll google that in a minute. Adoration of paper must have started when I was super-young. Mum was my enabler. She used to buy my sister and me huge blocks of recycled paper to use for drawing and writing.…

Holding A’Court Here’s something that is going to happen to you forever – not just now, but even when you are really quite old: You are going to discover some new piece of wisdom and think to yourself, “How the hell did I manage to survive this long on the planet without knowing that?!” Not long ago, I was standing in the hosiery section of a department store, reluctant to invest quite that much money in a pair of fancy tights that might not last very long, when the woman who worked there said, “You know how to stop your tights snagging, right? Once you’ve put them on, smear a little body lotion over them. It reduces static and eliminates pulls.” And I thought, “How did I not know this…

At age 19, Hunger Games actress Amandla Stenberg has quickly become an acting superstar, as well as an inspiring activist on gender and racial equality. In new movie The Darkest Minds, where a mysterious disease has killed off 98% of children and the few kids left behind have developed psychic abilities, she plays Ruby, who is forced to become a runaway. Amandla shares her thoughts on the film and growing up in Hollywood. How did you get involved with the film? The role was actually offered to me. There was interest in me partly because I have spoken out on issues like cultural appropriation and Black Lives Matter. Since the character is a leader, or at least reaches the point of being a leader during the course of the movie,…

THE PACKAGE Now on Netflix Rating: After their mate suffers an unfortunate incident during spring break, four pals risk everything to make it right in this hilarious coming-of-age movie. THE O.C. From Wednesday on TVNZ OnDemand Rating: This month the hit show marked its 15th anniversary, making now the perfect time to binge-watch all four seasons. RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE From Wednesday on TVNZ OnDemand Rating: RuPaul searches for the next drag superstar in the first two seasons of the cult show. THE BLACKLIST Now on Netflix Rating: After turning himself in, a fugitive offers to help the FBI capture other criminals, but on one condition – if rookie Elizabeth Keen is his partner.…

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Oozing sex appeal, the British beauty takes the plunge in a sculpted Stella McCartney number. Meghan Trainor The, er, trench-setting singer is all about the drama in a Victoria Hayes coat and fluffy heels. Nina Dobrev Wearing a stunning design from Valentino, it’s clear this Dog Days star loves Dalmatians best! Nicole Scherzinger What was she pinking? Sadly for the “Right There” songbird, this ill-fitting frock lacks The X Factor. Eva Longoria The new mama shows off her post-baby figure in an edgy blazer dress by Mario Dice and looks Eva so pretty! Kendall Jenner Spot on, girl! The elder sister goes all silky and slinky in chic Petar Petrov coordinates. Vanessa Hudgens What a ruffle kerfuffle! Instead of her usual boho flair, the actress is full of…

A big congratulations to Toni Street and her husband Matt France, who have welcomed their third child, a boy they’ve named Lachlan Stephen. “We adore our new son,” the beloved broadcaster wrote on Instagram of the baby, who was delivered two weeks early via a surrogate, Toni’s friend Sophie Braggins. “It was just like having both my other two children,” reveals the star, 34, who is also mum to Juliette, five, and Mackenzie, three. “I looked at him and thought, ‘That is my baby, he is just perfect and he looks divine.’ I felt the exact same pure love. It feels like he’s been in our family forever. He just slotted in.” Toni says the family is “doing well apart from being sleep-deprived” and that Lachie’s middle name is in…

She’s known for her breathtaking Cirque du Soleil-style aerial displays, but the most heart-stopping moment so far on Pink’s Beautiful Trauma World Tour came shortly before a Sydney show last week, when she was suddenly rushed to hospital in “excruciating pain”. After being diagnosed with a serious gastric virus, the devastated pop star, 38, was forced to postpone a string of Aussie concerts to recuperate and look after her two kids, Willow, seven, and Jameson, one, who have also been unwell. Apologising to her fans, a heartbroken Pink explained, “A lot of you know how physical my shows are, and that I don’t just stand in front a microphone and sing. I flip, dance, fly, harness, silk and scream my way through a total s***-show of awesomeness. So I need…

Life on The Block NZ hasn’t been an easy ride for Amy Moore after a shock cheating scandal saw her and partner Stu Watts hit with a whopping $5000 fine. The pair had an electrician on site after hours and when the broken rule was revealed last week, the pressure of the competition became all too much for the Gisborne beautician, 39, who had a dramatic panic attack and was forced to take a day off site to recover. But as Amy arrives at our photo shoot, reunited with her beautiful daughter Nina after four weeks apart, she’s grinning from ear to ear, with no tears in sight. “We have a really close relationship,” Amy tells as she wraps an arm around her 12-year-old. “We’re both a bit quirky and…

Also shining a light on her baby blues is new mum Cardi B, who gave birth to daughter Kulture just five weeks ago. Last week, the “I Like It” rapper, 25, took to Instagram to complain, “This postpartum s*** is annoying. I’ve been emotional all f***ing day for no reason. No matter how many books y’all read or advice y’all get, y’all will never be ready for mommy mode.” Famous for her pointy fingernails, Cardi also revealed she’s cut her nails short “so I won’t hurt my baby”, but adds she might grow one nail back so she can remove “boogers” from her girl’s nose. We’ll be watching for that when Cardi performs at the Bay Dreams festival in Aotearoa this January!…

Rosemary & Red Wine Lamb SERVES 4 PREPARATION 15 MINUTES COOKING 8 HOURS, 20 MINUTES 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 lamb shanks 1 large red onion, coarsely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 400g can diced tomatoes ¾ cup red wine (see tip) ¾ cup water 2 tablespoons rosemary leaves steamed beans, baby carrots to serve CREAMY POLENTA 2 cups milk 2 cups water 1 cup instant polenta ½ cup finely grated parmesan ½ cup cream 1. In a 4.5-litre slow cooker, heat half the oil on high. Cook shanks in 2 batches for 4-5 minutes until browned all over. Transfer to a large bowl. 2. Heat remaining oil in cooker on high. Cook onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until tender. Add tomatoes, wine, water and rosemary. 3. Return lamb…

Problem area: Wrist Culprit: RSI? “The most common form of wrist pain is RSI [repetitive strain injury],” says physiotherapist Heba Shaheed. “Holding muscles in certain positions for a long time or performing repetitive tasks can cause inflammation and pain.” When it comes to the treatment of RSI, visiting a physio should be top of the list. “We can give you exercises, help with your posture and work with you to reduce your pain,” says Heba. Problem area: Back Culprit: Stress? “Stress and anxiety can cause muscle tension, which can trigger pain in many areas of the back,” says neurosurgeon Dr Richard Parkinson. “Exercise such as walking, yoga and simple stretching can provide relief.” For a more holistic approach, chiropractor Dr Caterina Massara suggests meditation, guided visualisation and slow, diaphragmatic breathing…

• Hachiko, a dog from Tokyo, appeared at a train station at the same time every day for more than nine years, waiting in vain for his beloved master. He had died suddenly at work and never made the trip home. • A female elephant in Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve left her own herd to support a sick elephant and attempted multiple times to raise her to her feet with her tusks. When the stricken elephant died, elephants from five different herds visited and stood guard over her for almost a week.…

I am such a skinflint that filling my car with petrol feels like having a kidney removed. A hundred bucks for a case of wine? I get that. The wine tastes nice, and makes you chatty and smiley. But a hundred bucks to make sure you can get from A to B when there’s no other alternative? I don’t know what petrol tastes like, but you can be sure as God made little green apples that it won’t make me smile. Which is why I’ve been so excited about the advent of electric cars. The idea of never again fumbling at the bowser in some freezing-cold forecourt appeals enormously. So when I had to rent a vehicle to drive from Wellington Airport to the Kapiti Coast to see my mum,…

Your letters Pora your heart out How wonderful to see a story about Teina Pora in your mag (WD, July 23). Teina is a friend and a few months ago he offered comforting words to my family, who have endured corruption. It is an ongoing case, and we are truly inspired by Teina and his amazing attitude. He is so right about our justice system being “flawed” – what happened to him could happen to anyone. Thank you, Woman’s Day for bringing us the real-life stories in New Zealand. My family wishes Teina a long and happy life now! • Lyn, Pokeno Surgery support Here I am unable to buy my copy of Woman’s Day for the second week in a row, due to the fact that I am recovering…

Madonna, Madonna, Madonna. I was “Crazy for You” from the very start. As an innocent Princess Diana-obsessed 12-year-old living in sleepy Nelson, I thank my “Lucky Star” that this “Ray of Light” exploded on to the pop scene in 1983 – so sassy, cocky and totally cool. “Like a Prayer”, this funky feminist spoke to my young “Rebel Heart”, encouraging me to “Express Myself”. I wasn’t a “Material Girl”, but overnight my style switched from prissy princess to ra-ra skirts, lace gloves, pearls, crucifixes, ripped tights, rows of bangles, sloppy tees and messy hair. “Who’s that Girl?” my mama cried and when I decided to leave school for Wellington at 16, my father was told “Papa Don’t Preach” – and I did just fine. By day, I would study and…

They recently celebrated their seven-year wedding anniversary, but lovebirds Zara and Mike Tindall clearly still have plenty of chemistry! Hot on the heels of Harry and Meghan’s surprise smooch for the cameras recently, the Tindalls took royal PDA up a notch as they canoodled their way around an equestrian event last week. The loved-up pair, who welcomed their second daughter Lena eight weeks ago, could barely keep their hands off each other, with Zara, 37, snapped giving her husband a pat on the bum as she leaned in for a kiss. Former rugby star Mike, meanwhile, returned the favour with a very cheeky squeeze of his royal wife’s posterior! “It was so sweet to see them together,” told a witness. “You’d never guess they’d been together so long – it…

She swore she would never date again after the death of her husband in 2016, but Céline Dion’s heart goes on, with the French-Canadian chanteuse reportedly finding solace in a close friendship with Spanish dancer Pepe Muñoz. The 50-year-old “Think Twice” singer – who lost her hubby René Angélil, 73, to cancer in 2016 – has reportedly become “extremely tight” over the past few months with Pepe, 33, who has joined her for her concerts in Auckland this week. “Céline’s really come to lean on Pepe during tough times,” a source claims. “It’s clear she isn’t over René’s death, and there are times when all she wants to do is sit and talk for hours. There’s definitely a spark between them. “Despite their age gap, Pepe’s more mature than most…

She’s known as the Material Girl, the Queen of Pop and the Mother of Reinvention. But rather than names, it’s perhaps numbers that best tell the story of Madonna’s incredible career. Over 36 years, she’s sold 300 million albums and won 292 major awards. She’s the fourth best-selling act of all time (behind The Beatles, Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson) and has amassed an $850 million fortune. Not bad for a woman who arrived in New York in the late ’70s with just $50 in her pocket. But there’s one number Her Madgesty has never been that interested in – her age. And who can blame her? Even when Madonna was in her 30s, she was already being quizzed about the likelihood of her growing old gracefully. “When you reach…

As pop icon Madonna rockets towards 60 on August 16, I can’t help but remember that a decade ago I sat in the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills awaiting an audience with her. It was weeks ahead of her 50th birthday and the beginning of her concert tour to promote her album Hard Candy. Eight writers had been hand-selected from all over the world. There was tension in the room – there always is with Madonna – because there was one rule she was insisting every journalist follow: Under no circumstances can you ask her about turning 50. I was the last person to speak to her that day. The journalist before me, a nervous Italian, was led out of her interview room after less than 15 minutes, close…

For most people, a decent holiday would be a week on the beach in Fiji, but Westside actor Todd Emerson is a more adventurous soul – he’s in the middle of a nine-month holiday with his husband Kip Chapman. It was 10pm New Zealand time when Woman’s Day finally caught up with the star over the phone from Porto, Portugal, where he’s sitting in a bar and using their free Wi-Fi after hiking for five weeks across Spain. The famed Camino de Santiago trail pushed Todd, 34, to the limit, but it has strengthened his two-year marriage to Top of the Lake actor Kip, 38. He confesses, “When we got to the end of it, we were like, ‘This is a really amazing thing we have experienced together.’ It has…

Keegan Maley learnt to walk with a toy lawnmower. And mowing lawns may be what helps steer him into adulthood too. “Baby Keegan”, who became a local media sensation in his childhood, has turned 16 and if the Waikato teen is to think about flying the coop, he needs to be earning and self-sufficient. But as his mum Michelle reads these words, you can imagine her heart racing. She’s spent Keegan’s entire life being his protector, his biggest advocate and by her own admission, possibly the one holding him back. “I will always want to wrap him in cotton wool, but I know I can’t, so it’s about setting realistic boundaries,” she says. Keegan was born with a rare condition, multi-sutural craniosynostosis, which means his skull keeps growing, but his…

White Chocolate Tiramisu Cake SERVES 6-8 PREPARATION 20 MINUTES (PLUS CHILLING) 1 tablespoon instant coffee 2 tablespoons boiling water 1 cup cold water ½ cup marsala 60g white chocolate, melted 250g mascarpone 300ml thickened cream 12 sponge finger biscuits 250g strawberries, hulled, sliced, quartered icing sugar to serve 1. Line a deep 18cm springform cake pan with cling film. 2. In a jug, dissolve coffee in boiling water. Blend in cold water and marsala. Transfer to a shallow plate and allow to cool. 3. In a bowl, whisk warm chocolate and ¼ cup of the mascarpone together until smooth. Gradually blend in remaining mascarpone. 4. Beat cream in a bowl until soft peaks form. Gently fold through mascarpone mixture. 5. Dip sponge fingers into coffee mixture to coat. Use to…

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Sick of shaving? Wish your waxing days were over? VPL (variable pulsed light) hair removal may be the de-fuzzing option you’ve been waiting for. We chat to Taryn Johnstone, a Caci Clinic national beauty therapist trainer, about what’s involved and if you can bid bye-bye to follicles forever. Does VPL hurt? It feels like the flick of an elastic band, a slight sting with a heat sensation at the same time. The treatment is quick and the results are worth it! What’s great about laser hair removal? It’s a safe, cost-effective and long-term hair-removal treatment that achieves lasting results and can save you money in the long run. You’ll see a great reduction of hair growth and any hair left over is thinner, with slower growth. You don’t have to…

With the shortest day behind us, we’re now past the halfway mark for winter, which means we can look forward to the warmer months. While it’s still cold outside and tempting to keep cosy inside, it’s the perfect opportunity to be proactive about our health so that we can be in top shape both physically and mentally for the sunny days ahead. BREATHE IT IN When you go to work or do the shopping, park your car in the furthest parking space or even down the road. Walking from A to B is an easy way to move your body and get some much-needed fresh air. We all spend more time inside during winter, but fresh air is good for us. It makes us feel brighter and increased oxygen also…

Q I’m a teacher and I work with lots of kids. There’s one boy who has a very troubled home life and it shows through his school work. I want to help him, but I don’t want his mum to think I’m crossing any lines. Would it be wrong to make sure there’s some food at school for him so he doesn’t go hungry? • Hopeful, Rotorua A No, my darling. It would, in fact, be perfectly kind and good of you. I know that every family in New Zealand should be completely functional, and every family should have enough work, food and shelter, but it’s not the case. Do what you can where you can and hope that someday it will change. Showing kindness is never the wrong thing…

Regular readers of this column may or may not recall that my eldest son decided he wanted to get a tattoo last year and therefore saved up to buy himself one as soon as he turned 18. Sighing, I accepted that I could no longer do anything to protect his pink, fleshy arms from ink if he so chose to get it embedded into himself. Then the following Christmas morning he revealed to me his “surprise gift”, which was yet another tattoo, but this time it was angel wings with a halo and my initials. “You’re my angel, Mum,” he said, going in for the hard sell. Only a teenager will get a tattoo on the arm and claim it’s a gift to you. But we are not here to…

Sharpen those sewing needles and polish up that catwalk because Project Runway NZ is almost here! With the first Kiwi season kicking off in just a month, we thought it was time to meet the judges and mentor who will be guiding contestants through the weeks of design challenges ... BENNY CASTLES His career started on the shop floor as a retail assistant for Kiwi label World. Fast-forward 17 years and Benny now holds the impressive position of designer and director of the iconic company. When asked what he can bring to the Project Runway judging table, he says, “Having grown up at World, I offer a unique mix of experience, knowledge and know-how, and help cast a critical eye across the contestants’ work.” With his impressive collection of glasses…

MOVIE BOOK CLUB In cinemas Thursday Starring Diane Keaton, Mary Steenburgen, Jane Fonda and Candice Bergen, this is the story of four friends whose lives are forever changed after reading Fifty Shades of Grey at their book club. With a stellar cast like this, it’s bound to be a great film. APP RAIN RAIN Available in the App Store & Google Play Need help putting your busy brain to sleep? This app is the answer! It’s free and features a list of different weather sounds that you can set on a timer to slowly fade away while you catch some zzzs. TV HOLLYWOOD LOVE STORY Mondays, 7.30pm, Viceland Paris Hilton returns to TV in this new series about wannabe actresses, singers, artists and photographers from the LA underground. To give…

Leo JUL 24 - AUG 23 Feeling lucky? Not only is Venus drawing helpful people towards you, but Jupiter is attracting good fortune too. A windfall or an unexpected gift might drop into your lap, but think twice before over-expanding. Treat yourself to some live entertainment this weekend or plan a hot date. Virgo AUG 24 - SEP 23 Your stars are full of gossip! As pieces of the puzzle fall into place, someone’s odd behaviour might finally make sense. Just don’t be talked into something that doesn’t sit right – trust your instincts and do your homework. If you’ve been feeling bored, why not start researching some courses? Libra SEP 24 - OCT 23 Don’t let yourself be pressured, Libra. With Mercury still retrograde until next week, think about…

We’re more used to seeing her in elegant gowns at glamorous palace events, but Crown Princess Mary ditched the designer dresses for an eye-catching, electric-blue swimsuit on a family trip to the beach. All eyes were on the trim and taut Tasmanian-born royal as she joined husband Crown Prince Frederik and their children, Prince Christian, 12, Princess Isabella, 11, and seven-year-old twins Princess Josephine and Prince Vincent, in the sand and surf of Danish resort town Skagen. We’re told Mary, 46, keeps her sleek physique by following the low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet favoured by celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow and Beyoncé, plus lots of walking, jogging, cycling, horse riding and sailing excursions with Frederik, 50. Mary was back in a fancy frock just a few days later, cosying up to supermodel…