Table of contents for Bella 21 November 2023 in Bella

this week in bella The festive season is finally here, and what better way to celebrate it than with Chirstmas Jumper Day? The Save the Children fundraising campaign is this year supported by a whole host of starts, including Laura Whitmore, Holly Willoughby, Andi and Miquita Oliver, Fats Timbo and Lauren Laverne. All of them have posed with pre-loved festive apparel to encourage others to do the same. Laura said, “Most of us have a festive jumper in our wardrobe, and, if not, why not borrow one from a friend? I'm always letting friends borrow my clothes, and vice versa.” Big Brother presenter Will Best – also supporting the campaign – added, “This year, I plan on wearing my Christmas jumper everywhere! I'm one of those people who wears my…

He's back! Rylan Clark made a triumphant return to host This Morning, leaving viewers wanting more. The star, 35, presented with Josie Gibson last month after a 14-month hiatus. “It's so nice to see everyone,” he said. Fans agreed, with one writing, “Let's keep Rylan as a full-time presenter.” Kourtney – or Kim? “Freaky Friday,” said Kourtney Kardashian as she dressed up as her sister Kim. The pregnant reality star, 44, poked fun at their feud as she recreated her younger sibling's 2013 Met Gala look, which sparked hilarious backlash and memes online, for Halloween. Stunner at 60 Demi Moore's giving us massive inspo as she showed off her toned abs while on holiday in California. The actress, 60, looked amazing in a bikini, posing under a waterfall. “Sharing a few…

She's astounded fans with her talent and flexibility on Strictly Come Dancing alongside professional partner Kai Widdrington, and TV presenter Angela Rippon tells Bella that the experience has been a dream come true. The oldest contestant ever to take part in the series at 79, Angela didn't come to the show a complete novice, having presented Come Dancing – the original Strictly dance show – from 1988-1991 and has sustained a love of dance, especially ballet, throughout her entire life. Now, her former presenting role and regular ballet classes with the Silver Swans at The Royal Academy of Dance have combined in Strictly. She tells us all about it… Has Strictly been everything that you thought it would be? And more. I'm having an absolutely wonderful time and that's really…

My daughter Gabi waited by the front door, wrapped up in her hat and scarf. “Come on,” she said, hurrying me along. We were heading out for a walk in the countryside near our home in Derbyshire. As a single mum running my own business, life was hectic but I always made time to walk with Gabi and her older brother Zach at the weekends. Gabi adored nature but despite her smiles she'd been through a lot. Her dad had taken his own life the year before after struggling with alcohol addiction. Gabi was just 10 and Zach 14. We'd split by the time of his death but it hit us all hard, especially Gabi. One day, she said, “I wish I could be with Dad again.” She looked so…

MINCE PIES Winner Luxury All Butter Mince Pies, Iceland, £2.50/6pk All rich butter pasty with mincemeat laced with brandy and cider. The best we've tasted this year. We'd serve them warm with a dollop of extra thick cream – just because! Runner-up Extra Special Brown Butter and Rum Mince Pies, Asda, £2.75/6pk Made using Asda's very first signature flavour, everything has gone into these delicious pies. Filled with Jamaican rum-laced spices and fruit, encased in a sumptuous butter pastry, they are the most indulgent pie on the market this year. A musthave for Christmas eve with a glass of Baileys! Recommended Classic Mince Pies, Bettys, £18/12pk These delicious mince pies are made using Bettys’ special mincemeat, and are baked daily in their Harrogate Craft Bakery using their all-butter pastry. You…

escapes Watch an ice show, nationwide Celebrating Disney's 100th Anniversary are a host of classic Disney characters strutting their stuff on the ice. This new show, ‘100 Years of Wonder’, features Mirabel from Encanto, Buzz and Woody from Toy Story, Anna and Elsa from Frozen and of course Mickey and Minnie Mouse. A perfect day out for any Disney fan. • Catch a show from 1 November to 31 December in Birmingham, Belfast, Sheffield, Newcastle, Nottingham Manchester and London. Tickets from £42, Disneyonice.com Take a Santa cruise, Manchester Experience something different this year and journey through Manchester on a cruise with the big man himself. Departing from Salford Quays, you'll sail down along the Manchester ship canal aboard a beautifully decorated festive boat while tucking into cookies, mince pies and…

FILM Saltburn Struggling to fit in at Oxford University, student Oliver finds himself drawn to the unfamiliar world of his charming and aristocratic classmate Felix. So, when Felix invites him to his eccentric family's estate for the summer, he jumps at the opportunity. It's certainly a visit never to be forgotten… A psychological thriller about class, privilege and desire. EVENT Cambridge Literary Festival Winter Weekend Head to the historic city for a range of talks to entertain, inspire and shine a light on pressing current issues. Speakers include former Prime Minister Theresa May, who will delve into the abuse of power, chef Rick Stein on his latest recipe book, and Janina Ramirez looks at why women have been omitted from history. From 16-19 November. Cambridgeliteraryfestival.com BOOK The Last Train Home…

Salma Hayek Magic Mike's Last Dance star Salma let her striking burgundy gown do the talking by sticking to simple accessories like her black strappy heels. Heidi Klum German supermodel Heidi's gorgeous Tony Ward Couture dress had her stealing the show at a recent event. Priyanka Chopra Actress Priyanka cut a very chic figure in a bold emerald-green frock and metallic sandals with dangly earrings and matching silver eyeshadow. Zoe Saldana Film star Zoe tapped into the sparkle trend with a plum-coloured frock by Salvatore Ferragamo. Nicole Scherzinger Singer Nicole showed off her fabulous figure in this dazzling bejewelled gown. Anne Hathaway Oscar winner Anne stunned in a sequin The Attico dress for a film premiere in New York. Emma Thynn The Marchioness of Bath posed at a dinner party…

After 12 months of tension between the Waleses and the Sussexes, a Christmas reunion between the two families seems unlikely to happen this year. Once as close as brother and sister, Kate Middleton and Prince Harry's relationship is said to be so broken that experts believe a reconciliation isn't on the cards for the near future. Royal commentator Jennie Bond said, “I can't see an olive branch being extended from either side any time soon. I think Catherine has been badly hurt by Harry's brutal attacks on William, like his decision to reveal so much of what went on during their disagreements [in his memoir Spare].” She said, “Catherine has played the peacemaker in the past and has brought William and Harry together, and I think that comes from her…

Hugh Grant As the Prime Minister who falls in love with Martine McCutheon's character Natalie, Hugh, 63, won over viewers with his dancing and charm. He was already a British icon – playing the loveable cad in the Bridget Jones films, Notting Hill – and now the married dad-of-four will play an Oompa Loompa in the upcoming Wonka remake! Keira Knightley Having played newlywed Juliet and dubbed a “rising star”, Keira, 38, went on to star in period dramas Pride & Prejudice, Atonement and The Imitation Game. After having a breakdown at 22, she made her return this year in crime drama Boston Strangler. She's married to Klaxons frontman James Righton, with whom she shares daughters Edie and Delilah. Colin Firth After starring as unlucky-in-love Jamie, Colin went on to…

I was at the doctors for a routine smear test, but after standing on the scales to check my weight, the nurse went back to my records looking puzzled. I knew exactly what the problem was. I'd always been a big girl, but recently I'd piled on so much weight, she thought she'd got the wrong patient. “But how have you gained so much weight so quickly?” she asked. It was December 2021 and I tipped the scales at over 24st, a size 30 to 32. When I was last weighed at the doctors, 18 months previously, I'd been around 16st. My destructive relationship with food began when my Mum left our family home when I was just 14, leaving me to raise my younger siblings. The next few years…

Terrific tresses Curls are guaranteed to bring a touch of glamour to your party look. Prep your locks with the Wella Deluxe Definition & Protection Mousse, £6.99, to protect from heat and to help your style last longer. Use Remington Botanicals Curling Wand, £41.99, to create your curl of choice depending on where you wrap your hair around the versatile 13-25mm barrel. For maximum volume, complete your do with Colour Wow Raise the Root Spray, £21.50. Tip your head upside down and spray on to your roots for an instant lift. Dazzling eyes Dial up the glitz with the limited-edition NARS Endless Nights Eyeshadow Paletta, £52, which features nin high-pigment shades, including shimmering neutrals and pops of rich pink and purple. To add extra definition to your eyes, follow with…

cookery Semifreddo peanut butter double-choc mousse bombs `Makes 6; Ready in 40 mins, plus cooling and freezing PEANUT BUTTER MUSSE 225ml whipping or double cream, chilled 100g caster sugar ¼tsp vanilla bean paste 125g crunchy peanut butter 50g good-quality white chocolate 40g unsalted butter, cubed ½tsp sea salt TO FINISH 400g good-quality milk chocolate 60g roasted salted peanuts, roughly chopped 1For the peanut butter mousse, cut out 6 × 30cm squares of cling flim and use them to line six small cups. Set aside. 2 Semi-Whip the cream until it has some body but still collapses. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside in the fridge until required. 3 In a saucepan over high heat, bring the sugar, 50ml of water and vanilla to the boil. place the peanut butter and white chocolate in a bowel,…

better health It's that time of the year when you don't need any excuse to have a cheeky drink or three. A bottle of prosecco in the office? Why not? Wine o'clock at your mate's house as the kids play? Go on then! But is idea of all the late nights and the sore heads is filling you with dread? According to research, over a million people in the UK are cutting back on boozing. For health reasons, it's definitely worth exploring sobriety. Alcohol is highly addictive, and it can cause a host of illnesses, such as high blood pressure and liver disease. More worryingly still, according to Cancer Research UK, drinking alcohol can cause seven different types of cancer. From a mental health perspective, it increases anxiety, depression and…

As the man leaned in close to me, I smiled. I'd met Roland at a work party a few months earlier and the attraction had been instant. Ever since, we'd been flirting like a pair of lovestruck teens. But there was a huge problem – I was married with two little girls, Katy, four and two-year-old Amy. But the truth was their dad and I had grown apart and Roland made me happy. In the end, I decided to end my marriage and get a divorce. Roland and I didn't want to take things too fast, so I moved into my own place with the girls and six months later, he joined us. My girls warmed to him straightaway. “If it was just me, Ro and the kids on a…

Yes Elimear O'Hagan, 42, Writer and Editor ‘It's not a competition ladies’ Equality. It's what we all, as women, want, isn't it? Well, in that case we need to respect and support men's health conditions just as much as the ones that impact us, and that includes andropause, or the “male menopause”. How can we expect our menopause to be viewed compassionately if we're not prepared to treat men's in the same way? I was genuinely pleased to learn that men who work for a NHS Trust in the East Midlands are set to be offered up to 12 months of paid leave if they find themselves experiencing this condition, which is triggered by a drop in testosterone levels. Why on earth should men – if genuinely experiencing debilitating symptoms…

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If one of your goals heading into the end of 2023 is to eat comforting food, lose weight and feel great, we have the perfect plan to help get you started on your way to long-term weightloss success. Follow this healthy and flexible eating plan from Slimming World for two weeks and you could lose up to 7lbs*! TOP TIPS FOR SUCCESS • Research of 1.1m slimmers found that regularly attending one of our warm and friendly groups helps members to lose weight and the more often they attend the more weight they lose! See page 47 for a special joining offer! • Your Slimming World group will provide you with bundles of personalised support each week to really help you understand yourself as a slimmer, so prioritise yourself and…

Scandi chic Mix wooden, natural decorations and hints of forest green for a Nordic-inspired theme in your home. Candles, from £3; Stockings, £5 each; Wooden Tree Garland, £7; Tree Decorations from £2; Snow Globe, £5 all B&M Sugar & sweet Add a sprinkling of fairy dust to your Christmas with this sugary look that will be a hit with the little ones. White LED Micro Christmas Tree Lights, from £39.99, Lights4Fun. Copper top Introduce hints of copper to a monochrome scheme for a classy, festive finish. Hanging Decorations, £14.99; Copper Candles, £6.99; Paper Tree Decorations, £8,.99 for three, all Ginger Ray. Festive fun Take the traditional look and introduce nostalgic candy canes and pops of red for a fun-filled theme the family will love. Assorted Christmas Cushions, £19.99 each; Christmas…

NEW SAN DIEGO FLIGHT British Airways will double its service to San Diego next summer, by adding a second daily Heathrow flight. This extra service will start in April 2024. Heathrow to San Diego is BA's longest US route and the new flight will depart daily at 3pm alongside the existing 12:15pm departure. President of the San Diego Tourism Authority, Julie Coker, says that the partnership between British Airways and San Diego shows their commitment to bringing people even closer. Visit Britishairways.com. TEDDY PASSPORTS INTRODUCED Jet2.com has introduced teddy bear passports for children alongside their cuddly toys. The teddy bear passports are now available to all children flying with their teddies from any of the airline's ten UK bases and are given out to the children at check-in. After receiving…

TV WEEK Bill Bailey's new travel show, Bill Bailey's Wild Western Australia, sees him discovering a full-sized replica Stone Henge, a “town” in the Bush populated by 7,000 garden gnomes… and swimming with whale sharks. Here Bill, 58, tells us more… Celebrity travelogues are pretty popular nowadays. What makes this one different? Sometimes travelogues are very much… a channel or some production company has an idea for a show and they just want someone to front it. I had quite a lot to do with it because Western Australia was somewhere I'd wanted to go for a long time. I've toured Australia for many years and I feel a connection with the place, a great love of the country and its people. The one bit of it that I don't…

Louis Theroux Interviews returns with a new batch of cultural icons and industry trailblazers. He travels from New York City to Normandy, Glastonbury to the French Riviera, to bring viewers closer than ever to a diverse range of guests. First up is world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, followed by indepth chats with Dame Joan Collins, Pete Doherty, singersongwriter Raye, actor and producer Ashley Walters, and whistle-blower and activist Chelsea Manning. We caught up with Louis, 53, to find out more. What made you want to do another series? I really enjoyed making the first six and the feeling was this time it would be easier. In fact, it wasn't. It was surprisingly difficult to sort; some names fell out and other names came into the frame. Once the guest…