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Best delivers a varied and lively mix of ideas and inspiration to inform and entertain real women and help them get more out of every aspect of their busy lives. Best is topical, practical, offering more variety than any other weekly by embracing traditional topics in a modern way.

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‘I’m glad I’m not her mother-in-law!’ • Denise Welch hasn’t held back when it comes to her son’s ex Taylor Swift, and the megastar has a few thoughts of her own!

Heartbroken Cat... and the clues we missed! • This Morning ’s Cat Deeley has officially split from her husband Patrick Kielty

Royal mums & their sons • As Prince George turns 12, we take a look at the close bond between him and Kate, as well the one she shares with her youngest son, Louis. And also recall Diana’s enduring love for William and Harry...

READY to wear! • Get set for the new season with pieces you can buy now

‘Think confidence. Think swagger’ • Dame Helen Mirren talks turning 80 and how her take on ageing is echoed in her new movie, The Thursday Murder Club

The power of letters • When Natalia Millman lost her dad, she didn’t know how to deal with her grief, but everything changed when she decided to put pen to paper...

We’re ALL TALKING about • If you haven’t had time to keep up with Facebook, X or Instagram, we’ve done it for you…

Ann Widdecombe QUEEN OF COMMON SENSE • Strictly straight-talking former MP Ann Widdecombe is one of the most colourful characters in politics, but she revealed a totally different side to her personality when she took part in a certain dance competition. Now, Ann joins best to share her views...

‘I love our 16-year age gap’ • Jessica Thompson has defied expectations and followed her heart…

TOP it off! • Update your Summer wardrobe with a graphic print t-shirt

Beauty secrets to… AGEING LESS • From lotions and potions to plastic fantastic each week our experts will tell you how to stay looking younger for longer whatever your budget

Beauty summer swaps • Lighten up and stay radiant!

Elsa McAlonan BEST BEAUTY BARGAINS UNDER £10

DINE AT 3PM AND DROP 5LBS! • New research reveals eating your main meal by 3pm could be the answer to faster weight loss this summer with slimmers losing around a stone more by following a time-conscious routine. Follow our high protein breakfast, lunch and dinner plan to stay fuller for long and you could lose upto 5lbs in 7 days!

Honeytrap to catch killer • When Lehanne Sergison’s aunt was brutally murdered, she was determined to get justice…

Summer desserts! • Enjoy these fresh and fruity delights

Wine of the week! with Olly Smith • Sharing his passion for wine for 20 years, Olly’s a regular on Saturday Kitchen, a food hero for P&O Cruises and award-winning author of eight books. With his extensive knowledge of all things booze, the only thing Olly is more enthusiastic about than a glass of the good stuff, is sharing it as widely as possible. So, this week, his boozy bargain find...

Bright now! • Bring your house to life with bold accessories

What would Vanessa say? • Our celebrity agony aunt, Vanessa Feltz, tackles your problems with her usual wit, wisdom and humour

‘My friends don’t recognise me’ • Labelled a ‘ladette’ in the Nineties, Gail Porter’s career nosedived when her hair fell out. Homeless, bald and broke, she ended up sectioned. But Gail is back, happily single – and rocking a brand-new look…

Discovering my inner ice queen • Always up for a challenge, Gaby Huddart decided to confront her dislike of the cold by signing up for an ice bath experience...

The ‘perimenopausal James Bond’ on her new...