Monday, April 10, 2023

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Get the GOSS!
Just over three years after he formally stepped down as a senior royal and fled the UK, Prince Harry is having problems with his US visa. After the prince, 38, admitted taking cocaine, cannabis and magic mushrooms in his tell-all memoir, Spare, he is
Woman's Own2 min readArchitecture
Loose Women THROUGH THE KEYHOLE
Nadia regularly offers glimpses into the five-bedroom home she shares with husband Mark Adderley and daughters Maddie and Kiki in south London. There’s an open-plan kitchen and a neutrally decorated lounge. Nadia isn’t afraid of showing her sometimes
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Richard & Judy TENSION AT HOME
With Richard Madeley taking a long break from GMB after being branded ‘disgusting’ and ‘vile’ by viewers, and Judy Finnigan admitting she worries about the financial crisis, could the atmosphere at home be close to breaking point for the showbiz coup
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A Mum With Muscles!
Shoving the pie, hot cross bun and crisps into my bag, I quickly paid for my petrol and hurried back out to the car. My lunch yet again was food hastily bought from a garage as I drove between my calls in my work as a carer. Of course I could have op
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Dawn Neesom Mind Of My Own
Training to be an NHS surgeon can take up to 14 years – it’s 10 years to become a GP. It’s an astonishing amount of time and hard work, taking students through medical school/university, foundation training and then on to speciality training. But now
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Good For You!
Struggle with forgetfulness? Research by the University of Queensland found that properties of lion’s mane mushrooms promoted neuron growth when diluted in water, boosting long-term memory. This means they could help protect against dementia and Alzh
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The Most Precious Gift
Settled on the sofa, scrolling through my phone, I opened the Instagram app. I loved to look through others’ posts, admiring snaps of nature and posts teaching about mindfulness. I shared pictures of my hikes and family life too, as a single mum to d
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Anita Naik A Problem Shared
Q I’ve been with my partner for 15 years, and we love each other. We live together, have two dogs and are close to his sons. The problem is, he won’t marry me. It’s something I want, but when I ask him, he says he can’t. His parents split up when he
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7 Things Your Mouth Can Reveal About Your Health
Been to the dentist in the past few years? More than 60%* of us haven’t – meaning our oral health is being neglected. Not only can this lead to potential problems with teeth and gums, but other health issues might not be spotted either. ‘The state of
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Dawn Harper Ask The Doctor
Q Last month, I was feeling exhausted all the time. My GP arranged some blood tests, which showed I was low in vitamin B12, and they arranged a series of injections. I’ve had a further blood test, which shows my levels are now normal. I forgot to ask
Woman's Own3 min readDiet & Nutrition
The Benefits Of Your Chocolate Habit
Whether you’re on a diet or simply trying to be healthier, Easter can feel like the ultimate test of willpower. In fact, 40% of Brits are self-confessed chocoholics*. But while chocolate often gets a bad rap, it’s not the sin it’s made out to be – in
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YOUR SKINCARE simplified
Alpha hydroxy acids (or AHAs) are the best way to exfoliate your face. They’re more efficient than gritty scrubs, melting away dead cells and leaving your complexion luminous. Pairing AHAs with vitamin C will supercharge their efficiency, noticeabl
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How Do You De-stress?
April is Stress Awareness Month and aptly, it’s also the month of my son’s first birthday. While the past year has been incredible, it’s also been stressful. The physical, mental and emotional demands of raising a baby have left me exhausted and my m
Woman's Own2 min readDiet & Nutrition
Supermarket SAVERS
Handy tips to make your food shop go further… Meal planning is key to stretching the weekly food budget, try putting a chalkboard in the kitchen so the family can contribute ideas and get involved in the prep. If eating the same meal two days in a r
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Souped Up Soups
A ready-made paste takes the faff out of making this spicy Malaysian soup. 185g jar laksa paste (from larger supermarkets)1ltr fish stock2 x 400ml tins coconut milk6 garlic cloves, sliced2 stalks lemongrass, split lengthways and bashed, or 2tbsp lemo
Woman's Own4 min readCrime & Violence
Britain’s Gun Crime Epidemic
'GUNS FOR HIRE GANG thugs in city where Olivia Pratt-Korbel, 9, was killed can 'hire GUNS for £200 from hidden city stores' TAKE BACK CONTROL Police must win back the streets to stop ruthless gangsters killing more innocents, says ex-Met chief Of
Woman's Own3 min readFinance & Money Management
MONEY Matters
Q Do you have any advice on avoiding having to splash out on new toys for my cat? A According to the charity Cats Protection, there are plenty of ways to save money on toys for your cat, from simply cutting holes in a cardboard box to provide a fun h
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A Dream Getaway To Antigua
When an island can boast a beach for every day of the year – each and every one an idyllic mix of white sands, fringed by swaying palms and shimmering turquoise water – it would be rude not to make the most of them. However, while simply lazing on th
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Is It Ever OK To Fake It?
Jess Molyneux, 51, lives in the Wirral with her husband, 48, and their two children, aged 15 and 12. In my early 20s I was in a relationship where I found myself faking an orgasm during sex a couple of times. It wasn’t a big deal and I still think t
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Puzzle BREAK 1
Fill in the clues in the direction of the arrows. To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9. What was the name of the African elephant who died in 2009 and was studied for over 30 years by wildl
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Your STARS
4-10 April 2023 ASK ALEX A ‘WHAT IS MY HOROSCOPE TODAY?’ The small things in life have the biggest impact. The unexpected deeds you do for others show how big-hearted you are. Work could require more focus than usual. Take time to do your research.
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This week’s HOT LIST
Out in cinemas 7 April Ben Affleck and Matt Damon re-team as 80s Nike execs looking for the perfect basketball player to promote their new shoes – enter Michael Jordan. A witty look at a forgotten piece of history, loaded with retro songs, shell sui
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BGT winners! WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
Arguably the most successful act to come from the show, London-based dance troupe Diversity won the third series. Frontman Ashley Banjo, 34, became a judge on ITV’s Dance Dance Dance, Dancing on Ice and even filled in for Simon Cowell during the semi
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Book CLUB
by Megan Davis (£14.99, HB, Zaffre) The relationship between Alex and his overbearing father has always been strained. Brought to France after his parents’ divorce, Alex struggles to adjust to life among the Parisian elite. His father’s expectations
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Your TV PICKS
The actor joins six celebs on a trek across Portugal… Another bunch of famous faces with different faiths and beliefs don their walking boots and backpacks for the latest series of Pilgrimage on BBC2. The celebrity pilgrims are Boyzone singer Shane
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No Hair, Don’t Care!
Sitting in front of the TV beside my husband Jerry, then 46, I ran a hand over the base of my skull. It was December 2013 and I could feel a smooth patch the size of a 50p coin. Worry coursed through me, I loved my long locks. ‘What’s this?’ I asked

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