Innholdsfortegnelse for Monday, October 07, 2024 i Woman's Own

It’s a bumper issue for you this week! Coleen Nolan tells us why she’s worried about being cancelled (p10), Stacey Solomon brings you some fun autumn crafting inspo (p12) and our brilliant beauty team has a handy guide to nail (see what I did there?!) your at-home manicure (p44). Plus, on p20, the lovely ladies from ITV’s My Mum, Your Dad try their hand at modelling – pick out your favourite denim to be the best dressed day or night, and enjoy 20% off at JD Williams. I’m hooked on denim at the moment – I love Jenny’s trench! There’s more fashion must-haves on p22 – and they’re all from the supermarket. I’m very sad to be putting away the summer dresses, but that borg jacket is softening the blow…

THROW OVER Transform your sofa or bed. Blanket, £9, Ikea MUSHROOM MAGIC Hang all of your essentials in style. Hooks, £6, Primark WINTER FLORALS Add cargo pants or a silky skirt. Top, £10, sizes 8-22, Nutmeg at Morrisons MOLTEN MAGIC A statement cuff, perfect for going out-out. Cuff, £5, Rita Ora x Primark SQUEAKY CLEAN Contains hyaluronic acid and ceramides. E.l.f. Daily Cleanser, £6, Boots HELLO, AUTUMN Embrace warm, rich hues and a cosy atmosphere as the nights draw in. Owl ornament, £6, candle (in jar), £5, vase, £6, diffuser, £5, candle, £1.50, all B&M SUPER STORAGE Perfect for holding blankets or loo rolls. Basket, £10, B&M STRIKE IT LUCKY A great gift for the person who has everything. Matchbox cover, £6.50, H&M GO GREEN Vegan and in nine shades. Plant nail polish…

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COULD IT BE CANCER? Q My husband has always got up for a wee in the middle of the night, but I have noticed that, more often than not, it’s now a couple of times each night. I have asked him to have a PSA test (a blood test that helps detect prostate cancer), but he’s not keen and says it is not a reliable test. What do you think? A Around one in seven men with prostate cancer would have a normal PSA and therefore be given false reassurance. The flip side to that is three-quarters of men with a raised PSA will not have cancer. Your husband should speak to his GP who will consider his risks and examine him to decide whether to do the test. ADHD…

Step 1 Trim and shape Over-filing your nails can make them weaker, so trim them with a clipper if you need to take off a lot of length. Crystal nail files are also gentler – try Protein Formula Mini Crystal File, £5.95, protein-formula.com. File your nails into your preferred shape. Not sure which to pick? A round shape is understated and suits all tastes, nail colours and outfits. Or, if you want your fingers to look slimmer, try almond. Step 2 Prep The trick to perfecting a salon-style manicure is all in the prep. Those extra few minutes will give you a professional finish and help the colour last longer. Avoid trimming your cuticles – it can lead to infection or damage. Instead, push them back and apply Orly Cutique Cuticle…

A year ago, we all watched in horror as a deadly attack unfolded on our TV screens. But while we were safe at home, thousands of innocent people were running for their lives. On 7 October 2023, Hamas’ brutal assault on southern Israel resulted in 1,139 people losing their lives, and more than 200 being taken hostage. None of us will ever forget those images of young festival-goers fleeing from gunfire, desperation and terror evident on their faces. The young woman pleading for her life and screaming out to her boyfriend as she was driven off on the back of a motorbike. The mother crying, carrying her two young sons, as she was led away from her home by Hamas militants. Every image as terrifying as the last. The killing…

HALF & HALF In 2001, a painting of a young man playing what instrument was sold for £75,000 at auction before subsequently being identified as a Caravaggio original worth millions? Cross out a letter in each square to get a grid filled with words. The uncrossed out letters in the shaded squares will complete the puzzle answer. Sudoku To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each row and each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Bitesize Fit the words into the grid, using the clues given across and down. The shaded squares spell out the answer. ACROSS 1 Association of countries (4) 5 Impolite (4) 6 Dry (4) 7 DNA unit (4) DOWN 1 Boast (4) 2 Entice (4) 3 Norse god (4) 4 Surrender (4)…

CIRCLE TIME What is studied by an irenologist? Fit the words into the grid, then read down the letters in the shaded circles. 3 LETTERS YAM 4 LETTERS ACHEARUMAURANECKRAMPTRIM 5 LETTERS ASSAYCHICKPANTOPLAITSTOKETHERMUSUAL 6 LETTERS ASHRAMPLANET 7 LETTERS EMANATE 8 LETTERS ABERRANTHAIRGRIPNIGHTCAPSCHNAPPS Skinny one Due to incorrect paperwork, in 2019 a BA flight destined for Düsseldorf landed at which airport instead? To find out, solve the puzzle… Add a letter anywhere in each of the boxed-off words to fit the clue, eg, Overly dear = STEP + E = STEEP. Write the added letter in the space provided. Read down the added letters to spell out the answer. Overly dear Breadth Liquid colouring matter Finely chop Monster Set of furniture Area of land Corn, wheat etc Church singers Three in a…

Holly’s BIG RETURN Holly Willoughby’s big comeback has been in the making for months, and it seems the star is finally ready to return to public life. Holly quit This Morning last October ‘for me and my family’ when she was made aware of a plot to kidnap and murder her. But after months of laying low, she is planning her big return. The mum-of-three is expected to be back on our screens in 2025 in her highly anticipated Netflix show with Bear Grylls. Meanwhile, it’s been widely reported that the presenter, 43, has been offered a big money deal to release a tell-all book about leaving ITV and the demise of her friendship with Phillip Schofield. The star has even piqued interest across the pond, with a US TV…

Simply red Red may seem like a bold choice but with this silhouette it’s surprisingly easy. The relaxed shape has that throw-on-and-go appeal whilst the flared sleeves and pleated design make it universally flattering too. I’m wearing mine with chunky boots and a camel coat. Dress, £29.50, sizes 6-22, F&F at Tesco Charlie Cocktail cardigan There’s nothing like a sparkly knit to make you feel dressed up while still keeping cosy. The pearl detailing on this chic design feels super-luxe and the grey hue ensures it’ll go with everything. Team with jeans or a black slip skirt. Cardigan, £20, sizes 8-22, Nutmeg at Morrisons Eloisa Catwalk-approved Denim has always been a style staple but this season it has come into its own and this designer-inspired shirt is a real steal.…

Buy of the week Banish painful corns or treat severe or persistent calluses with Scholl Corn Complete Removal Pen (£12.55, Boots). Use once a day for four days. The pen is reusable. THE TO-DO LIST ENJOY A LIE-IN Catching up on sleep at weekends can help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, says a new study**. At least seven hours each night is recommended. SERVICE YOUR BOILER As we head into the chilly season, ensure your boiler is working properly to keep yourself, your family and your home safe. WALK FAST Simply picking up the pace can make you look up to 16 years younger, found research published in Communications Biology. If you do one thing Care for your dentures correctly Are you among the 15% of people…

Health ask us She won’t see me Q One of my best friends is backing away from me and I don’t know what to do. We used to talk and see each other at least every other day, but in the past few months it’s been me doing all the reaching out. I know her husband has health issues, and her eldest son is getting divorced, but I’m annoyed. I can’t help her if she doesn’t see me, but she says she’s tired and has no time to see friends. A As frustrated as you are, try to empathise. Your friend is overwhelmed and overloaded, and doesn’t feel that she can do more right now. As hard as it, being understanding and flexible about seeing each other is what will…

Scroll through Instagram and you’ll find them – women extolling the ‘old ways’ of life and simple living, cooking from scratch and using grandmothers’ recipes and cleaning tips handed down through the generations. I admit I love watching these videos, but could I emulate it in my own family where we have the washing machine on at least once a day? Apparently, the simple life is the good life so I decide to give it a go… MONDAY I see the kids, 15 and 10, off to school and start my housework. Instead of pushing the hoover round, I grab a dustpan and brush. It takes ages – and, of course, only works on non-carpeted areas anyway. After that, I give my bath a rinse down and pile my darks…

Speedy chilli noodles READY IN: 10 MINS CALS: 675 FAT: 26G SAT FAT: 5G CARBS: 94G SERVES 1 Whip up this spicy bowl of comfort using a few cupboard staples. YOU WILL NEED 120g dried wheat noodles 1tbsp toasted sesame oil 1tsp finely chopped fresh ginger 4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 1tbsp smooth peanut butter½tsp finely chopped fresh chilli (or swap the olive oil for chilli oil) ¼tsp ground turmeric 1tbsp dark or light soy sauce½tsp light brown sugar To serve: 1tbsp lime juice 1tsp finely chopped fresh coriander 1 spring onion, trimmed and finely chopped 1tsp white sesame seeds HOW TO DO IT 1 Cook the noodles according to the pack instructions. Drain and set aside. 2 Meanwhile, heat the sesame oil in a frying pan over…

READER QUESTION Q I’ve got bank statements and other paperwork with personal details on that I don’t need – how do I dispose of them safely? A I faced this issue recently and I bought a shredder so I could destroy them efficiently. It cost £20. You could borrow one from a friend, or a nearby Library of Things may rent them out for a fee, so check online. If you can’t borrow one and don’t want to buy one, shred them manually with scissors. Don’t skip this step, it’s very important. Go green for less If you’re buying a new kitchen appliance, check the energy label to help you find a model that use the least amount of energy. Also, consider the size of the appliance and only buy…

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 A ‘celestial sphere’ example of which object was sold for 7.7 million euros in October 2022? The answer is the one missing from the grid. BLANKETBLINDCHAIRCURTAINCUSHIONLAMPMIRRORPELMET PICTUREPILLOWRUGSOFATHROWVASEVOILE CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 See 16 Across 4 Wealthy (8) 10 Michaela Jaé __, star of Saturday Church and Pose (9) 11 See 16 Across 12 Not abridged (5) 13 Rule of thumb (9) 14 Loyal (7) 16, 11Ac & 1Ac. Transformers: __ 2023 sequel starring 10 Across, 19 Across, 28 Across, and 18 Down (4,2,3,6) 19 Michelle __, star of Everything Everywhere All at Once and Bond…

Film JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX In cinemas 4 October Joaquin Phoenix reprises his role as the Joker in the sequel to the 2019 hit film. Singer and actor Lady Gaga (A Star is Born, House of Gucci) joins him as Harley Quinn in a tale of chaos and twisted love. Music COLDPLAY Moon Music (Parlophone), out 4 October Chris Martin and co release their highly anticipated 10th album, Moon Music, after teasing their new music at the Glastonbury festival earlier this year. With frontman Chris previously saying that the band would stop making music in 2025, this album may end up being their last – but if so, they’re going out with a bang! Show BURLESQUE 3 October until 2 November, Manchester, tickets from £15 Singer Christina Aguilera executive-produced this…

THE BOOK SWAP By Tessa Bickers (£16.99, HB, Hodder & Stoughton) Following the death of her best friend, Erin is heartbroken. Feeling lost, she makes matters worse by misplacing her favourite book, which was annotated with her late friend’s final words to her. The treasured copy is found, however, by James in his local community library. Intrigued by his discovery, he sends a secret message of his own in return. A mysterious connection blossoms between the two bookworms – until Erin realises her mystery man is no stranger, but the one person she promised she would never forgive. Celebrating the power of love and literature, this swoon-worthy story is perfect for book-lovers and hopeless romantics alike. MARIGOLD MIND LAUNDRY By Jungeun Yun (£12.99, HB, Transworld) Imagine washing your mind free…

Ralf Little & Will Mellor ‘WE KNOW MORE ABOUT EACH OTHER’ The actors hit the road for a new four-part series… Will Mellor and Ralf Little met more than 20 years ago when they starred in the BBC sitcom Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps – and they have been friends ever since. In Will & Ralf Should Know Better, the pals embark on a fun-filled trip around the UK which sees them learn new things and take on challenges that test their limits. ‘WE LOVED IT!’ ‘I want to do stuff that challenges me,’ says Will, 48. ‘I’m at that age now where I want to make memories, go out there and grab life, and do things I wouldn’t normally do.’ Along the way, Will and…

When a 48-year-old Carol McGiffin revealed back in 2008 that she was dating a 26-year-old, more than a few sceptical eyebrows were raised. Carol was a Loose Women panellist at the time and her new ‘toy boy’ was often the topic of discussions on the show, with her fellow co-stars frequently teasing her. The couple got engaged just months after meeting and Carol has admitted that those close to her were worried, revealing, ‘Mark and I were engaged very quickly, and some of my friends warned me to get a prenup.’ But fast forward to today and Carol, now 64, and Mark, now 43, who married in Thailand in 2018, have just celebrated 16 years of being together and Carol has said of those doubters from the early days, ‘Initially…

Decorative door display When it comes to seasonal decor, Stacey goes above and beyond – even before you enter her house! Every year, the star, who turns 35 on 4 October, gathers pumpkins by the bucketload to create amazing door displays which double up as great backgrounds for autumnal photos. This year the Loose Women panellist opted for a gothic red flowers and gold skull theme. Alongside a photo of the stunning door she wrote, ‘Literally so proud of this year’s door, made from branches I scavenged off the side of the road, a cauldron I made from a bucket, skeletons I’ve collected over the years (other than Shazza on the door, she’s new) and some pumpkins from our neighbour farmer.’ Over the years Stacey’s doors have had a range…

BED CRUMBS The bounteous and bosomy Nigella Lawson has been telling us ‘How to Eat’ for an astonishing 25 years. That’s a quarter of a century of seductively licking spoons while staring into various cameras. Crumbs! What you may not know, though, is that Nigella’s favourite mode of eating is so laid-back that it means literally lying down. ‘I am very pro eating in bed,’ she says. ‘I will eat absolutely anything in bed except something that needs a knife and fork. It has to be either fingers or a spoon.’ And that is where I must leave you, as the husband – who glares at me if I dare to attempt a cup of tea in bed – has just fainted. Ladies, I think he’s finally toast! HOW COLD…

Hands up if you’re part of the 44%* of women who don’t check their breasts regularly? Or maybe you’re not sure how to do a self-examination? As with any cancer, early detection is key to saving lives. In fact, at least 30%** of breast cancer cases are preventable, which is why reducing your risk and getting to know what’s normal for you is so important, as well as attending your breast-screening appointments when invited. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and so with our expert advice, there’s no better time to get clued up on what you can do. 55,000 THE NUMBER OF WOMEN IN THE UK WHO ARE DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER EACH YEAR – THAT’S ROUGHLY ONE EVERY 10 MINUTES. KNOW YOUR NORMAL The NHS recommends doing a…

Sparkling eyes Add a touch of shimmer to your eyes this autumn. If you’ve had a bad night’s sleep, metallic shadows are a great way to make eyes look brighter and perkier. Use your finger to sweep Trinny London Eyetallics, £18, trinnylondon.com, across your lid. A dab in the inner corner of each eye will make them look wider and more awake. Think pink If summer is all about using bronzer to hint at sunkissed skin, then autumn’s signature is fresh-faced, rosy cheeks, as if you’ve just come in from a brisk, crisp walk. Go with a cream blusher to max out your glow. The beauty of 3INA The No-Rules Stick 362, £12, Superdrug, is it can be used all over the face. Apply to lips, eyes and cheeks to…

Florence is a city for lovers, but for me, it has been a wonderful place to be alone. Last autumn, I spent several weeks there in an Airbnb a 10-minute walk from the duomo. I loved lying in the bath with a book, sipping Prosecco on my roof terrace and wandering at my own pace through museums crammed with the finest Renaissance art. ‘IT GAVE ME SPACE TO FOCUS ON MYSELF’ That big, solo trip was something I’d long dreamt of doing. I’m happily married, and my husband and I recently celebrated our 35th anniversary. We’re the parents of four grown-up children, and I have a mother, siblings and plenty of friends. But this was my me-time. I’ve spent much of the last three decades looking after others, and grandchildren…

Fruit and berry cobbler PREP TIME: 15 MINS COOK TIME: 35-40 MINS CALS: 416 FAT: 11G SAT FAT: 6G CARBS: 76G SERVES 4 We’ve used autumnal pears and blackberries, but this works a treat with other fruits too. YOU WILL NEED 2 pears, peeled, cored and sliced 500g fresh or frozen blackberries 60g caster sugar 1tbsp cornflour ½tsp mixed spice For the cobbler: 150g self-raising flour 60g butter, chilled 100g caster sugar 100ml buttermilk or natural yogurt 1tbsp granulated sugar You will need: 1.25ltr ovenproof dish, buttered HOW TO DO IT 1 Heat the oven to 180C Fan/ Gas 6. In a bowl, toss together the fruit, sugar, cornflour and mixed spice, then put in the prepared baking dish. 2 For the cobbler, put the flour and butter in a…

‘We walked back to happiness’ Candice Mason, 42, lives in Tring, Hertfordshire and is the founder of mothercuppatea.com. When the pandemic hit in March 2020, my husband James, then 39, and I were running his family’s coach and bus business together. With no entitlement to government aid, we were under a lot of financial stress, which put strain on us as a couple. Stuck indoors together with our daughter Lilly, 15, work was often the topic of conversation and we’d end up arguing. With nowhere to go and nothing to do, the only way to get out was to go for a walk. So that’s what we did. At first, we walked for five miles, along the canal or around the reservoir. As our hikes got longer, we found the…

And… relax ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr The Full Moon in your sign at the end of last month gave you the confidence to begin something new and exciting. Keep going with this idea and stick with it! TAURUS 21 Apr – 20 May While you are a patient and determined person, sometimes changing direction is the only option. If you feel there is a lack of flow, try another direction. GEMINI 21 May – 20 Jun You have a busy mind, so rather than worrying needlessly, which is a form of negative prayer, remember to focus on all of the many positives in your life. CANCER 21 Jun – 22 Jul With Mars bringing an increase in energy and motivation, you can achieve rather more than usual. What…

When I found out I was pregnant, I’d already resigned myself to never becoming a mum. It was March 2015 and I’d just dropped my partner Kurt, then 49, at Manchester Airport for a few nights in Abu Dhabi. A feeling of nausea washed over me as I was driving, and the idea that I might be pregnant began to take shape. I laughed out loud. We’d started trying for a baby six years earlier, when I was 34 and Kurt was 43, but it hadn’t happened and, although it was upsetting, we’d accepted it wasn’t going to. I detoured to a chemist and, within minutes of arriving home, discovered I was pregnant. I sat, stunned, for hours, waiting for Kurt to land. ‘Are you sitting down?’ I said, before…