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An ode to autocorrect: Farewell to a ducking beloved nuisance

With Apple tweaking its autocorrect function to remove its pesky expletive sanitisation, we have lost one of life’s biggest nuisances — and purest joys. Here’s why we’re a bit sad that it’s gone

Jun 7, 2023
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Everything you need to know about Prince Harry’s historic court case

This week’s phone-hacking trial will make Harry the first senior royal to appear in court in more than a century. From his surprising no-show on day one to what he’ll be grilled about when he takes the stand, here’s everything we know so far

Jun 5, 2023
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The only six hairstyles you need to know this summer

Pixie mullets, ‘90s super bobs and indie sleaze crops will reign supreme. It’s time for the big chop, says Maddy Mussen

Jun 5, 2023
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ITV’s ‘toxic’ Phillip Schofield drama: all the key players

Once a British institution with near-national treasure status, the daytime show has become embroiled in a toxic battle that threatens its very existence. Maddy Mussen outlines the figures at the heart of it

Jun 5, 2023
TV

The Idol: the starry TV sensation that has critics in a whirl

Starring Lily-Rose Depp and devised by the Euphoria creator and The Weeknd, The Idol is the new series dividing critics and viewers. Sexist and regressive or trailblazing?

Jun 5, 2023
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Princess of Wales picks Elie Saab and Jenny Packham for royal wedding

Kate and William looked sharp for their star appearance at the wedding of Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein

Jun 2, 2023
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The major revelations from Phillip Schofield’s emotional BBC interview

The beleaguered former ITV presenter has given his first emotional interviews since news broke of his relationship with a young runner on This Morning. Here’s everything he had to say

Jun 2, 2023
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Beige flags: have we reached peak ‘flag’ fatigue?

We’ve had red, green and pink flags — but is it time to ditch the way we judge people?

Jun 1, 2023
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Back to the future! 5 retro beauty looks at Cannes Film Festival

From the swinging 60s to the late 90s, the beauty at Cannes made for some very fun (and familiar) looks, writes Maddy Mussen

May 26, 2023
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The Cannes AmfAR Gala 2023 was all about sheer dressing

At this year’s glamourous amfAR Gala at Cannes, celebrities from Elsa Hosk to LaQuan Smith say yes to sheer looks

May 26, 2023
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Peek-a-boo bras are the new ‘naked’ dress in 2023

Underwear as outerwear is nothing new but the bra strap has been a long suffering outcast to the trend of exposing stylish undies. Now it’s finally getting its moment, says Maddy Mussen

May 26, 2023
Fashion

Cannes 2023: Brie Larson and Jourdan Dunn lead the red carpet

Every fashion moment that made a splash on the French Riviera

May 26, 2023
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All the weird ways the 1% are trying to cheat death

From medical concierges and (young) blood transfusions to Succession-approved cryogenics, Maddy Mussen explores how the 1 per cent are trying to defy death

May 25, 2023
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Why the new Barbie movie is the feminist epic we deserve

It’s high time we got a feminist Barbie flick - and Greta Gerwig is ready to stand and deliver, says Maddy Mussen

May 25, 2023
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Dua Lipa unveils her debut collection for Versace in Cannes

Iris Law, Lila Moss and Irina Shayk walked for the pop star’s ‘90s-inflected collaboration with Versace at a show timed to coincide with the Cannes Film Festival

May 24, 2023
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Everything you need to know about Dua Lipa’s boyfriend Romain Gavras

The stylish new ‘It’ couple have caused quite the internet stir in Cannes. But what’s all the fuss behind the French music video director she’s newly dating? Maddy Mussen investigates

May 23, 2023
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What really happened during Harry and Meghan’s car chase

Recollections appear to vary about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s journey home through New York

May 20, 2023
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How much is Rishi’s wife Akshata Murty worth following £200m loss?

Maddy Mussen digs into the first family’s finances following a tumble in the value of shares held by the PM’s wife in her father’s company

May 19, 2023
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Succession fashion decoded by the show’s costume designer

How has the most corporate show on TV generated the most conversation about fashion since Sex and the City? Succession costume designer Michelle Matland takes Maddy Mussen through the style evolution of each main character

May 18, 2023
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Anne Hathaway is Versace’s newest face: a look back at her best looks

The latest face of Versace has churned out look after look this year — here’s how she went from red carpet forgettable to instilling wardrobe envy in A-listers everywhere

May 17, 2023
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The symbolism behind Meghan Markle’s gilded glamour moment

The erstwhile royal has ditched the Palace’s sartorial protocols once and for all

May 17, 2023