Innholdsfortegnelse for March 23, 2015 i Woman's Own

Sheer heaven Singer Mollie King, 27, glams up her spots for evening in this sheer black dress, paired with luxe gold accessories. Fancy pants TOWIE’s Lauren Pope, 32, gets the proportions just right and elongates her legs with high-waisted wide-legged slacks. White hot Black dots on stark white is a bold look. Kelly Osbourne, 30, goes for a ‘more is more’ approach with pillarbox red nails, statement rings and a rock and roll quiff. Ladybird At 50 years old, Monica Bellucci is set to make history later this year as the oldest ever Bond girl. She’s definitely one of the most stylish in this figure-hugging number. Get waisted Those TOWIE girls must be sharing style secrets! Ferne McCann, 24, channels her inner ’50s pin-up with a nipped-in waist and tulle…

Outspoken columnist and former Loose Woman Carol McGiffin has lashed out once again at Katie Price, 36. In her shock attack on the mum-of-five, Carol, 55, asked, ‘What happened to Katie Price’s vow to never use her children for publicity again?’ ‘Did it have anything to do with losing her reality show at the same time as most-hated-former husband-in-chief Peter Andre was commissioned to do a new one? Surely not.’ Ouch! Carol went on to add, ‘She’s obviously forgotten what she said, because pictures of her kids are all over the place right now.’ And it seems Carol, who recently revealed she is battling breast cancer, might have a point. In 2011, Katie released a statement saying, ‘I want to make it clear that if paparazzi pictures appear of Junior…

As I lay in bed, I heard the patter of tiny feet and, right on cue, my little boy Alfie, then five, burst into my bedroom with a grin fixed on his face. Then he dived in to my bed for a cuddle. It was our morning ritual. As a single mum, I cherished every single snuggle. But that morning, in August last year, something didn’t feel right. ‘Ouch!’ I winced in pain as Alfie leant against my left breast. I’d noticed a tiny mark below my nipple the day before but, assuming I must have somehow scratched myself while getting dressed, I’d ignored it. But now it was really sore. Determined to get on with my day, I climbed out of bed. But I had to sit straight back…

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King prawn curry SERVES 4 PREPTIME5MINS COOKING TIME 10 MINS COST PER SERVING ￡2.53 1 Heat 1tbsp sunflower oil in a large pan, add 2tbsp red Thai curry paste, 1 diced red pepper and 1 sliced red chilli, stir for 2 mins. Squeeze in juice of 1 lime, 400ml coconut milk, 400g defrosted raw king prawns and simmer for 2-3 mins. 2 Add 150g bean sprouts, dash of fish sauce and cook for 2 mins. Scatter with Thai basil and serve. We’re DRINKING Cawston Press soft drinks are made from completely natural fruit and vegetables with a sprinkling of fresh herbs. They’re delicious, refreshing and good for you, too. £2.99 for 750ml, from Tesco. Simple SWAPS Everyone’s talking about fat and sugar swaps, so it’s time to fctock up with…

Apicture-perfect Sussex village, a millionaire’s mansion and a killer on the loose - it’s a case that has all the makings of a TV murder mystery. It was even dubbed the ‘real-life Midsomer Murder’, after an episode of the popular TV show was filmed in the same village. But now, after 15 months, 9,500 interviews and a ￡20,000 unclaimed reward, the crime has yet to be solved. In December 2013, in Bosham, West Sussex, Valerie Graves, 55, was battered to death as she slept. Valerie, a gran-of-two, had been house-sitting for some friends at their ￡1.6 million mansion over Christmas. After an evening spent watching TV with her family, she’d turned in at around 10pm on the night of the 29th, sleeping in a bedroom on the ground floor -a…

There’s so much bullying on the bus My 12-year-old son takes the school bus every day and, right from the beginning, he’s encountered bullying. He has been called names, had his hair pulled, they’ve grabbed his phone – and even slapped him. And he’s not the only child it’s happening to. I’ve complained to the school and the bus company and both said they will deal with the troublemakers, but nothing really seems to change. What can I do? Cathy, 49, Hendon School bus bullying is a seriously overlooked area. At no other point are young people expected to sit in a confined space with up to 50 other children with no adult supervision. All the research shows that telling your child to ‘be strong’, ‘ignore it’ or ‘sit with…

HAPPY NEW (TAX) YEAR! Many of us will be a little better off this year. Here’s what you need to know… PAY From 6 April (the start of the new tax year) many people will have some extra cash in their purse because the amount of money you can earn in a year before you have to pay any tax is now set at £10,600 – up from £10,000 last year. If your income is taxed at source, you won’t need to do anything, your employer will adjust this for you. MARRIED COUPLES A new tax break for married couples can save you up to £212 per year and applies to anyone who is married or in a civil partnership. You must have an annual income of less than £10,600…

I used to go to my local bingo hall, but a couple of years ago, I thought I’d try playing online. I saw an advert for Woman’s Own Bingo and it looked like good fun, so I decided to give it a go. I soon had an account up and running and began playing a few games. It was easy to get used to and I soon discovered my favourite game, Snap. Snap’s great because you get five hands in each game and it’s just 20p a hand. I’ve tried lots of other games, including the slots and other bingo rooms, but I always come back to Snap. I’ve made some great friends in that chat room, too. Friendly chat While you’re playing, there’s a chat room that online members…

FLIM Cinderella Out 27 March Fans of the book and the original Cinderella cartoon won’t want to miss this new live-action version that will show the rags-to-riches tale in a way we’d never have imagined. Starring Lily James as Cinderella and Richard Madden as her Prince Charming. BOOK Vanishing Girls Out now, £12.99 Bestselling author Lauren Oliver is back with this intense thriller that explores the unique relationship of sisters. Dara and Nick are involved in a car crash that sees their relationship fall apart. Then Dara disappears and Nick has to find her before it’s too late. DVD The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 Out now The worldwide phenomenon of The Hunger Games continues to set the I world on fire with Mockingjay Part 1, which finds Katniss Everdeen,…

‘Richard Madden’s not bad in tights!’ Cate Blanchett, who’s the evil stepmother in Disney’s Cinderella, spills all about Prince Charming! The step mother’s a real character–she’s a bit of a card shark, likes the men and enjoys a drink! She likes a good time and money falls through her fingers. She’s a great foil for Cinderella’s goodness. I had a ball playing her. We all love a fairy tale, don’t we? Absolutely! But as I was growing up, Cinderella wasn’t a fairy tale I gravitated towards. As a young girl, I didn’t really understand what made Cinderella tick. Richard Maddenis the Prince, of course. He’s not bad in tights! But Cinderella doesn’t fall for him just because he looks good in tights – you understand them as kindred spirits. The…

‘David is DOING FINE’ David Walliams is being supported by his close pal and Britain’s Got Talent boss Simon Cowell following news of the comedian’s marriage split. David, 43, is currently filming the talent show amid reports that his wife, Lara Stone, 31, left home with their son Alfred for a trial separation. Simon has stepped in to support his friend, saying, ‘He’s doing fine, he’s a trouper, a great guy.’ Meanwhile, David is said to be willing to do anything to save his marriage. A source said, ‘He does not want to walk away. He thinks talking is the answer,’ adding, ‘David still hopes they can get things back on track for him and their son.’ ‘I’m devastated’ Nicole Scherzinger has opened up after her split from Lewis Hamilton.…

Madonna fights back against the critics Queen of Pop Madonna has slammed talk that she’s too old to perform, saying, ‘I don’t follow the rules, I never did!’ Madge, 56, has been blasted by critics since she tumbled down a flight of stairs live on stage at the Brits, with people arguing that she’s too old to keep up the act. The embarrassing fall happened after her cloak failed to untie properly and she was accidentally pulled backwards off the stage, falling awkwardly on her back. It was her first performance on the awards show in 20 years, but – always the professional – she managed to quickly get back up and carry on singing until the end. Age discrimination But that didn’t stop people from criticising. ‘It’s alright, Madonna,…

Fashion NEWS Model muse If off-duty dressing is your cup of tea, you’ll be glad to hear that Debenhams has added yet another string to its designer bow. Principles Weekend by Ben de Lisi is a chic yet affordable collection bursting with cool casuals. Fronted by supermodel mum Sophie Dahl, the range is ideal for the modern woman. We’re eyeing up the khaki utility jacket, tropical leaf-print dress and vibrant lime shirt dress. Prices start at £12, in sizes 8-20. 3 OFTHEBEST PINKCOATS Pretty pastel pink coats are big news this season… We love Want to get your hands on some catwalk-worthy jewellery without the designer price tag? Then head straight to Superdrug. With prices starting at just £1.50, you can’t afford to miss out. NEW LAUNCH It's rare that…

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Easy cheese frittata SERVES 4 PREP TIME 5 MINS COOKING TIME 15 MINS YOU WILL NEED 1tsp olive oil 6 spring onions, chopped 300g can cooked baby potatoes, sliced 6 eggs 100g grated Cheddar cheese HOW TO DO IT 1 Heat the oil in a frying pan and gently cook the spring onions until soft. Add the potatoes and stir well. 2 Beat together the eggs and cheese, pour over the potatoes and gently fry for 7-8 mins, until the frittata is almost cooked through. 3 Heat grill to medium and place the frittata under until set. Serve with a rocket, tomato and cucumber salad. NUTRITION PER SERVING 286 cals, 10g carbs (2g sugar), 19g fat (8g saturates), 19g protein 1g fibre, 1g salt Mushroom burger SERVES 4 PREP TIME…

It could be any one of our idyllic holiday resorts – miles of sandy beaches, fresh air and a relaxing way of life. Yet it is here that not one but three of Britain’s most evil women are believed to live. Maxine Carr, who lied to protect her child-killing partner, kidnapper Karen Matthews, and Tracey Connelly, the mother of murdered Baby P, have all been spotted in the same coastal town. Despite being given new identities to help them rejoin society, the local community here have recognised these infamous faces and broadcast their outrage on social media. ‘What did we do to deserve them?’ one resident wrote. ‘It’s incredible, even bizarre, that they are all living here.’ While the town can’t be named for legal reasons, angry locals are drawing…

Coming soon Canadian r searchers have developed a pill that could reset our body clocks. It fools the body into thinking day is night, or night is day, so could help night-shift workers, insomniacs and jetlag sufferers in the future. Your body clock, or circadian rhythm, is regulated by your senses, mostly by your awareness of light and dark, so if you work late or travel through time zones, it can get out of sync, which can make you more prone to disease and stress. APP of the week The Scientific 7-Minute Workout (£1.49, Android, iPhone and iPad) No time to fit in a gym class or an hour-long session at home? Try this step-by-step guide to 12 daily exercises to keep you fit. You do each exercise – such…

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PIRAN MEADOWS RESORT & SPA , NEWQUAY Why go? Situated five miles from the coastal town of Newquay, in picturesque Cornish countryside, is the five-star Piran Meadows resort. This family-friendly park offers stunning views of the rolling hills, memorable sunsets and most importantly, peace and quiet. The resort consists of refurbished mobile homes that offer a luxury experience including cable TV in bedrooms and lounges, DVD players and glossy chrome showers. Some of the homes have a family-sized hot tub on the sundeck. Top-notch facilities Chill out on the expansive clubhouse decking where the kids can safely dash around the outdoor splash zone and playground, while you take in the view, catch some rays and enjoy a drink or two. For the more energetic, there’s pool canoeing, archery and fencing.…

Sally Lindsay is the woman you wish was your best friend. She’s warm, funny and so easy to talk to that a chat with her is like a natter with a great mate. She’s starring in a new BBC1 ensemble drama, Ordinary Lies, with Jo Joyner, Max Beesley and Michelle Keegan. Sally, 41, a mum of four-yearold twin boys with her husband, drummer Steve White, tells Woman’s Own about her celebrity friends, her fitness regime and a showbiz regret… How is motherhood treating you? I never thought it would be for me. I thought about career, friends and having a laugh and that was it. Then I met Steve and it all changed. What motherhood has done for me is turn me into someone who really doesn’t care about anything…

Bruno Tonioli on high-class flying and embarrassing himself in front of a celebrity As a judge on Strictly Come Dancing, it’s Bruno Tonioli’s job to be a big character. In real life, he’s just as bubbly, if a little less theatrical. Woman’s Own chatted to Bruno, 59, to ask him how showbiz his life is… What’s the most expensive thing in your wardrobe? A Jil Sander coat I bought about 12 years ago – it was very expensive. There are certain things you just can’t scrimp on. It’s become a classic – still now when I wear it everybody always asks me, ‘Where did you get that?’ It’s beautiful. Have you ever Googled yourself? When I first started Strictly Come Dancing, you almost got pressurised into looking at what’s being…

Coleen Nolan has pleaded with her good friend and fellow Loose Women panellist Ruth Langsford for forgiveness after admitting, ‘I judged you!’ The two recently came to blows when Coleen admitted that she didn’t like Ruth when they first met – just because of the way she spoke! The TV presenter turned to her good pal and said, ‘I was scared of you when I first met you. I thought, ‘I’m not going to like her, she’s not my cup of tea.’’ Ruth, who’s married to TV presenter Eamonn Holmes, 55, and is mum to Jack, 13, then turned to Coleen in shock and asked, ‘So you judge people from an accent?’ So ashamed Coleen, who just turned 50, guiltily responded, ‘I’m sorry, Ruth! It’s very, very shallow of me,…

We bring you some blasts from the past with these former loved-up celebs Jude &r Sienna Jude Law, 42, and Sienna Miller, 33, met in 2003 and fell in love. But after it emerged Jude had an affair in 2006 with his children’s nanny, they broke up. In 2009, they tried again, but ended it for good in 2011... Sean & Madonna Sean Penn, 54, married Madonna, 56, in 1985. It only lasted a few years, however, and the pair split up in 1989. Keira & Jamie Remember these two dating? Keira Knightley, 29, and Jamie Dornan, 32, went out from 2003 until 2005 - 1 0 years before Jamie would become Mr Grey! Angelina & Jonny Angelina Jolie, 39, and Elementary actor Jonny Lee Miller, 42, didn’t just date,…

True Blue Give your weekend wardrobe a playful, polished edge with this gorgeous, pleated maxi skirt. In on-trend mid blue, it has an elasticated waist for all day comfort whatever your shape and looks fabulous with an understated, chic white top. Want to add a touch of glam? Go for stylish silver accessories. Jewel jersey top (WF294MY), £20; Pleat skirt (WF201MY), £39; Block heel sandal (KG178MY), £25; Metallic clutch bag (PD254MY), £18 Red Alert If you want to make a winning style statement, this striking red blouse is a new season essential. The V-neck is really flattering for a larger bust, while the three-quarter length sleeves are great for hiding bingo wings. Simply team with your favourite dark jeans and bright heels and you’re all set to turn heads! Soft…

Spring’s on the way so now’s the perfect time to try a new flexible eating plan from Weight Watchers Ho w it works With Weight Watchers’ most flexible approach to the ProPoints plan yet, you can try seven different ways of healthy eating, from gluten-free to eating intermittently or lower-carb, all with the same support, info and guidance Weight Watchers has been giving its members for 50 years. You can stick to one type of eating, or change it to suit your lifestyle. Every food still has a ProPoints value, and every day you get your own ProPoints allowance that you can use any way you like. This eating plan is packed with delicious and light spring-fresh meal ideas to help get you off to a great start… The plan…

we’re all familiar with the image of the battered woman suffering because of a cruel male partner. But what happens when men are the ones left bruised… or worse? Female-on-male violence is more widespread than ever – 40% of all domestic abuse victims are now male, with around 17 men being killed by female partners each year*. ‘Women are just as capable of violence as men,’ says psychologist Emma Kenny, from ekenny.co.uk. ‘When a man’s partner becomes violent, they’re too ashamed to seek help. It can escalate, and can end in tragedy.’ That may be changing – in 2013, Mankind, a charity for male victims, reported a 25% rise year-on-year in the number of men seeking help. But as these stories show, when violence goes unreported, it can have disastrous…

As I drove home, I could picture every detail of the crime scene – the murder weapon, a body tied to the bed, the blood splatters… Yes, I was plotting a murder, but not in the way you might think. Living in Lancashire with my husband, John, I ran a company developing software and websites – but one day I told him I wanted a change. Over dinner with friends, I broke the news that I wanted to sell the company. ‘What will you do?’ one asked. ‘Maybe I’ll write a book,’ I blurted. I’d loved English at school. From that day in 2000, my idea took shape. The murderer would be a woman. And maybe my killer had discovered the victim’s secret and was scared no one would believe…

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Aries 21 Mar - 20 Apr Just as the tension and change in life comes to a head, you get loads of help to swing things in your favour. As the week goes by, life just gets better. You’re full of energy and at the weekend, when your birthday month begins, there’s a chance to shine. For more call 0901 609 4780* Taurus 21 Apr - 20 May On Tuesday your sign’s ruler Venus sails into Taurus, bringing a boost of good things. You’ll feel good, look good - even your cooking will be better than usual. It helps you deal with current changes and work them to your advantage. For more call 0901 609 4781* Gemini 21 May-20 Jun If you lose focus - or even heart - now,…

Real life Alice I was really touched by Paul Hammond’s letter to his wife, Penny, in the article ‘My wife is the real life Alice’. The film Still Alice also brought back painful memories for me as my mum was diagnosed with early-onset dementia at just 62. Like Paul, we didn’t believe it could be true – we thought it affected older people, not those like my mum, who still seemed so healthy and youthful. Natasha Willingham, Cheshire Leave Mr Spain alone I feel sorry for Lynda Bellingham’s widower, Michael Pattemore, aka Mr Spain. I don’t find it distasteful at all that he’s been using her Twitter account. When you find your soulmate, you’re desperate to keep in touch with them, even after they’ve gone – and I speak from…

Strictly NO DRESSES Fans who fell in love with Zoe Ball when she stepped in to present Strictly Come Dancing for Claudia Winkleman, 43, last year will be sad to hear that she won’t be taking up the position permanently any time soon. And the reason? Because the It Takes Two host, 44, doesn’ like wearing dresses. I think It Takes Two is my natural home and Tess Daly and Claudia are the main hosts,’ she said. ‘But they know I am on call at any time should they need me. They do such a great job, the two of them working together. And I like being on It Takes Two, it reminds me of my Live & Kicking days. Anyway, I’m much more comfortable in trousers.’ TFI RETURNS The popular Friday night show is making a comeback this year…