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Reese Witherspoon You’d never guess that the first picture was taken when Reese was 26. Now 49, how does she stay so young? ‘I eat well the majority of the week… [then] I get my cheat day, where I eat as much cake and pizza as I want,’ she says. Elizabeth Hurley Elizabeth Hurley arguably looks even better now than she did at 29. The model and actor has just turned 60 so, astonishingly, there are 31 years between these pictures. No wonder boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus is smitten. Beyoncé Is it just us or is Beyoncé ageing backwards? At 43, we think she looks younger than she did in the ‘before’ photo, taken 11 years ago when she was 32. If you didn’t know better, you could mistake the…

Temperatures are rising and we’re not just talking about the weather! We’ve officially hit the sexiest season, when global research suggests it’s the best time of the year to be single. So it comes as no surprise that interest in divorce lawyers hit 30,600 online searches in June 2024, a 13% jump from January. But what’s caused this spike in couples calling it quits in summer? ‘As the summer months continue and levels of daylight increase, the brain produces less melatonin and more serotonin, making people feel happier and perhaps less reliant on their partner for their emotional support,’ explains divorce advisor Launi Sheldon. Relationship experts say that if you’re hitting summer newly single, it’s the perfect time to embrace your new-found freedom and go on some sizzling, al fresco…

Salma Hayek Make a statement with colour in a zesty orange dress. Dress, £80, sizes 8-26, joanieclothing.com Andie MacDowell Soft grey and white pieces have a classic yet modern feel. Jacket, £45.99, sizes xs-xl, stradivarius.com; top, £24, sizes xs-xl, River Island; skirt, £19.99, sizes xs-xl, reserved.com Davina McCall The contrast trims on this little white dress give it a high-end feel. Dress, £44.99, sizes xxs-xxl, H&M Rochelle Humes Wear your co-ord together and then mix and match with other separates. Waistcoat, £39, skirt, £34, both sizes 6-20, Next Charlene White A joyful jumpsuit will look fabulous with very minimal styling. Jumpsuit, £79, sizes 6-22, fatface.com Hannah Waddingham Florals are a fashion fail-safe for wedding season. Dress, £85, sizes 8-18, goddiva.co.uk Eva Longoria Khaki shades will look effortlessly chic in the…

You’re naked, standing in front of the mirror. You start to dance. Do you feel joy at your amazing body or are you cringing at your wobbly bits? Chances are it’s the latter. And you’re not alone – only one in 10* of us is happy with how we look in our underwear. But you don’t have to let your confidence ruin your holiday. Here, our experts reveal the simple ways you can learn to love the skin you’re in so you can make the most of this season – and feel your best all year round. Shift your focus Changing our mindset from fixating on how we look to what we can do is key, says Prof Viren Swami, professor of social psychology at Anglia Ruskin University. ‘Research…

SAINSBURY’S Go for a warm scheme of dusky pinks and earthy tones. Team ruffled fabrics with shapely accessories for a statement look. M&S Try a Mediterranean look for a taste of summer, with this mix of deep blue shades and crimson reds. TESCO If you prefer decorating with cool tones, use subtle shades of green and grey in classic stripe and gingham patterns. ASDA This Amalfi-coast look, with its zingy lemon prints alongside seaside-blue stripes, is sure to bring a ray of sunshine into your home.…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Constantly putting the pedal to the metal is exhausting at the best of times, and often counterproductive. You make mistakes, go down blind alleys. Reset and repair. For your reading ☎09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May Don’t think of a pitstop as a full stop. You’ve come a long way in the past few months and should embrace your achievements, not drive yourself into the ground. For your reading ☎09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun Everyone has regrets, but not everyone has a chance for a do-over. However, you do. Between now and early August go back over old ground and fix a broken fence. For your reading ☎09058 172559 CANCER 23 Jun – 23 Jul Some mistakes you can…

In gripping six-part thriller The Assassin, Keeley Hawes plays Julie, a retired assassin who has spent a decade living on a beautiful and remote Greek island in an attempt to escape her past. But following the arrival of her son Edward (Freddie Highmore), her old life catches up with her and the pair are forced to flee and go on the run across Europe. Here, Keeley reveals more… You worked in Corfu while filming ITV1 drama The Durrells. What was it like to return to Greece to work on a very different kind of series? It was lovely! We filmed in Athens where lots of the crew on The Durrells had come from, and that meant I was back with people I worked with in Corfu. There’s nothing better than…

Eamonn in debt Eamonn Holmes’ production company has racked up a huge six-figure debt, new accounts show. His company is £22,850 in the red for 2024 following an £18,000 surplus, according to Companies House. The accounts show that Eamonn has nearly £150,000 to pay – however, some of the presenter’s assets have been taken into account making the total amount owed just under £23,000. ‘It’s the latest in a long list of blows’ It’s the latest in a long list of blows for the TV host, 65, following his recent health woes and ongoing divorce from Ruth Langsford. Eamonn and Ruth, who’s also 65, announced their shock split in May 2024 after 14 years of marriage and almost three decades together. At the time, a spokesperson for the couple said,…

Davina McCall could be forgiven for wanting to rush down the aisle as soon as possible with her partner Michael Douglas. Following her shock brain tumour operation in November last year, where she had a rare colloid cyst removed, the 57-year-old presenter has been raring to go. She’s been back working on her TV projects and is clearly keen to move on from that difficult time. However, Davina – who has children Holly, 23, Tilly, 21, and Chester, 18, with her ex-husband Matthew Robertson – has admitted if there is one thing she isn’t bothered about doing quickly, it’s getting married to Michael. ‘It’s so funny – it’s a bit like being in your 30s again, when everyone asks you the same question about whether you’re getting married. We’re ensconced…

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Creamy kale slaw with hazelnuts Kale and toasted hazelnuts update this classic slaw – the perfect side for all your summer grills. SERVES 6, AS A SIDE READY IN 15 MINS ✱ 250g bunch curly kale, stems removed and leaves shredded✱ 3tbsp white wine vinegar✱ 150g each of red cabbage and white cabbage, shredded✱ 2 large carrots, cut into matchsticks✱ 1 large red onion, finely sliced✱ Large handful each flat-leaf parsley and dill, roughly chopped✱ 100g toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped For the dressing:✱ 100ml each of soured cream and natural yogurt✱ 2tsp Dijon mustard✱ 2tbsp extra virgin olive oil✱ Juice 1 lemon 1 Put the kale in a large bowl. Trickle over the vinegar and sprinkle lightly with salt. Massage with your hands for a couple of mins to tenderise…

GEORGE CLOONEY BATMAN & ROBIN, 1997 Many actors, including Ben Affleck, Robert Pattinson and Val Kilmer, have taken on the role of Batman. But there is one who doesn’t reflect on his stint as the superhero fondly: George Clooney. ‘Let me just say that I’d actually thought I’d destroyed the franchise until somebody else brought it back years later and changed it,’ the Hollywood heavyweight admitted. George, 64, added, ‘I thought at the time that this was going to be a very good career move. It wasn’t.’ BRAD PITT THE DEVIL’S OWN, 1997 He’s been in a number of successful films and has won awards for his acting but even BAFTA-winner Brad has projects he regrets. The star, 61, labelled The Devil’s Own a ‘disaster’, adding, ‘[It’s] the most irresponsible…

They’ve all shared the This Morning couch – and subsequently became embroiled in high-profile fall-outs – with controversial TV veteran Phillip Schofield over the years. But while disgraced star Phillip, 63, seems to have failed to secure steady TV work since quitting the show in 2023, the futures of his ex-colleagues Holly Willoughby, Fern Britton and Ruth Langsford appear to be brighter than ever. Holly, 44, who presented This Morning alongside Phil for 14 years, is reportedly being courted by Simon Cowell to join the Britain’s Got Talent panel, while Fern, who turns 68 this week, has seen a resurgence in her career with new TV work and a dramatic new look. Meanwhile Ruth, 65, has established herself as the QVC queen, with the ongoing success of her clothing…

HARRY TALKS TOUGH! Clearly Harry was furious. His wife, he said, was ‘in 2018, the most trolled person in the world’ and ‘lived experience’ had led to the Sussexes calling for reform in the digital world. Harry made a surprise appearance in New York last month, at the Nexus Global Summit, being interviewed on stage in front of 350 next-generation philanthropists, social entrepreneurs and investors. And he didn’t hold back as to why the couple’s Archewell Foundation had decided to take on the big tech giants. ‘We started to meet a lot of parents who had lost their kids to social media – the majority through suicide – and that’s when it really started to make sense to us.’ Earlier this year, the couple unveiled The Lost Screen Memorial, an…

You don’t have to go it alone this summer Anyone who is taking steps to better their health, strength and fitness will, chances are, live longer than someone who isn’t. It’s a mind-blowing thought, isn’t it? That means a lowered risk of conditions such as stroke, cardiovascular disease and cancer. With that, though, comes the pressure to make a start, make it work and stick to it – maybe even enjoy it! Well, this is where support and accountability can come in and there is plenty of it out there. Whether your goal is to run 10k, do 10 press-ups or lift 10kg, having a buddy, gang or fitness professional by your side rooting for you and fighting your corner will make the ride much smoother. Losing fat, too, can…

Subtle signs you’re not drinking enough It’s easy to become dehydrated in the warmer months without realising… It seems obvious to say that when you feel thirsty you should drink more, but by the time thirst kicks in most of us are already dehydrated. To put this into context, a 70kg adult can lose around 700-1,400ml of fluid (1-2% of body weight) before feeling thirsty. Like most things in health, it’s better to prevent dehydration by sipping fluids regularly than cure it, but this doesn’t come easily to everyone. Fortunately, there are some subtle signs to watch out for that dehydration is setting in. FAILING TO FOCUS Trouble concentrating may not seem like an obvious sign but even mild dehydration (1-2%) can affect your mental clarity, concentration and short-term memory.…

Can AI make you richer? From automated budgeting to personalised investment tips, AI is changing the way that we manage our finances. You may not be surprised to learn that three quarters of UK financial firms are already using AI 1 . However, the latest research 2 shows that while more than 30% of us think the technology could be useful and save time, we don’t trust it 100%, and there’s a recognition of the potential for misinformation. ‘When it comes to money, AI tools can be fantastic at crunching numbers and offering clever ideas,’ says Mooka Maboshe, a money coach at Octopus Money. ‘However numbers don’t know what keeps you up at night, or how it feels to finally pay off a debt. Tech can’t…

SUNNY BRIGHTS This upbeat look will give your space an instant holiday vibe. Start with an earthy terracotta-washed wall as your backdrop for a sun-drenched Mediterranean feel. Then simply pile on colours and textures with rustic woven furniture pieces, playful motif cushions, cheery stripes and retro florals. Add festoon lights and neon, then bring on the margaritas. NATURAL NOIR Give your garden a chic, grown-up edge with this Nordic-inspired look. Dark colours and natural elements are key, from black metal garden furniture, hard wood tables to all-weather woven seating, set against smartly painted fences and glossy foliage. Soften hard surfaces with woven cushions, rugs, wicker and string lanterns and plan for after-dark gatherings with solar lighting. CLASSIC COASTAL Create a relaxed style with this look that takes inspiration from the…

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DRINKS ARE ON GEN Z! Well, well, well. The smoothie-sipping, kombucha-glugging generation is finally cracking. Gen Z, once smugly perched on their high horses of ‘clean living’, have now discovered the joys of a good, stiff drink. A hefty 73% of Gen Z have consumed alcohol in the past six months, according to a new global study by drinks data provider IWSR. So much for being the teetotal tribe. For years, they’ve looked down their noses at older generations. While the rest of us self-medicated with pinot grigio and pub culture, they preached moderation or sobriety, armed with oat-milk lattes and a superiority complex. But guess what? Real life has arrived, and it’s brought deadlines, bills, and the crushing reality of late-stage capitalism. Cheers! Turns out, entering the world of…