Innholdsfortegnelse for 31 October 2016 i Woman's Day

I’ve always thought there’s nothing more appealing than a man who wears his heart on his sleeve. My gorgeous brother Sean taught me there’s no need to be embarrassed about speaking from the heart, which is why I’ve always had a soft spot for radio legend John Laws. You see, when I was a young reporter at Sydney’s The Daily Telegraph, I interviewed him several times about his retirement from radio and, without fail, despite my best attempts to talk about his career, all John would do was gush about the love of his life, Caroline. This week my heart goes out to John and his “princess” as she begins treatment for cancer. Their incredible love story is on p32. We also catch up with another Aussie Romeo, ’90s heartthrob…

‘He feels like his kids are slipping out of his grasp, and it’s breaking his heart’ It’s been just over a month since Brad Pitt’s world came crashing down. Ever since his wife Angelina Jolie blindsided him and filed for divorce on September 19, the Hollywood heartthrob has had to battle countless claims about his anger-management problems and use of drugs and alcohol. The power couple’s marriage is now beyond repair, but for Brad, who has dedicated himself to raising the six children he shares with Angelina, nothing has hurt him more than the suggestion he’s no longer fit to father his children. Sources close to Brad say being away from his kids has been the hardest thing he has ever had to endure. But while fans hoped he’d…

‘Naomi and Liev got very angry. They were both on the verge of tears’ Naomi Watts & Liev Schreiber Their bitter custody battle begins At first it seemed like another case of conscious uncoupling, but Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber’s breakup is turning ugly, and it’s their kids who are caught in the middle of their growing feud. The exes were spotted in a heated argument outside Naomi’s New York City apartment last week, with sources revealing their sons Sasha, nine, and Samuel, seven, were at the centre of their debate. “They got very angry and upset with each other,” an insider tells Woman’s Day. “They were both on the verge of tears.” Those close to the couple, who last month announced their decision to split…

Paris Jackson Paris, 18, recently shared a throwback snap of her larking about with godfather Macaulay. He was chosen for the role after becoming friends with Paris’s late dad Michael Jackson. He’s also godfather to Paris’s brothers Prince and Blanket. Zachary Furnish-John Elton John and his husband David Furnish thought Lady Gaga was the perfect choice to help guide Zachary, five, through life. She became godmother after Elton described her as “a simple person who loves her parents”. Coco Arquette She’s yet to have children of her own but Jennifer says she’s lucky enough to be very involved in parenting her friends’ kids. She’s godmother to 12-year-old Coco, who’s the daughter of her former Friends co-star Courteney Cox. Scout Stewart Hugh and Jessica Marais have been mates since meeting at…

‘Orlando says Miranda advertises her whereabouts far too much’ A terrified Miranda Kerr has been left reeling after an intruder – thought to be a homeless man – broke into the grounds of her Malibu beach house last week. The man scaled a fence into the property before stabbing a security guard in the eye. The guard responded by shooting him four times – twice in the chest and twice in the shoulder. Following the dramatic security breach, the petrified model, 32, is said to be at loggerheads with her ex-husband Orlando Bloom, who now fears their five-year-old son Flynn is in danger. While Miranda and Flynn weren’t home at the time – they now spend most of their time at Miranda’s fiance Evan Spiegel’s mansion in nearby Brentwood –…

Lisa Wilkinson The TV host looks fab in her crown of monochrome blooms YOU’LL NEED • Scissors • Three bouquets of faux white roses • Silver headband • Florist wire • Black tulle roll • Pliers • Black millinery veiling • Needle and black thread 1 Shorten the flowers at the base of the stems with a pair of scissors, then separate out the bunches. Starting at either side of the headband, use florist wire to bind the flowers to the headband, tightly and neatly coiling the stems parallel to the band. Place the outermost flowers first, and check the balance is right by trying on the headband (pic 1). 2 Prior to binding, cut the central flower stems shorter. Bind between the side bunches, allowing for some space in…

Your name holds a special vibration and has its own lucky number and colours. Selecting a horse-racing number that matches them can greatly increase your chances of backing a winner. To calculate your lucky number and colours based on your name, use my numerology grid below. For the most accurate result, only use the names you are most commonly known by, including any middle or hyphenated names. 1: A, J, S 2: B, K, T 3: C, L, U 4: D, M, V 5: E, N, W 6: F, O, X 7: G, P, Y 8: H, Q, Z 9: I, R For example: Julie Smith • Julie 1 + 3 + 3 + 9 + 5 = 21, then 2 + 1 = 3 • Smith 1 + 4…

tv BEFORE THE FLOOD Hollywood heartthrob and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio steps in front and behind the camera in this captivating documentary about an issue close to his heart: global warming. Employing the talents of director Fisher Stevens and legendary producer Martin Scorsese, the Oscar winner travels the globe meeting the people, places and animals hit hardest by climate change. Insightful, thought-provoking interviews with scientists and world leaders, including US president Barack Obama, reveal his quest to combat climate change. Just another reason to love Leo! Premieres Sunday, October 30, 7.30pm, National Geographic Channel event AMY SCHUMER LIVE When it comes to saying how she really feels, Amy Schumer doesn’t hold back. Get a dose of her real talk when the controversial comedian returns Down Under for her stand-up world…

SUMMER SILVER SCREEN Don’t miss Keeping Up With the Joneses – the hilarious new action comedy about an ordinary suburban couple (Zach Galifianakis, Isla Fisher) who find it’s not easy keeping up with the Joneses (Jon Hamm, Gal Gadot) – their impossibly gorgeous and ultra-sophisticated new neighbours. IN CINEMAS OCTOBER 20. ALL-DAY COMFORT Vagisil Itch Relief Wipes provide on-the-go relief from intimate itch and irritation no matter where you are. Enriched with soothing oatmeal, calendula and chamomile, feel comfortable and protected all day long.RRP $5.39. Visit Vagisil.com CRUISE IN STYLE Discover the very best of Vietnam and Cambodia on a journey of a lifetime with Travelmarvel. Enjoy an in-depth voyage along the mighty Mekong River, as you cruise in style whilst taking in the flow of daily river life. Visit…

‘I didn’t like looking at my reflection in the mirror’ Natalie Burtina arrives at our Woman’s Day photoshoot, casually sipping from a water bottle and glowing with health. The single mum to three-year-old Layton has come a long way since weighing in at 135kg in 2014. “I used to live off bread,” admits Natalie, who’d have toast for breakfast, then gorge on sandwiches and fast food burgers throughout the day. Struggling for years Natalie’s weight problems began in her late teens, when she started partying and gave up worrying about what she ate. “I was already overweight before I fell pregnant,” she explains. “After I had Layton I realised I was unhealthy and struggling.” As a new mum, Natalie was too exhausted to cook and turned to fast food as…

‘I didn’t know if someone was going to smack the back of my head and rape me’ Robyn Night was home alone and had just put her toddler Skylar to bed when she heard her front gate open. The Brisbane mum froze, and all she could think was “not again”. “For years I’ve lived in fear,” reveals Robyn, who’s had more than 50 strangers knock on her door requesting sex. “I was too scared to take my son to the park, too scared to go to the shops or walk the dog. I didn’t know if someone was going to smack me over the back of the head and rape me. It was a very real threat.” Robyn is a victim of revenge porn, a disturbing internet trend which involves…

RICOTTA & SPINACH GNOCCHI WITH ARRABBIATA SAUCE SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS COOK 20 MINS PER SERVE 2702kJ COST $$ •  100g baby spinach leaves, blanched, well drained• 350g firm ricotta• ¾ cup grated parmesan• ½ cup coconut flour• 1 egg, lightly whisked• 30g butter• 2 tbsp olive oil ARRABBIATA SAUCE • 1 tbsp olive oil• 3 rashers rindless bacon, diced•  1 onion, chopped, plus extra sliced, to serve• 2 garlic cloves, crushed, plus extra sliced, to serve• 2 tsp oregano leaves, plus extra, to serve• 1 tsp chilli flakes• 2 x 400g cans cherry tomatoes• 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 Using clean hands, squeeze out excess moisture from spinach and finely chop. Transfer to a large bowl with ricotta, parmesan, flour and egg. Season and mix well. 2 Shape level tbsps of mixture into balls and flatten slightly. Place on lined tray…

Mini morning tea treats Blueberry & Pistachio Mini Loaves   Jennene’s loaves are the perfect accompaniment to a cuppa MAKES 8 Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. Lightly grease the 8 recesses of a mini loaf pan with 1 tbsp melted butter and dust with flour, shaking off excess. In the bowl of a food processor, combine 11/3 cups sugar and 2 tbsp grated lemon zest, and pulse until combined. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, pulsing between each to combine. Gradually add combined ½ cup milk, 1/3 cup lemon juice and ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, pulsing to a thin batter. Sift 1 cup plain flour and ½ tsp baking powder into a large bowl. Stir through ½ cup chopped pistachios. Fold through lemon…

PREP & PRIME The golden rule for a stay-all-day face? Primer. They’re made to make your makeup last. Pop one on, then spritz with a setting spray like 1 Designer Brands Spray & Set $9.99, buff in a light foundation and finish by layering another coat of spray on top to lock product in place. TRY 2 Australis Don’t Sweat It Water Resistant Foundation $24.95 and 3 Rimmel #Insta Flawless Skin Tint $13.95. ALL-DAY GLOW Powders absorb oil and last longer, but sweating means a patchy finish. If a long day outdoors is on the agenda, switch to a cream or liquid. TRY 1 Lancome Cushion Blush Subtil $60 or 2 The Organic Skin Co Cream Blush in Tulip $35 for a smooth, even flush. The same goes for…

AMANDA SAYS Leah suspected Jackie had cancer but it wasn’t actually diagnosed. Then, when Jackie was dragging her leg and having trouble walking, Leah had to make a tough decision. Jackie tells me they moved house a few times but she didn’t mind – as long as she was with Leah, she was happy. Leah’s grandfather comes through with another dog who has passed over, named Pippa. She tells me that she and Jackie got out one day but Jackie was the only one who was found. Pippa was quite old at the time and wasn’t microchipped, and she passed away from natural causes soon after she escaped. She tells me she didn’t suffer, and that she’s now with Jackie and Leah’s grandfather. LEAH SAYS I miss Jackie terribly. I…

Do you have any hidden talents? I can juggle. Name one thing most people don’t know about you… I run a black Angus cattle farm. If you could have one superpower, what would it be and why? Flying, for sure. Then I could get wherever I want to go quicker! What would you spend your last $10 on? A six-pack of Carlton Draught. What is your biggest fear? That my children will get sick. What is your go-to karaoke song? I’ve never done karaoke and I never will! Who was your teenage crush? Yvonne Brennan – I bumped into her after 25 years just the other day! What’s the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you on The Block ? Dancing to Happy by Pharrell Williams…

JODI ANASTA Catch me if you can! Adjusting well to co-parenting life, Neighbours actress Jodi, 31, beamed as she enjoyed some one-on-one time with daughter Aleeia, two. The youngster kept her mum on her toes – almost out-running her on the sand at Bondi Beach! HUGH JACKMAN Fancy footwork Prancing down the streets of New York with his two furry companions, actor Hugh, 48, looks as if he’s rehearsing for a Broadway ballet! ROBBIE WILLIAMS Saving face Rocker Robbie, 42, isn’t afraid to admit to his penchant for cosmetic surgery. “I’ve had some fillers and Botox,” he said recently. “And I’ve had something done to my chin which means I can’t move my f***ing forehead!” KATIE HOLMES Don’t quit your day job! And the award for celeb endorsement queen goes…

Bec Hewitt thought a counsellor could save her marriage. But when Lleyton couldn’t even be bothered to show up for the all-important meeting, it was the flashpoint that forced her to make the difficult decision to raise their kids alone – while he continues to lead his jet-setting lifestyle. Their fragile relationship reached breaking point last month after he started coaching tennis badboy Bernard Tomic at the US Open – leaving him even less time for an already very unhappy Bec. “He seems not to want to be home at all,” a family friend says. “He was already busy enough and away more than he was at home before he took on Tomic, and now he will be travelling with him nonstop. This is the final straw. Bec is utterly…

‘Dan and I are disappointed they decided to throw us under a bus’ When the opportunity to compete on The Block came up, Dan and Carleen Foley grabbed it with both hands. But the TV show that should have been the experience of a lifetime quickly turned sour for the West Australian couple, who couldn’t have predicted the fierce backlash against Dan. Not only has he been labelled everything from a bully to a woman-hater, he has also faced criticism for his fiery relationship with fellow contestant, Will. “It’s been hard for us to watch because that’s not what Dan’s like at all,” says Carleen, who’s been married to the tradie for 31 years. “He’s very caring, and he gets along with other people in Will’s age group in our…

Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 Your inner light is growing brighter by the day. A gift or small windfall might add a spring to your step, but don’t be led astray; the line between fact and fantasy will be unusually fine this week, so play it safe on the money front and stick with friends when you’re out and about. Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 22 Your compassion is running high, but you need to stop worrying about problems you can’t solve. Take some time out and focus on yourself for a little while. Image-wise, it’s time for an overhaul, so ditch anything drab then hit the shops under Saturday’s stylish sky. Capricorn DEC 23 – JAN 20 Next Monday’s new moon should blast you into a busy yet…