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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.

The viking who stole our hearts!

START YOUR WEEK with a smile

The Unforgettable, Ann • Showbiz Ed Dani Southwood pays tribute to our unforgettable columnist...

The porker that won Jane McDonald’s heart • Jane McDonald stayed loyal to her Yorkshire hometown for years, and it was all for love…

Fergie and The Traitor! • Alan Carr’s visit to Royal Lodge raised eyebrows – but it seems the comedian and Sarah Ferguson were simply talking TV...

SUMMER in the city... • Keep cool when the weather is hot

Gird your loins... it’s Stanley Tucci! • best caught up with megastar Stanley Tucci in New York, discussing all things Tucci in Italy and, of course, The Devil Wears Prada!

Joan Collins is my inspiration! • Carolyne Martin didn’t know what to do with herself when her husband died. But now she’s ‘Walking the Walk!’

We’re ALL TALKING about

The ultimate name drop • Brad Pitt’s children are making a very public statement – by dropping their famous father’s surname

I make £6,000 a month on Vinted! • Jess Morton lost eight stone – and unexpectedly turned her unwanted wardrobe into a thriving business...

FINISHING touch... • Chunky bracelets are the hottest way to update any outfit

Ready, steady, glow! • Looking lacklustre? From savvy skincare to instant make-up, Lesley Reynolds from the Harley Street Skin Clinic has all the answers

Magic mists! • Summer-proof your beauty routine from top to toe

Elsa McAlonan BEST BEAUTY BARGAINS UNDER £10

The Tummy Tamer Diet! • Lose 2 inches off your tummy and up to 10lb in two weeks

Watching the Birdies! • Sian Swan has turned her garden into a secret haven for one of Britain’s most unloved birds...

Summer bakes… • These classic cakes are perfect for any special occassion

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 nine books. His first novel, Death by Noir is out now. 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. Here’s his boozy bargain find for this week...

Sleep easy... • Transform your bedroom into a relaxing sanctuary

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

I’m too old to talk rubbish! • Here, our fabulous columnist Vanessa Feltz reveals where she hopes to find her perfect man this Summer

What would Maggie do? • Most people dread the thought of moving into a care home, but when Michael Maslinski’s wife developed dementia, although fit and healthy, he didn’t hesitate to move in with her. Now, inspired by his late wife, Michael is advocating for other residents...

CHERYL BAKER ‘Retiring? Don’t be ridiculous!’ • As The Fizz hit the road again, Eurovision legend Cheryl Baker talks motherhood, marriage, ageing, and the buzz she still gets from being on stage

See the world from HELEN’S HILARIOUS VIEWPOINT... • Our fabulous and funny columnist, comedian Helen Lederer is here to tell it like it is, in her own witty way…

Dupe of the week! • Which body scrub mimics the tropical vibes of a cult classic?

best TV guide Stay in, save £££s • From behind the scenes of Hollywood, to...