Innholdsfortegnelse for Monday, May 1, 2023 i Woman's Own

Whether you are a royal fan or not, there’s no denying that the coronation of King Charles III is going to be a momentous occasion, and in this issue we’ve got 17 pages to celebrate our new monarch. On p52 there’s a feast fit for a king (those doorstep sandwiches are SO good, and I know plenty of people who’ll go mad for those Scotch-egg sausage rolls!). Test your knowledge on p46 with our royal quiz, and on p62 there’s all you need to know about hosting your own street party. The late Queen Elizabeth II’s jubilee brought the country together – so here’s hoping King Charles’ coronation will do the same! Enjoy, and have a great week! The Woman’s Own Look Younger Special is on saleNOW! Join us online…

It’s been a little over two years since Saira Khan made the decision to walk out of Loose Women and while the star has been pretty outspoken about not being friends with all ex-colleagues, it seems there are a few she misses. Saira, 52, tells Woman’s Own, ‘I miss being on live TV, I love the buzz and the fact you have a live audience. I miss seeing some of my friends like Coleen and Ruth who I worked with a lot – but I don’t miss the early wake-up calls!’ The star, who lives in Oxford with her husband Steve Hyde and their two children Zach and Amara, has since been focusing on her social media work, brand partnerships and her new venture, a skincare line called SairaSkin. Saira…

Columnist ONE LAST LIST The late, great Bowelbabe, Dame Deborah James, not only raised awareness of the bowel cancer that took her life last year, she also raised millions of pounds for research. A true inspiration of a woman, Deborah worked until the day she died to ensure no one ever stuck their head in the sand about this awful illness. She’s one of the reasons most of us have been asked by the NHS to send a little poo in a box to get tested this year. She faced up to her fate not just with fierce determination to help others, but with immaculate make-up, gorgeously groomed hair and perfect outfits. Oh, and an amazing sense of humour. As well as memory boxes for her two young children, she…

With the cost of living crisis raging on, we’re all looking for ways to cut down on spending. From swapping to cheaper grocery shops and forgoing takeaways and meals out, to keeping a watchful eye on our heating and water bills. But it seems our adult kids may have it even worse than us, if they have children of their own. With the cost of childcare rising, and the average full-time care for under-twos costing £263 per week, it’s not something that can simply be removed from a budget. According to a new report, 23% of parents have been forced to quit work or study to avoid childcare costs. AWKWARD SUBJECT So it’s no surprise that 40% of grandparents over 50 have provided regular childcare for their grandchildren. But should…

WILL SLEEPING PILLS HELP? Q I lost my husband suddenly a few weeks ago. My GP has been very supportive and gave me some sleeping tablets. I’m hardly sleeping, but I am very scared of sleeping pills. I remember my mother being addicted to them when I was a teenager, and she had a terrible time trying to stop them. What do you think? A Sleeping pills are highly addictive but, if used correctly, they are safe. They are only actually licensed for short-term use, and your circumstance is exactly where they are very useful. My advice would be to take them occasionally, but try to avoid taking them every night. That way you will get some much-needed sleep, but won’t become addicted. Is my heart OK? Q I’m 52,…

Shower time Some gel body washes can be incredibly drying on the skin, stripping it of its natural oils, but this Sundae Whipped Shower Foam, £12.99, sundaebody.co.uk, has a mousse-like texture that helps restore the skin barrier and leaves your skin feeling cleansed but comfortable, rather than ‘squeaky clean’. Choose from a whole range of yummy fragrances. The bottle looks fun in your shower, too. Beat blemishes Formulated with purifying charcoal to help rid the skin of spot-causing impurities, Frank Body Charcoal Body Scrub + Mask, £12, frankbody.com, is a two-in-one body scrub and mask that’s amazing for rough, spotty or blemished skin. Strictly for the body (it’s far too abrasive for the face), we recommend using on problem areas like bottoms, backs, knees, elbows and even your feet. Dry…

‘I’m glad that we could share our passion with him’ Jo Cadogan, 52, is a therapies assistant at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. King Charles has regularly visited the Sue Ryder hospice where I work, of which he was a patron for over 30 years. Some people think of a hospice as a depressing environment, a place which is all about death and grief. But, in fact, it can be an incredibly uplifting setting and a place of positivity, and we do our absolute best to ensure our patients live the best possible lives they can. Not a day goes by without smiling faces, and our patients’ and staff’s joy rocketed when Charles walked through the door. ‘HE WAS INVESTED IN THE STORIES WE TOLD’ EXCITEMENT When we were told…

WERE YOU RIGHT? We find out if you really can tell someone’s age from just their legs… ‘I was always happy to show them off’ Carole Railton, 72, is a body language expert and lives in Hackney, east London. At 5ft 7in, I’m quite tall and my legs are very long. All my life people have commented on how great they look. I grew up in the 1960s, so wore a lot of knee-high boots and short skirts. ACTIVE LIFESTYLE That era was great for me and I was always happy to show them off. Even now, I often wear short skirts with tights to accentuate my long legs. Being a body language expert, how I portray myself and what I do with my body is important to me. I’ve…

CLUES & ARROWS Fill in the clues in the direction of the arrows Sudoku To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Wordsearch Simon Fuller, who managed the Spice Girls and created the TV show Pop Idol, was born on which island? The answer is the one missing from the grid. BAHRAINBARBADOSBRITAINCUBACYPRUSFIJIGRENADAHAITI ICELANDIRELANDJAMAICAJAPANMALTASAMOATONGA CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 Adam _, played Kylo Ren in three Star Wars films (6)4 Disadvantage (8) 10 Great whirlpool (9)11 Involving sound (5)12 Baby beds (5)13 At which (9)14 Permitted (7)16 Group of players (4)19 Jared _, Oscar winner for Dallas Buyers Club (4)21 Cleopatra’s Needle in London, for example (7)24 Vegetable plot (9) 25 Board a bus, train, etc (3,2)26 Genre which often…

Film THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Out in cinemas 28 April Based on the bestselling book, this weepie follows the long walk of OAP Harold Fry (Jim Broadbent) as he decides to hike from Bristol to Berwick-on-Tweed to give his cancer-suffering friend hope. Penelope Wilton co-stars as Harold’s despairing wife. Music JESSIE WARE That! Feels Good! (PMR/EMI) 28 April Following her collaboration with pop princess Kylie Minogue, English singer-songwriter Jessie Ware is back with her fifth studio album, That! Feels Good! Promising to make you want to get up and dance, this is going to be the record we’ll have on repeat as we head into summer. Day out THE SECRET GARDEN AFTERNOON TEA Kona Restaurant, Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences. £75 per person, half price for…

Hugh Skinner & Louise Ford ‘WE HAVE A GREAT TIME MAKING THE WINDSORS’ The royal spoof returns for a coronation special… There’s more madness and mayhem in a one-off episode of C4’s satirical sitcom The Windsors, which reimagines goings-on in the royal household as a soap opera. Harry Enfield returns as King Charles III, who wants the UK’s first coronation in 70 years to be a spectacular affair, with as much pomp and circumstance as possible. But with the country in the middle of a cost of living crisis, his son Wills thinks the coronation should reflect these difficult times… ‘Wills wants to be a man of the people,’ says Hugh Skinner, who plays him. ‘So, he thinks a budget coronation is a really good idea, but Kate is less…

Alison SPARKS FURY She may be the new golden girl of telly, but it seems Alison Hammond has finally put a foot wrong – angering a fellow celeb in the process. It all began on This Morning, when after hearing that a performance of The Bodyguard musical was stopped due to audience members singing over the actors, Alison, 48, said, ‘I can’t believe it. I’d be devastated, I’m not even going to go to that show now.’ Her comments sparked a backlash, with Alison later issuing an apology: ‘I had no idea the level of disruption audiences were causing and tried to make light of the topic on Wednesday’s show, and for that I’m truly sorry.’ However, former Strictly judge, Dame Arlene Phillips. 79, wasn’t impressed, claiming that Alison had…

NIGHTCAP This cute PJ set gives a subtle nod to the coronation.Pyjamas, £20, sizes xs-xl, M&S FOOT FLUFF Just begging to be bought. Slippers, £39, Laines London at John Lewis & Partners SNAZZY SOAP Makes a great gift. King’s Coronation Hand Wash & Lotion set, £12.50, M&S ROYAL FLUSH Plump, hydrate and glow. Max Factor Miracle Pure Cream Blush, £10, Next STAND AND DELIVER Send someone your love with a gingerbread king. Biscuit, £7.95, biscuiteers.com GARDEN PARTY Celebrate in a pretty floral frock. Dress, £20, sizes 8-28, Bonmarché; crown, stylist’s own T-TIME Wear with a silky skirt.T-shirt, £13, sizes s-xxl, George at Asda SHAKEN NOT STIRRED Enjoy a special-edition tipple.Kocktail The Crown Martini, 50cl, £28, John Lewis & Partners TOTES AMAZE Stash all the essentials in this London-inspired shopper.Bag, £12,…

Trousers Injecting some bold colour into your tailoring will give it a playful spin that’s perfect for work and weekends, and this vibrant shade of royal blue will do just the trick. The built-in belt helps to define your waist so make the most of it and style with a tucked-in blouse or tee and finish with some sleek loafers. T-shirt A striped T-shirt forms the backbone of many a capsule wardrobe, so if you’ve yet to snap one up, now’s your chance. Don’t be afraid of the horizontal stripes – just make sure you opt for thinner lines rather than thick stripes for a more flattering design. Lean into that Parisian vibe and wear with some wide-leg trousers. Statement jacket Elevate the simplest of looks with an eye-catching jacket.…

Have you heard about? LISTENING TO MUSIC MAKES MEDICATION MORE EFFECTIVE Taking tablets for your health? Play your most-loved song to help them work harder, says new research.* During the study, 12 patients having chemotherapy listened to their favourite music for 30 minutes each time they took anti-nausea medications. Findings showed a reduction in the ratings of patients’ nausea severity, and in the distress they felt due to feeling nauseous. It worked for me Françoise, 64, Dorset ‘I suffered from low mood and anxiety, before having a nervous breakdown. Then I found Moodscope (£3.99 a month, moodscope.com). It’s a website which asks you to measure your mood daily using an online card game, then plots the scores on a graph. It helped me to distance myself from my moods. I…

How can I improve our sex life? Q My husband and I are 55 and 59, and for the last 20 years sex has been something we have rarely had or discussed due to kids and looking after parents. Recently he said he missed having a sex life, and we had a very honest chat about it. We’ve agreed to try to make it happen more often, and I am pleased but also worried as I am not the woman I used to be. How can I improve things between us? AIt’s so great that your husband has reopened this subject with you. The good news is you are both on the same page, wanting to improve things and have more sex. The first step is to keep talking honestly…

If the dawn of a new season has got you looking for some healthy inspiration, then look no further. With this healthy eating plan from Slimming World, you’re in control. Not only are these meals guaranteed to fill you up, they’ll help you stay on track with your weight-loss goals too! What’s more, you could lose up to 7lb in just two weeks.* How it works 1 Choose one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner every day and feel free to repeat any meals you particularly enjoy. 2 Because Slimming World’s eating plan is based on the science of energy density and satiety (how filling a food is) it helps you to cut calories without having to count a single one. 3 Free Food is at the heart of the…

Intensely nourish I swap regular conditioner for nourishing masks when my hair’s feeling extra thirsty, and Noughty To The Rescue Intense Moisture Treatment, £9, Sainsbury’s, is a brilliant go-to. Made with a blend of natural oils, it’s rich but not too heavy and won’t weigh hair down. My curls are extra hydrated and bouncy after use. Rhiannon Add length I started using Lee Stafford Hair Growth Activation Treatment, £9.99, Boots, when a stylist chopped off more than I’d asked for. It totally works! It’s loaded with a nutritious combination of proteins, fruit extracts, and a natural peptide, which helps hair to grow. I started noticing results after six weeks. Stephanie Protect colour My hair develops unwelcome red tones and The Hair Boss Corrector Drops for Brunette Hair, £8.99, Superdrug, is…

Doorstep coronation chicken sandwiches SERVES 6 We’ve used a large loaf to create these satisfyingly large sandwiches, great for making something simple fit for a party. YOU WILL NEED 4 skinless chicken breast fillets1tsp peppercorns500ml chicken stock800g white bloomer, cut into 4 thick slices, lengthwaysButter for spreading50g Bombay mixSmall bunch of coriander, roughly chopped For the sauce: 150g mayonnaise150g yogurt3tsp curry powder3tbsp mango chutney80g sultanas, roughly choppedSqueeze of lemon juice HOW TO DO IT 1 Put the chicken breasts and peppercorns in a medium-sized pan, cover with the stock (top up with water to cover, if needs be). Bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 mins until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the stock, leave to cool, then shred into chunks. 2 Meanwhile, combine all…

READER QUESTION Q My friends are talking about ‘cash stuffing’ to save money. What is it? A Cash stuffing is a money-management technique designed to control your spending. Each month, you ‘stuff’ cash into envelopes earmarked for different purposes, such as one for leisure, one for groceries and so on. Then, when you want to spend on something, you use some of the money allocated for the area of your outgoings it falls under. But there are downsides, including the risk of cash being stolen, and you also won’t earn any interest on your money if it’s sitting in an envelope. Go green for less Snap up this Ecoegg Laundry Egg (70-wash size) – designed to replace laundry detergent and fabric conditioner – for less at Sainsbury’s as it’s…

King George VI once said, ‘the history of York is the history of England’ – and his description was pretty accurate. From Roman emperors and Vikings to Saxons and medieval kings, this city on the River Ouse spent many centuries as a centre for religion, monarchy and trade. Now this charming and well-preserved city – home to magnificent architecture and atmospheric laneways – draws visitors for a lovely weekend break. Especially as its lively dining and shopping scene provides plenty of 21st-century appeal alongside that ancient grandeur... EXPLORE THE CATHEDRAL Even if history isn’t your favourite subject, you’ve got to see York’s most epic building – York Minster. The second-largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, it has soaring, wow-factor ceilings, millennia-old artefacts and an unrivalled array of stained-glass windows (the…

25 April-1 May 2023 ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Jupiter is helping you to think big, so be bold and go for it! You have two more weeks of this planet in your sign, so make the most of it. TAURUS 21 Apr – 20 May The Sun is in your sign right now, shining the light on your many talents. So make the most of this positive energy, especially when it comes to your work. GEMINI 21 May – 20 Jun Are you feeling the benefit of Venus being in your sign yet? If not, then it’s time to shift your perception and focus on all the blessings in your life. CANCER 21 Jun – 22 Jul Mars is in your sign right now. This is a fiery,…

Top telly STILL BIG, BROTHER It’s 23 years since Liverpudlian builder Craig Phillips won the first ever Big Brother and he tells me ahead of ITV’s reboot of the series later this year that he still gets mobbed after all this time. ‘I can’t go anywhere – pubs, restaurants – without being recognised,’ he says. ‘I went to the pub the other night and about eight people came up to me in five minutes.’ He loves the fans – as much as he is looking forward to the new series: ‘I reckon they’ll do it justice.’ WHERE THERE’S A WILLIS! Matt Willis is back on the road with Busted and the tour promises to be a family affair. ‘She’ll be there loads,’ Matt tells me of wife Emma Willis. As…

Putting my favourite blue Anthropologie skirt into the padded envelope, I wrote the address on the front and grinned with satisfaction. This beautiful garment I’d picked up for £45 in the sale last summer was now going to make me £15 by renting it to a stranger for a couple of days. I’ve been renting out my wardrobe to people for a few years now, and my only regret is not doing it sooner. My passion began in September 2021. Like most people, I wanted to live more sustainably. If I could find a way of saving a few pounds along the way it seemed like a win for me and the planet. Doing some research I discovered there was a growing trend for renting items rather than owning them.…

She prides herself on being a hands-on mum to Zachary, 15, Leighton, 10, Rex, three, Rose, 18 months, and newborn Belle, but with husband Joe regularly working away, leaving her to solo parent, Stacey Solomon admits it’s tough going. The star, who gave birth to Belle in February after a surprise pregnancy, candidly told fans, ‘Lately I’ve found it easy to tell myself that I’m failing or doing a rubbish job,’ as she explained, ‘three 3 and under and two teenagers is wonderful but it’s not easy.’ During her pregnancy, Stacey revealed, ‘[I’m] trying to keep my head above water… Joe’s gone away for work for two weeks so I’ve just been trying to get into the swing of it all… without him.’ While Stacey is no doubt still learning…

My daughter Libby stopped in the street and looked up hopefully. ‘Carry me, Mummy?’ she smiled. It was 2016 and at five, she never seemed to want to walk anywhere. Laughing, I hoisted her up on to my hip. I assumed Libby was just being lazy, but a few days later she spent a whole day hopping on one leg. ‘My knee’s hurting,’ she said. Her dad took her to A&E to check it was nothing serious. But when he rang from Pontefract Hospital, he sounded worried. ‘They’re keeping her in,’ he gasped, explaining the doctors seemed concerned and wanted to run some tests. She was transferred to Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield and we took it in turns staying overnight with Libby. A week later, a specialist revealed our little…

Snuggled up on the sofa watching TV with my family, I felt so content. I’d just got home from university for the Christmas holidays and was looking forward to a relaxing break. As we caught up on each other’s news, Mum said, ‘So what have you been spending your wages and loan on?’ Suddenly, my blissful mood was soured as my thoughts turned to the fact that I’d gone up three dress sizes since starting my course, and it was probably obvious that I was spending most of my money on takeaways. ‘I’ve been buying my shopping from the supermarket,’ I mumbled defensively. I could see the worry on my parents’ faces as Mum said, ‘Well, as long as you’re eating balanced meals…’ I knew full well why Mum and…

1 WHAT IS KING CHARLES’ FULL NAME? a) Charles Henry Philip Georgeb) Charles Philip Arthur Georgec) Charles Louis Antony Richard 2 WHERE WAS CHARLES BORN? a) Buckingham Palaceb) The Lindo Wing at St Mary’s Hospitalc) The Portland Hospital 3 HOW OLD WILL THE KING BE ON HIS CORONATION DAY? a) 76b) 72c) 74 4 WHAT WAS THE MAIDEN NAME OF HIS WIFE CAMILLA, THE QUEEN CONSORT? a) Parker Bowles b) Cubittc) Shand 5 WHERE DID CHARLES GO TO SCHOOL? a) Etonb) Wellington Collegec) Gordonstoun 6 BARROGILL IS THE KING’S BRAND OF WHAT SPIRIT? a) Whiskyb) Vodkac) Gin 7 WHAT DID CHARLES STUDY AT CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY? a) History of Artb) Archaeology, Anthropology and Historyc) Geography 8 WHAT INSTRUMENTS DOES HE PLAY? a) Clarinet,…

Outdoor feast Pack up a picnic basket with your coronation treats. Basket, £32.99, large beach picnic blanket, £28.99, gingham napkins, £38.99 for 12, tumblers, £23 for two, ceramic pasta dish, £17.66 for four, 24-piece cutlery set, £20.40, and mango chopping board, £14.99, all wayfair.co.uk GAMES Organise games to bring people together. Fancy a cuppa? Put on a spread of sandwiches and plenty of tea to go around. Half-pint mugs, £23 each, and four-mug teapot, £80, all Emma Bridgewater DECORATE Fill your street with bunting and balloons. ENTERTAIN Give kids chalk to decorate the pavements (it will wash away with the rain). DRINKS Set up a bar serving tea or Pimm’s. Time for tea Sweet treats are a must. Serve up slices of Victoria sponge and other British teatime classics. Union…

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THE HIKE by Lucy Clarke (£14.99, HarperCollins, HB) The adventure of a lifetime is about to turn deadly. Old school friends Maggie, Liz, Helena and Joni set out on a hike in the Norwegian wilderness. They each have plenty on their mind – from an unexpected pregnancy and a marriage on the rocks to burnout and addiction issues. So they are all hoping for blissful days of wild camping, stunning mountain scenery and fairy-tale landscapes. But the reality is far more sinister. They encounter stormy conditions, a killer on the trail and a mangled body found at the bottom of a ravine. As long-buried secrets come to light, the friends must fight to survive in this hair-raising thriller. ONE ITALIAN SUMMER by Catherine Mangan (£9.99, Little, Brown Book Group, PB)…