Innholdsfortegnelse for 02 March 2020 i New Idea

Former Baywatch actress Yasmine Bleeth, 51, looked remarkably different as she made a rare public outing recently when she took her pet dog for a walk in Los Angeles. The star looked happy and relaxed as she took a stroll down the streets in a blue flowing dress. The one-time model, who played sexy lifeguard Caroline Holden in the hit TV show, now lives a low-key life, dividing her time between California and Arizona. For the past 17 years Yasmine has been married to strip club owner Paul Cerrito, who she reportedly met in a Malibu rehab centre after voluntarily checking herself in for cocaine addiction. Yasmine, who hasn’t acted since 2003, has struggled with addiction over the years and relapsed after leaving the clinic. She was arrested in 2001…

Once renowned for his ripped physique, in the past few years Aussie actor Russell Crowe has struggled to keep off the kilos. The 55-year-old has transformed his figure for various roles over the years. But while earlier films demanded chiselled washboard abs, his recent parts, in The Loudest Voice and Unhinged, required him to stack on the weight. When pics emerged last year of Russell sporting a large belly, it was clear the actor had continued to let his health slip. So in a bid to avoid any pics being taken before he’s ready to reveal his new bod to his close friend Terri Irwin and the world, Russ is keeping a low profile. “The reason no-one has seen Russell in a while is he’s dieting. He wants to…

An obsessed superfan who sent Delta Goodrem over 300 love poems has been ordered to stay away from the pop star. James Joseph Lafferty, an unemployed Grafton man, appeared at Sydney’s Downing Centre Court on February 18 to face charges of stalking and intimidation, tampering with evidence with intent to mislead, sending menacing messages, harassing or offending, and refusing to comply with direction. According to police, Lafferty showed up at Delta’s apartment on Valentine’s Day and sent a flood of messages, such as “I honestly love you Delta, my soulmate forever.” The next day, Lafferty approached Delta when she entered the lobby to pick up a dress, shouting: “Delta! Delta!” Documents state The Voice judge was left “distressed and anxious” by the entire ordeal.…

As the troubled Today show continues to battle falling ratings, New Idea can reveal the secret plan being hatched to reunite the original line-up. With Karl Stefanovic sliding back into his old seat as if nothing had happened, rumours are rife that paths are now being cleared to make way for the return of his former co-host Lisa Wilkinson, as well as entertainment reporter Richard Wilkins and news reader Sylvia Jeffreys. “All four want nothing more than to see the ‘Dream Team’ back on morning TV - and they’re stopping at nothing to get their way,” reveals our source. “Dickie in particular spent years alongside those people, and as the old saying goes, ‘If it ain’t broke then don’t fix it’.” It is understood negotiations are at an early stage…

As the two-year anniversary of Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux’s separation approaches, rumours that Justin is releasing a tell-all have come to the surface once more and Brad Pitt is furious! While Justin has been inundated with book offers since the split, he’s been reluctant to spill the beans until now. An insider revealed: “He’s not a bitter guy by nature, but the fact she’s back with Brad has cut him pretty deep and really bruised his ego. “Justin spent much of their marriage feeling like he was this substitute version of her ex, but she’d assure him time and time again that wasn’t the case. Now it turns out he was right, and that hurts him. It makes Justin feel like he wasted years of his life with the…

It’s the palace paternity case that has captivated Australia, and indeed the world. And as Queensland father Simon Dorante-Day’s unprecedented court battle – to prove that Charles and Camilla are his biological parents – gains international momentum, even more new information is coming to light to back up his claims that he’s second in line to the British throne. But while Charles and Camilla have stayed quiet so far, the Duchess of Cornwall this week made a rare and emotional public address hinting at pressures behind the scenes. Speaking from the heart at a reception to honour the domestic violence charity SafeLives, she spoke of the pain of keeping quiet due to feelings of guilt and shame. “No-one knows what goes on behind any front door,” she said in the…

Married at First Sight brides Natasha Spencer and Tash Herz were spotted getting very cosy together while on a romantic couple’s trip to Bali. Lesbian bride Tash hasn’t been afraid to flaunt her new conquest despite the fact she was ‘married’ to her TV wife Amanda Micallef on the Channel Nine show, while Natasha’s marriage to Mikey Pembroke seemingly imploded before filming even ended. The loved-up pair were seen cuddling close while walking down a Balinese street, kissing each other sitting on a grassy ledge and packing on the PDA before partying at Ku De Ta nightclub in Seminyak. The two ‘Tashes’ didn’t shy away from locking lips and snuggling – the unlikely new couple getting far more intimate for the cameras than they ever did while filming with their…

We’ve seen MAFS’ Mikey and Jonethen perform wild sex acts in the bedroom and now former stripper Chris has been caught with Michael! Footage shows the boys throwing each other on the floor and getting hot and heavy with one another. It’s familiar ground for Chris, who had a wild past as a stripper with Aussie Hunks, but for entrepreneur Michael, who’s matched with Stacey, it’s certainly stepping out of his comfort zone. “All the boys on set were wild,” reveals an on-set insider. “Whenever the cameras weren’t rolling, they just wanted  to party and muck around.” Speaking to New Idea, fellow MAFS star Hayley confirmed the contestants’ partying ways. “Everyone liked to party,” she reveals, adding multiple brides and grooms were drug-tested during their time on the show. “There…

PRINCESS DIANA Perhaps one of the most famous royal deaths of all time was the fatal car crash in the Pont de l’Alma road tunnel in Paris more than 22 years ago as Diana returned from a dinner date with her then-lover, Dodi Fayed. To this day, there has been much speculation surrounding her death. Recently, an unnamed witness came forward and told The Globe the princess had been murdered and that she knew who was behind the plot. “When I first saw her, she was moaning in pain, but conscious. She seemed dazed and disoriented and, at first … I heard her ask, ‘My God, what’s happened?’” the eyewitness began. “She was told she’d been in a terrible car crash and to lie still. She was quiet for a…

Egg-In-A-Hole Burgers Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 40 mins 500g pork and veal mince 1 tblsp dried onion flakes ¼ cup dried packaged breadcrumbs 1 egg yolk 1 tblsp American mustard 1 tblsp smoky barbecue sauce 4 eggs 60g baby rocket leaves 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced 4 large round brioche rolls, split, toasted Extra smoky barbecue sauce and American mustard, to serve CARAMELISED ONIONS 1 tblsp olive oil 2 red onions, peeled, cut into 5mm-thick rings 2 tsps balsamic vinegar 1 To make caramelised onions, heat oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add onions. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until soft. Add vinegar. Cook, stirring for 2 minutes, or until caramelised. 2 Meanwhile, combine mince, onion flakes, breadcrumbs, egg yolk, mustard and…

Psychologist Dr Justin Coulson says a good starting point is being upfront about how they make everyone feel uncomfortable. “Say, can we have a chat about one of those really embarrassing topics no-one really wants to talk about but it’s really important that we do? By doing that the kids will roll their eye but they want to talk to us about these things. When we ask for permission they’re happy to begin the conversation.” Justin says we need to explore teenagers’ attitudes and knowledge. “By being curious, we give them the option to open up more instead of shutting them down,” he explains. After that, he advises parents’ ask, “How do you keep yourself safe, how do you make healthy decisions. That’s when we empower. The process there is,…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A long-term goal will grow, revving up your enthusiasm and encouraging you to aim high! Lingering business will require renewed effort; a project that you’re in the middle of may be slow going but perseverance will win out. A changing family situation will ask more of you, a makeover will convey a different personal image and a new possession or financial boost will put a smile on your face. LUCKY NUMBERS: 6, 11, 28 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Planning something fun or somewhere you’re eager to go will be exhilarating – you’ll pour energy into making it happen. Also, a special get-together or introduction you’ve wanted for a long time will prove to be a wish come true! A reunion will strike…

Karina Machado is a journalist, host of the Spirit Sisters podcast and the author of Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies, a non-fiction series exploring the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people. Now, on The Ghost Files podcast each week, Karina will introduce a guest who’ll share their personal encounter with the spirit world. BEYOND HEAVEN AND EARTH I’m one of those people who collects quotes – one of my favourites is by Shakespeare, from Hamlet: “There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy.” To me, this so beautifully sums up the path of spiritual inquiry, which tends to reveal more layers, possibilities and connections, the further we travel along. The quote also reminds me of my own response to…

WATCHING Tom Cruise was a big box office drawcard, starring with Nicole Kidman in Days of Thunder and in the war film, Born On the Fourth of July. On the box, Neil Patrick Harris starred as a teenage doctor in Doogie Howser, M.D., and Candice Bergen played an investigative journalist in Murphy Brown. LISTENING TO What a year it was for Farnsey and Barnesy! Both John Farnham’s album Chain Reaction and Jimmy Barnes’ Two Fires topped the charts and stayed there for weeks. Aussie rock powerhouse Midnight Oil hit paydirt with their album Blue Sky Mining. Meanwhile, Gloria Estefan’s Cuts Both Ways sliced up the competition to spend two weeks on top of the charts.…

MONDAY Willow can’t help but feel panicked when Alex drops another bombshell on her. Meanwhile, Justin receives the shock of his life when he takes another look at Leah’s website. TUESDAY A distraught Justin decides to take matters into his own hands. And Alex has shock news for Willow. WEDNESDAY As Leah’s nightmare intensifies, Tori brings Ben and Maggie up to speed on the latest developments. THURSDAY Justin and Colby’s search for Leah takes yet another nail-biting turn. Back in the Bay, Jasmine has a heated argument with Willow before making an admission to Irene.…

ROB KIPAWILLIAMS (ARI PARATA): THE LAST MOVIE I SAW WAS… A re-run of Avengers: Infinity War. I’m a fan of the Marvel genre. THE LAST BOOK I COULDN’T PUT DOWN WAS… The Life You Were Born to Live (by Dan Millman). It’s about understanding oneself, so it’s pretty cool. THE LAST ITEM OF CLOTHING I BOUGHT WAS… A pair of Nobull shoes. THE LAST MEAL I ATE WAS… 185 grams of chicken and 85 grams of rice. I have a trainer who has given me a specific program. THE LAST HOLIDAY I TOOK WAS… To Canggu in Bail. I went with some friends and we explored and had the best time. THE LAST PERSON I SENT A TEXT MESSAGE TO WAS… To my mum, Elizabeth. I texted to let her…

THE GOOD DOCTOR S3 Last week saw the medical drama’s mid-season return and it certainly had us hooked, but this week’s episodes are even more compelling as Dr Shaun Murphy (Freddie Highmore) and the team must treat two 16-year-old cancer patients that are dating. Meanwhile, Shaun realises he has to work on his relationship with Carly (Jasika Nicole). TUE. 9PM & SUN. 8.30PM ON SEVEN BETTER CALL SAUL S5 Saul Goodman (Bob Odenkirk) has officially arrived, with Jimmy McGill deciding to legally change his name in the first episode of the Breaking Bad spin-off’s new season. The lawyer embraces his dodgier instincts, which causes conflict with girlfriend Kim Wexler (Rhea Seehorn). MON. ON STAN DATELINE In the season return, celebrity chef Adam Liaw presents a documentary about a recent trip…

In less than two years, three people from Love Island have taken their lives. Last week host Caroline Flack was found dead in her London apartment aged 40. In 2018, former contestant Sophie Gradon, 32, died at her parent’s home. She had appeared on the show in 2016. She was discovered by her boyfriend Aaron Armstrong who then took his own life 20 days later. In March 2019, another Love Island contestant, Mike Thalassitis, also took his life. He was 26. Friend Mario Falcone said Mike went “from being a normal guy, to a celebrity, to a ‘guy that was on that show’ – within the space of six months to a year. That’s a lot to deal with.” “Love Island have got to open their eyes to this,” he…

Crown Prince Frederik has been rushed to hospital after he sustained a shoulder injury while skiing last week. The 51-year-old was in Verbier with his family when the incident occurred. It’s understood medical treatment was successful and he will soon return to his royal engagements. A statement was released by the palace explaining the incident. “His Royal Highness The Crown Prince suffered a minor injury in [sic] the left shoulder last week in connection with skiing in Switzerland,” Danish Royal Communications Director Lene Balleby said. “The Crown Prince has therefore today been examined and treated at the Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen.”…

Breakfast television veteran Kerri-Anne Kennerley has marked one year since the tragic passing of her husband, John Kennerley. John died on February 27, 2019 at the age of 78 – almost three years to the day after he fractured his C2 and C3 vertebrae and was left quadriplegic when he fell over a garden hedge at a golf resort near Coffs Harbour. Studio 10 host Kerri-Anne, 66, stood by her beloved husband’s side and gave him round-the-clock care in the years following his horror accident. The pair were married for more than three decades after tying the knot in 1984. Kerri-Anne spoke candidly about her grief on Studio 10 just a month after losing the love of her life last year. “It was a shock because I thought I would…

The moment a new baby is introduced to the world is one of the most significant events in the royal family’s calendar. So when Meghan Markle chose to break tradition and wait several days before a photocall, rather than appearing on the hospital steps mere hours after the birth (as most of the royals, including Princess Diana and Kate Middleton did), the international response was enormous. The royal family remained silent on the subject, until now. In a shocking interview, Kate has finally revealed her true feelings about Meghan’s decision. On the podcast Happy Mum, Happy Baby, Kate provided a rare glimpse into her private life, saying she found the post-birth public photo a “slightly terrifying” experience. However, she explained that in spite of her discomfort, she recognised how…

Confirming her split from Steve ‘Commando’ Willis after her arrest in January for drink driving, fitness star Michelle Bridges has been left devastated by the breakdown of her six-year relationship, and is holding out desperate hope they will eventually reunite. Now, less than two months after the father of four walked out on her on New Year’s Eve, Michelle’s worse fears have been realised after Steve was caught out with one of his personal training clients. ‘Commando’ has been enjoying cosy dates and intimate nights in with F45 gym trainer Harika Vancuylenberg, who caught his eye after attending his fitness retreat in Tahiti in November, where friends say the chemistry was “undeniable”. On returning to Sydney, the pair kept in touch, passionately reuniting once Steve was officially single. “It’s early…

When Harry and Meghan stepped down from their positions as senior royals, they made it clear one of their main priorities would be protecting their son, Archie from the glare of the spotlight. But as the couple have largely walked away from public life to focus on building a new home in Canada, royal fans are waiting eagerly to catch another glimpse of Archie. Now Princess Diana’s former protection officer Ken Wharfe tells New Idea exclusively the doting royal parents are doing the right thing by keeping Archie behind the walls of their rented Vancouver Island mansion. “There’s no doubt Harry and Meghan are concerned about his safety,” Ken explains. “There are security risks anyway as two people, and once you’ve got children on board, it becomes an added risk.”…

With the recent spate of divorces rocking the royal household, it’s likely the Queen is feeling nervous about a third divorce being announced. Last week, royal expert Ingrid Seward revealed that the Queen is “sad but pragmatic” about the announcements of Peter Phillips and David Armstrong-Jones’ marriages ending. But the Majesty editor also noted the Queen feels it’s often “too easy to get divorced”, leading to speculation that she is sending a strong message to other members of the family who may be considering a break-up – most notably, the Queen’s only child who hasn’t been divorced: Prince Edward. Yet Edward, who was photographed along with wife Sophie and their children James and Louise in the Swiss ski resort of St Moritz last week, appears to have a rock solid…

In an exclusive video, Married at First Sight star Vanessa Romito has revealed the ugly truth about her relationship with ‘husband’ Chris Nicholls. Barefaced, tearful and angry, Vanessa speaks directly to her phone’s camera in a heartbreaking monologue about Chris. “He is a f--king gaslighting, manipulative piece of s--t,” the 31-year-old says. “He has controlled me and he has destroyed me.” Tears stream down her face as she goes on to claim that Chris feigned interest in her purely for his own benefit, to ensure he didn’t have to leave the show. “If they can literally keep you there for your own f--king agenda, that is just a horrible f--king human,” she cries. “I am now exhausted and I want to go the f--k home. I never want to see…

When Roula and Rachael appeared on Season 9 of My Kitchen Rules, it’s fair to say they had plenty of arguments in the kitchen. But, Roula has admitted the constant fighting actually affected their friendship after they finished filming. “We didn’t see each other that much,” she dishes to New Idea. While many of Roula and Rachael’s friends and family thought they were crazy for deciding to give the cooking show another chance, it couldn’t have worked out better for them. In fact, the experience only brought them closer and has saved their friendship. “We said to ourselves we can’t fight on camera any more,” says Roula. “We have learnt a lot this time round. We learnt a lot about each other and now I look at her like my…

SHAUN WEISS O n January 26, one-time child star Shaun Weiss was again arrested, this time after breaking into a California house while reportedly high on drugs. The former The Mighty Ducks star has been battling meth addiction for years and his latest mugshot revealed the 41-year-old’s shocking physical decline. AMANDA BYNES Soon after retiring from acting aged 24, the former Nickelodeon star began hitting the headlines for her worrying behaviour. By 2014 Amanda was placed under a conservatorship after a series of hospitalisations and police run-ins. Having been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and struggling with addiction, Amanda, 33, entered rehab last year – but by December had reportedly fled the sober house she was living in. Last month she prompted concern again after posing with what appeared to be…

Raspberry Ice-Cream Bars Makes 10, Prep: 25 mins RASPBERRY LAYER 85g packet raspberry-flavoured jelly crystals 2 cups frozen raspberries (250g), thawed ½ cup icing sugar mixture ICE-CREAM LAYER 395g can sweetened condensed milk 300ml tub thickened cream 1 cup creamy vanilla yoghurt 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 Lightly grease a large, straight-sided loaf pan with top measuring 15cm x 23cm x 9cm deep. Line base and sides with baking paper. 2 To make raspberry layer, dissolve jelly crystals in ¾ cup boiling water in a heatproof jug. 3 Blend raspberries and icing sugar in a blender until smooth. Press through a sieve sitting over a large bowl. Discard seeds. Stir in jelly. Pour into prepared pan. Freeze for 1 hour and 30 minutes. 4 To make ice-cream layer, beat condensed…

Ariel waves The Mermade Hair Waver is the best tool I’ve tried in a long time. Admittedly, I’m not the best at doing my hair and when it comes to curling, I’ve always put it in the too hard basket. Also, I never have enough time to commit to it in the mornings when I am trying to rush out the door to work. However, when the Mermade arrived, promising to deliver big, bouncy waves in seconds, I was eager to try it out. Turns out it really is as foolproof as it looks. Think of it as a giant crimper, disguised as a three-barrel curling wand, which produces as tight or big a curl as you want. My hair is currently medium length and I like a softer, beach-wave…

I remember the day my mum and stepdad told me they had appointed me as executor of their will and power of attorney. I didn’t want to hear about it. I didn’t want to think of them dying or about selling their lovely home. Worse, I didn’t want to think about making decisions if they were too ill or incapacitated to do it themselves. But after I unclamped my hands from my ears, it turned out to be one of the best conversations I’ve ever had. We talked about what they wanted their later years to look like, including where and how they might like to live, what was important to them and the choices they would make if they couldn’t articulate them for themselves. They even had funeral instructions…

WISE WORDS Christmas is over and a New Year has begun. Can we hope for peace and happiness? We shed a tear for some. Our beautiful country is burning. So tragic in every way. A dreadful start to a New Year. We can only hope and pray. May things get back to normal for families and the like. God bless each and everyone who fought both day and night. JEAN HAMER, SPRINGFIELD, QLD. LITTLE CARNIVORE Quote of the day from Master 4 (grandson): “They made a different stir-fry at school today and I didn’t like it. It had vegetables and different chicken that was square and tasted like rubbers out of my pencil case.” It was tofu. STELLA SCHROETER, NGUNNAWAL, ACT. MERE MALE My son took his girlfriend out to…

A distraught Justin (James Stewart) has been having one sleepless night after another since Leah (Ada Nicodemou) vanished without a trace late last year. And we are about to see that Justin had every reason to be desperately worried about the woman he loves. In a shocking development, Leah is this week revealed to be not only alive but about to marry a mystery man named Douglas! However, as we will also discover, Douglas is anything but a knight in shining armour for the Summer Bay favourite. A deranged Douglas is holding a terrified Leah against her will in a remote location. And every time Douglas feels that Leah speaks ‘out of turn’, his temper boils over. “No-one has seen or heard from Leah since she went missing just before…

Glamorous TV sleuth Phryne Fisher (Essie Davis) makes the jump to the big screen in the new exotic adventure film, Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears. Here’s what you need to know… It’s set in 1929 in British Palestine. Miss Fisher becomes embroiled in a new mystery after she helps a young girl who was imprisoned for taking action against the British colonisers. After breaking her out of jail, Phryne uncovers a complicated web of intrigue involving a massive emerald and an ancient curse. It’s a brand new story. MISS FISHER AND THE CRYPT OF TEARS IS OUT THURSDAY The Crypt of Tears is not based on any of the Miss Fisher books by Kerry Greenwood, but is a completely new tale written by series co-creator Deb Cox.…

Adele was pictured screaming at photographers when leaving a wedding party. As she made her way into the car, the singer was seen shouting and yelling before covering her face with flowers. Earlier in the evening she was heard performing along with Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine. It appears Adele is under pressure at present, and the outburst comes after she was recently pictured having a tense conversation on the phone. The star has also lost an incredible amount of weight, halving her dress size thanks to a strict diet of green juice and 1000 calories a day, and a vigorous exercise routine.…

Nicole Kidman’s stunt double Cheryl Sanders has been shot dead alongside her husband after they tried to ambush her ex-husband Lindsey Duncan and his new wife Molly at their home. “All of a sudden, hell began,” Lindsey told a press conference of the “absolute, total ambush” that happened in his home resulting in a shootout. “The most difficult of this whole process – besides listening to my wife say, ‘I’m going to die, they’re going to kill me’ – is having to tell my two daughters that their mother’s been shot,” he said of the girls he shares with Cheryl. The news comes after Nicole was spotted looking stressed on the set of her new movie The Prom. The actress looked deep in thought as she made her way onto…

Looking at photos of Michelle and Steve’s new flame, Harika, it’s not hard to see they could easily pass as sisters. And it turns out they have more in common than just their looks. According to the Facebook page of a fitness centre where Harika worked, like Michelle, who was a trainer on The Biggest Loser, Harika is a great fitness motivator. “Coach Harika is the pocket rocket powerhouse of motivation,” one of her clients commented on the F45 Training The Ponds page. “Harika never lets you slack off! You can’t hide from Harika!” Another client added: “Above all that she’s a genuine, beautiful person with a heart of gold … and arms like concrete boulders.”…

George Clooney are moving out! Sources say they are headed back to LA — or George is — full time. “I think it’s very much make or break – they have been in different cities for so long lately and have to make a big push to give the marriage one last try, or it’s surely doomed,” says the source. “He also wants another baby, which she’s been reluctant to do, but it wouldn’t surprise people who know them if he manages to change her mind,” adds the insider. According to the source, George also wants another stab at politics and wants to throw his hat in the ring as a prospective governor of California. They could also be looking to hook up with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, who…

Giving a very clear sign that they have no intention of returning to the UK, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have closed their Buckingham Palace office and sacked their 15 staff. According to reports, most of the workers will be given redundancy packages although some will be re-assigned to other parts of the royal household. They were told the news in January in person. Former protection officer Ken Wharfe tells New Idea he doubts Harry in particular will stay away from his home country for long. “I personally think he, either with or without his wife Meghan, will return to the UK at some point, how long for, I’m not certain. The sustainability of living on the edge of a cliff in Vancouver Island is not something I can…

Last week, Stacey Hampton confirmed her relationship with ‘spouse’ Michael Goonan was in trouble after she found out he had cheated on her with fellow contestant Hayley Vernon. But it can now be revealed that Stacey had a secret off-camera affair of her own – with Mikey Pembroke. In fact, a series of text messages obtained by New Idea confirms that at the time of filming, Stacey and Mikey’s relationship was surprisingly intimate. “… If Natasha knew she would die,” Stacey wrote in one message to Mikey, to which he replied: “Yep I think so.” And their exchange didn’t end there. In even more flirtatious text messages, the pair all but confirm they’d spent the night together behind their partners’ backs. “Are you coming tonight,” Stacey asks Mikey, who then…

DREW BARRYMORE She was hanging out in nightclubs and drinking alcohol at 9, smoking marijuana at 10, using cocaine by 12 and after attempting suicide, was in rehab lockdown by 13 years old. At 14, Drew legally emancipated herself from her parents and went to work rebuilding her by then faltering career, which had taken off when she starred in E.T. at just 6 years old. Now 44, she’s still an actress as well as a movie producer, makeup mogul and mum. MACAULAY CULKIN After a career as one of the most famous child stars of all time, Macaulay largely withdrew from the public eye in the mid ’90s. In 2004 he was arrested for possessing marijuana and two controlled substances [benzodiazepines] but avoided jail. Then in 2012, photos of…

A woman who was dumped by her boyfriend after doctors told her she was too fat to conceive has since lost 77kg and dropped nine dress sizes in one year. Financial service analyst, Alida Dreyer, 27, from Sydney, was overweight as a young child, which lead to severe bullying at school. Although Alida has a disposition to weight gain due to genetics and was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) at 13, she admits she had all the tools needed to lose weight but refused to use them because she was addicted to food. “I have always been the ‘big girl’, ever since I can remember. Food was my vice and with it came a passion for cooking and baking,” Alida says. “I chose a career in counselling to help…

4-Ingredient Lemon and Raspberry Fool Serves 4, Prep: 20 mins 2 cups frozen raspberries (250g) ½ cup icing sugar mixture 300ml tub thickened cream 1 cup lemon curd (300g) 1 Toss raspberries with ¼ cup of the sugar in a medium bowl. Stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until thawed. Gently crush with a fork. 2 Beat cream and remaining sugar in a medium bowl with a hand-held electric mixer until firm peaks form. Gently fold through raspberry mixture. 3 Divide half the mixture evenly among four serving glasses (1¼-cup capacity). Top with lemon curd then remaining mixture. Refrigerate for 2 hours. 4 Serve with small sponge finger biscuits (optional). 4-Ingredient Teriyaki Chicken Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 40 mins 1kg chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, cut into…

It’s estimated that the average woman gains 1-2 kg during the perimenopausal transition (and lots of women gain more). You may also notice your body shape changing as hormones also cause a shift in body fat distribution which can cause it to settle in your belly. The good news is that it is possible to get back down to the weight you feel happiest at. “There is no silver bullet, weight loss is a daily battleground for me too,” says GP Dr Ginni Mansberg in her new book The M Word: How to Thrive in Menopause. WRITE IT DOWN You are eating more than you think and moving less than you think. A famous study of people who were obese, eating 1200 calories a day and not  losing any weight,…

Southern Cross Travel Insurance recently revealed the most expensive countries for medical-related claims. The USA, Canada, and Peru take the top three spots for the highest claim costs, with Greece, Indonesia and New Zealand close behind. Thailand, Japan, Cyprus and Spain round out the list, according to the data collected. The largest individual claim was for $187,000, from a customer who fell while hiking at the historic Machu Picchu site. The 65-year-old suffered a fractured femur which required surgery, followed by a lengthy recovery due to complications. In another case, a 45-year-old fell ill in the USA and was hospitalised with dizziness and vertigo. After being diagnosed with an inner ear disorder, the traveller made a claim for $88,000. While no traveller expects to be the one to get sick…

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Q I am on a tight budget and have an elderly dog that has a condition, unfortunately. The ongoing cost of expensive medication is leaving me short. One person said I could have my dog put down if I can’t afford the vet medication, but my dog isn’t at that stage yet. I think it would be cruel to put an animal down that still has quality of life. I understand vet clinics are a business and they can’t offer the medication cheaper. Any advice on what I could do in this situation? KELLY, VIA EMAIL. A I sympathise with you. The constant vet bills drain my bank balance. My friend gets his dog’s medication cheaper online, or you could talk to the vet about the charges. Perhaps you could…

Since she first moved in to Summer Bay 20 years ago, Leah Patterson has been at the heart of some of Home and Away’s most memorable storylines – everything from the deaths of her first two beloved husbands Vinnie (Ryan Kwanten) and Dan (Tim Campbell) to suffering a  brain aneurysm following a horror bus crash, and even giving birth as a surrogate mother to Sally’s (Kate Ritchie) daughter Pippa. However, none of Leah’s storylines have been more dramatic than the one currently unfolding on our screens. Certainly, for Leah’s hugely popular portrayer Ada Nicodemou, bringing the  latest episodes to life has been an unforgettable experience. “I’ve never been one of those actors who have felt like I have to stay in a character, but I did when I was filming…

Dog lovers are sure to be in heaven when new reality program Pooch Perfect hits our screens this week. Judge Amber Lewin tells New Idea all about her experience working on the show and meeting a Hollywood actress. How did you get into dog styling? My mum had a dog salon when I was younger, and I used to help out. But I never wanted to be a dog groomer originally; it wasn’t until I tried it, then I loved it! Were you nervous about working alongside Hollywood actress Rebel Wilson on the show? No, she was so down to earth and lovely. She actually took me out on her boat one day, and we saw the zoo and the Opera House and the bridge. I would love to bring…

She may be 50 but J.Lo is certainly rocking her body! Sharing a picture of herself in a tiny white bikini, the singer showed off her amazing abs and svelte physique to her fans. Kourtney Kardashian had only one word to say in the comments: “Damn.” J.Lo keeps her body looking youthful with a strict diet, no alcohol and lots of dancing! “Dance has always been a huge part of my life and taking the time to move my body and do something that’s so good for me is key to my happiness. And I really believe that when you take care of yourself and work to stay healthy, you’re better able to take care of those you love. So working out is definitely a priority for me,” she says.…