Woman's Own

Summer is all about sitting out in the sunshine and enjoying a good BBQ (bonus points if you can get someone else to do the cheffin’ while you enjoy an Aperol), but while there’s no harm in indulging every now and then, the calories can really rack u

In recent years, Brits have been flocking abroad in the quest for a Hollywood smile without the price tag. Those who’ve had veneers – dubbed ‘Turkey Teeth’ – have often encountered problems as a result. While these celebs may not have all travelled t

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As I stood in the kitchen of the care home where I worked as a cook, I tried my best to concentrate on slicing the vegetables and stirring the sauce, or listening to my colleagues natter away. But my mind was completely distracted – all I could think

FROM £3 The hair experts have coined a nifty new trend – bronde, a mix between blonde and brunette. This is an easy all-round option if you want to go lighter but your hair is naturally quite dark. The colour works especially well on darker skin

The one thing guaranteed to make you want to chuck your phone out the window is hearing the message: ‘Your call is important to us, but our lines are busier than usual. You are number 6,000 in the queue.’ It doesn’t matter who you’re trying to talk

ALL UNDER £30 Clothes that are easy to throw on are perfect for lazy days at the beach or by the pool. Wide-leg trousers and loose-fitting dresses will keep you cool while looking effortlessly chic. Create the perfect look for sightseeing wi

Chanelle was just nine years old when she suddenly lost her identical twin sister in an accident. You are going to go through one of the hardest times in your life. You lose your mirror image, your twin sister, your best friend. Heads up, each day w

Q We are planning a family get-together next weekend to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday. All four of our children and their partners are due to join us. My eldest daughter called to say her son has hand, foot and mouth disease. My youngest daugh

Q I am 59 and my sister is 50. We have always had a very one-sided relationship where she leans on me. The problem is she’s getting worse. She expects me to lend her money when she is broke, look after her when she is ill and be there immediately if

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Tucked up in bed one dark night in February, I was scrolling through TikTok on my phone when a message suddenly pinged. ‘Hi, I have a favour – can I come and stay with you two for a bit? xx’ It was Davide, my ex-husband of 12 years. ‘Yeah sure,’ I c

Laura Brown, 40, is a ghost hunter and lives in Blackburn with her husband Stephen, 40, and their four children. As a child I lived in a house where spooky things often happened. Doors rattling, objects moving without explanation, and a picture in t

A tricky space in your room doesn’t have to be something you hide away. Turn it into the focal point and use it as a place to showcase artwork, family photos and other treasured possessions. Keep the nook neutral to let the accessories make the state

Q My houseplants are looking a bit lacklustre. Do you have any tips for how I can perk them up? A You can quickly and easily restore your plants to their former glory with a duo of houseplant care essentials. Plantsmith’s formulations are inspired b

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common behavioural condition in the UK, affecting between 2% and 5% of school-age children and young people. But while health experts suggest medication should not be used as a first-line tr

Stuffed with unique boutique shops, bakeries and bars, Copenhagen is Scandinavia’s hippest city – and also one of its most picturesque. But a weekend away doesn’t usually come cheap. Unless, that is, you’ve got our expert cost-cutting guide. From aff

Out 19 August The singing trawlermen have a new member. In this real-life story, with a backdrop of the Cornish coast, James Purefoy leads crooners as they struggle with new-found fame and a gig on the pyramid stage at Glastonbury 2011. Out 19 Augu

16-22 August 2022 ASK ALEX A‘WHAT IS MY HOROSCOPE TODAY?’ It’s time to get off the treadmill and enjoy life – especially love. Someone you meet at a social event could be a keeper. Are you ready for change? You don’t want to risk life, limb and fi

The male of which species of fish has a pouch in which he incubates eggs? To find out, solve the puzzle… Enter the answers to the clues in the grid. Every word is an anagram of its neighbours, plus or minus a letter. The answer is formed by the lette

Scientists have discovered that which part of the human body is now 10% smaller than it was 20,000 years ago in the Stone Age? Fit the words into the grid, then read down the shaded circles to find the answer. ALECADLAPNET ACREARABBUSTEARNEKES

From finding fame in Hear’Say back in 2001 to forging a career as a presenter and clothing designer, Myleene Klass is one of the most recognisable pop stars of the last few decades. But how well do we really know her? Myleene, 44, lives in London wit

Stepping on to the dance floor, my sequinned tulle skirt swept along the floor as my toes, embellished in elegant heels, moved to the beat of the ballroom tune. As my dance partner swung me forward, I felt a buzz of adrenaline course through me. A h