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Somehow, British elections never seem to have the razzmatazz of their American counterparts. You don’t get the private jets or musical fanfare, and you definitely don’t get film stars approached to throw their hat in the ring. After months of rumours about whether George Clooney might make a play for the White House, turn to p24 to find out what the man himself has to say on the matter. Also proving that it sometimes takes a celeb to bring global affairs closer to home is Danny Dyer. When he visited Sierra Leone with Sport Relief to see for himself the devastation caused by the deadly Ebola virus, it shook him. The East End geezer’s moving account of his visit (p13) brings home just how desperately our help is needed there.…

‘I think of it as a black cloak put over me’ FERN BRITTON The former This Morning host has spoken of her own dark days in the throes of postnatal depression for Sports Relief (18-20 March), to try and reduce the stigma surrounding the condition. Mum-of-four Fern, 58, says ‘Everyone tells you having a baby is going to be perfect, so you try to be the perfect mum.’ But her own experiences were ‘blooming awful’. She adds, ‘I was lonely, isolated and frightened. I felt lost, like a failure, and I couldn’t identify with who I was.’ Getting a diagnosis was a relief and, talking to her family openly, Fern slowly began to recover. Depression has followed her most of her life, although she said last month, ‘It doesn’t frighten…

Even now, I find it hard to believe that one of the best things in my life was followed so closely by the very worst. I’d first noticed the rash on my right breast while I was breast-feeding my son, Tait, in February 2015. He was just five months old, and my eldest boy, Noah, was two. When it became itchy a month later, I went to my GP. They believed it was mastitis, a common condition for new mums, and thought it would go away on its own. But it was still there two weeks later. The doctor checked my breasts for lumps and found nothing. And there was nothing to indicate it was anything sinister. No history of cancer in my family, and I didn’t smoke or drink.…

Spanish tortilla with roasted peppers Here are simple ingredients, carefully cooked with a little chilli twist. It really is hard to go wrong with a tortilla. Eaten hot or cold, for lunch, supper or even as a main meal, it is always welcome. It is worth remembering that this is not anything like a French omelette; it requires comparably longer and gentler cooking. Like the Italian frittata it is, however, always worth the extra wait. SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS • 50ml/3tbsp olive oil • 2 large white onions, thinly sliced • 2 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced • 4 roasted peppers, roughly chopped • 6 eggs • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper • Green salad, to serve • A large, heavy-based, lidded frying pan (about 28cm/1in) plus a plate…

Excited and delighted – that’s how I felt when my daughter, Sara, announced her wedding plans for later this year. It was a far cry from my reaction when my eldest daughter, Sian, told me the same news three years before. Although I’d been equally happy for her, as a size 24, I’d been filled with dread. I just couldn’t bear to be a fat mother-of-the-bride. I’d always been chubby. Even at school, I was a size 16, and I got even bigger after I’d fallen pregnant. I had three children – Sian, now 26, Sara, 25, and Gareth, 22 – in quick succession and, as a busy mum, I’d never managed to regain my figure. Even when the children were teenagers, I’d joke I was still carrying my baby…

Sirtfoods are the hot new eating trend. Some diet plans, such as The Sirtfood Diet by Aidan Goggins and Glen Matten, claim that by adding them to your diet, you can lose up to 7lb in seven days – while eating chocolate! Celebs like Jodie Kidd, Lorraine Pascal and boxer David Haye swear sirtfoods transformed their bodies. We’ve come up with our own plan to harness that sirtfood magic. What are they? Sirtfoods are a group of foods that some researchers believe actually switch on genes that control fat-burning and muscle-building, helping us lose weight. Combine these with a low-calorie meal plan, and you could get a double whammy that stimulates a mini metabolism makeover in your body, triggering rapid weight loss. Our sirtfood-rich meal plan is easy to follow.…

THIS WEEK... FUN AND FITNESS OVER FASHION FIT FOR NOTHING RUTH: When I first read about the school offering girls-only Zumba classes to their Year 11 students (age 16), I thought what a fantastic idea. That was until I saw the poster. They titled it, ‘Fit for prom… Free Zumba classes to help you look amazing in that dress!’ What kind of message is that sending girls? Zumba for fun, Zumba for fitness, Zumba for high energy – yes. But not just to look good in a dress. Does that mean you can only feel good at the prom if you’re slim and look amazing in a dress? What about the young girl who hates her legs and wants to go in trousers? Nonsense like this could crush her confidence.…

THIS WEEK... Kylie Minogue, 47, has announced her engagement to actor Joshua Sasse, 28, a man 19 years younger than her. He is beautiful – as is she, so good luck to them. The petite star is just one of many whom are dating toyboys – and even marrying them. The craze, spearheaded by Madonna, Demi Moore and Joan Collins, doesn’t surprise me. These women are beautiful and work hard at staying that way. But it’s not for me. OK, it’s all very well when you are 40 and he is 20 – especially if you don’t have kids – but it’s a different ball game when you are 50 or older and he is 30. Your attitude to life is so different at that stage. I would want a…

KYLIE MINOGUE The pop star looks younger now than when she first burst onto our screens in Neighbours 30 years ago. With her glowing skin, full lips and no whisper of a wrinkle, she barely looks a day over 30. Kylie has denied surgery or undergoing any other cosmetic treatments, but to look this good, in my opinion, is usually only achieved from dermal fillers, Botox, CO2 laser resurfacing and good make-up. If she has had anything done, it’s the mark of a good cosmetic doctor. However I’m sure she is also taking fantastic care of her skin, using the right products combined with regular facials. Still, no procedure can compete with that sparkle in her eyes, no doubt from being loved-up with fiancé Joshua Sasse. CATHERINE ZETA-JONES The Welsh…

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LOWS AND LOVES Super-smart Vanessa Feltz has never been one to hold back when it comes to speaking her mind. So it comes as no surprise to us that the 54-year-old mum-oftwo is happy to share her views on the menopause. ‘There’s nothing fun about having a hot flush,’ she announced on her radio show last week. ‘You feel as if you’ve been dipped in burning tar and sweat breaks out on your toes, earlobes and all places in between. Instead of attempting to hide my discomfiture, I’m going out and proud in 2016. Yes, I’m drenched. Open the window immediately. I’m having a hot flush. Shut your mouth. Stop staring and fan me with your briefcase.’ Warming to her subject, she continued, ‘Fellow menopausers will know it means feeling…

She was a household name back in the Noughties, appearing on Ground Force alongside every housewife’s favourite gardener, Alan Titchmarsh. But, while her trademark red hair and winning smile remain unchanged, Charlie’s figure – like most women approaching 50 – is a little more rounded these days. Promoting her new gardening range for Poundland in London last week, Charlie laughed when reminded that she was once referred to as ‘horticultural Viagra’ and something of a sex symbol – selling more calendars than Caprice. ‘The sex symbol thing was very surprising,’ she admitted. ‘It was silly. Totally ridiculous. I started Ground Force when I was 33, and I hadn’t been sexy until that point, so I don’t know how I would have suddenly become sexy!’ ‘I didn’t wear a bra because they’re very…

If you want a haircut, go to a hairdresser. But for more extensive advice, a trichologist – someone specialising in hair thinning and scalp concerns – is your best bet. Sally-Ann Tarver has more than 20 years’ experience in this field, having trained in the industry following her own experiences with acute hair loss after a motorbike accident. Today, she runs her own clinic, the Cotswold Trichology Centre, and is a regular TV expert. ‘Your hair is a reflection of your health, diet and wellbeing,’ says Sally-Ann, who shares her advice below. Sally-Ann reveals her secrets to restoring stronger, thicker hair • Causes of hair loss can be both external and internal. Illness, stress and the menopause can all contribute to short-term hair shedding, and those with fine hair are…

CAROLINE FLACK BLAZER For a casual yet polished look, throw a smart blazer over your favourite T-shirt. TOP Breton tops have never been so fashionable! Shop for one now for a simple style update. BAG If you find black and white boring, add a pop of colour with a statement clutch. TROUSERS Take on the tailored trend with a pair of slim-fit trousers. They look sophisticated teamed with heels and equally chic with a pair of smart flats. SHOES The cross-over straps on Caroline’s shoes flatter and slim wide feet. WORKING GIRL A black trouser suit is worth paying a little extra for. Shop for classic tailoring as this will make sure you get enough fashion mileage from your investme PARTY PERFECTION If you aren’t sure of the dress code,…

THIS WEEK... WHY DO YOU NEED A WILL? Many people believe that if they die, their partner automatically receives everything, but actually this is only the case if you are legally married. With today’s blended families, things can get really confusing, so it’s vitally important to explicitly lay out your wishes in a will. Your will can dictate who you want your child’s legal guardian to be and also how they will be brought up. It will also ensure that your money goes to them, if that’s where you want it to go. It all needs to be legally stated within the will and signed and witnessed. HOW TO WRITE A WILL It really doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming to make a will. You can download a template…

Acid attack victim Katie Piper, 32, talks to Tony Cowell about her latest emergency surgery, her dream wedding and her new TV show Tell me about your new TV show, Never Seen a Doctor, Never Seen a Dentist, to be shown on Channel 4… Across the UK, there are people who refuse to see a doctor, dentist or surgeon, but who desperately need to seek treatment. Sometimes it’s because of a phobia, or a fear of being diagnosed, but basically it’s about people who, for many reasons, neglect themselves. So we go out to help them seek the treatment they urgently need. The series has its serious moments but it’s also very uplifting. What attracted you to the project? It’s a different style of show for me, but it’s also…

Why does Eileen decide to break up with Michael? He backs her into a corner. He just keeps on and on about Phelan, and Eileen just has enough. Is she surprised when Phelan says he has feelings for her? Yes. It’s completely out of the blue. She wasn’t looking for anything like that. She views him as a friend, and it takes her by surprise. Does she trust him? Absolutely, yes. He’s given her no reason not to. Even when he admits an affair with Anna, his version of events makes perfect sense to her. He’s very plausible. Why doesn’t she believe Anna’s version of events? Well, one minute she says Phelan raped her, the next minute, she says she slept with him so that he wouldn’t tell on her.…

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