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Birds of a Feather actress Pauline Quirke shocked the nation in 2011 when she lost an astonishing 8st in 12 months, dropping from a size 28 to a size 12 – but she’s been battling her weight ever since. And when the 58-year-old stepped out recently in an all-black ensemble highlighting her noticeably bigger frame, it appeared she’d fallen back into old habits – triggering fears for her health once more. A friend close to the star told Woman’s Own, ‘It’s no secret that Pauline’s put on weight recently. She’s not on her best form at the moment – she’s never at her best in the winter. She hates the short days and grey skies.’ But the actress is determined to shed the extra pounds, and has embarked on a…

‘Things aren’t sitting right with Eileen’ She’s on to Phelan, says Corrie’s Sue Cleaver So Eileen’s standing by her man? The problem is, until now she’s never seen Phelan do anything bad. It’s only when Seb hints he might have had something to do with Luke’s demise that her suspicions are aroused. She visits Anna because things aren’t sitting quite right. This is all getting very dark… It’s so complicated! Eileen wants to believe him. Their relationship’s great and he’s really supportive. She doesn’t want to believe anything’s wrong – she thinks everyone else is behaving badly. Will you ever get a break this year? Eileen’s got too much on her plate for me to find time to pack! I’d love to find a brand-new destination to visit but I…

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1 Eat chocolate ‘Packed with antioxidants, cacao’s been shown to lower cholesterol, cutting the risk of heart disease.’ 2 Get moving ‘Just 30 minutes of moderate activity a day can cut your risk of heart disease and high blood pressure, as well as reducing stress, tension, depression and anxiety.’ 3 Don’t miss magnesium ‘Your heart has the highest magnesium requirement of any organ.’ Try Linwoods Shelled Hemp, £6.49, linwoodshealthfoods.com. 19% The number of us getting less than five hours of sleep, according to new research by Philips Respironics. Book of the week Kama Sutra Workout (£8.99, DK) Looking for a slightly different way to get in shape for 2018? This book could be for you.  It features 300 sex positions designed to help work muscles and burn energy,…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr Whether or not you’re one of those rams who went too far last week, you will feel the cold hand of something reining you in. If not a person, it may be your own worry, doubt or guilt. Find a middle road. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Many Taureans are reeling from the words or actions of someone close. Whether difficult or exciting, it’s easy to lose yourself in this energy. Holding on to yourself, and your needs and desires, will help. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Are you too hard on yourself? Critical? Glass half-empty? Influences now exaggerate those tendencies. Mind you, if you want to stop, the days around Saturday are a great time to commit. It’ll take practice. Cancer…

There’s a new generation on the rise – the thirtysomething grannies, or rather, glammies. And they couldn’t be prouder. Shadow Education Secretary Angela Rayner knows how they feel. She’s just become the House of Commons’ youngest gran, aged 37, sparking a #grangela frenzy on Twitter. Here, two other glammies share their stories. ‘I can run around the park with Harrison’ ‘Mum’s so young at heart’ Ellis, 20, says: I love the fact that Mum is such a young gran. She has a really strong bond with Harrison and is so young at heart. She likes to think of herself as a cool grandma – and she fits the role perfectly. Michaela Normanton, 37, was 17 when she had daughter Ellis, and 17 years later, Ellis had a son, Harrison, now…

When rookie copper Craig is called to a disturbance at a lap-dancing club, he’s horrified to see that Bethany is working there. Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany, picks up the story… What happens when Craig turns up at the club? Bethany is about to come out to do her dance, but she sees Craig, so she runs in the back. But because she witnessed the fracas, she has to talk to the police. She’s mortified that Craig has found out that’s what she does. Why is Bethany doing this? In her mind, she is laughing at all of the men, and taking back control of her body and over the way men look at her and approach her. Has this come about from her grooming ordeal? Yes, it’s not a…

After humiliating his wife Tess Daly when he reportedly got back in touch with glamour girl Rhian Sugden in 2016, it seems Vernon Kay is out of the doghouse once and for all. Woman’s Own can exclusively reveal Vernon, 43, and 48-year-old Tess are looking at venues to renew their wedding vows this year. A well-placed source says, ‘They’ll be celebrating 15 years of marriage in September, so Vernon and Tess think it’s the perfect time to say “I do” all over again. They have fallen in love with Braxted Park in Essex, where Rylan Clark-Neal got married.’ In 2010, it was revealed Vernon had sent explicit messages to Rhian, but we’re glad to see things are firmly back on track. Paddy ‘I’d never play matchmaker in real…

Riproaring fun No stranger to a wardrobe malfunction, 2010 contestant Sinitta was voted out first when she tore a hole in her partner Andrei Lipanov’s trousers with her skates during a lift. Oops! Frosty face-offs Jason Vs Karen In the biggest bust -up to date, judge Jason Gardiner hit out at coach – and former judge – Karen Barber , saying, ‘If your opinion still mattered, you’d be on the panel.’ Handbags! Jason Vs T im When judge Jason criticised 2011 contestant Denise W elch, her then husband T im Healy decided to get involved and marched up to the panel. But never one to shy away from controversy , Jason replied to T im’s comment, saying, ‘Oh my God. Your breath!’ Rehearsal disaster DOI fans were forced to watch…

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It’s a fun workout ‘Scientists have proven that just 15 minutes of laughter a day will burn between 10 and 40 calories, around 4lb a year ,’ reveals transformation coach Rebecca Kelly ( haelan  therapy.co.uk). ‘Laughter encourages the chest to rise more rapidly, meaning the muscles in this area are working harder as a result.’ Good for mental health ‘Laughter helps to reduce mental tension and increases our energy, which enables you to accomplish more,’ says Rebecca Kelly. ‘Individuals who laugh easily have a more positive outlook on life.’ Keeps your heart healthy Research by the University of Maryland Medical Center found that laughter causes blood vessels to dilate, which results in an increase of blood flow, which is good for your heart. You’ll feel calmer ‘When we laugh…

‘We pictured what our happy family would be like’ Dangling my skis over the precipice of the slope, I took a deep breath and glanced down. ‘This is for you, darling,’ I whispered, before launching myself over the edge. As someone who is petrified of heights, this should have been my worst nightmare. But carving my way through the powdery snow, I’d never felt so at peace. You see, this wasn’t some frivolous stunt meant to scare the wits out of me. It was a celebration and tribute of the greatest importance. Growing up, I wasn’t adventurous. The most daring thing I did was to sign up to an online dating website when I was 17. There, I started chatting to a gorgeous man named Mark. Four years later we…

‘I thought James hadn’t changed a bit!’ Scrolling through the profile pictures of the man who had just messaged me on Facebook, my mind reeled. ‘No, it can’t be,’ I thought, as I stared at the images. Those blue eyes, that kind smile. Even after all these years, I knew who it was. ‘James Hodges,’ I thought. ‘You haven’t changed a bit.’ It had been 36 years since James and I shared a classroom at Cam Hopton Primary School in Gloucestershire. It was decades ago, but I could clearly remember his brown, messy hair and the way his trousers always sat too high up his ankles from his latest growth spurt. We hadn’t been incredibly close but we shared the same birthday – 3 February 1967. Looking back now, I…

Many of us have made our 2018 resolution to get fitter, and that often involves joining a gym. But here’s what you need to know… DO THE MATHS Many gyms offer deals such as a free month’s membership if you sign up for a year. But instead of focusing on that ‘saving’, add up what you will be spending on the other 11 months. Contracts can be tricky to get out of, so unless you feel confident you’ll get your money’s worth all year, you may be best avoiding gyms that demand a lengthy commitment. Instead, try gyms like PureGym (puregym.com) that offer monthly memberships with no contracts – you can cancel any time. SHOP AROUND Making a new exercise regime stick means it needs to fit your lifestyle. After…

1 Saturday Casualty , BBC1 Zoe’s back! There’s a shock for porter Max when wife Zoe (Sunetra Sarker) returns to the hospital, only for Max (Jamie Davis) to serve her with divorce papers. But when Zoe ends up in a perilous situation, will Max realise he still loves her after all? 2 Thursday Britannia , Sky Atlantic  Brits Vs Romans epic! Kelly Reilly, David Morrissey and Zoë Wanamaker star in this epic 10-part drama. It’s 43AD and the Romans are back to crush the Celts of Britannia, forcing arch rivals Kerra and Antedia to unite to save their lands. 3 Sunday Vera , ITV Secrets and lies Ben Batt and Naomi Ackie guest star in this week’s episode,…

The BAFTA-nominated actress, who rose to fame as part of the Goodness Gracious Me team, opens up about being back on stage – and tells us why she’s embracing ageing Meera Syal is a breath of fresh air when we call her for a chat. We’ve managed to snag some time in her busy schedule – she’s currently playing the orphanage-owning drunk and floozy Miss Hannigan in Annie, having taken over from Craig Revel Horwood. Meera, 56, lets us in on how she balances family life with work, how she fought the menopause, and just how romantic she is… Miss Hannigan’s a real party girl. Are you anything like her? It’s so fun being nasty. I’m loving it, but I’m exhausted – it’s so full-on. I’m not really a dancer,…

Duchess of Cambridge, 35 Pale pink and black is timeless and super chic. Kate shows off the classic combo beautifully. Jennifer Lawrence, 27 We can’t get enough of this dress – it screams 40s vibes with a modern twist, and Jennifer’s beach waves give the look an edge. Gwyneth Paltrow, 45 Gwyneth shows us that shirt dresses CAN be glam. If they’re pink, that is. We’re not keen on the grey suede shoe-boots though.’ Vanessa Kirby, 29 Her rock chick blonde hair is a world away from her Princess Margaret character in The Crown but Vanessa’s dress is full-on regal. Michelle Williams, 37 We’re not sure about the, ahem, sleeves, but the silky pleats of Michelle’s pastel pink gown are definitely red carpet-worthy. Susanna Reid, 47 The delicate pink lace…

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Contact Anita Send your questions to askanita@ timeinc.com  Follow her on Twitter @AnitaNaik Or go to anitanaik.com Why do I feel so sad? Q Two years ago my husband left me and didn’t even bother to say goodbye to the children, then aged eight and 12. They were in shock and it’s taken a long time to make them feel everything’s OK. Meanwhile we’ve got a divorce and the kids and I have moved to a smaller house closer to family. Now it’s sorted I know I should be feeling positive but instead I feel so sad. I can’t sleep. I cry all the time and can’t see what’s good ahead of me. Cath, 45, Essex A When we’re in the midst…

Carla’s return I’m so glad that Carla Connor came back to Coronation Street at Christmas. It’s not been the same since she left. Let’s hope it becomes a permanent return. Anita Wood Missing Rylan This Morning won’t be the same without Rylan. I was so sad to hear he’s taking an extended break from the show. He’s great to watch and so much fun. And of course there’s that dazzling smile. Let’s hope he’s not away too long. Fiona Dunne Time for a drink I never understand Dry January, where people give up alcohol for the month. In my book, January is the bleakest of all times of year and when I need a few drinks to get through it! S Webber Debbie’s still tops Debbie McGee may not have…

ED SHEERAN AND CHERRY SEABORN Ed and Cherry, a banker, first met at secondary school in Suffolk, but she went to university in the US and they lost contact. They rekindled their friendship in 2016 and soon became a couple. MILA KUNIS AND ASHTON KUTCHER After meeting on the set of That ’70s Show in 1998, the pair continued to cross paths. But it wasn’t until after Ashton’s marriage to Demi Moore failed in 2012 that they became a couple. Now they are married and have two kids. DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE The royal duo both studied at St Andrews University, where they became friends and even shared student digs. But friendship blossomed into romance and then marriage.…

Buy it Cook it Poachedpearswithyogurt The Collective Pear ‘n’ Maple Yoghurt, 450g, Asda Split a vanilla pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds. Pour 750ml dry white wine into a saucepan and add the seeds, vanilla pod, 2 star anise, 1 cinnamon stick, 8 cloves and 150g caster sugar. Turn to a medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add 4 peeled, cored and halved pears and simmer with the lid on for 20-30 mins until a toothpick pokes through easily. Remove. Bring the syrup to a boil and cook for 20-30 mins until reduced and thickened. Remove spices, return pears to syrup and allow to cool. Serve with a dollop of The Collective Pear ‘n’ Maple Yoghurt. Bargain booze Mionetto Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry, Tesco Made in Valdobbiadene,…

Emmerdale Kim Tate Kim went down as soap’s first female villain when she watched husband Frank die of a heart attack in front of her, and later attempted to kill her stepson Chris in the exact same spot. She later fled the village in a helicopter, never to return. Will she ever make a comeback? Fingers crossed! Emma Barton When Emma was pushed to her death last year , there was a line-up of suspects who could have done it. Hardly surprising considering she killed her husband James, terrorised Ashley for months and shot her own son, Finn. Carl King Carl put his on-off partner Chas through hell with affairs and blackmail – even blaming her for why he killed his dad Tom – and had a longstanding feud with…

5am I don’t have a typical 24 hours. Just recently I had a delayed flight from Heathrow that ended up getting cancelled, so we got diverted to Cardiff and just had to find our own way home. I got home at 2.50am and I was up at 5am to record Loose Women live until 1pm. 7am I have a cup of tea first thing – all Irish women have a cup of tea first. I always have breakfast and I find a couple of eggs keep me going. I like boiled eggs, poached eggs or a good old fry-up on Sunday. I love my work so I don’t mind getting up early. I get up a bit later at the weekend. 11am Our life revolves around our two cavalier King…