Innholdsfortegnelse for 25-Apr-2022 i Woman

Social gatherings have really ramped up a gear this summer with weddings, race meets and garden parties back on the agenda. While you might have bagged yourself some great occasionwear, it can feel very disappointing to see it simply hanging in your wardrobe gathering dust, after you’ve spent your hard-earned cash on a beautiful outfit. That’s why we have some clever ways that you can work fancy looks into your everyday look. Our top tip? It’s all about the mindset – don’t assume a floaty frock, smart blazer or metallic skirt must just be saved for best. Start looking at ways you can get more wear for your money. And a simple footwear swap – say from heels to trainers, can instantly give an outfit a casual spin, for example.…

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The sight of a spick and span office or dust-free ornaments in the living room after the cleaner has worked their magic is often taken for granted. Cleaners beaver away, largely invisible, to make our homes and commercial premises hygienic, neat and tidy. Their job status, however, was elevated into the spotlight during the pandemic, when those working in hospitals, care homes and public transport were designated key workers in the fight against COVID-19. While celebrated for their work, this higher profile illustrated the often poor pay and working conditions cleaners face. Protests were mounted from those who were at the mercy of the minimum wage, and merely entitled to statutory sick pay of £96.35 per week should they become ill – during a time when they were putting themselves…

Salmon and prawn lasagne with asparagus This is utterly delicious and will feed the whole family! The combination of greens and pesto make it lighter than the classic lasagne made with beef mince. SERVES 4-6 PREP 10 MINS COOK 1 HR * 50g butter * 1 leek, finely chopped * 50g plain flour * 550ml milk * 80g fresh pesto * 100g baby spinach, roughly chopped * 300g skinless salmon fillets, cubed * 250g raw prawns, roughly chopped * 150g fine asparagus spears, roughly chopped * 8-12 lasagne sheets * 25g Parmesan, finely grated 1 Preheat the oven to 220C/Gas 7. Start by making the roux: melt the butter in a saucepan and, once foaming, add the leeks and cook gently for 5 mins until softened but not catching. 2…

Paddy McGuinness presents an all-star series of BBC1’s energetic game show Catchpoint, which will see celebrity pairs playing to win money for charity. All they need to do is to answer a question correctly in order to catch balls of various sizes that drop from above. Here, the host reveals more… Can you tell us some of the celebrities who will be appearing in the new series? We’ve got Denise Van Outen and Fred Sirieix, H and Faye from Steps, Judi Love and Charlene White from Loose Women, weather presenters Owain Wyn Evans and Clare Nasir, and BBC Breakfast’s Mike Bushell and Louise Minchin. It’s a nice mixed bag and everyone who’s been on the show has really loved it and got into it. Who would you like to see…

Best…. budget patio set Seattle premium six-piece patio set, £150, B&M This great-value, six-piece garden furniture set is ideal for al fresco entertaining on a budget. The four comfy chairs fold up for easy storage when not in use, and the set includes a generous parasol to help protect you from the midday sun. Best… outdoor rug Reversible outdoor rug, £36.99, homescapesonline.com This eye-catching outdoor rug can add a touch of comfort underfoot in your outdoor space and it’s ideal for disguising a less-than-perfect patio. Made from durable, waterproof polypropylene, it’s reversible, so you get double the bang for your buck. Best… pizza oven Mini portable BBQ pizza oven, £56, BillyOh Simply place this BBQ topper pizza oven onto a charcoal or gas BBQ and you’ll have a pizza in…

‘I’VE NAMED MY NEW BOOBS’ Springwatch’s Michaela Strachan, 56, has opened up about her cancer diagnosis and why she wasn’t quick to disclose her situation publicly. ‘I wanted to just plough on as if it wasn’t all happening,’ the presenter revealed, light-heartedly adding, ‘I didn’t want the viewers thinking about my t*ts when I was talking about blue tits.’ Previously Michaela – who, after being diagnosed in 2014 underwent a double mastectomy and is now cancer free – admitted, ‘I found it very difficult to love my “new boobs” so a friend said to me, “Well, name them.” We called them Pina and Colada because they were hard like coconuts.’ Adding, ‘I have to say that really helped.’ It’s all change for dawn! Change has become common for Dawn French,…

THE BECKHAMS v THE SUSSEXES There was a time when it felt like wherever Prince Harry went, his chum David Beckham was sure to follow. A guest at both brothers’ weddings, it seemed Posh and Becks enjoyed the ear of the future king and his lovable rogue brother. They supported similar causes and would often show up on the same red carpets as their royal sidekicks. But like so many of Harry’s post-Meghan relationships, it seems the Beckhams no longer play any part in the Duke of Sussex’s life. Last year, it was reported that the Duchess of Sussex and Victoria had fallen out so badly that Harry was forced to ‘have a quiet word’ in David’s ear. It was claimed Harry’s wife had become suspicious that David’s wife was…

As the temperature rises – we hope! – and with summer just around the corner, now is the time for sandals to shine. These gorgeous slide sandals from Wallis are perfect to slip on for walks on the beach, afternoons in pub gardens or heading out to family barbecues. The statement bow gives them a feminine touch and, as they’re super comfortable, they will be your favourite footwear all season long. Choose go-with-everything black, neutral pale blush or timeless leopard print to give your summer wardrobe a touch of glamour. Sandals, £29, wallis.co.uk…

Did you know there are five gynaecological cancers? These are ovarian, womb (also called uterine or endometrial cancer), cervical, vaginal and vulval. Of these, womb cancer is the most common, with approximately 10,000 people diagnosed each year in the UK. When it comes to knowing what to look out for in terms of symptoms, one of the most useful things you can do is to know what your own ‘normal’ is. Even though it may be different for everyone, knowing what your average menstrual cycle is, how much vaginal discharge you have at different times of the month and what your usual bowel habit is will help you identify if anything changes. It’s at that point that you should go to your GP. Abnormal vaginal bleeding should always be investigated.…

✱ In 2019, domestic cleaners and hygiene operatives numbered nearly 600,000. But this figure fell by 88,000 in 2020, owing to the impact of COVID-19. ✱ Cleaners contributed £54.5 billion to the UK economy in 2018 – turnover in the industry increased by 28% from 2013-2018. ✱ The average hourly rate for a cleaner is £9.31, for an average working week of 37.2 hours. The average hourly rate for employees across the UK is £15.15. ✱ A survey showed 61% of people felt reassured that safety measures were being taken seriously when they saw cleaners in public spaces during the day.…

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Gaslit StarzPlay Hollywood A-listers Julia Roberts and Sean Penn are among the cast of this political thriller. Julia plays Martha Mitchell, who spoke out about President Nixon’s involvement in the Watergate scandal, which led to his resignation in 1974. Ten Percent PRIME VIDEO This English-language remake of the French series Call My Agent! follows talent agents in London as they struggle to please their demanding celebrity clientele. Look out for cameo appearances from the likes of Helena Bonham Carter and Dominic West.…

THE GREAT BBC ESCAPE Host of BBC Breakfast Dan Walker is the latest star to quit the corporation, heading for a far lower-profile role on Channel 5. He follows his former colleagues Andrew Marr, Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Louise Minchin, who have all jumped ship recently for other jobs. The big question is: why the mass exodus? Minchin said she wanted to spend more time with her family while Maitlis and Sopel are off to make podcasts and radio shows for Global, which owns stations LBC and Classic FM among others. Marr is also going to Global, plus returning to newspapers. Walker, whose profile was elevated by competing on Strictly Come Dancing last year, insists he’s ‘never been motivated by money’. He says he’s been lured by the promise…

‘She’s keen to do more of her own projects’ There is a view said to be widely held by those at ITV that Holly and Phil are the Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers of daytime telly. A perfect pairing of foxiness and class that draws viewers to This Morning in their millions. Late last year, Holly Willoughby, 41, confirmed that she had signed a bumper deal with ITV to remain on the show for the next two years, scuppering all speculation that she had been primed to leave. But for all her on-screen cosiness with Phil, is Holly longing for bigger challenges? Earlier this year, she was absent from This Morning while she filmed a new reality show for the BBC alongside comedian Lee Mack. Although Holly looked delighted to…

STYLISH SUNNIES A summer essential, sunglasses are often overlooked when planning an outfit, but the right pair can add serious fashion points. Consider which styles suit your face shape and whether warm tones or cool hues complement you. NECK SCARVES Breathe new life into your sting outfits with this simple cessory. Wear a printed scarf draped over shoulders or tied around the neck to lighten your complexion. The patterned fabric helps to break up any block colour and adds a little fashion flair to your look. BRIGHT BAGS Ease yourself into bright hues with some bold arm candy. Add a pop of colour to a neutral outfit or be brave and clash different shades for a statement look. Whether you opt for a box shape or curved design, a standout…

1 Rinse out your empties Once you’ve finished a bottle, rinse it clean and squash it flat. Recycling centres often reject any containers with product left in them and flattening them makes room for more. 2 Get a second bin If the thought of separating your recycling is too much to bear, make the job simple from the get-go and keep a second recycling bin next to your normal bathroom bin. You’ll be far more likely to recycle when bin day comes. 3 Simple symbols Most things are now widely recycled but if you’re unsure, take a look at the back of the packaging. The recycling symbols will tell you what’s what.…

✱ We have found lines of cocaine and drug paraphernalia, but we refuse to clear that up because it puts our safety at risk, so we clean around it. ✱ After cleaning up after a house-share of six men and their partners every two weeks, we decided to end the contract. It was disgusting. There was faeces up the walls of the two bathrooms, and the toilet was awful. There was food all over the kitchen floor, and, in the end, I felt I couldn’t ask one of our cleaners to clean this up, so I told the landlord, ‘we are out’. ✱ One of my cleaners rang me in an agitated state, whispering that she’d locked herself in the bathroom of the house she was cleaning because a man…

Don’t get me wrong – I love Monica. And she’s perfect for Peter. There were times when I thought my brother would never meet his someone special, and then she happened along – Monica Wright. I mean actually his Miss Right, give or take a letter! Unbelievable. ‘So, have you been married before, Monica?’ I quizzed her, when Peter first introduced her. Maybe it was a bit blunt, but I needed to know what he was getting himself into. ‘No, I haven’t,’ she told me. ‘Any kids?’ ‘No kids – though I do love children. Your three are adorable, Joanne – you’ve done a great job with them.’ ‘Wouldn’t you prefer to live in harmony?’ As they were thundering up and down the stairs at the time and sounding like…

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus (£14.99, Transworld, HB) Never will you meet a more uncompromising character than Elizabeth Zott. A chemist at the Hastings Institute in the 1960s, she is used to men not taking her seriously, but that doesn’t mean she shouldn’t. So when she becomes the star of beloved cooking show Supper at Six, she doesn’t talk down to the women watching. In fact, her novel approach strikes a chord with the ‘housewives’ and dares them to change the status quo. Elizabeth is an unforgettable character, as are her daughter Mad and dog Six Thirty. A unique book with some great life lessons. For more books information, see goodtoknow.co.uk/books The Club by Ellery Lloyd (£14.99, Pan Macmillan, HB) It’s another mysterious whodunnit from the husband and wife…