Innholdsfortegnelse for 26-Feb-2018 i Woman's Own

The biggest night in British music is returning to our screens this week and we cannot wait. Expect a whole lot of laughs as funny man Jack Whitehall is taking over presenting duties from last year’s host Dermot O’Leary. And when it comes to performances on the night, we’re in for a treat – there’s Justin Timberlake, Ed Sheeran, Rita Ora, Sam Smith and many more. We better warm up our vocal cords and get ready for a singsong. The BRIT Awards, 21 February, ITV 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 up to 50%…

2002 Kylie Minogue in Jimmy Choo We couldn’t get this saucy outfit out of our heads, after Kylie emerged on stage from a huge CD. The Aussie singer turned up the heat in this lace-up number, teamed with thigh-high Jimmy Choo boots! 1995 Madonna in Atelier Versace The Like A Virgin hitmaker, 59, could have been mistaken for the BRITs trophy that year, as she shimmered in this pleated gown. 2004 Beyoncé in Vrettos Vrettakos Twerking up a storm, as she performed her hit, Crazy in Love, Bey almost had an uh-oh uh-oh moment in the mini-dress. Looks like the 36-year-old was being a bit of a Naughty Girl! 1997 Geri Horner in custom made Without doubt the most iconic BRITs outfit ever. The Spice Girl, 45, had this tiny…

‘It’s as British as the Carry On films!’ Sherrie Hewson celebrates 10 years in the TV sun Ten years of Benidorm – wow! My character Joyce would love it! But she’d be on the look out for Monty, her fella [John Challis]. Her loins are girding – that’s all I can say. I’ve been in it for seven years. Where did that go? I mean, I was a young girl once. When you started, what was your first impression of the show? I’d never been on a girls’ holiday. In my first episode, I was out doing karaoke with the boys and nearly killed myself. I was thrown out of a bar because I can’t sing. They asked me to leave during my rendition of Kung Fu Fighting. The G&Ts…

1 Take a daily time out Every day, take 10 minutes for yourself in the morning and 10 at night. Turn off your phone, lie down and just switch off to relax mind and body. 2 Stop worrying You can’t stop things happening by second guessing them! So switch off the worry, and trust things are going to be OK. 3 Use the app Chill Panda (free iOS, Android) The app measures your heart rate and suggests tasks to suit your state of mind, like exercises or breathing techniques.…

Next-level pink wafer ice cream cake Serves 12 If you’re not much of a baker, this one’s for you! Feel free to mix up the ice-cream flavour depending on the birthday girl or boy’s favourite. You will need 2 litres strawberry ice cream 750ml vanilla ice cream 1x12g sachet gelatine 65ml whole milk 500ml double cream 1tsp vanilla extract A few drops pink food colouring 4tbsp icing sugar Confetti cake sprinkles 12 pink wafer biscuits How to do it 1 Soften half the strawberry ice cream. Line a deep 18cm loose-based tin with clingfilm and spoon the ice cream into the base. Spread to the edges and smooth, then pop in the freezer for 30 mins. 2 Soften the vanilla ice cream, spread in an even layer on top of…

Turn on the tap Constipation can cause bloating and is often due to dehydration, so drink plenty of water – and make it cold. German researchers found drinking six cups of cold water a day raised resting metabolism by about 50 calories a day. The colder the water, the harder the body has to work to heat it to its core temperature. Make time for breakfast ‘If you miss out on breakfast, your body registers famine and hangs on to its fat stores,’ says Dr Marilyn Glenville, author of Fat Around the Middle (£10.99, Kyle Cathie). But pick wisely. ‘Low-fat dairy products may help lower the levels of fat deposited around the abdomen,’ says nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed. ‘Try low-fat yogurt with oats and fruit.’ Eat fish Supplementing your diet with…

Spice of life I’m thrilled that the Spice Girls are reforming and are going to be touring. Mind you, I don’t quite know why Posh has agreed to join them. She hardly needs the money! Abbie Eastwood Child of courage I was a recipient of a Woman’s Own Children of Courage Award, given to me by Prince Harry in 2008 for bravery after being made homeless by a devastating house fire. I’m now 19 and continue to raise awareness for fire safety and work with other good causes like the Fire Fighters Charity, the Mayor of Cheltenham Charity and the Hollie Gazzard Trust, raising vital funds. Prince Harry has been such an influential figure for me over the years and has inspired me to give back as much as I…

5am I wake up and get a coffee as soon as I can. I always have a flat white – they’re my favourite. Then I’ll jump in the shower and I head off for the day at 6am. 7am After an hour-long drive I arrive at Elstree Studios to begin filming Holby City. I spend about half an hour in the make-up chair, then head to the breakfast bar and grab poached eggs and avocado on toast – and another flat white! 8am When I only have one scene in a day, it usually takes around three hours to shoot and the rest of my afternoon is free. But with big storylines it would be a 7am-7pm day. In between takes we take half-hour breaks, so I go back to…

After ending her 17-year marriage to Matthew Robertson in November, it would seem Davina McCall is ready to start dating again. An insider close to the star has revealed exclusively to Woman’s Own that the mum-of-three is worried about being alone and, in time, would like a new man in her life. ‘Davina wants someone to make her feel special. Of course, her kids give her that, but she wants it at a different loving level,’ our source says. Davina, 50, admitted that she had spent last Christmas with her estranged husband, but it seems Davina fears being alone in years to come. ‘She’s taking her exams to become a personal trainer this year, she’s got amazing kids, a fantastic job, but she’s lonely,’ our insider adds. ‘All at once…

EastEnders favourite Jo Joyner, 40, turns detective in BBC1’s new drama Shakespeare & Hathaway – Private Investigators, but it would be murder on the dance floor if she learnt ballroom… On reality TV‘I am no snob about shows like TOWIE!’ Hi Jo, tell us about your character in Shakespeare & Hathaway, Lu Shakespeare… Being bright, bubbly and happy is what drew me to her because I can play some quite miserable and fierce people. That’s what makes people open up to her, so she’s going to make a good detective. Would you make a good detective? I’m quite nosy. It comes from being an actress and people-watching. I like to ask questions. I don’t tend to put myself in the way of danger. Well, I say that and then I…

Buy it Cook it CathedralCityCheddar, 350g (Co-op) Leek rarebit Serves 6 Fry two chopped leeks in 30g butter for 10 mins. Set aside. Warm 175g grated Cathedral City Cheddar in a small pan with 120ml beer until the cheese melts. Whisk in 3tbsp plain flour and 1tsp English mustard. Cook gently, stirring, until you have a thick sauce. Remove from the heat and add 4 egg yolks. Beat until smooth. Toast 6 slices of white bread. Spread some leeks over each, then spoon the sauce over. Put under the grill until golden and bubbling, about 4 mins. Top with Worcestershire sauce, if you like. Was £5 Now £2.50 Bargain booze Coteaux du Pont du Gard (M&S)  This southern French red is bold and fruity,…

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Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr To get what you want this week you’ll need to navigate around someone’s shyness, sensitivity or sheer vagueness. This could be irritating but logical arguments won’t help. You’ll get there with patience. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Valentine’s Day fell last week, but this one’s not lacking in romantic action. Mars and Venus link up, promising a sexy moment if you’re leaning that way; fun and games of a different sort if you’re not. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun It’s not something I often say to Geminis, but it’s a week for action, not thinking or talking – which could merely cause confusion. But throw everything at getting things done on Friday and see great results. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul…

‘Sometimes the truth bloody hurts’ She’s been fighting for her marriage for a ‘hellish’ 12 months, but Coleen Nolan has finally called it quits and is divorcing husband Ray Fensome. After a string of rows, leading separate lives and a loss of attraction, it seems as though the end of their 10-year marriage was inevitable, with Coleen admitting, ‘There is too much dividing me and Ray. We can’t go back.’ Coleen, 52, has always been open about her marriage woes and it’s clear that she and Ray had been having their issues for quite some time. But in perhaps the harshest blow to their relationship, Coleen believes Ray, 60, no longer found her attractive – arguably a knock to anyone’s self-esteem. Admitting that she had quizzed him on his feelings…

Meghan Markle is used to dressing like a Hollywood star, having attended many glitzy award ceremonies, parties and premieres during her time as an actress on US drama Suits. But her sophisticated style, which inevitably caught the eye of Prince Harry, is strikingly similar to that of Harry’s late mother Princess Diana. These snaps caused us to do a double take… Suits you, ladies! Meghan is a huge fan of suits. Not only is it the name of the TV show that got her noticed for her acting talents, but she’s not afraid to channel a more masculine side with her staple Alexander McQueen two-piece. In the 1980s, Diana pulled off black and white tailoring in this Jasper Conran outfit. How low can they go? Our ‘queen of hearts’ Diana…

Gillian Anderson, 49 If Gillian wears a look on the red carpet, you know it’s the epitome of style! The pinafore neckline gives her jumpsuit a modern twist. Melanie Chisholm, 44 A lace insert is an easy way to add a feminine note to a simple style – this glam lady looks a world away from her 90s Sporty Spice self. Kate Garraway, 50 We love Kate’s one-shouldered jumpsuit, but we think the ruffles make it a real statement piece, so there’s no need for the belt. Gwyneth Paltrow, 45 Wow, Gwyneth looks fabulous – but we won’t be attempting this skin-tight look any time soon without Spanx! Fashion Ed’s tip Lift the look with contrasting shoes or statement earrings. Lisa Kudrow, 54 Lisa knows how to get comfy on…

We all want to save money and reduce our energy consumption while keeping clothes fresh If you could wash your clothes, save money and help the environment all at the same time, you’d do it, right? Especially if you knew they’d come out just as clean. Fortunately you can, thanks to Ariel Gel. Because when it comes to turning the temperature down to a cool 30 degrees, you just need to make sure you have the right detergent. And we’ve come a long way since the days of laundry soaps and washing powders. Ariel Gel is specially developed to remove those stubborn stains that have a higher melting point, even on a cold wash. So what does this mean? Big savings! And surely, we could all do with those. The…

My partner is on a dating app Q My friend has just found my partner on a dating app. She showed me his profile and, not only is he lying about his age (he’s saying he’s 40 and he’s 46), but he’s also chatting to loads of younger women. I have no idea if he’s seeing anyone, but I’m furious and feel devastated. We’ve been married for five years and we have a four-year-old son. I don’t know what to do – catch him red-handed on the app to have the proof, or confront him outright? Name and address withheld A At some point, you’ll have to confront him and it’s probably better for you to bring it up sooner, rather than later. However, the real question is what do…

‘I willed Pixie to be all right but all I could see was this little bundle in a plastic bag’ Staring at my daughter, her tiny features perfectly formed, her body no bigger than my hand, I felt I could look at her forever. Covered in what seemed like hundreds of wires flowing into a dozen machines, a minuscule mask over her lips, my little Pixie was so beautiful. It was 12 May 2015 and Pixie was just one day old and 1lb 1oz. It was the first time I’d seen her since the emergency C-section 24 hours earlier. Pixie had been born far too early, at just 28 weeks. ‘She’s very poorly,’ the doctor told me after the operation. ‘She may not survive.’ Those words had broken my heart.…

Tracey’s vitals Before: 29st 6lb After: 11st 13lb Height: 5ft 5in Moment I… reached breaking point While my husband, Jason, walked along the beach in Skegness with my two youngest children in 2014, I sat and watched from a bench. Our holiday should have been a chance to make memories together – instead I felt imprisoned within my own body. I’d spent most of the week in our caravan, not even able to join my family for a stroll to the shops because pain would shoot from my knees to my swollen ankles with every step. My weight problems had started with my first baby, Jodie. I’d gone up five dress sizes by the time she was born, and I got bigger with the next three pregnancies. Now I was…

Spoke too soon! Clearly this sign was just wishful thinking… Road to nowhere This driver really should have taken their own advice. Not such a good dog That was money well spent… That’s magic This spray really does work! Fired up Well, now what do we do? Oh, the irony! Literally a row of Domino’s… Snap! The film might be Unbreakable, but it seems the DVD is not. Insightful… or an oversight? They had to know what they were doing with this one, surely!…

When you apply for credit, you usually give the provider permission to check your credit report. Here’s what you need to know. WHAT ARE THEY? Credit reports are compiled by credit reference agencies using information about how well you manage credit and make payments. The main CRAs are Experian, Equifax and Callcredit and they each hold a file, containing information – including a list of your credit accounts and whether you have made repayments on time and in full. Items such as missed payments will stay on there for at least six years. DON’T PAY CRAs have a statutory obligation to give you a copy of your credit report for £2. But you don’t need to shell out – Clearscore (clearscore.com) gives you access to your Equifax report for free.…

Honestly, I’d never been much of a bingo player, and neither had my husband, Roy. It was friends of ours who first told us about playing bingo online, and how much fun the games were on Woman’s Own Bingo. They talked about all the different games you could choose from, their favourites, the huge jackpots and how entertaining they found the many chat rooms. Then in August 2015, a large group of us all booked a cruise together around the Mediterranean. It was a dream trip, one we’d always talked about doing. Sitting around the dinner table one night, we were chatting and sharing stories, when our friends said they’d had a big win recently on the bingo. It’s fun ‘Oh, that’s fantastic,’ I said. ‘If you don’t mind me…

Ripper Street and Robin Hood star Jonas Armstrong tells us what it’s like to be back on television playing Menelaus, King of Sparta, in the BBC1 eight-part epic Troy: Fall of a City… The role of Menelaus is very physical. Did you have to get into shape? Yes, there were a lot of boring hours spent in the gym! But he has to inspire his men in battle, so it was necessary. He launches a war on Troy because Trojan prince Paris is now with his wife Helen. He’s big on revenge, isn’t he? Yes, he’s taken over by it. He invited Paris to Sparta to set up a marriage with his daughter, and then his wife ends up running away with him. So the war is about pride more…

When Bethany returns to work at the lap-dancing club, she has a flashback to Nathan, her abuser, and lashes out. Actress Lucy Fallon reveals all… The club is under new management when Bethany returns – how has it changed? The girls are wearing much skimpier outfits, and the manager wants her to wear a bikini. Bethany wants to call the shots, but she gets the sense that it might not be like it was when Lulu was running it. Explain what happens when she ‘sees’ Nathan… The new owner makes her dance for a group of men on a stag night. They are very hands-on, and no-one tells them to stop. The stag starts getting really close, and Bethany has a flashback to when she was with Nathan and his…

1 Benidorm ITV Wedding bells are ringing in Benidorm as a new series kicks off. Joyce (Sherrie Hewson) is at long last getting married to Monty (John Challis). With Mateo as best man and Les/Lesley as bridesmaid, what could possibly go wrong? Yes – everything! 2 Shakespeare & Hathaway BBC1 This daytime series stars Mark Benton as private investigator Frank Hathaway, and Jo Joyner as his sidekick Lu Shakespeare. Their cases include affairs, stalkers and murderous magicians… 3 Strike: Career of Evil BBC1 Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger return as Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott for the third story in the series. When a severed leg is sent to Strike’s office, it forces him to confront his past. 4 This Country BBC3…