Indholdsfortegnelse for 06 April 2020 i New Idea

It appears newly single Michael Clarke hasn’t wasted any time in moving on after separating from wife Kyly. The cricketer, 38, went public with fashion designer Pip Edwards, 40, while out on a stroll around Sydney Harbour last week. Insiders say the pair haven’t ruled out the possibility of a romance being on the cards. “They’ve got nothing to hide. They’re really good friends ... who knows what will happen in the future?” a source told Daily Mail Australia. Their public outing comes as rumours swirl the pair have been ‘quietly dating’ since Michael’s high-profile split. Pip previously denied they were dating.…

As cases of COVID-19 increase and the United Kingdom now on lockdown, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip have relocated to Windsor Castle to safely isolate for at least the next three months. Stepping down from her official duties and public appearances, the 93-year-old Queen has now handed the reins to her grandson Prince William and his wife Kate. While Prince Charles, Duke of Wales, is next in line to the throne, due to his age, the 71-year-old has also been advised to isolate with wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. In the few days since, William and Kate have already proved the their worth as de facto king and queen of England – positions they’ve been eagerly awaiting for some time. “Obviously Kate and William have a very important role to…

Long before Meghan Markle met Prince Harry, she found love for the first time in Los Angeles with her high school sweetheart, Luis Segura. While Meghan’s life has since gone on to the dizzying heights of Hollywood fame and royalty, her first boyfriend has lived outside of the spotlight. Eagle-eyed photographers recently caught a glimpse of the 40-year-old Pasadena-based real estate agent, who is married and a father of two boys. Meghan and Luis are believed to have dated for two years – but it is unknown if they have remained in touch in the years since their romance ended. Pictures have previously surfaced of the teenagers cuddled up together at their schools’ joint Christmas ball in 1996 and 1997. Now, a source exclusively tells New Idea that the pair…

Elle Macpherson won’t be walking down the aisle to marry her controversial boyfriend Andrew Wakefield any time soon. New Idea can exclusively reveal the supermodel’s wedding plans have stalled following revelations the anti-vaccine proponent is still technically married! The Australian supermodel shocked fans by stepping out with the struck-off British doctor in July 2017, shortly after he left his wife of 32 years, Carmel, who is also the mother of his four adult children. Sources say Elle and Andrew have since moved into her $13 million waterfront home in Miami, Florida, and remain “madly in love” – with the 55-year-old beauty ignoring the backlash over their relationship. But court documents reveal that nearly three years on, Andrew is still legally married. Furthermore, it appears the divorce proceedings have stalled in…

With social distancing requirements and gatherings banned as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, a source tells New Idea that MAFS 2021 has ceased production until further notice. Filming was scheduled from August to December. “The biggest problem is the close interaction with the crew and experts when the people who have applied online go to the next face to face stage of the auditions,” the source spills. “Producers are being very strict. Every potential bride and groom must have a doctor’s certificate confirming they are 100 per cent COVID negative and a statutory declaration confirming they have not travelled overseas in recent weeks/months. “Once the brides and grooms are confirmed in coming months, the relatives and friends who will attend the weddings will also be asked to provide the…

Five marriages, drug use and a phone sex scandal – country music icon Kenny Rogers was known as much for his headline-grabbing private life as he was the songs which made him a superstar. Kenny sadly passed away from natural causes on March 20, aged 81, following a career spanning six decades and singalong hits including ‘Coward of the County’, ‘The Gambler’ and his much-loved duet with Dolly Parton, ‘Islands in the Stream’. With a seemingly insatiable desire for women, it was no surprise Kenny had five wives over his life, divorcing four times. Reflecting on his marriages in 2012, he told Reuters: “Every woman I married, I really loved when I married her. And I don’t blame them for the marriage falling apart. I blame myself and my chosen…

Lamb Moussaka Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 40 mins 2 medium eggplants (450g each), trimmed 2 tsps sea salt flakes ¼ cup olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 500g lamb mince 2 tblsps tomato paste 1 tsp mixed spice 1 tsp dried oregano leaves 400g jar red wine and garlic pasta sauce Mixed salad leaves, to serve TOPPING 425g tub fresh creamy carbonara sauce 1 egg, lightly beaten 1½ cups grated Tasty cheese 1 Cut eggplants lengthways into ½cm thick slices. Place in a single layer on two trays. Sprinkle salt over both sides. Stand for 15 minutes. 2 Rinse eggplant well under cold water. Drain. Pat dry with absorbent kitchen paper. Brush with 2 tblsps of the oil. Place on oven trays lined with baking paper. 3…

1. Trace 10 x 6cm circles, about 3cm apart, onto two sheets of baking paper. Place, trace-side down, on two lightly greased large oven trays. 2. Spoon meringue mixture into a large piping bag fitted with an 11mm star nozzle. Make one nest at a time by piping around the traced edge. Pipe more meringue to fill in the base of circle. 3. Pipe two continuous circles on top of each other around the edge to form a hollow nest shape. Follow recipe directions for cooking.…

Recently I was having lunch with a friend who works in human resources and I asked her a question. “Why are all my friends’ partners’ either losing their jobs or feeling uncertain in the ones they’ve got? And why is it happening now, when they’re such great people with tons of experience?” My friend nodded and went on to explain that those in hierarchical businesses were arriving at the point where they either joined the few being promoted, or they were moved sideways or, worse, made redundant. It was, she said, the problem with being middle-aged. But then she offered some wisdom. Those that fared best, she’d observed, were well-supported by their partners and encouraged to see their job loss as an opportunity. For many men, in particular, work is…

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Q I’ve been vegetarian for a long time and my partner thinks it’s ridiculous and wants me to change my lifestyle to match his. He won’t see it any other way, nor can I. How do we deal with it like adults? I know we’ll keep fighting. ALI, VIA EMAIL. A He is not being adult about the situation, and not accepting your choice to be a vegetarian is selfish. Continuing to fight does not go well for the relationship. It is wrong of him to expect you to change a lifestyle choice. If he cares about you, he would not pressure you into giving up something that is so important to you. If he is so close-minded, I wonder if there is a future for you and this man.…

1 WHICH CELEBRITY ACCEPTED BRAD PITT’S AWARD ON HIS BEHALF AT THE BAFTAS? A. Margot Robbie B. Jennifer Lawrence C. Jennifer Aniston 2 WHICH AUSTRALIAN FITNESS POWER COUPLE RECENTLY CALLED IT QUITS A. Sam Wood and Snezana Wood B. Michelle Bridges and Steve ‘Commando’ Willis C. Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich 3 WHICH US POPSTAR WILL APPEAR ON AN UPCOMING EPISODE OF MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA? A. Katy Perry B. Lady Gaga C. Britney Spears 4 WHICH AUSTRALIAN NEWSREADER WELCOMED A BABY BOY IN FEBRUARY? A. Edwina Bartholomew B. Sylvia Jeffreys C. Erin Molan 5 WHO IS GOING TO BE AUSTRALIA’S NEXT BACHELOR? A. Locklan Gilbert B. Dr Chris Brown C. Tommy Little 6 WHICH CELEBRITY HAS POSTPONED THEIR WEDDING DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK? A. Scarlett Johansson B. Jennifer Lopez C.…

THE GIRL SHE WAS BY REBECCA FREEBORN Twenty years ago when she was still in high school, Layla had a toxic relationship with an older, married man. Since then she’s tried to forget what happened next. This suspenseful read is also full of heart. Layla Flynn was breaking up a fight when she got the message. Her two children grappled with each other in the bath, sloshing warm water over the rim and soaking Layla’s shoes. She pulled Ella away from Louis, halfheartedly threatening, for the fifth time, to pull the plug out, then took her phone out of her back pocket. On the screen, there was a notification from Facebook Messenger; a message from a woman whose name she’d never expected to see again. I know what you did.…

ANTHONY CALLEA Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell are doing Happy Hour on IG Live “talking crap and cocktails” to help fans alleviate their boredom with a little light relief and fun. MIGUEL MAESTRE The chef has started an initiative called Cooking Cartel where he posts restaurants’ takeaway menus to help local businesses in Australia showcase their food. COLIN FASSNIDGE People are struggling with shops closing and kind-hearted Colin is offering free meals to those in need. He announced the offer on his Instagram page, saying, “Help is here”. ANDY LEE With schools closing down, comedian Andy Lee has come to the rescue. “I thought I’d read one of my books on Instagram Live each day for the next three days,” he said. TINA ARENA In one of her live IG…

Princess Beatrice has been dealt another blow, as her wedding looks to be postponed until 2021 due to the overwhelming spread of COVID-19. The bride-to-be was also reportedly left ‘heartbroken’ as her fiancé Edoardo ‘Edo’ Mapelli Mozzi and his ex Dara Huang reunited in London on Mother’s Day. Posting to Instagram, Dara is seen holding her 3-year-old son Christopher, known as ‘Wolfie’, who she shares with tycoon Edo. According to insiders, Edo’s close bond with the mother of his child has been a point of contention for the engaged couple. A source told the Mail On Sunday that Dara has yearned to get back together with her property developer ex. “Dara personally believes they would still be together were it not for Bea,” the source said. And Beatrice’s anguish has…

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ daughter Suri is fast growing up – and it appears the 13-year-old is ready to start making some big decisions. For the past few years, Suri has been all but estranged from her actor father. Sources say, however, she is now looking to run off to be with Tom. According to a source, Tom reached out to Suri in late 2019 after seeing a photo of her looking older, sparking a new eagerness to be in his teen daughter’s life. “He saw a photo of Suri looking all grown up, and it changed everything,” the insider told In Touch. The source added: “With Katie single again, and Suri not having a father figure in her life, it’s the perfect opportunity to reach out.” It is…

Just days after it was revealed a Buckingham Palace staffer tested positive to COVID-19, there are now fears for the Queen, who may have come into close contact with the employee. “There are believable rumours that the palace servant who has tested positive came into direct contact with the Queen,” author Phil Dampier reveals. “It’s for that reason that she was moved to Windsor Castle for her own protection.” Phil adds: “She is now in isolation with Prince Philip and only a tiny handful of their closest and trusted servants are allowed anywhere near them. “Obviously with Her Majesty nearly 94 and Philip 98, no chances can be taken. “I think the Queen wanted to keep calm and carry on in the Blitz spirit, but her doctors finally made…

With the older family members keeping indoors for the next few months, now is the time for the second tier of royals to shine. Phil explains that while a “massive burden” now falls on William and Kate, there will be a much bigger role for the younger members when things start to improve, “and that is when they will come into their own”. Phil says the British public will look to the royal family for advice and support, so it was important they radiate an image of solidarity and strength. “With the Queen and other older royals self-isolating, the younger royals are having to step up to the plate,” he says. In particular, it seems that Sophie, Countess of Wessex, could be at the forefront, given her recent video message…

She has been planning her dream wedding for almost a year, but in a sudden change of heart, loved-up Bindi Irwin threw caution to the wind, cancelling her big day and instead marrying in an intimate ceremony at Australia Zoo. With just a small number of witnesses by their side, the Wildlife Warrior and her new husband Chandler Powell, 23, are now “blissfully happy” as newlyweds and can’t wait to celebrate with friends and family at a later date. But according to sources, COVID-19 restrictions weren’t the only reason why the couple rushed to the altar – Bindi is actually expecting! “Everyone thinks Bindi and Chandler were desperate to rush their wedding through because of lockdown rules, but there was actually another reason altogether,” says a source. “The truth is…

After seven seasons and a string of failed relationships, New Idea understands the Married at First Sight experts will not be returning for another season of the popular reality TV show. The news comes after John Aiken, Mel Schilling and Dr Trisha Stratford attended a crisis meeting with producers where they are said to have vented their frustrations over their pay packets. “The experts are on $50,000 each for the whole series and they feel they are being underpaid,” dishes our well-placed insider. According to the source, while their pay packets have apparently increased steadily over the years, the relationship gurus feel the sum is modest, considering the show delivers a ratings bonanza to Nine Network each year. “NINE ARE CONSCIOUS ABOUT THE SHOW GOING TOO FAR AND BECOMING EVEN…

When Chloe Hubczak prepared a bottle for her infant son, Logan, it was always the same hectic, yet blissfully simple routine that she had enjoyed since bringing her healthy bub home six weeks earlier. The Melbourne mum would gently place her little boy in a bouncer in full view in the lounge room before dashing between the kitchen and his bedroom to set up the cot ready for a nap that often followed straight after. As a doting new parent, the 20-year-old would often pause on her way to blow her baby a kiss and watch him flash an adorable gummy grin back at her as he flapped his arms in excitement. On March 8, 2019, their predictable routine was terrifyingly cut short when Chloe – who had checked on…

Raspberry and Caramel Hot Cross Bun Pudding Serves 6, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 30 mins 6 hot cross buns, split ¹/ ³ cup caramel spread 125g punnet fresh raspberries Vanilla ice-cream and extra fresh raspberries, to serve CUSTARD 6 eggs, at room temperature ¼ cup caster sugar ¹/ ³ cup caramel spread 2 cups milk 300ml carton pure cream 2 tsps vanilla bean paste 1 Grease a 26cm round x 5.5cm deep, ovenproof dish (10-cup capacity). 2 Spread the cut sides of the buns with caramel. Arrange bun halves so they fit into prepared dish, finishing with a bun top in the centre. Scatter over raspberries. 3 To make custard, whisk eggs, sugar and caramel in a large jug. Add milk, cream and vanilla. Whisk to combine. 4 Pour…

Easter Basket Cake Serves 12, Prep and Cook: 1 hour 1 cup Dark Choc Melts 100g packet Chang’s Original Fried Noodles 540g packet Coles Make at Home Chocolate Mud Cake 540g packet Coles Make at Home White Mud Cake 2 x 125g packets Chocolate Creme Wafers Assorted Easter eggs, wicker handle and ribbon, to decorate CHOC FROSTING 175g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature 1¾ cups icing sugar mixture ¼ cup cocoa powder 2 tsps milk 1 Place chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Sit bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until melted. Remove. Add noodles. Toss well to coat. Spread out in a single layer, on an oven tray lined with baking paper. Refrigerate for 20 minutes, or until firm. Break into pieces. 2 Meanwhile, make frosting.…

WHAT’S THE MOST ROMANTIC GIFT YOUR PARTNER HAS GIVEN YOU? Rod: Tim is very big on love letters. Tim: I absolutely love Ariana Grande and Rod surprised me with tickets to see her in concert. WHO WOULD PLAY YOUR PARTNER IN A MOVIE ABOUT THEIR LIFE? Tim: I reckon I’m going to have to go with Chris Hemsworth. He’s just your likeable Aussie legend, which is also Rod in a nutshell. Rod: Zac Efron – and Tim has a little mini-crush on him too! WHAT’S YOUR PARTNER’S SECRET DOMESTIC SKILL? Tim: He cooks like an absolute king. His spaghetti bolognaise is next level. Rod: Tim’s almost OCD with his cleaning! I’ll come home and the house is spotless.…

To help children at home during the COVID-19 crisis, Jennifer Garner and Amy Adams have partnered up to launch @SaveWithStories on Instagram. Alongside celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Natalie Portman and Jimmy Fallon, they are reading picture books on Instagram and also raising money for charity. Meanwhile, many local Australian bookshops are offering customers a home delivery service or are waiving shipping costs at the moment. Online retailers such as Booktopia, Amazon, Kobo and chains such as Dymocks, Angus & Robertson and QVB have hard copies and e-books available. Fans of audiobooks should head to Bolinda audio or Audible. However, most libraries also now offer free ebook or audiobook borrowing with BorrowBox and other apps. Just register using a library card. Share your favourite reads while self isolating with #AustraliaReadsAtHome,…

It seems even the rich and famous aren’t immune to the temptations of stockpiling amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Former tennis star Lleyton Hewitt’s wife Bec was spotted grocery shopping with their 9-year-old daughter Ava in Melbourne on Sunday morning as Victoria prepared to shut its borders. The pair were buying up groceries including toilet paper, cereal and pet food. Later in the day, a large delivery arrived at the family’s home in Toorak. The driver was seen wheeling in crate-loads of shopping on several separate drop-offs. It comes as Prime Minister Scott Morrison lashed out at “un-Australian” panic-buyers, urging people to “stop hoarding” as he addressed the country to announce the sweeping new coronavirus bans. There is no suggestion Bec and Lleyton were panic buying unnecessary goods. The family of…

Prince Harry has barely been back in Canada with his wife, Meghan, and son, 10-month-old Archie, for two weeks now, after returning to the UK for the couple’s final duties as royals. But he’s now set to make a hasty homecoming to support his father, grandparents, and brother, in their hour of need. On Wednesday it was announced that Prince Charles tested positive for coronavirus. A statement released by Clarence House confirmed that while 71-year-old Charles had been experiencing mild symptoms for several days, he has “otherwise remained in good health”. Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, was also tested for the virus but the results came back negative. “It obviously came as a huge shock,” royals expert Phil Dampier says. “Prince Charles is probably the most famous person in the world…

Like every teenager, it seems Robert Irwin knows how to push his mum’s buttons. Seen in New Idea’s exclusive photos, the pair were running errands near their Queensland home and tensions appeared high as Terri Irwin gave her son an animated talking-to as he remained tight-lipped. At one point, a glum looking Robert – who is the spitting image of his late father, crocodile hunter Steve – was seen using his shirt to wipe away tears as he listened to his mother. Now a source tells New Idea that Robert, 16, is reportedly having a hard time and is feeling stuck in his big sister’s shadow. “Robert is starting to get really fed up with everything being about Bindi at the moment,” says the insider. “He’s sick and tired of…

She’s the no-nonsense bride who isn’t afraid to speak her mind. However, according to fellow MAFS participants, the pressure of the show experiment became too much even for Stacey Hampton. New Idea understands the 25-year-old mother of two hit breaking point before entering the reunion ceremony during filming in January. One contestant claims an emotional Stacey, after facing accusations from her fellow contestants, may have been sedated. According to another contestant, the arguments and accusations directed towards Stacey at the dinner party the previous night, paired with the stress of heading into the final reunion ceremony, where she would face more backlash from her cast members, forced her to seek treatment for her anxiety. “She was an absolute mess before the reunion,” the contestant reveals. “Her anxiety was through the…

For close to 40 years, she’s sung and shimmied her way across our stages and screens in a whirlwind of feathers and sequins. But away from the glamour and showbiz dazzle, and behind her famous pins and flame-red hair, Rhonda Burchmore has suffered more than most. Fresh from claiming third place in this year’s I’m a Celebrity… Get me Out of Here!, the 59-year-old reveals that throughout the gruelling trials of the reality TV show, there was one constant source of support backing her all the way: her late sister, Michelle. “I could feel her with me,” a teary-eyed Rhonda tells New Idea. “I was surrounded constantly in the jungle by butterflies and I knew that was a sign … a sign that she was watching over me.” Facing her…

In November last year sports presenter and House Rules co-host Abbey Way tied the knot with her fiancé and fellow sports broadcaster, Ben Way, in a magical ceremony. And, while most newlyweds jet off for their dream honeymoon straight after the wedding, Abbey and Ben had to put that on hold as Abbey headed back to work on the House Rules: High Stakes set. “I was married on the Friday and then back shooting House Rules on the Monday,” she tells New Idea. “Of course, though, when we booked in the wedding, House Rules wasn’t booked in yet.” While Abbey and Ben are yet to find some free time in their busy schedules, when they finally get a chance to jet off on their honeymoon, Abbey knows exactly where it…

If you look at Amanda Knox’s Instagram, you’ll see a normal everyday life: her husband eating pie, the cat sitting on top of a parcel, Amanda surrounded by family and friends. Seeing her successful life today, you wouldn’t imagine that Amanda, now the host of documentary The Scarlet Letter Reports and podcast The Truth About True Crime, was part of a murder scandal that rocked the Italian court system to its core. For years, Amanda, an American exchange student, was believed to have viciously killed and sexually assaulted her roommate while studying in Italy. In 2007, UK-born Meredith Kercher was found stabbed to death and Amanda, then aged 20, soon became the number-one suspect. At the time, she was painted as a manipulative, calculating woman who had strange and evil…

Hot Smoked Trout, Spinach and Tomato Quiche Serves 6, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 30 mins 2 sheets frozen shortcrust pastry, partially thawed 2 tblsps finely grated parmesan Mixed salad leaves, to serve FILLING 1 tblsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 100g baby spinach leaves 350g packet Goulburn River Hot Smoked Trout, skin and bones removed, flaked ½ cup finely grated parmesan 3 eggs ¾ cup pure cream 1 tblsp horseradish cream ½ x 350g punnet medley tomatoes, halved 1 Grease a 25cm round x 3½cm deep, loose-base flan tin (base measures 23cm). 2 Place one pastry sheet on a clean bench. Sprinkle evenly with 1 tblsp parmesan. Top with remaining pastry sheet, at the opposite angle to form a star. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan.…

Chicken Banh Mi Noodle Salad Serves 4, Prep: 15 mins 440g packet shelf-fresh rice noodles 2 cups shredded roast chicken meat (300g) ¹/ ³ cup bottled Vietnamese salad dressing 1 tblsp soy sauce 1 large Lebanese cucumber 1 large carrot, peeled, thinly shredded 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce 100g packet crunchy noodles ¹/ ³ cup fresh coriander leaves 3 green spring onions, thinly sliced Kewpie mayonnaise and thinly sliced long red chilli, to serve 1 Place rice noodles in a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Stand for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain well. Transfer to a large bowl. 2 Add chicken, dressing and sauce to noodles. Toss to combine. 3 Cut cucumber in half lengthways. Thinly slice diagonally. 4 Divide…

Searching for the latest and greatest ingredients in anti-ageing products can be misleading, especially when your social feed is constantly flooded with the newest gadgets and fads. Sometimes it’s best to seek advice from the experts and just get a general breakdown of how to tackle skin ageing and what to look out for when it comes to ingredients with efficacy. When in doubt, we turn to skin expert and Director of Education for Dermalogica, Emma Hobson, to recommend the key ingredients that we should incorporate in the fight against those time lines. “I would suggest to use products that are innovative with their ingredient selection. You may need to go past ‘organic/natural only’ products as these aren’t as active as they don’t use some of the most high-tech ingredients…

A DOG CRATE Perfect for toilet training and down time, a dog crate acts as a den for your pup. But it’s important not to overuse the crate. According to RSPCA Victoria, while it’s a fantastic tool for toilet training puppies and preventing destruction, a dog of any age should not spend all day in a crate while you are at work and again when you go to bed. “This can affect your dog’s muscle development and condition,” they state. DOGGIE TREATS According to the Animal Welfare League, positive reinforcement is teaching an animal to perform an action in order to gain a reward. Rewards can come in the form of verbal praise, pats, treats, walks, car rides, ball games and toys. The rewards for your dog must be something…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 An ambitious career or financial idea will take shape. An overdue discussion will raise issues that need delicate handling; it will take insight and understanding to know how much to say. Fun times with friends and relatives will revive connections that are meaningful to you. A charming place will draw you back time and again, and a thoughtful gesture from someone who cares about you will touch your heart. LUCKY NUMBERS: 1, 8, 15 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Pro-active efforts will drive forward a contract, legal matter or important financial issue; it will also take a weight off your mind. A sharing exchange with a good friend will bring some helpful information and advice. Your renewed efforts with regards to a drawn-out…

Karina Machado is a journalist, host of the Spirit Sisters podcast and the author of Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies, a non-fiction series exploring the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people. Now, on The Ghost Files podcast each week, Karina will introduce a guest who’ll share their personal encounter with the spirit world. THE GHOST NURSE Angelina, a student nurse who lives in Wagga Wagga, NSW, has had encounters with spirits all her life. “I very rarely tell anyone about my ‘spidey senses’ (as I call them) and what’s happened over the years,” she revealed. I invited Angelina on The Ghost Files podcast. Among the many stories she shared was one about an unexpected guest on her wedding night. In 2006, Angelina exchanged vows at the historic…

The outlook has always looked bright for Weekend Sunrise’s resident weatherman James Tobin. Now also a presenter on Seven’s Better Homes and Gardens – as the show’s new technology and motoring expert – the affable star is busier than ever. But for Sydney-born-and-bred James, life on the road has long been a joy. “I’m a bit of a travelling gypsy,” he says with a grin, adding: “And I’m loving Better Homes and Gardens. It’s an incredible show – one that’s now 25 years old.” The popular presenter shares his life in 10 pictures. 1 “This is my family! My [late] mum Christa and dad Tony are holding my niece and nephew, my sister Julia, her husband Jason [in the baseball cap] and my brother Peter [in an Akubra]. This was…

ALBUM FUTURE NOSTALGIA BY DUA LIPA The singer’s second studio album features her previously released singles ‘Don’t Start Now’, ‘Future Nostalgia’ and ‘Physical,’ which all received much critical acclaim, so you can expect big things from the album which is set to feature more instrumental music. “I realised after having such a predominately electronic album as my first it needed a lot more live instrumentation,” Dua said. “This album I’m doing exactly that.” OUT SUNDAY BOOK THE ANIMALS AT LOCKWOOD MANOR BY JANE HEALEY On the eve of World War II, Hetty Cartwright is tasked with evacuating the stuffed mammal exhibits of a London museum to the  safety of a country manor. But she quickly begins to feel unsettled when animals go missing and she suspects someone is stalking her…

The Dublin-based author has been writing about women, families, relationships and mental health for 25 years. Marian chats to New Idea about her latest release, Grown Ups. Grown Ups has a big cast of characters – how did that come about? I love writing first person books, like I did with The Break, but I also love the fun of playing with lots of different people. I got the plot of Grown Ups before I got a single character and it was immediately obvious that this had to be a third-person book, with a lot of diverse people in it. Do you often have a big issue in mind when you begin a book? Sometimes, but it depends. With this book, some of the big issues are social – treatment…

HILARY SWANK & RUBEN TORRES Hilary proudly showcased her emerald engagement ring from Ruben on Instagram in 2016, yet just three months afterwards, the couple quietly split and Hilary deleted the post. HALLE BERRY & OLIVIER MARTINEZ Halle’s third husband Olivier proposed to the Bond actress with a four-carat emerald in 2012, but sadly Halle lost the ring in 2014 and in 2015 the couple announced they were divorcing. IRINA SHAYK & BRADLEY COOPER Bradley gifted Irina a stunning emerald engagement ring in 2016 before the pair welcomed their daughter Lea de Seine in 2017. Yet the couple separated in 2019 after it was alleged he cheated on her with Lady Gaga.…

Actress Michelle Williams and her director beau Thomas Kail are believed to have secretly tied the knot, after they were spotted out in New York City recently week wearing wedding rings. Michelle, who is pregnant with her second child, looked chic in a pair of denim overalls as she flashed a new gold band on her wedding-ring finger. Thomas was also spotted with a simple gold band on his wedding-ring finger. It was confirmed in December that the couple were engaged and expecting their first child together. Michelle also has a daughter, Matilda, 14, with late Australian actor Heath Ledger. “They’re very happy and thrilled to be bringing a baby into the world,” an insider told Us Weekly.…

Former employee Kevin Porter called out Ellen DeGeneres as one of the meanest people he knows – and he took to Twitter to rally comments from people who felt the same. “Right now we all need a little kindness. You know, like Ellen DeGeneres always talks about!” wrote Porter. “[And] I’ll match every [story] w/ $2 to @LAFoodBank.” TV writer Benjamin Siemon piped in: “Everyone must chew gum from a bowl outside her office before talking to her and if she thinks you smell that day you have to go home and shower.” Another person claimed: “staff were told they weren’t allowed to talk to her.” Ellen has responded previously to stories about how she treats staff. “That bugs me if someone is saying that because it’s an outright lie,”…

While going to the beach and surfing has been banned in many places across the country, Chris and Luke Hemsworth still enjoyed some time relaxing on the sands at Byron Bay. Seen enjoying a dip in the ocean, Westworld actor Luke sported a pair of floral boardshorts. Meanwhile, his little brother Chris was spotted taking off his shirt to showcase his ripped physique. During the COVID-19 crisis, Chris has offered a six-week free trial of his online fitness program, Centr.…

Kim Kardashian has renewed the feud between her husband Kanye West and Taylor Swift, after liking a tweet where a fan sided with Kim and Kanye. To put this in perspective, Kim has only liked 164 other posts since joining Twitter in 2009, so she must have felt strongly about this one! Taylor was previously branded a snake by Kim after she said she had no idea Kanye was going to call her a ‘b---h’ in the song ‘Famous’. The feud began in 2009 when Kanye jumped on stage as Taylor accepted her award at the VMAs and said that Beyoncé deserved it instead.…