Innholdsfortegnelse for 18-Nov-2024 i Woman

1998 Ben Shephard After aspiring to be an actor while at university, Ben found his calling in broadcasting. In 1998 he appeared on The Big Breakfast before moving to ITV, where he has stayed ever since, with roles hosting Good Morning Britain and, more recently, This Morning. You’d barely know almost three decades have passed since Ben, 49, got his big break! 1995 Carol Vorderman Countdown queen Carol joined the show at its inception in 1982 and stayed there until 2008. Since then she’s been a Loose Women panellist and had multiple radio shows, but the biggest difference since her early days is her appearance. After ditching her 1980s hairdo for long blonde locks, Carol, 63, has become one of television’s most glamorous faces. 1999 Holly Willoughby In 1995, a…

SPARKLE AND SHINE Whether you opt for a mini style like Davina or prefer a longer length, a sparkly dress is a must-have! Sequins are timeless, making them a year-round staple worth investing in. To elevate your look, choose a tonal colour palette for an effortlessly luxurious feel. Finish with a chic cream coat. RENT FOR THAT SPECIAL LOOK If you’re after new ways to update your wardrobe, or dream of wearing designer clothes without the steep price tag, consider using a rental platform. This sustainable approach lets you enjoy high-end fashion while reducing waste and saving money, making it a smart and stylish choice for any event. BROWN IS THE NEW BLACK Effortlessly tap into two of the season’s biggest trends by styling this sleek, strapless brown dress with striking leopard-print…

Puzzles and stars ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr There’s a chance you might have forgotten a payment or are about to make a financial flub. So, first thing Monday, do your sums and monitor accounts thereafter. For your reading ☎09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May The only Full Moon in Taurus takes place on Friday, inspiring completion. Whether or not you’re expecting a happy ending, there’s an element of surprise in the mix. For your reading ☎09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun You may feel it’s taken forever for something to happen, so that you can finally move forward. That time may well be now, and once one thing changes, everything changes. For your reading ☎09058 172559 CANCER 23 Jun – 23 Jul A gestation…

Columnist PERHAPS YOU’RE A GENIUS AFTER ALL My mother once described me as a ‘frivolous lightweight’. A polite way of calling me the dunce of the family. She met my father at Cambridge University and my older brother followed in their footsteps. But I was always proud to be the ‘frivolous lightweight’. After all, my mother has been known to wear socks and sandals – a crime I will never need punishing for. Recently, though, I’ve been wondering if Mother didn’t know best. Perhaps I am a genius after all? Psychologists have linked certain social indicators to being an intellectual. For example, I’ve long been an insomniac. I assumed this was down to my neurotic temperament – prone to worrying and self-criticism. But, behold! Psychologists link sleep deprivation to overthinking…

CHERYL LEANS ON SIMON Pop singer Cheryl has reportedly turned to former The X Factor co-star Simon Cowell for support following the tragic death of Liam Payne, dad to her seven-year-old son Bear. A source revealed, ‘Simon and Cheryl have been friends for over 20 years and she knows she can put her trust in him. Simon will do whatever he can for Cheryl. He wants to support her and Bear through this awful time.’ In a statement about Liam’s death, Cheryl, 41, heartbreakingly said, ‘Liam was not only a pop star and celebrity, he was a son, a brother, an uncle, a dear friend and a father to our seven-year-old son. A son that now has to face the reality of never seeing his father again.’ ‘Terrified’ Coleen Loose…

Exciting news – No7 has just launched a brand-new make-up range, inspired by professional make-up artists. It’s a beautifully curated 12-piece collection, ideal for getting you glammed up this party season. You’ll find everything from velvety lipsticks, creamy bronzers, eyeshadow palettes and setting powder, all with a seriously luxe look. If you’re searching for a designer-inspired make-up range to gift or to treat yourself this Christmas, look no further.…

Pulled pork tacos This Mexican-style meal can easily be scaled up to feed a crowd. SERVES 6 PREP 30 MINS, PLUS OVERNIGHT MARINATING COOK 3 HRS ✱ 4 garlic cloves, peeled✱ 1tbsp salt✱ 1tbsp dried oregano✱ 1½tsp ground cinnamon✱ 1tsp ground cumin✱ Juice 2 limes, plus wedges to serve✱ 1kg piece boneless pork shoulder✱ Juice 1 orange✱ 2 bay leaves✱ ¼tsp freshly ground black pepper✱ 2tbsp olive oil✱ 2tbsp clear honey✱ 12 small tortilla wraps, warmed✱ Soured cream, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, coriander leaves, to serve 1 Whizz the garlic, salt, oregano, spices, and lime juice in a blender to form a paste. Put the pork in a ceramic dish, rub over the paste, then cover and chill overnight. 2 Bring the pork to room temperature for 1 hr.…

Columnist THE REASONS BEHIND THE SUSSEXES’ NEW MOVE I must admit, the news that Harry and Meghan have reportedly bought a new home in Portugal really took me by surprise. Are they moving? Is one of them moving? No, not quite (yet…). Apparently, they’ve bought a holiday home, just 90 minutes south of Lisbon, to add to their property portfolio – which also comprises their £11 million Montecito mansion where the couple live with children Archie, five, and Lilibet, three. The main reasons for doing so, I’m told, are two-fold. First, they were introduced to the uber-exclusive CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club by Harry’s bestie and cousin Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank, who live there part of the year. Perhaps Jack, who works in sales and marketing for…

JD WILLIAMS Whether you’re looking for a glamorous evening ensemble, relaxed yet chic winter wear, or metallic accessories to complete your look, JD Williams has you covered. With inclusive sizing, everyone can find something special, making it easy to feel comfortable and confident. SIZES 10-32 MATALAN With a variety of on-trend options designed for the holiday season, Matalan has a fabulous choice of pieces to make dressing up both stress-free and fun. This gorgeous green satin skirt is a standout piece for £20. SIZES 8-22 V BY VERY Get your Christmassy fashion fix online at Very. From on-trend prints to rich velvets and dazzling sequins, the range is packed with affordable items that will elevate your wardrobe. With everything you need just a click away, you can effortlessly shop from…

How to lower your cholesterol Cholesterol is a fatty substance (known as a lipid) and helps make hormones, cell membranes and vitamin D. It’s absolutely vital. Cholesterol is made in the liver and carried in the bloodstream in the form of lipoproteins. There are low-density lipoproteins (LDL) known as the ‘bad cholesterol’, because it can contribute to plaque building up in arteries and is therefore linked to heart attacks and strokes, and high-density lipoproteins (HDL), which is the ‘good’ stuff. Time for my no-nonsense hat. If you have high overall cholesterol then the first focus should be to lower the LDL. If our HDL is high, but our LDL is also high, we can’t be content with that. The work we do must focus on reducing the LDL. To do…

Health and wellbeing Why it’s not too late to get a flu jab Getting protected is quick, simple and could save your festive celebrations… Shall I start with some bad news? The UK flu season usually peaks in December and January – just in time to ruin your Christmas festivities and, potentially, the new year celebrations. The good news is there’s still time to protect you and your loved ones by getting an annual flu jab. Most of us will proclaim to have had flu at some point, but while some of you may have felt extremely poorly, you may actually have had a bad cold. I can assure you that flu (a virus spread by air droplets or even surface contact) is far worse and will likely at best…

DEAL OF THE WEEK Get a £20 M&S voucher with SIM-only upgrade orders at mobiles.co.uk. VALID FROM 12 NOVEMBER TO 31 DECEMBER 2024 OR WHILE STOCK LASTS. T&CS APPLY. UK ONLY FINANCIAL FIRST AID Mind the NI gap If you’ve had a career break to raise children you may not have kept up with National Insurance payments. As this can affect your state pension entitlement, check how much you’ve paid (or National Insurance credits you’ve received if you couldn’t work) at gov.uk/check-national-insurance-record. If you have any payment gaps, you may benefit from paying voluntary contributions to fill them. Visit moneyhelper.org.uk or call 0800 011 3797 for specialist help. JARGON BUSTER What is compound interest? ‘It’s when you are paid interest on the interest you’ve already earned. It can make a…

Christmas is a really special time for my boyfriend Elliott and me. I love filling our home with traditional decorations and twinkly fairy lights. When I think back to what a poor state the house was in when we bought it, though, it’s hard to believe it’s even the same place. Taking on a challenge When we bought this house in May 2018, it was pretty much uninhabitable. We knew we weren’t going to be able to move in straight away and that it would need some work. Within an hour of getting the keys, we were ripping up mouldy carpets and peeling off stained wallpaper that we think must have been a good 50 years old. Despite its poor state, we’d fallen in love with the house and lots…

IF YOU LOVE TO WIN PRIZES THEN VISIT comps.womanmagazine.co.uk What do actors Scarlett Johansson and Martine McCutcheon have in common? To find out, solve the crossword then read down the shaded squares to find the five-word answer. ACROSS 1 Punctuation mark (5)4 Organ of smell (4)6 Three-sided shape (8)13 Progress (7)14 Public concert (7)15 Garden pest with a shell (5)16 Goals (4)17 Pressed clothes (6)18 Pieces of written work (6)20 Large military vehicle (4)21 Precise (5)22 Bookworm (6)25 Look similar to (8)28 Handy (6)30 Large Greek island (5)32 Flourishing (8)34 _ Bull, film starring Robert De Niro (6)35 Danny _, host of game show The Wall (4)38 Shouted (6)39 Take place (5)40 Notion, idea (6)43 Put under ground (4)44 Easily frightened person (6)45 At the present time (8)48 Slack (5)49…

Mel Giedroyc is among the hosts of this year’s Children in Need telethon, which aims to raise life-changing funds for children and young people across the UK. Joining the comedian and presenter for the Friday-night charity event are Ade Adepitan, Rochelle Humes, Chris Ramsey, Lenny Rush and Vernon Kay. Here, she reveals more… This is your eighth year presenting the show. What do you enjoy most about being part of Children in Need? It’s the incredible feeling in the studio of everybody coming together. That’s what it is all about. It brings out the best in everyone, and it is unique. It helps so many kids in so many different ways. It is loved, very, very special and must be protected at all costs. It’s one of my favourite ‘work’…

TITANIC 1997 Who could forget his iconic role in Titanic. At 23, the part of Jack Dawson made him one of the world’s most famous faces. As the penniless artist who wins the heart of first-class passenger Rose (Kate Winslet), his line ‘I’m the king of the world!’ has since gone down in movie history. The two actors reunited in 2008’s Revolutionary Road to once again play tragic lovers. ROMEO + JULIET 1996 Before he set sail on the Titanic, Leo had audiences swooning as one half of Shakespeare’s doomed lovers, opposite Claire Danes. Baz Luhrmann’s modern-day retelling was a huge hit, with Leo swiftly branded a heartthrob. But co-star Miriam Margolyes later claimed he was smelly during filming! Leo reunited with director Baz for The Great Gatsby in 2013.…