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‘The public want us to get together again’ Former Loose Women panellists Carol McGiffin and Denise Welch have told pals that their recent snub from the ITV show has made them more determined than ever to come back in style. The pair were understandably upset when they discovered that they were to be left out of the show’s 18th birthday celebration episode earlier this month – despite providing many memorable moments during their decade on the panel together. And after firing off tweets about how ‘sad’ they were not to be included, Carol, 57, and Denise, 59, have come up with a plan to put themselves firmly back in the spotlight – with insiders telling Woman’s Own that it could even involve them fronting their own TV show. The back…

Spandau Ballet opened up to me about Tony Hadley leaving, but said the show will go on. ‘Tony really left two years ago,’ revealed Gary Kemp. But the good news is there’s an opening in the band. The boys said celeb fans Rob Brydon and James Corden have thrown their hats into the ring. Peace and love Ringo Starr has released his 19th solo album Give More Love, with my favourite track, Show Me The Way, dedicated to his partner Barbara ‘Well, she has,’ he said. ‘We’ve been together for 37 years, so we are just getting to know each other!’ Penny wise! Loose Woman Penny Lancaster stooped to have a selfie with me, still towering above me as she did. I told her I bumped into her hubby Rod…

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Contact Anita Send your questions to askanita@ timeinc.com  Follow her on Twitter @AnitaNaik Or go to anitanaik.com Q A woman I work with is getting me down. She’s extremely difficult and gets aggressive when I say anything to her. She’s negative about feedback (I am her manager) and often shouts in my face when I try to speak to her. I end up shouting back, which I hate. Kate, 40, Ipswich A When managing difficult people, the less reactive you are to their aggression, the more you can use your judgment to handle them. A common pattern with aggressive people is that they are quick to point out there’s something not right with you or the way you do things. They do…

1High knees Move your knees to waist height in a running motion, standing on the spot and alternating arms. 2 Squat jumps Go down low into a squat position, then jump upright keeping a straight back. 3 Plank punch Balance on your elbows in the plank position, bring one arm in front and hold. 4 Shoulder taps While in the press-up position, move each hand up to tap your shoulder on the opposite side. 5 Press-ups Make sure your arms are at a 90 degree angle from your chest and push your body upwards. 6 Jumping jacks Raise your arms above your head with your feet together, jump while moving your arms and legs to the side to hip width. 7 Star squats Jump up feet-to-hip width with arms above…

‘I’d scoff it all before I got home and had dinner’ Pulling into the driveway, I switched off the engine of the car and hastily gathered up the pile of empty chocolate bar wrappers discarded in the footwell. I winced as I found the receipt and realised I’d just scoffed £20 of chocolate on a 30-minute drive. ‘Oh well, nobody needs to know,’ I told myself, as I shoved the incriminating evidence into my handbag and heaved my 28st frame out of the car. I’d been a chocoholic since I was young. As a child, I’d sneak packets of chocolate buttons out of the cupboard. Looking back now, it wouldn’t have been hard to guess who was pinching them because by the time I was six, I weighed 6st. My…

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1 My favourite TV moment ever happened back when Prince came on CD:UK . I grew up with his posters on my wall. 2 I can’t dance at all by myself – the only time I ever look good dancing is if I’m next to my dad at a wedding! 3 I hate birthdays, I hate birthday parties, I absolutely hate them. I don’t know what it is, but if anybody comes anywhere near me with a piece of cake with a candle on it, I break out in hives. 4 The first thing I do after a hard day’s filming is have a glass of champagne.…

‘When I saw his frail body, lying motionless and covered in tubes, I felt my my legs go weak’ As I tuck my daughter into bed, I pull out a well-worn photo album. I often show her pictures of her big brother – my son, Prince. Whenever I do, I feel a pang of anguish in my heart. I so wish I could read them bedtime stories together, then kiss them both as I turn out the light. But photographs are all I have… It was February 2010 when I signed up to an online dating site. After a string of disastrous dinners, I was ready to give up hope. That is, until I got a message from Joaquin, a businessman and aspiring musician. A hard-working, ambitious man was just…

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1 Get more sleep Burning the candle at both ends and depriving yourself of sleep is linked to problems with your mood. Try to schedule in a catch-up period and aim to get an extra 60-90 minutes of sleep per day to cut down on sleep debt. 2 Try a gratitude app The Gratitude Journal (free, iOS and Android) is an effective way to rewire your mood in just five minutes a day, helping you to feel better fast. 3 Do a good deed Researchers believe volunteering boosts happiness because it increases empathy, which makes you appreciate all the good stuff in your own life.…

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Get in touch Send your emails to womansown@timeinc.com  Twitter @WomansOwn Facebook womansownmagazine Woman’s Own, Time Inc. (UK) Ltd, 161 Marsh Wall, London E14 9AP George’s safety I was upset to read about the security problems at the school where Prince George has just started, Thomas’s, Battersea. It must be worrying for all parents there, including Kate and Wills. I’m sad schools have to think about gates and entry systems. They are ending up like prisons. Julie, via email Your photo of the week… Expensive eating Apparently you lose out on £33,000 in unpaid wages over a lifetime if you don’t take your lunch break. No more sandwiches at my desk for me! Georgia Hughes Stop the rush Can’t believe there’s so much Christmas stuff in the…

LUNCHES CHOOSE 1, ALL SERVE 1 PIZZA OMELETTE Cook an omelette of 2-3 eggs in a pan sprayed with low-calorie cooking spray. When beginning to set, top with tomato purée and 1tsp each dried basil and oregano. Add 70g torn reduced-fat mozzarella (from your allowance) and some spinach leaves. Brown under a grill. SOUP AND SALAD Pick up a Slimming World Pea & Mint Soup from Iceland and serve with a large mixed salad. Follow with an apple and an orange. CHICKEN PESTO SANDWICH Spread 2 slices of wholemeal bread (from a small 400g loaf) with 1 level tbsp extra-light mayo. Fill with cooked chicken mixed with 1 level tbsp reduced-fat pesto. Add sliced tomato and serve with salad. COUSCOUS SALAD Prepare plain, dried couscous according to the pack instructions.…

As I closed my oven door, I couldn’t wait to tuck into the roast beef I had prepared for our Sunday dinner and my mouth was watering at the thought. With some time to spare, all my housework done and the telly on in the background, I thought I would log in to my online bingo account. I’ve been a member of Woman’s Own Bingo for over five years, switching to playing online after my local bingo hall became a bit of a hassle to get to. I always play Sapphire Bingo and usually log in on a Saturday or Sunday night. Lost for words This Sunday in January, I bought 10 tickets for Sapphire, costing me £1. I was just settling in to the game, watching my numbers being…

Call the Midwife’s Jessica Raine stars in sizzling new BBC1 drama The Last Post, set in British-ruled Aden in the Middle East during the Swinging Sixties. She plays Alison, whose husband Ed is in the military. But Alison is caught between her role as an army wife and the new freedoms of the era… What kind of woman is Alison? She’s witty but hums with dissatisfaction, and she’s on a path of self-destruction littered with G&Ts. She’s desperate to have fun but it’s hard in such a strict military environment. She seems ahead of her time. Does that create a struggle for her? She’s very liberated so being locked away on an army base is hell, but she copes by drinking and dancing at every opportunity! It creates a disconnect…

Good week Lorraine Kelly Lorraine Kelly is to be host of a new BBC game show Wedding Day Winners alongside popular comedian Rob Beckett. Prince Harry Prince Harry is said to have introduced his girlfriend Meghan Markle to the Queen, following their three-week trip to Africa. Bad week Sinitta reveals she’s been dropped from the X Factor judges’ houses round last-minute, telling fans the decision was ‘cold’. Awkward! Noel Fielding Great British Bake Off star Noel Fielding was reported to Ofcom by viewers after he hid inside a fridge during the show.…

‘Being skinny doesn’t really suit me - especially at my age’ This Morning host Ruth Langsford has stepped into the spotlight and on to the dance floor in this year’s series of Strictly Come Dancing. And while most people would be delighted at the prospect of ditching a few pounds from the vigorous routines, Ruth doesn’t want to – as she fears she’s too old! Opening up to Woman’s Own during an exclusive interview, Ruth, 57, told us she doesn’t want to shift a drastic amount of weight, as she worries about what it would do to the appearance of her face. Talking frankly, she confessed, ‘I don’t want to lose weight. It just doesn’t suit me – especially at my age, and in my face.’ Ruth’s hopes However, Ruth…

Are you like Doctor Foster? I look like her but my shoes are better. This series has been so explosive! The reaction is amazing. Some say it’s melodrama and some, who have been through a trauma like a divorce, can understand the truth behind it all. Either way it’s entertainment. It certainly has couples on edge… People enjoy the uncomfortable viewing. This is the tragic story of a breakdown of a family unit and how betrayal can change you as a person, and even your motherly instincts can waver. Sad, confusing and very real. There are some great roles out there for women now… There’s so many channels and studios making TV right now, so it naturally follows that there are better roles for women. It’s an exciting time. What…

Fashion Ed's tip Invest in detachable collars to update every dress in your wardrobe Reese Witherspoon, 41 Once you get over the Harry Hill connotations, this dress is pretty chic. Eva Mendes, 43 Fabulous turban aside, this is a bit of a lace overload. Lose the tights and this would be a winning look. Rita Ora, 26 A velvet polo neck is on our autumn wishlist. Bowling shoes, however, won’t be making the cut. Emma Willis, 41 This floral number could look a tad twee, but Emma edges it up with slicked-back hair and cool cuff bracelets. Keeley Hawes, 41 Match a statement collar with your shoes to tie your look together. Emma Bunton, 41 We know panto season is approaching, but this ruffled bib is a bit ‘Buttons’ for…

Vichy Dermablend 3D Correction, £21.50 To say this is like Polyfilla for the face is a little disconcerting, but bear with us. While it is by no means cloggy (in fact, it’s non-comedogenic, which means it won’t block pores), it does instantly resurface your skin, concealing open pores and disguising breakouts. I use this when my skin is particularly spotty – it’s like an instant confidence boost in a tube! The Ordinary Colours Serum Foundation, £5.70, deciem.com This sold 250,000 bottles during its first week on sale earlier this year. Here’s why: there are 21 shades; the texture feels silky, just like a serum; it’s vegan friendly, cruelty-free and suitable for those with gluten, soy and nut allergies. Most importantly, the finish is like a second skin. And…

‘The tumours are advanced in both lungs’ ‘I wanted to squeeze every last drop out of my life’ Watching my son Joshua, six, throwing stones into the sea, I felt a mixture of joy and sadness. It was July 2017 and we were looking forward to a summer of family days on the pebbly beach near our home. As the sun set and the heat of the day cooled, I hugged my fiancé Jason, 39. Nothing made me happier than watching Joshua and his sisters Darcey, 11, and Emily, nine, laughing together. But a chill ran through me. ‘Am I doing the right thing?’ I asked myself. Recently, I’d made an agonising decision. After five courses of chemotherapy I’d decided to stop treatment. Without it, I was unlikely to…

‘At eight weeks he already had 2in of hair’ With their button noses and matching shirts, my twins certainly look identical. But as you can see, there’s one thing that sets them apart – and there’s a surprising reason behind it... Aged 22, I was diagnosed with endometriosis. ‘There’s scarring in your fallopian tubes,’ the doctor told me. ‘So it’ll be hard for you to conceive.’ I’d always wanted children but I was young and wasn’t in a relationship, so motherhood seemed a long way off. A year later, I met Jay, then 26. When things became serious, I told him about my problem but he was confident we’d find a solution. ‘We will be parents,’ he told me. ‘I’m sure of it.’ Birth complications We married in August 2010…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Themes of freedom and independence are huge. If someone hates how you’ve changed, they may leave. Perhaps you need a different life. Don’t make any major decisions until next week’s full moon. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Are you in the mood for love? If you can resist falling in love all over again – either with your partner or someone else altogether – then you’re certainly fated to get all worked up about something. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Do you find yourself flirting, even when you have no intention of following through? Be careful who you bat your eyelashes at because in this super-romantic week someone could get the wrong idea. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul The cosmos is…

1 GET THE RIGHT QUOTES If you want to use a removal firm, don’t settle for the first quote you get. There are two great price-comparison websites that can help: reallymoving.com/quote-forms/ removals and comparemymove.com. And if you want to use a specific removal firm, then don't be afraid to call them and haggle. 2 BEAT THE CHARGES Some firms charge admin fees for changing your address on documents like car insurance or redirecting your broadband and TV packages. If you are charged, ring up and ask them to waive the fees. If they refuse to budge, threatening to leave can often change their minds. 3 CHECK YOUR INSURANCE Around 42% of insurers don’t automatically cover a home move as standard. And with movers shifting an average of £14,000 worth of…

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Nathan Curtis heads to court this week but will he get his comeuppance for his sick crime? Chris Harper, who plays Nathan, gives us a taste of what’s to come. What is Nathan’s state of mind since his arrest? He has been manipulating Mel, getting her onside so he can use her to get back at Bethany Platt. He thinks if he can get Bethany out of the way, he will be in the clear. How has he been controlling Mel from prison? Well, he’s kept the squeeze on her from his burner phone. He swears he loves her, and says he’ll give her a home and they can start a family if she stops Bethany getting to court. When Bethany doesn’t show up to testify, the case is weak…

1 The Apprentice Wednesday, BBC1 Another bunch of entrepreneurial wannabes, all with their unique foibles, hang-ups and annoying traits, try to impress Lord Sugar and his sidekicks Karren Brady and Claude Littner to avoid being fired and make it through each round. 2 Sing: Ultimate A Cappella Friday, Sky 1 Two decades after her stint as Ant and Dec’s sidekick on SM:TV Live, Cat Deeley hosts this singing competition. The series tests a cappella groups with no backing tracks, of course. 3 Porridge BBC1 Kevin Bishop is back as criminal Nigel ‘Fletch’ Fletcher in a full series of the revamped prison comedy first shown last year as a pilot. Joining him will be Mark Bonnar as Officer Meekie and Harry Peacock as the new…

6am I’m not happy sleeping in, so I get up early. It’s the best time for me to get stuff done as it’s before the kids wake up. I do half an hour of meditation every day, it makes such a difference. Then I wake Bobby [Jeff’s elder son, 14] up at 6.30am. 7am We all have breakfast. I plan the day the night before so I know exactly what I need to do. The boys make their bed then we eat, usually something like an omelette, where I can chuck anything in from the fridge. 8.15am School run time! I drop Bobby first and then Freddy [13] at 8.30am. And then I’m away! If I’m not working, I go to the gym for an hour. I might do some…