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Welcome to your new-look Best! We’ve packed it with even more of your favourite food and fashion pages, amazing real-life stories and shocking celebrity news. We have a fabulous new Strictly columnist on board, too – that crazy Italian Bruno Tonioli – who will be going head-to-head with Simon ’s brother, Tony Cowell, the man at the forefront of all things X Factor. Plus, our favourite Loose Woman, Coleen Nolan, will still be sounding off about whatever has got her in a spin this week. So it’s old- AND new-look Best. We hope you love it as much as we do. ● Please let us know your thoughts on facebook.com/bestmagazine…

Did you know? Eamonn got a taste for the jungle in 2014 on the I’m A Celeb… companion show, managing to cram an amazing 14 fish eyeballs into his mouth in 30 seconds! As the sun sets on his time at Sky News, could Eamonn Holmes be heading into the jungle as one of the stars of this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here? When the Northern Irishman, 56, recently announced he was quitting as anchor of Sunrise on Sky News, there were ripples of shock. And the big question on our lips was: for what, exactly? After 11 years (and 3,000 shows) the move came, well, quite out of the blue. Eamonn’s certainly not someone who strikes you as ready to wind down and enjoy the…

Style from the supermarket Forget about the fruit and veg – get browsing the aisles of your local supermarket for this autumn’s must-have fashion pieces. l The brand-new Tu Premium collection from Sainsbury’s is well worth checking out. This capsule collection of luxury basics will smarten up your look without breaking the bank. The standout piece has to be the belted camel coat, which will look great during the week at work or with jeans and loafers at the weekend. l Invest in a plum or berry accessory for an instant wardrobe update. Look for a roomy bowler or bucket-shape bag. Available from F&F at Tesco, they ’re practical and stylish. l If jeans that fit and flatter are always top of your wish list, you’ll love the new Wonderfit…

Adevoted mumof-two, a maths teacher with an infectious laugh, and the owner of an excitable rescue dog, it’s hard to imagine vivacious Louise, now 50, has ever cried herself to sleep over ‘feeling lonely’. But she openly admits, ‘Of course I did. It took ages before I’d wake up without feeling stunned that my husband of 15 years had an affair and left me. I was just functioning for my kids [daughters Emma, then nine years old, and Alex, six], but then a girlfriend gave me the best possible advice. “Whatever he’s doing now is none of your business,” she said. “It’s time to move on.”’ Determined to try to shake off her feelings of hurt and loss, Louise took her quest for real love online. ‘I was lonely –…

Tony Cowell BEST’S CELEBRITY INSIDER TALKS TO LOUIS WALSH You’ve just finished filming Judges’ Houses in Ibiza – how did it go? It was amazing. I’ve picked my final three and I’m really happy. Simon’s changed up this part of the show and it’s much better. You will love it – you get to know more about the acts. I had a lot of fun with Alesha [Dixon] helping me. She’s a good judge of talent and we had a laugh and a few late nights out together. Do you think the groups can win this year? I will do my best, you know me. I’m a fighter and I never give up. We are all working hard this year – this panel is nothing like last year’s – we…

Win EVERY WEEK WIN 1 X £200, 2 X £100 OR 3 X £50 PR IZES Both these sets of clues lead to the same answers, revealing in the shaded squares a Channel 4 film starring Jessica Barden (5) STRAIGHT CLUES ACROSS 6 Intention, or determination (7) 7 Market stand (5) 9 Final (4) 10 Proportion of a hundred (10) 11 Prevent, physically stop (5) 12 Perfect (5) 14 Cab! (4) 16 Fibs (4) 17 Risky trick (5) 18 Land of pyramids (5) 22 Moving stairs (10) 25 Converse (4) 26 Item of bedding (5) 27 Languages (7) DOWN 1 Insurance, armour, etc. (10) 2 Nooses (5) 3 Rip (4) 4 Fire remnants (5) 5 Portion (4) 6 Precious bead (5) 8 Baggage (7) 13 Idyllic, enchanting (10) 15 Painters,…

When I read about Dani Mathers, a 29-year-old Playboy model from LA, recently, I was utterly appalled. Dani took a sneaky photograph of an unsuspecting woman in the changing room of her gym and posted it on Snapchat. The woman, who appeared to be in her 50s or 60s, was totally naked. But Dani cruelly captioned the picture, ‘If I can’t unsee this then you can’t either,’ uploaded the image, and soon it had gone viral. I was furious! How dare she invade the privacy of someone who has every right to expect it? Someone normal, who’s just trying to keep fit, and who never asked to have her body shamed by a woman old enough to know better? The concept of body-shaming is outrageous but, sadly, we now seem…

Did you know? On screen, Bruno’s even more of an exhibitionist than we realised. Back in May, he stripped naked (with only a newspaper protecting his modesty) in a sketch for Dancing with the Stars! As Strictly Come Dancing judges go, Bruno Tonioli is one of a kind. The 60-year-old Italian dancer/choreographer is always ready to jump out of his seat with excitement, with his everpresent spray tan and hilarious, often risqué observations (‘Your rumba’s so hot, I need an ice bucket’). Bruno’s crazy critiques are as much a part of the show as Craig Revel Horwood’s catty put-downs, and you can be sure he’ll be firing on all cylinders when the judging begins. What’s more, he’ll be giving us an exclusive top-up on our weekly dose of Strictly with…

Gloss finish Avon True Colour Nail Enamel in Royal Red, £6, a classic bold colour that only requires one coat. Sally Hansen Nail Polish in Pink Pong, £6.99, the wide, flat brush is perfect for application, and helps this polish to remain for five days. OPI Nail Lacquer in Stay Off The Lawn, £12.50, on-trend for autumn, this bold emerald shade lasts all week! Shimmer finish Miss Sporty Wonder Metal Polish, £1.99, a ladylike sheen that can ease you into metallics. Orly Nail Lacquer in Million Dollar Views, £15.90, the classy colour stays vibrant for several days, without a top coat. Leighton Denny Nail Polish in Let Your Hair Down, £12, a glamorous orange, sure to get you compliments. Glides on like a dream! Gel finish Seventeen Gel Colour in…

Fresh from Dragons’ Den Secondhand, anyone? The average new car costs £28,500 but, a year later, is worth just £21,000.** USE YOUR SAVINGS Although there is no single ‘right way’ to buy a car, as a rule, using savings is often better than borrowing cash. Whatever your situation, it’s important to make sure you compare cars and prices before you go along to make your purchase. Being armed with as much knowledge as possible beforehand will make it easier to negotiate. When a car model is being upgraded (also known as a ‘facelift’), there can be bargains to be had, as dealerships try to get rid of their old stock. Remember, dealers want to make a sale, so don’t be afraid to haggle for extras, like insurance, servicing and road…

Roast Fillets Of Pork With Prune And Apple A wonderful roast – using the tender fillet and served with a fruit stuffing. Serves 6-8 A knob of butter 1 large onion, roughly chopped 1 medium Bramley apple, peeled and chopped very finely 3 good pork sausages, skinned 50g ready-to-eat dried prunes, roughly chopped 1tbsp fresh sage, chopped Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 x 450g pork fillets, trimmed 8 slices Parma ham FOR THE GRAVY 1tbsp flour 150ml apple juice 150ml stock 1 Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas 7 2 First make the stuffing – melt the butter in a frying pan over a high heat, add the onion and fry for 1 min. Cover and cook over a low heat for about 15 mins, or until tender. Add…

At a recent social event, the Duchess of Cambridge gave a surprisingly frank answer when asked if she would be having a third child soon. ‘I think William would be straight out of the house if I did,’ she replied, with a huge smile. She was being polite and halfjoking to the inquisitive guest. But friends have revealed that, behind the scenes, there is genuine tension between William and Kate over whether they should extend their family. Determined to provide three-year-old Prince George and one-year-old Princess Charlotte with the most ‘normal’ upbringing possible, the couple lead an idyllic existence at Anmer Hall in Norfolk, a 10-bedroom mansion surrounded by play-friendly woods and close to inviting empty beaches. Kate’s mum, Carole, is on hand to take George in her Range Rover…

Darling Benny, This story starts the day your dad, Mark, 34, and I found out we were expecting you, three years ago. We’d been together for eight years, after meeting in the mobile phone shop where we both worked, and we were so excited. I suffered from morning sickness, but that was normal – I never dreamed there could be anything other than a perfect life ahead for our little family. At our first scan, we even started referring to you as our little gummy bear and proudly posted your scan picture on Facebook. When I found out later that you were a boy, we named you Benjamin, and I counted down the days until I’d meet you. But then my doctor called to tell us my tests indicated that…

Tapered trousers Make the most of a petite figure with slim-fit trousers, and a top that sits neatly on the waist. TOP TIP A few metallic accessories will keep your look understated and sleek. Sporty & stylish Best for boyish frames, as loose-fitting sports-luxe can give the illusion of curves. Suited & booted Balance out an hourglass shape with smart tailoring. An illusion below the knee A midi-skirt teamed with stylish boots helps lengthen legs.…

TOP TIP Cosy up with a luxurious throw. It will look great draped across the end of the bed or a chair…

PHOTOGRAPHY: SLIMMING WORLD/KATE WHITAKER, GARETH MORGANS, BREN PARKINS-KNIGHT, GUS FILGATE best BODY HOW IT WORKS 1 Follow the menu here. You can start on any day you choose, swap days around if there’s a meal you really fancy or repeat days if there’s something you particularly enjoy! You’ll find even more healthy food ideas at slimmingworld.co.uk or when you join your local Slimming World group. 2 Foods printed in bold are ‘Free Foods’. Base meals around Free Foods, like veg, pasta, lean meat, fish, rice, potatoes, fat-free dairy, eggs and more, and if you feel hungry between meals snack on these foods, including fruit, too. 3 As well as Free Foods, stock your store cupboard with fat-free salad dressings, stock, herbs, oil-free passata, tomato purée, soy sauce and spices which…

Basic brilliance Cut down on prep time by keeping Asda’s Scratch Cook range in your freezer. The chopped and peeled ingredients – mixed peppers, Mediterranean veg mix and sweet potato chunks – can be cooked from frozen, and cost from £1 per pack. GADGET WORTH GETTING Oats so easy Whipping up a healthy breakfast is a mug’s game, thanks to Lakeland. This fab Overnight Oats Mug, £7.99 (above) can create a delicious brekkie in seconds. Simply add all the ingredients up to the measuring lines and follow the basic instructions on the side of the jar. Leave overnight, then enjoy a filling start to the day, whether you’re at home or on the move. Bake it better Did Bread Week on The Great British Bake Off inspire you? Why not…

TRAVEL SNAPSHOT Want to relive the story of the epic 18th-century romance between Ross and Demelza, played out on the dramatic cliffs and moors? Then head to West Cornwall, where part of the hit period drama is filmed, for your real-life Poldark fix. St Aubyn Estates has six seaside houses around the small fishing village of Porthgwarra, making it the perfect place to release your inner Demelza; walk along the South West Coastal Path, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and pick wild flowers, just like our red-headed heroine does... INSIDER’S GUIDE See the stunning Cornish landscape at its most romantic. Expect miles of sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and idyllic coves made for sunbathing or surfing and perfect for spectacular walks and beautiful gardens, just like on screen. The St…