Table of contents for 3 March 2026 in Bella

With World Book Day just around the corner, the stars are gearing up for another round of annual dress-up, and we can't wait to see what they have in store. Over the years, one celeb who's been at the forefront of the celebrations is Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden. The 55-year-old, plus her radio show co-hosts Jamie Theakston, also 55, and Ashley Roberts, 44, have become well-known for their elaborate costumes, and have previously dressed up as characters from Alice in Wonderland with Amanda going for an impressive Queen of Hearts ensemble. In other years, Amanda has also portrayed Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz, wearing a babyblue chequered pinafore dress and ruby heels. In the same spirit, she also dressed up as The Witch from the iconic Narnia…

Eight years after their well-publicised divorce, Ant McPartlin and Lisa Armstrong have come face-to-face in a heartbreaking reunion. Hurley, the former couple's pet Labrador, sadly passed away earlier this month, with Ant, 50, and make-up artist Lisa, 48, rushing to be by their beloved dog's side at a London vet. After being told the 12-year-old Labrador was too ill to recover, Ant and Lisa made the devastating decision to have Hurley put down and were both there to witness his final moments. The reunion is believed to be the first time Ant and Lisa have seen each other in person since ending their 13-year marriage in 2018. The split saw the pair share custody of Hurley – who they adopted in 2013 – with the dog spending time at the…

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EATING… Morrisons has launched a first-to-market range of 53 Applied Nutrition products, including a new Small & Balanced line of GLP-1 friendly, nutrient-dense ready meals. Perfect for smaller appetites and balanced diets, there are seven tasty varieties, like Chicken Tikka and Cottage Pie, priced at £3.75 for 250-280g, making healthy eating easy. BUYING… Cottage cheese's popularity is soaring, with over 200,000 recipe searches last year. All Things Dairy has launched All Things Cottage Cheese – a high-protein range in Mango, Mixed Berries and Plain, created with nutritionist Emily English. Find recipe inspiration at @emthenutritionist. Available at Ocado, Sainsbury's, and Waitrose, £1.85 for 240g. SUPPLEMENTING… Apple Cider Vinegar is known for supporting metabolism, digestion and blood sugar, but its taste can be a challenge. Nutrition Geeks’ capsules provide all the same…

• Try snake plant and kentia palm for air purification in the lounge. They pull pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene from the air and are great in spaces where people gather. • Allergies? Broad-leafed plants such as rubber plants and ZZ plants naturally catch dust. Wiping the leaves regularly helps maximise this effect. Areca palm and spider plant can help increase humidity and reduce airborne allergens. Pet-friendly varieties are best if animals share your room. • Snake plant and aloe vera are excellent choices for the bedroom as they release oxygen at night. Peace lily also improves air quality while bringing a calm, soft look. Lavender and jasmine are also recognised for their soothing scent, which may help reduce stress levels. • For bathrooms, ferns and ivy are effective moisture…

Stroking my bump, our four-year-old daughter Harriet was bursting with excitement at the idea of becoming a big sister. For weeks, she'd whispered softly to her soon-to-arrive sibling, and I knew she'd dote on him when he was born. In December 2022, at 41 weeks pregnant, I waddled into hospital. Harriet's own birth had been swift – four hours from start to finish – so I didn't think it would be long before our son arrived. And sure enough, three hours after my contractions began, our baby boy Harrison was born, weighing 8lb 9oz. I pressed him to my chest, smiling. But as I cradled him, he made a strange grunting noise. The midwife reassured me, telling me it was just a bit of mucus from a rapid birth, so…

Why go Chances are, if you've ever been to the Czech Republic you've only visited its capital, the beautiful city of Prague. If so, you've been missing a trick. The region of South Bohemia close to the Austrian border feels a world away from Prague's crowds. Instead, you'll enjoy wide-open landscapes, fresh air and a slower pace that's perfect for switching off. Holidays here are built around nature – lakes, forests and river valleys – and adventure and relaxation go hand in hand. Whether you're travelling as a family, a couple or a group of friends, this is the kind of place where days are active and evenings are calm and restorative. Life by the lake Lake Lipno, in the region's heart, is known as the Czech Republic's freshwater sea…

Olivia Munn Olivia, 45, proves comfort can still look elevated, stepping out in a luxe brown co-ord during New York Fashion Week. Catherine, Princess of Wales Kate, 44, swapped her signature suits in favour of an Edeline Lee dress, layered with a matching tonal tailored coat. Claire Foy Leather is set to dominate 2026, and Claire, 41, embraced the timeless texture in trench form, styled with classic black shades. Kelly Rutherford Actor Kelly, 57, looked phenomenal in a one-shoulder gown and sleek silver jewellery. We love the sculptural bag, too. Lizzo The singer, 37, delivered another standout ensemble in a satin floor-length gown at the Grammys, proving her fashion credentials never miss. Dakota Johnson Who said you can't mix trends? Dakota, 36, made a strong case by pairing lace, leopard…

ON THE SLOPES Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have escaped the UK for a skiing getaway with their brood. The two stars looked as loved-up as ever as they posed for photos amid the mountains in Switzerland. TOUCHING TRIBUTE She usually keeps her relationship out of the spotlight, but Holly Willoughby couldn't resist paying tribute to her husband Dan Baldwin in a recent post. ‘I found my Romeo… I love you always,’ the TV presenter gushed. PRETTY IN PINK Christine Lampard showed the other Loose Women who's boss as the 47-year-old anchored a recent episode of the ITV daytime show in this gorgeous pink power suit.…

Her mum is known by millions as the queen of daytime TV, but now Lorraine Kelly's daughter, Rosie Kelly Smith, is ready to step into the spotlight herself. After giving birth to daughter Billie in September 2024 – 66-year-old Lorraine's first grandchild – Rosie and her baby have made numerous appearances on Lorraine's chat show, alongside Rosie's adorable dachshund Ruby. ‘Can you believe this?’ Rosie, 31, has now put pen to paper, sharing some of the tips her famous mum has passed down to her for other new mums to read, while chronicling the honest side of pregnancy and motherhood not everybody is brutal enough to tell you about – all while managing to plan a wedding to her fiancé, Steve White. Here, she tells Bella why she felt it…

Just a few more,’ I said to myself as I opened up another big bag of chocolate buttons. They were my favourite nightly snack. Before I knew it, the bag was empty. Chocolate had always been my comfort, my escape, and my constant companion. For years it felt as though my entire day revolved around what I was going to eat, what I'd eaten and what I regretted eating. There was constant food noise in my head. At 56, I weighed 13st 13lb and wore a size 18 at just 5ft 2in. I was trapped in a body that no longer felt like mine. Instead of doing something about it though, I bought bigger clothes, telling myself they'd make me feel better. I'd tried to cut back on chocolate so…

Crufts Thursday 5 March, Channel 4 The world's most famous dog show is back and, this year, there's a special treat in store as Claudia Winkleman is joining the team at Birmingham NEC to cover all the action from the four-day event. ‘I have always been obsessed with Crufts and I'm officially in love with dogs,’ she smiles. ‘I begged Channel 4 to let me be part of the brilliant team. They said no for two years, but am very happy to say I wore them down! ‘There is literally nowhere on Earth I'd rather be. I have a pocket rammed with treats.’ The Traitors host joins long-time presenter Clare Balding, along with reporters Ellie Simmonds and Radzi Chinyanganya, who'll be patrolling the halls for features and interviews. Meanwhile, viewers…

The hit series Celebrity Puzzling is back on 5 and hosted once again by Jeremy Vine with his two glamorous team captains, Sally Lindsay and Carol Vorderman. Each episode challenges a fresh line-up of celebrity guests to tackle mind-bending puzzles that test logic, lateral thinking and problem-solving skills. Bella sat down with Sally to find out more about the fiendishly clever brainteasers, brand-new games and her thoughts on ageing… Sally, life sounds busy both at work and at home – how are you finding it all? The thought of retiring makes me feel ill. What would I do all day if I wasn't doing this! You've spoken about how women are redefining what it means to be in their 50s, so what has your experience been? This is the first…

She's only just joined the team at The Great British Bake Off, but Nigella Lawson has already made quite an impact on her costars – most notably Paul Hollywood. The two culinary experts will be the judges on the show's upcoming season, with Nigella, 66, replacing Prue Leith. She's already struck up a close bond with co-star Paul, 59, with the pair spending plenty of time together. ‘I'm looking forward to being part of the gang. Paul and I have been chatting non-stop,’ Nigella said. Paul was full of praise for Bake Off's new star. ‘Like Mary and Prue, Nigella has unbelievable taste buds and a huge depth of knowledge,’ he said, before adding, ‘I don't think you can teach Nigella anything when it comes to judging.’…

We've seen several familiar faces return to EastEnders in recent months, and now Grant Mitchell is on his way back to Walford. The BBC has revealed that Ross Kemp, 61, will be reprising his iconic role for a short stint in the coming months. Grant's return comes at a significant time for his family, as his brother Phil is caring for long-time pal Nigel Bates during his dementia battle. Martin Fowler Jr, Grant's estranged son, also arrived in Walford last month. ‘I'm truly delighted to be stepping back into Grant Mitchell 's shoes and returning to EastEnders later this year,’ Ross said, adding that ‘drama inevitably follows’ his soap character.…

No Ana Teubler, 48, standup paddleboard instructor ‘That would blur the boundaries’ I love my husband, James, to bits. But would I have him as a colleague? No thank you. That would blur the boundaries between our work life and our marriage, which would inevitably lead to conflict. James is a landlord and has a family-run estate. When we met 20 years ago, I was an accountant and he asked if I'd like to do his accounts and I said no, knowing it would be a nightmare. For starters, the way he keeps his receipts is infuriating and, if I was his accountant, it would drive me mad. As his wife, it's not my problem, so I don't have to criticise him. I like to help my husband – I'll…

A round 99% of us regain lost pounds because we're simply tackling weight management the wrong way. In his new book, Sugar Tolerance, health coach Steve Bennett reveals how to slim down and maintain it. He tells us, ‘Your entire bloodstream is only designed to tolerate 1tsp of sugar, yet many of us are regularly filling our bodies with a lot more! This makes the body pump out insulin, which can result in extra fat.’ To lose 1-2lb a week and maintain it, Steve says it's all about reducing sugar and lowering insulin resistance. And crucially, it's not about making sacrifices. ‘Diets fail because they tell you to give up certain foods, and our brains are not wired to do this,’ he explains. ‘Instead, work on reduction and eating in…

Health experts have known for a while that nature and wellbeing are interlinked. The benefits of spending time in the outdoors are well-documented, and research by think-tank The King's Fund found that every 10% increase in green space exposure was associated with health improvements equivalent to being five years younger. It's linked to higher levels of physical activity and reductions in several long-term conditions, such as heart disease, cancer, and musculoskeletal conditions. And it's not just the increased access to space for exercise that brings benefits. Intriguingly, studies have also revealed that simply being in close proximity to greenery indoors can benefit our health – including supporting post-surgery recovery. Research from Kansas State University showed that plants serve as a ‘non-invasive, inexpensive and effective complementary medicine’ for surgical patients. The…

EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert After directing the successful 2022 biopic Elvis, Baz Luhrmann is continuing his celebration of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with this unique doc. Featuring never-seen-before footage and recordings of Elvis Presley in concert at his Las Vegas residency during the later stages of his career, this film tells his story in a new way. Watch the legend on the big screen as he performs his hits, alongside restored interviews. Pete Wicks: Man Made The highly anticipated second series of Man Made has landed, sparking open and honest conversations about modern masculinity. In each episode, Essex TV-personality Pete Wicks sits down with famous guests, including Lorraine Kelly, Professor Green and illusionist Dynamo, to tackle big topics in a relatable, accessible way – as well as…