Prince Harry spent some quality time with his grandfather, the Duke of Edinburgh yesterday during their first official engagement together. The pair opened the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey together marking London’s Poppy Day. The pair attended a service at Westminster Abbey and paid their respects, before both laying a Cross of Remembrance at […]
It looks like Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick‘s twins take after their fashion forward mum! Marion and Tabitha, four, have started developing their own style despite often wearing matching outfits. “They pick out their own clothes every single day. They won’t listen. I just provide the clothing and a lot of those dresses they […]
Debenhams has rolled out “real size” mannequins in all 170 of its stores after a successful trial in its flagship London store in 2010. The curvaceous figurines will model the store’s latest fashions alongside a diminished number of more traditional size 10 models. “The average British woman is a size 16, but the high street […]
Princes Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have commenced their nine-day royal tour of India by taking part in a traditional prayer ceremony on the banks of the river Ganges.
A study by Australia’s Bond University in conjunction with scientists in the Netherlands found that there was a significant risk of “over-diagnosis” and therefore over-medication. Researchers said the wider classification of symptoms for ADHD – attention deficit hyperactive disorder – in the psychiatric manual used in the profession has led to a steep rise in […]
As Khloe Kardashian continues to put her marriage back together, it seems her estranged husband, former NBA player Lamar Odom, has a different idea. Last week, the troubled 34-year-old, who refuses to go to rehab, convinced his wife he was committed to his sobriety and their marriage. The pair, who marked their fourth wedding anniversary […]
Jennifer Lopez has been forced to defend her youthful looks after London-based plastic surgeon Dr. Ayham Al-Ayoubi tweeted that she showed “many signs of plastic surgery”. J.Lo almost immediately responded saying: “Sorry Sir, but I have never had plastic surgery of any kind. #fact”. Dr. Ayham Al-Ayoubi apologised soon after saying the initial tweet, which […]
Pregnancy is now the number one reason behind workplace discrimination complaints, overtaking disability and family responsibilities for the first time. Of 235 complaints received by the FWO in 2012-13 pregnant women who felt they had been discriminated against at work accounted for 28 per cent, up dramatically from eight per cent in 2010-11. Historically discrimination […]
It's the simplest of daily tasks – packing a lunch box for your child. But for thousands of Sudanese refugees in Australia, this and many other routine parental chores are incomprehensible.
The Swedish royal has confirmed with Swedish magazine Svensk Damtidning that she and husband Christopher O’Neill are due to welcome a little Princess in February of next year. Madeleine revealed the gender of the royal baby while registering for a baby website the couple will use to create a gift registry for their upcoming upcoming […]
The Prince of Wales turns the pen on the media guest-editing the November issue of Country Life magazine. Charles, who is also the cover star, has chosen to feature stories that reflect his interest in art, music, architecture and design. He also writes about his “visions for rural life and sustainability planning”, and features a […]
Denise Richards is refusing to care for her ex-husband Charlie Sheen’s children with Brooke Mueller any longer after revealing they are violent towards her daughters. Denise has written a letter to the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services stating she no longer wishes to care for the boys and blames Brooke for […]
As Vanity Fair continues to pen a scathing tell-all article about Gwyneth Paltrow, the actress has ramped up her own attack right back on the magazine. The Iron Man 3 star was already requesting that her celebrity circle of friends steer clear of the publication, after it vowed to bring her down. The 41-year-old has […]
Sure it's the race that stops the nation, but leading up to those few minutes, all eyes are trackside at Flemington. Have a look at our favourite trackside looks from today.
Actress Drew Barrymore said only last month she would love to have another baby "right away", following the birth of her daughter Olive in September last year, and she has certainly lived up to her word.
After bad reviews in the UK and Australia, the film opened at 38 screens across the US, making an average just $1700 at each location. Despite the hype and high-profile advertising of the movie, it has performed poorly in its target markets, grossing an average of $500,000 per week since it opened in the UK […]
Ever wondered why the pretty girls at school stuck together? Why boy bands share their good looks? Or why Ja’mie and her friends are all so “quiche”? According to new research by the University of California, these groups’ collective attractiveness is no coincidence, but it may all be smoke and mirrors. It’s called “the cheerleader […]
It’s not so much changing rooms as it is changing royal digs. In a renovation rumoured to have cost $1.7m, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have put their personal stamp on Kensington Palace. Catherine, who took charge of the project, spent the past 18 months perfecting Apartment 1A inside the famous building. Now she […]
Drew Barrymore is expecting her second child with husband Will Kopelman! A representative for the actress confirmed the news to E! News after pregnancy rumours began following her appearance at the LACMA Art+FIlm Gala on Saturday. The pair, who are already parents to 13-month-old daughter Olive, have made no secret of their desire for more […]
The Chanel designer faces legal action from a pressure group called Belle, Ronde, Sexy et jet m’assume (Beautiful Rounded Sexy and fine with it), who campaign for the rights of women of all sizes. The group has filed a complaint against the 80-year-old designer accusing him of defamation following his comments over the push for […]
Brooklyn, 14, was invited to a training session at the famous club last week. He was accompanied by his father and the drills went so well, Brooklyn has reportedly been invited back. It’s not the first time a Premier League club has noticed Brooklyn’s prodigious skill – he has already trained with Chelsea and Queens […]
Celebrities are known for trying controversial weight-loss techniques, but Michelle Pfeiffer has revealed she used to follow a cult that allowed her to only “gain” nutrients from air and sunlight. The 55-year-old says she became a “breatharian” and began to believe the “philosophy” that food was unnecessary and that humans should solely rely on air […]
The stars stepped out in style for Victoria Derby Day this weekend, to celebrate the beginning of the Melbourne Cup Carnival. While the women showed off some amazing ensembles and attention-grabbing fascinators (err, Lara Bingle), there were plenty of well-dressed, handsome men giving the ladies a run for their money this year. Check out Australia’s […]
Hollywood power couple Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas have rekindled their romance as Catherine moves back into their New York apartment just six months after their marriage separation. The 44-year-old Chicago actress made the move shortly after Michael, 69, was spotted wearing his wedding ring again at the premiere of his new movie, Last Vegas. […]
Shedding a third of her body weight and feeling happier than ever, Mahalia Barnes is one hot mama. The last time rock royal Mahalia Barnes splashed out on a bikini she was in high school. “I was a teenager when I bought one,” laughs the gorgeous singer, who vowed just 12 months ago she’d never […]
She’s shed an incredible 30 kilos, now Mahalia Barnes is sharing her weight loss secrets with Woman’s Day. 1. Be honest Be realistic about what you’re eating and your portion sizes. On weight watchers, I believe the tracking is the most important thing! It takes away any excuses and holds you accountable for your choices. […]
The pair play happy families as she fears her brand will be affected by their split. They’ve been separated for months and in that time we barely saw them in the same city, which makes Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom’s constant public displays of togetherness since they announced their split all the more intriguing. Orlando […]
Retired Aussie cricketer Shane Warne and British screen siren Elizabeth Hurley have patched up their differences and are headed back down the altar, despite more scandalous text message claims. The overtly public couple have become hush, hush of late. Their twitter accounts – which are usually littered with love for each other – are silent, […]
Sarah Williamson was inches from death when terrorists stormed a Nairobi shopping centre. With her eyes glued to a CCTV screen, Sarah Williamson’s heart was beating so hard she thought the killers prowling just metres away might be able to hear it. In front of the Victoria University student, a tiny monitor showed six men […]
Paris and plus-size aren't two terms that fashionistas often place together, but this week the style capital broke boundaries hosting its first ever plus size fashion week.
The announcement of Princess Madeleine of Sweden’s pregnancy came as a pleasant surprise to royal watchers, and now the 31-year-old royal has admitted even she was shocked. Appearing on the cover of Sweden’s Elle magazine, the Swedish royal with model good looks says her pregnancy happened “a little fast and very suddenly”. News that Madeleine and […]
Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher have officially ended their relationship by getting a divorce – two years after they broke up! “Ashton and Demi have finally signed their divorce agreement,” a source close to the pair told the New York Post. “They are about to file paperwork with the court that will formally end their […]
The Queen has shown she's just as good at recycling outfits as her granddaughter-in-law Kate, wearing her favourite pink coat and hat for the fourth time in 12 months.
Jessica Simpson says having her two children has “changed my perspective completely” about what matters in life, especially when it comes to worrying about weight. The star, who is mother to 17-month-old daughter Maxwell Drew and four-month-old son Ace, says her kids have helped her to re-evaluate and go easy on herself. “My pregnancies (especially […]
The long-awaited Bridget Jones’s Diary sequel could be in doubt because author Helen Fielding and actress Renee Zellweger don’t see eye to eye. The third instalment, Mad About The Boy, has now been written into two scripts, one starring Renee, who played lead character Bridget in the first two movies, and one that doesn’t. In […]
Hamish Blake and Zoe Foster Blake have confirmed they are expecting their first child together. “We just cleared all the final tests yesterday to ascertain that’s it’s definitely a genius and future Olympian, so now we are thrilled to be able to share our news. We’re wrapped.” Hamish said in a press release. “I would […]
The clip, posted on GlobalDemocracy.com, shows a blonde model arriving at a photo shoot bare-faced and with un-styled hair. The studio’s lighting is then switched on, making the model look slimmer, before a hair and makeup artist works her magic, adding lashings of cosmetics and a hairpiece, dramatically altering the model’s appearance. The photo is […]
The once-mischievous heir to the throne told a respiratory nurse he had indulged in the habit as a youngster, but “a few cigarettes behind a chicken coop” were enough to lead him to quit. At an event celebrating the work of nurses held at Clarence House, the Prince of Wales asked a group of respiratory […]
In recent years, Nicole Kidman has had no trouble opening up the ex-files and she’s at it again. The actress has once again discussed her failed marriage to Tom Cruise, saying, in the December issue of Vanity Fair, that it was an “intoxicating” relationship in the public eye and a very romantic time of her […]
Will Smith and his wife Jada Pinkett Smith have always had an unconventional relationship, but are the long-time couple really over this time? Prompting rumours of marriage trouble and a trial separation, the pair have not seen each other in more than two months, and Jada has reportedly moved into her brother Caleeb Pinkett‘s home. […]
When Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall was invited to tour an equestrian club, she could think of no one better to accompany her then her mother-in-law. The Queen attended a tour of the Ebony Horse Club in Brixton, south London with Camilla where they met young riders and volunteers and watched horse riding skills demonstrations. […]
The Career Centre at the University of California Irvine sparked controversy on Monday when it sent out an email entitled “How to Ace That Job Interview”. While the words contained in the message body were inoffensive, one of the pictures used left many female students outraged. The image showed an Asian woman “before” and “after” […]
Robyn Lawley has weighed in on young women’s desire for a “thigh gap” – a disturbing social media trend encouraging users to be unhealthily thin. The 24-year-old Australian model expressed her disgust writing about the proliferation of the trend, which encourages women to pursue a “thigh gap”, defined as the space between one’s thighs. “Everywhere […]
Domestic goddess Nigella Lawson is refusing to cooperate with Vanity Fair as they delve into the “real” reasons for her split from husband Charles Saatchi. The magazine is set to reveal “the truth” behind the 53-year-old celebrity chef’s divorce from the 70-year-old art dealer in the wake of photographs that showed him with his hands […]
It may be a mission impossible, but doctors have warned parents to limit their children to just two hours of online activity per day. The recommendation from The American Academy of Pediatrics has found that giving children unrestricted access to social media, texting, smartphones and laptops can have a huge impact on their physical, psychological […]
Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall have revealed they were shocked by her pregnancy because they weren’t planning to start a family for a year or two. In a candid interview in the November issue ofThe Australian Women’s Weeklythe couple revealed the Queen’s fourth great-grandchild is coming much sooner than they’d expected. “It probably happened quicker […]
Seasoned bride Kim Kardashian has decided to let her new fiance, hip-hop artist Kanye West, take charge of their wedding plans, handing over the reins to her hubby-to-be, despite her previous well-publicised experience in wedding planning. “We honestly haven’t had a moment to talk about it or even breathe, so we haven’t really talked about […]
Just 28 days after giving birth to her first child, the former Miss Universe Australia bounces back with a bikini bod. As Rachael Finch smiles confidently in a red bikini, it’s difficult to believe she gave birth to baby Violet just last month. Looking every bit the glamazon, she has bounced back from what was […]
Kim Kardashian’s joy at Kanye West’s showy proposal turns to bitterness after she’s snubbed by the pop queen. Just hours after she accepted rapper Kanye West’s epic marriage proposal on her 33rd birthday, reality star Kim Kardashian’s happiness turned to anger as it was revealed she’d been betrayed by her supposedly close friend Beyonce. When […]
Back home for his daughter’s sacred day, he’s barely noticed being dumped by Rhonda. In a perfectly pristine Balinese compound in Denpasar, a priestess dressed in white sits atop a mountain of offerings, ringing a tiny bell and chanting. Kadek Mahardika, aka Ketut from the AAMI TV ads, is about to have his baby daughter […]
Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom have amicably parted ways, but is Justin Bieber to blame for the break-up? The pair, who ended their six-year romance last week, have stepped out together since announcing their split and are putting on a united front, insisting they will continue to “love, support and respect” each other. But rumours […]
Friends star Lisa Kudrow recently revealed she had a nose job at age 16, a decision she now calls “life changing”. “I went from, in my mind, hideous to not hideous. I did it the summer before going to a new high school. So there were plenty of people who wouldn’t know how hideous I […]
There were cheers and applause for Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik when they arrived at the Sydney Opera House tonight but this night truly belonged to architect Jorn Utzon. A host of dignitaries and a democratic audience of hundreds of members of the public who were lucky enough to secure the free tickets […]
If you’re one of those people who dread the big spring clean, listen up! Aussie-born organisational guru Peter Walsh has some refreshing tips for cleaning out and decluttering your home. Peter, who is Oprah Winfrey’s trusted organisation expert, says families have close to one tonne of things in their house that they don’t use or […]
Throngs of people were queuing outside Randwick’s Mary Martin Library as the news hit the shopping centre in Sydney’s eastern suburbs that Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik were just two of a clutch of distinguished visitors expected. The Weekly was lucky enough to be invited along to The Alannah and Madeline Foundation’s private […]
In a stunning silver grey dress dotted with sequinned daisies and teamed with spike-heeled studded stilettoes Crown Princess Mary walked the red carpet with her Crown Prince by her side in to the reception for the launch of a rather unique exhibition in the Western Foyer of Sydney Opera House tonight. Outside crowds of locals […]
Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom have reportedly split after six years together. In a joint statement, the pair’s representative told E Online that the couple had decided to amicably end their relationship. “In a joint statement, Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr have announced that they have been amicably separated for the past few months,” the […]
“The Crown Princess and I are delighted to be back in Australia and particularly in Sydney,” announced Crown Prince Frederik as the dashing Prince took centre stage this morning at a special function hosted by Opera House CEO Louise Herron, to announce the five winners of an exciting student exchange program between Denmark and Australia. […]
Dark skies and regular bouts of driving rain were the challenges faced byThe Weeklyfor our exclusive photo shoot with Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall. Fortunately photographer Michelle Holden, who had flown in from New York for the shoot, was undaunted and the stunning pictures speak for themselves. We even managed to persuade Zara’s horse High […]
Tour de France champion Cadel Evans has opened up about the first time he saw his adopted son Robel in an emotional interview. Speaking in the November issue of The Australian Women’s Weekly Cadel and his wife Chiara recall clicking on an email attachment and opening a photo of the Ethiopian orphan who would become […]
To investigate where clothing in some of our favourite Australian stores comes from,The Weeklyvisited Bangladesh last month. What we saw was eye-opening and at times shocking (see the November issue for more). So what can you — the shopper — do about it? When we hear about the poor conditions faced by workers making clothes […]
When The Weekly’s Style Director Judith Cook began attending fashion shows, she was there to work and admire the designs. Today, she says, fashion shows are as much about the clothes people wear to them as the clothes on the runway. In the November issue, formerVogueAustralia editor Kirstie Clements shares an exclusive extract from her […]
Mitch Grant had resigned himself to a painful and inconvenient life after losing his leg in a motorcycle accident — but everything changed when he got a new bionic limb courtesy of surgeon Dr Munjed Al Muderis. Five years ago 21-year-old Mitch Grant was in constant pain. He had lost his left leg in a […]
Princess Mary of Denmark and Crown Prince Frederick have made their first public appearance in Sydney since arriving in Australia on Wednesday. The Danish couple will be staying in Sydney until October 28 and attending an array of events and ceremonies while they’re here. The pair kicked off their visit with a stop off at […]
On a stunning Sydney morning Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederick walked out onto the Sydney Opera House steps to wish “Happy Birthday” to the 40-year-old Australian icon. The couple are patrons of the birthday celebrations, representing the perfect contemporary union of Denmark and Australia, a symbol for our union decades ago with Danish […]
Prince William and Duchess Catherine have gathered together close family and friends to christen their first born son Prince George. The small ceremony of just 22 guests was held at the Chapel Royal at St James’s Palace in London on Wednesday. The four-month-old Prince wore a replica of the lace gown made for Queen Victoria’s […]
The future King of England Prince George has been christened in London today with his seven godparents by his side. His parent’s Prince William and Duchess Catherine chose just one royal for the role, William’s cousin Zara Phillips. The other six were the pair’s school and university friends including Oliver Baker, who the pair attended […]
The second stop on Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik’s whirlwind tour of Sydney saw them getting a fabulous Aussie welcome from NSW Governor Marie Bashir and her husband Sir Nicholas Shehadie at Government House. With the Opera House sails glinting in the background the royal couple took a tour of the gardens, situated […]
Girls aged 12 to 15 have the highest rate of chlamydia among females, a new study will reveal. More than one in eight girls in this age group tested positive for the sexually transmissible infection (STI) — which is a higher rate than seen in older teens or young women. The shock finding — to […]
One in four Australian households now have a female as their major breadwinner, leaving blokes to take over the primary parenting role. Dads play Mr Mum in 140,000 households more than they did 10 years ago, a new report shows. The number of families with two working parents has also risen dramatically with 58 per […]
One in four Australian “dual-earner” families now has a female as its major breadwinner, a new report has found. The research shows that the number of Aussie households where women earn more than their partners has increased by 140,000 in the past 10 years. Tasmania is leading the way, with 35 per cent of women […]
After almost 66 years of marriage the Queen and Prince Philip still enjoy a dinner date. The royal couple were seen leaving the exclusive Cavalry and Guards Club at 10:40pm on Monday night, dressed to the nines after dining together. The octogenarian monarch emerged from the venue in a floor length shimmering dress alongside her […]
Prince George’s seven Godparents have been announced ahead of his christening. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have chosen close friends to act as Godparents to the royal baby, as well as Prince William’s cousin, Zara Phillips. Zara, the Queen’s eldest granddaughter who is expecting her first child in the new year — a playmate […]
Renee Zellweger may be about to start a family with sources close to the star saying she is desperate to start a family. The 44-year-old is reportedly considering adoption with her boyfriend, guitarist Doyle Bramhall II, who she met in 2012. It seems this is the perfect time for the Bridget Jones star, who has […]
We’ve only just reached the bushfire season, but it’s clear that this summer season is set to be one of our worst yet. While fires rage throughout NSW, leaving many without homes, including our native wildlife, there are also major concerns for those of us not directly affected by the fires but by smoke inhalation. […]
The Queen has sent her sympathies to the NSW communities devastated by bushfires in the past few days. The personal message, sent through the state’s governor Marie Bashir, also praised the “tireless” efforts of those who are fighting the fires. “I would like to convey my heartfelt sympathies to all those who have been affected […]
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are preparing to present their son Prince George to be christened on Wednesday, and while the palace has been reluctant to share details of the private ceremony, news of the planned proceedings are beginning to emerge. The three-month-old royal’s christening will be celebrated by an exclusive party of fewer […]
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark and her dashing Prince Frederick are landing in Sydney today to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Sydney Opera House. The Danish couple will be staying in Sydney until October 28 and attending an array of events and ceremonies while they’re here, including a visit to Government House, the official […]
Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, will present their three-month-old son to the world this week at his christening, which will take place at a private ceremony at St. James’s Palace, followed by a gathering organised by his royal grandparents. While Kensington Palace won’t release a guest list or details of the event […]
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are engaged! Reality star Kim, who celebrated her 33rd birthday on Monday, was surprised by longtime boyfriend Kanye, who popped the question in front of the pair’s family and friends, E Online reported. He started the proposal by popping the question on the stadium’s jumbo screen which flashed a sign, […]
Miranda Kerr has proven she looks just as good in clothes as out of them in an edgy new fashion campaign. The shoot sees Miranda, 30, posing on top of a New York skyscraper in a selection of outfits from Mango’s new autumn/winter collection. The images show a side of Miranda we’re not used seeing […]
It’s tinsel towns favourite time of year folks – Halloween! Sadly Australian’s don’t celebrate this spooky day in the same fashion as the American’s do, and while small sections of neighbourhoods try to encourage trick or treating, there are still many doors that go unanswered, or if opened, contain no treats inside. However in the […]