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Our news report this week highlights the disturbing rise in mental health problems among teachers. Excessive workloads and endless accountability have triggered a stress epidemic. Shockingly, the suicide risk for primary school teachers is nearly double the national average. We speak to teacher Laura Braun, who was forced to quit after experiencing panic attacks and insomnia. Worryingly, her situation isn’t unusual – 1 in 6 British workers are affected by conditions like anxiety and depression every year. Closer’s publisher Bauer Media has teamed up with mental health advocate Natasha Devon MBE to launch the Where’s Your Head At? campaign, aimed at improving the nation’s mental health by ensuring employers look after the well-being of their staff. Turn to p19 to find out how you can add your support and help…

His series of steamy performances with Rita Ora for their 50 Shades duet early last year raised eyebrows – with fans insisting the pair’s sizzling chemistry would be hard for his then-girlfriend Cheryl to watch. And opening up about his time working with Rita, Liam Payne appears to hint strongly that the duet did have a negative impact on things with Cheryl – mum of his two-year-old son Bear – with the couple splitting months later in July 2018. GRINDING Speaking to promote his latest single, the 26 year old reveals, “[My duet with Rita] didn’t do very much for my personal life! But it did a lot for my… [laughs] yeah no, it was good.” Liam and Rita, 28, were filmed on a number of occasions grinding together on…

Kourtney’s ex, Scott Disick, 36 – with whom she shares Mason, nine, Penelope, seven, and Reign, four – has moved on with younger girlfriend Sofia Richie, 21, who even holidays with the Kardashian klan. But insiders say the family might not be as fond of Kourtney rekindling her romance with Younes, as she had “distanced herself” from her sisters while dating him. They called it quits a year ago but Kourtney Kardashian and toyboy Younes Bendjima seem to have had a change of heart and are giving their romance a second shot. The pair have been seen hanging out in LA together and insiders say they have “acted on their passion” again. According to a source, “They’re spending some time together. You could call it casually dating but it’s definitely…

Occupational psychologist Francesca Moresi says there are ways to get support when feeling overwhelmed in the workplace. She says, “If you’re feeling stressed, you need to work out what your responsibilites are and if they can be shared or belong to someone else. Do this by speaking to your co-workers and your boss – developing good working relationships will allow you to build up a support network and help work feel more enjoyable. Talk to your boss about setting targets, and be realistic – you don’t have to be ‘perfect’ all the time. You might both have to adjust your expectations. “It’s also worth writing down the emotions you feel in specific situations. This can help identify the causes of your anxiety and allow you to find ways to solve…

It’s one of the best-loved shows on TV – and now Great British Bake Off fans are thrilled by an unlikely romance developing between two of the contestants. Last week, rumours swirled that bakers Alice Fevronia, 28, and Henry Bird, 20, are an item, after the pair posted pictures showing they were spending a lot of time together since the show finished filming. Teacher Alice and university student Henry also left a string of cute comments on each other’s photos – and the pair’s Bake Off co-stars seemed to confirm their romance, with congratulatory comments on their posts. And while neither have confirmed they’re an item, fans have delighted in the prospect of the pair dating. One wrote, “Adorable couple” while another tweeted, “I hope they show us Alice and…

He keeps his romantic life firmly under wraps but, according to recent reports, Olly Murs is reportedly loved-up in a new relationship. The X Factor star, 35, is rumoured to be dating bikini model and city high-flier Amelia Tank, after the pair exchanged messages on Instagram. Amelia, 27, reportedly balances working in a bank in London with a gruelling fitness routine – and the pair first met in a gym in Essex after they began messaging. While he’s kept his love life notoriously private, Olly has previously been linked to the likes of Caroline Flack, Melanie Sykes and Love Island’s Zara McDermott.…

J-LO ‘I ditched alcohol and caffeine’ Jennifer Lopez wowed fans last week as she recreated the moment she wore her iconic 2000 Grammy Awards Versace dress – this time at the designer’s fashion show in Milan. And almost 20 years on, the singer hardly looks any different. Unsurprisingly, a super-clean diet is essential for her toned torso. She doesn’t drink alcohol or caffeine, and recently took on a 10-day no-sugar, no-carb challenge to “re-boost her system”. Even eating out isn’t an excuse to break her diet. “Most restaurants offer healthy, low-calorie meals so l have salad, or fish with veggies,” says the mum-of-two. On top of that, she works out for an hour every morning with personal trainer Tracy Anderson, then puts on energetic dance performances in the evenings if…

When Alex Bowen famously “failed” a lie detector test in the Love Island villa over his feelings towards Olivia Buckland, the public questioned the couple’s intentions. But while they were runners-up on the 2016 series, their relationship has stood the test of time, with the pair going on to tie the knot in a lavish ceremony last year. Their second TLC reality show, Olivia & Alex: Happily Ever After, hit screens last month to coincide with their first anniversary. With the majority of this year’s Islanders already having parted ways, and the next series just three months away, Alex, 27, and 25-year-old Olivia share their secrets on how to make a reality romance work… STAY HUMBLE AND STAY GROUNDED Being on Love Island instantly thrusts contestants into the spotlight, but…

A spokesperson from Women’s Aid says, “It’s often asked why coercive control victims don’t ‘just leave’ – but it’s not as simple as that. Their life has become completely controlled by another person. But there are ways to get help. Call the National Domestic Abuse helpline and talk to a trained advisor who can tailor an individual plan for your specific needs. They may be able to refer you to emergency accommodation, provide information about legal rights and help make a personal safety plan, which include practical steps to help you protect yourself and even leave.” Visit Womensaid.org.uk for more information.…

‘Being a parent does change your perspective’ GIVE YOUR PARTNER SPACE “My wife [Francesca Abbott] and I have been together since we were 16, and my best advice on relationships is to give each other space. At the start we were busy and I’d only see her once or twice a week, and even now if I go on tour people say, ‘How do you cope?’ But actually it’s nice to be away and miss someone. I’ve got my thing going on and she’s got hers and we couldn’t do it without each other. It’s maybe not the most romantic thing in the world but I feel it’s a good idea.” SUPPORT AND CHAMPION YOUNG PEOPLE “I always think of the quote, ‘Everybody is a genius. But if you judge…

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After becoming fed up with constantly looking at seemingly perfect images on Instagram, Rebekah admits she recently culled her social media in order to find a better balance. The outspoken star says, “Life isn’t about competition and who looks the best, but when I go on Instagram, it’s all about who’s got the flattest stomach, the biggest t*ts and the best arse. I’ve muted plenty of accounts recently because I just think, ‘F*** off, you’re not real, you’re so fake.’ The saddest thing is, 95 per cent of the posts you see on social media from those in the public eye are from the most insecure people. They cinch in their waists or make their lips look bigger, and they’re just doing it for likes, which is sad. It’s very…

How much do you spend per week? Around £200. I order online, as it makes life easier. I like to make sure there’s enough food for the family [Natalie lives with her husband Owain and children Wilfred, four, and Willow, three] while I’m away working. Describe your daily diet… I follow a largely vegetarian lifestyle, cutting out meat entirely, though I still occasionally eat fish. For breakfast, I’ll have porridge with almond milk. My husband makes amazing pancakes with protein powder and banana. I’m always on the go, so for lunch I’ll have a fresh halloumi salad. Dinner could be sea bass fillets with sweet potatoes and greens. I snack on Quorn cocktail sausages. Is there anything you refuse to eat? I was vegan for a long time. I don’t…

RELATIONSHIPS UPDATE YOUR SEXPECTATIONS! If you’d like to enjoy more fun between the sheets, Emma says there are plenty of ways According to a major YouGov survey, nearly 60 per cent of people think women go along with sex to keep their partner happy, only three per cent think women make the first move, and nearly one in four claim men are in charge of deciding when sex is over. What you believe often becomes reality, so if you buy into the idea that you simply have to accept a lacklustre love life, you may well find yourself unsatisfied. Many studies suggest that couples who see sex as a lifelong learning experience are more satisfied. You may feel anxious or shy discussing sex, but this is about ensuring the future…

1 CELEBRITY JUICE BRAND-NEW TEAM CAPTAIN THU 10 OCT, 10PM, ITV2 Mel B – aka Scary Spice – is replacing Paddy McGuinness as a team captain. Her mission? To “Give Keith Lemon a run for his money. Watch out,” she says. Each week, Mel will face-off against fellow team captain Holly Willoughby, which could be interesting as the last time Mel and Holly were in a room together, Mel and Keith grilled the poor girl relentlessly about whether she had “experimented” with women (this IS Celeb Juice …) Where’s Paddy gone, you ask? He’s got “scheduling conflicts”; i.e. he’s busy and important so can’t take part this time. Read Closer’s interview with Mel B on page 26 2 SECRETS OF THE SEDUCTION BOOTCAMP – PANORAMA WRONG ON MANY LEVELS MON…

MUST READ The Lying Room (NICCI FRENCH) A liar. A cheat. A threat. Neve Connolly is all these things. She’s made mistakes, that’s for sure. But now one of those mistakes is spiralling completely out of control and Neve is bringing those around her into immense danger. She can’t tell them the truth. So how far is she prepared to go to protect those she loves? A gripping thriller from one of our favourite crime writers. BEST DAY OUT Halloween at the London Dungeon If you’re just starting to think about making Halloween plans, there’s no better place to be than the grizzly depths of the London Dungeon. Specially for the spooky season, and tipped to be one of the scariest shows at the attraction, the infamous story of Jack…

THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN LIBRA 23 SEP-22 OCT If you feel like powerful people are slowing you down, you may be right. The goal now is to learn how to work with, not against, them. As they say, you catch more flies with honey than vinegar. PS Want to learn to work with the New and Full Moon for free? Visit moonmessages.com/ moonlite SCORPIO 23 OCT-21 NOV It might be a very good idea to do some extra exercise this week as Mars, the planet of heated exchanges, moves into your 12th House. That’s the part of your chart where you bury things. Exercise will give you a really good outlet, and you’ll sleep better. PS Want to learn to work with the New and Full Moon for free?…

• Lauren Goodger and Jordan’s ex Kris Boyson are seen “all over each other” on boozy night out • Pals warn her not to make an enemy of former friend Jordan, but she insists Kris is “fair game” • She’s later left feeling humiliated after hearing Kris only flirted with her to get Jordan’s attention She’s made no secret of her desire to find her Mr Right and settle down, but Lauren Goodger raised eyebrows last week when she appeared to make a play for former showbiz pal Jordan’s recent ex Kris Boyson at a boozy event – with onlookers claiming the pair were “all over each other” and were later pictured leaving together with friends. And sources say that while pals tried to warn Lauren at the time against…

The onslaught of criticism around Meghan Markle reached fever pitch this year, prompting her A-list pals, including George Clooney, to defend her. But the tide appears to be turning, and as the Duchess embarks on a tour of South Africa along with Prince Harry and their five-month-old son Archie, she’s receiving nothing but praise. Fans have delighted in seeing videos and photographs of the royal baby, and praised 38-year-old Meghan for wearing affordable clothing, as well as admiring her warmth and interest in fans. One wrote, “Good to see Meghan has taken on board what’s been said,” while another commented, “I really like how Meghan has been on the royal tour.” This positivity is a world away from the criticism Meghan has suffered recently, which included being slammed for using…

Despite Kim Kardashian’s reported reluctance to move to Wyoming earlier this month, her husband Kanye West purchased a sprawling £11.2million ranch there for his family to live in. And now insiders tell Closer that it has caused yet more tension between the couple – who share four children – as they continue to have differing priorities when it comes to their living arrangements – with Kim, 38, outright refusing to give up her glittering showbiz career in Hollywood. ❛ SHE’S WORRIED THEY WILL END UP LEADING SEPARATE LIVES ❜ An insider shares, “Kim feels very strongly that she doesn’t belong in Wyoming and thinks the farm Kanye has bought is too rustic for her tastes. She told Kanye she felt trapped the minute she stepped foot there and couldn’t wait…

When primary school teacher Laura Braun lay in bed one Sunday night with her heart racing and tears pouring down her face, she knew something had to change. ❛I’VE LOST £7,000 A YEAR IN SALARY BUT I COULD NEVER BE A FULL-TIME TEACHER AGAIN❜ The mum-of-two was having a panic attack at the thought of returning to her arduous teaching job the following day. She was signed off with stress and now she’s left full-time teaching altogether. Laura, who became a teacher in 2004, says, “I was working 11-hour days and putting in extra time at the weekends, too. Because we get the long holidays, people assume the job is easy. But it was awful.” WORKLOAD Worryingly, Laura’s experience is becoming increasingly common. During 2013 to 2017, teachers took 1.3…

He’s the most in-demand man on telly, hosting reboots of Supermarket Sweep and Ready Steady Cook. And now Rylan Clark-Neal has joined Zoe Ball on It Takes Two for this series of Strictly Come Dancing. “I know I’m the luckiest person on telly – plus the most tired!” he tells Closer. “I love Strictly! I’ve always been a fan. It Takes Two is a dream job. I’m hosting two days a week – it’s daunting but it’s fun. And I’m loving spending my Fridays with Zoe [when they share presenting duties]. “I get a bit of a say on the guests and obviously I want all the Spice Girls on the sofa! Everyone’s welcome. I will 100 per cent be inviting Geri on. I’ll have a little Ginger Spice on…

She’s been the biggest advocate for another Spice Girls reunion – expressing her disappointment that Posh snubbed the band’s comeback tour over the summer. And with her upcoming stint as a team captain on ITV’s Celebrity Juice, Mel B is once again trying to get the girls back together and wants Victoria Beckham, Mel C, Emma Bunton and Geri Horner as guests on the show. Mel, 44, says, “We had a discussion last week. Obviously, Emma and Mel C have been on the show before. I’m not sure if Geri or Victoria have. But I was saying if not all, you should just get the four of us on it – if we can. Pay them a lot of money, so they’d have to! I think they’d do it anyway…

Her new tell-all book has caused a massive stir in Hollywood, especially due to her claims about ex-husband Ashton Kutcher allegedly cheating on her and forcing her into threesomes. And although Demi Moore, 56, insists her ex was pre-warned about what would be revealed in her autobiography Inside Out, with the claims making worldwide headlines, Ashton, 41, seemingly hit back last week. During a Twitter rant, he wrote, “I was about to push the button on a really snarky tweet. Then I saw my son, daughter, and wife and I deleted it.” He followed it up with a tweet that read, “Life is good – Larry Kutcher [his dad]”, and later gave out a phone number, tweeting, “For the truth text me.”Callers were put through to a blank automated…

Royal fans were thrilled at news there will be another big wedding next year, as Princess Beatrice’s engagement to property tycoon Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi was revealed. Buckingham Palace announced their happy news last week, announcing that aristocrat Edoardo, 36, proposed in early September during a romantic holiday in Italy. An ecstatic Beatrice, 31 – who has been dating the dad-of-one since November 2018 – will marry next year. The pair said in a joint statement, “We are both so excited to be embarking on this life adventure together and can’t wait to actually be married. “We share so many similar interests and values, and we know that this will stand us in great stead for the years ahead, full of love and happiness.” Edoardo is Beatrice’s first public boyfriend since…

When model Mary Magdalene had a boob job aged 21, it sparked a dangerous obsession with cosmetic surgery that almost killed her. In the past three years alone, she has spent more than £80,000 on hundreds of procedures, including a designer-vagina operation that left her fighting for her life. But incredibly, far from being put off by the risks, Mary is eager for more surgery in her bizarre bid to look like a blow-up doll. OBSESSION Mary, who changed her name to Mary Magdalene after she was given the nickname by her Christian ex-boyfriend, says, “I love the full, fake look. My boobs are enormous, and I’ve had three bum lifts and countless lip fillers, too. I’m also planning to get fat injected into my labia. “My brothers are embarrassed…

Five months after her release from prison, Sally Challen, 65, opened up in a TV interview last week about life as a victim of mental torture. In 2010, Sally bludgeoned her husband to death with a hammer. A year later, she was sentenced to life in prison for murder. But in March 2019, her conviction was quashed on appeal, after her defence argued Sally had been a victim of coercive control – which became a criminal offence in 2015. Sally was made to give her salary to her husband and wasn’t allowed to socialise without him. He tried to convince her she was going mad, and would force her to have sex with him. Sally was backed by her two sons, James, 35, and David, 31. Here, Closer speaks to…

‘(Fame) is the thing that dreams are made of ’ She started performing Fleabag as a one-woman show in 2014 at the Edinburgh Festival, but when Phoebe Waller-Bridge turned the comedy into a TV show two years later, she enjoyed a meteoric rise to stardom. Along the way, she has gained celebrity fans including Taylor Swift and recently scooped an incredible three Emmy Awards. But despite Fleabag’s soaring popularity, the 34-year old writer – who also penned the first series of cult TV hit Killing Eve – insists her black comedy won’t return for a third season, after her lead character poignantly waved goodbye in the final scene. ON A HIGH “To be honest, this feels like the most beautiful way to say goodbye to it,” she said after winning…

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GO VEGAN YOU DON’T NEED MEAT TO MAKE A MEAL OF IT... PEA DAHL AND NAAN SERVES 4 • 500g frozen peas • 1tbsp vegetable oil • 2tsp black mustard seeds • 2tsp cumin seeds • 2tsp garam masala • 1tsp ground turmeric • 1 onion, finely chopped • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 2cm piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped • 2 green chillies, seeds removed and finely chopped • 400ml can coconut milk • 6 curry leaves (optional) • 4 small or 2 large naan breads, warmed STEP 1 Boil the peas, drain and refresh under cold water. Place one third in a blender with 150ml cold water and process to a purée. STEP 2 Heat the oil in a pan. Add the mustard and cumin seeds, garam…

The sales of vegan meals from fast-food outlets grew by 388 per cent between 2016 and 2018, but whether or not that’s healthy depends on what people are ordering. Of course, a vegan diet can be healthy if you’re getting all your nutrients from a varied and balanced diet. CHECK WHAT’S IN IT The problem with eating a lot of takeaways – vegan included – is they tend to have more salt and fat than food you’d make yourself. That’s why they taste good. The top-selling vegan dish is Wagamama’s vegatsu, a vegan katsu curry. It contains 1,212 calories, 52g of fat, 5.2g of salt and 12g of sugar. That’s genuinely shocking. In one dish you’re getting more than half your entire recommended daily calorie and saturated fat intake, and…

SAVING ISN’T MY THING I’ve always been a bit stupid where spending is concerned. The more money I’ve made, the more I’ve spent. I’m a grafter, but I was generous – sometimes beyond all comprehension. I can make money, I just can’t keep hold of it. I used to buy more than 100 Christmas presents. MOST OF MY CASH GOES ON MY DAUGHTER Flame [Tina’s five-year-old daughter] has the odd Marc Jacobs outfit or Ralph Lauren dress, but I buy most of her clothes from Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury’s. I’d rather pay for her gym lessons and dance classes than buy designer clothes. I NO LONGER SHOP IN DESIGNER STORES Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and Liberty London are shopping heaven. Until five years ago, when I was declared bankrupt, I’d buy…

Sweet Bailey Baker is played by young actress Kara-Leah Fernandes. She joined EastEnders at the start of the year and fast became a fan-favourite, with a heartbreaking storyline where she had to take care of her mum Dinah – who sadly went on to take her own life. She won Best Young Actor at this year’s Soap Awards, where she told the audience she could “relate to Bailey a bit”, as in real life she has a disabled brother. What a star. FOLLOW OUR LIVE TWEETS OVER AT @CloserOnline…

GABBY ALLEN Sit tight, Gabby. This scenario is exactly what boyfriends were invented for. Fetch, boy!! JACK WHITEHALL Relax, Jack. It only gets embarrassing when parents use words like “yeet” or start calling you “bruh”. INSPIGRAM CARA DE LA HOYDE Wise words, Cara. And may we add, never let them drink your coffee behind your back, unless you enjoy monumental strops until 3am……

❛SHE DOESN’T UNDERSTAND WHY LIAM CAN’T KEEP A LID ON THINGS❜ His famously loose-lipped antics landed him in hot water during his two-and-a-half-year romance with Cheryl, and was reported to have even contributed to their shock split last July. And insiders say Cheryl, 36, was left annoyed again after her ex, Liam Payne, insisted he found it hard to control the number of presents bought for their two-year-old son Bear. During a recent interview, he revealed, “I couldn’t believe it when I walked in on Christmas Day. I’ve never seen so many presents in my life for one very small child. I was like, ‘How the hell do I explain to him this isn’t normal, that doesn’t happen for everyone?’” PRIVATE DETAILS Earlier this year, Cheryl admitted she had been…

Her world was torn apart in 2017 when her ex-boyfriend Arthur Collins was jailed for throwing acid at a crowd in a London nightclub – leaving the then-pregnant star crushed as she was forced to raise their daughter Sunday, now two, alone. While she’s remained largely single since their heartbreaking split, Ferne McCann now has a smile on her face once again and appeared loved-up with Love Island star Jordan Hames last week after they were spotted passionately kissing at a showbiz event. ❛HE’S THE FIRST MAN SHE’S MET IN A WHILE WHO’S GIVEN HER GENUINE BUTTERFLIES❜ A source says, “Ferne’s smitten with Jordan and says he’s the first man she’s met in a long time who’s given her ‘genuine butterflies’ and made her feel excited about her future again.…

She revealed last month how her cheating ex Tristan Thompson had tried to kiss her at their daughter True’s first birthday party in April. Now fans are concerned the serial womaniser has managed to woo back Khloé Kardashian, after he left a flirty comment on a sultry picture of her – before deleting it shortly afterwards. The basketball player wrote, “Perfection [heart eyes emoji],’ on Khloé’s sexy Instagram post. Speculation then went into overdrive after Tristan left a second comment on the photo, reading “a beautiful [diamond]” The pair split last summer when Kylie Jenner’s BFF Jordyn Woods admitted sharing a kiss with the NBA star at a party. He had already cheated on Khloé when she was days away from giving birth to their daughter. But according to sources,…

Closer's publisher, Bauer Media, training and campaigning organisation Mental Health First Aid England and Natasha Devon MBE have launched the Where’s Your Head At? campaign, which is calling on employers to look after the mental well-being of their workforce. More than 200,000 people have signed a petition demanding that businesses provide mental health first aiders in the workplace. The campaign’s aims include: • organisations prioritise mental health at work; • workplaces become diverse and inclusive, for a happier, healthier environment; • mental and physical health are treated equally; • employers turn mental health awareness into positive action throughout the organisation. To find out more about Where’s Your Head At? and how you can get involved, visit wheresyourheadat.org…

She suffered a high-profile split from husband and professional dance partner Kevin Clifton in early 2018, but Karen Hauer insists her starring role on Strictly helped her get through it. She says, “A lot of things happen in everyone’s life and I’ve had big changes with my divorce, but I’ve always had the great support of my Strictly family.” Karen, 37, has since moved on from her marriage – going public with opera star boyfriend David Webb last summer – and Kevin has found happiness with presenter Stacey Dooley, after the pair won the show together last year. And Karen insists David is a huge help when her busy Strictly schedule leaves her exhausted. “David has been really wonderful in supporting me, and he cooks lots of nice meals. It’s…

KEITH LEMON… “I’ve been on and off the show for many years, and worked with Keith for years. The other day, he showed me a pic of us 11 years ago when we were in Vegas! He took the mick out of me on his show Bo’ Selecta! and I found it really funny because his accent was so over the top.” HOLLY WILLOUGHBY… “I’ve known her through being on the show and talking to her. What you see is what you get with Holly. She’s very sweet and very angelic and very lovely.” AFTER-SHOW ANTICS… “After the show, we have some pizza and stuff. It’s draining, because you laugh for four, five hours straight, and it’s a warm studio, so you’re sweating. It’s kind of exhausting but in a…

He’s been happily loved-up with Little Mix star Jesy Nelson for the last nine months – but last week, Chris Hughes revealed he may be infertile, after having an operation on his testicles when he was younger. The Love Island star – who appeared on the reality show in 2017 – said in a preview for his upcoming BBC documentary about male fertility that he underwent an operation for a testicular vein condition in his younger years and was told he had a low sperm count at the time. Chris, 26, has opened up about how he’d love to get married and have children with girlfriend Jesy, 28, saying, “I think we both want to get married. We’re proper family people, we love each other’s family… I’m ready to settle…

She’s famous for her yo-yoing weight battles, but Jessica Simpson has wowed fans after dropping an incredible seven stone – just six months after welcoming her third child, Birdie Mae. The proud singer posed in a black dress pinched in at the waist last week to highlight her new figure. She wrote, “Six months. 100lb down (Yes, I tipped the scales at 240). My first trip away from #BIRDIEMAE and emotional for many reasons, but so proud to feel like myself again. Even when it felt impossible, I chose to work harder.” ICONIC Daughter Birdie, born in March, is Jessica’s third child with her hubby, former NFL player Eric Johnson. And while Jessica, 39, remains iconic for wearing those Daisy Duke hotpants in 2005’s The Dukes Of Hazzard when she…

Oil rig worker and coercive abuse campaigner Ryan Hart, 28, lives in Ashford, Surrey. He says, “Sally’s choice to kill was driven by her relentless suffering for years. I sympathise with Sally and her sons – they were the victims, not her husband. I understand why Sally did what she did. There were many times when I would look at my father and think, “If I don’t walk out of the room, I’ll kill you.” I hate my dad for what he did to us. “My mum did all she could to shield me, my brother Luke, 29, and my sister Charlotte, 19, from our dad. But even as a child I knew he was evil. He would scream and shout at the slightest excuse. I was prodded and constantly…

While you might think newly single Susanna Reid would have her pick of the bunch when it comes to dating, last week the Good Morning Britain presenter, 48, revealed she’d been ‘ghosted’ by a potential suitor after he learned she was teetotal. By contrast, Lauren Goodger, 33, recently cut a date short on Celebs Go Dating after learning her match had been sober for seven years. Is so-called ‘dry-dating’ a chore, or is it the key to finding a good relationship? Closer talks to two celebs to find out their views… LAURA: ‘Drinking is part of my social life’ Former Love Islander Laura Anderson, 30, says, “Drinking is something I do socially with my family and friends, so if I went on a date with someone who didn’t drink, I…

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It turns out that regular tea drinkers have better organised brains, which protects against getting muddled as we age. Previous studies have shown that daily cuppas can lower the risk of cognitive decline in older people by a whopping 50 per cent. Now researchers have quizzed people about their health, lifestyle and well-being, and given them brain tests and MRI scans. Those who drank green, oolong, or builders’ tea four times a week could process information more efficiently. Nice!…

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