Indholdsfortegnelse for 26 February 2018 i New Idea

You know the old saying that life begins at 40? Well, by the looks of Ellen DeGeneres’ swinging birthday bash we should change that to 60! The US chat show queen entered a new decade in style with a celeb-filled extravaganza proving that age really is nothing but a number. As if that wasn’t enough, we also take a look at where the cast of Days Of Our Lives are now and believe it or not, most of the originals are back in the cast even at 90! So what does this prove? We should celebrate getting older every step of the way! Have a great week!…

Less than a year after George and Amal Clooney welcomed twin babies, the A-list couple have ‘adopted’ an Iraqi refugee. Last week Amal revealed that they welcomed Yazidi refugee Hazim Avdal into their family, taking him to America to live with them in their Kentucky home. The 40-year-old human rights lawyer has represented several Yazidis, who have been victims of genocide committed by ISIS, and she met Hazim in court in 2016. He told the Hollywood super couple – who are parents to eight-month-old twins Ella and Alexander – that he’d love to study in America, a wish which was immediately granted by George and Amal. ‘When I met him, I remember being so struck by his courage but also just his amazing spirit and how he spoke about –…

While Kate and William prepare to announce the birth of their new baby, it seems another huge announcement could be on the way soon. High-ranking sources reveal that the royal power couple could be one step closer to being announced as king and queen, with the Commonwealth leaders holding secret talks to decide who will succeed Queen Elizabeth after she dies. While it has been long assumed that Prince Charles will become king after his mother’s death, as he’s next in line to the throne, it’s now claimed there are no Commonwealth rules stating that this necessarily has to be the case. Now a ‘high level group’ from the Commonwealth – including representatives from Canada, Australia, Malta, the UK, Nigeria, Barbados and Kiribati – will consider whether to name Charles…

Sophie Monk has found herself in the middle of a new secret video scandal that will shock Australia. It’s been sensationally claimed that the former Bachelorette star has made a secret tape of herself auditioning for the hosting role of I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! as part of a desperate bid to land Julia Morris’ gig on the reality show. The video was reportedly made just after her Bachelorette stint ended last year, when she was keen to partner with Dr Chris Brown as the hot new faces of I’m A Celeb in 2018. ‘Sophie has always really admired Dr Chris and thinks they’d have a lot of chemistry together,’ says a source. ‘She did the tape to show that she would be a great new host if…

Thanks to Olga and Valeria’s no-nonsense attitudes – and run-ins with judge Manu Feildel and fellow contestants Sonya and Hadil – the competitive duo has certainly ruffled feathers this year on My Kitchen Rules . However, New Idea can reveal there’s more to the story than meets the eye, with the Russian team claiming rivals Sonya and Hadil stirred up trouble to earn themselves more screen time. ‘Some people are really trying as much as they can to get air time and they just wouldn’t stop at anything,’ Olga tells. ‘I tried to pull them [Sonya and Hadil] up on that.’ The 33-year-old mum-of-one explains that after the incident where she called Hadil an ‘annoying little rabbit’ at Henry and Anna’s Instant Restaurant, she attempted to apologise…

The bizarre catfight between Sarah Jessica Parker and Kim Cattrall has taken yet another twist, as one of the key cast members of the hit show breaks his silence and reveals the third movie will now never be made – with or without Kim Cattrall. Willie Garson, who plays Carrie Bradshaw’s best male friend Stanford Blatch on Sex And The City, exclusively told New Idea that he is ‘devastated not to bring this movie to light’ and that sadly whatever happens, ‘a third movie is a true long-shot at this point’. His comments came just days after the Sex And The City family truly fell apart. Following the tragic death of Kim’s 55-year-old brother Chris, who had gone missing in Canada and then was sadly found dead, fans hoped SJP…

It’s the love scandal that has been dogging the deputy prime minister for days. Just two months after announcing he had separated from his wife Natalie, mother of his four daughters, Barnaby Joyce, 50, confirmed he is set to become a dad again – with his new lover Vikki Campion, 33. The pair’s unborn baby – which is believed to be a boy – is due in April. In a twist to the saga, it emerged that prior to starting a relationship with Barnaby, Vikki was engaged to be married to another man – journalist turned digital consultant John Bergin. The pair were due to wed on November 5, 2016, at a venue in Bowral, NSW. However, three months before the big day, the couple split –with John Bergin telling…

A single mum has been dubbed Australia’s ‘Savings Queen’ after she saved $32,000 in a year – on top of her regular salary! After a divorce, Canna Campbell was inspired to find creative ways to make and save as much money as possible. ‘It was a personal challenge that I set for myself, where I took one really big goal and broke it down into bite-size, mini goals,’ Canna explains. Her simple tricks to free-up more cash involved renting her house out, taking her lunch to work and enjoying quiet weekends at home. Canna also took on extra projects and squirrelled away some of her tax refund. ‘I also did market research and I adopted a minimalistic philosophy where I was then able to sell furniture and clothing online,’ she…

Get Your Skate On! Serves 18-24, Prep 3 hours, Cook 1 hour, 50 mins 4 x 440g packets moist chocolate cake mix 200g sour cola straps Black licorice strap, 2 lengths twisted red licorice, skull and bone lollies, toy skateboards and bikes, to decorate FROSTING 550g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature 5 cups icing sugar mixture Black food colouring gel ½ cup cocoa powder, sifted 1 tblsp milk 1 Grease two 20cm x 7cm deep square cake pans. Line bases and sides with baking paper, extending paper 5cm above pan edges. 2 Prepare two cake mixes, one at a time, according to packet directions. Spoon one cake mix into each pan. Smooth over tops. 3 Cook both cakes in a moderately slow oven (160C) for about 55 minutes, or…

MONDAY Falafel Salad Bowls Serves 4, Prep 15 mins, Cook 8 mins 2 x 225g packets falafel 2 Lebanese bread rounds 250g packet fresh beetroot, drained, coarsely grated 2 cups shredded carrot 120g bag baby spinach leaves, washed TZATZIKI 1 cup Greek yoghurt 1 large Lebanese cucumber (175g), coarsely grated ¹/ ³ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped 2 tblsps lemon juice Salt and pepper, to taste 1 Place falafel on an oiled oven tray. 2 Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 8 minutes, or until hot. 3 Place bread on a separate oven tray. 4 Cook in same moderate oven for about 8 minutes, or until crisp. Cool. Break into large pieces. 5 To make tzatziki, combine all ingredients in a large jug. 6 Divide falafel, beetroot,…

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If you were to choose an emoji to illustrate the parent you are, which would it be? The smiley face? The raised eyebrows? The gritted teeth? Or maybe you’re the perfect parent with love hearts for eyes? Now ask your child which emoji best represents you. It’s something to consider, because I’ve just read a brilliant new parenting book that encourages parents to put joy back into parenting. Justin Coulson, author of 10 Things Every Parent Needs To Know, says he decided to address the issue of joy after observing parents rarely smiling when out with their children. Acknowledging that parents have work commitments and life is busy, he says it’s vital we set aside our to-do lists and enjoy the moment. ‘It’s about helping our child find joy –…

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Dear Krystal, Your hands are predominately fire in their element. This will give the drive to succeed where others fail. You may become slightly frustrated with those less enthusiastic about your projects and plans. Try not to fall into the category of those people who become overworked, just because they want to wrap things up and move on. You will end up much better off financially than the family you were born into and will have a successful union/marriage. You are more likely to settle permanently a little later on. Your elongated Apollo (ring) fingers are bursting with creative talent you are yet to unleash. More confidence in this area would be a good thing. You also have a distinct writer’s fork on your hand, so even if you have…

NATURAL BEAUTY My daughter told me that her MM son asked her what she was doing to her face and she’d replied: ‘Putting on my wrinkle cream’. ‘Oh,’ his retort was, ‘I thought they were natural.’ F. ROONEY, SALE, VIC. FAKING IT My in-laws came over for lunch one day, and my mother-in-law complimented me on the lovely flowers I had displayed in a vase in the kitchen. My hubby agreed, commenting that they were lasting really well. Yes, I said, then dryly pointed out that they had been there for months and had lasted so well because they were actually plastic! Could this be a hint that he needs to start buying flowers more often? EMILY FRANCIS, PRESTON, VIC. EAU DE DISHES Arriving home after a long day at…

Q A friend has invited me to her hens’ weekend at a spa hotel. It sounds lovely and I’m keen to celebrate with her but it’s very expensive. I’ll also have to pay for hotel accommodation for the wedding – as it’s at a winery – as well as a wedding gift. Most of her other women friends are in high-paying jobs and can easily afford it. Do you think it would be rude to say I won’t be able to make it? TARA, VIA EMAIL. A I don’t want to put a dampener on your friend’s wedding but some brides get carried away and before you know it all the guests are required to spend a lot of money on the festivities. Your friend may know women with high-paying…

1 ROBBIE CAN’T DRIVE ‘I don't have a driver’s licence. In London, you just don't drive because the traffic is terrible,’ he told Disney Pixar. 2 HE HAS HIS OWN EMOJIS The RobbieMoji keyboard and app features hundreds of Robbie-themed emojis to express your every mood. 3 HE USED TO BE A DOUBLE GLAZING SALESMAN Robbie tried his hand at selling windows after leaving school at 16. But later that year he auditioned for the boy band Take That . The rest is history. 4 HE’S INTO UFOS The singer has appeared in a radio documentary about extra-terrestrials and claims to have seen several UFOs. 5 HE HAS AN ‘A’ TATTOOED ON HIS FINGER He got tattooed after losing his wedding ring within a year of marriage…

DELTA’S SEXY NEW LOOK Goodbye wholesome girl-next-door, and hello sexy siren! Delta Goodrem has revealed her sizzling new image ahead of her first single release in more than two years, and she’s a world away from her Neighbours days! Posing in just a plunging black bra, the 33-year-old stares seductively into the camera on the cover of Thinking About You , while peering out through her long, shaggy fringe. Fans were left wondering if Delta’s sexy makeover could have something to do with her new boyfriend, rocker Matthew Copley. And with her new song containing flirty lyrics such as: ‘Every time I look at you your clothes are coming off’ and ‘I think about you naked when I’m looking at you,’ it would…

Jamie Oliver’s Italian restaurant empire is in jeopardy of having to close after racking up debts of a whopping $125 million. The British chef – who lives in a $17 million mansion in London’s affluent Hampstead, along with his wife Jools and their five children – is said to have begged landlords to slash the rents and has confirmed he is selling 12 of his 25 UK restaurants, with 450 jobs expected to be lost. The news comes after High Court documents revealed Jamie’s company owes over $52 million in overdrafts and loans. It is also $73 million in debt with creditors including landlords and suppliers, and staff are owed $3.89 million So far, Jamie’s Italian locations in Australia have not been affected by the debt crisis.…

What a difference a year makes. In 2017, on Jennifer Aniston’s 48th birthday, Justin Theroux couldn’t help gushing about his wife, publicly declaring his love with a sweet birthday message via Instagram. However, this year, the Hollywood couple’s three-year marriage lies in tatters, with the pair spending Jen’s 49th birthday thousands of kilometres apart and Justin fielding offers from publishers to release a tell-all book about Jen’s relationship with ex-husband Brad Pitt. While Jen celebrated her special day with a bunch of her close gal pals, including fellow Friends star Courteney Cox, Justin was pictured hobnobbing with British TV star Alexa Chung at the New York Fashion Week. In fact, Justin has been in New York for some time without his wife, and now sources are saying that he’s been…

There is no denying that this year’s Married At First Sight is the most explosive season to date, with plenty of tears, tantrums and back-stabbing brides. And while fans can’t get enough of the drama, we can reveal that the on-screen antics are nothing compared to the scandalous behaviour behind the scenes! According to on-set spies, cast members were warned to ‘keep their pants on’, after two grooms slept with the same bride. In a shocking twist set to change everything, surgery-enhanced Tracey was caught in bed with millionaire groom Justin after a wild night out. And even more surprising is the fact that her television husband Dean was there too! ‘They all went back to Justin and Carly’s apartment after a pretty big one and…

Pork with Pancetta Herb Stuffing Serves 4, Prep 30 mins, Cook 27 mins 2 x 400g pork fillets, trimmed 1 tblsp olive oil 1 cup dry white wine ½ cup chicken stock Steamed green beans and chat potatoes, to serve Fresh oregano sprigs, to garnish PANCETTA HERB STUFFING 2 tsps dried fennel seeds 50g sliced pancetta, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tblsps chopped fresh oregano 1 tblsp chopped fresh rosemary 25g butter, at room temperature 1 To make stuffing, heat a small frying pan over a medium heat. Add fennel seeds. Stir for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Transfer to a mortar. Coarsely grind using a pestle. Transfer to a bowl. Add the pancetta, garlic, chopped herbs and butter and mix well. 2 Using a sharp knife,…

Whether you want to feel more vital, lose a few kilos or take a preventative approach to your health, making some small changes to your eating habits can make a huge difference. Here, nutritionists and dietitians give us their top tips for improving digestion, maintaining a healthy weight, maximising your nutrient intake, and nourishing those all-important gut bacteria. MUNCH WHILE YOU COOK We all know eating vegetables is good for us but many people struggle to get in the recommended five serves each day, says dietitian Charity Spalding from Accessible Nutrition. ‘A quick tip to help you eat more vegies is to snack on them while cooking dinner,’ suggests Charity. ‘Munching on carrots, cucumber, capsicum, celery, cherry tomatoes or whatever you’ve got in your fridge, while you cook, helps increase…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A surprise turn of events will bring an unusual offer, encounter or experience. You will need to think on your feet to make the most of this opportunity. There will be a crescendo of family commitments or domestic tasks, complex family issues will require some insightful input and a family member may require special support or guidance. A difficult conversation will prove to be emotionally challenging. LUCKY NUMBERS: 2, 16, 24 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 See the big picture with an unusual domestic or family undertaking, Taurus. It will put conflicting and confusing considerations into perspective. A surprise discovery will shed some light on an old problem or a nagging matter. A rare gathering or reconnecting with someone you go way back…

KISS AND TELL ‘It’s worse than kissing a stranger,’ Natalie Bassingthwaighte said of kissing Karl Kennedy (Alan Fletcher) on her return to Neighbours . That’s when good neighbours become more than just good friends, and it gets creepy! SPICE OF LIFE When Delta said: ‘Please stop playing with my heart,’ we naturally thought it was more boy trouble for the luckless singer. Nope, she was just sick of the whole will-theywon’t-they Spice Girls tour saga. Er, that can’t be the biggest thing in Delta’s life right now. TALKING BALLS We all hate that friend who tells us our food is bad, but imagine how the poor I’m A Celebrity contestants feel. ‘As a vet, I know too much about the anatomy,’ Dr Chris…

It’s a girl! That’s the word from Buckingham Palace as Prince William and Duchess Kate prepare for the arrival of their new baby princess ‘any day now’. Royal sources confirm that Kate is ‘much further along than anyone thought’, with some believing that she could even go into labour this week. It’s a bombshell turn of events for the much-loved royal couple, who are counting down the hours until they bring home their new bundle of joy from London’s St Mary’s Hospital. ‘Wills and Kate’s little girl could be here any day now, that’s the absolute reality,’ a palace source tells New Idea. ‘Everyone is in lockdown at the moment, putting the final touches on all the security arrangements for her travel to and from the hospital, and she’s being…

Royal watchers believe that a devastated Queen Margrethe may consider scaling down her duties or abdicating in the wake of her husband’s death. While there is no history of abdication in the Danish royal family, in recent years the monarchs of the Netherlands, Belgium and Spain have all stepped down. Margrethe, who is 77 and has suffered from a bad back and the effects of heavy smoking, is looking increasingly frail. ‘The Queen has always said she wouldn’t abdicate, just like Queen Elizabeth, but now I’m not so sure. This could change things,’ royal reporter Lise Benson of Her & Nu magazine said. Margrethe would also love to see Mary become queen. ‘There is no doubt Margrethe absolutely loves Mary and trusts her totally to be…

She’s known to millions of Australians as the ever-smiling and bubbly Sally Fletcher from Home And Away . But last week, onlookers saw a different side of TV and radio star Kate Ritchie when she appeared to break down during a shopping trip with a friend. The mum-of-one appeared to be visibly overwhelmed, covering her face and appearing teary as she struggled with emotion. Kate, who wed former rugby league star Stuart Webb in 2010, was also spotted without her wedding ring, which will no doubt lead to renewed speculation of troubles in her marriage. The couple were the subject of persistent rumours in 2016 and 2017 that they were living separately – with Kate attending several events without Stuart. However, rumours dried up towards the end…

As Henry and Anna pelt each other with a beach ball, it’s clear the competition is fierce between the brother and sister. But, something else that’s glaringly obvious is the close friendship they forged as youngsters, thanks to growing up on a truffle farm outside of Launceston in Tasmania. Just two years apart in age, the siblings reveal they are also very close with their parents, Tim and Adele. ‘We’re best mates,’ Anna, 24, tells New Idea. Henry, 26, adds: ‘I think the only fight would have been over the front seat when we were little kids!’ Luckily for Henry, when it came to MKR, Anna was more than willing to play the role of protective sister at the Instant Restaurant table. The popular duo reveal all about those love…

While Dean may have been happy with Tracey’s confidence in the bedroom department, it appears the pair’s sexual chemistry was not enough for an ongoing relationship. Despite seeming to work it out on air after the fallout of Dean’s revelation he was considering an affair with Davina, he and Tracey parted ways and she has moved on to her third husband, Perth FIFO worker Sean. Both hailing from WA, the Tinder playboy is said to be smitten with the single mum and keen to go public.…

‘I DIDN’T WANT TO BE A BURDEN AND I DIDN’T WANT TO BE SEEN IN A WHEELCHAIR, BECAUSE PEOPLE WOULD LOOK’ Tianna-Joy King was a baby when fire tore through her family home, leaving her with burns to 69 per cent of her body. The doctors warned her mother, Antoinette Maree, that the beautiful 14-month-old tot wouldn’t survive her injuries. ‘Her clothes had melted to her body, her skin resembled wet tissue paper and her bones were exposed,’ Antoinette Maree says. ‘She had holes in her lungs, her windpipe was destroyed, she lost all her toes and heels, her fingers were twisted.’ The mum watched helplessly as Tianna-Joy ‘fought with every breath to live’ in intensive care. ‘My daughter was bandaged to the majority of her body and endured…

Raspberry Friand Meringue Tarts Makes 6, Prep 25 mins, Cook 23 mins 6 egg whites, at room temperature 175g unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1½ cups (150g) almond meal 2 tsps finely grated lemon rind 1 cup icing sugar mixture ½ cup self-raising flour 125g punnet fresh raspberries ¼ cup flaked almonds Extra fresh raspberries and double cream, to serve MERINGUE 3 egg whites, at room temperature ¾ cup caster sugar 1 Grease six 12cm loose-base flan tins. Line bases with baking paper. Place on a large oven tray. 2 Whisk egg whites in a large bowl until just frothy. Add butter, almond meal, lemon rind and combined sifted sugar and flour. Gently stir until combined. Stand for 10 minutes. 3 Divide almond mixture evenly among prepared tins. Smooth tops.…

SALLY HANSEN NAIL EXPERT ALISON BOWHILLHAYES SHARES HER KNOWLEDGE FOR SALON-BEAUTIFUL NAILS... HYDRATE HANDS ‘Nails and cuticles need hydration. Try a nail treatment containing vitamin E for moisturising benefits,’ says Alison, who adds: ‘Experts never cut cuticles, we groom them with cuticle pushers, but never trim or break the skin. Cutting can cause bacteria to get into the healthy growth area, leading to infection.’ TRY: OPI Nail & Cuticle Oil, $26.95, available at David Jones and Myer store. COLOUR CRUSH When it comes to summer shades this year, pink tops the list. ‘Not hot, not bright, but a simple, chic, soft neutral is on trend,’ says Alison. A bold red is also a must. Alison recommends trying fruity watermelon shades or fiery, coral reds, perfect for accentuating a summer tan.…

# TECH-FREE SPACES Consider tech-free spaces in the home where everyone has to let go of their devices and focus on other tasks. Also ensure that digital distractions are removed so there is space to be able to rest and unwind. # DON’T FORGET ABOUT LIGHTING The type of lighting in spaces where technology is used frequently, impacts the experience you have and your comfort level. IKEA suggests soft, diffused lighting around the TV to reduce eyestrain. Consider floor lamps behind or next to you when using a laptop or other hand-held device. # ERGONOMICS ARE SO IMPORTANT Given how many hours can be spent using technology at home on a daily basis – whether it be phones, gaming devices, TV or laptops – you should also consider checking your…

QI have wonderful daughters, but 17 years ago my second daughter passed from cancer. Now my three other daughters are having babies, I am hoping she will return to us. Do you think we will be lucky and she’ll return as a grandchild? Suzanne, via email. A Suzanne, anything’s possible. In my experience, it’s the babies that don’t survive infancy that recycle back to the family. People who reincarnate seem to come back in a family unrelated to them, at least in the cases I’ve seen studied. Your daughter who passed from cancer most likely will act as a guardian for your grandchildren. The deceased tend to have an affinity towards children who look like them or are named after them. Losing a child is the most painful thing you…

REALITY CHECK I realised my five-year-old great-niece had been watching too much reality TV the day we attended a relative’s wedding. As the bridesmaids walked down the aisle she asked loudly: ‘Is this where the groom decides which one he wants to marry?’. DANIELLE HAYES, WODONGA,VIC CAKE CONFUSION My youngest boy just turned four. After he blew out his cake candles he said: ‘Mummy, when I have my 100th birthday, will you still be buying me a cake?’ ‘Oh no darling, I’ll be in heaven by then,’ I replied. With a puzzled look on his face, he asked, ‘Are you moving?’ FE ARSI, OAMARU, NZ. SNAIL MAIL Having coffee with my neighbour in her garden, Miss Four piped up: ‘Do you like snails Margaret?’. ‘No I hate them,’ Margaret replied.…

KEEPING IT REAL Although I had never been a huge Kate Fischer fan, boy am I beginning to love Tziporah Malkah. I commend her for making a simple life away from the glitz of Sydney with her partner Guy, who also seems to lack pretension. The photos of them enjoying the beach (NI, Jan 29) were a delight, especially as Tziporah flaunted her curvy figure without a cover-up. However, she really won me over when she confessed her love of soft drink and lollies during long road trips. Thanks for keeping it real Tziporah. VANESSA NEWTON, WENTWORTH FALLS, NSW. MUM’S THE WORD When I began to read Australia’s Youngest Mum (NI, Jan 29) I had no idea that mum was only 13 and her partner 14. Just school children, I…