Model and radio presenter Kelly Brook celebrated husband Jeremy Parisi’s 40th birthday with a romantic getaway to the South of France. The 45-year-old shared a series of photos on Instagram, including a standout snap of herself in a plunging red and white bikini. Captioned "Pure joy," the post showed her enjoying a swim in crystal-clear waters, styled with oversized sunglasses and her hair pulled back.
Celebrating love and milestones
The couple’s celebratory week included stops in Paris before heading to the French Riviera. Brook posted further updates captioned: "What a Beautiful Week of Love Sun Sea Sand and Crudite." Their holiday held added meaning for Parisi, who is Italian but previously lived in France and is fluent in French.
Brook and Parisi have been together since 2015 after connecting on Instagram a year earlier. They tied the knot in 2022. The recent trip reflects both a personal milestone and their shared love for travel and food.
Fitness and marathon achievement
Brook’s bikini post comes just weeks after she completed the London Marathon with Parisi. The achievement was particularly significant as she had never run even a 5k before beginning her training this year. She described the moment of crossing the finish line as emotional, especially after fracturing her foot during the race.
Brook praised her husband's influence on maintaining a balanced lifestyleGetty Images
Having gained weight after moving back to the UK from Los Angeles in 2017, Brook went from a size 12 to 16. She has since turned her health around, shedding two stone through a combination of dietary changes and exercise.
Daily routine and healthy living
In a previous interview, Brook outlined her typical daily eating habits. For breakfast, she opts for either a granola bar with coffee or a SlimFast shake when in a rush. Lunch includes another SlimFast shake or a meal bar or pretzels.
Dinner is a special time for the couple. Parisi usually prepares a healthy, hearty meal after Brook returns home from hosting Heart Radio's drivetime show. She noted: "He's very sweet, he'll always light a little candle and set the table."
Shared lifestyle and fitness
Brook praised her husband's influence on maintaining a balanced lifestyle. "He's Italian-French so it's all about sitting down and eating together," she said. The couple also enjoy long weekend hikes with their dog, reflecting a shared commitment to staying active.
"We try and keep fit and healthy together. We've got a dog so we go out on weekends for two hour hikes and stuff like that, which we love to do," she added.
Kelly Brook continues to share glimpses of her personal life and health journey, inspiring fans with her open approach to wellness, relationships, and ageing with confidence.
Comedian and presenter Romesh Ranganathan has opened up about his long-term mental health challenges, describing how he has found effective ways to manage his wellbeing and now feels he is in “one of the best places I’ve ever been in my life”.
Speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, Ranganathan discussed experiencing suicidal thoughts in the past and the steps he has taken to improve his mental health. He also reflected on his Sri Lankan heritage, his upbringing, and the difficulties his family faced during his youth.
Managing mental health with daily routines
Ranganathan said he uses running, reading and breathing exercises to help maintain his mental wellbeing. These habits have become an important part of his routine.
“One of the things I’ve noticed when it comes to mental health is you do stuff that works… and then for some reason you just stop doing it,” he said. “You go, ‘Oh, I’ve done that every day for a week, I’m really feeling better, shall I just stop? Yeah!’ And then a few weeks later, wonder why I feel much worse.”
He described recognising when his mental health dips as “half the battle”, explaining that he is now better equipped to respond to difficult periods. “Sometimes I just go through a dark period and I know that I’ve got to do something about it,” he said.
Sharing mental health experiences responsibly
The 47-year-old broadcaster also reflected on the challenges of discussing mental health publicly, particularly when such conversations might affect others.
“You’ve got to be careful because it’s triggering [for other people],” he told presenter Lauren Laverne. “The way that I try and tackle that is to talk about it… I’m trying to destigmatise it to make the conversation normal.”
Mental health should be something people feel able to talk about openlyBBC Radio 4
However, Ranganathan acknowledged the fine line involved in public disclosures. “You do also have to be mindful of the fact that people may have been affected by that,” he said. “You don’t always get it right, but I think the rewards outweigh the risks.”
He explained that, like physical illness, mental health should be something people feel able to talk about openly. But he also emphasised the importance of being sensitive to those who may have personal experiences with suicide or depression.
Personal losses and long-term challenges
Ranganathan revealed that his struggles with mental health date back to his teenage years. He recalled particularly difficult moments during his A-levels, when his father was imprisoned for fraud, and the wider financial difficulties the family faced at the time.
“I’ve been through in my life a number of periods of suicide ideation,” he said. Despite these challenges, he said he currently feels mentally strong and positive. “As I speak now, this is running close to one of the best places I’ve ever been in my life mentally.”
His father died in 2011, but Ranganathan continues to reflect on his parents' lives and the lasting impact they’ve had on him.
Honouring his mother’s strength
During the interview, Ranganathan spoke warmly about his mother, Shanthi, and described her as “one of my heroes”. He shared how his parents moved to the UK from Sri Lanka in 1970, eight years before he was born.
While his father embraced British culture, socialising and working, Ranganathan said his mother had a very different experience. “That’s a 19-year-old girl who had kids in a foreign country,” he said. “My dad was going off to work… my mum is at home and going to the shops, but… there’s a strong argument he should’ve implemented more boundaries than he did.”
He admitted that one of his biggest regrets is “not having enough empathy or understanding” of his mother’s situation when he was growing up.
Family challenges and early life
Ranganathan recalled a difficult period when he was 12, and his father lost his job and struggled financially. “He was trying to make money in his sort of Sri Lankan Del Boy way, and it wasn’t working out,” he said. “He couldn’t keep up the mortgage repayments on their house.”
His father was later arrested and sentenced to two years in prison for fraud, an event that deeply affected Ranganathan during his teenage years.
Despite these hardships, Ranganathan eventually found success in comedy in the early 2010s and has since become a household name in the UK. He now hosts a weekend show on BBC Radio 2 and has fronted numerous popular television programmes.
Music and reflections
As part of his Desert Island Discs appearance, Ranganathan selected songs from artists including Kanye West, Eminem, and Huey Lewis and the News. His musical choices reflected different stages of his life and emotional journey.
The interview provided a rare and honest glimpse into the comedian’s personal experiences and mental health journey, offering encouragement to others who may be facing similar struggles.
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Priya Mulji with participants at a Thailand retreat
I turned 43 recently, and it was the best birthday of my life. Special for so many reasons. For the first time since my twenties, I spent my birthday abroad. (In case you were wondering – Phuket, Thailand.)
Last year, I impulsively booked myself onto my friend Urvashi’s mind, body and soul expansion experience. Since then, life has taken some unexpected turns – including being made redundant from my day job – so this trip could not have come at a better time.
Before leaving, I was apprehensive. I had never been to East Asia. Would I like it? Would I get on with the other women? Should I really be going on a two-week trip without a job? What vaccinations would I need? Would the street food give me Delhi belly?
I need not have worried. Within the first day, all my fears melted away. The group of women on the trip were inspiring – each there for her own reasons – and across the week, I connected with them in unique and beautiful ways.
We ranged in age from 37 to 53. Some of us were single, others married with grown-up children. Some were high-flying execs, others unemployed.
But there was no sense of hierarchy – no “I’m better than you.” Just acceptance.
It was a trip of firsts. I got up at 5.30am on my birthday to do a four-kilometre mountain hike to see the Big Buddha. I got in a kayak and floated in the middle of the ocean, despite being a terrible swimmer. I took a Thai cooking class and finally learned how to make some of my favourite dishes.
But the biggest lesson from this impactful trip was this: it is so important to find people who bring good energy, who listen without judgment. Surround yourself with those who offer wisdom and support, not force their opinions on you. Who remind you that you are respected. That you are loved.
For anyone feeling lost, unloved, or unsure of how to navigate life, know that your tribe might be out there, waiting to meet you in the most unexpected of places. I found a new sisterhood in just one week. So take a chance. Step out of your comfort zone. Do something you never imagined doing.
I will leave you with the words of Usha, who was on the trip: “We are all devis in our own way.” I dedicate this column to Jaymini, Leena, Nina, Usha, Iram and Rinku – for helping me in ways they may never fully understand.
And to my darling Urvashi, thank you for bringing us all together. You created magic. You gave me the best birthday gift I could ever have asked for.
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The 2025 summer beauty bag is available exclusively in-store
Marks & Spencer’s popular summer beauty bag has returned for 2025, offering shoppers the chance to enjoy a wide range of premium skincare, haircare and make-up products for just £35. The curated bundle is valued at £210 and includes products from major brands such as Estée Lauder, Color Wow, REN, This Works, and Arkive.
The beauty bag contains a total of eleven items: four full-size products and seven travel-sized minis, all packed in a vibrant pink and peach wash bag. Ideal for holidays or everyday use, the zipped bag is roomy enough to store essentials and is designed with travel convenience in mind.
Available only in stores due to cyber attack
Unlike in previous years, the 2025 summer beauty bag is available exclusively in-store. This is due to an ongoing cyber attack that has disrupted M&S’s online operations. The company has paused orders through its website and app, with services not expected to resume until mid-July. Reports suggest the incident has already cost the retailer around £300 million.
What’s inside the 2025 beauty bag?
Shoppers will find a mix of classic products and newer releases inside the beauty bag.
Among the highlights is Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray (£19.50), known for taming frizz and protecting hair from humidity and heat. This Works’ body smoothing wash (£14.40) and Bloom & Blossom’s ultra-nourishing moisture body cream (£24) offer a two-step bodycare routine for soft, hydrated skin.
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For facial skincare, the bag includes REN’s newly launched Clean Screen SPF 50 (£36), which provides high protection without leaving a white residue, making it suitable for sensitive or eczema-prone skin. Dr Paw Paw’s original balm (£7.25) is also included, offering a versatile solution for dry lips and skin.
Haircare is covered with Arkive’s Good Habit Hair Oil (£15), formulated with baobab and jojoba oils to boost shine and fragrance. A compact Tangle Teezer brush (£10.50) is also included, ideal for detangling hair while travelling.
Make-up and fragrance additions
The collection features two Estée Lauder products: a full-size Double Wear mascara (£18.15), which promises up to 15 hours of wear, and the Revitalising Supreme+ moisturiser (£58), which is enriched with peptides to help reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Two travel-sized fragrances are also part of the package. Discover’s Sweet Frangipani (£10) offers a summery floral scent, while Floral Street’s Electric Rhubarb (£29) delivers a fresh, fruity fragrance.
High street support
With online services currently unavailable, M&S is encouraging shoppers to head to physical stores to purchase the beauty bag. The limited-edition bundle offers strong value for money and continues to be a popular seasonal offering for customers looking to stock up on premium beauty items.
The M&S Summer Beauty Bag 2025 is available in-store for £35, while stocks last.
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Bridge’s endorsement of the colour corrector is supported by high customer ratings
Television personality Frankie Bridge has revealed the one beauty product she relies on to cover dark under-eye circles, particularly when dealing with fatigue caused by travel. Known for frequently sharing skincare and makeup tips with her followers, Bridge has identified the Huda Beauty #FauxFilter Colour Corrector as her must-have item for a refreshed appearance.
The former Saturdays singer and current Loose Women panellist praised the product for its effectiveness in neutralising under-eye discolouration and brightening the complexion. The colour corrector, available in a range of shades, is priced at £26 through retailers such as Beauty Bay, Sephora, and Cult Beauty. In select shades, it is currently available for a reduced price of £20.75, making it an affordable option for those seeking to enhance their makeup routine.
What makes the product stand out
The Huda Beauty #FauxFilter Colour Corrector is designed to conceal dark circles and even out the skin tone around the eyes. The product features a crease-resistant, sweat-proof and transfer-proof formula, making it suitable for long-lasting wear throughout the day. It is formulated to be lightweight and creamy, offering sheer yet effective coverage without settling into fine lines or appearing cakey.
One of the main benefits of the corrector is its ability to provide natural-looking results. It is formulated to blend easily into the skin, delivering a smooth and radiant finish. The product works well on its own or under a concealer, allowing users to layer makeup without it feeling heavy or overly made-up.
Dermatologist-tested and photo-friendly
In addition to its practical features, the colour corrector has also been tested by dermatologists and is designed to be flashback-free. This means it maintains its coverage and tone even under camera flashes, making it a useful option for social events, photography, or video appearances.
Frankie Bridge highlighted how the product suits her lifestyle, helping her maintain a fresh and bright under-eye appearance after long-haul travel or late nights. The #FauxFilter Colour Corrector is part of the wider Huda Beauty range, known for its popular and highly-rated products that combine professional-level results with ease of use.
Consumer reviews back the hype
Bridge’s endorsement of the colour corrector is supported by high customer ratings across various platforms. One Beauty Bay shopper left a five-star review stating, “The Huda Beauty Colour Corrector is super creamy and easy to blend. It covers dark circles and spots really well without feeling heavy. The colours are strong but natural, and they work great under concealer. It stays in place all day and helps the makeup look smoother and brighter.”
Another reviewer commented on its texture: “It’s creamy but not drying under-eyes – and minimal creasing!” A third added, “I loved the product, it's very smooth when you apply it and blends so beautifully with the concealer.”
Several users also noted the corrector’s compatibility with different skin tones, with one customer stating: “So good for cool undertones.”
Where to buy it
Frankie Bridge’s favourite colour corrector is available from several major beauty retailers. Beauty Bay currently lists the product for £26, with some shades reduced to £20.75. Boots also offers it for £20.80, while Sephora and Cult Beauty stock it at the standard retail price of £26.
For those looking to refresh their look or combat the signs of tiredness, the Huda Beauty #FauxFilter Colour Corrector appears to be a tried-and-tested favourite, recommended not only by beauty enthusiasts but by Bridge herself.
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Princess Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, born on 4 June 2021 in California
The Duchess of Sussex has shared a light-hearted video of herself dancing while heavily pregnant with her daughter Lilibet, as part of a series of posts marking the princess’s fourth birthday.
The clip, posted on Instagram, shows Meghan and the Duke of Sussex dancing in a hospital room as they attempted a TikTok challenge set to the song Baby Mama by Cameron J. Henderson. The track, which includes the lyrics "been pregnant for way too long", was part of a social media trend encouraging expectant parents to dance in the hopes of inducing labour.
Meghan wrote: “Four years ago today, this also happened. Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn’t work – there was only one thing left to do!” It is not known whether the dance actually brought on her labour.
The video was accompanied by a collection of intimate family photos featuring Princess Lilibet. One black-and-white image shows Meghan holding Lilibet on her lap, both appearing windswept, possibly on a boat. Another photo captures a tender moment from 2021, with Meghan cradling her daughter shortly after birth.
In her caption, the duchess wrote: “Happy birthday to our beautiful girl! Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it. Thanks to all of those sending love and celebrating her special day!”
A further image shows Lilibet as a newborn looking up at Prince Harry. Another photograph captures a candid moment of the Duke of Sussex walking barefoot on the sand with his daughter in a dress, their backs turned to the camera. Meghan commented on the father-daughter bond, writing: “The sweetest bond to watch unfold. Daddy’s little girl and favourite adventurer. Happy birthday Lili!”
While Meghan typically shares photos of her children with their faces hidden for privacy, one new picture reveals the top half of Lilibet’s face, including her eyes, while the rest is covered by Meghan’s embrace.
Princess Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, born on 4 June 2021 in California, is the younger child of Prince Harry and Meghan. She became a princess when her grandfather, King Charles III, ascended the throne. Her elder brother, Prince Archie, is six years old.
The duchess has also hinted at future plans involving her daughter. During an episode of her podcast Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan said: “I wonder if one day I’ll be in business with Lili and we’ll be building something.” Tina Knowles, Beyoncé’s mother, who was a guest on the episode, responded: “That’s the best.”
Last week, Meghan shared another clip showing herself and Lilibet beekeeping together, both in full protective gear. “Like mother, like daughter – she’s even wearing my gloves,” she captioned the video.
Lilibet is named after Queen Elizabeth II, who was affectionately called “Lilibet” by close family after struggling to pronounce her own name as a child.