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STREAMLINE Your Routine
We’ve all got products gathering dust on our bathroom shelves that we either don’t like or don’t need, so it’s important to have a good sort-out every few months. Take any unwanted, unused beauty products to Boots or Superdrug, where you’ll find dona
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Dawn Neesom Mind Of My Own
Apparently so, but not for the sex you might think… Women. We’re not perfect are we, ladies? We make mistakes. Just be blowed if I can work out why so many of us end up marrying them! Oh, come on, the old jokes are the best. And, let’s be honest,
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At War With My Mother-in-law
Six in 10 women admit to having a strained relationship with their mother-in-law, a study by Cambridge University found. My mother-in-law Irene and I couldn’t be more different. She believes a woman should be a domestic goddess and ‘look after their
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‘I Will See His Legacy Through’
Two years on since Jamal Edwards’ tragic death – on 20 February 2022 – his mother, Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards, alongside Jamal’s sister Tanisha and the trust named after him, announced three new social initiatives to carry on the late music
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Dawn Harper Ask The Doctor
Q Recently, I had a mole removed from my cheek. My doctor called me this week to tell me it was cancerous, and they want me to have a further operation to remove some extra healthy tissue. The wound is starting to heal nicely. Is it really necessary
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4 Outfits Under £50
For the ultimate all-occasion dress, this is a steal. Whether it’s for work, weddings, dinners out or even dressed down with trainers, with the correct styling this dress will work around the clock. Try switching the belt to a tan leather one for a m
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Save 35% On Molton Brown Shower Trio
Enjoy 35% off this luxurious trio of premium shower gels by bath and body experts Molton Brown. Worth £36, you’ll pay just £21.99, including P&P, for a limited time only. Relax and unwind with these indulgent bath and shower gels scented with Molton
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Good For You!
Whether you live in the countryside or make use of city parks, you could be reducing your risk of stroke by 16%*. This is because air pollution is thought to harden the arteries in the brain, making blood thicker and raising blood pressure, increasin
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The World’s Most Shocking Cults
Community, connection and meaning. As human beings, these are all normal things we crave, but they are also desires that can be played upon to lure ordinary and intelligent people into the ironically isolating and dangerous world of cults. Recently,
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Get the GOSS!
Victoria Beckham is said to be devastated over her son Romeo’s split from model Mia Regan. Insiders have revealed that she was hoping Mia would become part of brand Beckham – but she’s still planning to work with her regardless. A source revealed, ‘V
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Pasta Pronto!
SERVES 4 Finely chopped veggies and a couple of clever flavour boosters cut the cooking time without compromising flavour. PREP TIME: 5 MINSCOOK TIME: 20 MINSCALS: 699FAT: 24GSAT FAT: 8GCARBS: 83G YOU WILL NEED 300g fresh or frozen soffritto mix
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Book CLUB
by Katie Fforde (£16.99, HB, Cornerstone) A journey to Dominica will teach Cass more than she could possibly imagine. Cass arrives on the Caribbean island with a mission from her father – to deliver an old map to a family friend. But there is troubl
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Anita Naik A Problem Shared
Q I know it’s common for young people to have mental health problems these days, but I’m worried for my 19-year-old granddaughter. She’s an anxious girl, but I feel my son and his wife pander to her. My son told me she’s dropping out of university, a
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Supermarket SAVERS
Save time and money on your weekly shop using these handy tips… Dedicate a notebook to meal planning. It’s useful to refer back to previous weeks for inspiration. If you’re more of a tech whizz, create a folder on your mobile to keep notes of weekly
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Opposites Really Do Attract!
Moving from room to room at a house party, I chatted to friends and strangers with an equal amount of enthusiasm. And as soon as the music was turned up, I took to the makeshift dance in the living room and started jiggling my hips, spinning round an
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Welcome!
Beaming sunshine, sandy beaches, drinks on the go, and your favourite person… I don’t know about you, but I’m dreaming of escaping the cold (isn’t it meant to be spring?!) – turn to p46 for some holiday inspiration. On p42, you can give your bedroom
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Your STARS
12-18 March 2024 With both the North Node and Mercury travelling together in Aries this week, say what you need from the heart and know you deserve to have your needs met. Share your gifts to help others and you’ll be rewarded tenfold. Think about h
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Remembering Dad
It all began, and ended, with a Chinese takeaway. It has always been the feast of choice for celebrations, birthdays and anniversaries in our house. But a surprise midweek takeaway one night in 1982 seemed to change all of that. I was 14 when my mum
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Wishlist
This coral knit will instantly update your spring outfit. Cardigan, £35, sizes xs-xl, M&S Experiment with cool blue. Morphe eyeshadow palette, £14, lookfantastic.com Add a pop of colour to your tablescape. Candleholder, £10, talkingtables.co.uk Add a
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Should Guests Take Their Shoes Off At The Door?
Hanieh Vidmar, 39, is a health coach from London. Growing up in an Iranian household, wearing shoes in the house was unheard of. Taking off my shoes at the door after school was part of my routine. You can imagine my shock visiting a mate’s house an
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My Husband Left Me For A Cam Girl
Eyes glued to the big screen, I reached into the cardboard bucket on the armrest next to me. Grabbing a handful of popcorn, my hand brushed my date’s as he did the same, and I felt a tingle of excitement. Kevin* and I were on a first date after meet
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St Patrick’s Day HUNKS!
Ever since he rose to fame as Connell in Normal People, we’ve been obsessed with 28-year-old Paul. Recently the actor, who was born in County Kildare, starred alongside fellow hunk Andrew Scott in All of Us Strangers. And he’s just finished filming t
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Puzzle BREAK 2
In competitive diving, what name is given to a position in which the knees are straight but the diver is bent at the hips? Cross out a letter in each square to get a grid filled with words. The uncrossed out letters in the shaded squares will complet
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MONEY Matters
If you want to treat yourself to something, like a new pair of trainers, why not sell some items you no longer need to raise the cash? Try Vinted, Depop, eBay or Facebook Marketplace. Your fridge should be 5C or below, says the Food Standards Agency
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Step Up, Slim Down!
If working out feels like a slog, we have some good news – ’80s retro step aerobics is back. Who remembers the bright leotards and leg warmers from the first time around when Jane Fonda’s workout video combined aerobic exercise with upbeat music, cha
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Mental Health Help
Feeling stressed or low? Worry and overwhelm getting the better of you? You’re not alone. One in six Brits experience a mental health problem, such as anxiety or depression, in any given week*. And with the cost-of-living crisis and juggling the dema
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This week’s HOT LIST
Out in cinemas now Timothée Chalamet’s rebel leader on the planet Arrakis falls for Zendaya’s warrior and goes up against Austin Butler’s lethal assassin in the second part of Denis Villeneuve’s starry space saga. 15-30 March 2024. Multiple locatio
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Your TV PICKS
The comedian reveals all about 2024’s Comic Relief… He’s been at the forefront of the TV fundraisers for nearly four decades, but when Sir Lenny hosts this year’s extravaganza, it will be his last. ‘I love Comic Relief and I’ve been doing it for 39
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Take The Family To Cape Verde
With incredible wildlife and stunning landscapes, this cluster of islands in the Atlantic has so much to offer. Located off the west coast of Africa, Cape Verde is still relatively unknown in the mainstream holiday market. Yet the archipelago boasts
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Loose Women In Crisis!
It will have been going for 25 years this year, but despite its enduring popularity and success, it seems some of Loose Women’s current biggest names could be considering walking away from the show. Last year saw Carol McGiffin leave after 20 years
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