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5 of this summer’s hottest swimwear trends
These bikini and swimsuit styles will be everywhere, says Katie Wright. Holiday season is here – and when it comes to packing for summer...


Bridal suits: The best tailored looks for brides who don’t want to wear a dress
These alternative wedding outfits will help you make a statement on your big day, says Katie Wright. (The Summer Edit/PA) Gone are the...


Ruby Wax on spending five weeks in a mental health clinic last year
The comedian, writer and mental health campaigner says this bout of depression surprised her. By Hannah Stephenson. When Ruby Wax set out...


7 of the best BBQs for a sizzling summer
Time to get your grill on, says Sam Wylie-Harris. With summer coming into full swing, it’s hardly surprising we’re cooking outdoors more...


Signs and symptoms of breast cancer as Amy Dowden reveals diagnosis
The professional dancer shared the news on Instagram. Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Amy Dowden has revealed she has been...


Techniquest have a brand new website with videos and a digital tour
The Techniquest website has had a complete facelift, bringing the science discover centre in Cardiff Bay more fully into focus than ever...


11 lightweight SPFs your skin will love
Add one of these innovative face creams to your routine for everyday protection. By Katie Wright. ‘Use sunscreen every day’ is the...


Why Tenby is top for a seaside break
Award-winning beaches, hidden history and a retro arcade make this Welsh wonderland the ideal location for a family getaway. By Neil...


Andi Oliver’s tea-brined spiced barbecue chicken recipe
Earl Grey tea adds a citrusy succulence to flame-grilled thighs and drumsticks. “To brine or not to brine, that is the question. I would...


5 sunglasses trends that will be everywhere this summer
Update your look with these fashionable frames, says Katie Wright. The quintessential summer accessory, sunglasses are the perfect...


Andi Oliver’s coconut and lime cheesecake recipe
This Caribbean-inspired dessert is sweet and zesty. “The first sweet things I ever made were cheesecakes – they provide endless...


14 clever ways to make small rooms look bigger
Want to make a small home feel bigger? Lisa Salmon seeks some tricks of the trade. Many people live in compact or ‘bijou’ homes and would...


Andi Oliver’s aromatic shrimp curry recipe
The Great British Menu host’s Caribbean curry is full of flavour. “This is one of those brilliant I-can’t-believe-it-was-so-quick dishes...


Brilliant bottles of red for summer barbecue season
Time to get your grill on, says Sam Wylie-Harris. Whether it’s a casual cookout or bonzer BBQ, sizzling season is coming into full swing...


Gordon Ramsay’s coffee-spiced pork shoulder with sweet potato and yuca recipe
A hearty dish spiced with coffee and chilli. One stop on Gordon Ramsay’s culinary journey around the world was Puerto Rico, where he...


6 wedding suit trends every stylish groom should know about
Fashion experts talk through this season’s coolest tailoring looks. By Katie Wright. (Alamy/PA) Every groom wants to feel cool, calm and...


Gordon Ramsay’s chicken andouille gumbo with rice recipe
This is the celebrity chef’s take on gumbo – with lots of chicken and no seafood. Gumbo is a Louisiana institution. Fusing together...


10 clever ways to style up your home office
A summertime work space sets the tone for bright ideas, says Sam Wylie-Harris. Working from home has become our natural habitat, so it’s...


4 signs you’ve eaten too much salt
Thirst isn’t the only indicator that you’re overindulging, experts warn. By Katie Wright. Feeling the urge to glug a glass of water...


11 ways to style boho chic interiors right now
A little creativity goes a long way, says Sam Wylie-Harris. Free-spirited and fun, boho chic has endless appeal for anyone who loves an...
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