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Rochelle and Marvin Humes have teamed up for their very own game show starting on BBC1 this Saturday night. The Hit List , hosted by the husband-and-wife duo, promises to be an addictive music quiz that viewers can’t help singing along to. Speaking about working together, Rochelle said, ‘The fact it’s a format based on our love of music makes it all the more rewarding.’ Marvin added, ‘We frequently put each other’s knowledge to the test at home, so we cannot wait to see how the contestants get on.’ Each week, for the next six weeks, three couples will compete for a chance to win £10,000 and all they have to do is name the song and the artist – simple! How many will you get right? Get six issues…

With his love of beer, cigarettes and living life to excess, the idea that Simon Cowell would announce he had quit it all to become a vegan would have been absurd. But after a terrible fall left him hospitalised in October 2017, and with his 60th birthday coming up this autumn, Simon has given his life an overhaul and ditched almost all of his vices. The X Factor chief, who said he ‘lived like a vampire’, by working through the night until 8am, says his dramatic lifestyle change began after he discovered he had ‘every food allergy going’. ‘A friend of mine, who is a doctor, recommended speaking to an expert, and I did it on a whim,’ he explained. ‘I cut out a lot of the stuff I shouldn’t…

Is ex-drug baron Will an out-and-out villain? No, everything he does is borne out of his love for Harriet. He thought, with his daughter Dawn, that they were a solid family. They were together for five years when she was an undercover policeman before she turned him in for drug dealing. That’s the time you see red and want your revenge. He’s had enough time to stew in prison… ‘You see red and want your revenge’ Over and over. He was betrayed by the woman he loved. I think she had love for him but was torn between keeping quiet and doing her duty as a copper. Now he’s back in her orbit, will the lines be blurred again? Initially he’s blinkered and while he’s guilty of terrifying her, he…

Helen George, 34, The Call the Midwife actress gives stripes a fun update with a figure-hugging dress and quirky heart-shaped bag around her middle. Charlotte Hawkins, 44 Ready for summer, Charlotte’s deck chair-inspired frock looks great with statement heels. Holly Willoughby, 38 Pleated skirts are here to stay and style guru Holly gives us a masterclass in how to wear them, teaming hers with a simple knit and nude court shoes. Kate Garraway, 52 When wearing multi-stripes, it’s best to keep accessories minimal just like Kate has done here. Alesha Dixon, 40, With the flared trousers and bold colour, this outfit definitely makes a daring statement, but the BGT judge pulls it off. Wear it YOUR WAY…

Cocooned in the semi-darkness, I stroked my daughter’s blonde hair, as she lay in my arms on the back seat of our family car. Wearing her pink pyjamas, and wrapped in her favourite Disney blanket, Olivia, five, looked so peaceful. It was the early hours of the morning in June 2018 and the dimly lit streets were deserted as my husband, Tony, then 41, drove onwards in silence, while my older daughter, Eva, 10, sat in the passenger seat. It was Olivia’s sixth birthday that August, but there would be no cake, or party, for my little girl. Wiping away my tears, I realised I’d never hear her cheeky laugh, see her beautiful smile or watch her dance again. I wasn’t sure how I’d be able to say goodbye. Just…

Is this man just being friendly? Q I’m confused by the way one of the managers at my new office treats me. He hugs me very closely and I don’t like it. I’m afraid to say anything because I’m not sure whether I’m overreacting, so I laugh it off but I feel very stressed whenever he’s near me. What should I do? Jo, 29, Nottingham. A Your gut reaction is a good indicator that what’s happening isn’t right. What you are experiencing is sexual harassment (any unwanted touching or verbal behaviour that makes you feel intimidated). The next time this man tries to hug you, say ‘Stop’ and push him away. If you feel unable to make a stand, ask your HR department to intervene. Remember all workers are protected…

How would you rate your health? More than half of Brits give themselves a score of seven or above out of 10, with 10 being ‘very healthy’**. Yet the same research revealed that millions of us could have health issues we’re unaware of, which is why knowing your numbers is essential. ‘Certain measurements and readings, such as your blood pressure, can give a clear perspective of your health and serve as benchmarks,’ says pharmacist Abbas Kanani (chemistclick. co.uk). ‘These numbers also help motivate people to take steps to try and improve it.’ Here’s what you need to do… Two flights If you can’t run up two flights of stairs without having to stop or without experiencing an extreme shortness of breath, it’s a sign that your lungs are suffering some…

According to the Mental Health Foundation, 74% of UK adults have been so stressed at some point over the last year they felt overwhelmed or unable to cope. However, our diets are key for helping mind and body take on high-pressure situations. Read on for a few helpful diet hints to help stress-proof your day… Eggs for breakfast ‘Many breakfast cereals are high in sugar and while they may give a quick boost, the effects are short-lived,’ says Rob. ‘Eggs are a good source of protein and micro-nutrients associated with the nervous system to help with stress.’ Get your fibre fix ‘Fibre is important to help maintain blood sugar levels by slowing down the release of glucose and reducing the amount of insulin secreted,’ says Rob. ‘Complex carbs such as…

‘I try to hide it because I fear being called an attention seeker’ Caroline Bailey, 47, a mum of three, lives in Cheshire with her husband Mike, 61, and their three children aged 23, 19 and 14. She was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in her forties. I always knew that there was something wrong with me. As a child, I’d always sprain my fingers playing netball, would tire easily and didn’t sleep well. From 14, I had heavy periods and was diagnosed with endometriosis, a chronic condition that occurs when tissue that usually lines the uterus is found outside of it. I later discovered that this can be associated with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a debilitating condition which affects connective tissue in the body, such as skin and tendons. I…

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Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr You absolutely have to take people’s feelings into account now. But as long as you do, you can work miracles, and your relationships could move up to a whole new level. Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Matters of love came to a head last weekend, so what do you do with what you’ve learned? With Venus on your side, you can transform the way you relate to each other. Gemini 21 May – 20 Jun Your birthday month starts off with a bang. The sun and your ruler Mercury are helping you to sort out tricky issues and also have a hell of a good time. Enjoy it. Cancer 21 Jun – 22 Jul How do you assert yourself when you need to?…

Emma Willis: Meet The Babies, W Emma catches up with the parents and babies she met in Delivering Babies, the series which saw her working on a busy maternity ward in Essex. Britain’s Greatest Comedians, Gold From a viewers’ shortlist, a panel of experts decide who’s the funniest in this one-off special. The contenders include Tommy Cooper, Dawn French and Peter Kay. Radio 1’s Big Weekend, BBC1, BBC2, BBC iPlayer Little Mix are among those performing at the music event, which is shown live and on demand on BBC iPlayer.…

1 Springwatch, BBC2 Escape to the The Dell of Abernethy situated within the stunning Cairngorms National Park with presenters Gillian, Michaela and Chris, as spring blooms once again and the wildlife emerges blinking into the sun. Glass of rosé optional. 2 Good Omens, Amazon Prime Video A stellar cast, including David Tennant, Michael Sheen, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jon Hamm and Miranda Richardson, headline this tale of an angel and a demon teaming up to sabotage the end of the world in 2019. It’s also coming to BBC2 later this year. 3 Coronation Street, ITV Riddled with guilt over Rana’s death, the darkest chapter in Carla’s life dawns in this unmissable episode focusing entirely on Carla’s psychosis after she refuses her medication.…

Phil ‘My prostitute past’ Phillip Schofield is a household name, thanks to his job hosting This Morning alongside Holly Willoughby. And, having risen to fame as a children’s TV presenter, he’s carved himself a squeaky clean image. But the silver fox’s secret wild side has been revealed in an unearthed interview, dating back to 2013, where he recalled his party animal ways. ‘I was a lad,’ said Phil, 57. ‘We partied a bit, but I didn’t hide anything. It’s just that nobody bothered to look in the right place. By the way, when I say partying, my weakness has always been booze. I never got much into drugs, because I wasn’t very good at it.’ ‘We drank vodka with hookers’ Phil also spilled how one boozy London lunch ended up…

So, happy two-week birthday to baby Archie. A child who appears to be half blanket, half human, with a name straight out of TOWIE . It was a strong message that you don’t just ping back to a size eight’ He’s not, obviously. He’s actually one of the most privileged nippers in the country, with parents who are clearly besotted with him. I only wish Meghan and Harry were a bit more besotted with their fans and well-wishers, too. I get that Megs wants to break with a few stuffy royal traditions, but she’s got to remember who pays her wages. She’s not an American actress who can grandly declare we all respect her privacy (while launching an Instagram account); she’s a member of the royal family, which is mostly…

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Should he be a guinea pig for drug? Q My son was involved in a car accident five years ago. He was in a coma for three weeks and has been left with severe epilepsy, which the specialists are finding difficult to control. His neurologist has suggested he enrol in a clinical trial for a new drug, but I’m anxious about him being a guinea pig. What do you think? A Actually, patients that take part in clinical trials tend to have better outcomes than those that don’t, even if they are taking the dummy drug (placebo). It can be quite a commitment in terms of appointments, but my advice would be to accept the offer. Meds are wrecking my toilet habits QI broke my leg and injured my wrist…

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Janine Lewis, 54, from Berkshire ‘When I was 40 I was diagnosed with high blood pressure. It was sky high at 190/120, but I’d had no idea and it was a shock. I was eventually told I had chronic hypertension and was advised to stick to moderate exercise and a healthy diet. Now my blood pressure is a healthy 115/70. I check it twice a day. When I was diagnosed, I was a ticking time bomb. By knowing my numbers, I’ve been given a second chance. I feel very lucky.’ • Blood Pressure UK’s Know Your Numbers! Week is 9-15 September. There will be free Pressure Stations across the UK to get yourself checked. To find out more, visit bloodpressureuk.org.…

As I call upstairs to my children, I can hear the thumping of tiptoes as they run around getting their things together. ‘Come on, we need to get to ballet,’ I say, to which they both suddenly appear at the top of the stairs with their bags. But I’m not taking my five-year-old daughter, Matilda, to her class while her brother, Sam, eight, sits on the side and watches. Sam has his own ballet lesson to attend and just like his sister, he can’t wait. ‘Sam gets to burn loads of energy jumping around’ I’ll admit it’s fairly unusual for a boy to be interested in ballet, but my husband Matt, 37, and I have been trying to teach our children that their gender shouldn’t stop them doing anything they…

Iced berry cheesecake Serves: 12 Take a basic tub to the next level with this dazzling berry blitz. You will need ✽ 200g shortbread, crushed ✽ 75g butter ✽ 125g frozen blackcurrants ✽ 2tbsp caster sugar ✽ 280g tub cream cheese ✽ 500g tub blueberry and vanilla ice cream For the topping ✽ 200g frozen blackcurrants ✽ 30g caster sugar ✽ 2tbsp crème de cassis ✽ 4tbsp redcurrant jelly ✽ 20cm springform tin, greased and lined How to do it 1 Blitz all the shortbread in a food processor until finely crushed. Melt the butter in a microwave on High for 1 min and pour over the shortbread. Blitz to combine, then press the mixture into the base of the springform tin. 2 Clean the food processor. Add the blackcurrants…

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Book The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary, £12.99, hardback, Quercus Tiffy is searching for a room, and Leon needs extra cash. The solution? To share a flat – but Tiffy and Leon have never met. With one working days and the other on night shifts, they continually miss each other, communicating only by notes left around the flat. With ex-boyfriends, demanding clients and wrongly imprisoned brothers, there are some heavy subjects, yet it leaves you feeling utterly joyful. A unique premise and a fantastic debut. Film Aladdin Out 22 May Disney gives the magic lamp another rub with Guy Ritchie’s live-action remake of the classic adventure. A startlingly blue Will Smith plays the Genie (voiced by Robin Williams in the 1992 animated hit), and Mena Massoud is Aladdin, the ducking-and-diving street…

Caroline Flack The presenter will welcome another bunch of singles to spend the summer in the villa in sun-soaked Majorca when Love Island returns to ITV2 for another series. Chris O’Dowd In BBC2 drama State of the Union, the Bridesmaids actor plays Tom, whose weekly therapy sessions with his wife Louise (Rosamund Pike) expose the highs and lows of marriage. Emily Atack The I’m a Celebrity star will be giving her funny and candid take on subjects such as dating, body image and parenthood for W’s new four-part documentary Emily Atack: Adulting.…

It’s not always easy to stay friends after a split, but according to Susanna Reid, that’s exactly what she and recent ex, part-owner and chairman of Crystal Palace football club Steve Parish, have managed to do. Snapped watching a game, the pair looked no different to previous weeks, but something had changed, with the presenter later admitting they’d called time on their relationship. ‘You’d expect one of two extremes: frosty or smiling’ Despite the break-up, the duo could be seen cosying up and chatting. And body-language expert Judi James tells us, ‘It’s rare for body language to remain the same. When a relationship has been intense and loving, you’d expect one of two extremes: either a frosty-looking ‘ignore’ or over-congruent smiling, but Susanna and Steve’s body language looks almost…

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Young’s Seafood Chip Shop 2 XL Cod Fillets (Tesco) CRISPY CHIP SHOP COD FILLET WRAP Serves: 4 You will need: ✽ 2 Packs of Young’s 2 XL Chip Shop Cod Fillets ✽ 1 Pack of soft flour tortilla wraps ✽ 1 Pack of mixed leaves ✽ Handful of radishes thinly sliced ✽ Handful of cherry tomatoes quartered ✽ Red chilli thinly sliced (optional) How to do it 1 Cook the cod fillets on a wire rack over a deep baking tray – according to the instructions on the pack. 2 Prepare all of the salad ingredients, ready to create the wraps. 3 Once cooked, roughly slice the cod fillets into pieces. 4 Get the family involved in creating their own wraps, choosing their salad and adding in the pieces of…