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SIR ELTON JOHN Music legend Elton’s net worth has gone up by some £55 million this year, likely thanks to his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, which is the biggest-grossing ever at over £700 million. After his last show, Elton, 76, said, ‘I don’t think it will sink in for a while yet that I’m finally finished touring.’ That’s some retirement fund! LIAM PAYNE He may not be as rich as former bandmate Harry Styles, but Liam Payne, 30, isn’t doing too badly! The singer has sold over 23 million singles since the band split and reportedly earns £6.4 million a year through music royalties. He’s also thought to have invested in companies like Apple and Tesla, plus his real estate investments are said to be worth almost £10 million.…

Columnist Why weights could be your menopause saviour If you’re between the ages of 40 and 70, and you’re either approaching, knee-deep in, or out the other side of the menopause, then strength-training will help you not just survive it, but embrace it. Muscle is our friend and ally. If we use it, it brings the body much benefit. If we let it go slack, then it will work against us. Strength training (also called resistance training) is the process of using your muscles to work against a resistant force provided either by your own bodyweight or by bands, dumbbells and barbells. Placing a demand on muscles means they’ll adapt and become stronger and firmer. During the menopause, hormones weave a whirlwind through our bodies and the effect of lowering…

The health benefits of being social Getting out and about this festive season could be just the ‘medicine’ you need for a happier and healthier 2024 This is the time of year for celebration, which often leads to lots of unsolicited advice from friends and family. This includes everything from reminders not to ‘overdo it’, to opinions on how to stay safe, and what never to do if you want to keep your job when alcohol and mayhem combine at the office Christmas party! In fact, there’s so much advice, you’d be forgiven for wanting to hide away. But, whether you’re a social butterfly or you prefer your own company, there are significant health benefits to mingling with others that also deserve some airtime. Humans are inherently communal. Our brains…

How to save on festive gifting The average person spends around £430 on Christmas gifts* and for many people, it is the largest part of their festive spending. But with the cost of living still hurting household budgets this year, it’s time to rethink the rules around gifting. Here’s how to save cash without ruining the fun. Unnecessary gifts: it’s easy to get carried away with gifts, but this year, why not agree with friends and family to avoid all unnecessary gifts. It takes the pressure off you to buy anything, but also takes the pressure off them to spend money to buy you something in return. Secret Santa: if you have a large family, it can be costly to buy something for everyone. But instead, why not set up…

Citrus and herb roasted salmon On the table in less than 30 minutes, the zingy sauce packs a punch of flavour in next to no time. SERVES 6-8 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS ✱ Salmon side (about 800g-1kg) ✱ 1tbsp extra virgin olive oil For the sauce: ✱ 125ml extra virgin olive oil ✱ 1tbsp red wine vinegar ✱ Zest and juice 1 clementine ✱ Large handful fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped ✱ Few sprigs oregano or parsley, leaves picked and chopped ✱ 1 small red onion, finely diced ✱ 1 red or green chilli, seeds removed and finely diced ✱ 2 small garlic cloves, crushed 1 Heat the oven to 200C Fan/Gas 6. Put the salmon with the skin side down on a lined roasting tray and rub…

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Smithy and Nessa reunite! Fans of Gavin & Stacey may be in luck after writers Ruth Jones and James Corden were spotted together in London, sparking speculation that the show could be making another comeback. The Essex-Welsh gang last got together in 2019 for a one-off Christmas Day special. A staggering 17.1 million viewers tuned into the episode, and were left with lots of unanswered questions – it ended on a cliffhanger after Ruth’s character Nessa proposed to James’ character Smithy. Earlier this year This Morning star Joanna Page, who plays Stacey, teased the prospect of a comeback. She gushed, ‘[A reunion] would be so lovely. When we all first started it was like an instant family. We’re all still constantly in touch with each other, my gosh we send…

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Will my husband cheat with my mate? Q For the past 20 years, we’ve spent Christmas with friends at a rented house. But my best friend’s partner has devastated her by walking out, so she’s coming on her own. I know my husband fancies her, because we joke about it, and I’m convinced she wants him, too. I’m deeply worried what might happen now she’s single. SUSAN SAYS A You’re worried that your friend and your husband might have sex. But I’m worried that you’re worried. Is there any evidence your husband will be unfaithful after decades of loyalty, or that your friend will cope with her ‘devastating’ break-up by ruining your marriage? Your insecurity, anxiety and jealousy are clearly painful, but don’t seem quite logical. Please look into getting…

Get the look ✱ If your decor is neutral throughout, continue the theme for the festive season to create a serene atmosphere. ✱ Stick to a soft colour palette that includes shades of white, cream, beige, grey and green. ✱ Incorporate natural greenery such as garlands, wreaths and sprigs of eucalyptus or pine. These elements provide a fresh and earthy touch. Rustic wooden, twine and jute tree decorations will also add a touch of country charm. ✱ If you don’t have a fireplace, then candles or even LED candles can add a warm, cosy glow to your space. Place them on your mantel, coffee table or window sills. Get the look ✱ Choose vibrant ornaments for your tree. Mix and match various shapes, sizes and colours to create a visually…

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Marc Bannerman and Cerys Matthews Cupid struck for EastEndersstar Marc and Welsh singer Cerys in the 2007 series. After cosying up in camp, they tried to make a go of it at home. But having split multiple times, they finally called it quits in 2008 when Marc, now 50, reportedly dumped Cerys, now 54, just before Valentine’s Day. Cerys denied this and said she was the one who dumped Marc. George Shelley and Ferne McCann During the 15th series, fans couldn’t help but notice the sexual tension between Union J singer George, now 30, and reality star Ferne, now 33. Back in the UK, the pair went on several dates and Ferne even confessed she’d ‘fallen in love’ but things soon became platonic. And when George came out as bisexual…

The death of Princess Diana is still, 26 years later, one of the most seismic and watershed moments both for the Royal Family and the British psyche. Those of us who are old enough still remember where we were, and what we were doing, on that Sunday morning in August when news started to emerge from Paris that the then Princess of Wales had been involved in a terrible car accident. The events of that weekend and subsequent weeks, including her funeral when 15-year-old Prince William and 12-year-old Prince Harry trailed behind her coffin through the streets of London, have been covered in exhaustive newsprint, books and films. But perhaps the most traumatic was released last week. The final season of The Crown has arrived and it starts with poignant…

Columnist MODERN ROYAL TOURS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN FRAUGHT WITH PITFALLS AND PERIL During this month’s royal tour to Kenya, the King expressed sorrow for historic British colonial acts of violence. Was he right to do so (particularly after the British government had done the same in 2013) – and, indeed, should he have gone further with an abject apology? Or are calls for royals to apologise for the sins of their fathers just more woke tokenism – in the same mould as pulling down statues of 18th-century slave owners or renaming British streets? Modern royal tours have always been fraught with pitfalls and peril. The pressure weighs heavily on correctly observing local customs, eating the ‘right’ food, wearing the ‘right’ clothes and not stepping out of line politically (royals are…

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With the stresses of buying last-minute Christmas presents, planning parties and getting the dreaded festive food shop done, we often end up burning the candle at both ends at this time of year. This means that ailments can often strike, just when we want to be feeling our best! But whether you’re prone to aching feet, ringing ears or a tension headache from all the organising, you can swiftly stop these niggles in their tracks with our expert-approved guide. Try these easy ways to soothe, cure and prevent the most common complaints of the holiday season… Headache help Juggling Christmas planning with work and family can trigger tension headaches, and the main culprit is usually simple dehydration. If you’re out of your normal routine, get into the habit of downing…

After a relationship breaks down, it can be hard to imagine ever putting yourself back out there again. When my second marriage ended in June 2008 after two decades together, I was ready to give up on love for good. By then I was in my mid 40s and was a mum to Lauren, then 27, Liz, 26, Rob, 25, and Jake*, 21. I had grandchildren too and, working as a recruitment director, I resigned myself to being single, and just focusing on my family. But it didn’t stop the loneliness creeping in, especially of an evening when I longed to have someone to snuggle up to. And of course, I missed the intimacy. After all, I was still young and wasn’t ready to give up on my sex life…

Columnist SAVE OUR TEETH! In January, it will be four years since I last had a dentist appointment. I went for a check-up in January 2020, just before the pandemic put a stop to all but the most urgent dentistry. Since then, I’ve been told my NHS dentist has been trying to catch up with the backlog. Which, for me, has meant waiting. And waiting. And waiting. On the plus side I’ve managed to get in to see the dental hygienist a few times, so I feel luckier than many in that someone professional has poked about in my mouth. But being able to see a dentist is important, not only because teeth problems can be excruciating but because it’s often how mouth cancers are diagnosed. In 2021, oral cancer…