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Just when we thought EastEnders couldn’t get any better – thanks to the recent brilliant storylines from returning boss John Yorke – Jessie Wallace has confirmed Kat Slater will be back on the Square. Despite fans fearing she and husband Alfie Moon had drowned during spin-off show Redwater , John revealed Kat will be back alongside Stacey’s mum Jean, Big Mo and a brand new Slater. And it seems Kat hasn’t changed one bit, as Jessie gave a glimpse into her character’s wardrobe with some behind-the-scenes snaps and added, ‘I’m home.’ Great to have you back, Jessie! Get six issues of Woman’s Own for £1* Subscribe online at womansownsubs.co.uk/14DA or call 0330 333 1113, quoting code 14DA. Save 53%…

With their May wedding fast approaching, it’s no surprise that Meghan Markle has decided to up the ante when it comes to getting her body into the best shape possible. But, Woman’s Own can exclusively reveal that friends close to the star fear Meghan’s intense exercise and diet programme is taking its toll. And, their concerns haven’t gone unnoticed by fans of the actress, with many claiming that she’s ‘far too thin’. After seeing her attend a royal engagement in Brixton with fiancé Prince Harry recently, one person said, ‘Her legs are really too thin as they are,’ while another added, ‘She’s certainly thin enough.’ So is Meghan taking her new weight-loss programme too far? New year, new start Christmas and New Year tends to be a time of overindulgence…

Through thick and thin... Emmerdale’s Natalie J Robb on why she’s always ready and able with Cain! What is it about Cain and Moira that has made them one of soap’s most celebrated couples? Are we?! Well, he’s a bad boy... and she has an edge to her now because she’s been through a lot – but then farmers have to be tough, so she’s a different breed. He brings something out in her... she finds him sexy. The chemistry between you and Jeff Hordley is adored by fans... A lot of people I meet on the street tell me that, but they do have a fantastic spark between them and that’s what’s held them together. She certainly still loves him no matter how many times she tells herself she…

Naomie Harris, 41 We love the bright blue shade of Naomie’s dress, and the embellished neckline really completes the look. Myleene Klass, 39 Myleene’s cobalt blue number is super flattering – it’s figure hugging at the top to show off her tiny waist, then skims her hips for a floaty finish. Kristen Bell, 37 She may have voiced Elsa’s sister Anna in Disney’s hit Frozen, but Kristen looks quite the ice queen in this deep V creation. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, 30 Rosie looks every inch the Hollywood bombshell in her silky cornflower blue frock. We’re not sure what we think of the bows but the rest is spot on. Leona Lewis, 32 Wow, talk about a ballgown! Leona’s blue dress is a little OTT for us, but, hey, top marks for…

‘I sent each dog home with a video of their stay’ ‘We have a turnover of £600,000 a year’ Lisa Suswain, 37, lives with her husband Jim, 37, and daughter Eliza-Grace, six, in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. Together, the couple now run Wagging Tails, connecting dog owners who want one-on-one dog-sitting with vetted carers. I had always wanted to be a ballet dancer. At 16 I joined The Royal Ballet School, but just five years into my career, I seriously injured my back. I was performing in the West Midlands and dancing with an inexperienced partner. He did a lift which went horribly wrong, and the audience gasped because of the loud cracking noise. At A&E, doctors told me I’d torn multiple ligaments in my lower back and pelvis. I had to…

Squash, chorizo and goat’s cheese omelette Serves 2 Takes 25 mins Combining sweet and savoury ingredients, this one-pan recipe makes for a moreish meal. You will need 2tbsp olive oil 1 sliced red onion 350g diced butternut squash 120g diced chorizo 6 lightly beaten eggs 120g sliced goat’s cheese 3tbsp chopped chives How to do it 1 Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan. Add the red onion and butternut squash and fry for 10 mins until soft. Add the diced chorizo, then pour in the lightly beaten eggs. Cook for 5 mins. 2 Meanwhile, preheat the grill. Add the goat’s cheese and chopped chives to the eggs in the pan, fry on a low heat for a couple of mins, then pop under a hot grill for…

Baby joy I’m so pleased for Zara Tindall and her husband Mike that they are expecting their second child. It must have been devastating when she lost her baby in 2016. And their daughter Mia will make such a lovely big sister. Sharon Bevan Cute Charlotte Didn’t the Duchess of Cambridge take a stunning photo of her little girl Charlotte on the first day of nursery? The little toddler looked simply adorable in her matching red coat and shoes – she’s taking after her mum in the style stakes! Carolyn Bell Bullies should pay I agree with the mum in your story ‘My superhero son was killed by bullies’ [8 January] who has started a petition to make bullying a criminal offence. Bullies don’t always realise just how much devastation…

1 Go west Shrouded in history yet recently rejuvenated, Edinburgh’s West End is a hidden gem. One of the city’s best-kept secrets, the cobbled shopping lanes of the West End are at the very heart of Edinburgh’s fashion and culinary scene. Here, you are catapulted into a world of quaint boutiques and independent cafes. Discover the broad streets, crescents and Victorian terraces with one of three free Sound Walks (edinburgh-westend.co.uk/west-end-sound-walks), and discover the history of such characters as Dr Joseph Bell (the inspiration for Sherlock Holmes) and Elsie Inglis, a pioneer for women in medicine and a leading suffragette. Concluding with an audio-inspired scavenger hunt inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, these tours unlock the secrets of the West End. Listen out for the bells of the cathedral and the…

Jack Davenport is currently playing Guy in ITV drama Next of Kin. Here, the former This Life star talks about the show and commuting here from Trump’s America… What drew you to Next of Kin? The difficult subject matter. Terrorism is an issue of our times and there’s no avoiding it. The writers addressed the subject by thinking about the wider families who inadvertently become involved. That’s a very intelligent and interesting way to approach the unapproachable. The show is very close to recent terror events. How did you feel about that? Sometimes mass communication, in the form of a fictional TV drama, is a good way to present a really complicated idea in a way that speaks to people’s hearts. What was it like to work with Archie Panjabi,…

Coleen Nolan has always been open about her marriage woes with husband Ray Fensome – but this time it seems she’s weighing up her options and thinking of the future. A source has exclusively told Woman’s Own that she feels defeated when it comes to trying to save her marriage. ‘Coleen is feeling so low, she’s admitted she feels like she’s fighting a losing battle,’ our insider says. The Loose Women panellist, 52, previously revealed that she used her time in the Celebrity Big Brother house in 2017 as a trial separation from husband of 10 years, Ray. Inside the house she confessed, ‘I do think I’m having a midlife crisis, I don’t think it’s all him. I’m questioning everything – am I happy? I’m not putting all the blame…

When presenter Holly Willoughby moved the judging on from Jason to fellow panellist Ashley Banjo, saying, ‘W ell it is only week one, Jason...’ He barked, ‘Because it’s week one, that’s why I’m giving her [Stephanie W aring] information!’ See me after class Tana Ramsay was observed as having the ‘sensuality of a frigid schoolmistress’. Thankfully for Jason, her hot-tempered husband Gordon, was in the kitchen when he delivered the blow. Howzat! Jason, 46, cut straight to the point when it came to cricketer Dominic Cork and declared, ‘The thing I like about your performance is when it’s over.’ No lav lost Taking the tone down another notch, Jason blasted ex-Olympian swimmer Sharron Davies’ performance by comparing it to ‘faecal matter that won’t flush’. Tusk, tsk! Clearly unimpressed with Lauren…

‘After having lost a baby James was my saving grace’ Twenty-five years ago, my son James was a couple of months shy of three. He loved Salt ‘N’ Vinegar Chipsticks, toy trains and entertaining his dad Ralph and me with his Michael Jackson impersonations. He was lively and mischievous, and would always share his sweets – even if they were his favourite Milkybars. These are the memories I have of the boy called James Bulger. But you probably have some other ones – the news stories telling of the horrors he endured. But I want people to know and remember him for the special little boy he was, instead of for what happened to him. And, to truly understand that, you’d need to read beyond the headlines. Incredible bond James…

Lied to about my secret sibling Q When I was a child my mother left. The story was that she was unhappy and wanted to be on her own. I was only nine at the time and five years later my mother died. I love my father but the situation affected our relationship. Now, at the age of 40, I’ve discovered that my mother really left because she had an affair and I have a 30-year-old half brother. I feel devastated and so angry, but I don’t know how to deal with it. Name and address withheld A Parents do all kinds of things to protect their children. When things went wrong between your parents they made a decision to protect you, not really thinking about how they would make…

‘You could tell our friends thought we were crazy’ Bagging up the last of my shopping, the cashier smiled and tapped away at her checkout screen. ‘That’ll be £100,’ she said. ‘And how will you be paying?’ Sheepishly, I handed her a fistful of coupons. ‘With these,’ I said, watching as her smile switched to a look of horror. This was the first time I’d ever paid with coupons. But with just £30 in my bank account, it was the only way I could walk out of this shop with all these groceries. It was December 2012 and my husband Neil, then 35, had been made redundant from his job as a plasterer a week before. I was also nine months pregnant, about to give birth to our first child.…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr On Saturday your ruler changes signs and everything shifts – including your emotions and focus. Out goes feeling intense and in comes feeling optimistic. You get your mojo back! Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Need to get on with things? Around Wednesday you get the impetus to tackle all the stuff that needs doing. It’s also a great time to set your own goals and go for them. You’re on top form for taking action. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun You’re headed for an encounter with the dark side around Wednesday – but that could just mean you enjoy a horror movie! Don’t resist the pull of the forbidden. There’s useful learning here. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Change is constant,…

Toyah follows Eva to the abortion clinic where things become heated. Will Toyah convince her to keep the baby? Georgia Taylor (right), who plays Toyah, tells us more… When Toyah finds out Eva’s pregnant how does she feel? She has mixed emotions because it’s the one thing that Toyah has wanted for such a long time and the fact it’s happened to Eva clearly by accident must be bittersweet. Toyah knows how emotional an issue this is, especially as it’s Aidan’s child and that makes things more complicated, but she’s keen for Eva to think things through and not make any rash decisions. Does Toyah plan to stop Eva having an abortion? She doesn’t have a formulated plan of how she’s going to tackle this, she just needs to make…

Cat Deeley The presenter has announced she is expecting her second child with husband Patrick Kielty. Congrats! Eamonn Holmes The This Morning co-host has landed a drivetime radio show on talkRADIO. He said, ‘I’ll bring you serious news with a smile.’ We’ll be tuning in! Rachel Riley Countdown’s Rachel revealed she gets online abuse for her appearance, but she said, ‘I just ignore it!’ Piers Morgan The GMB host is often criticised, but this time he came under fire on Coronation Street – the soap’s Eileen Grimshaw admitted he gives her a ‘headache’.…

Jennifer Hudson It’s crazy to think that Jennifer came 7th on US talent show American Idol in 2004. Since then she’s won an Oscar and become queen of The Voice UK and US. Yes, Jennifer! Olly Murs The Essex cheeky-chappy started out on The X Factor in  2009 and, following a string of number one singles, he’s landed himself a spot on the judging panel of The Voice UK. Good work, Olly. Ashley Banjo Diversity were one of the most memorable dance acts to grace Britain’s Got Talent ,  so it’s no surprise that their front man has judged several TV dance shows, and is currently on the panel for Dancing On Ice. Alesha Dixon After lifting the glitterball trophy in 2007, Alesha took Arlene Phillips’ spot on Strictly…

Friday, 12 February 1993 3.39pm CCTV shows James running out of AR Tyms butchers into the New Strand Shopping Centre, Bootle. 3.40pm Realising James was missing from her side, Denise rushes outside but devastatingly turns left in the wrong direction. 3.42pm Another CCTV camera on the upper floor shows James holding hands with an older boy. 3.43pm The final CCTV frame shows James, Venables and Thompson leaving the centre. That evening The boys took James on a two and a half mile walk along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal before they arrived at Walton. Sunday, 14 February 1993 Teenagers playing near Walton railway line found James’ body and alerted the police.…

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1 Use the Awesome Note 2 app (£3.99 iOS) Manage your calendar and reminders in one, check to-do lists, receive notifications for events and easily manage everything from birthdays to important meetings. 2 Learn to delegate Whether managing your home or getting on at work, the most efficient people delegate certain tasks to others so that they can focus their time and energy on things that need to take priority. 3 Stop worrying You don’t have to be perfect at everything, but you do need to get things done. Focus, be confident and move ahead.…

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Buy it Cook it Salted-caramel popcornblondies Metcalfe’s Salted Caramel Popcorn Sharing Bags Combine 170g butter, 170g light brown sugar and 110g granulated sugar, then add 1 egg and 1tsp vanilla. Fold in 350g plain flour, 200g chocolate chips and 150g honey-roasted peanuts. Pour into a lined tin, cover the surface with salted caramel popcorn and drizzle with caramel sauce. Bake at 160C for 20-25 mins. Was £1.49 Now £1 Get cooking La Classica Passata is made from pure Italian tomatoes, crushed and bottled to make a fresh, ready-to-use ingredient. This base will add an authentic and delicious flavour to sauces and stews. Cooking them from scratch is healthier too! Cirio La Classica Passata, Tesco Was £1.25 Now 84p Saucy supper This ready-to-cook frozen fish comes with…

RECIPES Using these meal ideas, create a menu based on a daily SmartPoints allowance of 23. SmartPoints is a simple counting system which is even easier to use now we have extended the zero Points foods list. Your SmartPoints total will alter depending on your age, sex, weight and height. For good health we recommend you include ½ pint of skimmed milk every day (4 SmartPoints values) to be used over the day as it suits you, for example in tea or coffee, with cereal, or purely as a drink. We’ve included a variety of fresh fruits and veg throughout the meal planner but switch them for your favourite seasonal fruits and vegetables if you prefer. We also recommend you drink plenty of fluids throughout the day- between 6-8 glasses.…

There’s nothing like booking a trip away to lift your mood on a dreary January day, but it can be an expensive business. Our tips should help keep the costs down. 1 DO TRAVEL Be open-minded when it comes to which airport you fly from. According to research by Cheapflights.co.uk, people flying out of south-west England could pay up to £200 per person more than those departing out of the south east. And, while going away in the school holidays usually means price hikes, see if you can avoid them by flying from a part of the UK that has different term dates. 2 GET SOCIAL Follow your favourite tour operators and airlines on social media, as they will often post about their latest offers. Sign up for email newsletters,…

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1 All Together Now Saturdays, BBC1 This new talent show is hosted by comedian Rob Beckett – look out for ex-Spice Girl Geri Horner, who’ll be supporting the singing hopefuls aiming to win a cash prize by performing in front of a panel of 100 musical experts. 2 Vera Sundays, ITV It’s the last in the series and DCI Vera Stanhope investigates murder of teenager Ethan Dewley. Ethan went missing before his body was found in a reservoir but few from his rural community are willing to help the investigation. 3 Inside No. 9 Tuesdays, BBC2 Zoë Wanamaker and Noel Clarke guest star in this story, which is set during a TV awards ceremony. As the jury ponders the performers on the shortlist, including a dame, a star and a…

5.30am I have a two-year-old [Rafferty, with her fiancé Sam Greenfield] so I always get up early, hence my bloodshot eyeballs! I get breakfast started around 7am. We like poached eggs and smashed avocado – yummy. 8.30am School run time! I drive Corey [Suzanne’s older son, 13, from her previous relationship with singer Darren Day] to school and then I’m off for the day. If I’ve got to make cakes for a school fête the next day, I’ll do it now. 10am I’m so rubbish at baking I could burn fairy cakes, so I’ll go and buy a cake mix. That’s my go-to. It even comes with the icing, so I just put a load of sprinkles on top and turn up to school like, ‘I was totally up all…