Best

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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START YOUR week with a smile

HOLLY FROZEN OUT • She may be back on Dancing on Ice but Holly Willoughby has been dealt another blow, as the BBC axes her show…

Tears at home • Emotions were running high as Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan rallied around daughter Chloe…

Should ‘lazy’ Kate step up? • As she celebrates her 42nd birthday, and it’s revealed she had 123 engagements compared to the Princess Royal’s 457, is pressure building on the Princess of Wales for more public duties...

HOOKED ON classics... • Give your wardrobe a chic new look

‘There’s this idea that I’m a snob – I’m not!’ • Joanna Lumley, star of new Netflix show Fool Me Once, talks modern life, common misconceptions people have about her and the secret to her success…

The best job… In the world? • THE WAY I SEE IT... Wise words from our feisty, fearless and funny columnist

Dying to be skinny • Divorced mum-of-two Michelle Sword, 45, bought weight-loss injections on the internet to lose a few pounds. Instead, she almost lost her life

‘I’m making everything darker’ • TV presenter Claudia Winkleman on embracing the chaos of The Traitors – and why betrayal’s no fun

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

JUMP INTO January • Put your best foot forward in a pair of new trainers...

You are never too old for a challenge! • Sarah Watling had always known becoming a foster parent was her calling, she just waited until she retired to realise her dream

6 ways to skip the salon • Easy updates for great hair at home

Rescue me... • Lesley Reynolds from the Harley Street Skin Clinic reveals her storecupboard beauty essentials on a shoestring

PROCESS LESS & lose up to 1st! • Indulged over Christmas? Our diet plan is full of goodness to help you look and feel great again…

A walk down memory lane • Writer Kate Mulvey found that getting back to her roots helped heal a broken heart...

Diet-friendly dinners • Short of time? Whip up these quick-to-cook meals by Pinch of Nom that start from just 284 cals per serving

‘There’s a murder in every episode!’ • Grantchester is officially back for its eighth season – and lead actor Robson Green promises drama a-plenty…

Can you teach a cat Welsh? • According to research, a pet cat or dog in later life can slow brain fade and help you keep your wits about you. Wendy Gomersall tests the theory with her moggy, Sealy…

Bargain hunt... • Hit refresh with these new season buys that start from just £1

Shunned, shamed & scarred • Lives were ruined by the Post Office scandal, as Toby Jones’ latest ITV drama reveals…

‘I’m all about the small daily wins!’ • Joe Wicks tells us why we don’t have to go on a crazy fitness and diet mission this new year. Music to our ears!

Stop being skint! • Looking for a way to overhaul your finances in 2024? Inside, husband and wife team Naomi and Ricky Willis (aka Skint Dad) share their wisdom, tips and tricks on how we can all make our money go further…

Being skint SUCKS • Below are some tips that can help you start saving...

IF THERE’S one thing YOU CAN DO… • Naomi Willis (one half of Skint Dad) has shared one tip you can do a month to reduce your bills and save around £2,000 a year...

‘Credit companies are your best friend – until the threatening letters turn up’ •...