Innholdsfortegnelse for 13 April 2020 i New Idea

It seems Osher Günsburg made quite the impression on Network 10 bosses when he stepped in to host the Survivor finale in place of Jonathan LaPaglia. Insiders tell New Idea that while The Bachelor and Bachelorette have suspended filming due to COVID-19, Survivor is in full swing for the next season. “Osher gets this gig as they cannot do Bachelor or Bacherlorette at the moment due to the intimacy factor and they need a new Survivor to start filming soon,” the source dishes. “The finale was Osher’s Survivor audition and Jonathan is also not in favour with the producers and networks. They were not happy he went to the press announcing it won’t be shot in Australia as they have to wait for him to return from LA. “It will…

Supermodel Jennifer Hawkins has given the world a rare glimpse behind the scenes of her new life with her baby girl Frankie and husband Jake Wall. In a breathtaking photo shoot with marie claire, Jen, 36, opened up about raising her 5-month-old daughter and her private struggle with fertility. “I love it. The whole experience of motherhood – the birth, then learning to breastfeed – there’s just so much personal growth,” Jen says. “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done. I feel more content than I’ve ever been.” Sadly, it wasn’t an easy journey to motherhood for Jen, whose first pregnancy ended in a miscarriage two years ago. “It was really hard. We’d been trying the year before, then fell pregnant, then had a miscarriage,” Jen says. “It wasn’t like…

Eden Dally and Cyrell Paule have revealed the truth behind their explosive fight that resulted in an AVO (Anti Violence Order) served against the former MAFS star. After a neighbour heard the pair engaged in a “screaming match” on March 28, police attended Eden’s home in Drummoyne and served the papers to Cyrell. Speaking to New Idea,  Eden says their argument was the result of being stuck inside due to COVID-19. “This coronavirus has been driving us crazy, so it's been making us fight because we can't leave the house. “We had an argument, it was a screaming match, and unfortunately the police were made aware of it,” Eden says. “There was no violence. I never feared for my safety.”…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge gave a rare glimpse into their home offices last week. Taking to Instagram, Kate and William shared a series of snaps featuring them hard at work amid the coronavirus crisis. The pictures feature the royals at their respective desks in conversation on the phone. William’s office features a large marble fireplace and ornate lamp. Meanwhile, Kate’s office has a large brown wooden desk that she has decorated with books. The pictures were released to raise awareness for the work they are doing with mental health charities amid the global pandemic. “Self-isolation and social distancing can pose huge challenges to our mental health,” the caption read. This comes as the couple have stepped up their duties due to Charles’ diagnosis. With him recovering in Scotland,…

After relocating to Los Angeles, Meghan Markle has immediately set the wheels in motion for a Hollywood comeback – and she’s hoping to enlist high-profile pals such as Angelina Jolie and Tom Cruise to make her dreams come true! According to a Hollywood insider, Meghan, 38, has set her sights on having Ange as a mentor. “It’s an open secret Meghan’s aspired to be like Ange for many years, just like she’s so in awe of Princess Diana.” Meghan is said to be impressed by Angelina’s ability to combine a celebrity profile with humanitarian endeavours, just as Meghan’s late mother-in-law did. “Meghan has so much respect for Ange and everything she’s achieved on a personal level as well as professionally,” the source tells New Idea. “Her work for good causes…

Michael Goonan may have fallen hard and fast for his TV bride, Stacey Hampton, but their turbulent relationship fell apart shortly after Married at First Sight wrapped up. Now, in a New Idea exclusive, the controversial groom and his new girlfriend – MAFS co-star KC Osborne, Drew Brauer’s former bride – open up about how they fell for each other. How long have you two been seeing each other? MICHAEL Five weeks. Only our close family and friends have known about us. How did you keep your romance under wraps? MICHAEL With great difficulty! We caught separate flights to the same location, walked in public separately and dated behind closed doors. KC There’s a wine bar near Michael’s house where we’d go and share a cheese platter and wine in…

Sarah Robinson knew how curious her 1-year-old daughter, Evie, could be. The safety-conscious mum installed latches on all kitchen cupboards and even replaced her oven for one that locked to make sure her Brisbane home was as child-proof as possible. When it came to her kitchen, the 31-year-old mum was convinced her benchtop was safe for the time being. After all, she hadn’t seen Evie – then aged 17 months – be able to reach anything on top of it before. When she did, it was all too late. On the evening of October 16 last year, Sarah, a full-time working mum, was preparing a bowl of homemade raspberry jelly for partner Chris, 39, to take to work the following day. It was something she had done every day since…

Familicide is a particularly heinous brand of crime where a person kills their family in a murder or a murder-suicide. Research shows it’s often men who commit these killings, and often following a history of domestic violence, depression and the fear their partner is going to leave them. “There isn’t one type of person who kills his family,” Dr Katherine Ramsland, professor of forensic psychology and criminal justice at DeSales University, told A&E Real Crime blog. “In general, these men are fragile and unable to cope with humiliation. They’re unable to make appropriate decisions when burdened by anxiety, rage or depression. “Men in our culture are trained to believe they’re [the] breadwinners. They’re considered the primary caretaker in terms of making sure their children have resources and enough to eat,…

Spicy Chicken Satay Noodle Salad Serves 6, Prep and Cook: 45 mins 250g packet pad Thai noodles 2 x 250g chicken breast fillets, trimmed ½ small pineapple (700g), peeled, quartered, cored 2 Lebanese cucumbers, trimmed, halved lengthways, sliced 100g mixed salad leaves, washed 1 cup flaked coconut, toasted 1 cup firmly packed fresh coriander leaves ½ cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves SATAY DRESSING ¹/ ³ cup coconut milk ¼ cup yellow curry paste ¼ cup crunchy peanut butter ¼ cup lemon juice 2 tblsps fish sauce 1 Place noodles in a large heatproof bowl. Cover with hot tap water. Stand for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain well. Cut into shorter lengths using kitchen scissors. 2 Meanwhile, place chicken in a medium…

4-Ingredient Choc Hazelnut Meringues Makes 12, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 35 mins 4 egg whites, at room temperature 1 cup caster sugar ½ cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread 1 Place 12 paper cases on a large oven tray. 2 Beat egg whites in a large bowl of an electric mixer until frothy. With motor operating, gradually beat in sugar, 1 tblsp at a time, until dissolved. Continue to beat for a further 2 minutes, or until mixture is thick and glossy. Stir in hazelnuts. Swirl through spread to create a marbled effect. 3 Divide meringue evenly among paper cases. 4 Cook in a very slow oven (120C) for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until dry and crisp. Turn off oven. Cool meringues completely…

To prevent meat from stewing so it browns well and achieves a great flavour, try these tips: • Slice meat across the grain into thin slices so it cooks quickly. • Remove meat from fridge about 20 minutes before cooking to allow it to come closer to room temperature. • Toss meat strips in a little oil, instead of adding oil to the wok or pan. • Make sure the wok or frying pan is hot before adding the meat. • Always stir-fry meat in small batches of about 250g. • Add the meat, spreading it over the base and up the side of wok. Leave it for about 30 seconds so it browns on one side, before stir-frying. Meat is cooked as soon as the redness has gone.…

The problem with renovating, I’ve learned, is not the tradespeople or bad weather but the renovator themselves. And I speak from experience! You see, I’m building a new home and the single biggest problem in the whole equation is me. In short, I can’t stick to a style. Months ago, I’d settled on ‘coastal contemporary’, but then I’d see a lovely French provincial kitchen pop up in my Pinterest suggestions and suddenly find myself fantasising about that. Then around Christmas, I saw a friend’s new renovation and was completely captivated by her Moroccan accents. What had started as a firm idea of the aesthetics, now looked like I’d thrown a homewares magazine in a blender. Fortunately, I discovered a tip to get me back on track – the flat lay.…

Q I don’t feel like an equal in my marriage. My husband makes fun of how my gender is inferior to his. He thinks it’s just playful humour, but I find it hurtful as I already suffer this in my workplace. How do I navigate this? MANDY VIA, EMAIL. A I am appalled at your situation. Time to speak up about this offensive behaviour. What is bugging your workmates? Do they think they are superior to you? Have you offended anyone? I doubt it. If your colleagues make you feel uncomfortable tell them not to be so disagreeable. It’s hurtful and must make you dread work. This is harassment and should be reported to your boss or HR. Your husband may think it’s funny to make you feel inferior; it’s…

It’s been more than a decade since McLeod’s Daughters favourite Rachael Carpani filmed her final scene as the show’s beloved Jodi Fountain. And since farewelling Drovers Run, the talented actress has been anything but idle. Over the past 10 years, Sydney-born Rachael, 39, has notched up a diverse range of roles in everything from TV dramas 800 Words and NCIS: Los Angeles to the new films The Way Back, starring Ben Affleck, and The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee with Paul Hogan. Now dividing her time between Australia and Los Angeles, the gorgeous star shares her life in 10 pictures. “I had a very idyllic childhood. We always went on family holidays and, in the early days, they always involved the Kombi van and camping. Here I am with my mum,…

DVD JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL In this sequel to the reboot of the 1990s adventure film, new cast members Danny DeVito and Danny Glover find  themselves whisked into the game, with hilarious results. OUT WEDNESDAY BOOK THE BEAUTIFUL MOTHER BY KATHERINE SCHOLES What better way to escape our homes during this self-isolation period than by reading a good book? Essie lives in an archaeologist’s camp in a remote part of Tanzania when a chance encounter leads her to be given a little girl to care for until the rains arrive. But, will she be able to hand back baby Mara when the time comes? This novel is full of heart and emotion, so make yourself a cup of tea, and get comfy, because you won’t want to put it down.…

Heidi Klum has made a dig at her ex-husband Seal, saying that with her new husband, Tom Kaulitz, she feels she has a “partner for the first time”. “I had a very busy year last year,” she said. “It’s been amazing. I met my husband two years ago. It’s like I have a partner for the first time. “If I have troubles or I’m trying to figure something out, he’s an amazing listener and it’s just amazing to have a partner. I’m just a much happier person.” Heidi added: “For the first time, I have a partner who I can discuss everything with. Someone who shares duties that we all have in our life. I used to be on my own with everything.”…

Ronan Keating has revealed his wife Storm has given birth to a beautiful baby girl named Coco. Sharing a stunning pic of all three of them to Instagram, the singer captioned the post: “Hello world. Spreading some good cheer at this time with the announcement of the safe delivery of our little girl Coco Knox Keating.” The Irish pop crooner added that the birth went well and their gorgeous daughter came into the world without any hiccups. “Calmly arrived on 27/3/20. Mama & Baba are rocking #HappyTimes #KeatingClan #BabyKeating.”…

Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of singing legend Elvis Presley, was spotted out and about grocery shopping in Los Angeles while looking a little worse for wear. The 52-year-old singer-songwriter has reportedly been struggling to cope following her 2016 split from ex-husband Michael Lockwood and the ensuing custody battle for her children, with her mental health reaching a new low. Insiders say friends and family are concerned the mother of four – who shares 11-year-old twins Harper and Finley with Michael – is spiralling to a dark place. “Lisa Marie is in a terrible place both physically and emotionally and it’s been this way for a long time,” an insider tells New Idea. “Even before the divorce [from Michael Lockwood] turned toxic she was struggling, but over the past…

Heather Locklear was spotted out of hiding alongside her boyfriend Chris Heisser and her daughter Ava Sambora as they took a stroll in Westlake Village in California. “It was one of the first sunny days in a while,” an onlooker spilled to DailyMailTV. “A lot of people were out trying to escape quarantine ‘cabin fever’.” Heather has had a rough couple of years after pleading no contest to fighting with police and medical professionals last August. In June 2018, the actress was arrested after guzzling a bottle of tequila and crashing her car. As a consequence, she was sentenced to 30 days in rehab. As part of her probation, the star must continue on an out-patient treatment program and submit a report every 90 to 120 days. In May she…

His 80th birthday party may have been cancelled due to the coronavirus, but veteran TV presenter Tony Barber could soon have something else to celebrate. Speaking exclusively to New Idea, the former Sale of the Century host says he is keen to return to our screens – and he isn’t going to let his age get in the way. “Of course, I’d love to host another TV quiz show. I might be 80, but I’m certainly not out. In the meantime I love playing quiz games with my Facebook followers ” Tony says happily. As for his quiet 80th birthday celebrations, Tony says it was a sweet but low-key affair. “They say 80 is the new 40, and I don’t feel a day over 79,” laughs the former quiz master.…

When news broke that Prince Charles had tested positive for coronavirus, there was one Australian man who was a lot more interested than many others. Queensland father and grandfather Simon Dorante-Day claims that Charles and wife Camilla are his parents, and has launched an unprecedented legal battle to prove it. However, no evidence has been produced to date to confirm his claims. But while Simon and his Australian wife, Dr Elvianna Dorante-Day, were obviously shocked to hear the news, they weren’t surprised. Speaking to New Idea, Simon says: “Elvie and I think Charles and the royal family – especially Her Majesty and Philip – should have been isolated a lot earlier. “I can’t believe they were out and about for that long, knowing the health risks and how the situation…

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have wasted no time establishing their LA life since stepping down as senior royals. According to insiders, the couple have “narrowed down their house hunt to Bel Air and Malibu”. The former royals are reportedly leaning towards the beach-side city. But the source says the pair also have concerns about the pollution levels due to the high volume of passing traffic. “[It] really comes down to a coin toss, ultimately, because they liked Bel Air and Malibu fairly equally,” the source says. Proximity to their  A-list pals is also believed to be a consideration. “From Malibu, they are on their way to Oprah’s place in Montecito, plus the Clooneys aren’t too far and there are other pals from Soho House circles who are just down…

DAVID LANDS NEW JOB AND GIRLFRIEND After being slammed by his experimental wife Hayley Vernon for his $25 an hour wage as a truck driver, David Cannon is having the last laugh. New Idea hears that just a few months after filming ended, he landed himself a fancy new corporate job with an annual salary of more $100,000. And it seems he’s also found love, with David sharing a series of photos on Instagram of himself with his new partner. ‘I GAINED 10KG AND A $40,000 DEBT!’ Mishel Meshes claims the show “wasn’t a great experience” and she gained 10kg in the process. “We were sitting around eating all the time because we were so bored,” she says. “If I did a before and after it would look terrible.” She…

1 WHICH ROYAL HOUSE DOES QUEEN ELIZABETH II BELONG TO? A. Sussex B. Cambridge C. Buckingham D. Windsor 2 PRINCESS DIANA’S TRAGIC DEATH ROCKED THE WORLD, BUT WHICH OTHER ROYAL ALSO DIED DUE TO A CAR CRASH? A. Elizabeth I B. Grace, Princess of Monaco C. King George VI D. Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden 3 WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE SYDNEY PUB WHERE MARY DONALDSON MET HER FUTURE HUSBAND, CROWN PRINCE FREDERIK OF DENMARK? A. The Sheaf B. The Lord Nelson Brewery C. The Slip Inn D. The Edinburgh Castle 4 WHICH OF THESE SPORTY BRITISH ROYALS HAS WON AN OLYMPIC MEDAL? A. Sophie, Countess of Wessex B. Zara Tindall C. Duchess Catherine D. Princess Anne 5 IN 2011, WHERE DID PRINCE WILLIAM AND CATHERINE MIDDLETON GET MARRIED?…

Mark, 56, and Becca Keeley, 21, met five years ago at a rock’n’roll concert, when Becca was aged just 16. But despite not everyone approving, the couple tied the knot in 2018 and now have a daughter of their own. Becca is also happily adapting to life as a step-gran to Mark’s granddaughter, Mollie, 7 months – while being six years younger than the eldest of her husband’s four children from a previous relationship, Aaron, 27, Jake, 21, Luke, 16 and Emma, 13. “We always laugh because I’m probably the youngest nan in the UK,” Becca tells New Idea. “I became a step-nan before I was 21, and my daughter, Presley, was an aunt before she was even born.” Becca, who welcomed her 5-month-old daughter Presley last October, is thrilled…

Pancake Puff Creations Makes 24, Prep and Cook: 30 mins Melted butter, for greasing Dark Choc Bits, M&M’s Minis, fresh blueberries, sliced fresh strawberries, edible cake decorating sprinkles, to decorate 375g bottle original pancake shake 1 cup buttermilk 2 eggs 50g unsalted butter, melted 2 tsps vanilla extract Maple syrup, to serve 1 Grease two x 12-hole round-based patty pans (1½-tblsp capacity) with melted butter. 2 Divide chocolates, fruit and sprinkles among separate small bowls. 3 Empty the dry pancake mix into a large bowl. Make well in the centre. Add buttermilk, eggs, butter and vanilla. Whisk to form a smooth, thick batter. 4 Spoon about 1 heaped tablespoon of batter into each prepared pan hole. Sprinkle each with either chocolates, fruit or sprinkles. 5 Cook in a moderate oven…

Crunchie Cheesecake Easter Trifle Serves 10 to 12, Prep: 30 mins 450g lamington sponge roll ¹/ ³ cup butterscotch-flavoured liqueur 1 cup thick chocolate custard 250g punnet fresh strawberries, hulled, halved 300ml tub thickened cream 125g bag Crunchie Easter eggs, unwrapped Sliced Crunchie bar and chocolate-flavoured syrup, to decorate FILLING 2 x 250g blocks cream cheese, chopped, at room temperature ¹/ ³ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 tsps vanilla extract 300ml tub thickened cream 2 x 50g Crunchie bars, chopped 1 To make filling, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in a large bowl of an electric mixer until smooth. Pour in cream. Beat until thickened. Fold through chocolate bars. 2 Cut sponge roll into nine x 2cm thick slices. Arrange six slices, with cut-side facing outwards, around the…

With blockbusters such as The Man from Snowy River and Phar Lap under his belt and acting credits that have seen him share screen space with the likes of Carrie Fisher and Kirk Douglas, Tom Burlinson has had an enviable career. The showbiz triple-threat takes New Idea on a stroll down memory lane, and through four decades of stage and screen success. THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER, 1982 When Tom signed on to play the lead role of Jim Craig, he had no idea that his life would change forever. In a drama where horses feature centre stage, however, there was one big setback: Tom couldn’t ride. Producers had to hire a trainer to teach him. And while Tom was new to the big screen, he was starring opposite…

COURTENEY COX Friends actress Courteney is staying holed up at her cliffside retreat in Malibu, where she lives with teenage daughter Coco and rock star partner Johnny McDaid. The 55-year-old’s compound by the beach features a swimming pool, a large tennis court and a custom-built outdoors seating area complete with gas fire-pit. RUSSELL CROWE The Gladiator star has experience weathering the storm in his 320-hectare country property. The actor’s huge rural retreat in northern NSW’s Nana Glen was damaged during the bushfires that ravaged Australia last year. Russell’s ranch includes a private chalet, a full-size rugby and cricket pitch, and a lap pool. JAMIE FOXX Oscar winner Jamie lives in an eco-friendly Mediterranean-style villa in Hidden Valley, California. The property features a full-size basketball court complete with bleachers. Party lover…

While the coronavirus outbreak has led to the production of many popular TV shows being halted, one that remains unaffected by the new restrictions is Gogglebox. Production of Gogglebox will go ahead as usual and a one-off celebrity special is also in the works, featuring Aussie celebs such as Jackie O and Sophie Monk. Shane Warne, Schapelle Corby and Hamish Blake are also in talks to appear. “It was something that was already in the works before coronavirus, but producers think it’s an even better idea now,” an insider dishes. “They are even considering making it a complete season.”…

Just days after Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell tied the knot in a private ceremony, the newlyweds are now planning for another celebration – the birth of their first child. “FOR BINDI ... HONOURING HIM IN THIS WAY WOULD MEAN THE WORLD TO HER” “Bindi and Chandler are beyond excited they’re going to be parents soon and are going all-out with the planning,” reveals a source. According to the insider, the young couple are now installing a state-of-the art nursery at their home in the Australia Zoo compound and making sure it’s as animal themed as possible. “That includes painting the walls with their favourite animals – virtually every creature that’s housed in the zoo will be included and an abundance of crocodiles, wild birds, koalas and snakes,” the source…

It’s the global pandemic that’s thrown the royal establishment into turmoil across the globe. And in the wake of the news that Prince Charles is among the latest victims of COVID-19, the Danish monarchy has been left with no option but to take precautions to protect its own royal family – with heir Crown Prince Frederik and his wife Crown Princess Mary stepping up to take over the throne. It’s thought Frederik and Mary will take over the Queen of Denmark’s royal duties as the virus continues to spread, especially now that people over 70 years old are becoming increasingly vulnerable. “Margrethe is 79, and it’s crucial she is well taken care of,” royal reporter Jacob Heinel Jensen tells New Idea. “You have to remember that she’s also a smoker,…

The Markle family are again lashing out following new claims that Meghan Markle has not reached out to her father during the coronavirus crisis. In yet another explosive interview, Thomas Markle, 53, has claimed that his half-sister is still yet to check in on their 75-year-old father, Thomas Markle Sr. It comes just days after it was revealed that Meghan’s father-in-law, Prince Charles, is no longer in self-isolation after he had symptoms and tested positive for the life-threatening COVID-19 last month. “Meghan has not called [Dad] to ask how he is,” says Thomas. “It’s really, really, absurd.” Thomas, who insists he is in daily contact with their Mexico-based father, believes Meghan has shown zero concern for their elderly father. “SHE HAS MADE NO EFFORT TO FIND OUT HOW HE IS…

With almost 20 years’ experience in the health and fitness industry, and as the founder of Australia’s number one at-home fitness program, it’s clear that former Bachelor Sam Wood is genuinely passionate about helping others get in shape. Now a member of the team on Seven’s Better Homes and Gardens as the lifestyle show’s new health and fitness expert, the 39-year-old dad believes that it’s vital to stay active and safe during the COVID-19 shutdown. Sam – who shares his home with wife Snezana, 39, and their three girls, 8-month-old Charlie, Willow, 2, and Eve, 14, Snez’s daughter from a previous relationship – reveals his motivational tips for working out during these unprecedented times. And as Sam says: “Let’s stay healthy, stay strong and get through this together.” Why do…

It’s a move no-one saw coming – one team on House Rules: High Stakes will walk away from the show. This year, contestants are surprised by the penthouse challenge that will see two teams sent home in an elimination. While most of the teams are shocked and overwhelmed by the twist, one team is furious, and decide they don’t want any part of it, and will quit. Host Jamie Durie is immediately called in to deal with the fallout. “I have never seen this. No team has ever walked away,” says Jamie. But, has the team really left the show for good? Or will they decide to give it their best shot and stay in the game?…

It’s been 13 years since British toddler Madeleine McCann’s parents tucked her into bed, kissed her goodnight and headed to a nearby restaurant for dinner. The 3-year-old girl, on holiday with her family in a Portuguese seaside resort, was never seen again, thus sparking one of the world’s most headline-grabbing crime mysteries. Was she killed, or kidnapped? Why has she never been found, dead or alive? Despite police investigations that continue to this day, Madeleine’s disappearance remains unsolved. Photos of her sweet face framed in blonde hair, and a distinctive enlarged pupil in one eye, appeared around the globe, as her desperate parents, Kate and Gerry, begged people to help find their child. “Every parent in the universe could relate to the torment her mother and father were feeling,” says…

Blueberry and Lemon Poppyseed Muffins Makes 12, Prep and Cook: 35 mins ½ cup Greek yoghurt ¼ cup milk 1 tblsp poppy seeds 1¾ cups self-raising flour ¾ cup caster sugar 125g unsalted butter, melted, cooled 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 tsp finely grated lemon rind 125g punnet fresh blueberries LEMON ICING ¾ cup icing sugar mixture 3-4 tsps lemon juice 1 Line a 12-hole muffin pan (¹/³ -cup capacity) with paper muffin wraps. 2 Stir yoghurt and milk into poppy seeds in a bowl. 3 Combine flour and sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre. Add butter, eggs, rind and yoghurt mixture. Stir until just combined. Fold in half the blueberries. 4 Divide evenly among paper wraps in pan. Sprinkle with remaining blueberries. 5 Cook…

Q What is XO sauce? JASON, VIA EMAIL. A Named after XO cognac to symbolise wealth and status, this savoury, relish-style sauce is generally made from fresh and dried chillies, shallots, garlic, dried scallops, dried prawns and Jinhua ham. Other ingredients are often added, plus recipes can change slightly in different regions. It’s used in Asian-style stir-fries, noodle and rice dishes. It has a chilli, seafood flavour with a salty ham finish that will give dishes a real savoury or meaty’ lift. Available in jars from Asian grocers and the Asian aisle of most major supermarkets.…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A family conversation will be emotional and meaningful. Supporting a family member through a challenging situation or undertaking will take a super effort and sensitive family issues will need thoughtful handling. A caring gesture from another will reach out to you over Easter, and an informative exchange will point the way with exciting personal plans. Watch that spontaneous spending. LUCKY NUMBERS: 5, 7, 29 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 A task you’ve been deferring could suddenly become urgent – get set to tackle it with gusto! A health matter or helping someone close with their health, diet or fitness goals will require a consistent effort. A prickly family difference will need gentle defusing, and keeping a promise will be a genuine labour of…

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. THE WEEKEND AWAY I love visiting England; the sense of history in the air, ancient stories at every turn – and all of those haunted houses! So, naturally, when Rebecca Coomes wrote to tell me about a haunting she experienced during a long weekend away in the city of Bath, my curiosity was piqued. “As soon as I arrived I felt an overwhelming negative energy about the house,” says Rebecca, host of The Healthy…

Despite being together for an epic 37 years, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell have not yet married. But insiders are now saying they’re finally ready to tie the knot! “They just want a small, very intimate spiritual ceremony in their own backyard with their beloved dogs, and just their kids present for a real homey atmosphere,” a source said. “Goldie wants her spiritual guru to perform the ceremony. Goldie and Kurt realise they’re getting on in years and want to have this experience together with their family who they love so much. “They never minded being this hippie, free-spirited couple but they feel an obligation to do this for their kids and set a good example for the grandkids.” Previously Goldie was adamant she would not marry saying: “I already…