Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 12, 2021 i WHO

Text me when you get home.” All of us have sent – and received – that text countless times before. The senseless murder of yet another woman has sent shock waves around the globe. Sarah Everard, just like Jill Meagher, Eurydice Dixon and Aiia Maasarwe, was walking home when she was kidnapped and killed. This week saw people unite to say“Enough is enough” and stand up against violence against women, which is endemic in every country and culture. Here in Australia one woman is killed every week – that’s unacceptable. Seeing people of all ages, backgrounds and genders take to the streets in protest this week filled me with hope for a brighter future for my daughter. Let’s not let  Everard be another statistic. To read our WHO special report…

BILLIE EILISH The singer, 19, won Record of the Year for her track ‘Everything I Wanted’, but devoted the first half of her speech to Megan Thee Stallion, telling the rapper and singer, “You deserve this.” H.E.R. The R’n’B singer, 23, won the Song of the Year gong for ‘I Can’t Breathe’, a track inspired by the Black Lives Matter rallies. “I didn’t imagine that my fear and that my pain would turn into impact,” she shared. MEGAN THEE STALLION The 26-year-old, who won three gongs on the night, made history by becoming the first female rapper to win Best Rap Song for ‘Savage’. She also won Best New Artist and Best Rap Performance.…

Adozen years after their first encounter at a 2005 baseball game, former New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez asked superstar Jennifer Lopez to dinner in 2017. “I didn’t know if it was a date,” Rodriguez revealed in a joint Vanity Fair interview with Lopez seven months later. When Lopez mentioned over dinner she was indeed single, Rodriguez made his move. “I went to the bathroom and got enough courage to send her a text,” he told the publication. The text read, “You look sexy AF,” spilled Lopez, adding the night went downhill from there. “The fire alarm went off, and we had to evacuate,” she shared. Four years later, alarm bells are ringing once again for Lopez, 51, and her fiancé. help. “Alex has had a problem texting girls for years,” one…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge put on brave faces as they fronted the public and media on March 11. The royals were getting back to work following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s bombshell allegations against the royal family. And as they visited School 21 in London to mark its reopening following the UK’s lockdown, Prince William was forced to vehemently deny accusations of racism. “We’re very much not a racist family,” the prince, 38, told gathered reporters. Revealing how fractured his relationship has become with his younger brother, William admitted he had not spoken to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex since their sit-down tell-all with Oprah Winfrey, 67, aired on March 7. “No, I haven’t spoken to [my brother] yet, but I will do,” he said. It’s the…

“Kobe and Gigi motivate me to keep going. They inspire me to try harder and be better every day”-VANESSA Some days the grief from losing her husband, Kobe Bryant, and their 13-year-old daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, brings Vanessa to her knees. “I can’t say that I’m strong every day,” she admits. “I can’t say that there aren’t days when I feel like I can’t survive to the next.” But while the world publicly mourned the NBA legend and “Gigi”, a budding basketball phenom in her own right, Vanessa, 38, quietly worked to rebuild a life for herself and her family, Natalia, 18, Bianka, 4, and 20-month-old Capri. She took charge of creative projects left unfinished at Granity Studios, the multimedia production company founded by…

The beauty industry is rife with jargon, obscure ingredients and technical terms. So in light of this confusion, we’re breaking down some common ingredients to cut through the noise and understand what all the fuss is about. The latest term on everyone’s lips post-summer is glycolic acid. Skin class is now in session with lead scientist Prudvi Mohan Kaka from the Deciem lab team. WHAT IS GLYCOLIC ACID? In short, “glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) used in products as a chemical exfoliant,” says Mohan Kaka. It also has a whole bunch of AHA siblings, too, including lactic, citric and mandalic acids. WHAT IS GLYCOLIC ACID USED FOR? Primarily, glycolic acid is used for getting rid of dead skin cells to promote a brighter, smoother complexion. SO, WHAT…

Simply after slight texture and waves that last just a couple of months? Goldwell’s new NuWave service could be your go-to. “This is an in-salon, semi-permanent service that effortlessly creates cascading waves, while leaving hair feeling as good as it looks,” says Rita Marcon, associate director of marketing and Education for Goldwell Australia. “It’s more to create gentle, free-flowing waves, instead of the spiral curls traditional perms produce. That’s not to say you can’t alter the intensity of the wave, there are multiple styles you can choose from, but this technology is for a more relaxed result that fades out within three months.” VERDICT: “ The application process is totally comfortable. In fact, the rollers used are made from fabric so they don’t dig in or pull. Overall, I was…

COOL DOWN We’ve found the Australian brands producing the perfect between-season collections that will see you through as the cooler weather hits! ENA PELLY Known for chic leather jackets, this sustainable Melbourne-based brand has extended its apparel offering to form a capsule wardrobe for the seasons ahead. Ethically sourced leather skirts paired with fitted knitwear is the signature style, which is the ultimate transeasonal look. It’ll get you through winter, too, teamed with their new faux fur jackets made from plastic bottles! ELKA COLLECTIVE Unlike other labels, these guys have released an autumn-only collection with light jackets, long skirts and ribbed knit dresses that are the perfect upgrade from our current arm- and leg-baring styles. With a focus on timeless garments that form an essential wardrobe, the collection marries fresh…

TOMATO & AVOCADO “Tomatoes contain a super anti-ageing nutrient called lycopene (this is what makes tomatoes red). The issue with lycopene is that without heat or fat it’s very poorly absorbed,”explains nutritionist and naturopath Michaela Sparrow. “By consuming some healthy fats such as olive oil, cheese, avocado or nuts, this will help enhance the absorption of the lycopene, giving you more of those amazing anti-ageing benefits.” TIP: Cooked tomatoes contain even more lycopene than raw ones. So have that Napoletana pasta you’ve been craving! SALMON & KALE “Vitamin K is a fat soluble nutrient so it needs some fat to help with absorption, but Vitamin K also plays a vital role in the utilisation of calcium,” Sparrow says. “A good way to ensure you’re getting enough of both is to…

He’s made his name starring in Neighbours and feel-good holiday films, so for his latest role in the horror film Dreamcatcher Travis Burns admits he was a bit out of his“comfort zone”. But as a“huge fan”of the genre, he couldn’t pass up the opportunity. Burns stars as Dylan, a famous musician known as DJ Dreamcatcher who is thrust together with a group of friends after a traumatic event.“They become trapped in a whirlwind 48 hours of violence and mayhem,”the 29-year-old actor tells WHO. “It’s a classic horror film.” Everything starts to go wrong at a music festival. What is the worst experience you’ve ever had at a music festival? I can’t say I’ve had one. But I do have a memorable moment from a festival at the Sidney Myer Music…

After discovering the real-life exploits of the Aussie women who served in the Auxiliary Service during the “forgotten war” in Burma during the 1940s, Kayte Nunn got inspiration for her sixth novel. “It’s about courage, truth, revenge and the power of female friendship,” she tells WHO of The Last Reunion. The story brings together five heroines you won’t be able to resist falling in love with. Bea, Plum, Bubbles, Joy and Lucy sign up in search of adventure before being assigned to run a mobile canteen in the jungle. Meant to be safe and out of harm’s way, the group quickly become embroiled in life-threatening battles of their own.“Until recently, history focused on the achievements and experiences of men,” Nunn explains. “But it’s only half the story.” (The Last Reunion…

1 George’s marriage drama Playing womaniser Doug Ross launched George Clooney to fame. But after his wife Amal binged ER during lockdown, it turns out she wasn’t a fan. “It’s getting me in a lot of trouble because I’d forgotten all of the terrible things [Doug] was doing [like] picking up on women,” he told the SmartLess podcast. 2 Matthew’s career change He’s declared himself the “Minister for culture” in Texas, but it turns out that actor Matthew McConaughey is seriously considering a career change to politics. While appearing on the Crime Stoppers of Houston podcast, he said running for governor in his home state is “a true consideration”. 4 Ken turns 60 Celebrating his 60th birthday this month, Barbie’s main man got a makeover by Berluti’s creative director, Kris…

After visiting a friend on the night of March 3, Sarah Everard did everything a woman is “supposed” to do when walking alone at night. The 33-year-old’s 50-minute journey through Clapham Common to her home in Brixton at 9pm saw her take one of South London’s most populated and well-lit paths. She wore bright clothing and rang her boyfriend to check in – ending the call by discussing their plans for the following day. But Everard never made it home that night. A week later, the police discovered human remains in bushland in Kent – roughly an hour away from where Everard was last seen. The body was formally identified as the marketing executive through the use of dental records on March 12. That same day, Metropolitan Police officer Wayne…

MAFS catfights are so 2020! Joanne says it’s the boys who behave badly this year. “The boys are bitches,” she tells WHO. “The previous seasons it’s always been the girls that can’t stand each other. So it’s good to see that guys actually fight and can be bitchy, instead of always making out that only girls are nasty.” In fact, Jo says it was just one big love-fest amongst the ladies! “There was no backstabbing or nastiness amongst the girls whatsoever,” she admits. “None of the girls put each other down.”…

CLOSE-KNIT CREW Vanessa and Kobe raised their four daughters as a loving team. “Family always came first to us,” says Vanessa (with Kobe and, clockwise from top, Gigi, Capri, Natalia and Bianka in 2019). YOUNG LOVE Vanessa grew up in Huntington Beach, California, and met Kobe in 1999 when she was 17 and he was 20. The couple married in 2001. HONOURING A LEGEND The family was on hand at the Staples Center when Kobe’s two LA Lakers jersey numbers, 8 and 24, were retired, on Dec. 18, 2017. BIRTHDAY KISSES “I love you so much sweet baby,” Vanessa posted on Instagram to Gianna on her 11th birthday, on May 1, 2017. #GIRLDAD On Father’s Day last year, Vanessa called Kobe (with, from left, Gigi, Capri, Bianka and Natalia in…

$14.50 The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7%Toning Solution adorebeauty.com.au Formulated to target uneven skin texture and lacklustre tone, this toning solution contains a potent seven per cent of glycolic acid, as well as amino acids for skin repair, aloe vera and Tasmanian pepperberry to soothe irritation and redness. $64 SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser adorebeauty.com.au Cleanse and exfoliate at the same time? Yes please! In addition to glycolic acid, this radiance-enhancing cleanser also features one per cent phytic acid to boost clarity, as well as aloe leaf extracts and glycerin to fight inflammation. $129 Alpha-H Liquid Gold Midnight Reboot Serum alpha-h.com Not for the faint-hearted, this industry-first formulation combines two miracle workers, glycolic acid and granactive retinoid, to help reboot and transform your skin while you sleep. $44 Paula’s Choice Daily SmoothingTreatment…

If you’re now a convert and want to road-test the curly shag, here’s what you need to know so you can nail the modern perm look … DO … GET A HAIRCUT BEFORE HAND “Make sure your stylist cuts your hair into a longer version of the shape you want,” says Monkman. “Curls bounce up so you need extra length to accommodate for the extra bounce!” The cut that’s really getting our attention this season is the shaggy permed fringe, but be extra careful about length with this particular cut since, as we all know, a fringe can make or break a cut. DON’T … CUT YOUR HAIR IMMEDIATELY AFTER Cutting your locks post-perm can weaken the curl. And again, if you’re looking to get a chop before undergoing the…

The pandemic has taught us that life can throw curve balls at the most unexpected times. And if you do find yourself in a sticky situation, it helps to have a safety net. Think of it as a kind of financial first-aid kit that you hope you’ll never need – but should have at all times. In her book Ditch the Debt and Get Rich, finance expert Effie Zahos explains how to be prepared. BUILDING AN EMERGENCY FUND Having money stashed away can make life less stressful when expensive surprises crop up. That way you won’t have to rely on credit cards or other loans to get you out of trouble. It can be hard to put money away regularly if you’re just trying to get by but, ideally, you…

ARIES MAR. 20-APR. 18 Healing is such a buzzword now. There’s a reason for that. Consider the areas in your life you need to heal. Maybe you need to heal emotionally, spiritually, sexually or physically. Think about what healing would look like for you and keep that vision in your head. Reflecting isn’t your strong suit, but you’ll be glad if you can. TAURUS APR. 19-MAY 20 It’s possible you might be feeling restless or stuck in a rut. Your best bet is to throw yourself into your friendships. They might not be perfect but they will provide a welcome break from everything else. Your friends are your fortune now and always. The opportunities you seek come from who you know, not what you know. GEMINI MAY 21-JUN. 20 The…

You may not yet be totally familiar with artist Gordi, aka Sophie Payten, but you may have heard her atmospheric music in The Vampire Diaries, The Walking Dead and To All the Boys: PS I Still Love You. Last year, Gordi, 28, released her acclaimed second album, Our Two Skins, and recently released the track ‘Dino’s’ with Alex Lahey – while also working as a doctor in a Sydney hospital! What have been some recent highs and lows? The lowest point was certainly March 2020. Tour after tour was cancelled, so I flew home early from London and suddenly found myself with nothing to do. Once I accepted what had happened, I was able to move on and experience highs again: performing at the Sydney Opera House, speaking at the…

Fans are used to seeing Taylor Swift reign supreme and it was no different at the 2021 Grammy Awards. The singer, 31, had a productive 2020 by releasing two albums – the first of which, Folklore, was recognised at the event on March 14 with her Album of the Year win. “You guys met us in this imaginary world that we created and we can’t tell you how honoured we are forever by this,” Swift gushed. It was also a fruitful night for her fellow female artists as well (see breakout), with Beyoncé, 39, becoming the most awarded woman in Grammys history after scooping up the trophy for Best R’n’B Performance – her fourth of the night. “I am so honoured, I’m so excited,” she gushed. The singer’s daughter, Blue…

A lot has changed for the Kardashian-Jenner clan since they first burst onto the scene with the premiere episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians in October 2007. In addition to the ups and downs provided by their soap opera-worthy storylines, the changing faces of one of the world’s most-watched families have provided a source of endless speculation as we head into the family’s 20th – and final – season of the hit show. The family have been open about their style secrets and beauty tips, and have cashed in along the way with their booming beauty empires. Still, they have mostly kept coy about the seemingly unnatural evolution of their fuller lips, thinner noses and physics-defying curves. On top of having an on-call glam squad of hair and makeup…

On February 24, the singer’s former husband Liam Hemsworth enjoyed a loved-up beach date in Byron Bay with girlfriend Gabriella Brooks, along with his dog Dora and the French bulldog they adopted together. The pair, who started dating four months after Hemsworth’s divorce from Cyrus was filed, have gotten serious in recent months.“Liam feels like he found the perfect woman,” a source tells Hollywood Life. Meanwhile, Cyrus’ most recent ex, Simpson, has reignited his passion for his first love – swimming. He has qualified for the Australian Olympic trials in the 100m butterfly, meaning he could compete at the delayed Tokyo 2021 games and also has his sights set on Paris 2024. He’s also moved on romantically, dating model Marloes Stevens since November.…

It was the scandal that shocked the world and put Lori Loughlin and Felicity Huffman behind bars. And a new documentary from Netflix is about to shine a light on what really went down during the 2019 college admissions scandal in the US. Named after the FBI investigation that resulted in over 50 of America’s most wealthy and elite citizens being indicted, Operation Varsity Blues goes beyond the celebrity-driven headlines to reveal how the scam’s enigmatic mastermind pulled it off. William “Rick” Singer was paid over $32 million between 2011 to 2018 by desperate parents who wanted to secure spots for their kids at some of the most prestigious universities in the US, including Harvard and North Western. The college admissions counsellor, who had over two decades of experience, told…

Early years “I was just really quiet,” Bettany says of his childhood. A Beautiful Mind Bettany played the roommate of math genius John Nash (Russell Crowe) in the 2001 Oscar winner. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World The 2003 film reunited Bettany, as a ship surgeon, with Crowe, as captain. The Da Vinci Code Bettany (with Audrey Tautou) portrayed malevolent monk Silas in the 2006 Tom Hanks hit. WandaVision The actor and Elizabeth Olsen reprise their roles of Vision and Wanda for the Disney Plus series. Avengers: Age of Ultron Initially voicing computer system JARVIS, Bettany became android hero Vision in the Marvel universe.…

Named in memory of Kobe and Gigi (above) and embodying the vision they championed, the newly relaunched Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation is dedicated to creating equal opportunity for underserved athletes and young women in sports. “As with so many industries, women aren’t prioritised as athletes,” says Vanessa, who serves as president of the board of directors. “We want to provide girls with opportunities to showcase their talent – and to feel just as important as boys do, because they deserve it.” In addition to plans for providing funding and sports programming, Vanessa is working with companies, including Nike, on fundraising and charitable partnerships.…

This season’s boldest accessories aren’t sitting in your closet – they’re on your face! Whether you’re looking to laminate, upsize, or achieve sculpted, sleek brows, Mecca Max have it all in their newly released Brow Guru product range. The new 100 per cent vegan and cruelty-free Super Soap, Super Soaper Brow Kit and new and improved Tinted Gels join their original Brow Guru line-up. They’ll be your secret to creating power brows at home.…

The “curly shag” has been on the up and up of late, repeatedly featuring as a front runner when it comes to 2021 hair trends. Don’t worry, it’s had a bit of a chic update compared to what you would’ve seen in the ’70s. Along with the return of this retro ’do comes the reprise of another old-school style we never thought would see the light of day again – the perm! Yep, the popular ’80s and ’90s look has once again piqued our interest after spotting the likes of Hollywood stars Emma Stone and Jaime King rocking the style, cementing it as the latest celebrity hair trend to try. To get the skinny on this refreshed obsession with perms, we spoke to Dana Monkman of hairdressing brand Toni and…

When it comes to skin, I add things depending on how mine feels. Alpha-H’s glycolic acid is incredible but it’s very concentrated, so you need to give your skin a break from time to time. My night serums are all from Biologique Recherche. I’VE LEARNED THAT: While resurfacing acids make your skin smoother and clearer, they can sometimes make it feel weaker, so sometimes I make my own rice serum to soothe skin. Simply soak white rice in hot water for four hours and then rub the grains between your fingers to make a paste. Refrigerate the paste and then apply to skin as a mask. TO LOOK YOUNGER: I use bronzer to contour my nose and cheekbones. It instantly makes my face look rounder and sun-kissed. TO KEEP MY…

“I've never been a huge fan of animal print – in fact, I don’t think I’d ever worn it before writing this piece! However, I was inspired to change my ways after seeing a shot of Camille Charriere in zebra print pants. I loved her modern take on the ‘safari’ trend – as well as the elegant pairing of the pants with a show-stopping Attico feather bustier. So I decided to step outside of my comfort zone and trial the wild print for a week, and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised at how versatile this pattern could be. It was actually incorporated into my day-to-day wardrobe so easily. It's safe to say I’m now an animal print girl!” PAIGE McMILLAN, FASHION EDITOR HOW TO WEAR IT TO…

When it comes to choosing the right car insurance, it’s important to prepare for the unexpected. Stella Insurance will cover you for the basics like theft and accidental damage, but could also cover those additional costs you may not have anticipated – such as emergency accommodation and transport, baby gear, child safety seats, and up to $1000 worth of personal items (such as your handbag).* Visit stellainsurance.com.au to find out more. *Policy terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply. Products distributed by Stella Underwriting ABN 72633811319 as an Authorised Rep AR 001282046 of Allstate Insurance P/L AFSL 239010. The issuer is QBE Insurance (Australia) Limited AFSL 239545. Read the PDS at stellainsurance.com.au to decide if this insurance is right for you.…

Ricky’s favourite Arroz Con Pollo SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 6 bone-in chicken thighs 1 tsp salt ½ tsp cumin ¼ tsp pepper 2 tbsp vegetable oil ½ cup frozen peas FOR THE RICE 1 onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups long-grain rice 2 cups chicken stock 400g can diced tomatoes 2 tsp cumin 1 tsp annatto powder 1 tsp oregano ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 bay leaf METHOD 1 Season the chicken thighs with salt, cumin and pepper. 2 Heat the oil in a Dutch oven (or flameproof casserole dish) over medium-high heat and place the chicken thighs in the pot to brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. 3 To the same pot, add the…

They are the funniest foursome working in Australian TV today. And ahead of the return of Network Ten’s hit lifestyle program The Living Room, WHO sat down with the hosts to get the lowdown on all the behind-the-scenes antics. Luckily for us, Amanda Keller, 59, Chris Brown, 42, Miguel Maestre, 41, and Barry Du Bois, 60, aren’t afraid to name and shame their co-stars, and reveal what really happens around the set when the cameras are off. All in the name of good fun, of course! Which of you is the messiest around the studio? DU BOIS I’m the messiest in the green room. Miguel is very clean, always spotless. When we work together, he’ll have me wiping down benches. I’m more likely to leave clothes around and forget things.…

Aussie drag icon Courtney Act has teamed up with her best friend Vanity for a weekly no-topic-is-off-limits look at life in their new podcast Brenda, Call Me!. “We’ve been best friends for 20 years but we couldn’t be more different,” Act tells WHO. “So we’re constantly inspiring and still learning from each other.”The result is a hilarious weekly overview of everything, from current affairs and politics to their love-life and dating disasters. (Streaming now)…

RECIPE FOR A PERFECT WIFE by Karma Brown In this captivating dual narrative novel, a modern-day woman finds inspiration in hidden notes left around her home by a ’50s housewife. Their similarities cause her to examine the foundation and sexism of her own marriage. (Out now) THE SMASH UP by Ali Benjamin Life for Ethan and Zo used to be simple. But after moving to a rural community, Zo transforms into an activist for the #MeToo movement. When Ethan’s old company gets caught up in the scandal, he starts to question his whole life. (Out now) THE MOROCCAN DAUGHTER by Deborah Rodriguez Amina returns to her childhood home in Morocco to attend her sister’s wedding with her secret American husband Max. But Max is also hiding things and Amina is…

SCOOT ON OVER LONDON Just days before she gave birth to her daughter, Pippa Middleton was out riding around the streets of London with son Arthur, 2. DROP THE MIC INSTAGRAM Shakira had fans in a state of excitement when she revealed that she was “cooking something” in the music studio recently. FEELING FREE MALIBU Kaia Gerber may have taken to Instagram to show off her jumper – it’s from her collaboration with brand Bleusalt – but all anyone could focus on was those pins! “Legs for days,” commented one fan. DREAMING OF SUNNY DAYS INSTAGRAM It may only be spring in the US, but Eva Longoria was dreaming of sunshine when she posted this flashback shot from a past vacation. “Rain, rain, go away!” she captioned the stunning bikini…

“Pokémon cards are cool again. Low-rise jeans are back. There’s an Olsen sister on television – WHAT YEAR IS IT SOMEONE HELP ME” Conan O’Brien, on previous decades’ trends making a comeback, on Twitter. “I would give anything to talk to Beyoncé” Drew Barrymore, on her dream talk show guest, on the Today show. “There’s always going to be conversations about LeBron trying to do everything Michael [did]. But I’ve gotten older, and you know who you are. You know what you stand for” LeBron James, on being compared to Michael Jordan, to Entertainment Weekly. “If you didn’t want to talk about it I’d give you 48 hours and I’d show up at your house” Halle Berry, on how she deals with ghosting, on her Instagram series Bad and Booshy.…

Last time someone impressed me When Sarah Harris started speaking fluent Arabic when I co-hosted Studio 10 with her recently – talented lady! Last thing I spent too much money on for myself or family Always family. Right now, my daughter wants a monkey so I’m trying to find a way to smuggle one in for her. She’s a daddy’s girl. Last dream I had I dream all the time. The last dream I had, I was stuck on Wanda [Beach] sand dunes by myself and couldn’t find anyone. I think there’s a deeper meaning to this. Last time I was starstruck Two weeks ago when I met Waleed Aly, what a great bloke he is! If I had to run in The Amazing Race Australia, I would do it…