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.

Time changes everything…

START YOUR week with a smile

I have 10 years left • Martin Kemp recently made a shocking statement to his son, Roman...

Intrusive thoughts... • Presenter Stacey Solomon has opened up about her whirling mind and the unwelcome thoughts she just can’t control

KATE: Latest health update • The Princess of Wales is rumoured to have been seen out with family but friends say it could be at least Autumn before she returns to public duties

PACK and go! • Splash out on these holiday essentials

The best thing about getting older? Saying no • Actress Anita Dobson on never dwelling on the past, the passing of time, her career and life with her husband - Queen’s Brian May

Germany: the secret to a happy marriage • We live in different countries! Here Christina Metzger explains why absence really does make the heart grow fonder…

Oh, I do love to be beside the Great British seaside • THE WAY I SEE IT... Wise words from our feisty, fearless and funny columnist

Holmes Alone • After 27 years, the shock news of Ruth and Eamonn’s separation broke last week. Our hearts go out to them, especially over the dog - a tug of love that all animal-lovers will understand

‘It’s getting worrying, again’ • Reality star Billie Shepherd has opened up about her stepdad’s drinking...

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

FLAT out! • Step into Summer in a pair of stylish sandals

Face to face with the king of the jungle... • Wendy Gomersall had a totally roarsome time feeding the lions...

No sweat! • Feeling the heat? Try these beauty buys that really last

Hollywood’s Hottest TREATMENTS • Lesley Reynolds from the Harley Street Skin Clinic reveals how the A-listers keep their skin looking Red Carpet ready...

Slim for Summer! • If the warmer weather’s got you thinking about your holiday plans and achieving your weight-loss goals, try our easy-to-follow, seven-day eating plan, created in conjunction with Slimming World. It will help you feel sensational!

What a brain tumour taught me • When a shocking diagnosis left Israr Jan-Parker fighting for survival, she discovered the true power of positivity…

Brillant burgers! • Fire up the BBQ or grill indoors…

See the world from HELEN’S HILARIOUS VIEWPOINT... • Our fabulous and funny new columnist, comedian Helen Lederer is here to tell it like it is, in her own witty way…

A holiday from the norm • Child-free Kate Mulvey loves her serene single life, but each Summer she looks forward to a noisy, crazy holiday with her nephews…

DON’T FORGET Dad! • Great gift ideas for Father’s Day...

5 ways to make money from your spare room • Got a spare room? Renting it out could be a great way to earn some extra income. The first £7,500 you make is tax free under the Government’s Rent a Room scheme and anything over that amount is taxed at your usual rate. Here’s our guide…

An extraordinary friendship • A single punch killed 28-year-old James Hodgkinson and now his heartbroken mother has formed an unlikely bond with his killer…

Capote and his Swans • What’s the truth behind the infamous writer and his betrayal of his flock of socialite friends?

IT’S GOOD to garden! • Embrace the benefits of getting back to nature...

BLOOMING lovely! • From our favourite experts to Hollywood stars and...