Table of contents for Issue 957 in Closer

The weather’s improving, the restrictions are easing… and that means it could be time to get out and shed those winter layers. If the thought doesn’t fill you with the joys of spring, we can help. We’ve got 14 pages of advice and ideas to help you feel great in your own skin – whether you simply want some fashion advice or you’d like to lose a few pounds. You could drop a dress size in a month – and keep it off – with our easy-to-follow diet. If you need some inspiration, on page 34 former Hollyoaks actor Davinia Taylor reveals how she got her glow back (helped by cold showers and fatty coffee). Plus, if you fancy giving yourself a beauty pick-me-up but your budget’s tight, we’ve teamed…

TRUE BLUE BEAUTIES Serving up the finest royal blue, Kate mirrored Diana’s 1992 outfit on a trip to Scotland last week. She marries a Hope pleated midi skirt with a boxy Zara blazer, punctuated with gold buttons – a look that has lasted the test of time. The only slight difference is the jacket length – and the hairdo! PINK PAIR Kate met with five-year-old cancer patient Mila Sneddon at Holyroodhouse last week and had promised to wear pink for the occasion. The Duchess stuck to her word and went all-out with this beautiful pleated dress by ME+EM, which echoed the cerise ensemble Diana wore while in Eqypt in 1992. CRICKET CLONES The People’s Princess rocked this preppy cricket sweater on the school run in 1989 and, last week, Kate…

Being in the same situation as Louise is difficult for many. Relationship expert Jo Barnett gives her top tips on how to heal after a break-up: 1) Remind yourself of all the reasons why you are not together any more and what didn’t work for you. 2) Make a list of what you are grateful for in your life – children, pets, job, good friends etc. 3) Plan a night out with friends to “celebrate you” and all the good things in your life. 4) Write down all of your goals for this year, everything you want to achieve, and work towards them. 5) Send good wishes to your ex – it may be hard, but releasing or overcoming feelings of negativity and bitterness will, in turn, help you feel…

The recent Netflix documentary, Seaspiracy, shone a light on the damage done to the oceans by the mass fishing industry. Fish are caught in such high numbers to meet demand, that some marine biologists believe our oceans could be virtually empty by 2048. And the methods used are damaging, too. “Bottom trawling”, which involves hauling heavy nets across the seabed, is believed to destroy around 3.9 billion acres of seabed every year. There’s also an issue of “bycatch” – creatures that are accidentally caught, including sharks and dolphins. Waste produced by fishing is also regularly dumped in the ocean after use. The Pacific Ocean’s “garbage patch” is an area three times the size of France, where rubbish collects due to currents. The makers of Seaspiracy say that 46 per cent…

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and fiancée Carrie Symonds have set a date for their big day. Boris, 56, and Carrie, 33, have reportedly sent out save-the-date cards to family and friends for a summer wedding on 30 July 2022. The wedding will be the third for Boris, but Carrie’s first. Their engagement – and the news that Carrie was expecting their first child, Wilfred, now one – was announced in late February 2020, just 11 days after Boris finalised his divorce from second wife Marina Wheeler. Boris and Carrie’s wedding is expected to be one of the biggest political weddings in decades. When they tie the knot, he will become the first prime minister to have got divorced and married in office since the Earl of Grafton in 1769!…

It should be the happiest day of her life, but Stacey Solomon has admitted planning her dream wedding to Joe Swash is proving to be a bumpy road. She recently revealed that she’s fallen behind with preparations amid the upheaval of moving into their new home, which she has been busy renovating on top of juggling her TV commitments and looking after her three boys. PERFECTIONIST Stacey, 31 – who’s set to wed fiancé Joe, 39, at their £1.2 million Essex pad, “Pickle Cottage”, on 25 July following their Christmas Eve engagement – admitted, “At the moment, my wedding planning has not gone any further from last year. We didn’t foresee moving house.” The Loose Women presenter – who is mum to Zachary, 13, and Leighton, nine, from previous relationships…

Like most people, I can’t wait to hop on a plane and go on holiday. I grew up in Singapore, so I’m used to experiencing exotic places. The whole process of going to the airport, checking in and knowing your bags aren’t overweight makes me so excited! I’ve missed trying different cultures and cuisine. As a child in Singapore, I loved nasi goreng, which is an Indonesian rice dish cooked with pieces of meat and vegetables. I went on holiday to Thailand a few years back, and a restaurant there had the best nasi goreng dish I’ve had since I was a kid. It was so good, I had to go back to get it every night! According to a recent survey, one-in-four adults believe British food is “boring”. While…

When Annabelle Richards met her first love, Junior St Clair, now 48, on a girls’ holiday to Hastings, it eventually ended in tears. But 29 years later, the pair are reunited, after Annabelle had a dream about Junior and decided to track him down on Facebook. Incredibly, their feelings were as strong as ever and they are now back together, and contemplating marriage. Hairdresser Annabelle, 46, who lives in Croydon, south London, with her son Harrison, 11, says, “It’s amazing. I’m still friends with the girls I went to Hastings with and they are thrilled that we’re an item again. “We are both older and wiser but he’s got the same brilliant sense of humour and gorgeous looks that I fell in love with. We’ve slotted back into being together…

BE PATIENT: “The hardest bit with any new habit is the first two weeks, but your brain is wired to do good for itself, so keep going. Start by changing your morning routine – have a fatty coffee and a cold shower – and see what happens.” STOP COMPARING YOURSELF: “I have no waist, so I’ll never have an hourglass figure. I once wore a Kardashian corset and nearly puked! Just because Kim Kardashian has this incredible figure, doesn’t mean it’s the norm.” EASE YOURSELF INTO EXERCISE: “At the beginning, I started walking with a playlist of ‘80s music, which made me feel alive. I’d run on the chorus and walk on the verse. It’s an effort initially, but the rewards will change the trajectory of your day.” THINK AHEAD:…

Summer is fast approaching and life is beginning to feel more normal as we socialise with family and friends. Cue barbecues, picnics, restaurant dinners and pub garden lunches. And if you want to lose those lockdown pounds to look better and feel healthier, this plan - which has been put together by Closer nutritionist Juliette Kellow - allows you to shape up while still enjoying summer with your loved ones. Packed with seasonal fruits, salads, ice cream, barbecue favourites and even a glass of Pimm’s or a cocktail, it’s designed to help you lose around 10lbs and a couple of inches off your waist - enough to leave you reaching for the next size down when buying new clothes. 4 STEPS TO A NEW YOU 1. Choose one breakfast, lunch,…

The first and last au natural look from the fresh-faced actress. This wash-and-go scrunch dry was pure girl-next-door. Violà, the Rachel is born. Tousled layers, and highlighted front streaks. This look was the ’90s and everyone wanted in. This is the start of the classic look that Jen shared with Rachel – a little more grownup with honey hues and feathering. Hello hippy chic! Longer-than-ever-locks and a centre parting, but still never too far away from the timeless Jen look. Jen’s red-carpet vibe moves away from her on-screen character, as she experiments with curls and a mini Grecian plait. Modernising her style with a shoulderskimming chop, this blow-dry is on point! And the side parting remains strong. Onwards and upwards! This sleek ponytail has been elegantly styled with a sweeping…

BBQ CLASSIC (The Jolly Hog Jolly Dogs, Sainsbury’s, £2) The extralong classic hot dog is back on the shelves this summer and ideal for squeezing into bigger buns. Made using British outdoor bred pork, it also has a smoky flavour. It’s limited edition, so hurry! VEGAN BITES (Co-op Gro Range, £2.50) Take your tastebuds on a trip with cajun-style butternut squash ribs or buffalo cauliflower wings with a Dijon mustard, lemon and chive dip. SWEET SURPRISE (Cadbury Chocolate Gift Card, stores nationwide, £3) Combine a thoughtful card and a tasty box of treats with this new chocolate card from Cadbury. Filled with 20 treats - either hazelnut crème hearts or white truffle flowers - the card also has space for you to write a heartfelt message, and comes in three…

I practise compassionate parenting, so I never shout at or hit my kids, and I negotiate as opposed to direct when it comes to decisions and disagreements. Instead of telling my boys what to do, I ask them their opinions and allow them to healthily debate their point of view. As a result, I have never had a row with either of my kids. This makes me a peaceful and liberal parent, but it doesn’t mean that my kids don’t have boundaries, and they have been told “no” on many occasions. READY THEM FOR LIFE Some parents are avoiding negative words like “stop”, “don’t” or “no”. I can see the sense, but how are these children being prepared for the world around them? Other kids and adults will use these…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK Plastics have been around for decades, and there have been concerns about their risks for years. One example is the 2014 study that showed leaving plastic water bottles in hot cars causes them to leach chemicals into the water, which you then drink. There have been lots of stories, but I haven’t seen a robust analysis of their impact, and that’s concerning as we don’t want to find out when it’s too late. PROTECT FERTILITY One area of concern is fertility. Sperm counts have more than halved in less than 40 years, and that decline isn’t slowing. Experts agree that it’s complicated and caused by various things – obesity, increased type 2 diabetes but also pollution, including…

There have been more cyber scams in the past year than in the previous three years combined. There has been a jump in the number of phishing attacks claiming to be from the NHS, often luring people in with offers of a vaccine, then asking for personal information like bank details to steal money. Remember, the NHS will never ask for bank details. The most common scam is fake texts or emails claiming to be from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). You can check if it’s a genuine message here: gov.uk/guidance/check-a-list-of-genuine-hmrc-contacts. There have also been fake versions of the government’s gov.uk website, and dodgy TV Licensing messages, so always check the URLs match with the official websites, and never reply with personal details. Also watch out for fake endorsements, so…

MUST READ How To Save A Life (EVA CARTER) It’s nearly midnight on the eve of the millennium when 18-year-old Joel’s heart stops. His school friend Kerry performs CPR and saves Joel’s life, while her best mate Tim freezes, unable to help. And that critical moment changes the course of all their lives over the next two decades as the three of them collide again and again. A heartwarming page-turner. BEST DAY OUT Backyard Cinema With trips across the pond looking like a faraway dream for now, the next best thing is hidden away in London. Situated at Capital Studios, the Backyard Cinema combines the best must-see movies and some excellent escapism with its themed cinemas. This summer, transport yourself to either Miami Beach or a night in LA, and catch…

CODE CRACK THE BIG CROSSWORD CRISS CROSS SUDOKU – EASY SUDOKU – MEDIUM WORD SEARCH CLUES & ARROWS GUESS THE FILM STILL A) HITCH B) HOPE FLOATS NAME THE STARS 1) JODIE COMER 2) GARY BARLOW GUESS THE CELEB A) TOM CRUISE B) KIM CATTRALL WORD LINK A) CASH B) BREEZE C) STILL D) GARDEN E) PRESS F) EVENT SPOT THE DIFFERENCE CLOSER MAGAZINE TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. These terms and conditions together with any specific rules displayed or referred to on the relevant page of Closer magazine in respect of a prize draw or competition (a “Prize Draw Notice”) and H Bauer Publishing’s General Terms and Conditions (available online at http://www.bauerlegal.co.uk/competition-terms.html) are the prize draw rules (the “Rules”) that apply to each and every prize draw and/or competition of…

The GC has fans on the edge of their seats when they spot the lid coming off her coffee cup. Hope she’s wearing her asbestos leggings! Months of heavy rain and gales have left fed-up Fearne vowing to wear this for the rest of the year. Don’t blame you – we’ve If this goes anything like our experience of naps, Khloé, then True will be wide awake precisely one minute and 22 seconds after you go down… That’s why we always make the other half take the bins out, Amy – not because we’re lazy, but because it’s a health and safety risk! We were tempted to ask Lionel how his lockdown has been. Judging by the empties lined up on his shelves, we’d say about the same as ours!…

BLUSH BUDDIES Pink was Diana’s favourite colour and Meghan chose a very similar blush-pink shade for this bespoke dress by Carolina Herrera. With its Bardot neckline and buttons it was a doppelgänger for the silk gown Diana wore to the Berlin Opera House back in 1987. COLOUR-CLASH QUEENS Meghan earned fashion points when she wore this colour-clash combo. Her bold choice reminded fans of Diana, who wore her vivid Catherine Walker skirt and jacket several times, including for this iconic snap by the Taj Mahal in 1992 towards the end of her marriage.…

Back in 2002, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck shocked fans when they announced their engagement after just two months of dating. They split less than 18 months later, but now insiders say the reunited couple want to “pick up where they left off” – with friends speculating the pair could soon be planning another wedding. Rumours began to circulate just four weeks after she confirmed the end of her engagement to ex-basketball player Alex Rodriguez, 45, in March and it’s been suggested she and Ben were together in April. Last week it was reported J-Lo had tellingly liked an Instagram quote from life coach Jay Shetty, about “finally being loved effortlessly by the right person.” A source says, “Jen’s on cloud nine – she and Ben are well and truly…

Susanna Reid has been at the helm of breakfast TV since the early noughties, but recently admitted she is “trying to hold it all together” after quitting her newspaper column to make more time for her family. And after reuniting with Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish, 55, following a two-year split, pals say the 50-year-old GMB presenter – who has said she finds it hard to have a social life amid her 3.45am wake-up calls and early bed time – is quietly considering whether she should look more seriously at job offers that could make her romance a little easier. A source says, “Susanna loves her job but years of being sleep deprived has understandably taken its toll and had a knock-on effect on her personal life too. Steve’s a…

Every year in the UK, 35m coffee cups are used – yet less than one in 400 is recycled. Carry a reusable drinks cup wherever you go – despite some cafés banning their use in the pandemic, most are now happy to accept them. At the supermarket, cut down on waste by picking loose fruit or veg, or grow your own! There are also a number of stations across the UK where you can refill household products such as washing-up liquid, rather than buying another bottle. To find your nearest station, visit Zerowastehome.com Be mindful when clothes shopping, too. Two-thirds of our clothing is composed of plastic materials, like polyester. The fibres are so small, they pass through water treatment facilities and end up being eaten by sea creatures. Rather…

Britney Spears’ long-term boyfriend last week announced he wants to become “the next Tom Cruise” in a bid to conquer Hollywood. But Sam Asghari’s aspirations led many sceptics to accuse the 27-year-old of using his superstar girlfriend, 39, to boost his profile, with one fan commenting, “His true colour is out. He’s just using Britney to get famous.” But contrary to the critics, insiders say that the Iranian-born fitness trainer is encouraging the singer – who starred in 2002 film Crossroads as well as a number of other movies, including Austin Powers and Smurfs 2 – to follow her own acting dream, too. A source says, “Britney’s always had a passion for it and during the pandemic, Sam helped her gain the confidence to start pursuing movie roles again –…

Her marriage to Brad Pitt may have ended over 15 years ago, but Jennifer Aniston has nothing but kind words for her ex-husband. Speaking about his guest appearance on Friends in 2001, just a year into their five-year marriage, Jen, 52, said last week, “Mr Pitt was wonderful. [He was] fantastic!” Despite their amicable relationship now – with fans hopeful of a reunion since they were pictured hugging at the SAG Awards in 2020 – Brad, 57, famously broke Jen’s heart in 2005, after meeting Angelina Jolie, 45, on the set of Mr & Mrs Smith. However, Brad’s separation from Ange hasn’t been as amicable. Last week, he was awarded joint custody of their children – Maddox, 19, Pax, 17, Zahara, 16, Shiloh, 14, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 12…

As she went into labour with her second child on 18 April, there was only one person Aimy Dennis wanted by her side – her mum, Linda Fraher, 45. And when her son Izaiah was born at 2.30am the following morning, it was Linda who cut the cord and had the first cuddle. As the three of them bonded, Aimy couldn’t help but think how different things had been when she had her first baby Amari, now three. Just two weeks before his birth, she had caught her mum in bed with her boyfriend, Ryan, 29 – who’s the father to both of Aimy’s sons. ALONE Unsurprisingly, the fallout was horrendous and Aimy faced giving birth alone, until two friends stepped in to support her. But against the odds, the…

She’s spent years battling with her weight, but Chanelle Hayes is celebrating after dropping four dress sizes, saying, “I have finally made it!” The mum-of-two last week revealed that she’s gone from a size 18, weighing 17st 4lbs, to a healthy size 10 and 9st 10lbs. Proudly showing off her svelte figure in a midi skirt and strappy top, Chanelle, 33, wrote, “I still get nervous around my reflection in case I see the unhappy person I was before. “I still get under-boob chafing, but I feel so proud to post myself looking and feeling confident and healthy again.” MENTAL HEALTH The 5ft 4 reality star insisted her weight loss isn’t all about appearance, but her mental health, too. “My weight and addiction to food have held me back for…

‘TREASURE YOUR FRIENDSHIPS’ Friends may have finished in 2004, but Courteney, Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow have remained firm friends ever since. While Jen and Courteney are often snapped on holiday together, the trio also enjoy sharing girlie dinners. Speaking of their enduring friendship, Courteney said, “We ate lunch together every day, the three of us [on set]. There was never a time when we went off our separate ways. We always wanted to hang and that made 10 years incredible. We’re so grateful that these friendships have remained just as close and supportive, and we treasure that.” ‘EMBRACE YOUR WRINKLES’ Courteney has spoken about facial fillers, admitting she eventually had them reversed after going “too far”. She said, “You have no idea because it’s gradual, until you go, ‘Oh,…

When Cheryl Smith looks back at the amount of diets she has been on over the years, she is horrified at what she has put her body through. The self-confessed yo-yo dieter has tried every fad going - from just eating baby food to one risky diet that saw her living on just one bowl of low-calorie cereal each day. However, when lockdown hit last March, she says “something clicked”, and she has now not only lost 7st healthily, but completely transformed her mindset and lifestyle. WORRIED Cheryl, 25, who lives with her fiancé Connor, 25, in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, says, “I work in a care home and the last year has been incredibly stressful. When I heard on the news last March that overweight people were hit harder by Covid,…

REDUCE SUGAR Closer’s dietitian Juliette Kellow shares how to stop reaching for sugar whenever we need an energy burst, and turn off those sweet cravings for good. We often hear about hidden sugars lurking in ready meals and salad dressings, but most of the sugar in our diet comes from obvious sweet foods. Chocolates, sweets, biscuits, cakes, muffins, puddings, jam and honey make up almost half of the added sugars in our diet, with another 27 per cent coming from juices, soft drinks and booze - so these are the best places to start. While we might enjoy an initial burst of energy after eating sugary foods, this is quickly followed by a dip that can leave us tired, irritable and craving something sweet to pick us back up. Eating…

IN THE NEWS… EMMA WILLIS’ CHIC SUMMER RANGE Following the success of her previous collection, the TV presenter is back with another chic selection for Next. Designed and modelled by Emma, the 33-piece edit moves away from her signature soft tailoring and features a whole host of relaxed summer staples, from flattering swimwear to waist-cinching dresses. With prices starting from just £14, you’re sure to find something to suit both your style and budget. DESIGNER DOUBLE We adore the rainbowcoloured cardie that Stacey Solomon recently wore on Loose Women. While her one, from Olivia Rubin, will set you back a whopping £250, we’ve found a brilliant copy for just £22.99 – saving you over £200! It’s the perfect piece to brighten up your wardrobe – and layer over those summer…

INSPIRATION YOU’LL LOVE! IN THE NEWS… The latest homeware accessories drop from Poundland’s Pep&Co collection is seriously covetable! With a calm palette of cream and sugary pastels, the range has everything from storage baskets and towels to candles and mirrors. Prices range from just £1-£6 – what’s not to love?! TRY THIS… • Painting old wooden furniture, walls or fences can transform your outdoor area. Outdoor paint will protect from weather damage, too - you won’t need a top coat. • Use ornaments and vases from indoors to spruce up your garden when you have guests. • Whether monochrome or tropical prints, a colour scheme keeps your space looking chic – a couple of pieces in a similar design will tie everything together.…

INSIDE LAURA’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Chilli Cheddar • Dairylea Triangles • Ketchup • Cheddar • Babybel • Jalapenos • Profiteroles • Bacon medallions • Maltesers • Skyr yoghurt • Cumberland sausages • Cod fillets • Chilli chutney • Mayonnaise • Blueberries • Tonic water • Peppers • Tenderstem broccoli • Almond milk • Coors Light • Budweiser Light LAURA How much do you spend? Around £50 a week. Since Covid, I’m trying to do one big weekly shop, rather than multiple visits. Describe your daily diet… I start my day with porridge and blueberries or a berry smoothie with oats and protein powder. I’ll have a fruit snack, probably grapes, mid-morning. If I’m at work (alongside First Dates, Laura works as a paramedic), then I might have a bag…

After a year of doom and gloom for daters, I finally have some good news – in addition to bars and restaurants reopening indoors, there’s been a sharp rise in singles returning to apps following lockdown. And as we all know, dating is a numbers game, so the more people you can swipe through, the higher your chances of success. App Hinge reports a 10 per cent surge in the “number of dates per user” (meaning singles are having more success and meeting up in real life again) in April, and it accelerated in May and is predicted to continue to rise. And not just that, Justin McLeod, the CEO of Hinge, reveals they are bracing themselves for an influx of new singles, as “good enough for now” lockdown relationships…

Texas Hi The tenth album from Scottish band Texas – fronted by Sharleen Spiteri – also marks 30 years since their debut release. The band revisited old unreleased material on this 12-track album, which also inspired them to write new songs to include as well. With a collaboration with Wu-Tang Clan too, Hi is certainly worth a listen. Out now. MAGIC RADIO IS NOW AVAILABLE ACROSS THE UK ON YOUR DAB DIGITAL RADIO FOR MORE INFO VISIT: WWW.MAGIC.CO.UK…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK A huge year ahead for you! Now is the time to reinvent yourself. What in your life do you want to revise, review and rethink? Do it! Financially, this year could be explosive. Ditch any spending habits which you know are toxic – it could prove very lucrative. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN GEMINI 21 MAY-20 JUN This is such an important time in your life journey. Think about where you are in life and where you want to go. It’s never too late for a course correction. If you’re unsure, give yourself more time to make decisions. Find out your Rising Sign for free at moonmessages.com/freechart. CANCER 21 JUN-22 JUL There are some quite intense energies around this week, plus we are in…

It’s been bombshell after bombshell from Prince Harry as he continues to blast members of the royal family in his apparent war against the Palace. In his latest scathing comments, he criticised his dad, Prince Charles, for not doing enough to prevent him and Prince William from suffering following the death of their mother, Princess Diana, and accused the family of “total neglect” when his wife Meghan Markle struggled with her mental health. The Queen – recently widowed after the death of Prince Philip in April – is said to be feeling “upset” and “blindsided” by the confessions in Harry’s new Apple TV docuseries, The Me You Can’t See, which he produced with Oprah Winfrey. Prince William, 39, and wife Kate, 40, have also been in the Sussex’s firing line,…

❛SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN LOVE WITH JAMIE❜ It’s been three years since her divorce, but Louise Redknapp hasn’t hidden the fact she has regrets, admitting she wished she’d “tried” and that she’d always love Jamie. Now her ex-husband is set to become a dad for the third time. The former footballer’s girlfriend Frida Andersson – who’s said to be around three months pregnant and due to give birth in November – liked a series of congratulatory messages on Instagram last week, seemingly confirming the news. And in a radio interview last week, Jamie’s 74-year-old dad, Harry, also appeared to confirm the news when asked about becoming a grandfather again, saying, “I’m really pleased. It’s good news, so looking forward to that and it’s exciting times.” While Jamie hasn’t commented,…

Many of us only dip our toes in the sea on rare sunny days at the beach, but the planet’s oceans are vital to sustaining human life. Our seas produce at least 50 per cent of our oxygen, are home to half of all life on earth, and they have a critical effect on weather patterns. But for decades, humans have taken advantage of its resources, and now, the blue planet has reached breaking point. The seas are warming and around 90 per cent of fish populations have been depleted. VITAL WORK Plastic pollution has also become a huge problem. Washed into the rivers and oceans through our drainage systems, it breaks up into tiny plastic particles that travel across the globe, where they are eaten by plankton and slowly…

As greenhouse gases trap more energy from the sun, the oceans are getting warmer. Most ocean dwellers live in the section of the oceans where temperatures are increasing the quickest, and they’re very sensitive to this change. For example, a warming of just 1˚C causes coral reefs to bleach and die. Sea levels will also rise – causing the oceans to expand. Even small increases of tens of centimetres could put thousands of lives at risk from flooding. We can all take easy steps to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. Take public transport or walk where you can, and look at ways you can make your home more energy efficient. Visit energysavingtrust.org.uk for lots of tips – such as turning off appliances rather than leaving them on standby, and washing…

Her marriage to husband of a decade, Brian Austin Green, ended last May, and Megan Fox has since been packing on the PDAs (public displays of affection) with new boyfriend, musician Machine Gun Kelly. The hands-on couple put on a raunchy display on the red carpet at the Billboard Music Awards in Los Angeles last week, with Megan grabbing her boyfriend’s crotch. The duo first met while filming the movie Midnight In The Switchgrass last year. This February, the 35-year-old actress – who shares three kids with ex Brian – showed how serious she was about her new romance when she gave MGK, 31, real name Colson Baker, a vial of her blood to wear around his neck. Very Angelina Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton! Megan said, “We’re actually two…

Her reputation for wild partying was once as famous as her supermodel looks – but Kate Moss is now said to be “concerned” that her younger sister has taken the baton from her and is heading down a “dangerous” path. Lottie Moss, 23 – who shares the same dad as Kate – has raised eyebrows recently for partying, smoking weed, posing naked and selling X-rated snaps online. Last week, she was pictured looking worse for wear on a raucous night out in London. Just weeks earlier, the model admitted she felt “kind of high” during an Instagram Live after smoking half a joint. Insiders say Kate – once nicknamed “The Tank” due to her reported ability to snort three grams of cocaine and down a bottle of vodka in one…

With her glowing skin and toned body, Davinia Taylor is thriving inside and out. Not only is she loving life in the Lancashire countryside with her four sons and partner, Matthew Leyden, she’s studying to be a personal trainer and has put all her knowledge and passion for health into a new book, It’s Not A Diet. But the actress, who shot to fame in the ’90s as Jody Cunningham in Hollyoaks – and was often pictured partying with her pals Kate Moss and Sadie Frost – readily admits it’s been a long road to health and happiness. She spent a stint in rehab in 2009 to beat alcohol addiction, then at 35 she lost her mum to breast cancer. Her weight ballooned to 13st, as she took refuge in…

MATT LUCAS ‘I had to sort my lockdown weight’ Matt Lucas, 47, sent fans into meltdown recently when he showed off his impressively svelte frame. Admitting he’d piled on the pounds during the pandemic and as host of The Great British Bake Off, he told ITV’s Lorraine, “In the last couple of episodes I can’t fit on the screen! But I’ve lost some weight, I needed to take the edge off, because I put on a lot of weight in lockdown. I just had to do something about it.” The Little Britain star has kept quiet about how he slimmed down, but it’s been speculated that he may have had a helping hand from his housemate, personal trainer Jamie Barnard. Last week, Matt shared a video of Jamie helping clients…

DO THE DEMI TUCK Restyle separates with the “French tuck” – just push the front of your shirt into your trousers, leaving the sides and back out. Your legs will look longer (without fabric interference) and your waist more defined (not one swamped in shirt ends!) – all while concealing your bottom in a slouchy fashion. GET PICKY WITH PRINTS A linear print that has vertical lines that meet at the waist, drawing the eye inwards, shaves inches off your sides. Or look for dresses, shirts and trousers with blacked-out panelling on either side. This creates an optical illusion of a narrower you. WRAP IT UP A wrap dress is super-flattering as it cinches you in at the waist and envelops a fuller bust – plus, many styles have bow-fastening…

MONO MINIMALIST Monochrome and minimal, this sandal offers smart glamour that looks expensive and chic. Pair with clean lines, tailoring and voluminous silhouettes for a razor-sharp look. ZARA £59.99 FUNKY CHUNKY Just like the dad trainer, you’ll either love or hate this look. Bold animal print and a chunky sole? Yes, please! We’re with team adore. M&S £45 DESIGNER DUPE You’ll fool everyone into thinking these are Chanel – as seen on celebs and influencers. The pairing of a thick base and tweed will elevate your jeans and top combo. BOOHOO £25 IT’S A WRAP These gorgeous tie-ups, with a wrap-around ribbon, offer a real holiday vibe, and work just as well with floaty dresses as they do with denim shorts. MANGO £35.99 ’90S REVIVAL It’s the return of the…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY If you are considered the go-to person for advice by your friends and family, chances are you have found people wanting more support than ever. You may be a wonderfully empathic person, but without boundaries, you are likely to feel emotionally exhausted. Constantly listening to other people’s fears can even cause you to suffer from secondary trauma and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)-type symptoms. Be honest about the space you have to attend to other people’s needs. If you know that when your sister calls for advice it means shelving something important, let her know you can’t talk right now but you will call her back. When you do, try starting the conversation with a time scale,…

I WISH I WERE... braver to take on DIY. I’ve just moved house and there’s a hell of a lot to do. I’m always one of those people that says, “Right, call a company, I’ll get someone in to do it”, which is such a cop out. MY PET PEEVE... is ghosting on emails. Recently people have started doing this thing where they just don’t reply. It always annoys me when they could just pop back and say, “Thanks for your email, but sorry, you know, this is not gonna happen” out of politeness. MANY PEOPLE THINK... that dementia is something that just affects older people, like your grandparents, but actually it affected my mum, Helen, when she was only 58 and she passed away in 2010 aged 64. It…

HELPING YOU SPEND WISELY, SAVE MORE AND EARN BETTER Major firms such as PwC, Barclays, BT and Virgin Media have said that even when working from an office is possible they’ll keep a hybrid approach, rather than a full return to the office, and three-quarters of medium-sized companies are cutting back on office space, too. Clearly some amount of working from home is set to stay for many of us. ASK WHAT’S POSSIBLE Even if your boss plans to get everyone back, there are options; “If you are contracted to work from an office, that is what you are required to do”, says Andy Mulder, Head of People at MVF (mvfglobal.com). “But you have the right to request to work flexibly, including from home. That means your employer must consider…

What can we expect from the show? PETER CROUCH, 40: It’s basically an after-party festival for the Euro games. We’ve got some great guests on, plus music and a surprise or two in store for sure. Whatever the outcome, we’ll be having a good laugh and I honestly can’t wait. MAYA JAMA, 26: I’ve always been a football fan, so I’m thrilled to be in among the action for the Euros. Expect lots of laughs, celebrities – and of course the latest on the biggest games this summer! I feel like we need this at the moment. Tell us about the music element. MAYA: Alex Horne and The Horne Section are our house band, and they play whatever song we like. Alex is a comedian so he’s super-funny anyway, and…