Innholdsfortegnelse for 14-May-2018 i Woman's Own

George Clooney The world was pretty shocked when longtime bachelor George Clooney met human-rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin, the woman who finally convinced him to settle down and get engaged. Now, George, 57, and Amal, 40, are happily married and are parents to 11-month-old twins, Ella and Alexander. Ronnie Wood The Rolling Stones guitarist is three decades older than his third wife, Sally Wood. Ronnie has even admitted that she has been mistaken for his daughter on occasions. Despite this, Ronnie, 70, and Sally, 40, have twin one-year-olds, Gracie Jane and Alice Rose, together. Jason Statham The age gap doesn’t faze Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, 31, and her ‘bit of rough’, Jason Statham, 50. The couple got engaged in 2016 and became parents to their son, Jack, in June last year. Paul Hollywood…

Navy lines Make a statement with this blue-and-white striped skirt. £18, sizes 10-32, Simply Be Slide in Get the designer look for a lot less. £19.99, Deichmann Bling, bling Put a ring on it with a four-rock beauty! £19, Accessorize Moroccan moments Turn your garden into a dreamy destination after dark. £16, Sainsbury’s Small change Stash your cash in a super-cute, dog-print purse. £4.99, studio.co.uk Shirting around A classic shirt is always a wardrobe staple. £14, sizes 8-20, Matalan Bardot-style beauty Outshine the host of any party in this fancy frock – the colour is totally on-trend, too. £20, sizes 8-20, Matalan Blush crush A make-up bag essential. Rimmel Kate Blush Palette, £6.99, feelunique.com Bags of fun Shimmy down to the beach looking truly chic. £8, Primark Faux business Always…

Pot of joy It’s not just your skin the Lush Charity Pot Hand and Body Lotion, £3.75, works wonders for. All the price (minus taxes) goes to supporting grassroots organisations that couldn’t survive without help. Lather up Thousands of children go blind because they’re not getting enough vitamin A. One bar of L’Occitane supports UNICEF Solidarity Soap, £4, will pay for vitamin A supplements for three children for a year – and keep your skin nourished. Hair hero Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk, £9, is helping to change the world one tree at a time. It is planting 10,000 trees a year in Africa’s Sahel region, helping to provide food and jobs for local people. Helping hand 2018 marks 10 years since Neal’s Yard became the first carbon neutral…

Have I harmed my baby? Q I have just discovered that I am pregnant, I think I am about six weeks. We weren’t trying for a baby and I went on a friend’s hen weekend a couple of weeks ago, so was drinking alcohol. I have given up all alcohol now but will I have done any harm to my baby? I am so worried. Jenny, Bristol A Please don’t be. At least one in four pregnancies are unplanned so you are not on your own. Lots of women will have had a few drinks before they knew they were pregnant. We used to say that it was OK to have one or two drinks a week when pregnant but recommendations changed a while back, and we now advise women…

‘I DON’T LIKE DUSTING’ CECILY, 13: I thought mum had gone mad when she told us about this challenge but it has actually been quite fun and she has been really happy. I had no idea how much she was doing. Now I’ve discovered that I like polishing shoes because it’s quite arty. I don’t like dusting but cleaning the car was surprisingly enjoyable and it looked really good by the time we’d finished. I’ve also discovered that I love cooking, which I’d never done before. I made towers out of smoked salmon, avocado, mozzarella and rice – I invented it and it was a cool feeling. ‘I’M PROBABLY A BETTER PERSON NOW’ ROBERT, 11: When you’re busy doing things you don’t realise the mess you’re making until you go…

As I made my way down the aisle, I smiled at the oohs and ahs coming from my friends and family. I knew they weren’t just admiring my dress. You see, beside me was a four-legged fluff ball – my dog, Ethan. I know, you’re probably thinking what a sweet idea – having your dog walk you down the aisle – but it was much more than that. I owe Ethan my life. When I was at school, I was the girl who did everything. I sang in the choir, and danced at after-school clubs. ‘You never sit still!’ my mum Jo would joke. But then everything changed when I fell ill with a virus in 2005, aged 17. My glands were swollen, I had terrible headaches and felt exhausted.…

‘I was determined to show everyone I could do it right’ Kirstie Thompson, 24, lives in Ilminster, Somerset, with husband Carl, 29, and children Danny-Jay, seven, Ruby, four, and Ebony, two. I was a tearaway teen before I had Danny-Jay. I was partying and drinking under-age. When I realised I was pregnant at 16, I was shocked but there was never any discussion about terminating the pregnancy. The moment I held DJ was the moment I changed from reprobate to responsible mum. I lived at home with my parents for a few months after giving birth, but I was determined to show everyone I could do it right. I took responsibility for everything and kept up my school work. I may have put off starting a job but the experience…

Book The Lost Girl by Carol Drinkwater, Penguin, paperback, £7.99 Ever since her teenage daughter Lizzie went missing four years ago, Kurtiz Ross has retreated into a life of isolation, only for a sudden sighting in Paris to inspire a desperate search. Before long, the city is plunged into terror and Kurtiz joins forces with a sympathetic stranger, whose own story of love and loss in post-war France illuminates many things in the quest to find Lizzie. This mesmerising tale demonstrates the timelessness and strength of a mother’s love. Film Life of the Party Out 11 May Ever since she scooped up the puppies in Bridesmaids , Melissa McCarthy has been an irrepressible force of comic mayhem on screen. What will she…

Emma Willis Mum-of-three Emma, whose parents both worked in hospitals, joins a maternity ward midwifery team for the six-part series Emma Willis: Delivering Babies on W. How will the Voice UK presenter get on? Dan Walker Breakfast host Dan Walker presents new BBC1 game show Chase the Case , in which players are given cases containing a secret amount of cash and use their wits to win the case with the most money inside. Kate Beckinsale The star plays a woman whose husband is reported dead after a jungle plane crash. The Widow , on ITV and Amazon Prime, follows her search for the truth.…

Send in your pics & win We’d love to see your favourite photos. It could be a snap of your dog, a precious baby, your family, or even just one of yourself. If we feature your photo, you will win £25. Write, tweet or Facebook us at the addresses below. RANT OF THE WEEK I’ve come to the decision that the worst type of people are pole hoggers – the ones on trains and buses who lean their entire body along the poles that are meant to be for everyone to hold on to. Yes, I know it’s more comfortable to rest against it, but please spare a thought for the rest of us who are falling around because of your selfishness. I can’t stand it! Sarah Arthur YOU…

‘She needs some R&R – and fast’ Going through a divorce is a difficult time for any family, but when you’re in the spotlight, it’s bound to be even tougher. So with recent reports saying that Davina McCall is willing to shell out £2.5 million for a ‘quickie’ divorce from husband of 17 years Matthew Robertson – claims she labelled as ‘rubbish’ – it’s unsurprising she’s feeling the strain. ‘Davina knows that she’s putting a lot of stress on herself, especially because she’s so desperate to keep things as normal as possible for the kids,’ our source explains. But we understand that, with the added pressure, the busy mum-of-three often skips meals, which is resulting in the star looking much slimmer – something that was terrifyingly clear in a recent…

Kissing my partner, David, goodbye as he was wheeled into the operating theatre, I watched as the doors closed. ‘He’ll be fine,’ the nurse said. She was trying to calm me, but there really was no need. Far from being worried, I was excited David was going under the knife. After two kids, I’d been pleading with him to have a vasectomy – so I’d never have to worry about baby weight again. I know, you’re probably thinking I sound awful. How vain could someone be to force their partner to have life-changing surgery? But before you judge me, you need to understand the full story… When I met my David, then 35, in August 2012, I was training to be a beauty therapist. A size 12, I was happy…

BOTOX IN A BOTTLE MSN reported that according to Michelle Obama’s make-up artist Carl Ray, the Duchess of Cambridge recommended Biotulin Supreme Skin Gel, £45 (amazon.co.uk) to the former First Lady. It works by relaxing the little muscle contractions in your face with an extract of spilanthol (used as a local anaesthetic) to give one of the best Botox-like effects you are likely to get topically. OIL ENVY Kate is said to be a fan of Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil, £19.50, and it’s a cult favourite among beauty editors, too. It has a lightweight, non-greasy formula and is packed with an array of omegas, antioxidants and essential fatty acids to nourish your skin and protect it from the effects of pollution. Get a glow Kate’s make-up artist Arabella Preston…

Tweet @RebeccaGMedia or email womansown@timeinc.com IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS WEEK... EAT OUT FOR LESS You can make dining out even cheaper by being savvy about how you reserve a table. TopCashback is offering £2.78 to customers who use its site to book a restaurant online with Quandoo. You can choose from a range of top eateries, including Côte restaurants around the UK, and London’s Burger & Lobster. It means you can get a discount on your meal before you even sit down to eat! The money is payable to customers as cashback. T&Cs apply. Visit topcashback.co.uk for more info. DEAL OF THE WEEK Smell sweeter for less at The Perfume Shop, where you’ll find Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream Twinkle 50ml EDT for just £29.99 (was £55).…

Cajun salmon wraps Serves: 4 Spicy fish plus zesty salads – super healthy and full of good omega-3 fatty acids. You will need: • 1-2tbsp Cajun spice mix, depending how spicy you like it!• ½tbsp oil• 500g whole salmon fillet, skinned FOR THE TOMATO SALSA • 300g tomatoes, seeds removed, finely chopped • 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped• 1 red chilli, deseeded, finely chopped• 1 small red pepper, deseeded, finely chopped• Handful of flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped• Small handful coriander, finely chopped• Good squeeze of lime juice• 1½tbsp extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil FOR THE BEAN SALAD • 400g can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed• 2 avocados, stoned, peeled and sliced• Juice of 1 lime• 4 tortilla wraps How to do it: 1 Heat the…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr If you were born mid-April, life has felt rackety lately. Plus, after the big changes of the past, unexpected developments slow down and you can relax. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Can you feel the wind of change whistling in your ear? April-born bulls especially will feel it. There’s no avoiding this but it helps to think about what you’d like to alter. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Whether or not you see yourself as creative, you’re on fire with bright ideas. It’s a great influence for fun but also means you can think outside the box with advice too. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul Your ruler the moon in argumentative Aries this weekend combines with other influences to make everyone…

‘She was more tired than when her kids were little’ Kate Garraway turned heads when she stepped onto the red carpet recently, looking noticeably slimmer she has done in the past. And Woman’s Own can exclusively reveal that Kate’s trimmer frame is all down to an impressive two stone weight loss. Personal trainer and nutritional expert Laurel Alper has revealed that Kate’s transformation is down to her burning fat from her stomach. ‘It looks to me as though Kate has lost between one and a half and two stone,’ Laurel says. ‘For Kate, you can see she has definitely lost a lot of fat cells from around her middle. She is clearly not someone who puts it on her bum and legs as much as she…

Kristin Scott Thomas, 57 Actress Kristin looks every inch the starlet in her stunning Dior gown. Her pixie crop is the perfect length, as it makes the most of that plunging neckline. Katie Piper, 34 The sequin frill adds a fun twist to Katie’s black Hasan Hejazi dress. We love how she’s broken up the monochrome with a fashion-forward slick of turquoise eyeliner. Christine Lampard, 39 TV presenter Christine is giving us serious wardrobe (and tan!) envy wearing this Karen Millen dress. The contrasting panels make her waist look tiny. Gaby Roslin, 53 So simple and so effective.TV presenter Gaby goes for a half-and-half gown on the red carpet. Black nails, bag and tassel earrings add the final touches. Kimberley Walsh, 36 Looking incredible on a high-street budget – we…

I’ve ruined his life I know many people reading this will think it serves me right. Two years ago I had an affair and ended up leaving my husband and son. I regretted it but my husband refused to forgive me and we ended up divorced. The problem is my son. We used to be so close but now I see him once a week (this is all he wants), but it’s strained and it breaks my heart that I’ve made him so sad. My ex and I do everything we can to support him but nothing is working. Name and address withheld AA family breakdown is always painful for children, so it’s good that your ex and you are on the same page and trying to help your son.…

1 Caffeine fix Do you find yourself regularly grabbing a takeaway coffee on your morning journey to work? Rather than forking out a couple of pounds per cup, buy a small cafetiere instead and make your own delicious coffee when you arrive – you’ll save a fortune. 2 Keep cool As the weather starts to get warmer, don’t be tempted to turn on your car’s air-conditioning. It actually uses up more of your vehicle’s fuel – so just open the window and let the wind blow in. Save the air con for the stickiest of days. 3 Make an appeal Receiving a parking ticket can be a nasty surprise, but if you have a valid reason why you believe it has been unfairly given, you should definitely appeal. Many councils…

Asda Low Fat Coconut Milk LIGHTER CAULIFLOWER CURRY Serves 2 Fry 1 sliced red onion in a few squirts of Frylight and 1tbsp water for 10 mins until softened. Add 1tbsp garam masala, ½tsp chilli powder, ½tsp black mustard seeds and ½tsp turmeric and cook for a few mins. Add 200g can chopped tomatoes, 150ml low fat coconut milk, florets of half a caulifower, a pinch of salt and pepper and 200ml water. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 20 mins. Meanwhile, cook 120g basmati rice according to packet, then add the juice of a lemon. Serve with the curry and sprinkle fresh coriander on top. MEAT YOUR MATCH This sausage snack is a nostalgic lunchbox favourite. With each limited-edition pack, Pepperami fans are entitled to two-for-one entry to…

My love for bingo began about eight years ago, when my daughter Debra, 43, suggested we head over to the local bingo hall. ‘Why not?’ I thought. There wasn’t much to watch on TV that night. We had a fantastic time. The buzz of the room was amazing, and I loved how everybody chatted to each other. After that, bingo night became a regular thing. But as the years passed and it became harder for me to get out, we went less and less. Finally, by the winter of 2009, we didn’t go at all. But I missed it. So when I came across an advert for Woman’s Own Bingo in November 2010, I decided to sign up. I’m not the quickest at using computers, but it was so easy to…

‘I have a really good feeling about this year!’ The UK’s Eurovision hopeful SuRie has the weight of a nation on her shoulders… It’s been 21 years since the UK last won the Eurovision Song Contest, but on 12 May singer SuRie is hoping for a shock UK victory with her catchy anthem Storm. ‘I have a really good feeling about this year,’ says the 29-year-old. ‘I’m just going to focus on my performance, doing myself proud and then hopefully that will translate into making everyone else proud!’ The final is broadcast live from Lisbon, Portugal, with commentary once again from Graham Norton, and with Mel Giedroyc announcing the UK’s televote result from London. SuRie is no stranger to Eurovision – she was a backing singer…

1. The BAFTA TV Awards, BBC1 BAFTA rolls out the red carpet for the stars of TV as Sue Perkins hosts once again – a woman guaranteed to have a firm hand on a titter or two. Soggy bottoms among nominees on a knife edge guarantee a memorable night! 2. Patrick Melrose, Sky Atlantic A dream role for Benedict Cumberbatch as he brings to life the books of Edward St Aubyn about an aristocrat riddled with demons from his childhood and battling with substance abuse. Think Downton Abbey meets Trainspotting. 3. The Windsors, C4 A Royal wedding one-off special of the comedy that spoofs life behind the closed doors of the House of Windsor. Given that this is the show that once depicted the Duchess of Cambridge catching Ebola, Prince…