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As most of us prepare to enjoy a more “normal” life again as restrictions begin to ease, spare a thought for those who, sadly, cannot. This week, we applaud three very inspiring celebs – Sarah Harding, Nikki Grahame and Kate Garraway – whose husband Derek remains in hospital with “long COVID”. Their circumstances teach us valuable lessons around asking for help, staying optimistic no matter what and the healing power of love. We have probably all missed friends and family, so the chance to meet more people outside will hopefully make everything feel brighter. Whether you have a garden, balcony or just fancy a picnic in the park, our Outdoors Special on page 61 has brilliant ideas to help you make the most of being in nature with the people…

• Broody star’s ‘reveal’ came after her estranged husband Kieran Hayler announced he is expecting his first child with girlfriend Michelle Penticost • Two other exes are also expecting, as is her sister, Sophie, and sister-in-law, Sasha • Friends say her ‘bump’ post is a result of being upset that she isn’t pregnant while ‘everyone around her is’ After her estranged husband Kieran Hayler proudly announced he’s set to become a dad again last week, Jordan was accused of trying to steal his baby thunder by posting a photo suggesting she’s expecting her sixth child. With her hand cradled across her tummy, the mum of five – real name Katie Price – tagged boyfriend of eight months Carl Woods in an Instagram snap and wrote, “Happy and healthy. It’s the…

The worrying depths of Big Brother star Nikki Grahame’s struggle with anorexia were highlighted last week as pal Rylan Clark-Neal made a public plea for help to save her life. The TV host shared a GoFund Me page – set up by Nikki’s friends to raise funds for her to receive specialist treatment – that showed heartbreaking images of her. On the page’s bio, Nikki’s friends reveal all NHS treatments have failed and shockingly describe paying for special treatment – costing £25,000 – as her “last hope”. They added, “She is in a very bad way, this is now our last hope. She has no energy and is taking each day as it comes.” As Closer went to press, the page had received over £66,000 in donations, and it had…

The Coronavirus pandemic and a year of lockdowns have taken a hit on our mental health – but a recent UK study showed new mothers have been hit hardest and were three times as likely to suffer from anxiety, depression and loneliness. In recent weeks, several celeb new mums including reality stars Kate Lawler and Kate Ferdinand have spoken out about their struggles on social media, receiving praise and understanding from other women who had recently given birth. TV psychological therapist Emma Kenny tells Closer, “New parents are usually surrounded by family and friends but the pandemic is isolating, which can be daunting. It’s an intense, emotional time as it is, let alone having a life change like motherhood. It’s also important to have some ‘me time’ away from your…

After leaving her friend’s house in south London at around 9pm three weeks ago, Sarah Everard expected to be home within the hour. The 33-year-old marketing executive called her boyfriend on her way home and spoke to him for 15 minutes. But Sarah never made it back to her flat. Her boyfriend reported her missing the following day and, following a huge police search, her body was found in Ashford, Kent. The man charged with her abduction and murder is a Metropolitan police officer, Wayne Couzens. DEATH While the Met Commissioner, Cressida Dick, insisted that “it is incredibly rare for a woman to be abducted from our streets”, statistics show stranger killings account for one-in-12 of all murders of women by men. And between 2008 and 2019, 119 women were…

❛I WAS BRUISED AND SWOLLEN – I DID LOOK SCARY❜ Former glamour model Danielle Lloyd, 37, shared a selfie on Instagram earlier this month that sparked questions over whether she’d modified her face – with one follower asking, “What’s happened to the side of your eyes?” and another posting, “Please be careful with your treatments – your face has changed.” And despite previously telling Closer she’d “never touch her face again”, the mum-of-four now reveals she had a “fox-eye” thread lift – as well as a second thread lift around her chin to tighten up her jawline – in December, after worrying about approaching 40, as well as spending hours researching different procedures during the second lockdown. The treatment – rumoured to be popular with the likes of Kim Kardashian,…

She excitedly gushed about “new beginnings” after picking up the keys to their “forever” home last week. Now insiders say Jacqueline Jossa, 28, and Dan Osborne, 29, are planning to mark their move – said to be a fresh start following a string of cheating accusations which have blighted their three-and-a-half year marriage – by renewing their wedding vows once pandemic restrictions are lifted in June. In November, the former EastEnders’ star – who shares Ella, six, and Mia, two, with Dan, who has seven-year-old son Teddy from a previous relationship – said, “The thought of it cringes me out slightly but we might do something like renew our vows when the time is right. We would like all five of us in the photos – we’d do it for…

They vowed to spend the rest of their life together after a fairy-tale engagement two years ago. But Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez were recently forced to deny reports their relationship had come to an end following rumours Alex had been FaceTiming reality TV star Madison LeCroy, 30. Madison shot down rumours of an affair, saying they had “spoken on the phone” but “never met up” and the basketball star and Jen later released a statement denying a split. However, they did admit there was trouble in paradise, saying, “We are working through some things.” Three days later, Alex, 45, jetted into the Dominican Republic to meet with Jen, 51, where she’s currently filming her new movie, Shotgun Wedding. Alex shared a video on Instagram Stories of the singer –…

She’s wowed fans with her incredible body overhaul, dropping from a size 12 to an 8 in 2018, and gained praise recently for sharing before and after snaps of her bum. Ferne says, “My bum and thighs were always my problem areas. I always used to feel like I had so much cellulite – I used to call it my banana roll! I remember a beauty therapist once told me the only way to fix it was through surgery; I was so shocked. Thank God I didn’t!” Ferne credits her incredible new “peachy bum” to targeted exercise, healthy eating and drinking tons of water. “I like to use my insecurities as motivation. It’s all about turning pain into power,” she says.…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK In the first lockdown, people’s phone use went up by more than 200 per cent. Now research has found that a third of young people are addicted to their device. The scientists said people were addicts if they couldn’t control how long they spent on their phone, felt distressed when they couldn’t access it, or neglected more meaningful parts of their life because they were busy on it. We throw around the word “addiction” a lot, but this is clearly addictive behaviour. SPOT THE ‘HIGH’ Apps on phones are designed to hook us in, they give us little bursts of dopamine, a brain chemical that makes us feel good, so we keep going back for more. They…

Working from home and being isolated has seen us acquire 3.2 million pets, as a way to ease anxiety and soothe stress. That is completely understandable, but the RSPCA estimate they’ve received 40 abandonment reports a day since lockdown started, which is heartbreaking. START PLANNING If you’ve acquired a pet during lockdown, you need to start planning for when you’re out at work, on holidays and socialising again. Many companies will want their workers back in the office 9-5, but that could mean coming home to a traumatised animal dealing with separation anxiety, as they may need walking, feeding and stimulating throughout the day. If this doesn’t happen, they can become depressed. It’s why I have to pay a house sitter to look after my animals whenever I’m not there,…

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ARE THEY REALLY THAT BAD? Whether you’re wearing minimal make-up or a full-on face, we should all be ensuring our complexion is properly cleansed before hitting the sheets. While they are undoubtedly convenient, they may cause long-lasting damage to your skin. Skincare expert and facialist Jane Scrivner explains, “While face wipes do remove some traces of make-up, they don’t clean as thoroughly as facial cleanser and water, so traces of product and oil may be left behind to clog up pores.” She adds, “Some of the chemicals and harsh parabens in wipes can cause dryness. They strip the skin of its natural oils, which can lead to inflammation, and irritation.” Furthermore, the rough material of most wipes can lead to an increase in fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation as well.…

Turn to page 32 to read Closer’s interview with Ross Kemp 1 BRITAIN’S TIGER KINGS – ON THE TRAIL WITH ROSS KEMP NOT YOUR AVERAGE PETS TUE 30 MARCH, 9PM, ITV Ross Kemp’s brand of no-nonsense film-making returns with this fascinating (often shocking) two-parter looking at people who keep dangerous animals at their homes – as well as asking why they do it, and the moral issues of wild beasts living in small spaces. Kemp meets a man who has two lions in his garden and a couple with a collection of 200 exotic animals. He also visits Munich, where he ends up in a cage with a lion. Our money’s on Ross… FACTFILE There are 4,000 animals, including lions and tigers, owned privately in the UK. Kemp says it…

Various Artists NOW That’s What I Call Music! 108 The ultimate music compilation is back with number 108. Featuring 46 tracks of the biggest hits from the past year by the likes of Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Lady Gaga and James Arthur, it’s the perfect album to pop on shuffle. Out 26 March. Ariana Grande Positions (Deluxe) Pop princess Ariana Grande has released a deluxe version of number-one album Positions. With four extra new tracks on this offering, we love the remix of 34+35 featuring fellow superstars Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion. Plus it’s also available on vinyl, too. Out 26 March.…

❛SHE’S A FIREFLY LIKE ME – WE LIVE FOR THE MOMENT❜ She’s been battling advanced breast cancer since last summer, which has sadly since spread through her body including her spine – and Sarah Harding has now revealed the devastating news that doctors have told her Christmas 2020 was “probably her last”. The former Girls Aloud star – who has undergone a mastectomy and chemotherapy and is living with her mother, Marie, who is caring for her – made the shocking revelation in her new memoir, Hear Me Out. As well as recalling her life in the hit band, it details her diagnosis and treatment in full for the first time, and how she was placed in an induced coma after also battling sepsis. In her book, Sarah, 39, writes,…

• Raising the issue with a loved one can be challenging. Speak to them one-on-one, away from mealtimes. Try not to centre the conversation on food or weight. • It’s not always about weight. Look out for other signs, including exercising excessively, eating in secret, skipping meals, or distorted beliefs about body image. • The Beat Adult helpline is open to anyone over 18. Call them on 0808 801 0677. Anyone under 18 can call Beat’s Youthline on 0808 801 0711 (9am-8pm on weekdays, 4pm-8pm weekends and bank holidays).…

She gave birth to son Cree – her first child – in December. But despite her joy at becoming a mum, Kate Ferdinand has been open and honest with fans about her emotional struggles over the last few months. Just 11 days after Cree’s birth in December, Kate, 29, posted a pic of herself wearing maternity knickers and admitted she felt “completely overwhelmed”. Earlier this month, Kate – who also shares stepchildren Lorenz, 14, Tate, 12, and Tia, nine, with former footballer Rio, 42 – revealed, “I cried every day for five weeks” as she adjusted to new motherhood. The former TOWIE star has also said it’s important to open up so that other new mums can relate. She said, “My body was bruised, I couldn’t walk up and down…

Almara Abgarian, 31, has experienced sexual harassment by strangers. She was one of the many women who attended Sarah’s vigil – a photo she took of the event went viral and was shared by celebrities including DJ Annie Mac and comedian Sue Perkins. Almara says, “A couple of years ago, I was walking home, when I fell over. A man ran over to help me up, but as he pulled me to my feet, he touched my vagina through my trousers. My initial reaction was shock – he had seen me fall and seen it as an opportunity. My next emotion was anger. I don’t think he expected me to fight back, but when I shoved him off me, he ran away. “That wasn’t the first or the last time…

FAILURE IS LIFE MOVING US IN ANOTHER DIRECTION At the age of 13, Oprah was sent to a juvenile detention home due to bad behaviour. At 18, she went to university to study media and landed a job as a reporter for a Nashville radio station. Soon after, she became the first African-American anchor on the city’s TV station. She said, “I know what it feels like to not be wanted… you can use it as a stepping stone to build great empathy for people. For every one of us that succeeds, it’s because there is somebody there to show you the way out. If you’re constantly pushing yourself higher and higher, the law of averages predicts that you will at some point fall… Failure is just life trying to…

They filed for divorce in September 2016, after two years of marriage and 12 years together – yet the legal proceedings continue to drag on between actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Angelina, 45, is said to be “ready to offer proof of domestic violence testimony” as her divorce from Brad, 57, heads to a court trial. But the actress has made no indication that the “domestic violence” matter mentioned in the documents was related to Brad. After divorce proceedings began, it was reported Brad was allegedly involved in an incident with the couple’s son Maddox while on a private jet. After a review, the FBI and Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family cleared Brad of any wrongdoing. The upcoming trial is to determine custody of their children…

She was forced to drop out of ITV’s Dancing On Ice early last month after suffering a dangerous head injury during rehearsals with skating partner Mark Hanretty, and Billie Faiers admits the toning effects of weeks of gruelling practice are “now reversing”. And with summer holidays a not-so-distant dream away, the mum-of-two, 31, is feeling motivated to ramp up her fitness regime – but says she’ll never discuss weight in front of her six-year-old daughter, Nelly. HEALTHY EATING Billie, who is 5ft 4 and a petite size 6-8, tells Closer, “In our house, we don’t talk about body hang-ups or diets. Nelly sometimes sees me eating something healthy and asks, ‘Mummy, are you on that diet?’, so I know she just thinks a diet is a type of food! I’d…

Gabrielle caught COVID just before Christmas last year, and now says she can’t wait to have the vaccine. She says, “It’s a horrific virus. I was bedbound with severe headaches; I felt like I had a cheese grater on my brain, and no painkillers on the planet seemed to work. “My heart goes out to all those who had to be hospitalised. I know quite a few people who went down around the same time I did and a lot of them made quite a speedy recovery, but I was still suffering. It was bad; it took about a good month to no longer be bedbound. I will most definitely be getting the vaccine, and although I had the virus over Christmas, I know I can still get it –…

We’ve had three months of this third lockdown, but the vaccine roll-out is going well and COVID cases and deaths are falling. The dates for easing restrictions are also getting closer and I can’t wait – not just for me, but for my kids. Despite Aurelia and Bodhi being so young, I can’t wait for them to have some normality in their lives – they really need it. We’ve been out and about, but they’ve totally missed out on interacting with other kids and on activities like visiting soft play areas or having swimming lessons. Apart from us, Bodhi has only ever seen people wearing face masks, and Aurelia has started to find them scary and traumatising. I know none of us can wait to get back in the gym,…

• TV chef Nadiya says, “Brandy snap meets biscuit meets toffee… these are delicious for a sweet treat.” SIMPLE SUPPER LAMB STEAKS, LENTILS AND TURKISH SALAD SERVES 4 • 1tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely sliced • 400g can green lentils, drained and rinsed • 4 lamb steaks (about 600g) FOR THE SALAD: • 2tbsp pomegranate molasses • Juice ½ lemon • 2tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1tsp sumac • 4 tomatoes, diced • ½ cucumber, diced • 4 spring onions, diced • Small handful crunchy salad leaves, chopped • Large handful dill, mint, coriander or flat-leaf parsley, chopped • Finely chopped green chilli, to taste (optional) STEP 1 Heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat and fry the onion for 10 mins. STEP 2 Mix…

There was clearly something in the air last Sunday. I and all of my single friends seemed to have bought a one-way ticket for the misery train. Lockdown fatigue hasn’t helped anyone’s mood, regardless of marital status, and long-term singletons will no doubt nod in agreement with me that it’s often Sundays that suck the most: after all, it’s the day designed for snuggles in bed with your partner, a lazy breakfast together, a romantic walk and a film on the sofa. One of the ways I used to beat my loneliness was to keep busy, but lockdown has robbed us of that, and last Sunday I just felt alone with yet another full day ahead with only my thoughts for company. Going for a walk or calling a friend…

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Tell us all about the show… It’s heart-warming, and I think everyone will relate to it. We all have sentimental items that we just can’t let go of. Here, they are completely transformed – and you’re walking away with a one-of-a-kind piece. Give us some examples… In one episode we have a car that gets turned into a giant feather sculpture, and in another there’s a beautiful cloak that holds memories of a beloved dad. It got turned into a lovely pouffe, which can now be seen and used every day. And there’s a “big reveal”? That moment is just magical. You want everyone to love what the crafters have done, and there was lots of emotion and tears. We had a lady on who’d lost her husband to cancer.…

23-29 MARCH IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Expect a year of focusing on the people you love and having more love come your way. Love is centre-stage in the coming 12 months, including the chance to heal any damaged relationships. Don’t let fearful thoughts throw you off track. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN ARIES 21 MAR-19 APR The pandemic has taught us that what we missed in lockdown was less the material things, more seeing the people we love. This week, it looks like you’ll be connecting more with those most important to you and also feeling more love. Find out your Rising Sign for free at moonmessages.com/freechart TAURUS 20 APR-20 MAY We all need time out from the crazy mayhem of life and we all get that once…

Although their personal and professional lives often make headlines, it’s uncommon for the Rooneys to speak out about what really goes on behind closed doors at their Cheshire mansion. But now that could be set to change, as footballer Wayne is reportedly filming a candid documentary about his prolific career, and has sat down for several interviews with the team who made the BAFTA award-winning documentary on Amy Winehouse. It’s claimed he has also spoken about “several aspects” of his personal life with wife Coleen, including “marital mistakes and drinkdriving”, as a source adds, “It is made clear he’s a fantastic dad, and loving husband – but he holds his hands up to previous lapses in judgement.” A spokesperson for Wayne confirmed the documentary’s release, but said, “No decisions have…

Since her time in the spotlight, Sarah has thrown herself into charity work as part of Girls Aloud – with the band releasing hit charity singles for Comic Relief and Children In Need, as well as each getting involved in their own individual campaigns for different causes. And in her book, Sarah revealed that she wants to give back to some of the cancer organisations that have helped her through her diagnosis and treatment – notably Macmillan Cancer Support, who provide emotional, financial and physical help to cancer patients and their families, and The Christie Charitable Fund, which provides enhanced services for The Christie Hospital, one of the largest cancer treatment facilities in the UK. Sarah said, “What I’d really love is to put on some sort of charity gala…

This week marks the poignant anniversary of the beginning of a nightmare for much-loved TV presenter Kate Garraway. Twelve months ago, her husband Derek Draper was admitted into hospital with Coronavirus – and has remained there in a fight for his life ever since. This week will see ITV documentary Finding Derek give a glimpse into how the Good Morning Britain presenter has navigated life with her husband in hospital while being both mum and dad to their children, Darcey, 15, and Billy, 11. DARKEST TIMES Derek is currently the longest-surviving Coronavirus patient in the UK suffering with “long COVID” – while he no longer tests positive for the disease, it’s ravaged his body and left him with multiple health conditions, including diabetes and holes in his heart and lungs.…

Radio host Kate Lawler gave birth to daughter Noa last month – but last week she told her social media followers that she’s currently in “the darkest place I’ve ever been in”. While Kate, 40, couldn’t wait to become a mum, her daughter Noa – who she shares with fiancé Martin – spent the first two weeks of her life in intensive care with breathing difficulties and has been in and out of hospital since, with a high temperature. And Kate has described how sleep deprivation, hospital trips and on-demand breastfeeding had driven her to “breaking point”. The former Big Brother winner posted on Instagram, “Being a mum to a newborn is not the best thing ever right now. It’s broken me. I’m not coping well mentally and I wish…

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Following an impressive 10st weight-loss and dropping six dress sizes, Charlotte Bruce-Alexander should have felt incredible – but she was left with saggy skin that made her miserable. Charlotte, 38, who lives in Dubai with her husband, Mark, 38 and their two children, Scarlett, eight, and Quinn, five, had always struggled with her weight and, before she began her healthy eating plan, was a size 22 at her biggest. She says, “I worked so hard to lose weight with a strict diet and exercise regime. But despite achieving amazing results, all I could see when I looked in the mirror was loose, saggy skin flapping around. “I hoped it wasn’t as bad as I thought it was, so I asked the one person I knew would give me an honest…

She previously expressed her heartache at being away from long-term boyfriend Johnny McDaid during lockdown last year – and now Courteney Cox has revealed that she and her beau are apart again. The Friends actress sent a sweet message to Irishman Johnny on St Patrick’s Day, sharing two photos of them together, and writing, “Happy St. Paddy’s Day! I’m missing my favorite Irishman and family. I love you.” The Snow Patrol singer, 44, splits his time between Ireland, the UK and Los Angeles, but due to lockdown he spent most of 2020 apart from Courteney, although they did manage a brief rendezvous in December. The pair announced their engagement back in 2014 but then they called it off in 2019, before reuniting soon after. Last October, Courteney, 56, admitted she…

Billie says, “I’ve never been a gym bunny so I try to squeeze in a workout where I can at home. I like to hula-hoop in my front room. I also run up and down the stairs about 200 times a day after Nelly! “It’s about balance and I make sure I have my five-a-day, with fruit salads and family meals like chicken casserole and shepherd’s pie – but I also love a cheese and ham roll with salt and vinegar crisps.” Taking time out for yourself and your partner is important, too. Billie adds, “Friday or Saturday night is a great time to take half an hour to have a nice bath and put on a face mask. Date nights are a thing of the past at the moment…

She’s made no secret of her happiness since finding love with model Jack Padgett, and Ferne McCann insists she and her new man are thriving since moving in together during the latest lockdown. After she’s spent the last few years mostly single, the pair, who have known each other for five years, started dating in October last year, and Ferne recently admitted he’s The One. “Jack is so lovely, it’s going really well,” she beams during her Zoom call with Closer. “He’s actually in the hallway now – I’ve given him a task to build a console table that came as a flatpack. So I’ll look forward to seeing how he gets on with that!” The loved-up pair were pictured together during a sunshine break in South Africa over Christmas,…

INSIDE AMY’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Full-fat Coke • Green pesto • Flora spread • Jaffa Cakes Nibbles • Barbeque sauce • Babybel cheese • Broccoli and stilton soup • Blueberries • Baby tomatoes • Strawberries • Red pesto • Burrata cheese • Meat-free sausages • Mushrooms • Cod fillets • Mixed salad leaves • Carrots • Pineapple juice • Rosé wine • Almond milk AMY How much do you spend per week? I live at home with my mum and dad and spend around £100 a week. Describe your daily diet... For breakfast I have porridge with frozen fruit then, midmorning, I’ll make a smoothie with almond milk, raspberries, banana and a load of spinach. Lunch is usually broccoli and Stilton soup. In the afternoon, I might have a…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY You may be excited at the idea of G&Ts in the sun with as many mates as you can cram on your patio come July, but your partner or kids may not feel the same. The words “stay home, say safe” have embedded themselves into many people’s psychology, so you may have very different ideas about how you intend to get back to normal. This mismatch may infuriate you, but rather than insisting your way is right, work together on a plan. If you and your family members aren’t chomping at the bit to light the barbecue, it’s because you have spent a year thinking that a trip to the supermarket may kill someone. In your mind…

THE BRAVEST THING I’VE DONE IS... going on The Apprentice in 2018 and getting to the final where I pitched my idea to Lord Sugar. It was daunting because there were so many people there and I was nervous about messing up. I GET ANNOYED AT SEEING... people who have no drive. I’m from a humble, working class background and I’ve always had to work hard in order to get to where I want to go, so I find people who don’t have any ambition really frustrating. THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE BEEN GIVEN IS... to do what you love. When I was deciding what to study at university, I was struggling to choose between something artistic or something that would guarantee a good wage. In the end I…

IN THE NEWS BILLIE RETURNS WITH GORGEOUS KIDS’ RANGE After huge success with her previous collections, Billie Faiers has launched another range of dreamy kidswear for George at Asda. Offering traditional dungarees and dresses in springtime prints that even the Royals would approve of, it includes comfy sweatshirts and accessories, too. This time, the size range goes up to eight years, so you can treat siblings to matching wardrobes. Prices start from £10. Turn to page 28 to read our chat with Billie. WHO WORE IT BEST? EMILY ATACK VS ASHLEY ROBERTS Fashionistas Emily and Ashley had us seeing double when they both opted for this striped two-piece from Never Fully Dressed. Ashley kept things cold weather-appropriate with a cosy coat, adding cat-eyed sunnies and red stilettos, while Emily opted…

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INSPIRATION YOU’LL LOVE! PERK UP WITH PAINT We don’t shy away from painting our interiors, so adding a quick coat of colour to our outdoor space should be a no-brainer! You’ll be amazed at the difference it can make – look for bright, beautiful tones in exterior formulations that will withstand all weathers. The opportunities are endless! Revamp an old shed, make window frames a statement, upcycle your table and plant pots or add some fanciness to your fences. ADD COSY TEXTILES Layering textiles will give outdoor spaces a warm, cosy feel. Update a tired patio chair with a colourful pillow and a throw, or use an outdoor rug to establish an area – they’re made in a synthetic material that won’t soak up rain or stain. A rug will…

HOLLYOAKS TRISH’S GRAND OPENING It’s the launch of Trish’s new dance school – but things get off to a rocky start when her boyfriend goes AWOL, and she ends up giving Leah a tongue-lashing. Then one of her dance rivals, Marco, turns up – yep, it’s AJ Pritchard of Strictly Come Dancing fame, making his debut in the soap! (His Love Island star brother Curtis is set to join him in coming weeks.) Plus, Felix poses as a cop in an attempt to hijack a van delivering laptops, but the job turns out to be far trickier than anticipated – with Maxine caught in the crossfire… CORONATION STREET A TUG OF LOVE He is perhaps Weatherfield’s unlikely Lothario, but Billy Mayhew has been juggling the affections of Todd and Paul…

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