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She’s renowned for her youthful complexion and flaunting that incredibly toned physique in showstopping outfits on BGT, but Amanda Holden refuses to be a slave to the scales. The TV star, 54, insists it’s no mystery, her success is down to staying consistent and never counting calories. ‘I eat everything, I drink everything. Life is too short to be strict – I don’t diet.’ We love her even more! While Amanda credits part of her appearance to old-fashioned ‘good genetics’, she admits to following a committed beauty regime, having healthy meals, regular exercise and tweakments. She reveals she’s a ‘Peloton freak’ and regularly does a daily bike class or a run, which is ‘non-negotiable’. Amanda works out in her home gym, and switches up her regime with swimming, hiking, cold-water…

FULL THROTTLE FOR THE KING You’ve got to applaud King Charles. He’s still receiving weekly treatment for his cancer, yet fulfilling his commitments – including his red boxes full of government papers every night. In fact, Charles appeared to give a candid update to florist Safeena Khan while he and the Queen were on a trip to Bradford. According to PA Media, Safeena asked the monarch about his current health, and recalling their conversation, she said, ‘He asked me how I was, and I asked him how he was…’ In response, King Charles gave her the ‘thumbs-up’ and said, ‘I’d like to think I’m on the better side [of my cancer journey].’ And he is clearly feeling well, as Palace aides are packing his diary with engagements, including, it seems,…

TRY COLOUR DRENCHING Photographed for Woman&Home’s May issue, cover star Susanna wowed in cool blues and greens. This tonal approach, often called ‘colour drenching’, pairs varying shades of the same hue to create a cohesive, effortlessly stylish look. SMARTEN UP YOUR STRIPES A ‘deckchair’ striped shirt brings playful pops of colour to your outfit, while crisp cotton keeps the look polished. Paired with sharp white trousers and her signature court shoes, Susanna channels the perfect blend of seaside nostalgia and timeless style. ADD A POP OF COLOUR A devoted fan of the shirt dress, Susanna makes the most of its flattering tie waist and versatile long sleeves. Cinching the waist creates an hourglass silhouette, which helps to balance the proportions of the upper and lower body.…

It’s normal for things to slow down in the bedroom as the years pass. ‘Life gets busy,’ says sex and relationships expert Annabelle Knight from Lovehoney. ‘Routines take over and sometimes sex just doesn’t make it to the top of the list. But that doesn’t mean the spark is gone for good, it just needs a little rekindling.’ Here’s how to relight the fire in your partner – and yourself! Mix up the setting One easy way to spice things up is to take sex out of the bedroom, says Annabelle. A change of scene can work wonders when familiarity with our partner has made things too predictable. ‘Try getting frisky somewhere unexpected,’ she says. ‘A steamy shower, a cheeky kitchen moment (careful with the hot pans!) or getting handsy…

Funny, bright, curious and kind, my son Dan, 16, was excelling in sixth form. He performed in school productions, was voted Prom King and runner-up as Most Likely to Become Prime Minister. Outside of school, he was seeing his friends and girlfriend, learning the guitar, reading widely, attending church and helping older people in the community with gardening and errands. He came home from school one Friday in January 2014 and asked to go to a party that evening. After the usual discussion about where he was going and with who and how to stay safe, my husband Tim and I allowed him to go. The party was finishing very late, but we finally settled on 3am as his time to be home. We’d discussed the dangers of drugs many…

A qualified vet for 12 years, Emma Marchington currently teaches veterinary medicine in Surrey. Let’s talk about poo! More people are paying attention to nutrition and its impact on health, and this is extending to our pets – especially dogs. As a vet, it’s encouraging that owners care about what goes into their dog’s food – but navigating all of the information can be overwhelming. So let’s lay out some basics. A dog’s gut plays several vital roles: digesting food, absorbing nutrients, managing waste, regulating water and supporting the immune system. Keeping your dog’s gut healthy is essential for their wellbeing, so making informed dietary choices matters. Tummy trouble Q My dog is prone to an upset stomach. Is there anything I can do to help him? A It’s always…

HABITAT AT SAINSBURY’S Standout stripes will add some fun to your garden and will make a chic match for both traditional wooden furniture and modern metal designs. If you’re lacking space, opt for clever foldaway pieces like this tray table. NUTMEG AT MORRISONS Add a rustic touch to your al fresco plans with soft green tones and countryside-inspired prints. Smash-proof plastic jugs and tumblers are perfect for a picnic lunch on the lawn, and add a vintage feel to your sandwiches with a classic wicker basket. M&S Strong jewel shades and bold patterns will work together nicely to add some wow factor to an old table and chair set in need of a pick-me-up. Use a rug as a stylish base to pull the area together and stay cosy once…

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It’s been 25 years since Coronation Street’s Eileen Grimshaw turned up in Weatherfield, but now she’s leaving the cobbles and drama behind to start a new life in Thailand. Here, Sue Cleaver, who plays her, reveals more… Having returned for his Aunty Julie’s funeral, Eileen’s son Jason asks his mum to go back to Thailand with him and be his business partner at the bar he runs out there. How does she react? She thinks, ‘What do I have? Why can’t I?’ She’s very fond of [her partner] George, but she knows she’s settling. It’s an amazing opportunity. She doesn’t have anything to lose. Everybody’s always come before her; she’s neglected her own needs in a way. She’s thinking, ‘What have I done with my life? Where am I? What…

WHY DO SO MANY WOMEN HATE THEIR HUSBANDS? We’ve heard all the excuses. There’s the seven-year itch. Then, there’s the pitter-patter of tiny feet, which is delightful but a major passion killer. And, sure, perimenopause wreaks havoc with your hormones. But let’s cut through the clichés – why do women in their 40s really start to hate their husbands? So many smart, capable, usually upbeat women I know have started to sound quietly furious. Why? It might have something to do with the fact that in 2025, women are still doing 70-80% of the invisible, unpaid and thankless ‘stuff’. We’re the social secretaries, the sock-matchers, the fridge fillers, the school WhatsApp readers, the emotional barometers of every member of the household. And while we’re at it, we’re holding down full-time…

Is Sharon OK? Sharon Osbourne looked a shadow of her former self when she was pictured in Los Angeles the other day, prompting concern from fans. Her almost unrecognisable appearance comes after the former X Factor judge, 72, revealed she was struggling to put on weight after using and then giving up weight-loss jabs. ‘Sharon didn’t need to lose weight in the first place. She really doesn’t look well now,’ commented one fan, as another echoed, ‘She looks terribly unwell.’ A third added, ‘She looks aged and very frail.’ Last year, in an exclusive interview with Woman, Sharon opened up about not being able to gain weight despite quitting Ozempic. She said, ‘I don’t know [why]. The doctors can’t figure it out. But I think it’s just because I’m getting…

ADELE Adele had a dramatic transformation following her split from ex-husband Simon Konecki in 2019. The singer, 37, hit the gym hard, resulting in her losing around 7st. ‘Working out, I would just feel better. It was never about losing weight, it was always about becoming strong and giving myself time every day without my phone,’ she said at the time, adding, ‘I needed to get addicted to something to get my mind right. It could have been knitting, but it wasn’t.’ DAISY MAY COOPER Following her split from ex-husband Will Weston in 2021, actor Daisy underwent a huge upheaval. The star, 38, lost an incredible 10st after implementing a keto diet, which cuts out carbs. ‘I wasn’t healthy [before the weight loss]. I couldn’t breathe when I was walking up…

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Moroccan spiced chicken thighs A shop-bought spice mix adds flavour to this sweet and smoky dish. SERVES 4PREP 15 MINS, PLUS 5-6 HRS BRININGCOOK 20-25 MINS ✱ 8 skin-on chicken thighs✱ 1tbsp olive oil✱ 3tsp ras el hanout (or use baharat)✱ 2-3tbsp runny honey For the brine: 150g sea salt 100g granulated sugar For the couscous: 150g wholewheat couscous 1tsp bouillon powder 1tbsp olive oil 2tsp harissa 20g fresh mint, chopped 30g fresh parsley, chopped 3 spring onions, finely chopped Juice 1 lemon 50g toasted pine nuts 1 For the brine, put the salt and sugar in a pan, add 1ltr water, and bring to the boil. Boil for 1 min until the salt and sugar have dissolved. Remove from the heat, add another 1ltr cold water and set aside.…

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It was a funny sort of olive branch. In one breath Prince Harry said he wanted reconciliation with his estranged family. Yet by doing another TV interview and hurling more accusations at those that he admitted may never forgive him, he surely made the situation worse. It means it’s even less likely that his father, brother and sister-in-law will ever make up with him. In fact, I gather that for Prince William and Princess Kate, reconciliation will never happen. There is no trust there – and when William becomes King it’s thought he intends to strip Harry and Meghan of their Royal Highness (HRH) titles. One friend told me the Sussexes’ behaviour had been ‘absolutely vile’ since they stepped down from royal duties and that Harry’s BBC interview after he…

Having found fame with the Spice Girls three decades ago, Geri Halliwell-Horner sure knows a thing or two when it comes to the pop world. Her extraordinary life has seen her dominate the charts with hits such as Wannabe, carve out a solo singing career and count the late, great, musician George Michael as a dear friend. But the It’s Raining Men singer adopted a new image away from the world of pop 10 years ago, when she tied the knot with Formula 1 bigwig and Red Bull Racing Principal, Christian Horner, 51. Sadly, their marriage faced a rocky patch last year when the motor sport star was caught up in a ‘sexting scandal’ – of which he has since been cleared. But the couple – who share an eight-year-old…

This season, yellow has taken over and there’s no better way to embrace this colour trend than wearing it top-to-toe in a bold, statement suit. Dress it up with strappy heels and gold jewellery, or keep it sharp and sophisticated with classic ballet flats and a structured bag. The best part? You can grab both pieces for under £40. Ladies, run, don’t walk, to your nearest Primark store! Blazer, £24, sizes xs-xl, trousers, £14, sizes 6-20, both Primark…

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Are you a nail-biter? Prone to daydreaming? Or love a bit of gossip? We all have bad habits that can make us feel guilty. But, in reality, some of these actually work in your favour. ‘Some bad habits are obviously not good for you, such as smoking, but others depend on your personal preferences and the context of the habit,’ says hypnotherapist and occupational psychologist Jivan Dempsey. It’s where and when you perform them that determines their impact on your physical or mental wellbeing. So, it’s time to stop worrying and instead embrace the positives of these pesky habits… 1 Being messy Chaos generates creativity. Disorder seems to inspire our imaginations, according to one study*, where 48 individuals were assigned to a messy or tidy room and then asked to…

Is money anxiety holding you back? We all feel anxious about our finances from time to time. But have you ever made a financial decision that didn’t seem logical and wondered why? You’re not alone — there’s even a new term for it: money dysmorphia. It’s when a person has a distorted view of their own finances that leads them to make poor decisions. With social media fuelling unrealistic comparisons and constant negative news about the cost-of-living crisis, it’s no surprise that many people are experiencing financial anxiety. TELLTALE SIGNS ✱ Does checking your bank balance cause you stress or panic, or do you feel guilty about how much you earn or save? ✱ Do you have self-sabotaging financial habits? Do you often cover the costs for other people, such…

Fresh strawberry cake Serve warm for pudding with a scoop of ice cream, or cool with a cuppa. SERVES 8PREP 30 MINSCOOK 1 HR 10 MINS ✱ 175g butter, softened✱ 175g golden caster sugar✱ 2 medium free-range eggs✱ 175g ground almonds✱ 175g self-raising flour✱ 1tsp ground cinnamon✱ 500g strawberries, hulled and halved✱ Icing sugar, for dusting You will need: ✱ 23cm loose-based cake tin, greased and lined 1 Heat the oven to 160C Fan. Cream the butter and sugar until the mix is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and 2tbsp warm water. Mix in the ground almonds, flour and cinnamon. 2 Spoon half the mixture into the tin and spread to the edges. Scatter most of the strawberries on top (reserve a few small halves), then spread the…

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