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Any new bride knows life will change, but as Meghan ties the knot with Harry, she enters a completely different world. Closer favourite Lizzie Cundy got to know her on a party night out and describes her as “a free spirit”, but as Diana’s former butler Paul Burrell reveals to us this week, the royals’ life of unimaginable privilege brings huge pressure and means being told what to do. He predicts she’ll be a “show pony” for the next six months. Let’s hope she doesn’t bolt! Meanwhile, we’ve been looking at the cost of tying the knot… not for the happy couple, but for those attending. According to research, we spend an average of £1,000 on presents, outfits, hotels and hen and stag dos. We all know marriage vows are…

‘CAROL SAID MARK WAS PINING TO BE A DAD’ • Mark Wright’s family question the actress over starting a family • His sister Jess tells them to stop meddling • Michelle is left feeling upset and frustrated Their busy careers have forced them to live thousands of miles apart, with Michelle Keegan remaining in the UK while her husband, Mark Wright, works as a presenter on showbiz news show, Extra , in Los Angeles. And after insisting late last year that a baby wasn’t in their immediate plans, the actress – who was pictured looking very slim as she visited Mark in Hollywood last week – recently revealed she had no intention of moving to the States. The former Coronation Street star insisted, “It’s just not me. I’m not an…

Khloé Kardashian has confessed to feeling insecure over unflattering images of her post-baby body, which surfaced after she was pictured for the first time since giving birth last month. Posting on her website, the 33-year-old reality star – who was snapped hitting the gym the next day – admitted, “When I saw myself in those first post-pregnancy paparazzi photos, I couldn’t believe how big my booty looked! I can’t wait to tone up again and get my body back to where it was.” SURGERY RUMOURS Internet trolls were quick to slam the new mum’s body, with one posting, “I don’t want to hear ‘she just had a baby’. No! She just had surgery”, while another added, “Khloé needs to calm down with the butt fillers.” It followed public humiliation for…

‘She will need to think before she acts’ Few people know royal life as well as Paul Burrell – the man who worked as Princess Diana’s butler for ten years and knew her beloved sons William and Harry as they were growing up. And as Closer spoke to him ahead of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, Paul, 59, anticipates that Meghan will secretly be feeling quite overwhelmed and apprehensive about her new chapter of life as a royal. He says, “I remember first meeting Diana at Balmoral when she was just 18 years old, before her wedding to Prince Charles. She said to me, ‘I’m out of my depth here. I’ll need help.’ I suspect Meghan will be feeling the same. It will be a very different life for…

She’s in the middle of a killer comeback, and Taylor Swift looked happy and healthy as she kicked off her Reputation tour last week in Arizona, USA. The singer, 28, was also praised on social media for her noticeably curvier physique, with fans attributing her weight gain to being in a happy relationship with her boyfriend, 26-year-old British actor and model Joe Alwyn. One fan wrote, “Taylor swift looks so good now that she has gained some weight.” Taylor has previously been renowned for her super-skinny frame, but in November the star reportedly revealed to fans that she had gained over a stone in weight and she felt upset by rumours she was pregnant. She also appeared to confirm the end of her six-year feud with Katy Perry last week…

She was left devastated after suffering an ectopic pregnancy with former Geordie Shore flame Gary Beadle in 2016 – fearing for her fertility when doctors were forced to remove one of her fallopian tubes and an ovary. And she couldn’t hide her tears on her new reality series, The Charlotte Show, in March when she discovered Gary had since welcomed a son, Chester, with girlfriend Emma McVey. But speaking to Closer, Charlotte Crosby insists she’s not given up on her baby dreams and is now desperate to become a mum after finding happiness with her Ex On The Beach star boyfriend Joshua Ritchie, 23, late last year. FAIRY-TALE ENDING The star – who is set to turn 28 this month – says, “I would love to start trying for a…

When Georgina Childs RSVPs to yet another wedding, she feels a knot in her stomach. That’s because after attending five big days a year for the past four years, the 30 year old has found herself in £2,000 worth of debt. And now she’s been forced to give up her flat in London and move in with her parents. The PR manager, from Essex, has recently been a guest at over 20 weddings and 12 hen parties – but the cost of accommodation, gifts, outfits and travel has left her financially crippled. OVER BUDGET She says, “I shudder when an invite arrives, but how do you tell your friends their wedding isn’t within your budget? When the invites started arriving this year, I panicked. I was already in my overdraft…

BALMAIN BEAUTY J- Lo, 48 Jenny from the block gave off seriously fierce vibes with her beaded Balmain frock. The dress fitted her like a glove and we are obsessed with the feather detail and that sexy thigh split! FROCKY HORROR Sarah Jessica Parker, 53 She can usually do no wrong, but SJP looks like she’s fallen out of the fancy dress cupboard in this frumpy ensemble. And don’t get us started on that headpiece! STYLE SIN Solange Knowles, 31 Perhaps the singer didn’t get the angelic theme memo, choosing this Ursula-style PVC get-up instead. We hope it wasn’t too hot and sweaty under there. SILVER LINING Sienna Miller, 36 The actress looked heaven-sent in this gorgeous glittery number. Her gold and silver accessories win her extra style points –…

‘I LOVE A PAMPER EVENING!’ MORNING 9AM: Because I live in New York, the hustle and bustle wakes me up. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so I’ll have something nutritious, like yoghurt with granola or porridge. 10M: I’ll start my morning routine by washing my hair with loads of conditioner, then I’ll put it into two buns to air-dry. While it’s drying, I’ll do my face – I usually use Givenchy Phenomen’Eyes Mascara, Marc Jacobs Dew Drops Highlighter, MAC Ruby Woo Lipstick and Two Faced Glitter Eyeliner. 11AM: Every day is different, but I always try to do something creative. I love going into the city and taking photographs. AFTERNOON 1PM: Keeping fit is really important to me. I go to boxing classes three times a…

CARROT & CHICKPEA BURGERS SERVES 4, READY IN 1HR 15 MINS • Low-calorie cooking spray• 800g carrots, peeled and grated• 3-4 spring onions, chopped• 1 celery stick, chopped• 1 small onion, chopped• 410g can chickpeas, drained• 2 garlic cloves, peeled• Handful of chopped fresh chives• 1 egg• 1tbsp grated lemon zest• 60g wholemeal bread, crumbed• 1tbsp sweet smoked paprika• 1kg potatoes, cut into chips• Salad, to serve FOR THE DRESSING • 150g fat-free natural yoghurt• Handful of chopped fresh mint• 1tbsp sweet chilli sauce• Juice and zest of 1 lemon STEP 1 Spritz a frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add half the grated carrot, spring onions and celery and cook for 8-10 mins. Put the remaining carrots in a food processor with the…

Midweek dinners don’t have to be fancy to taste amazing. You can pick up the ingredients for this crowd-pleasing sausage feast in minutes and the combination of fiery paprika and hearty bangers is quick to make, too – an all-round winner the whole family will love. Plus, add some extra excitement to your food shop and pick up a National Lottery Lucky Fortune Scratchcard – they’re available at all major supermarkets and can also be found in convenience stores and some high street shops. If you win, you could treat the family to a meal somewhere even more special! SHOPPING LIST INGREDIENTS • 1tsp olive oil• 8 sausages (or veggie if preferred)• 1 white onion, finely chopped• 1 large leek, roughly chopped• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed• 2tsp smoked paprika•…

After taking into account things like exercise, sleep, health conditions and gender, researchers found that people who ate more raw fruit and veg had lower levels of depression, improved wellbeing, positive mood and greater life satisfaction. These same mental health benefits were much lower for people who ate lots of cooked, canned or processed fruit and veg. The top 10 raw foods were apples, carrots, bananas, dark leafy greens, grapefruit, lettuce, citrus fruits, fresh berries, cucumber and kiwifruit, so stock up!…

£2,000 For a British bulldog. My wife Laura and I called her Sydney Harbour Phillips because we got engaged at Sydney Harbour Bridge. £12,000 On a Kia Soul car. The most important thing was to see if Sydney’s crate would fit in. £500 For a holiday to Egypt. We’re going to do a bit of diving while we’re there. £300 On train tickets from Liverpool to London for a day of promo work. £17 On a chicken wrap, salad and carrot juice from Leon. • Craig joined forces with UIA Mutual Insurance for their neighbourhood trust campaign. Visit Uia.co.uk…

What’s your reason for fronting the NHS Heroes Awards ? Phillip Schofield and Stephen Mulhern weren’t available so they got me in! No, in all seriousness, I’m really pleased they asked me because the NHS is something that’s very close to my heart – literally! (Paul has survived three heart attacks in the past). I think these are long overdue awards for the NHS and I’m delighted to be part of it. What’s your most poignant memory of the NHS? Probably my father’s death. When I was 16 years old, my mother had a heart attack, and when they told my dad, he collapsed and was taken into intensive care. He sadly died and my aunt had to tell my mother. What about your earliest memory…

Sophie’s pizza delivery was very slow. Probably because it arrived on a forklift truck. Rosie regrets telling off the milkman for being late – he’s a lethal aim with those bottles. PARIS HILTON... Paris Tweets from what sounds like the worst restaurant in the world. Hope she gives Karma a “one star” review on TripAdvisor… ASHLEY GRAHAM… There’s no need to feel bad, Ashley. We’re sure God wants you to have a healthy bowel and increased energy levels. MEGAN MCKENNA We knew she had a bit of a temper after seeing her on CBB, but as she poses with the scalps of her latest victims, we’ve vowed never to argue with Megan in a nightclub toilet… Phil’s neighbours hate it when he gets his hose out on naked gardening day.…

‘THEY’VE HAD THIS CONVERSATION BEFORE – SHE’S ASKED HIM TO BE CAREFUL’ He’s already revealed how he’s been reprimanded by Cheryl for his embarrassing over-shares in the past, including how she thought she was “massive” after having their son Bear, now one, and that she had “no complaints” about the size of his penis. And last week, fans slammed the former One Direction singer, 24, for his “childish” and “immature” behaviour when he interrupted his girlfriend while she was in the toilet during a live phone interview. Speaking with Nick Grimshaw – also known as Grimmy – on his breakfast show, Liam asked 34-year-old Cheryl if she’d had “a number one or number two”. She could be heard asking him to “stop it.” He then joked to Grimmy, “She’s going…

Relationship expert Dr Becky Spelman tells Closer, “Michelle is clearly close to her mother-in-law Carol but, while it’s natural for Carol to want her daughter-in-law to have a baby, Michelle should wait until she is fully ready. Young women can feel a tremendous amount of pressure from parents and in-laws to start a family, and there is an expectation for people to have children right after they get married. But young couples like Michelle and Mark might be more career-minded and not ready to try for a family. Plus women are having babies when they are much older these days thanks to science and IVF. Children are a huge responsibility and some women mourn the loss of their old life and the freedom they once had. It would be awful…

She’s kept everyone guessing over the state of her relationship with third husband Kieran Hayler since his affair with nanny Nikki Brown was exposed last August. But last week, insiders claimed Jordan’s five-year marriage was finally over as they reportedly split – with former stripper and serial cheat Kieran only staying on in the family home to help take care of the children. Jordan – who turns 40 later this month – seemed eager to throw herself back into the single life when she enjoyed a wild night out at Sheesh restaurant in Essex with Love Islander Rykard Jenkins, 27, and Ex On The Beach star Jordan Weekender, 25. WILD NIGHT OUT The mum of five – real name Katie Price – was filmed being seductively fed prawns by Rykard…

TAMING THEIR PARTY LIFESTYLE Harry has made headlines in the past for his wild partying antics – and Meghan reportedly enjoys a good night out, too. According to her friends from Northwestern University, Meghan loved going out clubbing while at college. And Lizzie, who met the actress over dinner five years ago, says that Meghan was a lot of fun to go out with – but fears she’ll have to tame her partying ways once she’s a royal. She says, “Meghan was great fun. We had plenty of champagne and we were dancing – I think we were the last to leave. She was having a laugh and loved it. She’s perfect for Harry – he’s the party prince. She’s such a free spirit, but I worry the restrictions of…

After Closer reported that Lauren Goodger was planning to have a baby with on-off jailbird boyfriend Joey Morrison following his temporary release last week, insiders say she’s not ruling out a quickie marriage to the Essex criminal. Sources report that although Joey – who was originally sentenced to 16 years for drug-related offences in 2009 – is now back in prison after his release, he will be out properly at the end of the year, and Lauren’s already thinking about their nuptials. AMAZING CONNECTION Although the star – whose engagement to former TOWIE co-star Mark Wright ended in 2011 after a ten-year romance – is keeping her cards close to her chest, insiders say they believe she and Joey did spend quality time with each other last week. A source…

JEN ‘HURT’ BY JUSTIN & EMMA ROMANCE RUMOURS Insiders recently revealed to Closer how Jennifer Aniston was hurt after estranged husband Justin Theroux was pictured with a string of other women following their February split. And sources say she was left reeling over reports that Justin, 46, is now dating actress Emma Stone, 29 – someone she has always got on well with at events. Justin and Emma – who are set to co-star in new TV series Maniac together – sparked romance rumours when they were spotted on a sushi date in New York just days before they were snapped leaving the Met Gala after-party together. A source says, “Jen was hurt when she saw the pictures of them leaving together. They’ve been pictured together a few times now…

‘THE HOUSE IS SO QUIET WITHOUT HER – IT’S HARD TO ADJUST TO THE SILENCE’ Eagerly texting her mum as she waited for her idol, Ariana Grande, to appear on stage at Manchester Arena, 15-year-old Olivia Campbell could barely contain her excitement. The teen had spent all day getting ready, singing along to the pop star’s songs around the house. Tragically, just hours after sending her mum, Charlotte Hardy, 37, the message that she was having an “amazing” time, Olivia was killed in the deadliest terror attack in the UK since 7/7. Now, a year on, Charlotte says she still thinks about Olivia every day, but is determined to find hope for the future. Charlotte, who lives in Bury with her partner Paul, 48, and is also mum to Catriona,…

• Don’t be afraid to say you can’t afford it. If the bride has suggested a week away, just be honest if you don’t have the cash and offer an alternative, such as cooking a meal for her. Often, you’ll find you’re not the only one who doesn’t have the budget. • Don’t splash out on clothes. Of course you want to look – and feel – great, but remember it’s the bride’s day, not yours. If you must have something different to wear, why not borrow from a friend? • Book trains in advance, use railcards and lift share when you can. Plan ahead as much as possible and use apps like Trainline to scrape back the pennies. • Book an Airbnb or stay in a cheaper hotel nearby…

FOR MUM AND MINI-ME Inject the fun factor into summer time and family vacations with Matalan’s mini collection. They’ve got all your double-act outfits sorted – from morning till night! 1 By day, hit the beach in matching swimwear for you and your girl. 2 Lounge by the pool in the evening sun in adorable identical pom-pom or tasseled kaftans. 3 After dinner, take an evening stroll in bold stripe dresses. And if you still can’t get enough of all the family twinning, Matalan has plenty more summer pieces available for you and your little one to coordinate your holiday wardrobes seamlessly – even if they aren’t an exact match. Choose from cotton-rich tops, shorts and dresses all in the same hues, as well as different cuts and styles with…

GET THE LOOK... ROSY GLOW Forget harsh contouring and bronzer, because this season it’s all about naturally flushed cheeks. So pep up your complexion, like Chloë and Rachel, with these pretty pink blushers… ❶ SHIMMERY BOOST KIKO GOLD WAVES BLUSH IN CORAL SUNSET £16.90 This velvety-soft cream powder gave our cheeks a shimmery glow and can be built up for a bolder-looking colour. ❷ LONG-LASTING M&S AUTOGRAPH TWIST UP CHEEKS BLUSHER £10 Just one stroke of this rosy-toned stick was enough to give our complexion a subtle wash of colour that lasted for hours. ❸ UNIVERSALLY FLATTERING NIP+FAB BLUSHER PALETTE £8.95 With four shades to choose from, this palette is ideal for all skin tones. We swept one of the shades across our cheekbones then blended it in for a…

HOW IT WORKS 1 Pick one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner every day. Feel free to repeat meals you enjoy and you’ll find more ideas at www.slimmingworld.co.uk or when you join your local Slimming World group. 2 Foods printed in bold are “Free Food” which you can enjoy freely to satisfy your appetite with no weighing, counting or measuring. Base meals around Free Food, like veg, pasta, lean meat, fish, rice, potatoes, fat-free dairy, eggs and more. Meat substitutes Quorn and vegan Quorn fillets, mince and pieces (plain only) and naturally smoked and plain tofu also count as Free Food. And if you feel hungry between meals, snack on fresh fruit, veg crudités and fat-free natural yoghurt. 3 As well as Free Food, stock up on fat-free salad dressings,…

LOST 5ST 1½LBS ‘I have so much more energy’ Suzy Summerhayes, 32, now a Slimming World Consultant in Weston-super-Mare, dropped four dress sizes and found a new lease of life. She says, “My husband Tim and I have been together since I was 19 and I’d always struggled with my weight – especially after our sons, George, seven, and Leo, three, were born. Sharing takeaways and treats was how we spent our time. I’d also buy a family-size bar of chocolate afterwards and eat it in the car. I linked food with shame. My friend had joined Slimming World and got great results, but I couldn’t believe it would work for me. It was at Leo’s first birthday party when suddenly something inside me clicked and I decided to go…

INSIDE OLIVIA’S FRIDGE • Eggs• Grated cheese• Maltesers• Ketchup• Philadelphia• Lurpak butter• Innocent smoothies• Salmon slices• Mackerel fillets• Bagels• Cheesestrings• Mayonnaise• Apples• Olives• Gherkins• Rocket leaves• Cherry tomatoes• Avocados• Strawberries• Coke Zero• Baby spinach• Baking potatoes• Bottled water• Pinot Grigio• Fizzy water OLIVIA How much you spend per week? Around £80, but it varies because I eat out a lot. I tend to get most things from Tesco, but if I’m cooking for people, I’ll go to M&S. Describe your daily diet... I’m trying to gain weight at the moment [Olivia is a size 6]. I’ve always struggled because I have a fast metabolism, so I’m eating fuller meals. I start the day with a big bowl of porridge with fruit, then mid-morning I’ll grab a panini and a coffee…

FAMILY MATTERS HELP YOUR KIDS COPE WITH SCHOOL STRESS As research finds that 73% of girls and 52% of boys in England feel pressured by school work, Emma provides some strategies Young people in the UK have some of the poorest mental wellbeing in the world, on top of having worryingly high levels of school stress. There is little you can do as a parent to avoid them having to go through SATS, GCSEs and the other zillion tests they will have to sit as they grow up, but you can help them to cope with such stressors effectively. Getting children organised is key. My eldest is 15 and dealing with his GCSEs and, if I left him to his own devices, he would sit in his room eating crisps…

1 A VERY ENGLISH SCANDAL FANTASTIC NEW DRAMA SUN 20 MAY, 9PM, BBC1 Hugh Grant shows just what a fantastic actor he is in this compelling three-part drama, which tells the true story of the ’70s Jeremy Thorpe affair; the first British politician ever to stand trial for murder. Grant plays Liberal leader Thorpe – who went on trial at the Old Bailey for conspiracy to do away with his lover Norman (Ben Whishaw) after their illicit romance soon became a troublesome secret. Seduction, power, paranoia – and plenty of snogging – it’s all here. Don’t miss! FACT FILE Thorpe was a rising political star as Liberal Party leader, but he was paranoid that his past affair with a man named Norman would ruin his career. A murder attempt and…

Closer’s psychologist Emma Kenny tells us, “Liam probably doesn’t set out to humiliate Cheryl. His cheeky sense of humour and his over-sharing nature could just be down to his age – and that’s not a negative. He’s admitted she’s told him to not speak about certain things in interviews, but he appears to get carried away. If it is a big issue in their relationship, Cheryl needs to sit down with Liam and really set the boundaries. The only problem is that behaviour is very different to personality. Liam can change certain behaviours but, ultimately, his humour is part of his personality and that could prove hard to drastically alter. It’s just part of who he is.”…

‘ SHE KNOWS SHE DESERVES BETTER AND WON’T FORGIVE AND FORGET EASILY’ Just days after reports surfaced that she’d contacted a mystery woman following allegations her husband Dan Osborne cheated on her last summer, Jacqueline Jossa was pictured out for a walk with the former TOWIE star, their daughter, Ella, three, and Dan’s four-year-old son, Teddy. The unnamed woman claimed Jacqueline, 25, had messaged her demanding “the truth” about rumours she’d slept with Dan, 26. The messages – believed to be from the former EastEnders star, who is almost eight months pregnant – read, “I’ve just been told something and I really need to hear it from you. All I want is the truth.” As Closer went to press, there were reports the pair were near a reconciliation, but insiders…

‘IT’S A TRICKY DECISION AS SHE’S CLOSE TO HER FAMILY’ Her marriage to footballer Wayne Rooney endured a rocky 2017 after the footballer’s boozy night out with party girl Laura Simpson in September saw him slapped with a driving ban and a 12-month community order. But wife Coleen later revealed in a lengthy Facebook post that she’d forgiven him, and it was last week claimed that the Everton player had signed a deal “in principal” with US based team DC United – meaning a potential two-year move to Washington. Now sources say Coleen’s friends believe this could mark a fresh start for the couple. A source says, “Wayne has been in talks with DC and, after everything they’ve been through, Coleen’s friends feel this could be just the change of…

Julie, 44, tells Closer that fellow American Meghan Markle may have to get used to some bizarre traditions and rules in her new life as royal wife. She says, “I think Meghan will not only have to adjust to life as part of the royal family, but also life as an American in a very British family. I met my husband through mutual friends at a party. I don’t think I quite understood what his title meant at first, as we don’t learn about British aristocracy at school in the US. I noticed a huge difference between my new British relatives and myself. Americans wear their hearts on their sleeves and we’re quite vocal and loud. Brits are more reserved, so I had to tone it down! “I don’t think…

As a mum-of-four married to her childhood sweetheart, Jennifer Christie was blissfully happy. But, in January 2014, her contented life was shattered when she was subjected to a brutal sexual assault. Beaten and raped by a stranger, she was left with fractured ribs and broken fingers from desperately trying to fight off her attacker. TRAUMA Physically and emotionally scarred, just five weeks later Jennifer was hit by a life-changing discovery – she was pregnant with her rapist’s baby. But, rather than have a termination, as many women understandably would in that position, she and her husband of 22 years, Jeff, 43, made the incredible decision to raise the child together and, in September 2014, she gave birth to her son, Oliver*. Jennifer, 42, says, “When I saw the positive pregnancy…

Mariah Carey was all smiles as she showed off her incredible figure on a date with boyfriend Bryan Tanaka recently – amid reports she’s shed 2st since having a gastric sleeve fitted last October. And insiders say that after years of struggling with her weight, the superstar is bursting with confidence after going from a size 14 to a size 8 in just seven months. DIETS & LIPO A source says, “Mariah loves her body and says her confidence and energy on stage – and in the bedroom – have soared. She’s spent over £500K on sexy lingerie and swimwear and is considering baring all in a shoot.” The 47 year old, who has varied between a size 8 and a 16, dropped 5st on the Jenny Craig diet plan…

Millie Robson, 16, from County Durham, went to Ariana’s concert with her best friend, Laura Anderson, also 16, after winning VIP tickets in an online competition – and even met the singer backstage before the show. As she left the arena to meet up with her dad, she was knocked off her feet by the explosion. She says, “I thought the bang was a speaker at first, with some kind of technical problem. But when I looked down I could see two holes in my knees. My dad picked me up and ran outside, where paramedics and strangers helped us. Around us, young kids were screaming and crying in pain.” Millie had operations to remove the shrapnel from her wounds, and used a wheelchair, then crutches, for four months. She…

IN THE NEWS PARTYWEAR FROM £20! Whether you’re heading to a christening, wedding or posh barbecue, high-street giant New Look is on hand to get you glammed up for less. Their new occasionwear drop includes a range of romantic ruffled and off-the-shoulder dresses with matching shoes, starting from just £19.99! We’ll race you to the checkout. EVERYBODY’S WEARING... SUNSHINE SHADES These stars prove that yellow isn’t that tricky to pull off. We’ve scoured the high street to bring you the sunniest buys around……

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DINNER (Choose 1) CHICKEN PICCATA WITH CAVOLO NERO Serves 4. Ready in 40 mins • 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts – or Quorn or vegan Quorn pieces• 10-12 sage leaves (half finely chopped, the rest left whole)• 12 black peppercorns, crushed• 400ml boiling chicken stock• 1 garlic clove, crushed• Finely grated zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon• 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained• Boiled dried pasta, to serve For the cavolo nero: • Low-calorie cooking spray• 1 onion, thinly sliced• 2 fresh rosemary sprigs• 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped• 300g cavolo nero, tough stems discarded, rinsed and sliced 1. First cook the cavolo nero (a type of kale popular in Italy). Spray a deep, lidded nonstick pan with low-calorie cooking spray and…

• Beauty guru Liz says “Pearled spelt is a healthy alternative to rice. It has a wonderful nutty taste and is a source of fibre and B vitamins.” SIMPLE SUPPER KING PRAWN LINGUINE SERVES 2 • 200g linguine• 1 1/2tbsp olive oil• 1 onion, finely chopped• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped• 2tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped• 1/2 mild red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped• 1tbsp red wine vinegar• 400g can chopped tomatoes• 200ml passata• 3tbsp flatleaf parsley, leaves and stalks chopped and kept separate• 1/4tsp sugar• 250g raw king prawns, halved lengthways STEP 1 Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Cook the linguine according to packet instructions, then drain. STEP 2 Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, sun-dried…

‘THERE’S NO SHAME IN BEING OFF WITH STRESS’ UK workers feel guilty for taking time off for a mental health reason, but Dr C says stress, anxiety & depression should be taken seriously Many of us feel we can’t take time away from work for a mental health reason, yet 94 per cent of HRs say depression and anxiety are adequate reasons to call in sick, and 80 per cent say workplace stress is legitimate. KNOW WHAT’S VALID Stress, depression and anxiety are just as valid as other health problems. People need recovery time, and there’s no shame in that. Of course, it’s important to distinguish between normal stress and mental illness; most people will feel some stress and, to some extent, it works in our favour – helping us…

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How excited are you about covering the royal wedding? I’m thrilled! I covered Kate and William’s [aka the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge] wedding in 2011 as well, which was a real privilege and a treat. What’s the atmosphere like? It’s overwhelming… electric! People will have camped out on the streets for nights, hoping for good spots on The Long Walk in Windsor to get the best view of Meghan in the car. I think these weddings really show Britain at its best. The whole country stops what it’s doing and comes together to celebrate. What’s your role on the day? I will be with the crowds, getting their reaction. I imagine lots of people will come from the US, and from all parts of Britain. Windsor won’t know what’s…

MUST READ Five Years From Now (PAIGE TOON) Nell and Van meet as children when their parents fall in love, but soon they are forced to be worlds apart. Five years later, they find each other. Their bond is rekindled and new feelings take hold, but once again they have to separate. For the next two decades, fate brings Nell and Van together every five years, as life and circumstance continue to divide them. But will they ever find true happiness? And will it be together? You won’t be able to put down this emotional read. BEST DAY OUT Cancer Research UK, Shine Night Walk From walking a 10K in Cardiff to a mighty 26 miles in London, anything you can do to help raise money for this charity will…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK There is a New Moon in your birthday chart, suggesting there will be a lot of change for you in the year ahead. In fact, it’s almost inevitable. Love-wise, things looks peachy – but you have to keep your temper under control. Don’t act out! THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY This could be one of the biggest weeks of your life! The planet of revolution and rebellion, Uranus, bursts into your sign and leaves every hair on your body standing on end. It might be a bumpy ride, but the shackles are falling away. Find out what this week’s New Moon means for you – call 0906 7511 677* GEMINI 21 MAY-20 JUN Your friendships are going to be a…