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This week has seen warm weather across the UK, with today expected to be recorded as the warmest day of the year so far.Temperatures are predicted to hit 21C today, making the UK hotter than Barcelona in Spain. Barcelona reached just 16C in comparison, with a clear and dry day but cooler than here in Britain. 21C is a whole 10C above the UK average for this time of year and what is usually expected in March.

We’re loving seeing Kate Middleton’s royal Caribbean tour hair looks. It’s only day four but she’s already debuted a sleek day look with a mirror-like shine, plus sported her signature waves and a classic Kate ponytail. Now yesterday, in a look we haven’t seen her wear before, Kate showed off a clever twisted updo – and it’s the perfect style for a hot and humid climate.The name of this style is topsy ponytail, which essentially means the hair has been put into a pony before being twisted through to create a loop.

EastEnders star Melissa Suffield has wowed fans with her latest body confident social media post.The 28-year-old actress, who played Lucy Beale in the BBC soap from 2004 until 2010, has been documenting her life online since becoming a mum to her son River.She regularly shares inspirational quotes with her fans and her latest post has been backed by supports for its empowering message.Melissa's latest social media display features a video of her getting ready for a night out.She takes off her t-shirt and proudly shows off her curves in a matching underwear set.Melissa, who is known as the confident mama online, later shows her all dolled up for her evening.Wearing an edgy coat and a pair of eye-catching boots, Melissa looked uber glam.She styled her trademark blonde tresses straight and accessorised her outfit with a hat and a pair of sunglasses.The TV personality penned alongside her latest video: "That feeling when the day is done. You're supposed to be out that evening.

Katie Price looked ready to burst from her micro bikini as she recreated the iconic Dirty Dancing lift in the sea with her fiancé Carl Woods. The former Page 3 girl looked to be making the most of her time in Thailand as she was photographed a number of times in minuscule bikinis.

Louise Minchin opened up about her exit from BBC Breakfast after hosting the show for nearly two decades on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch.Louise,53, joined her former BBC co-host and friend Steph McGovern, 39, on Wednesday's (March 23) episode of Steph's show.The pair - who worked together on the BBC show for more than eight years together - opened up about her reasons for quitting last September and revealed it was "a long time coming."Louise said: "My boss at the time was very surprised when I told him I was going to leave. Lots of people who watch BBC Breakfast were really surprised too."Steph recalled her reaction to the news, saying: "I was shocked.

The rules of surviving a horror movie are relatively simple. Don’t buy an impossibly cheap house where the previous owner died under unusual circumstances.

TikTok by user Shmaelyn shows a tree appearing to move across the skyline which was sent to her by one of her thousands of 'Macabre Happenings' fans.In the viral video, which now has over a 2.5million likes, she said: "Look at this tree. It kind of looks like it's walking away on its own.

The “post-lunch slump” is a thing of the past – but it’s not all good news, as the drop in productivity is actually happening much earlier.A poll of 2,000 adults found that most reported a dip in their work levels at 11am, with just 9% feeling their least productive at 3pm.Nearly half of those who feel unproductive are losing an hour or more a day due to low energy levels – that’s more than six working weeks lost due to sluggishness per year.And with 46% struggling with productivity during work hours, this could cost businesses £3,500 a year per employee.For the average size SME, this adds up to almost £438,000 annually.Low energy levels are cited as the primary cause of unproductivity, with two-thirds struggling to get through the day.But many are baffled about how to improve energy levels – with just a quarter aware of the positive impact diet can have, despite food being a primary energy source.TV star and fitness fanatic Mark Wright, spokesman for California Almonds, which commissioned the research, said: “Between training, work, and spending time with family, my days are always so busy, so I have to make sure I’m as productive as possible to fit it all in.“A productive morning is essential for me to get everything done, so choosing the right fuel at breakfast is vital and sets me up for the day.”The study also found that 43% struggle with productivity in the morning – but two-thirds don’t believe a balanced breakfast fuels them first thing in the day.And six in ten never choose food with energy in mind.Nearly two-thirds (60%) opt for quick boosts like toast and coffee, which provide a short-term energy kick, but can also contribute to the 11am slump.And with one in five Brits finding themselves extra productive at

Only Way Is Essex star Lauren Goodger has caused shock among fans after appearing with an alarmingly red face.Her skin was covered in a painful-looking red raw outbreak in a snap she shared to her Instagram Story for her 791,000 followers.Thankfully though, the former TOWIE star reassured fans that it’s nothing to worry about because she was just doing a beauty treatment.The post, captioned ‘Ouch’, featured a particular kind of face mask that leaves a red residue behind after application.Fans got particularly worried because the mum of one is currently expecting baby number two with her partner Charles Drury.But now that we can all breathe a big sigh of relief, we take a look at the star’s life. Capital FM reports that Lauren Goodger has a net worth of £2.1 million.

Liverpool winger Stewart Downing has claimed that Jamie Carragher's wife, Nicola Hart, has an 'unbelievable' singing voice.Downing revealed that Hart 'wowed' the Liverpool squad with a number from Adele when on a night out. The English winger also revealed how he hated singing for squad initiations.

Ukrainian city of Odessa are preparing for the Russian invasion to hit them by taking part in weapons training. Pictures emerged this week of civilian women being shown how to use machine guns, as Russia advances on the modern city.

“Stranger Things” season 4 is almost here, and to get fans excited Netflix just dropped new photos.

The Duchess Of Cambridge has done nothing but wow us with her wardrobe whilst on the royal tour in the Caribbean and her latest elegant look is no different. Looking radiant as she touched down in Jamaica alongside Prince William, Kate sported a gorgeous yellow Roksanda dress in the same vivid hue as the Jamaican flag.

Kate Ferdinand has opened up on what it’s like for her on Mother’s Day in the wake of her step-children having lost their mum. Kate, 30, celebrated her first Mother’s Day last year after welcoming son Cree in December 2020. Prior to becoming a biological mum, however, Kate had been acting as a step-mother to Rio Ferdinand’s three kids; Tate, 13, Lorenz, 15, and Tia, ten.

EastEnders star Ricky Champ's pregnant wife Sammy Gilbert was taken to hospital yesterday after she reported feeling really unwell.The mum-of-one, who is expecting her second child in July, posted a snap from her hospital bed as she was recuperating from an unexplained illness. "Not where I planned spending today! Everything's ok with bub, just high blood pressure for me," the star's partner explained in an Instagram story. Going on to praise the medical professionals and pregnancy team, Sammy said: "Southend hospital midwives are amazing.

Prince Philip was reportedly “spitting blood” after finding out Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s plans to leave the royal family, a royal author has claimed.The late Duke of Edinburgh allegedly also further told an aide “we were wrong about her all along” and was said to be furious over the fact the couple made the announcement before informing senior royals first. According to author Christopher Anderson, the late Duke went straight to the Queen to express his “anger”.

Kate Middleton has been photographed experiencing difficulty controlling her dress as she and husband Prince William touched down in Jamaica.The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge., 40, are currently on a Caribbean tour on behalf of The Queen in honour of her Platinum Jubilee this year and arrived in Jamaica following a short stay in Belize. Mum-of-three Kate looked gorgeous in a striking yellow dress that featured a floral design on the shoulder, and her brunette tresses were swept back into a low ponytail.

Katie Price is reportedly planning her “most extreme surgery ever” in the hopes of shrinking her waistline.The reality star, 43, has only recently undergone a brow lift but is reportedly eyeing up her next surgery which could end up being her most extreme yet. Katie is apparently wanting to get “a rib removed to create a svelte waist”, however the former glamour model has received warnings from cosmetic surgeons over the unusual and complicated procedure. A source told Closer magazine that Katie “misses her old physique and womanly curves”, which is why she is considering the drastic procedure.

A Place in the Sun’s Laura Hamilton was caught on video pole dancing in a Spanish bar on Tuesday while away on location for the Channel 4 show. The 39 year old was filmed enjoying a wild night out after flying to Valencia on work duty in a clip posted to Instagram Story to be watched by the presenter’s 153,000 followers.

Maury Povich is saying goodbye to television.

GEMMA Collins kissed her stepson on the lips as she enjoyed their first family holiday. The star gave Tristan a sweet peck after they jetted on holiday with his dad Rami Hawash.