Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 36, 2024 i New Idea

After filing for divorce on their second wedding anniversary, Jennifer Lopez is continuing to take subtle – and not so subtle! – swipes at ex-husband Ben Affleck. The ‘Love Don’t Cost a Thing’ singer officially broke her silence on the split by sharing a new photo on Instagram of herself wearing a T-shirt with the slogan ‘she’s in bloom … and at peace’. J.Lo, 55, also quipped on the same post: “Oh, it was a summer.” The pointed social media jibes came hot on the heels of headlines that linked Ben, 52, to Robert F. Kennedy’s granddaughter Kathleen ‘Kick’ Kennedy. “She’s angry about how this has played out,” a source said. “Ben just wants to move on.”…

The launch of the Duchess of Sussex’s lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard has hit yet another sticky patch. A trademark application for the label has been denied, after the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rejected the request on the basis that specific geographic locations, such as ‘American Riviera’ cannot be trademarked. “It’s a blow Meghan didn’t need, as she would have hoped to have the brand up and running at the same time as the launch of her upcoming Netflix lifestyle show,” a Sussex insider tells New Idea. It’s not the only fumble. The application was also rejected because the USPTO claimed the paperwork hadn’t been properly signed and the product descriptions were too vague.…

Juggling life at Australia Zoo and taking care of her gorgeous brood means Bindi Irwin’s hands are often very full. Now, the 26-year-old has opened up about the future of her family with husband Chandler Powell. The doting parents to adorable threeyear-old daughter Grace, who they often call their “little miracle”, have revealed the likely won’t have any more children. In a video shared on the Australia Zoo YouTube channel, Bindi and Chandler, 27, explained they get asked if they plan on having another child at least once a day. Bindi took the opportunity to remind her fans to be “careful” when you ask the baby question, as “you never know what’s happening in someone’s life”. She said she understands the kindness and good intent behind those asking the question,…

Jess Lines still shudders as she recalls witnessing one of the worst things any parent can ever see. On December 8, 2022, Jess watched, helplessly, as her one-year-old son Ryan went into cardiac arrest. The youngster required 10 minutes of CPR to bring him back, but even then, Jess and her husband Sam, both 31, were told their boy probably wouldn’t make it. “We were so lucky that wasn’t our outcome,” Jess, a mum of two from Broken Hill, NSW, tells New Idea. “Ryan is still with us and he’s a happy, cheeky little boy.” Jess says Ryan’s symptoms began with a simple cold. “He had a runny nose and by the afternoon I knew something wasn’t right. He was lethargic, had a high fever and he’d stopped walking,” she…

FOR MORE RECIPES, VISIT New Idea Magazine newideamagazine or visit newidea.com.au/food Layered Choc-Caramel Chokito Cake SERVES 12-14 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 35 MINS ■ ⅓ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder ■ 375g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ■ 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar ■ ¼ cup golden syrup ■ 6 eggs ■ 3 cups self-raising flour ■ 1¼ cups buttermilk ■ ⅓ cup caramel syrup, plus extra to serve ■ 3 x 55g Chokito chocolate bars, diagonally sliced GANACHE ■ 300ml carton pure cream ■ 2 x 180g blocks dark cooking chocolate, broken into pieces 1 Grease three x 20cm round cake pans. Line bases and sides with baking paper. 2 Stir ⅓ cup hot water into cocoa in a small bowl until smooth. Cool for 10 minutes.…

TIP Be sure to set the mood with a gorgeous candle in a soothing scent TAKE A SOAK Nothing says relaxation quite like a dip in the tub. Great for soothing tired muscles and enhancing the skin, fill yours with warm water and generously tip in some bath flakes or salts. TREAT WITH A SHEET For your next night in, indulge your skin in hydration with a sheet mask. Jam-packed with all the good ingredients like collagen and hyaluronic acid, pop it on for at least 20 minutes to reap the benefits. MASTER A FACIAL MASSAGE Kick back on the sofa and give yourself an at-home massage. All you need is face oil and a gua sha, which you can gently sweep in upward and circular strokes to boost circulation…

Touching down in Ho Chi Minh City can only be described as electrifying. From the minute you strut its main streets, there’s no suppressing its infectious vibrancy. The drifting smells of fresh pho and pork banh mi will be the only map you’ll need as you explore the bustling streets, maze-like markets, shopping malls to rival Rodeo Drive and grand historical sights. As celeb chef Anthony Bourdain once put it, “Vietnam. It grabs you and doesn’t let you go.” GET TING COMFY If you’re after a stylish and comfortable stay in the city, look no further than Fusion Original Saigon Centre. Located in the Saigon Centre complex on top of the Takashimaya shopping mall, the hotel occupies 10 floors in one of the most iconic buildings in the city. Fusion…

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been the ultimate celebrity golden couple since they confirmed their relationship in late 2023. However, last week, representatives for Travis, 34, had to deny rumours that the NFL champion has imminent plans to end his relationship with the pop singer, also 34, after a purported post-breakup PR strategy document was leaked on Reddit. The document appeared to have been printed on Travis’ public relations firm Full Scope’s management letterhead. Its headline read: “Comprehensive Media Plan for Travis Kelce’s Public Relations Following Breakup with Taylor Swift”. According to the paperwork, the anticipated announcement date of the couple’s alleged split is September 28. It also outlined communication strategies following the “initial media frenzy” of the break-up, including that any language should be “gracious” and “respectful”. A…

Kate Ritchie appears to be in a good place with ex-husband Stuart Webb, as the former couple recently united at their daughter Mae’s soccer game. An eyewitness told New Idea that Kate “looked very happy and comfortable” as she and ex-rugby league player Stuart cheered on Mae at her end-ofseason gala and presentation day. “It seems like they have a good relationship as they chatted easily for a while,” the source added. “They have always put Mae first.” The positive co-parenting display comes after Kate, 46, and Stuart, 44, were also seen celebrating Mae’s 10th birthday together in August. Nova FM radio host Kate parted ways with Stuart in 2020. While their separation wasn’t easy, the pair are “amicable now”, a source tells New Idea. Although Kate rarely discusses her…

Rebecca Gibney used her recent whirlwind trip to New York City to have an overdue catch-up with long-time friend, Deborralee Furness! Rebecca shared photos of them hanging out on social media, calling Deb a “dish of a human”. The Packed to the Rafters star, 59, has known Deb, 68, for decades after co-starring together on the ’90s Aussie crime drama series, Halifax f.p. In fact, Bec gave Deb’s now ex-husband Hugh Jackman his first on-screen kiss while they were filming the show! Both Deb and Hugh, 55, made a special joint appearance in 2022 on Rebecca’s episode of This Is Your Life.…

Only in New Idea From the get-go, Blockhead Paige and her carpenter fiancé Jesse were labelled the villains of this year’s The Block. Yet the young couple, who were constantly shown verbally attacking one another, insist that couldn’t be further from the truth. New Idea spoke to the pair during their recent trip to Cyprus, where they maintained: “We didn’t do anything villainous.” Jesse, 30, added that their European holiday was “perfect timing” after the draining and emotional experience of filming. Paige, 27, says it also provided them with some much needed “R&R”. It’s long been teased that one team will leave Block Island this week, with many pointing the finger at Paige and Jesse. In a recent interview on the So Dramatic! podcast, Paige insisted that the person she’s…

Elle Macpherson made the shock revelation last week that she was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago. But she faced immediate backlash from the medical community by claiming she ignored the advice of 32 doctors and refused conventional medical treatments. Instead, Elle managed her cancer holistically. In a new interview with The Australian Women’s Weekly to promote the release of her memoir Elle: Life, Lessons, & Learning to Trust Yourself, Elle, 60, explained she was diagnosed with HER2 positive oestrogen receptive intraductal carcinoma, a type of breast cancer. The model underwent a lumpectomy. She next consulted 32 doctors, who advised her to undergo a mastectomy with radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy and the reconstruction of her breast. But Elle – who at the time was dating Andrew Wakefield, a doctor…

Only in New Idea Settling in for a candid chat on the porch of his family’s sprawling 100-year-old farmhouse, James Blundell breaks into a warm smile. The country music great has invited New Idea to visit his gorgeous property near Stanthorpe, QLD, and is keen to fill us in on his renewed vigour and vitality, as well as the immense love he whisky sitting on the has for his beautiful brideto-be, Rebecca Williams. ‘I made the decision to stop cold turkey’ James explains that he has had a sharpened lust for life ever since he quit alcohol last year. “I feel terrific, the best I’ve felt in years. I couldn’t be happier, and I reckon giving up the booze was the best thing I’ve done in ages,” he tells New…

No-one could blame Jennifer Aniston for feeling a little love-cursed right now, as the still-single star has had to watch yet another of her exes find romance again! Last week, Jen’s second ex-husband, Justin Theroux, announced his engagement to actress Nicole Brydon Bloom. Although Jen, 55, is putting on a brave face about the impending nuptials, in private she’s crushed and despondent about her own chances of finding love again. “She wants to be happy for Justin and in many ways she is, but there is still an overwhelming feeling of sadness and regret over what might have been between them,” New Idea’s exclusive insider dishes. ‘She’s very panicked over the lack of relationship success’ “Jen is very lonely and panicked over the lack of relationship success she’s had since…

Turkey Ranch Burger Bowls SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 500g turkey mince ■ ⅓ cup packaged dried breadcrumbs ■ 4 green spring onions, finely chopped ■ 2 tblsps tomato chutney ■ 6 slices short cut bacon, cut into thin strips ■ 1 baby cos lettuce, coarsely shredded ■ 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced ■ 2 Lebanese cucumbers, peeled into ribbons ■ 1 avocado, quartered, peeled ■ Croutons and ranch dressing, to serve 1 Place turkey, breadcrumbs, onions and chutney in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined. Divide evenly into 12 portions. Shape portions into 1cm-thick patties. 2 Heat a lightly oiled, large, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add bacon. Cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes,…

Tomato and Marinated Feta Bruschetta MAKES 6 PREP & COOK 25 MINS ■ 6 thick slices sourdough ■ ¾ cup drained, marinated feta (150g) TOPPING ■ ¼ red onion, finely chopped ■ 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved ■ ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved lengthways ■ ½ cup torn fresh basil leaves, plus extra to garnish ■ 1 tblsp olive oil ■ 1 small clove garlic, crushed ■ 2 tsps balsamic vinegar 1 To make topping, combine all ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. 2 Heat a lightly oiled, nonstick grill pan over a medium heat. Add sourdough in two batches. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until lightly toasted. 3 To serve, divide feta evenly among sourdough toasts. Mash with…

1 Superhero series Superhero series Superhero series Boys The is getting a prequel show. What is it called ? A) The Kids B)Soldier On C) Vought Rising D) Gen A 2 What number is Aidan Gallagher’s character known by in The Umbrella Academy? A) Thirteen B) Seven C) Eleven D) Five 3 What is the capital of Canada? A) Toronto B) Vancouver C) Ottawa 4 In which Italian city will you find the Trevi Fountain? A) Milan B) Rome C) Venice D) Florence 5 In what year did The Flintstones premiere? A) 1970 B) 1955 C) 1962 D) 1960 6 Cillian Murphy will reprise his role in a film version of Peaky Blinders for Netflix. What is the name of his gangster character? A) Arthur Shelby B) Tommy Shelby…

Sir Elton John insists he is on the mend after a “severe eye infection” left him partially blind in one eye. The ‘Rocket Man’ hitmaker, 77, shared the worrying health update on social media, explaining he’d been dealing with the issue privately, and that it had left him with “limited vision”. “I am healing, but it’s an extremely slow process and it will take some time before sight returns to the impacted eye,” Elton continued. He also said he was “feeling positive” about the recovery process. Many of Elton’s famous friends, including singer Carnie Wilson, fashion designer Donatella Versace and actor Billy Porter, quickly replied in the comments with “get well soon” wishes.…

Britney Spears is being pursued by a string of Hollywood ‘It’ actresses who desperately want to play the singer in an upcoming biopic based on her 2023 memoir, TheWomaninMe. “Britney’s phone has been blowing up nonstop with calls about the casting,” one source tells New Idea. Emma Roberts is the latest star to toss her hat in the ring. Emma, 33, says getting to play Britney would be a “true dream”. As for Britney, 42, our source says she is “revelling in her popularity among the cool kids”.…

Angelina Jolie is quietly seething that her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, has emerged victorious in their Venice Film Festival showdown. Both stars had films playing at the famed festival – Ange in Maria, a biopic about opera singer Maria Callas, and Brad in Wolfs, opposite George Clooney. Although Ange, 49, received acclaim for her performance, she immediately became an afterthought when Brad, 60, used the Wolfs premiere to make his red-carpet debut with girlfriend Ines de Ramon. Looking every inch the Hollywood heart-throb, Brad beamed at Ines, 34, as they arrived hand in hand. They also cosied up to George and his wife, Amal, on the red carpet. “No doubt Angelina was upset about being overshadowed like this,” says one showbiz insider. “This is her first movie in three years and…

Richard Wilkins and his girlfriend, Mia Hawkswell, have sparked talk they’ve secretly wed, just three months after they moved in together in Sydney! Richard, 70, and celebrity makeup artist Mia, 47, recently enjoyed a holiday in Italy alongside their closest pals, including celebrity accountant Anthony Bell, his new girlfriend Annika Martyn, former NRL star Anthony Minichiello and his reality star wife Terry Biviano. The group celebrated together in Sardinia. “It would not be a surprise at all if Dickie and Mia actually tied the knot there,” a TV insider tells New Idea. “It’s the perfect location for an under-the-radar ceremony.” While there’s been no confirmation as yet, things are clearly serious between Richard and Mia. “They are smitten with one another,” our source adds.…

Luke McGregor readily confesses to New Idea that he had to confront a long list of fears to take part in The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. Luke 41, is competing with his mum, Julie, on the reality TV show – which meant sharing a hotel room together every night. “That’s not something I’ve done since I was a very little kid,” he explains. “I’ve got sleep apnea and Mum snores, so I was really worried about that aspect.” Being an introvert and having to ask strangers – who possibly don’t speak English – for help or directions also caused Luke to squirm. “Mum was so good at that,” he says. “If we were lost, I’d rather pace around in a circle for ages rather than speak to a stranger…

Cinnamon Doughnut Cheesecake with Jam Sauce SERVES 8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 30 MINS ■ ½ packet (250g) sweet biscuits ■ 6 cinnamon doughnuts ■ 100g unsalted butter, melted ■ Cinnamon sugar and whipped cream, to decorate FILLING ■ 500g cream cheese, chopped ■ ⅓ cup caster sugar ■ 1 tblsp cornflour ■ 1 tsp vanilla bean paste ■ ½ tsp ground cinnamon ■ 600ml tub thickened cream ■ 3 eggs JAM SAUCE ■ ½ cup raspberry jam 1 Invert the base of a 24cm round springform pan (base measures 23cm). Grease base and side. Line the base with baking paper. 2 Process biscuits in a food processor until they are finely crushed. Add two of the doughnuts (80g). Process to form fine crumbs. Add butter. Process until combined.…

LICKETY STICKS! Fans of Pana Organic’s lush plant-free goodies can now head to the ice-cream aisle for frozen dessert sticks that will tick all their sweet-treat boxes. With mouth-watering flavours such as Almond, Hazelnut and Coco Crunch, these Aussiemade vegan and organic ice-creams are an excellent option for those with dietaries. RRP $13.50, available at supermarkets. THE GOOD OIL Spring has sprung and what better way to celebrate than with lighter meals and new-season produce? A delicious Italian extra-virgin olive oil will really make your food sing, and Monini has you covered. Whether it’s slightly peppery Classico to drizzle on salads or grilled meats, or Delicato for fish and dressings, you’ll find the range available at supermarkets. Buon appetito! Potato Gem Brekkie Frittatas MAKES 12 PREP & COOK 35 MINS…

COOL MORNINGS If the temp drops, layer a sleeveless jumper vest under your suit jacket for warmth that won’t make you overheat. Tuck slightly into the waistband and add loafers. SUN’S OUT Graphic, oversized T-shirts will be a key trend this spring. Stay ahead of the curve and style one with a suit for a more relaxed, daytime feel. Add a classic belt to create more shape. AF TER DARK Suits aren’t just for the office. Spice things up with a sheer top that can take you from desk to dinner in a flash. Dress things up with layers of jewels and pointed heels. By Aimee Bruce. Stockists: cereslife.com, decjuba.com.au, glassons.com, hm.com/au, sheike.com.au, uniqlo.com/au, zara.com/au…

Catch Charlie on BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS Fri. 7pm on Channel 7 and in Better Homes and Gardens magazine every month. 62 1 MOW MORE The trick to a perfect lawn is as simple as mowing it more regularly. As the weather warms up and the lawn starts growing, make sure you mow it at least once a week. This will keep weeds down and give you healthier, thicker grass. 2USE FERTILISER Take your lawn to the next level by feeding it with a nitrogen-high fertiliser. This will really make your neighbours jealous of your green carpet and only needs to be done once a season. 3GET WEEDING Weed the garden beds to remove unnecessary competition for your plants so the ones you do want can look their best. Try…

Thriller SPEAK NO EVIL James McAvoy brings the thrills as one half of a couple who invites a family they’ve just met on holiday to spend a weekend at their country home. But all is not as it seems. IN CINEMAS THU. Family THE WILD ROBOT After becoming stranded on an uninhabited island, Roz the robot embraces its new surrounds, bonding with the island’s animals and becoming a gosling’s adoptive parent. IN CINEMAS THU. Sci-Fi UGLIES In a dystopian future, everyone gets mandatory cosmetic makeovers on their 16th birthday. Teen Tally (Joey King) rebels when her friend goes missing. PREMIERES FRI.ON NETFLIX…

Selma Blair Cuteness was on the menu as Selma stepped out for dinner in West Hollywood with her service dog, Scout. Essie Davis The actress supported her director husband, Justin Kurzel, as his film The Order premiered at the Venice Film Festival. The Fox sisters Noemie and Jessica never tire of spending koala-ity time together. The pair met a furry friend named in their honour at Wild Life Sydney Zoo. Margot Robbie The babymoon continues! Margot soaked up the sun in Palmarola, Italy with husband, Tom Ackerley. James Corden The Gavin and Stacey star was spied in Wales filming the sitcom’s new Christmas Special alongside Joanna Page and Ruth Jones. Emma Corrin There was no missing Emma in their bright green ensemble as they hit up a fashion party in…