Innholdsfortegnelse for 27-oct-14 i Woman's Own

Dame Ange! Wasn’t it great to see Hollywood royalty meeting the real thing when Angelina Jolie was made an honorary dame? The actress, 39, was presented the award for her humanitarian work in a special private audience at the Palace. Brad Pitt and the couple’s six children were introduced to Her Majesty afterwards, too. Now that really would have been a photo! Join us online Head to our fabulous website, womansown.co.uk, to get all the latest celeb gossip, great competitions and deals, plus beauty, fashion, easy recipes and health tips.…

Judy Finnigan, 66, is finally back on our TV screens having just joined the panel of Loose Women, but her first episode on the daytime talk show caused outrage and controversy. The Loose ladies were discussing the sensitive issue of convicted rapist Ched Evans, and whether or not he should be allowed to go back to work as a professional footballer when he’s released from prison. On the topic, Judy said, ‘He’s served his time. The rape - and I am not, please, by any means minimising any kind of rape -but the rape was not violent. He didn’t cause any bodily harm to the person. 'It was unpleasant, in a hotel room, I believe, and she was - she had far too much to drink. That is reprehensible, but he…

Amanda Holden is loving her new role on the sofa alongside Phillip Schofield. So when Woman’s Own caught up with bubbly Amanda, 43 – mum to Lexi, eight, and Hollie, two – at the Daily Mirror’s Pride Of Britain Awards, we asked her for all the gossip. Did she suffer an attack of nerves on her first day? Has she given Holly’s new son, Chester, a gift yet? And just who does he look like?! Have you settled into This Morning? Yes, I absolutely love doing it. It’s a job I knew I would enjoy, but it’s turned into something I love. I had no idea how much work went into a show like that… you have to make up your own questions! I thought everything was written down. It’s really good as…

Make-up to wake up Clinique’s UK colour artist Florrie White magics away signs of fatigue. ♦ Tired skin is usually dehydrated and therefore dull, so try to choose a multitasking foundation that contains skincare ingredients such as vitamin C, which will brighten your complexion. ♦ Use a creamy concealer over dark shadows, not forgetting the inner corner of the eye. Blend highlighter around the whole eye to illuminate, and after disguising dark circles, stick to subtle yet warm eyeshadows across the lid to counteract any tired blue-ish tones ♦ Curl your eyelashes and apply mascara – it opens the eye area right up. Then fill in and brush your brows to help frame and define your face. ♦ I love a healthy pop of peachy blush on the cheeks, as…

I don’t want my boss as a Facebook friend I get on well with my line manager, but I wouldn’t say we were mates. Recently, after an informal work event, she invited me to be her friend on Facebook. I haven’t accepted her invitation as I only post pictures for people I’m really close to. What do I say if she asks why I haven’t accepted? Karin,35, Somerset It’s important to know you are in control of social media and that different sites suit different audiences. So the best solution here is one called LinkedIn. It’s like Facebook but designed specifically for work-related connections. Members list where they work, their job title, responsibilities and what skills they have, while personal information is kept to a minimum. So if your boss…

Mental illness isn’t something you can see, like a broken arm. But, as my friend, Fliss Baker, 32, knows only too well, it can be just as painful. And she’s used her experience to help others through their darkest times. It took Fliss years to realise she had a mental-health problem. In her late twenties, she was hardworking and ambitious. She’d just started a new job at a design agency and, eager to make an impression, she started working overtime. As the work piled up, she didn’t want to admit she was struggling to cope. But the stress was taking its toll. Her confidence disappeared and she developed an eating disorder. Plummeting from a size 12 to a six, she often survived on just a few vegetables a day. While…

As I sat by my wifeMaria’s hospital bed, I squeezed her hand tightly, willing her to make a sign… anything to show she knew I was there. ‘Please wake up,’ I whispered. Since slipping into a coma a week earlier, she’d shown no signs of getting better. Devastated, I tried to prepare myself for the heartbreaking possibility I’d never feel her in my arms again. But in the end, it wasn’t my voice that would save her, nor was it the tubes or the medicine coursing through her veins. It was something completely unexpected… Maria was more than my wife. She was my best friend. We’d been together for 26 years, ever since she’d caught my eye at the pharmaceutical factory where we both worked. It took me weeks to…

Piercing screams could be heard above the deafening roar of the sea as we climbed up the hill to safety. Turning to the beach, we watched in horror and disbelief as the giant mass of water crashed down below, destroying everything in its wake. It was Boxing Day 2004 and our dream family holiday to Phuket, Thailand, had turned into a living nightmare after the most devastating tsunami in history. But if my mum Melanie was scared she wasn’t showing it. ‘Come on kids, let’s be brave!’ she cried, as we sought shelter in a local family’s home. Looking back she must have been terrified, us all that mattered was keeping us safe. I was just nine years old and had been asleep in our hotel room when Mum had…

For as long as I can remember I’ve always loved bingo. My mum was always a great fan when she was around, too. So in 2009, when I won some money playing in a bingo hall, I decided to buy a laptop. I was having a great time with my new toy, and then I heard about Woman’s Own Bingo, where I could play my favourite game online. I signed up, and even though having a laptop was a new thing for me – as was playing online – I soon got the hang of it as the site was really easy to use. After I joined, I was chuffed when I won lots of different amounts, from 50p to £20. I loved trying all the different games and not…

1 Witch Academy, London Eye Lit up in ghoulish green for the occasion, take a ride on the wheel with wicked witches to learn about spells and tricks, 135m above the ground. Guests will find a witch or wizard hat, activity pack, pencil and sweets in their goody bags. Just watch out for the dangling bats… Suitable for kids aged four to nine. WHEN 25 October-1 November, times vary so book ahead. HOW MUCH Adult £24.25, child £17.93. ♦ londoneye.com 2 Edinburgh Dungeon, Scotland In 1828, the gruesome twosome Burke and Hare went on a killing spree in the city, performing their final murder on Halloween. Relive this horrible history in the dungeon’s pumpkin-decorated halls, where costumed characters will be around every corner to scare the daylights out of you!…

Dealing with a stove full of simmering pots while looking happy and smiley on TV would be impossible for most people. But Gino, 38, manages it without even uttering a swear word. But as Woman’s Own finds out, there are a few things that ruffle the father-of-three’s feathers, from spooky Halloween shenanigans, ghostly goings-on and being on the end of a bungee cord… You’re the king of Italian food, what’s your favourite recipe? Probably pasta with homemade pesto and cheese. It’s magnificent and so simple too. It’s getting cold and Halloween is coming up, what should we all be cooking? It has to be something with the pumpkin around Halloween. If I’ve carved it out, there’s no way I am just going to throw it away. What a waste of money…

‘I’m very lucky girl’ I caught up with Downton’s Daisy Lewis (Sarah) to find the twinkle in her eye is just as feisty in real life! Sarah’s a great role model, don’t you think? All she really wants is to wear the trousers! She wants equal opportunities. This is the 1920s and the family isn’t ready to move on yet. I am a very lucky girl because she is a unique voice. She’s certainly a spirited lass! Roles for women like this don’t come along very often. To play someone who doesn’t fit into a box is so great. All Sarah really wants is for women to have an equal say, an education and for the class barriers to come down. Why has she caused such a stir? Because there…

Gothic glamour She’s always been partial to an LBD but Angelina Jolie, 39, has truly nailed Halloween dressing in this rubber-look Versace gown. Scarlet woman Mad Men actress Christina Hendricks, 39, vamps it up in this asymmetric floor-sweeper. The waist ruching flatters her famous curves. Bewitching boots Black ankle boots are a must for any shoe closet, no matter what time of year. Tess Daly, 45, pairs her open-toed pair with a sexy bodycon number. Caped crusader Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o, 31, looks as if she’s about to take flight from the red carpet in this caped maxi dress. The lady is a vamp High-shine leather can be a tough look, but Kylie Minogue, 46, pulls it off with simple wedges, natural make-up and softly tousled hair. Red alert Scarlett by name,…

Coleen Nolan has found herself the target of cruel fat jibes following a red carpet appearance, with a barrage of attacks being made about her weight. The Loose Women star, 49, beamed as she posed for photographers at the Daily Mirror’s Pride Of Britain Awards alongside her co-stars, Kaye Adams, 51, Andrea McLean, 45, and Nadia Sawalha, 49, but woke up the next day to a string of insults about her weight, with people accusing her of looking fat. Coleen, who looked amazing in her black floor-length dress, came under fire for her outfit choice just moments after the pictures appeared online. One comment said, ‘Coleen you’re going to explode!!’, while another added, ‘Coleen looks like her Spanx are strangling her, take’em off love, you look in pain!’ The torrent…

There’s no doubt Dermot O’Leary knows a thing or two about The X Factor. Having presented the show since 2007, he’s consoled hundreds of wannabe popstars, been in the middle of numerous squabbles between the judges, and watched the show become one of the most successful talent contests on telly. We caught up with Dermot, 41, at the Daily Mirror’s Pride Of Britain Awards to spill the beans on Mel B’s feisty antics, Simon being a dad and that outfit of Sinitta’s… You’ve been presenting the show for seven years now – do you have a good luck ritual before going live? Oh yeah, I do so much it’s weird! I have a whole playlist of songs that I play when getting dressed. It changes every year and always contains some good…

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In an ideal world, we would all consume the vitamins and minerals we need from our food. But cutting back calories in order to lose weight, skipping meals and choosing unhealthy options means this often isn’t the case. There are times, especially as winter approaches, when an additional nutritional boost can ensure you stay well and ease aches and pains. Here are the five supplements that are really worth stocking up on. 1 Good for… a health boost MULTIVITAMINS AND MINERALS WHY?: Many of us lack essential nutrients including vitamins A, D and B12, calcium, potassium and selenium. Harvard University’s School of Public Health suggests adults take a daily all-in-one supplement. Choose an A-Z style for your needs. RDA ‘Look out for 100% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA) for…

In a sprawling country house in the quiet village of East Harptree, Somerset, a group of unsuspecting women believed they were about to make the investment of a lifetime. As they sipped on white wine, they chatted excitedly about their new business venture. The plan was simple: they’d invest £3,000 each and, within a couple of weeks, they’d make a huge £24,000 return. Some had their sights set on new cars, holidays and loft extensions; others simply wanted to pay off their debts. The ladies couldn’t believe their luck when their business-savvy neighbour, 69-year-old Laura Fox, had let them in on the scheme, dubbed G&T, short for Give and Take, which seemed foolproof and was run from her own house in the village. But little did they know they were…

5 WAYS TO... cut the cost of Christmas now! Before you know it, the halls will be decked with holly, there will be presents under the tree and we’ll all be singing carols. It’s never too early to get started with your festive shopping and with just nine weeks – yes, that’s less than 70 days – until the big day, now is the time to get cracking! 1 GET A FREE LETTER FROM SANTA If you’ve got children or grandchildren, you can arrange for a free letter from Father Christmas to arrive, care of the Royal Mail. All you need to do is get your child to send their letter to Santa/Father Christmas, Santa’s Grotto, Reindeerland, XM4 5HQ, by 6 December. For more information, visit royalmail.com/letters-to-santa. 2 FIND BARGAINS…

I first heard about Quidco in 2007 when I was looking at Martin Lewis’ website moneysavingexpert.com,’ says Claire. ‘I decided to try using it to get money off my train fares as I often travel to Manchester to see my boyfriend, Adam. When I realised I was getting around 4-5% off the tickets, I was thrilled.’ Soon Claire was using Quidco for other purchases, too, from clothes at M&S to home and travel insurance. ‘For the past 10 years, my three friends and I have been going away for a winter weekend every year,’ says Claire. ‘We went to Prague and I shared the money I earned booking through Quidco with the group. On our last trip, we were on our way to Munich and one friend announced he was…

Playing a few games of Woman’s Own Bingo is my little treat each week. I love meeting new people online plus there’s always the chance of landing one of the big jackpots. It’s fun watching your cards getting marked off, wondering if today it could be you. Of course, although you daydream about taking home one of the big prizes, you never think it will happen. Until it does! I hadn’t been playing for long the evening it came true for me. I had bought a few 10p tickets in my favourite 90-Ball Sapphire Bingo room, but hadn’t yet had a win. Then next up was a link game, in which the prize money is shared between several different bingo rooms, so the jackpot is huge. I bought 12 x…

6 CROM, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland The estate’s Nocturnal Nature Tour is a must for wildlife fans. Hop in a 4x4 for the night-time trip around Crom’s 2,000 acre woodlands. Guides will show you what lurks under the trees and foliage and hopefully you’ll catch a glimpse of the eight species of bat.WHEN23-24 October, 7pm-10pm HOW MUCH Adult £10, child £5 (booking essential) ♦◆02 8 6773 8118; nationaltrust.org.uk 7 ZSLWHIPSNADE ZOO,Bedfordshire During Boo At The Zoo week you can strut your stuff at the pumpkin disco, attend Ghoul School to learn how to concoct spells and wrap Egyptian mummies, and get up close to some terrifying eight-legged creepy crawlies.WHEN 25 October-2 November. HOWMUCH Adult £23.50, child £17, under three free. ◆♦zsl.org/zsl-whipsnade-zoo 8 BRODSWORTH HALL, Doncaster Take a step back in…

Strictly the truth No one imagined he would get beyond the first few episodes, but JakeWood has wowed the nation with his impressive dance moves on this year’s Strictly. Jake, 42, and his partner Janette Manrara, 31, have been practising hard over the past few weeks, but critics have been quick to slam the actor, accusing him of having dance lessons before the series began. Jake, however, tweeted, ‘Just to clarify I have never had a dance lesson in my life. Ever. Fact.’ Charity SUPERSTARS Some of the world’s top artists have joined together for this year’s Children In Need song. One Direction, KylieMinogue, Pharrell Williams and BrianMay are just some of the all-star line-up to feature on the cover of The Beach Boys classic God Only Knows. Other famous…

Scary moment I woke up the other morning in the hotel I stay in while I’m filming, and the TV turned on by itself. That freaked me out. I’m quite a spiritual person and can walk into a house and pick upon energies, so I believe there’s a lot more going on around us than we know about. But it still scared me a little bit. ‘I l o v e y o u ’ I tell my friends that I love them all the time. But it was probably to my mum yesterday when we were on the phone. Romantically, I haven’t said it for a while! Holiday In March, I went to Dubai with my mum for five days. We got a cheap deal, so we treated ourselves…

Horsing around! This Morning presenters Ruth Langsford, 54, and Eamonn Holmes, 54, can’t seem to stop horsing around with each other! The couple . have been tweeting and joking about one another for weeks, with Eamonn even blasting Ruth on Twitter for having a bad hair day! He posted a picture of a horse with a wild mane and commented: This was my darling Ruth’s hair when she I got out of bed. Find out how it turns out at 10.30.’ But Ruth got her I own back by revealing his obscure dress sense. ‘Eamonn wears crocs!’ she laughed. ‘He thinks they’re so comfortable!’ We’d love to see him wearing those live on air! GAZZA NEW LOOK Take That’s Gary Barlow, 43, stepped out sporting a new look… TESS’ DENIAL Tess…

Lily Allen Serial Instagram poster Lily, 29, reassured fans when she was taken ill, saying, ‘I’m fine guys, just need some fluids cause I can’t keep anything down.’ Kim Kardashian When Kim, 33, was filmed getting a vampire facial, she made sure her fans would tune in, tweeting, ‘Tonight on Kourtney & Kim Take Miami!’ Lady Gaga Altitude sickness is no joke,’ said Gaga, 28, when she arrived in Denver on her world tour and struggled with the high altitude. Kelly Brook A usually glam Kelly, 34, gave us all a glimpse of her beauty routine: ‘Back in the Hollywood Abode. I don’t know why I think a face mask will help me learn my lines quicker.’ Andy Murray While recovering from back surgery, the tennis champ, 27, tweeted, ‘Thanks…

Like most teenage girls, my daughter Trina was self-conscious about her weight. No matter how many times I told her she was beautiful and didn’t need to lose weight, she never believed me. And her self-doubt turned into an obsession that would destroy all our lives. Trina had been a happy child. Younger sister to Karina, now 35, Carlyna, 31, and Kacee, 30, she was a bright, bubbly girl with a mass of blonde curls and gorgeous blue eyes. As she reached her teenage years, she put on a bit of puppy fat and became the target of cruel taunts at school. She’d come home in tears and feast on chocolate bars and biscuits to feel better. So it was no surprise when she started putting on weight, getting up…

Six out of 10 of us will go on a diet before Christmas in order to look our best for the festive season. So whatever you’ve got planned, if you want to lose a few pounds to look fabulous in your party outfit, now’s the time to start. Experts from Atkins have dubbed 25 October LBD Day, as it allows just enough time to lose weight safely and sensibly in the run up to Christmas. What are you waiting for? DAY 1 BREAKFAST Scrambled eggs made with 2 eggs, ½ red pepper, sliced, and 2 mushrooms sautéed in oil or butter (cook veg and add the eggs). Carbs 3g SNACK Atkins Advantage Chocolate Hazelnut Crunch Bar. Carbs 2.9g LUNCH Tin of mackerel in brine with large green salad consisting of…

These bright balls of goodness are fab post-Halloween, too, in soups, stews or roasted in salads 1 POTASSIUM AND ZINC These minerals are great for helping your immune, circulatory and digestive systems, while the magnesium found in pumpkins complements the zinc by boosting your bones. 2 VITAMIN C This vitamin will aid your immune system, encourage collagen production for healthy skin and can also heal wounds. 3 ANTI-INFLAMMATORY A pumpkin can even calm soft tissue injuries and improve joint and organ health. 4 VITAMIN A This protects eyes from cataracts and degeneration and can boost your vision in dim light! 5 OMEGA-3 Super-health fatty acids can help regulate your body’s cholesterol levels, protect against arthritis, give you great skin and improve your brain function, too. Better hospital food Hospitals could…

Retro VIBE Add some retro style to your space with statement lighting, bold prints and eye-catching wall art. We love Tesco’s take on this trend. Now get the look Get crafty Give your home a thrifty makeover with coloured masking tape. MTWashiTape starts at £2.50 a roll from stonegift.com. Use to decorate walls, light fittings, vases, phone cases – whatever you fancy! Geo prints SPLURGE SAVE Mix it up Create your own personalised paint with Dulux! As well as choosing your colour and finish, you can opt for extra benefits, such as moisture resistance or a hard-wearing finish. Dulux Mix Units in Holiday Blues, £24.29 for 2.5ltr, Lemon Chiffon, £24.49 for 2.5ltr, Martian Sky, £24.49 for 2.5ltr, Homebase Breakfast in bed just got a whole lot more fun with this…

40 yearsof friendship Peering into the plastic carrier bag, I was silent for a second. Then I burst into giggles. ‘We’ve only gone and done it again!’ I laughed. My friend Chris Grace, 57, had bought me a lovely kaftan from M&S for my forthcoming holiday to Spain. The problem? I’d bought her the exact same top the day before! Daft things like this were always happening to Chris and me. I’d once booked her a luxury spa day as a surprise for her birthday, only to discover she’d organised the same one for mine a month later. It was as if we could read each other’s minds. Instant pals I first met Chris in April 1974 when we were 16. We’d both joined the Halifax bank in Liverpool and…

Horoscope Aries 21 Mar–20Apr Are you ready to throw yourself at a work project or goal? At the weekend your powerful ruler enters your career and ambition zone and you have the va-va-voom to make amazing things happen at work and play. ♦ For more call 0901 609 4780* Taurus 21 Apr–20May If things aren’t flowing smoothly in your daily routine – no matter how much energy you’re putting into them – after this weekend life becomes more predictable. Meanwhile, partnerships enter interesting new territory. ♦ For more call 0901 609 4781* Gemini 21 May–20Jun Relationships with children and lovers pick up this week. This comes at the end of three weeks of chaos, confusion and crossed wires. You’ll still need to give some thought to how you approach people,…

One evening in June this year, I was playing Woman’s Own Bingo on my laptop. I was playing my favourite game, the Tycoons Treasure Progressive slot. I’d been a member for about two years and had enjoyed the occasional win, the biggest being £507. I’d read about other people winning jackpots in Woman’s Own, but I never thought it would be me telling my story. After about 20 minutes the slot machine spun and I could see three matching Tycoon faces. Not sure whether to believe it, I called my daughter Lyn, 29, into the room. ‘I think I’ve won the jackpot,’ I whispered. I daren’t say it too loud in case it wasn’t true. ‘Can you check, love?’ I asked Lyn. But when Lyn looked at the screen, she could see…

Slippery slope I was pleased to see features in your magazine that not only target the problem of excessive dieting, but also excessive exercise. ‘Look what keeping fit did to me’ shows that weight disorders aren’t all about food, and it’s great to see your magazine tackling this issue. Addiction is a slippery slope and, although exercise is a good thing for many, too much of it can be deadly. Jennifer Sheldon Saucy snaps I do feel sorry for these celebs caught up in the naked selfie craze, but I’m also surprised that so many of them take the pictures in the first place! I was surprised to read in your article that 90% of young women have taken nude photos. It’s never even crossed my mind to attempt it.…

Ladies Of London 9PM, WEDNESDAY, ITVBe We can’t get enough of these elite ladies! And the next episode sounds like it’ll be a corker. The show follows the high-society exploits of six British and American socialites living in London and sees them preparing themselves for the biggest event of the summer, the Serpentine Party. But will tabloid scandals prevent some of the girls from being able to get in? HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME TUESDAY,BBC1 Len Goodman takes a break from Strictly for this new weeklong series which sees him take some well-known faces back in time to their childhood holidays. Bill Oddie (left, with Len) returns to Dungeness, Ainsley Harriott goes back to Blackpool and Esther Rantzen travels to the Isle of Wight. Surprise surprise 8PM, WEDNESDAY,ITV Holly Willoughby will be back…