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Astro
– JO, CAIRNS, QLD. ACould your husband be depressed? Rather than romance, your husband’s chart shows a classic midlife crisis, and with Saturn in the picture, he’s being stoic and holding it all in. A few counselling sessions might help, along with
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Air Fryer brunch
To keep cooked hash browns warm while cooking bacon, place in a moderately slow oven (160C). To keep first batch of cooked croissants warm while cooking second batch, place in a moderately slow oven (160C). Or reheat all croissants in the air fryer
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Elvis ‘Love Child’ blindsides Priscilla!
Priscilla Presley was left all shook up by a close encounter with a woman who claims to be Elvis’ love child! New details of the encounter were shared last week by the New York Post. According to the publication, the incident occurred at Priscilla’s
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Check Yourself
GOT A HEALTH Q? DR MANSBERG’S GOT THE ANSWERS... Here are the DIY health checks worth doing and what to give up… The practice of breast self-examination was established in the 1950s, before the invention of mammography. However, even back then, ther
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Kitchen Hacks
Q Is it possible to cook pasta in the microwave? A Yes, a microwave will produce cooked pasta that is perfect to stir through a sauce or when making a pasta bake. As a guide, add 3 to 4 cups (270g to 360g) of raw pasta to a large microwave-safe bowl
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The Low-Down On: Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is the ninth most common cancer in females in Australia, but it’s the sixth most common cause of cancer deaths for women in Australia. Dubbed a ‘silent killer’, around 1700 women are expected to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer each ye
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Starry Sisterhood Firm Friends… then & now!
Demi Moore got a bonus surprise while receiving an award at a gala in Beverly Hills late last month. What started out as a fundraising dinner for the Women’s Cancer Research Fund turned into an unofficial Now and Then reunion between Demi and her cas
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Horoscopes
An unexpected offer might be flattering, but don’t stretch yourself too thin. These stars are about quality not quantity, so ease off that accelerator. As Venus spins into your sign, those senses will need satisfying. Good food, live music …and that’
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It’s Time To Shake Things Up'
GOLDA In cinemas Thu. Dame Helen Mirren has played her fair share of real people over the course of her six-decade career. But her latest historical figure, Israel’s first female head of government Golda Meir, sees the actress delivering her most sta
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Peter’s Hip Replacement …at 58!
Peter Overton is being lovingly cared for by his wife, Jessica Rowe, following his recent hip replacement. The respected Nine News presenter, 58, had been absent on-air in recent weeks due to needing surgery, but finally returned to the news desk las
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Sharp Style
Level up your office attire with the simple addition of a statement belt over a classic blazer and skirt combination. Add a pointed mule for a dressier touch! MADE FROM RECYCLED MATERIALS Now the weather is cooling down, add an extra layer to your ta
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Make The Most Of Yoghurt
Serve this vegie dish as a side to grilled chicken, lamb or fish. Pine nuts can be toasted in the microwave. Place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on High for 1 minute at a time, stirring until lightly toasted. Replace raspberries with frozen m
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Matthew Newton’s Marriage Mystery
Australian actor Matthew Newton has laid low since moving to America a decade ago, where he married the daughter of a top New York politician. Now, there’s speculation over his personal life, after his wife, Catherine Schneiderman, posted a string o
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Journey to Jakarta
With its population of more than 10 million people, Jakarta offers a busy, buzzy destination where modernity merges with a rich and colourful history. The Indonesian capital is known for its culture, incredible food and also its friendly people. Howe
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Cracks Are Showing!
Moving to the idyllic climes of Portugal was supposed to be a way for Princess Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, to raise their young sons in a sunny – and private – location. “Portugal is the dream because I can go to the supermarket in my e
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Turn On Meghan!
When legal drama Suits premiered in 2011 on a US cable television network, it received a tepid reception, but still gave then-unknown actress Meghan Markle her foothold into the industry. In recent years, the show has been given new life as a streami
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This Week In… New Idea
I’m not proud to admit this, but it doesn’t take much for me to bail on a social occasion – a bit of hay fever or a slight headache will have me swapping my glad rags for trackie dacks. So I was more than impressed to see Victoria ‘Posh Spice’ Beckha
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It’s Bea vs Meghan!
Princess Beatrice was recently spotted at Spotify’s London office, where she hosted a discussion about the future of technology. It sent out a clear sign that the streaming giant isn’t afraid to partner with royals, even after its relationship soured
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Can You Really Afford A Home Loan?
Calculating if you can afford home loan repayments before you buy is essential. Lenders will have their own calculation methods to satisfy their lending criteria, so it can be easy to presume that is enough. Once a loan is pre-approved, you will be p
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Back On Set For New Fisk!
Kitty Flanagan has dusted off her famous baggy brown suit to begin filming the third season of her award-winning comedy, Fisk, in Melbourne. Her loveable character Helen Tudor-Fisk is now a partner at the law firm – renamed Gruber & Fisk – which of c
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Pruning Pro
Fri. 7pm on Channel 7 and in Better Homes and Gardens magazine every month. Pruning your ornamental and productive plants is a great way to shape them into the look you want, maintain vigour and remove disease. This can be done at many points in a p
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Deadly Sibling Spats
American teenager Kevon Watkins had a history of arguing with his mother and siblings, especially when it came to the family’s wi-fi. However, in February 2018, the regular row turned fatal. Watkins, from Georgia, was infuriated when he experienced a
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Moving On After Divorce
James Stewart is a single man. After speculation about his marriage to former Home and Away co-star Sarah Roberts, she confirmed in an interview with Stellar magazine they had finalised their divorce. “My belief of marriage is that two people grow an
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What’s Really Going On with Hugh?
Weeks of random postings from Hugh have raised eyebrows – and alarm bells… Given the shock end of his 27-year marriage, it’s not surprising that Hugh Jackman is taking some time to adjust to life as a single man. But in the seven months since he and
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Winter Forecast
Sydney-based therapist James Vivian shares his winter skincare guide and trends to look out for as winter approaches. “Some ingredients that you should look out for include hyaluronic acid and aloe vera,” says James. “These ingredients help replenish
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‘Nursing Is In Our Blood!’
Exhausted, hungry and aching, Eilis Armfield returns to her Adelaide home after a hectic night shift in Flinders Medical Centre’s cardiac ward. Like always, she’s helped and cared for people at the lowest ebb of their lives. Along with a good feed, E
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A Mad Men Wedding!
Christina Hendricks has tied the knot again, saying ‘I do’ to George Bianchini recently in New Orleans. The Mad Men actress has been dating George, a camera operator, since 2020. Their intimate nuptials were held in the city’s French Quarter. Christi
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‘It Made Me The Person I Am Today’
In a world away from the international stardom she now enjoys, Matildas prodigy Mary Fowler has revealed the humble beginnings that helped pave the way for her success. From living in cars and tents with her four siblings as the family struggled for
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Star Shots
Harvey Keitel, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman and John Travolta reunited in Los Angeles to celebrate the cult film’s 30th anniversary. After being named Colonel-in-Chief of her late father Major Bruce Shand’s former regiment, Camilla got to see his t
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Turn Their Backs On Oz!
Following his retirement from the Australian cricket team, David Warner is embarking on a surprising new phase in life – as a Bollywood actor! David recently filmed an advertisement for an Indian fintech company to promote the firm’s payment transfer
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