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On the surface, Shirley Ballas appears to have it all: one of the best jobs in showbiz, a loving partner and a killer figure. But, behind the glitz and glamour, there was a time not too long ago when Shirley felt life wasn’t worth living anymore. Aft

Danny Dyer is encouraging men to ‘open up and talk’ about mental-health issues, particularly given the COVID-19 pandemic. The EastEnders star said, ‘There’s still that gender thing where men don’t feel natural opening up [and] talking, and it is so

Hanging the last bauble on the 6ft tree, I lean over to turn the fairy lights on before stepping back and admiring my afternoon’s handiwork. Each year, my husband rolls his eyes as I lug boxes of baubles down from the loft and start putting togethe

The Countryfile presenter, 43, looks cool and casual, wrapped up in a houndstooth coat and black velvet trousers. She adds a splash of colour with a green, lace top. Kate, 38, knows a good coat when she sees one, and she gets it spot on with this red

Many of us are guilty of slathering a slice of toast with butter or indulging in a cheeseboard, and with the holidays fast approaching, it can feel harder than ever to make smart choices. Foods high in saturated fat increase cholesterol, leading to a

As I worked my way through writing this year’s pile of Christmas cards, my daughter Lily, 18, peered over my shoulder and asked who ‘Philly’ was, and why I was putting so many kisses. When I told her Philly was my sister – and her aunt – she gasped i

My husband has never bought me a Christmas present. I’m not asking for diamonds, cashmere or Manolo Blahniks – some shower gel would be nice, or a china mug to replace my chipped one, or some slinky tights to pep up the same old dress I wear on Chris

M&S has five new fresh, vibrant microwave meals in its Fresh Eats range (from £4.50). Packed with colourful veg, they’re a refreshing, healthier alternative to classic microwave meals. Choose from Chicken Katsu with crunchy slaw; Mac & Cheese with ba

These well-known brands have had a fresh new update. Chloe Rose Tangerine, £65 for 50ml EDT, is a vibrant fruity aroma that sits alongside fresh floral notes, while Chanel Coco Mademoiselle L’Eau Privée For the Night, £67 for 50ml, remains true to th

Feeling stressed and nervous is normal from time to time – this emotional reaction helps us handle challenges or threatening situations. But if the body’s ‘fight or flight’ response starts up too often or for too long, the daily flow of stress hormon

The March lockdown threw us into an uncertain world, where most of us scrabbled for ways to pass the time and stay positive. Some of us drank more than usual, others took up daily Joe Wicks workouts. Inevitably, we found ways of coping that helped us

It’s sometimes overlooked for its apparently glitzier neighbours Toronto and Montreal, but it’s an unfair oversight. With a population of just one million, Ottawa is easy to get around, laid-back and welcoming. The city does Christmas in style, decke

Christmas is our daughter Zuzanna’s favourite time – so much so, she sings carols all year round. But her most treasured day is the annual Christmas party hosted by Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, which she visits regularly for activity days. Zuzan

Visiting a petting farm this close to Christmas was a mistake, I’d always thought that. Miss Stevens is in charge of Year 3, and I’ve got Year 4. We were supposed to come in the autumn, but it got postponed, the deputy head making the rash promise th

Olivia didn’t find ‘the one’ on Love Island, but she has now because she’s engaged to footballer Bradley Dack. ITVBe’s Olivia Meets Her Match follows the reality TV star’s move to Manchester to live with her fiancé and as she prepares for their big d

On a cold evening, when there isn’t much in the fridge, or you simply have little time, this will fill you, and everyone around you, up well. SERVES 4 PREP 10 mins COOK 20 mins ✱ 1tbsp sunflower oil✱ 1 onion, chopped✱ 1 clove of garlic, peeled a