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The This Country and Am I Being Unreasonable? star wowed fans with her inspiring weight loss journey and revealed the lifestyle changes that helped make it possible

Daisy May Cooper looked fantastic at her son’s sixth birthday party, where she wore a black jumpsuit that showed off her new figure after losing 10 stone. The comedian and actor has had quite the weight loss journey over the past three years and revealed the simple lifestyle changes that helped her work so hard to slim down.

Speaking to The Sunday Times, Daisy shared that the best advice she’d been given was “from Denise Welch, who said stopping drinking is life-changing”. Alongside ditching the alcohol, she opted for a keto diet, which focuses on low-carb, high-fat meals.

Keto diets are said to encourage the body into a metabolic state called ketosis, where the body starts burning stored fat and turning them into ketones in the liver. By limiting carb intake to 20-50 grams a day, the body will start to use up fat for energy.

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There are many low-carb diets to follow, such as Atkins or the paleo diet, but while these are high in protein with a moderate amount of fat, the keto diet contains higher fat and a moderate amount of protein. It’s health benefits are debated and some NHS hospitals who offer it as a treatment for drug resistant epilepsy and certain metabolic conditions insist on close monitoring by a specialist dietitian.

Daisy also appeared on the BBC podcast How to Be in the Spotlight in June and said changes to her medication impacted her weight loss. “I was put on some medication for depression, Quetiapine. It slows your metabolism right down to a crawl and it makes you have the munchies 24/7.

“I was put on it just before I started This Country. What people weren’t aware of is I’d always been a size 8 to 10. It was that medication that made me balloon.”

She credited coming off the medication with a dramatic weight loss: It wasn’t until I made the decision to come off that that people were like, “Oh my God, she’s so different and she’s losing all this weight”. This was always who I was, so shedding all of that was great.”

It is important to note that coming off antidepressants does can come with serious side effects and you should always talk to your doctor before choosing to stop medication.

Daisy made it clear that one thing was not involved in her weight loss – surgery. “I haven’t had any surgery. I did go in to have a consultation for a tummy tuck and the surgeon just scared the s*** out of me.”

Speaking to Grazia, she opened up about the reason she started losing weight in the first place, despite being “so for body positivity”.

“I’m so for body positivity, but when I was at my biggest, I was at my most miserable and I had a massive food addiction. I wasn’t healthy. I couldn’t breathe when I was walking up the stairs. I was so unhappy.”

She has received backlash for her weight loss and spoke about how “angry” some comments made her. “I’ve had some messages like, “Well, now you’ve lost the weight you’re not funny any more.” What the f**k? Why do women have to be f**king fat to be funny?

“That makes me so angry. I champion anybody. I think everybody should be happy with their body.”

There are lots of ways of losing weight by making small changes or by seeking support. If you need help managing your weight, you might be able to refer yourself directly to services that can help you. Please check the NHS website for further advice.

Louise Thompson has found the perfect colourful addition to your morning routine with her rainbow egg cups that are ‘gorgeous and practical’ with a five star rating

Your morning routine can usually be a bit chaotic, but one of the best ways to brighten it up is by bringing a little bit of joy to your everyday life. And Louise Thompson’s tableware is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face over breakfast.

She shared her collection of Le Creuset’s Stoneware Rainbow Set of 6 Egg Cups that she uses to make breakfast for herself, her partner Ryan and son Leo. The set of six egg cups come in a rainbow collection of colours, and are priced at £55, which considering an individual one is usually around £11 and a set of two cost £19, means you’ll save plenty of money on the full set.

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The stoneware egg cups come in six of Le Creuset’s most iconic colours, including volcano, cerise, palm and teal. The cups are “simple but glorious” according to the Le Creuset website, and bring a ray of sunshine to your breakfast table.

Each egg cup is made from glazed stoneware which is scratch resistant and easy to clean, and is made from specialist clay that maintains an even temperature. You can use them hot or cold, with the Stoneware Rainbow Set of 6 Egg Cups thermoresistant from -23°C to +260°C.

They even come with a ten year guarantee to make sure they’ll withstand the test of time. The Stoneware Rainbow Set of 6 Egg Cups have a solid five star rating from reviewers, with one saying: “Gorgeous, colourful and practical, it is a treat having my boiled eggs.”

Another agreed: “These were a present for my son in law who is very pleased. Happy with the purchase.”

Other reviews translated into English read: “Super beautiful, beautiful colors, top quality as usual, nothing to complain about.”

With another saying: “Practical and colorful, pleasant on the table, used several times without any problem.” And a third adding: “High quality, beautiful colors; very good value for money.”

Meanwhile on Amazon, the Cooks Professional Set of 4 Colourful Egg Cups are priced at £16.99 with colour options like pink, blue, orange and yellow. Or you can also pick up a set of six multi coloured ones for £23.99 making them a little more affordable than the Le Creuset ones.

For a little bit of whimsy, Not on the High Street’s Handmade Stoneware Egg Cup from IGstudio Ceramics are £14.90 for a single one, or come in sets of two, three and four. They feature a minimalist smiley face design and colourful inlays, and can be fully customised and personalised.

However, Louise’s Le Creuset Stoneware Rainbow Set of 6 Egg Cups are a classic pick that’s guaranteed to be a hit over breakfast. You can pick them up for £55 on the website now.

Jimmy Choo’s ‘beautiful’ fragrance that’s perfect for everyday wear has been reduced to under £10 with little known offer from money savings website

Purchasing a luxury perfume can be quite the investment, so we love when we spot designer house fragrances with amazing deals. The latest bargain we’ve found is Jimmy Choo’s popular Flash Eau de Parfum, praised by shoppers for its long-lasting wear and feminine smell, currently available for less than £25 in a limited-time flash sale on LookFantastic.

Whether you’re treating yourself or hunting for the perfect gift, this is a deal too good to miss. Originally priced at £55, this fragrance is now more than 50% off at £24.65. The savings get even better, with shoppers able to pick up this luxury perfume for as little as £6 with a little-known offer.

TopCashBack is currently offering customers the chance to claim extra money off when they sign up using this unique link. For new members of TopCashback and new customers of LookFantastic, the perfume effectively works out as £6.57 after cashback or £8.62 for members of TopCashback and existing customers of LookFantastic.

The main notes feature strawberry and tangy tangerine mixed with white florals to provide a burst of freshness. While the pink pepper and tuberose add a warmth that makes it a perfect day-to-night perfume.

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Shoppers have been praising this scent for its long-lasting wear and lovely smell. One wrote: “I have been buying this since 2013. It’s a firm favourite and always reels in compliments when wearing it.” While a second added: “This is a fresh perfect everyday perfume that will never get bored of”.

However, a few criticised the overly sweet scent. One shopper wrote, “I bought it as a gift for my daughter. For me, the fragrance is too sweet.”

If you’re after more beauty deals we’ve spotted a way to nab a Charlotte Tilbury Peachgasm Beauty Light Wand for £12.99. Boop Beauty is an outlet that offers up to 70% off luxury beauty and wellness products, including major brands like Charlotte Tilbury, and has slashed 67% of the cult favourite blush.

While Medik8’s at-home chemical peel alternative is currently 20% off. Its Sleep Glycolic is normally priced at £39, but is now £31.20 at LookFantastic.

How to secure this offer:

• To obtain the cashback deal, new TopCashback members must register via this unique link
• Look for LookFantastic and select ‘Get Cashback Now’
• Browse and complete your purchase as normal
• Cashback will then be tracked and show up in your TopCashback account within 7 working days of your transaction

Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne’s youngest daughter Kelly Osbourne shared an update with fans earlier following the death of her late father almost two months ago

The late Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter Kelly Osbourne has told fans that she’s “found her smile again” following his death two months ago. She shared this morning that she has now found something that “truly” makes her feel happy.

It was announced in July that musician Ozzy had died, aged 76, less than three weeks after his farewell concert with his band Black Sabbath. The news of his death was shared by his wife Sharon Osbourne and four of his children, including Kelly, 40, in a statement on the day that he died.

Kelly has spoken about grieving the loss of her father and paid tribute to him, including describing him as her “best friend,” since then. She’s now said on Instagram that she has found her smile again amid the “sadness and grief”.

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Kelly said that falconry, which typically involves training and flying falcons or other birds of prey, sometimes to hunt other animals, has been making her feel “happy” lately. She shared footage of herself with some trained birds in a field.

One video showed a falcon flying over to Kelly, who was wearing a glove, before eating something that was on the glove. Another clip showed an owl flying away from Kelly before returning and seemingly being rewarded.

Alongside a photo of herself with an owl perched on her hand, Kelly wrote: “In all my sadness & grief I have found something that truly makes me happy! I never thought I would find my smile again through falconry but I did. I absolutely love being with the birds!”

The updates come after Kelly spoke about her grief and paid tribute to her late father Ozzy in a statement posted just weeks after his death. It was shared by her following the late singer’s funeral procession and private service.

Kelly expressed gratitude for the support of fans in the message on social media. As reported at the time, she wrote: “I’ve sat down to write this a hundred times and still don’t know if the words will ever feel like enough … but from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

“The love, support, and beautiful messages I’ve received from so many of you have truly helped carry me through the hardest moment of my life. Every kind word, every shared memory, every bit of compassion has meant more than I can ever explain.”

She concluded: “Grief is a strange thing – it sneaks up on you in waves – I will not be ok for a while – but knowing my family are not alone in our pain makes a difference. I’m holding on tight to the love, the light, and the legacy left behind. Thank you for being there. I love you all so much.”

One Direction stars, Louis Tomlinson and Zayn Malik, have been pictured together for the first time in 10 years following a rift between the pair

Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson have sent One Direction fans into a frenzy after popping up in a selfie together, 10 years after their famous feud.

The One Direction stars have reunited after both attending Liam Payne’s funeral last year following the star’s tragic death in Argentina in October.

Louis, 33, and Zayn, 32, were estranged for several years after they fell out in 2015 following a testy exchange on social media. When Zayn’s producer at the time – Naughty Boy – slammed Louis on Twitter, now X, the singer accused him of “riding on the back of someone else’s career,” referencing Zayn, leading to a rift between the singers, which was showing no signs of sorting itself out.

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However, the End of the Day stars appear to have put the past behind them as they posed, smiling for a selfie with a fan in New York on Sunday, sending Directioners wild.

A fan page for Zayn and Louis shared the photo, captioning it: “LOUIS AND ZAYN IN NEW YORK WITH A FAN!!!!!” Responding, another person commented: “I CANT BELIEVE IT OMGGGG.” A third asked: “IM SORRY WHAT???!” And a fourth gushed: “Omggggg Zouis!!!! This makes my heart so happy!!”

Speculating whether huge news could be on the cards, wondering if Zayn could be performing at Louis’ Away From Home festival in New York in October, another fan mused: “”Waaaait a minute… could this mean Zayn will be at AFHF this year. possibly even performing?!?!”

“I mean Lou did say he had some things up his sleeve,” said another, as the rumour mill online churned at pace.

Back in February, Louis showed up to cheer on Zayn as he played in Los Angeles for his Stairway To The Sky solo world tour.

Excited Zayn announced on stage: “Tonight is special — an old friend of mine is here supporting me. I don’t want to give his location away but Louis is here tonight.”

A year after their Twitter feud, Louis’ mother, Johannah Deakin, passed away. Months after the tragedy the singer told The Sun about his mum’s dying wish – a reconciliation between him and Zayn.

He said: “My mum said, ‘You’ve got to get back in contact with Zayn. Life’s too f**king short’. A mother’s intuition is just f**king crazy. It always felt supernatural to me. My mum always knew what I was feeling and what I wanted.”

Louis and Zayn were also seen together last year, but in tragic circumstances as they paid their respects to their bandmate, Liam, following his untimely death in Argentina in October.

Seen outside a church in Amersham, the pair read the tributes to the dad-of-one as they mourned the loss of their friend, along with fellow One Direction stars, Harry Styles and Niall Horan.

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Sp Spencer Matthews has hit back at rumours that his marriage to Vogue Williams is in trouble, after the couple decided to leave their podcast earlier this year

Reality TV star Spencer Matthews has rubbished claims that his and wife Vogue Williams’ podcast departure signals marital strife.

The Made in Chelsea personality has firmly rejected the speculation and social media gossip that has been doing the rounds throughout the year.

Spencer made it clear that people’s assumptions about them calling it quits due to leaving the show were completely baseless. Chatting to RSVP Magazine, Spencer revealed: “We stopped the Spencer and Vogue podcast because I wanted to pursue a very different podcast.

“To be honest, I wanted to give my time in that world to a very different style of podcasting. I shouldn’t have to say this, but I love my wife, we work on all kinds of things together and I see her every single day.”

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“There were so many rumours about how we left that podcast and how our relationship must be in trouble. There was no truth to it at all.”

For Spencer and Vogue, who are proud parents to three little ones, handling these whispers proved rather irritating. He continued: “I would read stuff and think, ‘Where has that come from?’ It was all made up. People assumed that if we were leaving the show then we must be breaking up.

“I was just pursuing different brands and different businesses. Vogue and I will work together again down the line. We will probably do more TV and we might do another podcast, who knows? I fancied a change and so did she. She has a new podcast with her sister Amber. There are no hard feelings. People always chop and change and do different things.”

Spencer’s personal struggle with alcohol drove his decision to establish his alcohol-free drinks empire, CleanCo.. The turning point came when he was given a brutal ultimatum that he could lose Vogue if he didn’t overhaul his lifestyle completely.

He confessed: “The brand was born out of a desire to fix a problem in my life. I’m an all or nothing person and I developed a really poor relationship with alcohol.

“I was drinking every single day for many years. It wasn’t always to excess and often it felt fun, but I was doing pretty significant damage to myself at the time, certainly to my ambition and drive.

“It’s very difficult to operate at a high level when you’re constantly intoxicated. I felt like I lost a bit of control in the last couple of years and I began to feel a little ashamed of my behaviour.

“I decided I had to make a change in my life if I wasn’t going to lose everything. I spoke to people and what I was hearing was that I could lose my fiancé at the time, Vogue, who is now mother to my three amazing children. I was told I could lose everything and that it was a slippery slope. So I quit and I didn’t drink for about two years.”

When questioned about potentially losing Vogue, he confessed: “It was hard to believe when I heard that. You always think that you’re not as bad as terrible drinkers.

“I have ADHD and I’m told that if you have it that you obsess over things. Drinking was an obsession for me, and it was a competitive obsession.

“I wanted to be the last person standing and I wanted to drink the most. It was almost like a badge of honour to be a great drunk in my day.”