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Picture perfect

I decided to treat my adorable puppy Ember to her first puppuccino when visiting a coffee shop the other day. She definitely enjoyed it! Beth Lodge, Mirfield My son Amari and our brand-new dog Diesel are best buddies. Amari is obsessed with our little pup, but I’m pretty sure Diesel is loving the attention, too. Sian Salsbury, Cradley Heath How gorgeous does my mum Mary, 70, look in this Aran wool poncho that she knitted herself? It’s a piece of art and I’m so impressed by her craftsmanship and work. Joanne Campbell, Whitehead I love this family photo. Getting everyone to smile at the same time can be tricky, though, even with this inflatable photo frame to practise with! Barbara Walker, Brigg I’m not sure that my youngest son Decker…

Picture perfect

Picture perfect

I decided to treat my adorable puppy Ember to her first puppuccino when visiting a coffee shop the other day. She definitely enjoyed it! Beth Lodge, Mirfield My son Amari and our brand-new dog Diesel are best buddies. Amari is obsessed with our little pup, but I’m pretty sure Diesel is loving the attention, too. Sian Salsbury, Cradley Heath How gorgeous does my mum Mary, 70, look in this Aran wool poncho that she knitted herself? It’s a piece of art and I’m so impressed by her craftsmanship and work. Joanne Campbell, Whitehead I love this family photo. Getting everyone to smile at the same time can be tricky, though, even with this inflatable photo frame to practise with! Barbara Walker, Brigg I’m not sure that my youngest son Decker was impressed with the dinosaurs on our recent…

Picture perfect

Childhood for sale

Jade Critchlow, 28, Liverpool Wandering through the shoe shop, my eyes were wide. ‘Pick any pair you want,’ my dad’s friend Billy Adams, then 38, said, grinning. It was May 2005 and I was 11. Billy had just moved to the area and had met my dad at a mutual friend’s house. Since my parents had split, I only saw Dad at weekends. Billy would usually be there, too, and he’d begun showering me with gifts – new clothes, trendy trainers... My parents never had much money, so it was a real thrill to be lavished with so many treats. The next weekend, Dad told me Billy had a surprise. ‘We’re going on a trip to Southport,’ he grinned. A holiday! I’d never been away before. When we arrived, Billy…

Childhood for sale

Childhood for sale

Jade Critchlow, 28, Liverpool Wandering through the shoe shop, my eyes were wide. ‘Pick any pair you want,’ my dad’s friend Billy Adams, then 38, said, grinning. It was May 2005 and I was 11. Billy had just moved to the area and had met my dad at a mutual friend’s house. Since my parents had split, I only saw Dad at weekends. Billy would usually be there, too, and he’d begun showering me with gifts – new clothes, trendy trainers... My parents never had much money, so it was a real thrill to be lavished with so many treats. The next weekend, Dad told me Billy had a surprise. ‘We’re going on a trip to Southport,’ he grinned. A holiday! I’d never been away before. When we arrived, Billy took us shopping for more new clobber. Then, we checked into…

Childhood for sale

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NUMBER JIG What do you get if you multiply the number of stars on the state flags of Alaska, Ohio and Rhode Island together? Fit these numbers into the grid. One number doesn’t fit. This is the prize answer. 3 digits 130 245 290 415 520 559 678 812 861 937 4 digits 1230 1768 1933 2153 2576 3487 5705 5721 5928 6630 7052 9050 9601 9910 5 digits 12406 13307 21420 22584 28166 34678 53915 58787 76568 93050 94010 6 digits 165644 475002 598154 7 digits 3253751 7280263 9069981 8 digits 16151424 57927924 63637979 65511548 WIN £250 Puzzle 1 Your answer: SPIRAL XWORD What animal is known as huggorm in Swedish? The answer to each clue (apart from the first) begins with the last letter of the preceding answer.…

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NUMBER JIG What do you get if you multiply the number of stars on the state flags of Alaska, Ohio and Rhode Island together? Fit these numbers into the grid. One number doesn’t fit. This is the prize answer. 3 digits 130 245 290 415 520 559 678 812 861 937 4 digits 1230 1768 1933 2153 2576 3487 5705 5721 5928 6630 7052 9050 9601 9910 5 digits 12406 13307 21420 22584 28166 34678 53915 58787 76568 93050 94010 6 digits 165644 475002 598154 7 digits 3253751 7280263 9069981 8 digits 16151424 57927924 63637979 65511548 WIN £250 Puzzle 1 Your answer: SPIRAL XWORD What animal is known as huggorm in Swedish? The answer to each clue (apart from the first) begins with the last letter of the preceding answer. The shaded squares will spell out the one-word prize answer. 1 Marionette (6) 2 Netflix historical drama series (3,5) 3 _ Abbey, Jane Austen novel (10) 4 Sir Walter _, explorer (7) 5 Fast food item in a bun (9) 6 Sour, putrid (6) 7 _ robbery, blatant overcharging (8) 8 Skin decoration (6) 9 South central US state (8) 10 Preposterous (6) 11 Sausage dog (9) 12…

On the upswing Our garden swinging seat has been used quite a lot by us and our Frenchie, Florence. The roof cover was old and split, and would have been expensive to replace. Luckily, we came up with a cheap alternative – a fitted double bed sheet. It fits well and is easily washed. Fiona Campbell, Woodhurst No more necklace nonsense Tired of all my necklaces getting tangled in the jewellery box, I decided to try hanging them on a non-slip clothes hanger. It works really well and I can see all my necklaces in one go rather than having to rummage! Kaye Richards, Worcester Screen saver To see your laptop or tablet screen better if you’re using it outside this summer, place it in a shoebox to block the glare from the sun. Sophie Undrill, Branston £25 For…

On the upswing Our garden swinging seat has been used quite a lot by us and our Frenchie, Florence. The roof cover was old and split, and would have been expensive to replace. Luckily, we came up with a cheap alternative – a fitted double bed sheet. It fits well and is easily washed. Fiona Campbell, Woodhurst No more necklace nonsense Tired of all my necklaces getting tangled in the jewellery box, I decided to try hanging them on a non-slip clothes hanger. It works really well and I can see all my necklaces in one go rather than having to rummage! Kaye Richards, Worcester Screen saver To see your laptop or tablet screen better if you’re using it outside this summer, place it in a shoebox to block the…

I’m a survivor

Jill Moss, 37 Hearing an almighty roar from outside my log cabin, I rushed to the window. ‘What was that?’ I shuddered, turning to my boyfriend Jason, then 48. ‘Probably just a mountain lion,’ he chuckled. ‘Just?’ I gulped. It was November 2016, and I’d just swapped city life for rural living in California, up in the mountains with Jason. After meeting through some friends, we started dating and he offered me work as a harvester on his smallholding. It was the change I needed from my hectic life working in hospitals as a phlebotomist, taking patients’ blood. My teenage daughters from a previous relationship lived with their dad, 15 miles away. I missed them terribly, but visited once a week. In the meantime, I spent my days in the sunshine, growing crops. An hour’s drive from the nearest town, I…

I’m a survivor

Jill Moss, 37 Hearing an almighty roar from outside my log cabin, I rushed to the window. ‘What was that?’ I shuddered, turning to my boyfriend Jason, then 48. ‘Probably just a mountain lion,’ he chuckled. ‘Just?’ I gulped. It was November 2016, and I’d just swapped city life for rural living in California, up in the mountains with Jason. After meeting through some friends, we started dating and he offered me work as a harvester on his smallholding. It was the change I needed from my hectic life working in hospitals as a phlebotomist, taking patients’ blood. My teenage daughters from a previous relationship lived with their dad, 15 miles away. I missed them terribly, but visited once a week. In the meantime, I spent my days in the…

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SUPERMARKET STYLE

SUPERMARKET STYLE

TU at SAINSBURY’S All sizes 8-24 STYLE TIP Team backless mules with cropped jeans to show them off. GEORGE at ASDA All sizes 8-24 STYLE TIP Add strappy sandals and a classic blazer for a dress to impress. F&F at TESCO All sizes 6-22 STYLE TIP Elasticated waists are comfortable and stylish. Make sure you tuck in a top to avoid bulk at your middle. NUTMEG at MORRISONS All sizes 8-22 STYLE TIP A belted jacket highlights your waist to give more shape. Wear over a midi dress.…

SUPERMARKET STYLE

Which period of history would US actor Billy Porter like to visit if he could time travel? To find out, solve the crossword then read down the shaded squares to find the two-word prize answer. ACROSS 11 Prince _, the Queen’s late husband (6) 12 Unbiased (9) 13 Jump (4) 14 Benchmark (8) 15 Big cat with stripes (5) 16 Calls on (6) 17 Determine the size of (7) 18 Disbelieving (11) 20 Weak and delicate (5) 22 Pestering (9) 24 Theatre guide (5) 28 Spectacles (7) 29 Accompaniment to lightning (7) 32 American state (6) 34 David Beckham’s wife (8) 36 Barbecue fuel (8) 37 Railway vehicles (6) 39 Favours (7) 40 Maybe (7) 45 Group of students (5) 47 Ninth month (9) 48 Garden ornament (5) 51 Big bird of prey (6,5) 53 Unlawful, illegal (7) 55 Agree (6) 56 Disney film about a deer (5) 58 Manicurist’s tool (8) 59 Monster (4) 60 Not remembered (9) 61 XI…

Which period of history would US actor Billy Porter like to visit if he could time travel? To find out, solve the crossword then read down the shaded squares to find the two-word prize answer. ACROSS 11 Prince _, the Queen’s late husband (6) 12 Unbiased (9) 13 Jump (4) 14 Benchmark (8) 15 Big cat with stripes (5) 16 Calls on (6) 17 Determine the size of (7) 18 Disbelieving (11) 20 Weak and delicate (5) 22 Pestering (9) 24 Theatre guide (5) 28 Spectacles (7) 29 Accompaniment to lightning (7) 32 American state (6) 34 David Beckham’s wife (8) 36 Barbecue fuel (8) 37 Railway vehicles (6) 39 Favours (7) 40 Maybe (7) 45 Group of students (5) 47 Ninth month (9) 48 Garden ornament (5) 51 Big…

Search for the crucifix killer

On a rainy night in February 1991, Neda Mae Carter, then 38, said goodbye to her mum Zella before heading out. Less than two hours later, police responded to a call that an unconscious woman had been spotted in a Brooklyn park. At the scene, police found Neda’s body lying face up near the handball courts. She’d been murdered. Neda’s naked body was badly beaten and arranged in a crucifix position. Her arms were straight out to the sides and legs crossed at the ankles. Scrapes on her knees, hip and shoulder indicated she’d been dragged some distance to the place where she was found. Medical examiners discovered she’d died due to strangulation and bluntforce trauma to the head. Detectives visited Zella at the New York boarding house where she’d lived with Neda and broke the devastating news. Out…

Search for the crucifix killer

Search for the crucifix killer

On a rainy night in February 1991, Neda Mae Carter, then 38, said goodbye to her mum Zella before heading out. Less than two hours later, police responded to a call that an unconscious woman had been spotted in a Brooklyn park. At the scene, police found Neda’s body lying face up near the handball courts. She’d been murdered. Neda’s naked body was badly beaten and arranged in a crucifix position. Her arms were straight out to the sides and legs crossed at the ankles. Scrapes on her knees, hip and shoulder indicated she’d been dragged some distance to the place where she was found. Medical examiners discovered she’d died due to strangulation and bluntforce trauma to the head. Detectives visited Zella at the New York boarding house where she’d…

Search for the crucifix killer

In March 2016, Andre Hatchett’s conviction was overturned after attorneys described it as a perfect storm of error and a systemic failure of the criminaljustice system. The Conviction Review Unit concluded that, following a thorough and fair review, they couldn’t support the integrity of the conviction. ‘Mr Hatchett was failed by almost every institution he came into contact with,’ said Assistant District Attorney Mark Hale. As the judge dismissed the indictment, Andre, then 50, smiled and applauded in a courtroom packed with friends and family members. ‘I’ve been to hell and back,’ he said, leaving the courthouse to celebrate over a steak dinner. ‘I’m so happy to be free again. I told my family I’ll be home one day, and they know I don’t lie to them,’ he added. He’d spent half his life in prison…

In March 2016, Andre Hatchett’s conviction was overturned after attorneys described it as a perfect storm of error and a systemic failure of the criminaljustice system. The Conviction Review Unit concluded that, following a thorough and fair review, they couldn’t support the integrity of the conviction. ‘Mr Hatchett was failed by almost every institution he came into contact with,’ said Assistant District Attorney Mark Hale. As the judge dismissed the indictment, Andre, then 50, smiled and applauded in a courtroom packed with friends and family members. ‘I’ve been to hell and back,’ he said, leaving the courthouse to celebrate over a steak dinner. ‘I’m so happy to be free again. I told my family I’ll be home one day, and they know I don’t lie to them,’ he added. He’d…

Hungry for love

Katina DeJarnett, 30 Flexing my muscles on stage, I felt small compared to the other women. It was April 2019 and I was competing in my first bodybuilding contest. I’d always had a big appetite, I loved watching TV programmes like Man v Food. But by the time I was 21, I was overweight. So, weighing 11st 8lb and just 5ft 2in, I joined a gym. Only, when I started weightlifting, I wanted to bulk up. That meant eating loads of calories that my body could turn to muscle as I worked out. A week after the contest, I saw the perfect way to scoff my way to success. The Triple King XXXL Fatburger challenge! It was an eating competition where entrants had to put away a giant burger as fast as they could. I was up…

Hungry for love

Hungry for love

Katina DeJarnett, 30 Flexing my muscles on stage, I felt small compared to the other women. It was April 2019 and I was competing in my first bodybuilding contest. I’d always had a big appetite, I loved watching TV programmes like Man v Food. But by the time I was 21, I was overweight. So, weighing 11st 8lb and just 5ft 2in, I joined a gym. Only, when I started weightlifting, I wanted to bulk up. That meant eating loads of calories that my body could turn to muscle as I worked out. A week after the contest, I saw the perfect way to scoff my way to success. The Triple King XXXL Fatburger challenge! It was an eating competition where entrants had to put away a giant burger as…

Hungry for love

Abbie Harrison, 26, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Chatting with my half-sister Vicky, then 36, at her birthday party, we were interrupted by the cries of my baby son. ‘He’s not himself today,’ I explained, scooping Jenson into my arms. It was December 2017 and 3-monthold Jenson had been vomiting, was reluctant to feed. When he wasn’t any better the next day, I took him to the doctor. ‘Get him to hospital,’ she frowned. My partner James, then 26, picked us up and took us to Hinchingbrooke Hospital, Huntingdon We were already worried. Then, when we arrived, Jenson went floppy in my arms. ‘Help!’ I yelled. Nurses flocked around us and whisked Jenson away. James and I were terrified – the doctors didn’t even know why Jenson was so poorly. He was put on oxygen in a high-dependency ward. We prayed for answers... Only,…

Abbie Harrison, 26, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Chatting with my half-sister Vicky, then 36, at her birthday party, we were interrupted by the cries of my baby son. ‘He’s not himself today,’ I explained, scooping Jenson into my arms. It was December 2017 and 3-monthold Jenson had been vomiting, was reluctant to feed. When he wasn’t any better the next day, I took him to the doctor. ‘Get him to hospital,’ she frowned. My partner James, then 26, picked us up and took us to Hinchingbrooke Hospital, Huntingdon We were already worried. Then, when we arrived, Jenson went floppy in my arms. ‘Help!’ I yelled. Nurses flocked around us and whisked Jenson away. James and I were terrified – the doctors didn’t even know why Jenson was so poorly. He was put…

FOCUS ON... Food myths

1 MYTH: Eat little and often Constant grazing is one of the main reasons health experts think that we have an obesity problem. ‘Try to stick to three balanced meals a day, without snacks, to help keep your weight under control and give your digestion a rest,’ says GP Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones. ‘Fasting – no snacking and/or prolonging the time between your evening meal and breakfast the next day – can help blood sugar, insulin levels and other metabolic processes.’ 2 MYTH: Cut carbs Carbs aren’t the reason you’re putting on the pounds – too much of any food causes weight gain. Just watch portion size and choose carefully. ‘There’s a huge difference between getting carbs from a white, sliced loaf versus wholegrain rice,’ says Harley Street nutritionist Kim Pearson ‘Avoid white-flour products. They’re refined, with vital nutrients…

FOCUS ON... Food myths

FOCUS ON... Food myths

1 MYTH: Eat little and often Constant grazing is one of the main reasons health experts think that we have an obesity problem. ‘Try to stick to three balanced meals a day, without snacks, to help keep your weight under control and give your digestion a rest,’ says GP Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones. ‘Fasting – no snacking and/or prolonging the time between your evening meal and breakfast the next day – can help blood sugar, insulin levels and other metabolic processes.’ 2 MYTH: Cut carbs Carbs aren’t the reason you’re putting on the pounds – too much of any food causes weight gain. Just watch portion size and choose carefully. ‘There’s a huge difference between getting carbs from a white, sliced loaf versus wholegrain rice,’ says Harley Street nutritionist Kim Pearson…

FOCUS ON... Food myths

Should I squeeze my spots? Q Everyone tells me not to squeeze spots, but what else am I supposed to do when I want to get rid of one fast? Alicia, Crosby A Acne zits are blocked skin glands which become infected and create a bead of yellow pus under your skin. It’s tempting to burst a spot by squeezing it to release the pus, but often this doesn’t much improve its appearance, and can lead to problems. You might force pus and bacteria deeper into your skin, leading to a larger spot or seeding new ones. Because squeezing tears a hole in your skin, there’s the possibility that other bugs might enter. And the risk of the spot healing with a permanent scar is much greater after squeezing. Acne remedies from your chemist or…

Should I squeeze my spots? Q Everyone tells me not to squeeze spots, but what else am I supposed to do when I want to get rid of one fast? Alicia, Crosby A Acne zits are blocked skin glands which become infected and create a bead of yellow pus under your skin. It’s tempting to burst a spot by squeezing it to release the pus, but often this doesn’t much improve its appearance, and can lead to problems. You might force pus and bacteria deeper into your skin, leading to a larger spot or seeding new ones. Because squeezing tears a hole in your skin, there’s the possibility that other bugs might enter. And the risk of the spot healing with a permanent scar is much greater after squeezing. Acne…

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OVER TO YOU Can you set a puzzle in this format? Send it, with a photo of yourself, to the address on p3. There’s £20 for every one we use! This week’s puzzle was compiled by Debra Stapeley, Dover, Kent ACROSS 1 Lager 2 Lively party 3 A continent 4 Shout DOWN 1 Donkey’s cry 2 Move carefully 3 Wicked 4 Genuine WIN 5 X £25 Puzzle 6 Your answer: CHAIN WORDS To what family of birds does the yellowhammer belong? Get from Start to Finish, making words by joining two boxes together as you go, eg: VO + ID, ID +… you decide! When you reach Finish, two unused boxes join together to give you the prize answer. WIN £100 Puzzle 7 Your answer: IN THE GRID Which musician is credited as the narrator on the DreamWorks movie The Road to El Dorado? Hidden in this grid, reading forwards, backwards, up,…

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My destiny to be their mum

Sofia Olds, 37 Scrolling through Facebook, I stopped on a photo someone had posted. Seven beautiful children, all with big smiles, looking back at me. They were siblings, currently in separate foster homes. And desperately needed a loving family to take care of them. It was November 2016, and with Christmas approaching, social workers were trying to get them housed all together. My heart ached, immediately sending the photo to my husband DaShoan, then 33. I think we should adopt them. They need us. For as long as I could remember, we’d both dreamt of having a big family. And we’d always said we’d prefer to adopt, keen to give children with a bad start in life a second chance. So, after serving in the Army together, in May 2004 we’d come home and signed up to adoption classes. To…

My destiny to be their mum

Win! £375 cash!

OVER TO YOU Can you set a puzzle in this format? Send it, with a photo of yourself, to the address on p3. There’s £20 for every one we use! This week’s puzzle was compiled by Debra Stapeley, Dover, Kent ACROSS 1 Lager 2 Lively party 3 A continent 4 Shout DOWN 1 Donkey’s cry 2 Move carefully 3 Wicked 4 Genuine WIN 5 X £25 Puzzle 6 Your answer: CHAIN WORDS To what family of birds does the yellowhammer belong? Get from Start to Finish, making words by joining two boxes together as you go, eg: VO + ID, ID +… you decide! When you reach Finish, two unused boxes join together to give you the prize answer. WIN £100 Puzzle 7 Your answer: IN THE GRID Which musician is…

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My destiny to be their mum

Sofia Olds, 37 Scrolling through Facebook, I stopped on a photo someone had posted. Seven beautiful children, all with big smiles, looking back at me. They were siblings, currently in separate foster homes. And desperately needed a loving family to take care of them. It was November 2016, and with Christmas approaching, social workers were trying to get them housed all together. My heart ached, immediately sending the photo to my husband DaShoan, then 33. I think we should adopt them. They need us. For as long as I could remember, we’d both dreamt of having a big family. And we’d always said we’d prefer to adopt, keen to give children with a bad start in life a second chance. So, after serving in the Army together, in May 2004…

My destiny to be their mum

DAD BURNT ALIVE Just after midnight on 5 December 2002, Wayne Trotter, 30, was travelling home from work. But when he got to the Farriers Way estate in Borehamwood, metres from the home he shared with his pregnant wife and child, he was doused in petrol. Set alight. Wayne hammered on neighbours’ doors for help. Before collapsing, he said, ‘They threw something at me. I was blinded and could not see a thing.’ Locals extinguished the flames, but Wayne died after suffering 90% burns. Despite an investigation and Crimewatch appeal, his killers were never caught. STABBED IN THE PARK Identical twin Anne Cook, 35, was murdered by a stranger in Watford in 2000. Anne, a web designer, was terrified of walking her King Charles spaniel Elvy without her sister Susan Cutler. But after Susan moved away, Anne plucked up…

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ARROW WORD What is the capital of the US state of Montana? Solve the puzzle by following the arrows and writing in your answers. Then read down the letters in the shaded squares to find the prize answer. WIN £1,000 Puzzle 10 Your answer: SUDOKU To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each row and each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Solve the puzzle and the numbers in the highlighted squares will give you the prize puzzle answer. WIN £60 Puzzle 11 Your answer: WORDSEARCH Which of these money-related terms is also the nickname of an Agatha Christie character who co-founds Young Adventurers Ltd? The answer is the one missing from the grid. BOB CROWN FARTHING FIVER FLORIN GROAT GUINEA PENNY POUND QUID SHILLING SOVEREIGN TANNER TENNER TUPPENCE WIN £50 Puzzle 12 Your answer: TO ENTER Turn to page 56 for details or visit comps.lifedeathprizes.com/puzzles…

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DAD BURNT ALIVE Just after midnight on 5 December 2002, Wayne Trotter, 30, was travelling home from work. But when he got to the Farriers Way estate in Borehamwood, metres from the home he shared with his pregnant wife and child, he was doused in petrol. Set alight. Wayne hammered on neighbours’ doors for help. Before collapsing, he said, ‘They threw something at me. I was blinded and could not see a thing.’ Locals extinguished the flames, but Wayne died after suffering 90% burns. Despite an investigation and Crimewatch appeal, his killers were never caught. STABBED IN THE PARK Identical twin Anne Cook, 35, was murdered by a stranger in Watford in 2000. Anne, a web designer, was terrified of walking her King Charles spaniel Elvy without her sister Susan…

Win! £1,110 cash!

ARROW WORD What is the capital of the US state of Montana? Solve the puzzle by following the arrows and writing in your answers. Then read down the letters in the shaded squares to find the prize answer. WIN £1,000 Puzzle 10 Your answer: SUDOKU To solve the puzzle, each 3 x 3 box, each row and each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Solve the puzzle and the numbers in the highlighted squares will give you the prize puzzle answer. WIN £60 Puzzle 11 Your answer: WORDSEARCH Which of these money-related terms is also the nickname of an Agatha Christie character who co-founds Young Adventurers Ltd? The answer is the one missing from the grid. BOB CROWN FARTHING FIVER FLORIN GROAT GUINEA PENNY POUND QUID SHILLING SOVEREIGN…

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Under the shadow of darkness

Carolann Bruce, 52, Stockport Waking up in a cold sweat, my bed covers twisted around me, I sat bolt upright. My heart racing, I felt my husband Jarrod, 41, stir beside me. ‘What’s the matter?’ he asked groggily. ‘A bad dream, I think,’ I said, recalling a sinister dark shadow surrounding me. It was difficult to pinpoint, and I tried to shrug it off, but something had really shaken me. Rolling over, I eventually managed to get back to sleep again. It was January 2011 – and after that, night after night, the same thing happened. I’d awake feeling petrified. With no change in my routine, I couldn’t really understand it. After working shifts as an emergency nurse, I’d come home and catch up on Coronation Street. But I dreaded bedtime, and as soon as sleep set in, the black shadow loomed. What…

Under the shadow of darkness

Under the shadow of darkness

Carolann Bruce, 52, Stockport Waking up in a cold sweat, my bed covers twisted around me, I sat bolt upright. My heart racing, I felt my husband Jarrod, 41, stir beside me. ‘What’s the matter?’ he asked groggily. ‘A bad dream, I think,’ I said, recalling a sinister dark shadow surrounding me. It was difficult to pinpoint, and I tried to shrug it off, but something had really shaken me. Rolling over, I eventually managed to get back to sleep again. It was January 2011 – and after that, night after night, the same thing happened. I’d awake feeling petrified. With no change in my routine, I couldn’t really understand it. After working shifts as an emergency nurse, I’d come home and catch up on Coronation Street. But I dreaded…

Under the shadow of darkness

Win! £200 cash!

FILL ME IN Which singer covered Oasis’ Half the World Away for the 2015 John Lewis Christmas advert? Solve the puzzle by following the arrows and writing in your answers. Then read down the letters in the shaded squares to find the prize answer. WIN £100 Puzzle 14 Your answer: CIRCLE TIME Which wild shrub has the Latin name calluna vulgaris? Fit the words into the grid, then read down the letters in the shaded circles to find the prize answer. 3 letters ARM ELM HAM HER HOG HOP HOT POT USE 4 letters BANG CALM FEUD LIFE RASH REEL 5 letters CURLY DELAY ELECT MOUSE 6 letters APATHY BICKER BLEACH TROPHY 7 letters MELODIC USURPED WIN £100 Puzzle 15 Your answer: TO ENTER Turn to page 56 for details or visit comps.lifedeathprizes.com/puzzles…

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ASK Aunty Nelly

Am I a bad mum? Q I’m a young mum and worry I’m not good enough. I went to a mother and toddler group but felt judged because of my age. Now my 3-year-old doesn’t get to meet other kids. I have a flat that’s a long walk from any park, and don’t drive. Everything else is expensive. How can I be a better parent? Annie, 20 A There’s nowt wrong with being a young mum – I was one myself – and it boils me up when folk assume that makes you a bad parent. If you’re being judged, you’re in the wrong group, simple-as. There are plenty more out there, so look around – search Facebook. You don’t need a bottomless bank account. Get creative and explore your local area, crack out the games you…

ASK Aunty Nelly

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Life as an overweight teenager was hard for bubbly and outgoing Crystal. ‘People would tell me that I wasn’t attractive, I looked like I was lazy, it was my fault why I got to that size,’ she says. Worst of all, Crystal struggled to keep up with her friends when they went shopping. She could only walk up a few stairs before getting out of breath. ‘I kind of became a little comedian to try to offset the fact that I was insecure about how I looked,’ she says. ‘When the weight dropped off, it felt like magic’ As an adult, she reached a huge 30st before deciding it was time to get professional help. But even after gastric-bypass surgery, Crystal – from Texas – realised the hard work was only just beginning. ‘What I don’t think a…

18st gone... and counting!

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FILL ME IN Which singer covered Oasis’ Half the World Away for the 2015 John Lewis Christmas advert? Solve the puzzle by following the arrows and writing in your answers. Then read down the letters in the shaded squares to find the prize answer. WIN £100 Puzzle 14 Your answer: CIRCLE TIME Which wild shrub has the Latin name calluna vulgaris? Fit the words into the grid, then read down the letters in the shaded circles to find the prize answer. 3 letters ARM ELM HAM HER HOG HOP HOT POT USE 4 letters BANG CALM FEUD LIFE RASH REEL 5 letters CURLY DELAY ELECT MOUSE 6 letters APATHY BICKER BLEACH TROPHY 7 letters MELODIC USURPED WIN £100 Puzzle 15 Your answer: TO ENTER Turn to page 56 for details…

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Life as an overweight teenager was hard for bubbly and outgoing Crystal. ‘People would tell me that I wasn’t attractive, I looked like I was lazy, it was my fault why I got to that size,’ she says. Worst of all, Crystal struggled to keep up with her friends when they went shopping. She could only walk up a few stairs before getting out of breath. ‘I kind of became a little comedian to try to offset the fact that I was insecure about how I looked,’ she says. ‘When the weight dropped off, it felt like magic’ As an adult, she reached a huge 30st before deciding it was time to get professional help. But even after gastric-bypass surgery, Crystal – from Texas – realised the hard work was…

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Daddy’s secret

Chloe Skye, 29 Standing in front of the mirror, I could barely look at myself. It was summer 2008, I was 16. My muscles were defined, my jawline sharp. Lots of lads of my age would’ve been chuffed with a body like mine... But that was the problem. I wasn’t like other boys my age for one huge reason. I’d been born male, my name was Michael. But that wasn’t who I really was at all – inside, I had long hair, cheekbones and curves. I was a woman. I’d tried to explain this to my parents – they’d rolled their eyes, refused to listen. Searching for acceptance, a few years earlier, I’d run away from home. Totally alone, I’d moved all the way to California, as I’d read online it was a safe place for LGBTQ+ people. But just months later,…

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Mum’s the word

Zevaeh tilted her head and looked at me, puzzled. ‘Does this mean that I have two mummies now?’ she said to me, smiling. ‘I guess it does!’ I laughed, flooded with relief. I could see she was completely unfazed. Within a week, she began to call me Mummy D. Overnight, it seemed the most natural thing in the world for her. And when I told her we could get our nails done together, she giggled with excitement. Now, with Zevaeh on board, I could finally start to transition. In June 2017, I started hormone therapy to introduce oestrogen to my body, which would alter my voice and give me the feminine curves I craved. And in July 2019, I legally changed my gender and name, choosing Chloe because it was a name I’d always liked. It was so freeing…

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Chloe Skye, 29 Standing in front of the mirror, I could barely look at myself. It was summer 2008, I was 16. My muscles were defined, my jawline sharp. Lots of lads of my age would’ve been chuffed with a body like mine... But that was the problem. I wasn’t like other boys my age for one huge reason. I’d been born male, my name was Michael. But that wasn’t who I really was at all – inside, I had long hair, cheekbones and curves. I was a woman. I’d tried to explain this to my parents – they’d rolled their eyes, refused to listen. Searching for acceptance, a few years earlier, I’d run away from home. Totally alone, I’d moved all the way to California, as I’d read online…

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Mum’s the word

Zevaeh tilted her head and looked at me, puzzled. ‘Does this mean that I have two mummies now?’ she said to me, smiling. ‘I guess it does!’ I laughed, flooded with relief. I could see she was completely unfazed. Within a week, she began to call me Mummy D. Overnight, it seemed the most natural thing in the world for her. And when I told her we could get our nails done together, she giggled with excitement. Now, with Zevaeh on board, I could finally start to transition. In June 2017, I started hormone therapy to introduce oestrogen to my body, which would alter my voice and give me the feminine curves I craved. And in July 2019, I legally changed my gender and name, choosing Chloe because it was…

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Q I’ve heard that cases of romance fraud have increased sharply during the pandemic – how common is it? K Hamilton, Newcastle A Which? analysis of Action Fraud data shows romance fraud was up by 40% in April 2021, with over 7,500 reported scams and reported losses of £73.9m, although the true figure is likely to be much higher. It’s a clever type of fraud, with scammers preying on the emotional vulnerability of the victim, building trust with them before asking for cash. Fraudsters often claim they need the money to travel to the UK to build a life together, says Which? For tips on what to look out for, visit which. co.uk.…

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Simple summer puds

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Q I’ve heard that cases of romance fraud have increased sharply during the pandemic – how common is it? K Hamilton, Newcastle A Which? analysis of Action Fraud data shows romance fraud was up by 40% in April 2021, with over 7,500 reported scams and reported losses of £73.9m, although the true figure is likely to be much higher. It’s a clever type of fraud, with scammers preying on the emotional vulnerability of the victim, building trust with them before asking for cash. Fraudsters often claim they need the money to travel to the UK to build a life together, says Which? For tips on what to look out for, visit which. co.uk.…

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This week’s TV

Vera ITV Brenda Blethyn returns as DCI Vera Stanhope in two new episodes of the crime drama. The first story follows the detective and her sidekick, DS Aiden Healy (Kenny Doughty), as they investigate the death of local builder Jim Tullman (Gavin Kitchen), whose body is found on the steps of a local landmark after he is beaten to death. They soon discover he’d been due to testify in court as a key witness against a promising young footballer accused of GBH. Could the crimes be connected? Parkinson at 50 BBC1 Join Sir Michael Parkinson as he marks the 50th anniversary of his chat show with a nostalgic look back at some of his most memorable interviews with the likes of Fred Astaire, Lauren Bacall, Muhammad Ali and Billy Connolly, as well as some of…

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The Nolans Go Cruising QUEST RED After last year’s cruise in the Med, the Nolans set sail again, but this time around the UK. The six-part series sees Anne, Maureen, Coleen and Linda (far right) joined by sister Denise as they prepare to perform together for the first time in over 40 years. I Literally Just Told You C4 Jimmy Carr hosts this fast-paced quiz show with a twist. As contestants battle it out to win a cash prize, they will need to pay close attention to everything that’s going on and rely on their memories, because they are given all the answers they need throughout the show. Rick Stein’s Cornwall BBC2 The series returns for a second run with the chef once again taking viewers on a voyage of discovery around the county he’s called home for…

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Vera ITV Brenda Blethyn returns as DCI Vera Stanhope in two new episodes of the crime drama. The first story follows the detective and her sidekick, DS Aiden Healy (Kenny Doughty), as they investigate the death of local builder Jim Tullman (Gavin Kitchen), whose body is found on the steps of a local landmark after he is beaten to death. They soon discover he’d been due to testify in court as a key witness against a promising young footballer accused of GBH. Could the crimes be connected? Parkinson at 50 BBC1 Join Sir Michael Parkinson as he marks the 50th anniversary of his chat show with a nostalgic look back at some of his most memorable interviews with the likes of Fred Astaire, Lauren Bacall, Muhammad Ali and Billy Connolly,…

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Pandemic puppies in peril

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Pandemic puppies in peril

The Nolans Go Cruising QUEST RED After last year’s cruise in the Med, the Nolans set sail again, but this time around the UK. The six-part series sees Anne, Maureen, Coleen and Linda (far right) joined by sister Denise as they prepare to perform together for the first time in over 40 years. I Literally Just Told You C4 Jimmy Carr hosts this fast-paced quiz show with a twist. As contestants battle it out to win a cash prize, they will need to pay close attention to everything that’s going on and rely on their memories, because they are given all the answers they need throughout the show. Rick Stein’s Cornwall BBC2 The series returns for a second run with the chef once again taking viewers on a voyage of…

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Q What are the consequences for unscrupulous breeders? A The sentence for animal cruelty has been increased from six months to five years. Lucy’s Law also came into effect last year to clamp down on puppy farming and provide more detailed legislation about breeding. Q What should we consider when getting a dog? A The Kennel Club’s Find A Puppy search is great to find Assured Breeders, who are committed to responsible breeding and have been thoroughly vetted. Genuine breeders will be keen to meet you, introduce you to the mum and the litter, show you where the puppy was born, and let you visit them several times before taking a pup home. They’ll provide the relevant papers and health records, and ask you questions to ensure their puppy is going to the right home.…

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Pandemic puppies in peril

Denise Randall, 55, Newmarket, Suffolk Soft, floppy ears, wagging tails – a faithful pal for walks and cosy evenings snuggled up on the sofa together... It’s easy to see why some 3.2 million households in Britain have got a pet since the start of lockdown in March 2020. With many of us at home more, the demand for puppies has soared. But, as adorable as a new canine friend might be, there’s a dark side. The demand for dogs has pushed prices sky high, with the average cost of a puppy being almost £1,900. And unscrupulous sellers have been making big money, breeding dogs without much care for the health of the mother or the pups. We speak to one woman who is determined to devote her life to helping…

Pandemic puppies in peril

Q What are the consequences for unscrupulous breeders? A The sentence for animal cruelty has been increased from six months to five years. Lucy’s Law also came into effect last year to clamp down on puppy farming and provide more detailed legislation about breeding. Q What should we consider when getting a dog? A The Kennel Club’s Find A Puppy search is great to find Assured Breeders, who are committed to responsible breeding and have been thoroughly vetted. Genuine breeders will be keen to meet you, introduce you to the mum and the litter, show you where the puppy was born, and let you visit them several times before taking a pup home. They’ll provide the relevant papers and health records, and ask you questions to ensure their puppy is…

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TRIED AND TESTED

Lacura Aloha Bronzer, £5.99, Aldi Hold on to that sun-kissed summer glow with a veil of naturally-matte bronzer. Looks-wise, it’s remarkably similar to Benefit’s cult Hoola bronzer. It hits stores this week, so bag it while you can! River Island Paris EDT, £14 This looks and smells so much more expensive than it really is. The bottle is weighty and luxurious, and the floral oriental notes of jasmine, sandalwood and vanilla linger on the skin all day. We can’t imagine anyone not loving this scent! BeautyPro Retinol Eye Patches, £4.95 for 3, beautypro.com Retinol is the best way to build collagen so, if your under-eyes look dark, heavy and lined, pop this on for 20 minutes to brighten and smooth. They stimulate collagen and elastin production, so are a good short-term investment for long-term gain. PS...Vit…

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3 OF THE BEST SCALP SAVIOURS

Lee Stafford Scalp Love Anti Hair Loss Thickening Leave In Tonic, £11.99, Boots Made with caffeine and ginger, this 3-in-1 treatment soothes scalps, delivers immediate oomph and helps thicken hair over time. Umberto Giannini Grow Scrub, £9.25, Boots Treat your scalp as you would your complexion. The scalp needs exfoliation, and increased blood flow to the follicles encourages hair growth. Massage this into the head before shampooing. Head & Shoulders Deep Cleanse Itchy Scalp Shampoo, £5.99, Superdrug Heat, humidity and sweat can make your dandruff flare up. This flake-fighting shampoo is enriched with peppermint, which soothes a hot scalp. COMPILED BY: STEPHANIE MAYLOR. PHOTO (POSED BY MODEL): GETTY…

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Q I’m having real trouble sleeping at the moment – my mind just starts whirring. What relaxing pamper products will help me nod off? A There’s nothing more frustrating than lying in bed checking the clock every five minutes. A bath about an hour before bed is the easiest way to encourage a smooth drop off. The dip in temperature your body experiences is a signal that tells us we’re supposed to go to sleep. Sprinkle Dove Relaxing Care Bath Salts, £6.99, Boots, to up the sleepy ante with calming lavender and chamomile. Spend a few minutes massaging your skin from top to toe with Sleepy Body Lotion, £9, lush.com, a hydrating moisturiser with calming jasmine, lavender and ylang ylang. The act of kneading your skin before bed will also…

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6 reasons to visit… London

Bird’s-eye view 1 With so many sights to see it can feel a bit overwhelming – that is, unless you’re travelling via open-top bus. Cue lots of fun for everyone as the bus navigates its way around London, taking in famous landmarks. With earphones supplied, you’ll hear the city’s history along the way, too. If there’s a particular sight you want to see, just hop on and off the service as often as you like. Passes for 24, 48 or 72 hours are available; theoriginaltour.com. Eat out 2 London’s rich multicultural mix means a world of exotic eating that’s affordable. Think Chinese in Chinatown, Korean in the West End, Turkish in Stoke Newington, Indian on Brick Lane. Top-class venues that might be too pricey for dinner offer great-value lunch menus for a set…

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Lacura Aloha Bronzer, £5.99, Aldi Hold on to that sun-kissed summer glow with a veil of naturally-matte bronzer. Looks-wise, it’s remarkably similar to Benefit’s cult Hoola bronzer. It hits stores this week, so bag it while you can! River Island Paris EDT, £14 This looks and smells so much more expensive than it really is. The bottle is weighty and luxurious, and the floral oriental notes of jasmine, sandalwood and vanilla linger on the skin all day. We can’t imagine anyone not loving this scent! BeautyPro Retinol Eye Patches, £4.95 for 3, beautypro.com Retinol is the best way to build collagen so, if your under-eyes look dark, heavy and lined, pop this on for 20 minutes to brighten and smooth. They stimulate collagen and elastin production, so are a good…

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Lee Stafford Scalp Love Anti Hair Loss Thickening Leave In Tonic, £11.99, Boots Made with caffeine and ginger, this 3-in-1 treatment soothes scalps, delivers immediate oomph and helps thicken hair over time. Umberto Giannini Grow Scrub, £9.25, Boots Treat your scalp as you would your complexion. The scalp needs exfoliation, and increased blood flow to the follicles encourages hair growth. Massage this into the head before shampooing. Head & Shoulders Deep Cleanse Itchy Scalp Shampoo, £5.99, Superdrug Heat, humidity and sweat can make your dandruff flare up. This flake-fighting shampoo is enriched with peppermint, which soothes a hot scalp.…

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Toddling to their deaths

It was the cutest scene – a brother and sister, just over a year apart in age, in the sweetie aisle of the local shop, choosing chocolate bars. Miracle Crook, 3, wearing pale-pink leggings and a vest top, following little brother Tony, 21 months. It was the morning of 22 May 2020, and the toddlers were at the shops with their mum Donisha Willis, 24. Just over two hours later, around 10.30am, the pair were seen on CCTV again. This time, Miracle and Tony were holding hands, walking down a grassy, tree-lined avenue near a block of flats in Tulsa, Oklahoma. But that’s where this sweet story ends. Because, this time, Donisha was nowhere in sight in the footage. And toddlers Miracle and Tony were never again seen alive, apparently vanishing into thin air. As soon as…

Toddling to their deaths

6 reasons to visit… London

Bird’s-eye view 1 With so many sights to see it can feel a bit overwhelming – that is, unless you’re travelling via open-top bus. Cue lots of fun for everyone as the bus navigates its way around London, taking in famous landmarks. With earphones supplied, you’ll hear the city’s history along the way, too. If there’s a particular sight you want to see, just hop on and off the service as often as you like. Passes for 24, 48 or 72 hours are available; theoriginaltour.com. Eat out 2 London’s rich multicultural mix means a world of exotic eating that’s affordable. Think Chinese in Chinatown, Korean in the West End, Turkish in Stoke Newington, Indian on Brick Lane. Top-class venues that might be too pricey for dinner offer great-value lunch menus…

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Toddling to their deaths

It was the cutest scene – a brother and sister, just over a year apart in age, in the sweetie aisle of the local shop, choosing chocolate bars. Miracle Crook, 3, wearing pale-pink leggings and a vest top, following little brother Tony, 21 months. It was the morning of 22 May 2020, and the toddlers were at the shops with their mum Donisha Willis, 24. Just over two hours later, around 10.30am, the pair were seen on CCTV again. This time, Miracle and Tony were holding hands, walking down a grassy, tree-lined avenue near a block of flats in Tulsa, Oklahoma. But that’s where this sweet story ends. Because, this time, Donisha was nowhere in sight in the footage. And toddlers Miracle and Tony were never again seen alive, apparently…

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A letter to... My cheating ex

To my ex-husband, Do you remember the night we first kissed? We worked together and got chatting on a night out in 1990. I was unhappily married, desperate to break free. And you helped me realise that I could. When you looked into my eyes, it was as if there was nobody else in the room. That was the moment I knew what I’d been missing. All I wanted was someone who really cared for me – doesn’t everyone? It took me a while but, as we got to know each other, I grew to trust you. With your help, I mustered the courage to leave my husband. And I made a new life, with you. But, after what I’d been through, I said we should make a pact. ‘If ever things aren’t right between us, we have to let each other…

A letter to... My cheating ex

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A letter to... My cheating ex

To my ex-husband, Do you remember the night we first kissed? We worked together and got chatting on a night out in 1990. I was unhappily married, desperate to break free. And you helped me realise that I could. When you looked into my eyes, it was as if there was nobody else in the room. That was the moment I knew what I’d been missing. All I wanted was someone who really cared for me – doesn’t everyone? It took me a while but, as we got to know each other, I grew to trust you. With your help, I mustered the courage to leave my husband. And I made a new life, with you. But, after what I’d been through, I said we should make a pact. ‘If…

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