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DANNY DYER He’s known for playing hard men but actor Danny (pictured above with son-in-law Jarrod Bowen and granddaughters Summer and Star) became a softie in 2021 when his daughter Dani, then 24, gave birth to her son Santiago (pictured right with Dani, Summer and Star). Speaking about becoming a grandfather at the age of 43, Danny said, ‘It’s odd to call myself granddad. It’s such an honour. In my head I’m still 20 in a way.’ He added, ‘I’ve just got to try and get my head around the fact that I could be a great-granddad by the time I’m 60. That’s what freaks me out more than anything else. Then a great great-granddad by the time I’m 80.’ KYM MARSH She’s one of the most glamorous grannies in…

Easy ways to improve your sleep If we want to improve our health (which I’m assuming we all do), then there are five topics – or markers – to think about. Nutrition, movement, sleep, our mind and, lastly, our social wellbeing. It’s tempting to focus only on nutrition (our diet) and movement (how much and what exercise we do) because we can see improvements in those visibly – our strength, energy levels and the fit of our clothes are all noticeable – but consistently good, deep slumber has a very positive effect on all of that and more. When we sleep, the body recovers, and recovery is a big deal when it comes to improved health. Our muscles become firmer, our bones denser and hormone production is regulated. What does…

How to tell if you’re overweight You don’t need to step on the scales to discover if losing a few pounds could help your physical and mental health Did you know that, in the UK, it’s estimated that around one in every four adults are living with obesity? The most-used method to assess if someone is overweight is body mass index (BMI). A BMI of 25 or more concludes you are overweight, and 30+ means obese, although this cut-off can vary between ethnicities. Either way, the use of BMI has been criticised as being too simplistic as it doesn’t take into account the difference between muscle and fat. SUBTLE SIGNS We know that being obese raises significant health concerns by increasing your chance of conditions such as type 2 diabetes,…

Staring at my ice cream, I couldn’t bring myself to look at the boy sitting opposite me. It was May 2003 and, aged 16, it was the first time I’d met Cade, then 19, but while most girls my age would be nervous on a first date, for me, there was much more at stake. Although Cade was a complete stranger to me, in just two days, he’d be my husband. Growing up in a breakaway Mormon sect – the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS) – in Canada, I’d always known I’d marry young. My older sister had married at 15, and now, it was my turn. The bishop of our 1,500-person community had matched me with Cade, but, as I picked at my sundae, the…

Hot off the catwalk, cherry is the colour of the year and we’re not just talking fashion. Bold, playful and punchy, cherry red is dominating interiors and is the perfect shade to cut through the gloom and warm things up as the season takes a darker turn. Paint it floor to ceiling on walls or make a statement with bold furniture pieces in high-shine lacquered finishes. MIX TONAL SHADES Layer different textures and finishes to add dimension to your scheme, from plush velvet and woven linens to smooth knits and silks in varying tones of cherry. Balance the heat with grounding neutrals, like soft cream, earthy brown and dark wood. CREATE A FOCAL POINT Paint walls in bold cherry red stripes and add sweeping curves that are easier on the…

IF YOU LOVE TO WIN PRIZES THEN VISIT comps.womanmagazine.co.uk If actor Zac Efron could star in any film in history, which one would he choose? To find out, solve the crossword then read down the shaded squares to find the four-word answer. ACROSS } DOWN ANSWERS DOWN: 1 Canoes, 2 Particular, 3 Digging, 4 Possesses, 5 Accompany, 6 Demi, 7 Street, 8 Caravan, 9 Surprise, 10 Pigeon, 19 Nest, 21 Open, 23 Appetite, 25 Polish, 26 Hurricane, 27 Discussed, 30 False, 31 Isolated, 33 Extra, 35 Behave, 38 Area, 41 Appointing, 42 Peel, 43 Startling, 44 Crocodile, 46 Peculiar, 49 Rattles, 50 At first, 51 Rounds, 52 Gallon, 54 Genius, 57 Chin. ACROSS: 11 Hawaii, 12 Orchestra, 13 Unit, 14 Hostages, 15 Olive, 16 Apples, 17 Seconds, 18 Punctuation, 20 Fools,…

Set on a luxury superyacht, one-off thriller The Woman in Cabin 10 stars Keira Knightley as journalist Lo Blacklock, who witnesses a passenger being thrown overboard during the night. When she tries to raise the alarm, nobody believes her, so she risks life and limb to uncover the truth. Here, the Atonement star reveals more… At the beginning of the story, Lo has been assigned to write a travel piece about the superyacht. What else can you tell us? She thinks writing a puff piece about the superyacht is going to be easy, but it turns into this very dramatic tale. She’s a serious journalist, and she’s embarrassed about going on the cruise and writing about the people on the yacht. Then she discovers that there’s more to the story…

VICTORIA: ‘WE ALL SUPPORT EACH OTHER’ Lady Victoria Beckham has opened up about her family values in an interview ahead of the release of her self-titled Netflix documentary series on 9 October. The singer-turned-fashion designer, who shares four children with husband Sir David Beckham, revealed, ‘We’re a very traditional family, much more than I think people would realise.’ When asked about her children – who include estranged son Brooklyn – supporting her big career moments Posh said, ‘That’s what we do. We all support each other. We always show up for each other,’ adding, ‘I’ve always tried to be the best mum and wife I can be.’ Victoria’s comments come after she became teary in the trailer for her series as she talked about making her family proud – and…

She’s best known as the wife of rock legend Rod Stewart – who she has been with for more than 25 years, and married to for 18 – but Penny Lancaster, 54, is very much her own woman. Mother of two, stepmum to six, her early career was spent modelling before training as a fitness instructor, then a photographer. These days she combines TV appearances with volunteering as a special constable. In her new autobiography, she reveals how she combines a celebrity lifestyle with charity work while being a warm, levelheaded mother, wife and friend. ‘You can reinvent yourself, and begin again’ You’ve been asked to write your story many times – so why now? I’ve done a lot of soul-searching since hitting the menopause during lockdown. It was a…

DRESS UP YOUR DENIM A reliable wardrobe staple, a denim dress gives the tough fabric a more feminine edge. Easy to dress up or down, we love how Ruth has highlighted her waist with a contrasting belt. Perfect for tricky in-between season dressing, finish with heeled boots and swap for trainers on more casual occasions. TRY A SILKY SUIT Head-to-toe tonal dressing always looks expensive and this luxe co-ord makes a stylish alternative to a dress. The silky material keeps it feeling fancy and the relaxed silhouette ensures all-day (and night) comfort. Amp up the glamour with some sparkly accessories and a quirky necklace. GO BOLD IN PRINTS A ready-made outfit with little effort required, a printed maxi dress is a fail-safe choice. Take note from Ruth and give yours…

ASDA Have a bit of fun with these slogan-printed cushions and fruit-themed pieces. TESCO Make a statement with dark woods and deep olive greens, perfect to create a cosy feel in any room. SAINSBURY’S Embrace autumn with nature-inspired accessories in soft, delicate shades of cream, rust and bronze. MORRISONS Dial up the joy in your home with a warm yellow palette. Include touches of terracotta and a few pumpkin patterns as the season progresses.…

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From Britain’s Got Talent and her renovation team-ups with Alan Carr to the breakfast radio show she co-hosts with Jamie Theakston, Amanda Holden is one busy woman. However, she’s now taken on a whole new role, that of game-show host on the BBC’s The Inner Circle. With a celebrity-led version of the programme airing just before Strictly (a regular version will air on weekdays), Amanda, 54, admits she’s delighted to be the ‘warm-up’ act for one of the corporation’s biggest shows. Here, we caught up with the star to talk all about her new project – and why, finally, she feels like she’s her own boss. What did you think when you got the call to host a brand-new game show? I wasn’t sure whether doing a game show was…

If we ever thought the ice between the Duchess of Sussex and Princess of Wales was thawing then it is time to take stock. Prince Harry’s recent visit to the UK – dubbed a not-royal royal tour – should have been a time for the King’s youngest son to eat humble pie and start repairing the damage his and Meghan’s ‘truth bombs’ have inflicted on the Royal Family over the past four years. Finally the Duke of Sussex could enjoy an audience with his father, the King. A chance to clear the air and begin the process of moving on, drawing a line in the proverbial sand. Instead, Harry did what he always seems to do and failed to stay quiet. Once again proving why he may no longer be…

FERGIE & ANDREW BACK ON? Was there ever a more bizarre royal relationship than that of Andrew and Fergie? Both are back in the news due to email exchanges with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Some have claimed that rumoured emails between the Duke of York and Epstein will ‘finish’ him should they be made public, while Fergie has been dropped as patron of children’s charity Julia’s House, and other charities, after new revelations about her relationship with the late billionaire emerged. The truth is that the public gave up on Andrew a long time ago. The once-respected Falklands War hero has arguably become a figure of excess, arrogance and contempt. His infamous interview with the BBC demonstrated some of the character traits that have made the prince a pariah. And paying…

Want to buzz with non-stop energy, sidestep hunger pangs in between meals and feel fabulous? The simplest way to get the best out of each day isn’t by counting every calorie or cutting out food groups – it’s about balancing what you put on your plate and that includes healthy fats, carbs and filling protein. Our experts share the right way to dish up at mealtimes and even the most-nutritious order to eat it in. From navigating a hotel buffet to grabbing a quick bite after a busy day, here’s what you need to know. Paint your dinnerware Need to get a handle on portion size? Downsizing your plate isn’t the only way to cut your portion size. The colour of your crockery can also make a big difference. ‘People…

Are you owed money? The number of Premium Bond prizes that go unclaimed rises each year. There’s currently more than £100m worth, which feels wrong four years into a cost-of-living crisis. While 99% of prizes are matched up with winners, 2.6m prizes languish unclaimed. The problem is many of us have forgotten we have Premium Bonds, we’ve moved house without updating our address, or we’ve simply lost track of bonds that were gifted to us when we were children. While there is a system for tracing lost accounts, critics say the process is too complicated, and bonds issued before digitisation are much harder to trace. That said, it could be time well spent. In 2023, a £100k prize was paid out, after a tracing request, to beneficiaries of a £10…

Blueberry Arctic roll We’ve given this retro favourite a low-fat makeover, with tangy frozen yogurt. SERVES 10 PREP 30 MINS, PLUS FREEZING COOK 10 MINS ✱ 2 x 500ml tubs vanilla frozen yogurt (3% fat)✱ 3tbsp 70% fruit blueberry jam✱ 125g golden caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling✱ 4 medium free-range eggs✱ ½tsp vanilla extract✱ 90g self-raising flour✱ Zest 1 lemon✱ 150g blueberries or other fruit, to serve You will need:✱ 30x21cm Swiss roll tin, lined with baking paper 1 Scoop the frozen yogurt into a bowl, let it melt a little, then mix through the jam to create a rippled effect. Scrape onto a sheet of baking paper and shape into a 20cm-long log. Wrap up the log and freeze for at least 2 hrs until it is solid.…

IT’S TIME TO REUNITE I’ve just returned from three magical days in the Lake District. Craggy mountains, mist over the fells, and the gentle hum of a Herdwick sheep or two. I stayed near Hill Top, once home to Beatrix Potter, and walked through a landscape beloved by William Wordsworth, the romantic poet who once appraised the ‘best portion of a good man’s life: his little nameless, unremembered, acts of kindness and love.’ It’s easy, when you’re standing in such beauty, to wonder why we make so much of the so-called North/South divide. On the long drive up, a giant sign on the M1 announced, almost like an opening scene from Game of Thrones: THE NORTH. It made me smile. I adore the romance of the Lakes, just as I…