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Following Derek Draper’s tragic death earlier this year, his devoted wife Kate Garraway returned to work just six days after his funeral. However, after being forced to miss a number of shows on Good Morning Britain and Smooth Radio recently because of illness, those close to her have urged her to rest up and take a longer break. Kate has previously revealed she was looking forward to getting back to work after taking time off to look after Derek – who died aged 56 after a long and devastating struggle with the after effects of COVID. “We have to pick ourselves up and go on. That’s what Derek did, and would want me to do,” she’s said. But after losing her voice and being forced to take time away, friends…

Unpacking the last box, I looked around my room in the university house I’d just moved into. “Looks like we’re all set,” I said to my roommate, Barbara* as we made our beds. My mum had wanted me to live in a girls-only house rather than dorms because she thought it would be safer. “No one can just wander in from the street,” she said as we’d pulled up that morning. The room itself was small, with two beds close together, but we tried to make it feel like home, hanging plants across our large window which overlooked the carpark. That night, as we settled into bed, I had a thought. “Should we lock our bedroom door?” I asked. But Barbara reminded me we wouldn’t need to worry. We had…

Prime & Perfect You may not think that starting off with a primer is essential, but they’re a great way to boost your complexion – whether you apply make-up or not. Just a small amount of Shishido Revitalessence Skin Glow Primer, £39, will instantly reduce the appearance of fine lines thanks to its fermented Kefir and niacinamide formula. For a vitamin fix, look no further than Ciaté Vitamin Boost Plumping Primer, £28, which contains plenty of peptides and probiotics to plump skin, while Clarins S.O.S Primer, £32, utilises nourishing plant extracts to reduce and battle redness. Sunkissed Power-charged bronzing drops are a huge trend right now and are perfect for wearing either alone or with make-up. Get a golden glow without the damage thanks to Ultra Violette Queen Screen SPF…

Calories per serving: 461 Samosa burritos The last thing you want on a Friday night is fuss; this recipe has all the flavour of a delicious samosa filling without the hassle of wrapping them up perfectly! Serves: 4 Ready in: 40 mins FOR THE BURRITOS 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes Salt  Cooking oil spray 1 onion, diced 4 garlic cloves, grated 1tsp grated fresh ginger  500g lean beef mince 1tbsp mild curry powder 1tbsp dried coriander leaf 1tsp ground turmeric 1tsp ground cumin 2 carrots, finely diced 100g frozen peas 4 tortilla wraps FOR THE RAITA 200g fat-free Greek yoghurt 2 garlic cloves, grated 2tsp freshly chopped mint 2tsp freshly chopped coriander 150g cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess liquid 1 Boil the potato in salted water for about 5 mins until…

Is it safe to let my kids have sleepovers? Q I grew up in a physically and emotionally abusive home and was also sexually abused by my uncle and a cousin. I have done a lot of work on myself, and managed to find a wonderful man who gives me the security I never had. I’m trying to create a family where my kids feel safe and are able to express who they are and what they’re feeling and have someone actually hear them and care. No one cared about what was happening to me. I have two daughters (six and eight) and they are at an age where they’re being invited for sleepovers with friends. Because of what happened to me by supposedly “trusted” adults, the thought of either of…

YOU could be in with a chance of winning £200 PRIZE crossword WIN £200 Solve the crossword to find, reading from top to bottom in the shaded squares, the name of a US actor. This is your competition entry answer. See the ‘How to enter’ panel, below right. Across 1 Larder (6) 4 Antonio Banderas film, or Eagles song (9) 8 Madame Web actress, - - - Johnson (6) 11 Walking at a leisurely pace (7) 12 Walled English city on the River Dee (7) 13 Outlaw of Sherwood Forest (5,4) 15 - - - Kay, comedian (5) 16 Scottish mountain, Ben - - - (5) 18 Partner in marriage (6) 19 Rodent — like Mickey! (5) 21 Queen Victoria’s husband (6) 23 English guitarist nicknamed ‘Slowhand’, Eric - - - (7) 24 Quarantine, keep in solitude (7) 27 Book of photographs or stamps,…

As I walked across the school playground, a voice shouted: “She waddles like Jemima Puddleduck!” My cheeks flushed red. I was picked on because I was bigger than everyone else. I’d been raised to finish everything on my plate, followed by pudding. By year nine, my confidence had hit rockbottom. “Shall we try a diet together?” my mum suggested. Though she loved to cook and we always ate well, she also struggled with her weight. First, we tried one involving small, frequent meals. When it didn’t work, we moved on to the next. At 16, I tried meal replacement shakes. Arriving at Pizza Hut with friends, I handed one to the waitress. “Can you put this in the fridge please?” I asked. Later, everyone devoured one cheesy slice after another,…

From winter weather to washing up, the elements our hands are exposed to each day can cause dry, cracked skin and weakened nails. The fix? A nourishing hand cream. This one has added floral notes, for hands that smell as good as they look. NUXE Very Rose Hand and Nail Cream, £9.50 If you want your feet to be sandal-ready for summer, pop this sugar scrub on your shopping list and incorporate into your shower routine to save time. It uses tiny crystals to effectively yet gently buff away rough skin, for softer feet. OPI Pro Spa Exfoliating Sugar Scrub, £18.90 Need a break from gels? This easy-to-use treatment is ideal for repairing and restoring nails to their former glory, not to mention, it can be worn under your usual…

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'Kids ruined my career' Lily Allen has sparked backlash after revealing that her daughters “totally ruined” her music career. The Smile singer claimed Ethel, 11, and Marnie, nine, whom she shares with ex-husband Sam Cooper, were the reason for her stepping back from the limelight. “I get really annoyed when people say you can have it all because quite frankly, you can’t. My children ruined my career,” she told the Radio Times Podcast. “I love them and they complete me, but in terms of popstardom, they totally ruined it.” Lily, 38, chose motherhood over music after feeling like her parents, actor Keith Allen and film producer Alison Owen, were “quite absent” when she was growing up. Holly Willoughby is already being eyed to present Dancing On Ice in 2025, with…

One of the Sicilian stallions on Strictly Come Dancing, Graziano Di Prima has made his mark since joining the show in 2018. The hunky professional dancer, who started dancing when he was six, has partnered DJ Vick Hope, Loose Women panellist Judi Love, actress Kym Marsh and, most recently, Love Island star Zara McDermott. Having shown his fancy footwork on the Strictly Live and Burn The Floor tours, 29-year-old Graz – as he’s affectionately known – now stars in his own solo show and tour, Believe – My Life On Stage, with his dancerchoreographer wife Giada, 33. He takes time out of rehearsals to tell us more… It’s been quite the ride since you joined Strictly in 2018, hasn’t it? I’m living the dream. It’s been incredible. Strictly was the…

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If you’re battling with menopausal health and weight issues, then the new book Owning Your Menopause: Fitter, Calmer, Stronger in 30 Days, by Kate Rowe-Ham, personal trainer and menopause fitness and nutrition expert, is a must-read! Kate, who is loved by Naomi Watts, Gabby Logan and Susanna Reid, tells us, “I’ve created a method that really works. The great news is you can get in better shape as you get older. View this time of your life as an opportunity to really thrive.” Kate reveals the three main elements to getting menopausal balance are nutrition, fitness and wellbeing. A lack of oestrogen (hormones which drop during menopause) can contribute to insulin resistance, which can then increase our blood sugar levels. This, in turn, can cause weight gain and fatigue. To…

Choirmaster Gareth Malone is taking on a challenge close to his heart. This Easter he leads eight untrained singers to stage a performance of Bach’s St John Passion on the 300th anniversary of its first performance. They will tackle this demanding piece alongside the BBC Singers and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. They have eight weeks to learn the ropes for a truly special concert, a work Gareth, 48, has wanted to bring to audiences for decades, as he explained to us… Bach’s St John Passion is a piece of music you have always wanted to work on – does that make it more high pressure? The first time I pitched the Bach idea to the BBC was in 2007 because I’m really into the St John Passion. It’s…