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WE LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU, SO LET US KNOW YOUR OPINIONS, YOUR STORIES – AND ANYTHING THAT MATTERS IN YOUR LIFE
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‘We’ve got ONE LIFE, let’s LIVE IT’
Jo Whiley on feeling young at heart, how loss changed her outlook on life and the importance of friendships
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The POWER of PRIDE
June, Pride month, is a glorious and life-affirming celebration, says Roxy Bourdillon
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QUEENS
of culture
Meet three women who are bringing festival fun to us this summer
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The Firm IS IN CRISIS
The ongoing challenges facing the monarchy cast a stark light on the current fragility of the Royal Family. Royal biographer Emily Andrews explains why it is crunch time
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GARDENS for good
Getting outdoors doesn’t just boost wellbeing, it connects people and makes a difference
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‘Someone needs to sort MY LIFE OUT’
Good Morning Britain presenter Charlotte Hawkins, 48, lives in Surrey with her husband Mark, 50, and nine-year-old daughter, Ella Rose
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Older & bolder
One of our favourite comedians, Helen Lederer, has finally sent imposter syndrome to Room 101
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There really is NO PLACE LIKE HOME
But when Yorkshirewoman Sharon Wright fetched up in Surbiton, which would hold that special place in her affections?
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We’re having a
FASHION
moment
And long may it continue, says Wendy Rigg, charting the rise of midlife fashion
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ASK ANNA
Our relationships expert Anna Richardson will help solve your problems
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Could YOU live on your PENSION?
Surviving on the minimum retirement living standard for a week shocked Faith Archer into increasing her contributions
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WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A... PROBATION OFFICER
Meet Sarah Port, 40, deputy head of the Probation Delivery Unit in North Essex
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Love… OR LIES?
Finding yourself single in later life can feel terribly lonely. And when it comes to finding love again, there are many potential pitfalls – from families having to adjust to a new person and sharing a home, right through to worries over inheritance and who has access to the money.
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‘I hope the kids have my self-confidence’
Author and presenter Richard Madeley reflects on the early days of parenting, and watching his family grow
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The POWER of prınt
From frump-free florals to statement stripes, stand out in a punchy pattern
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Save THE DATE
Investment pieces that will keep you at the top of the guest list
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Make the most of the military skirt this summer
Fashion expert Alyson Walsh shows how to nail the latest utility trend
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SHINE & STRENGTH HAIR AWARDS 2024
The secret to unlocking great hair? Using the hardest-working products. We’ve tested hundreds to find the best for every hair type and budget
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How to stay healthier FOR LONGER
It’s the little lifestyle switches that can make a big difference
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Health NEWS
All this month’s best buys, news and must-know health and wellbeing tips
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Feel fabulous IN 14 DAYS
Slimming World’s eating plan, Food Optimising, is based on the science of energy density (the calories per gram in food), of satiety (how filling a food is) and how easy a food is to overeat. It’s a simple way to cut calories without counting them and lose weight without going hungry.
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WHAT HAPPENS WHEN... YOU DRINK MORE WATER
Glugging back glasses of H2O can do more than just quench your thirst
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Your HEALTH
Got a medical problem or need health advice? Ask GP Dr Pixie McKenna
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Make ANXIETY your superpower
Embracing worrying thoughts might be more beneficial than suppressing them, says Samantha Wood
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SHOULD WE REALLY WORRY about BMI?
This month, our expert Annie Deadman shares the best way to tell if your body is a healthy size and suggests ways to make simple changes
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Let’s do BRUNCH!
Fun food and cocktail pairings for when friends are over
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Weeknight FEASTS
Breathe new life into midweek meals with our tasty dinners
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3 EASY TRAY BAKES
Take one tin and whip up a tempting treat for the weekend
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Food EDIT
Food director Jen Bedloe shares her best food and drink buys this month
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CITY, COUNTRY or COAST?
Wherever you call home, be inspired by your surroundings when it comes to your decor
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Naturally STYLISH
Combining mindfulness ideas and natural materials, this country house – built by Lisa and David Wallace – exudes beauty, calm and serenity
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Let’s go OUTSIDE
Make the most of your garden this season, with fabulous buys and ideas to relax, entertain and enjoy!
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Easy garden UPDATES
Spruce up your outdoors just in time for summer with these quick to-dos
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Create the PERFECT PATIO
Lou and Tom Wolfenden have elevated a dull garden to a sophisticated space with a contemporary monochrome scheme
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Stylish ECO STAYS
From off-grid cabins to chic country hotels, these getaways match gorgeous interiors with green credentials
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Welcome to ENGLISH WINE COUNTRY
Ellen Himelfarb discovers palate-tingling wines and warm hospitality among the sunlit slopes and flint villages of Sussex
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WHY I LOVE NORFOLK
Distiller Katy Nelstrop on the joys of the county’s architecture, coastline and food scene
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June’s BOOK CLUB
Our books editor Zoe West gives us her favourite picks for the month, plus Clover Stroud shares her writing secrets
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In conversation with
BRIDGET COLLINS
The bestselling writer talks to Zoe West about seduction, silk and living in a fantasy world
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Take FIVE
Author Heather Morris on the books that changed her life
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GOOD to KNOW
YOUR MONTHLY ENTERTAINMENT ROUND-UP
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Puzzle BREAK!
Give your brain a workout with these teasers
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Your STARS
Astrologer Wendy Bristow’s predictions for the month of June
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Get in the mood for
SUMMER
Indulge your mind and body with the best spirit-lifting treats
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Summer hair
SORTED
Everything you need for guaranteed good hair as the weather warms up
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SMELLS LIKE SUNSHINE
Switch up your scent with perfume to suit the promise of the joyful holiday season
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Time for a
MAKE-UP
REFRESH
Break free from the grip of winter and give your look a new-season update
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Get set,
GLOW
We have the expert answers to your skin issues – no dermatologist appointment required
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Sun-kissed & SAFE
Protecting your skin is just as important at home as it is when you’re away
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fancy a
footwork
Get set for sandal season with a pampering pedi in five easy steps
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Your ultimate
BEAUTY PLAN
When the sun is finally here, ensure you’re ready to make the most of it
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BEACH-READY BUYS
Everything you need for sunny days