Indholdsfortegnelse for 26th Jan 2026 i Woman

HOOK-UPS AND BREAK-UPS While celebs like Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn were hooking up, others, such as Reese Witherspoon and husband of seven years Ryan Phillippe, were splitting. In the UK, Kerry Katona and Brian McFadden divorced after four years of marriage, while Abbey Clancy and Peter Crouch began dating. HEY, TAY! She’s now a global pop sensation, with 12 studio albums and four re-released records under her belt. But back in 2006, we were only just hearing of Taylor Swift. In October, the singer, then 16, released her debut self-titled album, catapulting her into the spotlight – but nobody knew just how big she’d make it over the next two decades. LEONA LEWIS WON THE X FACTOR Leona took the crown in the third series of the ITV show,…

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SHAME ON THE SYSTEM I was disgusted to read that a female GP has been suspended by the General Medical Council (GMC) for five months for the unforgivable crime of failing to juggle the immense pressures of work and young children. My heart breaks for Dr Helen Eisenhauer (inset), who has been punished and publicly shamed not for clinical negligence or harming patients but for blocking out appointments so she could collect her children from school by 6pm (the latest time they could be picked up, it is worth noting). Dr Eisenhauer admitted falsifying appointments after reporting herself to the GMC, citing sleep deprivation linked to parenting responsibilities – words that will resonate painfully with millions of mothers. Instead of support, understanding or flexibility, she received humiliation – amplified further…

THE BECKHAMS’ SAGA CONTINUES It may be a new year but the Beckham family feud shows no sign of letting up – despite David and Victoria’s pleas for reconciliation. It has now been revealed that in the summer Brooklyn, 26, sent his parents a legal notice asking them to contact him only via lawyers. It also instructs them not to ‘tag’ him in social media posts, something both had been doing in an attempt to reconcile. Now Brooklyn’s younger brother Cruz, 20, has revealed that the aspiring chef ‘blocked’ his parents and siblings on Instagram. A source revealed that Posh and Becks feel ‘utterly bemused and devastated by this latest turn of events’, adding, ‘There is no malice from their part, only concern.’ The insider continued, ‘[Reconciliation is] all anyone…

Love Claudia Winkleman’s Traitors style? Meet the coat that single-handedly gives you the countryside-chic look for a lot less. This checked beauty is full of ‘weekend in the country’ charm but brings a little polish with its leather trim. Style it with chunky knits and jeans for an off-duty Claudia moment, or throw it over a tonal roll-neck and tailored trousers for a smarter alternative. Coat, £42, sizes s-xl, Primark…

Best… bargain Monday Haircare Deep Moisture Hair Mask, £4.99, Superdrug If your hair is particularly parched, focus on nourishing formulas that hydrate, leaving it feeling softer and more manageable. This affordable option is blended with shea butter, keratin and argan oil for a triple-pronged attack against dryness. Best for… build-up Cantu Guava Pre-Cleanse Treatment, £9, lookfantastic.com If you use a lot of styling products, it’s important to use a clarifying treatment regularly (ideally monthly) to wash them all away. Otherwise, it can lead to a build-up forming, which leaves hair limp and can impact your scalp. This is easy-to-use, with the nozzle helping you reach every corner. Best for… using overnight L’Oréal Elvive Hydra Hyaluronic Acid Overnight Hydrating Cream, £12.99, Boots Have you considered a night cream for your hair?…

Christmas presents still sitting on the side? Or maybe you spotted a pile of junk in a corner of the loft when you put the decorations away. Clothes, books, old documents… so much stuff. Research by eBay found that, on average, we each have £2,600 worth of unwanted possessions in our homes. But these things don’t just take up physical space – they hog our mental space, too. January is a great time to have a clear-out and declutter – and it could help improve your physical and mental health. Here’s how. Messing with your head By getting rid of items you no longer use, you make room in your life. This not only makes your surroundings more enjoyable, but it also improves your mental health. ‘An overcrowded environment can…

Chicken club sandwich This healthier twist on a meal deal favourite is packed with energy-boosting goodies. SERVES 2 PREP 10 MINS COOK 5 MINS ✱ 1 ripe avocado ✱ 1 spring onion, thinly sliced ✱ 2tbsp chopped basil, parsley or dill✱ 2tbsp Greek yogurt✱ 4 smoked bacon medallions✱ 4 slices brown bread (we used sourdough), toasted✱ 4 slices cooked chicken breast✱ 4 lettuce leaves✱ 2 jarred red peppers, sliced 1 In a small bowl, mash the avocado and stir in the spring onion, herbs and yogurt. Season and set aside. 2 Fry the bacon in a dry frying pan over a medium heat for 5 mins on each side, until crisp. Pat with a sheet of kitchen paper to remove any excess fat. 3 Spread the avocado mixture on the toast, then…

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There’s a fairy-tale vibe in the fourth series of Bridgerton as it turns its attention to bohemian Benedict (Luke Thompson), the second eldest son among the Bridgerton siblings. At a masquerade ball the free-spirited artist is enamoured by the mysterious Lady in Silver, unaware that the masked woman is actually a maid called Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha). Will love conquer all, even if it means forming a frowned-upon connection in high society? Here, Yerin reveals more… What was it like to join Bridgerton for its fourth fabulous season? It has been quite daunting to join such an established cast and show, but I tried not to think about it too much. I just tried to focus on the story and the script and do the best I could. And everyone…

MORE BAD NEWS FOR MEGHAN AND HARRY Despite Prince Harry being scheduled to be in London this week for another court case, he won’t see his father. The King is in Scotland for most of January, at Birkhall. But more interestingly, Palace courtiers have acknowledged that he won’t see Harry as he has no wish to be linked to yet another legal action against a British newspaper. It’s highly unusual for aides to say anything about their relationship – and to me it marks a hardening of tone in the ongoing saga. Hopes of a truce were raised last September when he visited the King at Clarence House for tea. Father and son hadn’t seen each other – or really spoken – for 19 months. But immediately after the meeting,…

GEORGE AT ASDA After the next viral ‘it’ piece? George at Asda is the place to go. The newest drop is packed full of coveted items to get you racing to the supermarket aisle. From checked bombers to daytime dresses, nab these gems during your weekly shop. Opt for sprinklings of pastel hues to get you spring-ready. RESERVED.COM Whether you’re scrolling online or stepping into one of their shops, Reserved’s latest drop features a range of wardrobe staples with an elevated edge. Tap into the trends with a statement collar, or update your jeans with a universally flattering paper-bag waist. These fresh tweaks will revive your look in an instant. WHITE STUFF Guaranteed to brighten a dreary January morning, White Stuff’s latest collection is the dopamine hit we’ve all been…

Moves to help beat the blues We’ve just had that Monday – the one which the marketing people have kindly dubbed ‘Blue Monday’ with the likely aim, no doubt, of luring us into buying stuff we don’t need to cheer ourselves up. Well, we’re not going to fall into that trap. Whatever fitness routine you’ve carved out for yourself – there is one, isn’t there? – it may well need a sprinkling of endorphins and a good belly laugh to get you through January. Laughter, the science says, can actually trigger the release of mood-boosting hormones, like dopamine and serotonin. These chemical messengers help us to relax, feel pleasure and reduce stress. I’m not suggesting you abandon your weights routine altogether – that’s a massive bone-building, muscle-toning, calorie-burning part of…

What your hot flushes reveal It’s not just your hormones that can cause that sweaty, uncomfortable feeling… One of the most well-known symptoms of menopause is hot flushes. Around 60-70% of women get them during perimenopause, due to the decrease in oestrogen affecting the brain’s internal thermostat. They get more common as time progresses through menopause and can be extremely debilitating for some women, but there are other causes and possible triggers. FEELING UNWELL An overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) can have you overheating, as the excess thyroxine speeds up your body’s metabolism. Watch out for other thyroid symptoms, such as palpitations, sweating, feeling agitated, tremor or weight loss. We all know what it feels like to have a fever, but occasionally an infection (like a urine infection) can be more subtle…

USE YOUR PHONE TO PAY? You need to read this Who’d have thought 20 years ago that today we’d be using our mobile phones to bank, manage our money, and pay for everything from groceries to travel and big-ticket items? Some 57% of us are now making the most of mobile wallets*, leaving our cards and cash at home. ‘A phone contains so much sensitive data that making sure yours is safe if it falls into the wrong hands should be a priority,’ says tech expert Carrie-Ann Skinner (Instagram @tech_ing_it_easy). So, take a little time to make sure your phone and financial data is secure. DO YOU HAVE A STRONG DEVICE LOCK? ✱ Set a long passcode, PIN or pattern and enable biometrics (face ID or fingerprint). ✱ Set auto-lock…

SOFT BLUES Add calming tones for a relaxed vibe RICH REDS Go for a dramatic yet super-stylish look COUNTRY GREENS Bring the outside in with these fresh shades…

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