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Actress Jessica Alba wears scarves to cover up baby-sick stains. The 30-year-old Spy Kids 4 actress – who has daughters Honor (3) and Haven (7 moths), with husband Cash Warren – admits she uses the accessory to hide the messes that come with motherhood. “I wear scarves, mostly because it’s an accessory that can dress […]

Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal is expecting a baby girl. The 34-year-old actress and husband Peter Sarsgaard will welcome their second child – a sibling for five-year-old daughter Ramona – in the coming months and while they have now disclosed the gender of the tot, they are not planning to reveal exactly when it is due because […]

Late singer Whitney Houston’s mother has still not come to terms with her death. Cissy Houston (78) insists her daughter’s tragic passing last month in the age of 48 hasn’t made her question her religious faith but she has still not fully accepted the tragedy. “I have my moments… I’m not there yet. I am […]

Actress January Jones became a mother at the “right age” in her life. The 34-year-old actress – who plays Betty Francis in Mad Men – is having “so much fun” with her six-month-old son Xander and notes he has changed her priorities to be excited about “cosy T-shirts” rather than pairs of high heels. “I […]

Actor Charlie Sheen feels people have been quick to forget what caused his angry rants. The 46-year-old actor lost his job on Two and a Half Men after taking aim at the show’s executive producer, Chuck Lorre, and some of his co-stars in a series of highly publicised outbursts last year. But 12 months on […]

We discover household items you can use to get fit. This week: pillows. Standing on bedroom pillows can help boost your balance and strengthen your abdominal muscles, says physiotherapist Peter Pope, from the Bupa Centre of Sports Medicine Excellence. “Stacking a couple of pillows on the floor on top of each other creates an unstable […]

Since research has revealed that aspirin fights cancer as well as heart attacks, we ask the experts if they use it, and why.

This week we uncover the royal reunion between prince Harry and Chelsy. The pair enjoy a night out in London – read all about their close encounter. TV’s Petra Bagust shares the lessons she has learned as she approaches her milestone birthday. Read about her 40th celebrations and why she’s having the time of her […]

Amy Winehouse’s $5.8million fortune will go to her parents Mitch and Janis. The tragic singer – who died after a drinking binge last July aged just 27 – did not leave a will, meaning her estate will be passed to her parents, and not her ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil. According to The Sun newspaper, Amy had […]

Cheryl Cole finds the red carpet “terrifying”. The 28-year-old Girls Aloud star admits that although it might look glamorous, in truth it’s far from it. “For the record, it’s terrifying. We once had this nightmare where my dress ripped here, somebody was sewing here, my nail had just chipped so somebody was painting them.” Cheryl […]

CNN host Piers Morgan has welcomed Madonna to twitter by banning her from his show. The CNN host used the Hung Up hitmaker’s debut on the microblogging site recently to inform her she will never be welcome as a guest on his programme. He wrote: “Welcome to twitter. You’re still banned from my show. Love […]

Actress Denise Richard insists on having a family dinner every night. The 41-year-old star – who has daughters Sam (8), and Lola (6), with ex-husband Charlie Sheen, as well as adopted nine-month-old daughter Eloise – believes eating together is the keen to maintaining strong family bonds. She said: “With my mom, dinner was on the […]

We uncover interesting facts about the speeds at which parts of your body develop and function. This week, hair. The speed at which your locks grow depends on your genetic make-up and the shape of your follicles. If you’re of European origin, your hair grows about 1 cm a month – or 0.035 cm a […]

In the age of fast-acting antibiotics and busy schedules, it is often hard to find time to recover after a serious illness. However, returning to work before your body is ready may need to more sickness and affect your overall health.

Former Spice Girl Mel C believes motherhood cured her depression. The 38-year-old singer feared falling pregnant with three-year-old daughter Scarlet would reignite her illness, but was surprised to find it got rid of it completely. She said, “If you’ve had depression in the past, you’re more prone to it again.” “But if anything, being pregnant […]

Actress Kate Winslet says being caught in the fire on Sir Richard Branson’s private island was like being on a movie set. The Oscar-winning actress and her children – Mia (11), and seven-year-old Joe – were staying at the British businessman’s home on Necker Island last August when it became engulfed in an inferno in […]

Actress Anne Hathaway says her engagement party was “so fun”. The Dark Knight Rises star and fiance Adam Schulman threw a party in a New York book store to celebrate their impending nuptials, which are expected to take place in October 2013. Among the personal touches was a banquet of vegan food and decorations including […]

Supermodel Christie Brinkley has accused her ex husband of trying to “destroy” her happiness. The 58-year-old model split from Peter Cook in 2008 after 12 years of marriage but she insists he won’t let her move on with her life. In an emotional interview on Today, she told host Matt Lauer, “[Peter] continues to contact […]

With The Hunger Games in full swing, we take a look at our favourite outfits from lead actress Jennifer Lawrence

Popstar Lady Gagawears veils because she’s constantly mourning the world’s problems. The Born This Way singer is often pictured with her face covered by a dark mesh – traditionally worn by women who have recently lost their loved ones in many cultures from around the world – which she wears in order to show solidarity […]

Actress Michelle Pfeiffer struggled to see herself as a “sexual person” for many years. The 53-year-old actress – who is married to TV producer David E. Kelly – has admitted it wasn’t until she portrayed “sexually appealing” Susie Diamond in The Fabulous Baker Boys when she was 31 that she decided to stop looking like […]

Actress Jennifer Morrison says love clouds her judgment. The 32-year-old star plays Snow White’s daughter Emma Swan in Once Upon A Time and in the TV series her character has a special power which means she can tell when people are lying. Jennifer believes she has good instincts when it comes to judging people but […]

British comedian Russel Brand has had his matching tattoo with estranged wife Katy Perry “permanently removed”. The actor and Part of Me hitmaker opted for identical Sanskrit inkings on the inside of their right arms, which meant “go with the flow”, shortly after they got engaged in 2010. However, after Russell filed for divorce in […]

These are our top pics for the basic items every curvy woman must own. Stylish, timeless and utterly fabulous, take a look!

This season’s must-have trends are block colours, coloured denim, velvet, black and white monochrome, and bold prints. Combine these with the basic foundations of fuller-figure dressing so you have endless options for mixing and matching your shirts, tunics, dresses and jackets to suit any occasion. It’s important to know your body shape so that you […]

This week, reveal the latest health news and interesting facts.

As the colder seasons come around, here are some steps toward refreshing your skincare routine for a healthy, glowing complexion.

Reality star Kim Kardashian has been flour-bombed on the red carpet. The 31-year-old star was promoting her new fragrance True Reflection at The London Hotel in West Hollywood recently when an unidentified woman pelted her with white powder. Dressed in a black blazer, leather trousers and an electric blue blouse, Kim’s hair and entire back […]

Rcoker Marilyn Manson has sparked rumours he is dating popstar Lana Del Rey. The Beautiful People singer and the Born To Die singer have been spotted sneaking into an elevator at the five-star Grand Hyatt hotel in Berlin, Germany, where the 43-year-old musician has been staying. On another occasion the pair were seen enjoying a […]

The Mad Men actress gave birth to son Xander last September and admits she has been dining on her placenta – which connects a baby to their mother while they are in the womb and delivered after the birth – in capsule form ever since. When asked how she copes with being a working mother, […]

Actress Angelina Jolie insists she “didn’t pay attention” to jokes about her Oscars leg pose. The 36-year-old Salt star wore a black velvet Atelier Versace gown for the February ceremony and spent the evening standing with her right leg sticking out of the thigh-high side split – much to the amusement of the online community. […]

Pick up your pooch and give him a cuddle. Can you easily feel his ribs? Has he actually got a waist? Or is it more like a bit of a paunch that slides all too easily into a well-cushioned ribcage? If that’s the case, Fido is probably getting too fat. And not just a little […]

In this week’s issue, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are happily reunited – read about the get together the world has been waiting for. Find out about celebrity chef Simon Gault’s secret high-flying passion, and Gretchen Hawkesby’s mission: we talk to her about the close call that prompted the charity champion’s ambitions. Former All […]

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It seems utterly unthinkable - accidentally leaving your baby at home or in the car and forgetting them for hours. But hundreds of busy parents do it . . . with devastating consequences

Glee star Dianna Agron is reportedly being pursued by Tim Tebow. The Hollywood actress has an on/off relationship with actor Sebastian Stan, but NFL player Tim – who has previously been linked to Katy Perry and Taylor Swift – is said to be smitten with her. A source told the New York Post newspaper: “Tim […]

Justin Bieber has written a song for his mum. The 18-year-old singer is very close to his mother, Pattie Mallette, and gave her the ultimate early birthday gift by recording a tune on her honour. After a day out with her famous son, Pattie wrote on her twitter page: Had the BEST mother-son date ever […]

Halle Berry has reportedly started checking out Paris schools for her daughter. The 45-year-old New Year’s Eve actress wants to move Nahla (4), to France to be with fiancé Olivier Martinez, and has been spotted looking at kindergartens in the city. “Halle wants somewhere to care for Nahla. She wants to escape the paparazzi in […]

Jason Statham used to make $4000 a day selling “hokey” jewellery. The Transporter actor admits he had a very profitable trade selling phoney accessories on the streets of London before embarking on his showbiz career . “Man, we was doing $2000, $4000! In pound notes, mind you. Selling s**t you’d buy for maybe 60 pence […]

Susan Sarandon was warned never to have kids as it would ruin her sex appeal. Thelma and Louise star Susan Sarandon – who has three children daughter Eva Amurri (27) with Italian film director Franco Amurri, and Jack (22), and Miles (19), her two sons with former partner Tim Robbins – was told not to […]

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The house where Michael Jackson died has gone up for sale. The Beverly Hills mansion – in which the Thriller singer passed away from acute Propofol intoxication in June 2009 aged 50 – went on the market recently for $29.3 million and, according to gossip website TMZ, a “major celebrity” is currently viewing it. The […]

30-year-old Victoria Secret model and her husband, former NBA star Marko Jaric, are “very excited” about welcoming their second child into the world later this year. Adriana – who has a two-year-old daughter Valentina with Marko – told People: “The entire family is very excited, especially Valentina. She keeps blowing kisses to my belly and […]

Chat show hosts Oprah Winfreyand Rosie O’Donnell are reportedly not speaking to each other. The Hollywood legends have apparently fallen out over Oprah’s decision to drop Rosie’s talk show from her OWN network because of poor ratings. The problems are believed to have started when Oprah first called the comedienne to deliver the news. A […]

Singer Alicia Keys is selling her New York home for $22 million. The No One singer and husband Swizz Beatz purchased the property on Crosby Street in SoHo in 2010 from Lenny Kravitz for $17 million but is hoping to make a significant profit with the sale. The 6,167 square-foot triplex features five bedrooms, four […]

Model Kate Moss recently reminisced about her relationship with actor Johnny Depp in the 1990s, including his refusal to stay in Kate Moss' Paris apartment while they were together.

Actress Tina Fey sets out some ground rules for her daughters. Tina has revealed she won’t let her daughters wear make-up until they’re 14. The 30 Rock star has two girls – Alice (6) and seven-month-old Penelope – with husband Jeffrey Richmond and while her eldest is already into fashion, Tina doesn’t want them to […]

Go big, bold and bright in this season’s colourful accessories that will give you the wow factor

Australian star Hugh Jackman keeps asking to re-shoot fight scenes where he knocks his co-star Russell Crowe out, because he enjoys it so much. A source told The Sun newspaper, “The crew find it hilarious as Crowe would obviously sweep the floor with Jackman in real life. “Hugh keeps ribbing Russell and winding him up […]

Bridget Jones’ Diary actress Renee Zellweger originally worked in a bar when she first moved to Los Angeles from her native Texas, and once found she was unable to get out of her car to return to her home because people were buying and selling crack cocaine there. “I moved to Los Angeles on December […]

Model and TV presenter Peaches Geldof knows her baby has chubby cheeks after she saw his face in detail at a 4D scan. Peaches is expecting her first child with her rocker fiance Thomas Cohen and the couple recently got a glimpse of what their son looks like at the high-tech ultrasound examination. Peaches – […]

Singer Ricky Martin believes his son Valentino “meditates”. The Livin La Vida Loca has three-year-old twins, Matteo and Valentino, and has revealed the boys have very different personalities despite their genetic connection. Ricky says Valentino is obsessed with nature and he believes when the tot goes off to explore the family garden he is finding […]

Ashton Kutcher, the star of Two and a Half Men, has signed up to be the 500th customer to travel into outer space with Virgin Galactic, Virgin CEO Sir Richard Branson has announced. Writing on his blog, Richard said,  “I gave Ashton a quick call to congratulate and welcome him. He is as thrilled as […]

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Has she, or hasn’t she? Whatever one thinks of Louise Mensch, bestselling chick-lit author and glamorous Conservative MP, you have to admit her jawline is enviably taut for a woman of 40. Perhaps improbably so. Or is it?

Actress Keira Knightley is the face of Chanel, a role many women her age would kill for. However the star still experiences moments of self-consciousness about her skin. The 26-year-old beauty admits she has a whole host of hang-ups when it comes to her much-photographed face. “I’ve never seen myself as being attractive in that […]

Actor Javier Bardem says there are no positives to being a celebrity. The Oscar-winning Spanish star – who has a 14-month-old child with wife Penelope Cruz – hates talking about his personal life and is annoyed that people are interested in anything other than his movies. “There is no good side to celebrity. [Talking about […]

Single Ladies hitmaker Beyonce thinks her baby Blue Ivy is changing all the time. The singer, who welcomed her first daughter on January 7, has told singer and friend Melanie Fiona she is confident the tot resembles her daddy, but admits Blue changes every day. “She just is so happy. I’ve seen Bey like three […]

Zara Phillips‘ wedding wasn’t as raucous as people would imagine. Although the Queen’s granddaughter and her rugby star husband Mike Tindall are both renowned for being laid back and enjoying a party, close pal Kirsty Gallacher says their nuptials in Edinburgh, Scotland in July last year were great fun, but more sedate than people would […]

Actress Kate Beckinsale misses England so much she cries over tins of baked beans in Californian supermarkets. The Total Recall star lives in Brentwood, California with her daughter Lily (13), and husband Len Wiseman and admits she gets homesick for the UK all the time. “I’ve taken to doing ridiculous things like going into the […]

Managing time is something with which we all struggle. At work, we're plagued by deadlines, an inbox full of emails and unfinished to-do lists. At home, there's a stream of never-ending chores.

This week, we feature TV’s Jaquie Brown on the horror and hilarity of motherhood – read about her candid pregnancy confessions! We cover how crossing the ditch paid off for sporting couple Daryl and Julie Corletto – read about their “divide and conquer” method. Not just a whizz in the kitchen, MasterChef’s Tony Price is […]

Actress Eva Longoria enjoyed a low-key early birthday dinner with friends recently The Desperate Housewives star – who recently split with Penelope Cruz’s brother Eduardo after just over a year of dating – dined with seven pals including Entourage actor Kevin Connolly, Extra presenter Mario Lopez and his fiancée, Courtney Mazza, at Cut by Wolfgang […]

29-year-old singer Kelly Clarkson – who has been single since 2006 – has revealed she has a partner, and has done since the end of 2011. Although she did not confirm who it was, Us Weekly magazine is reporting it is 35-year-old talent manager Brandon Blackstock, the son of her manager Narvel Blackstock. An insider […]

Supermodel Elle Macpherson is devastated after learning her ex-boyfriend is dating a woman more than 20 years her junior.

The Fighter actor Mark Wahlberg – who has children Ella (8) Michael (5), Brendan (3) and two-year-old Grace with wife Rhea Durham – admits he is an “emotional” guy and even broke down watching a family film recently. “I’m an emotional guy. I went and saw The Help with my wife and I must have […]

Actress Sandra Bullock is reportedly set to adopt another child. The Oscar-winning actress adopted her little boy Louis in January 2010 when he was just a baby and is said to have already completed the paperwork for another child, although the process could take at least 18 months. A source told RadarOnline.com: “Sandra has always […]

Actress Jennifer Lawrence thinks she is horrible. The Hunger Games star admits she suffers from such strong self-doubt that she always fears each job will be her last. After watching the movie – which is based on Suzanne Collins’ book trilogy – for the first time at the recent Los Angeles premier, she confessed the […]

Actor Russell Brand has been accused of throwing a photographer’s phone through a window. The 36-year-old Arthur star has been named in a police report in New Orleans, which alleges he snatched the phone from paparazzo Timothy Jackson’s hand before hurling it away. According to TMZ.com, Timothy – who filed the report for “criminal damages” […]

The former 7th Heaven actress – who is engaged to longterm boyfriend Justin Timberlake – admits she had a wild side while she was growing up, which maddened her bosses. “I cut my hair super short and dyed it blonde. I had to apologise to Aaron Spelling [the producer] for doing that. He wasn’t happy,” […]

Singer Susan Boyle became an overnight sensation after auditioning for TV contest Britain’s Got Talent in 2009 and admits she didn’t expect her fame to last very long “Because I’d risen so quickly, I was frightened I was going to sink quickly too,” she says. “At the same time, I felt I didn’t really deserve […]

Actress Zoe Saldana’s house has been broken into. The Avatar star returned to her Los Angeles home recently and noticed her abode had been tampered with, so she immediately called the Los Angeles Police Department, law enforcement sources have told TMZ.com. Zoe has taken an inventory of the property to make sure nothing has been […]

We reveal how to get the enviable physiques of the stars. This week, Cate Blanchett’s upper arms. Actress Cate Blanchett (42), has criticised pressure to have cosmetic surgery. Not that she can have physical worries, judging by her shapely arms. She keeps fit by running after her three sons and doing Pilates. Try this: Tone […]

We discuss simple methods that trigger the release of endorphins, your body’s feel-good chemicals. This week, laughter.

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Model Kate Moss and Jamie Hince are reportedly trying for a baby. The couple – who tied the knot at Kate’s country mansion in July 2011 – apparently wanted to wait to move into their new home in London’s Highgate before trying to get pregnant. But with renovations completed and the move imminent, the 38-year-old […]

Catherine Zeta-Jones’ hair used to obstruct the blackboard at school. Actress Catherine Zeta-Jones was forced to sit at the back of her classroom because of her mane, which she used to blow-dry to mimic the styles worn by her favourite bands as a teenager. “I was into big hair in a big way. I was […]

Character references are a necessary annoyance in our lives, and it seems Hollywood stars are no different. Singer Bono recently wrote a character reference for Courtney Love so she could move into her new apartment. The Hole singer, who moved out of her New York town house last month despite winning a long-running legal battle […]

Sir Paul McCartney’s daughter hasn’t forgiven Piers Morgan for introducing him to Heather Mills. The former couple were introduced by the talk show host at a charity event in 1999 and fashion designer Stella McCartney is still unhappy about the union, which ended in a bitter and expensive divorce for her father in 2008. Piers […]

Legendary singer and actress Liza Minnelli finds it strange that so many of her showbiz friends have died. The star was shown a picture of herself with late pals Whitney Houston, Dame Elizabeth Taylor and Michael Jackson by talk show host Rosie O’Donnell and she admitted she finds it strange that she is the only […]

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We discuss the traits and tendencies that you can blame on your genes. Some people really can have their cake and eat it — thanks to their genes. Scientists have recently found that variations to a gene named GALNT2 help the body break down harmful fat and clear it quicker. In a study published in […]

Actress Scarlett Johansson thinks seeking advice is vital to make relationships work. The He’s Just Not that Into You actress, who has been romantically linked with actors Sean Penn and Bradley Cooper since splitting with Ryan Reynolds in December 2010 after two years of marriage, believes “communication” is essential and has learned that she doesn’t […]

Singer Jessie J has toned down her make-up to avoid looking like a “drag queen”. The Price Tag singer admits she sometimes gets so carried away with her lipstick and accessories that she ends up looking like a man dressed as a woman. She says, “I have calmed down my look. Is it really necessary […]

Many aspiring actors search for the magic key to success, and Matthew McConaughey believes being a father makes him better at his job. The 42-year-old star, who has three-year-old son Levi and daughter Vida (2) with fiancée Camilla Alves, has learned how to be a better actor since having children. He says, “It is more […]

Singer Dannii Minogue admits sleepless nights put her off having more children. The 40-year-old often thinks about having a sibling for Ethan, her 20-month-old son with partner Kris Smith, but sometimes thinks it would be a bad idea because of the difficulties of raising young children. “I kind of think it’s a good idea when […]

In Hollywood, celebrities’ bodies are a constant topic of conversation. Refreshingly, Madonna has blasted claims that singer Adele is “too fat”. Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld accused the Someone Like You singer of being overweight last month, but Madonna (53) believes Adele’s clothing size is irrelevant. “That’s horrible. That’s ridiculous, that’s just the most ridiculous thing […]

Actress Viola Davis is relieved awards season is over. The 46-year-old actress – who was previously nominated for an Oscar for her role in Doubt in 2008 and lost out to Best Actress for her role in The Help this year – says the pressure has a negative effect on her acting because she gets […]

Everyone has different methods of relaxation, and luckily for actress Uma Thurman, hers is acting. The Kill Bill actress – who has 13-year-old daughter Maya and 10-year-old son Levon with ex-husband Ethan Hawke – turns to her profession to calm down because she often drives herself crazy. “I’m not very relaxed naturally. I’m one of […]

Actress Zooey Deschanel gets depressed when she is sent scripts for supporting roles.

Fashion designer Nicole Richie is not ready to have another child. The fashion designer hasn’t ruled out having more kids with husband Joel Madden, but says they are currently too busy with work and raising daughter Harlow (4), and son Sparrow (2). “I’m not ready for baby number three – it’s not something I’m discussing […]

A Nicole Kidman is in early negotiations to take the leading role in Terence Rattigan’s After the Dance – about a man who leaves his wife for a younger woman – on the Broadway stage next year, according to the Daily Mail newspaper. Should talks be completed, it would be the first time the Australian […]

We uncover the healthy foods that aren't so healthy. This week - orange juice

Experts reveal the surprising causes of that spare tyre. This week: sit-ups

In this week’s issue, a refreshed Demi Moore is back from the brink after her stint in rehab. She’s looking good, but has she recovered? Prince Harry achieves superstar status on his royal tour of the Caribbean and gets up to all sorts of hijinks. Unlikely friends Bernadine Oliver-Kerby and Jerome Kaino team up for […]

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Like most women, No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani finds balancing her work and home life a “nightmare”. But the blonde beauty would always put raising sons Kingston (5) and Zuma (3) – her boys with husband Gavin Rossdale – ahead of her music career if she was forced to choose. She told Closer magazine, “I’ve […]

Black Swan star Natalie Portman’s vintage Christian Dior Oscars gown has sold for $61,000. The Academy Award-winning actress borrowed the 1954 strapless, polka-dot dress from couture dealer Rare Vintage to wear as she presented the Best Actor accolade to The Artist star Jean Dujardin last month, and the company has now sold it to an unknown […]