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What makes a beautiful young woman risk going permanently blind in order to have the whites of her eyes tattooed blue? Apparently, the answer is because she wants to “look like a dragon”. Amber Luke’s story on p38 is shocking and makes reality stars like Marnie Simpson (p30), who spend their lives pumping their faces and bottoms with fillers look quite tame. Interestingly, Kylie Jenner – who at just 20 is on course to become a billionaire on the back of her trademark pout – has just had her fillers removed. Apparently, since becoming a mum, she’s realised she wants daughter Stormi to grow up in a world where natural beauty is celebrated. Let’s hope she sticks to her guns and uses her influence to help young women accept themselves…

Her roller-coaster life has appeared to go completely off the rails since her split from her third husband Kieran Hayler in May – with reports surfacing that she’d even taken cocaine to deal with her heartache after a series of wild nights out. And after Jordan – real name Katie Price – was seen cradling her stomach as she holidayed in Thailand with new boyfriend Kris Boyson, 29, last week the 40-year old has told pals she’s now desperate to have a baby to keep her toyboy from straying. A source reveals, “Katie has made no secret of her desire for a baby and has insisted to pals that Kris is The One. Behind closed doors, she’s terrified that he might get bored of her or be tempted to stray.…

Calum Best, 37, recently discussed how growing up with an alcoholic father – late football legend George Best – affected his life. He said, “When my dad became famous, his mum didn’t know how to deal with the pressure, so she started drinking. Unfortunately, she become alcohol dependent and passed away. When she passed, my dad also became alcohol dependent, and he too passed away. When he died, I then chased the bottle and drank more than I should have, because I was trying to numb the pain of losing my dad. “It’s good that people are waking up to this problem. For too long now it has caused misery, but much can be done to help children – simply listening to them is the biggest thing people can do.…

Love Island has racked up a huge 3.4m viewers this series, but with the record-breaking viewing figures comes a huge range of opinions aired on social media – and a shocking amount of trolling and abuse for some of the Islanders. There are firm fan favourites, but the characters who seem to drum up the most emotion are the ones we love to hate – and for fickle viewers, the show’s villains change almost daily. With social media, fans can share their views without a second thought. Over the past few weeks, Megan Barton-Hanson has been branded a “slut”, Georgia Steel a “liar” and Adam Collard “evil”. There was even a discount code created from popular online retailer InTheStyle called WEHATEJOSH10, after Josh Denzel suddenly dumped Georgia. Closer speaks to…

The split from her fiancé Andrew Brady last week marked the latest in a long line of Caroline Flack’s failed romances with younger men, including One Direction star Harry Styles – who is 15 years her junior. And pals say that after so much heartache, the Love Island presenter has sworn off dating toyboys. A source says, “Caroline’s devastated and she also feels incredibly humiliated by the split. She spent so much energy defending the romance and feels it’s all blown up in her face, which she admitted she was afraid might happen.” NO GOING BACK The source adds, “She is done with younger men and insists she’s learned her lesson. After being stung like this in the past, she says Andrew will be the last of her toyboys.” Caroline,…

She’s endured a stormy on/ off relationship with Justin Bieber for six years years – with the pair rekindling the romance late last year before splitting in March. And insiders say Selena Gomez has been left devastated after it was reported that Justin, 24, had proposed to model girlfriend Hailey Baldwin, 21 – whom he previously dated in 2016 – just one month after getting back together. A source reveals, “Selena tried to put on a brave face but admitted to pals it was a kick in the teeth and she’s devastated. It’s only been a few months since they split. For him to be engaged to someone else hurts. Their romance has been so on and off for years, she admitted that she thought they’d be back on at…

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LIST LOVER Gift busy teachers a handy desk planner. It comes in a variety of floral prints, plus two magnets to pop reminders on the fridge. SWEET TOUCH Multiple gifts to buy? Head to the supermarket for brownie ingredients and glass jars. Layer the right amounts of flour, cocoa powder and sweet toppings into a jar and pop the recipe on a tag. • Asda Plain Flour 54p (1.5kg) • Asda Cocoa Powder £1.39 (250g) • Asda walnuts £2.22 (200g) • Asda Marshmallows £1 (150g) • Asda jars £6 for 3 COLOUR THERAPY This adult colouring book makes for ideal half-term therapy for teachers looking to wind down. It’s a bargain, too. GREEN FINGERS This tropical indoor plant with pot will certainly brighten up the classroom – and lasts longer…

• Lisa says, “I never forget my northern roots! This feels like the ultimate Friday night treat. You’ll love my ‘chips with a difference’, and my delicious, healthy alternative to deep-fried batter!” VEGAN TREAT IMPRESS BBQ GUESTS WITH THIS DELICIOUS DAIRY-FREE DESSERT PINA COLADA NICE CREAM SERVES 2 • 2 bananas, peeled and frozen • 85g pineapple chunks • 125ml tinned coconut milk, chilled (thick part only) • 25g desiccated coconut • Fresh pineapple slices, coconut shavings, pomegranate seeds and banana slices, to serve (optional) STEP 1 Put the bananas, pineapple chunks, coconut milk and desiccated coconut in a food processor and blend until the mixture becomes completely smooth and has the consistency of soft-serve ice cream. STEP 2 Serve in a scooped-out pineapple, and top with the pineapple slices,…

Children are exposed to 30 per cent more air pollution because they are shorter and nearer to exhaust fumes. Try to walk down quieter roads instead, where pollution is 2.5 times lower than on busy streets. At the weekend, use free app BreezoMeter to check UV levels before planning when to play in the park, and grow hedges or trees in front of your house. When scientists planted silver birch trees in front of houses, the pollution was 50-60 per cent lower, and hedges are close enough to exhaust pipes to absorb damaging particles.…

MY BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT... Is my ten-year-old son, Ben. Being a mum has taught me what’s important in life and made me less cynical. There have been challenging moments – I’ve been his sole parent since he was two – but time with him is a joy. I REGRET.. Being a cow to my parents as a teenager, but I’ve been lucky enough to make amends. I had eating disorders, which caused them stress and sleepless nights. My mum was so desperate for help and support that she phoned the Samaritans. With my own son approaching secondary school, it’s made me more aware of what my parents went through back then. THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE I’VE BEEN GIVEN... Is never take no for an answer. When I told my teachers…

‘SHE’S TRIED TO PUT ON A BRAVE FACE SINCE THE SPLIT AND HAS BEEN KEEPING BUSY’ In the wake of her shock split from Liam Payne two weeks ago, Cheryl made a bold return to the spotlight last week – attending Simon Cowell’s summer party in a bright orange dress (left). And insiders say the 35 year old – who welcomed son Bear last March – is already worried about the potential fallout when Liam, 24, moves on with another woman. A source says, “Cheryl has tried hard to put on a brave face since the split and has been keeping busy. She wanted to be seen out at the party as she didn’t like the idea of people assuming she was laying low. “Friends are concerned she’s nervous about…

She’s only been married to Prince Harry for two months, but Meghan Markle faced her toughest week to date after a series of criticisms and yet another embarrassing swipe from her sister Samantha. Last week, Meghan, 36, was blighted by a backlash after breaking royal protocol several times. The former actress was slammed for crossing her legs during the RAF centenary flypast at Westminster Abbey and for being “excessive” when she was seen wearing four different outfits while visiting Ireland in just 24 hours. She then came under fire for reportedly praising Ireland’s recent vote to legalise abortion – breaking the royal precedent that forbids the royals to comment on social or political matters. SCATHING ATTACK And to top it all off, Meghan was yet again the target of nasty…

The effects of alcoholism, binge drinking and drunken behaviour are rarely out of the headlines. But while there are many avenues of help available to those struggling with dependency, their families are often forgotten. It was recently revealed that around 200,000 children in the UK live with at least one alcoholic parent or carer – and there are around 120,000 parents in need of specialist alcohol treatment. Inevitably this causes tension at home, but research shows that children of alcoholic parents are twice as likely to experience difficulties at school, three times more likely to consider suicide and four times more likely to become addicts themselves. Yet, until now, there has been little support offered to them. England footballer Dele Alli revealed his plight of growing up with an alcoholic…

Visiting a women’s prison in California last week, Kim Kardashian stepped out of her glamorous reality star role as she listened to inmates’ stories about their lives behind bars, and offered advice about fitting back into society upon their release. Her visit followed a meeting with US President Donald Trump last month to discuss prison reform. Kim, 37, asked for prisoner Alice Marie Johnson, 62 – who was serving a life sentence for a first-time non-violent drug offence – to be released, which was granted a week later. THE NEXT MICHELLE OBAMA And pals say her latest move into the political sphere is all part of her preparation to be America’s next First Lady as her rapper husband Kanye West, 41, continues his bizarre bid to become president. A source…

She announced in April that she was expecting a baby with businessman boyfriend Ritchie, just one year after welcoming daughter Polly with her ex Bradley Wright. And insiders say that while former TOWIE star Amy Childs is excited about the new addition to her family – due in September – she’s admitted to pals she’ll be relieved to not be pregnant soon. A source says, “Amy has said she feels like she’s been pregnant for the past two years! She loves being a mum, but having two babies so close together is a tough task for anyone. Polly is only 13 months old, and being a mother to her while heavily pregnant has beenstressful. The recent heatwave has also left her feeling tired and swollen. It’s been a lot to…

Actor Tom Hardy is reportedly expecting his second child with wife and Peaky Blinders star Charlotte Riley. They first sparked speculation when they attended the Swimming With Men premiere together in London – with Charlotte wearing a white flowing gown that skimmed over her stomach. The couple – who met on the set of Wuthering Heights in 2009 and wed in 2014 – welcomed their first baby in October 2015 and Tom has nine-year-old son Louis from a previous relationship. Opening up about fatherhood last year, the actor, 40 – who battled drink and drug addiction in his twenties – said, “I wouldn’t say it saved my life, but it definitely changed my life.”…

After travelling the world for the past month on their joint On The Run tour, Beyoncé and Jay-Z enjoyed some downtime last week as they soaked up the sunshine in Lake Como. And Beyoncé – who welcomed twins Rumi and Sir Carter last June – sparked rumours she was expecting again. Commenting on her flowy dress, which appeared to skim over her stomach, one fan wrote, “I think she’s pregnant again”, while another added, “Definitely a baby bump.” The singer, 36, also appeared to hold her stomach during a performance in Rome. Fans also commented on how trim Jay-Z, 48, looked, with one saying, “He’s lost so much weight”, while another added, “Jay looks half the size”. And insiders say the rapper credits wife Beyoncé for his new slimmed-down frame…

She’s no stranger to plastic surgery, having undergone multiple enhancements including a boob lift, nose job, liposuction, Botox and lip and facial fillers. But last week, Marnie Simpson’s obsession with perfection went a step further when she flaunted her new, more pert bottom. Last month, Marnie shared a video on Instagram of her getting a bum lift, saying, “I’ve been to elite before for the BBL, so I know the situation.” BBL is short for Brazilian Butt Lift – where fat from other areas in the body is removed and injected into the rear. Fans were quick to comment that reality star Marnie, 26, had risked her once natural good looks, and urged her to stop. One wrote, “You were beautiful before, why would you do this?” While another posted,…

News of ABBA’s reunion broke when the band posted a pic taken in a studio on their Instagram page, revealing they had recorded two new songs – due for release this autumn. In a statement, the foursome – Agnetha Fältskog, 68, Björn Ulvaeus, 73, Benny Andersson, 71, and 72-year-old Anni-Frid Lyngstad – wrote, “We all four felt that, after some 35 years, it could be fun to join forces again and go into the recording studio. So we did. And it was like time had stood still and that we had only been away on a short holiday. An extremely joyful experience!”…

“I GET UP AT 7AM with my children Magdalena, 13, and Zac, 12, and we’ll start getting ready. I’ll have porridge and they’ll have cereal and fruit. Then I’ll take them to school. I LOVE KEEPING FIT so I’ll walk my dog, Scarlet, around the park, then go to a fitness class. I’m currently obsessed with BarreCorre – barre is ballet-inspired fitness classes, a mixture of Pilates, dance, yoga and body pump. I always make time for exercise, it makes me feel good. MY WORK DAY BEGINS AT AROUND 10AM. This can be anything from going through emails at home, having meetings or filming for my website Sinitta.com. I also mentor a lot of young artists – those who want to audition for The X Factor and that sort of…

MY BODY: “I generally eat what I want in moderation, but I don’t really struggle with my weight so I don’t have to focus on what not to eat. I eat well because it gives me more energy and makes me feel less tired. I make green juices every day at home for everyone.” POST-PREGNANCY FITNESS: “I’ve been doing more core work for fitness. After having my third baby, I did feel quite weak and tired. I’ve given birth naturally three times, so it’s quite a lot of trauma to your body. I know it sounds like a cliché, but doing your pelvic floor exercises and working on your core, you just feel stronger.” FAMILY LIFE: “Having the kids and being married to a footballer, I try to feed everyone…

She may have starred in a series of hit films, but Lindsay’s almost as famous for her A-list lovers. In 2014, a list of her alleged famous conquests was leaked online, naming the late Heath Ledger, Justin Timberlake and Zac Efron among others. One of her many conquests was Lothario Calum Best, 37, who confessed that the star was “dynamite between the sheets” after they met in a nightclub in 2012. And despite her lesbian affair with Samantha Ronson, which lasted from 2008-2009, Lindsay insisted in an interview earlier this year that she preferred men.…

FITNESS: When you get past 40, you’re b*******d! You really have to think about what you eat. I try to stay in shape and enjoy working out. I really want to get into yoga. LOVE: We’ve had seven marriages and three babies born from Take Me Out contestants. I should be the godfather! People ask me about love – I believe there’s no secret ingredient to it, it’s just whether you click. FAME: Nothing’s really changed in my life apart from having a nicer house and a car. Having your mates who you’ve been friends with all your life is so important.…

Following a five-year hiatus, iconic Loose Women Carol McGiffin and Denise Welch have recently returned to the panel, much to the delight of fans. But no one was more pleased to see Carol, 58 – who had a mastectomy three years ago during her battle with breast cancer – back on TV than her close pal Denise, 60. She tells Closer, “Carol’s great. She’s fit and well and looks better than ever! We’re great friends and go back a long way.” Carol made her return to the show two weeks ago, where she revealed the results of her new face lift, and added that she wants more surgery later this year. But as she focuses on her new life, Denise – who is married to artist Lincoln Townley, 15 years…

INSIDE LOUISE’S FRIDGE • Eggs • Halloumi • Full-fat milk • Houmous • Greek yoghurt • Feta • Chillies • Turkey mince • Limes • Chicken thighs • Baby carrots • Mixed salad leaves • Tomatoes • Sweet potato • Peppers • Rye bread • Courgettes • Strawberries • Dark chocolate with sea salt • Asparagus • Hazelnut milk • Rosé VERDICT NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW SAYS: “Louise has a great diet. Eggs are a fab way to start the day – they keep us full for longer so we don’t snack. ‘Good’ carbs like grains, rye bread and sweet potatoes release energy slowly and are full of nutrients. Turkey, chicken and fish are great lower-fat alternatives to red meat and are packed with protein, vitamins and minerals.” FRIDGE HEALTH RATING…

RELATIONSHIPS SPOT IF A PARTNER IS LOSING INTEREST Some break-ups are slow burners, others come from out of nowhere. Emma explains how to tell if things are turning sour Having a sneaking suspicion your partner is no longer into you feels awful, so many of us try to ignore it, or blame other factors, like debt, career worries, big life problems or confidence issues. There are some signs that demonstrate your partner is losing interest, however. If they constantly snap at you, or get frustrated with everything you do, so you find yourself walking on eggshells, you need to talk, because this type of hostility affects your self-worth. Being in a loving relationship means truly listening to your partner, so if you’re finding that your partner doesn’t pay attention to…

GET FIT WITHOUT A GYM MEMBERSHIP You don’t need a personal trainer or a pricey leisure centre to shape up this summer. Here are the best ways to work up a sweat – without breaking the bank Boosting your fitness needn’t cost a fortune. Abigail Yearley, spokesperson for Topcashback.co.uk, says, “Gym memberships can be extremely expensive, with some coming in at over £100 a month. However, there are ways to avoid pricey contracts – and find a simpler route to getting in shape.” TRAIN FOR FREE Make the most of the warmer weather and get outside – some parks have fitness equipment that you can use for free. “Taking advantage of the great outdoors is the cheapest way to get fit,” says Abigail. “Whether you take up running in the…

Long Lost Family is into its seventh year; what does the series mean to you now? It means more because we’ve grown older. Every year that passes makes me view the stories differently. Whenever I’m with someone looking for a sister, I think about losing my own [Davina’s half-sister Caroline passed away in August 2012 after losing a battle with cancer]. What an amazing gift it would be for somebody to suddenly go, “You’ve got a sister somewhere…” Life experiences make the programme even more meaningful. It must be very emotional? I can’t get through the voiceovers. They have to keep stopping them because I can get so emotional, then I sound like I’ve been crying so I have to blow my nose and have a cup of…

MUST READ Bad Twins (REBECCA CHANCE) Hotel billionaire Jeffrey Sachs is retiring, which means the prize of becoming Sachs CEO is up for grabs. Jeffrey’s four children are competing for the job and the front runner is Conway, the eldest son and golden boy. But Charlotte, a social media star, is ambitious and fully prepared to backstab to get to the top. Then there’s Bella, her hard-working twin sister. Or could playboy Bart somehow get the role? They all soon realise you should never underestimate your competitors, even if they are family… A gripping thriller. BEST DAYS OUT Cirque du Soleil Totem Almost a decade after Totem was first shown in London, this awe-inspiring show is back at the Royal Albert Hall. The story of Totem is centred on the…

LEO 23 JUL-22 AUG In the very near future, you will be released from what might have been a rather low-key and hopefully not too dark cycle. The Sun – your luminary – moves back into your sign soon and will quickly become part and parcel of an amazing eclipse that can set you free. For your spoken forecast about your current astro-cycle, call 0906 7511 677* VIRGO 23 AUG-22 SEP Get all your socialising done, and complete all the little tasks that need attention this week. Because next week, you could well feel like you want to take some time out from the mad whirl of life, whether it’s just flying under the radar socially or even getting away to a retreat. For your spoken forecast about your current…

We hate to break this to you, Posh, but… we’ve just seen your Dave getting cosy with a bird in the pool. Yes, it’s quicker than waiting for the lift, Amanda – but you won’t be able to sit down for weeks with those friction burns! LOUISE THOMPSON… Sensible advice from Louise, because – let’s face it girls – in this weather, we’ve all been wearing HOT pants! PARIS HILTON… Paris, that’s the reason we never bend down to load the dishwasher any more. Let the servants do it! SOPHIE KASAEI Clever Sophie’s discovered a doughnut that’s lighter than air and contains zero calories. It’s such a shame about the disgusting rubbery aftertaste. After a shock rise in robberies, the police hire Kem and Chris. They’ll start solving crimes just…

His manic work schedule promoting his solo material has seen him miss key events in his 15-month-old son Bear’s life – including his birthday and his second Father’s Day. And speaking last week, following his split from Cheryl, Liam Payne hinted that he won’t fight for custody – even admitting a baby is better off with its mum, sparking a backlash from annoyed fans. Liam, 24, insisted in the interview, “Babies want their mum; I would never have wanted to get in the way of that. It was easier to go out on the road just knowing he wanted his mum. Now, he looks at me and points at me like, ‘Here’s this fun guy!’ He knows.” His comments provoked a furore online, with one fan posting, “I’m shocked he’s…

She looked happy and relaxed as she enjoyed the UK heatwave on a beach in Cornwall last week, and Josie Gibson has been telling friends that she’s embracing her pregnancy weight gain and couldn’t be happier. The former Big Brother winner, 33, is expecting her first baby with her property developer partner Terry, 48, in September and is feeling the most content she has in years. A source says, “Josie’s the happiest she’s ever been and pregnancy really suits her. She’s loved seeing her body change and all her friends have been telling her she’s glowing. Of course she’s gained weight, but she’s going easy on herself – she couldn’t care less about being bigger while she’s growing a baby. “She’s been enjoying going on holiday recently – to Cyprus,…

Furious Khloé Kardashian last week branded an online troll “disgusting” for saying her three-month-old daughter True was “not cute at all”. Meanwhile, critics attacked her sister Kim for straightening North’s hair, and others insisted North and sister Kourtney’s daughter Penelope were too old to be in prams, after Kim posted a snap of North, five, in a pram alongside Penelope, six. Now sources say youngest sister Kylie – who deleted all images of her daughter Stormi from social media in June – has been trying to convince her sisters to be careful before posting pictures of their young families. A source says, “Kylie understands they want to share snaps of their kids because fans love to see them. But she also knows that there are a lot of haters and…

She looked as though she didn’t have a care in the world as she flaunted her trim bikini body at the Holistic Body Camp in Marbella last week – after recently shedding 2st due to her healthy new lifestyle. No doubt Kerry Katona was trying to take her mind off things back home, after reportedly being left heartbroken when her former Atomic Kitten bandmates Natasha Hamilton and Liz McClarnon recorded a World Cup version of their 2000 hit Whole Again without her. While Kerry enjoyed the sunshine in Spain, Natasha, 35, shared a photo of herself in a recording studio, along with the caption “Today was fun! #footballscominghomeagain”. Insiders claim the snub left Kerry upset, especially after sources recently told Closer that she was still holding out hope for a…

She’s made no secret of the fact she’s inspired by Kim Kardashian, previously admitting she “loves Kim” as she posed as the iconic reality star for a Closer photoshoot in 2014. And last week, Lauren Goodger’s adoration of the star took a new turn when she launched a poll on Instagram, asking fans who wore a near-identical outfit better: herself or Kim. Lauren’s lookalike Lycra set, which she designed, is even called the “Kimye”, and now pals say it’s all part of her dream to replicate Kim’s fame. A source says, “Lauren has always been inspired by Kim. She loves her sexy look, but she also admires her business sense and how she’s built a multi-million pound empire. Lauren has her tanning range and wants to expand – she’d love…

After first marrying in 2008, Emma and Matt Willis enjoyed a star-studded vow renewal last week to mark their tenth wedding anniversary. The pair spent the day with their close friends and family at Rushton Hall in Northamptonshire – the same venue where they first wed – and all their married female guests wore their wedding dresses. They were joined by a host of celeb guests, including Rochelle and Marvin Humes, Tom and Giovanna Fletcher and Fearne Cotton and her husband Jesse James – while insiders claimed Britain’s Got More Talent host Stephen Mulhern officiated the ceremony. Posting on Instagram days earlier, Emma, 42, paid tribute to her Busted star husband, writing, “10 glorious years of annoying the s**t out of him. Thank you @mattjwillis for always being my partner…

She has become as famous for her notoriously rocky love life as her pop hits, but Taylor Swift has managed to keep a relatively low profile with British actor boyfriend Joe Alwyn, 27, since the pair began dating in 2016. And in a rare public outing, the couple looked cosy as they soaked up the sunshine in Turks and Caicos last week, with Taylor revealing her slender frame in a stripy bikini. Having met Joe’s parents, insiders say the 28-year-old star is now keen to buy a £30m house in north London’s Crouch End, so she can set down roots near to where Joe and his family live.…

A new statistic has revealed that more than half of men now think wolf-whistling is wrong. I’m from an era where a wolf-whistle was a huge compliment and extremely flattering – and I still quite like it! I don’t find it rude or threatening, it’s more cheeky and sweet to me. This may seem like me having double standards, as I’ve recently spoken out about unwanted sexual advances – but it’s not. Yes, I love to flirt and receive compliments, but that’s a long way from being pounced on when it’s uninvited. I would hate to live in a world where we had to squash our natural and genuine attraction to each other. If there was no flirting, there would be no fun!…

‘Mumislike superwoman!’ She’s famed for her gorgeous curves and good looks, but it’s obvious good genes run in Rita Ora’s family. Standing side-by-side, Rita, 27, and her mum Vera, 52, look more like sisters – despite their 25-year age gap. The pair regularly show off their figures in sexy selfies together on Instagram. The mum and daughter are extremely close, especially since Vera battled cancer when Rita was a teenager. Speaking about their relationship, Rita said, “My mum is funny, crazy, real and probably the nicest superwoman on the planet. She made me feel anything is possible, even when she got sick. Everything I do, I do it for her.” ‘She rocks a bikini better than me!’ Actress Jada Pinkett Smith is famed for her ageless beauty, but the apple…

GET HER LOOK BINKY FELSTEAD Ditching her heels for retro kicks, Binky gives this striped dress a perfect-for-summer casual vibe. EVERYBODY’S CARRYING... WICKER BAGS Pretty and practical, a wicker carry-all is this season’s IT accessory. Ideal for bringing the seaside to the city, take your pick from these beauties… STYLE FILES: KRIS JENNER ‘MOMAGER’ KRIS JENNER, 62, HAS ALMOST TURNED HER BACK ON HER SIGNATURE MONOCHROME WARDROBE, FAVOURING LOUD COLOURS AND PRINTS. HERE’S OUR VERDICT… STRIPE SUCCESS Pink and red together, tick, vertical stripes, tick, fuss-free heels that match, tick. Kris was winning here! And the snug fit also flattered her curves to perfection. MISMATCHED Kris gave this shapeless shirt dress an off-duty feel by ditching heels for cooler trainers, but the overall look is still a bit too chaotic…

‘SUPERMARKET SWEETS AREN’T THE PROBLEM!’ As the government bans junk food from checkouts, Dr Christian suggests far more useful ways to help families get healthier Removing sweets from checkouts is a drop in the ocean, because sweets are everywhere, from newsagents, to clothes shops, to DIY stores. You go in for a newspaper and you’re encouraged to buy a slab of chocolate – it’s endless. PLAN TREATS Decide how many treats your kids can have each week, and when they’ve had them, they can’t ask for more. Make it a rule like any other: bedtime is 8pm, and you can have three chocolate bars a week. It’s too easy to keep saying yes, otherwise. Also, explain why. Rather than using scare tactics, if your child likes watching football, explain their…

As much as I complain about the difficulties of dating as a 30-something, I always spare a thought for single parents who have even more hurdles to navigate. A lot of modern daters rule out anyone with kids and almost every app and dating site profile mentions whether you’ve reproduced. I’m always asked by men if I’ve been married before or have children and I often wonder what the reaction would be if I said “yes”. But it makes me even more sad that new research found that almost half of single parents never date and a third haven’t been on a date in a year, with lack of childcare being the biggest barrier. So I can’t applaud Match.com more for their new summer initiative, where they’re offering three hours…

£47.50 For Acuvue Oasys 1-Day contact lenses. My vision is so important for my career, and these are so comfortable to wear. £10 For Laurel and Hardy statues. I like browsing markets for unique items. They were my grandad’s favourite comedians, so I had to buy them. £27 For Estée Lauder Goddess. It’s the best bronzer and I use it all the time. £1,100 For a Fuji X 100F camera. My career takes me to amazing destinations like Rio and Beijing, and I love making memories. £28 For Crash Bandicoot , a game for my Nintendo Switch.…

1 LOVE ISLAND ALMOST THE END (NOOOOO!) ON NIGHTY, 9PM, ITV2 This is the penultimate Love Island week (ie. time to resume normal life once the islanders go back to doing whatever it was they were doing before this major summer of lurrve beckoned). Things we have learned thus far: Georgia is loyal. (Doctor) Alex can really bust some moves. Megan ticks all the boxes. Wes does bits. New boy Idris rates himself. And Dani – well, she’s just got to win it with Jack, hasn’t she? 2 ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK SEASON 6 LANDS FRI 27 JULY, NETFLIX NEW SERIES The inmates are dealing with their new surroundings, following the riot in season five. And by “dealing”, we mean not very well. Dramatic stuff is on the way...…

How did you end up being Keith Lemon’s BFF on Coming In America ? Keith reached out to me; “I’m doing this show about going to America, will you be my friend that I’m coming to visit?” We’ve been working together for a while now and we really get along. We have a bit of a laugh and call it work. How did the pair of you become pals? The first time we met was when I got out of the jungle [Ashley was runner-up on I’m A Celeb! in 2012] and I went to The [British] Comedy Awards and he was there. My manager was like, “You know that wasn’t him, right, that was a character?” In America, we don’t really have someone playing a character…