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The UK summertime weather can be pretty unpredictable, but we’ve found a lightweight wind and water-repellent parka jacket from Marks & Spencer that is perfect for rain and sun

With the unpredictable UK weather that has beaming sun one minute and then a downpour the next, dressing can be a bit difficult. And we’re still in that awkward phase of needing to wear a rain-proof jacket most days. We think we’ve found the perfect summer layer that is ideal for the British summertime and spontaneous rain, but still looks stylish.

The Cotton Rich Canvas Stormwear™ Hooded Parka retails for £65, and features a funnel neck, a flattering elasticated waist, an adjustable hood, plus water-repellent Stormwear™ technology to protect you from wind and light showers.

The fit toes the line between relaxed and structured, which results in a stylish-looking parka jacket slightly different from other parkas on the high street right now.

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With tens of glowing reviews, shoppers have been leaving their praises for this handy spring jacket. A standout for many was the chic dark brown colour that makes a welcome change from the usual beige and khaki raincoats about. One shopper wrote: “Lovely jacket, great colour – change from the ubiquitous beige. And it has a zipped inside pocket – a game changer!”

While a second added: “Just what I needed for this time of year – wind and shower-resistant and roomy enough to wear with a jumper but not too bulky or heavy. Love the dark brown colour as well – goes with pretty much everything.”

Multiple shoppers, however, criticised the length of the arms. Many complained that they were far longer than they would have liked, which is something to bear in mind when shopping.

Kerry Katona was first introduced to drugs but her own mother as a teenager but in a moving interview, she says there is ‘life after drugs’ as she celebrates sixteen years clean

Kerry Katona has admitted that reading about Freddy Brazier allegedly taking drugs with his gran, a lot of memories of her previous drug-talking days – which began when her mum offered her speed at the age of 14 – came flooding back. And the former Atomic Kitten star, speaking exclusively to OK!, says her own experiences and relationship with her mum have been on her mind a lot lately, because of Freddy.

The 44 year-old, who has been drug-free for 16 years, has offered a stark warning to the 20-year-old, who is the younger brother of EastEnders star Bobby: “I know he’s admitted he has a problem with smoking. He’s an adult and can make his own choices, but with drugs, it is a very, very slippery slope. I’ve seen it happen.”

Freddy, the son of Jeff Brazier and the late Jade Goody revealed last week that he wanted to check into rehab in Spain, after a reported falling out with his dad and big brother. The model, just four when Big Brother star Jade died of cervical cancer, was recently photographed smoking what appeared to be a cannabis joint with his maternal grandmother, Jackiey Budden – a former drug addict – amid rumours he’d moved in with his nan in Bermondsey, going against his dad’s legal efforts to keep them apart.

But after claiming he wanted to go to rehab, he made a U-turn days later, saying he just needed a “holiday”: “I want to be happy, be in a healthy relationship and have a healthy relationship with my nana and my father.”

But Kerry feels rehab is the right way forward. She said: “I commend Freddy for wanting to go to rehab. You can explore your emotions and work out what’s really going on. It’ll open your eyes and be one of the best things you ever do. You’ll meet inspiring, supportive people. I understand that he just wants to be his own person, but relationships are easily broken and hard to repair – and we never know what tomorrow might bring.

“Freddy’s lovely mum Jade was taken way before her time and I’m sure that hurts. My advice would be to treasure his relationship with his dad, who adores him. Life can be tough, but drugs are never the way to deal with difficult emotions. In a split second, you’re given a choice – and that choice can f**k everything up.

“I sometimes think what would’ve happened if I’d died from an overdose, like my late husband George. The pain and shame for my family doesn’t bear thinking about.”

She added to Freddy “I know you love both your nan and your dad to bits. Focus on that love, and get to rehab. It’s not a magic wand, but you can start learning new ways to cope with what life throws at you. Above all, I’d like him to know that there is life beyond drugs.”

Recalling her own dark experiences with drugs, she recalled: “Mum gave me drugs when I was 14. She was my mum, so I thought it was normal. But that’s a very unhealthy co-dependency. It was the most disgusting thing I’d ever tasted. But I soon got used to the high it gave me”, Later progressing to cocaine, she admitted sadly” “It was the only friend I had, the only thing that was always there for me.”

Former Love Island star Arabella Chi is absolutely glowing. Motherhood clearly suits her, as she gives us a glimpse of adorable baby Gigi with partner Billly Henty in an exclusive shoot

She is barely a month into motherhood, and Arabella Chi – model, influencer and one of Love Island’s most unforgettable bombshells – is basking in the baby bubble. And while the days, she admits in an exclusive shoot with OK! , are a blur of nappies, naps and nighttime feeds, she’s glowing.

Sitting down with us, the 34-year-old shares the beautiful journey of welcoming her first child, Gigi Harper Henty, into the world with boyfriend Billy Henty, 38. And her journey has been quite a whirlwind. Arabella, who first appeared on 2019’s Love Island before returning for Love Island All Stars last January, had a rollercoaster in the romance stakes – but it’s all-change now.

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She first revealed her relationship with businessman Billy in September 2024, when the pair jetted off for a sunny holiday to Santorini together, documenting the picture-postcard trip via Instagram. Just three months later, the couple revealed they were expecting their first child in a joint Instagram post, in which they wrote, “Due May 2025” in the sand on a Dubai beach, before a clip showed Billy cradling Arabella’s blossoming baby bump.

“I look at her and I think, I grew that,” Arabella says, her voice full of awe. “Her tiny ears, her lashes, the way she moves – it’s just magical.” Arabella has carved a career that blends high fashion, fitness and social influence, but nothing compares to this chapter, she smiles. Gigi, who arrived two days early, has transformed Arabella’s world. “The second she was born,” she says, “life made sense.”

As she recalls holding Gigi tight for the first time, her eyes well up. “I was absolutely petrified when they did skin to skin,” she confesses with a laugh. “I was like, ‘How do I even hold her?’ She felt so fragile, so precious. I was terrified of dropping her! But maternal instinct really does kick in. Everyone tells you that – and now I know it’s true.”

Born after an exhausting but complication- free 16-hour labour, Gigi made her entrance into a room filled with love. Arabella was supported by her mum, five midwives and Billy, who was her rock throughout. “He cried. I cried. Everyone cried! He said to me afterwards, ‘I’ve got a new level of respect for you.’”

It’s a moment she’ll never forget and, thanks to Billy who recorded it on his phone, it’s one they’ll be able to revisit. “It’s just for our family,” Arabella says, quietly. “Something sacred, something special for us to treasure forever.”

Announcing the happy news on Instagram, the new mum said, “Our worlds are complete. Gigi Harper Henty. 20/05/2025. 6.2 lbs.” Celeb pals and fans sent messages of congratulations as Claudia Fogarty, who recently announced her own pregnancy, wrote, “Aww congratulations gorgeous girl, she is just beautiful.Sending lots of love to you both xxx”, while Samira Mighty gushed, “Congratulations sweetheart.”

Finding the perfect name for their bundle of joy took a little compromise for the couple. “My boyfriend loves really traditional names and I’m the complete opposite,” Arabella admits. “I love the unusual, the unique. My own name is pretty out there, after all!”

The two thought they’d never agree and, after countless discussions, someone casually dropped the name Gigi into conversation. “We just looked at each other and said, ‘That’s it.’” For now Gigi is, she says, her dad’s double. “She’s a carbon copy of Billy,” Arabella giggles. “I keep looking for a bit of me in her, but for now she’s all Billy!”

The early days of motherhood have been a whirlwind, but Arabella wouldn’t have it any other way. “People always say, ‘You won’t have time for anything’, and now I get it. You never know how long she’ll nap, so I’m rushing to tidy up, throw in some laundry… but I try to nap once a day, just for recovery.

And recovery involves plenty of self-care. “At first I felt amazing. I was out at lunch with friends, being social, but I definitely did it backwards. Now, I’m slowing down. I’m making time for reflexology and massages at home.”

Arabella is mindful of the reality behind the Instagram photos. After posting a snap of her postpartum body, some less than kind comments rolled in. “People forget I went through 16 hours of labour. They see one image and assume it was glamorous. It wasn’t. I was sweating, exhausted, saying to my mum, ‘I’ve got nothing left to push!’ But this is my lifestyle. I’ve always trained hard and been healthy.”

Arabella was honest about her fears of childbirth. “I was petrified,” she admits, but when Gigi decided to arrive a couple of days early, everything kicked into gear. “I had an epidural, which I planned to do. Hats off to anyone who does it without – I have a new level of respect for them – but, for me, the epidural was a godsend.”

As for a push present? “I’m still waiting!” she says. “I’d love a piece of jewellery I can hand down to Gigi someday – something really sentimental.”

Arabella’s love for Billy – who was on leave for the first few weeks of Gigi’s life – is clear. “We had two full weeks together in that baby bubble,” she beams. “It was really special. Seeing him as a dad, it’s made me fall more in love with our little family.”

That family includes Astro, their beloved pooch, who has become very protective of Gigi, she says. “He’s been amazing. If she cries, he barks at us like, ‘Why are you hurting her?!’ It’s adorable.”

While the past three weeks have been full of heart-bursting joy, Arabella has found a new level of strength. Known for being as strong and straight-talking as she is glamorous, becoming a mum is a different ball game. “When you’re sleep-deprived and still have to give everything to this tiny person – it’s the truest strength I’ve ever known,” says Arabella.”

And although every moment with her daughter is precious, mornings are particularly special. “When she first wakes up, she’s just so cute and calm.” It’s a moment of peace Arabella cherishes – soft cuddles, gentle gurgles and the quiet calm of a new day. “The mornings are magic,” she says.

And yes, she’s already thinking about the years ahead. “I’m really close with my mum, and I want Gigi to have that with me. She’s already got Billy wrapped around her little finger. I can’t imagine what she’ll be like when she’s older!”

Throughout all this, Arabella is managing to find balance, with special events on the horizon such Olivia Hawkins’ upcoming 30th birthday. Olivia, who is good friends with Arabella and appeared on Love Island in 2023, is planning a big celebration and Arabella says she is excited to attend – but knows exactly where her attention will be. “I’ll definitely be missing Gigi!”

For now, Arabella is embracing every moment. “You don’t get this time back,” she says. “Yes, it’s exhausting. Yes, it’s overwhelming, but it’s also the most beautiful thing I’ve ever experienced.”

So, what’s next for the Chi-Henty clan? “Just enjoying our little family for now,” she smiles. “Taking it all in. Watching Gigi grow. Being present.” And as Arabella gazes down at her daughter, besotted, it’s clear she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Love Island star Laura Anderson was ‘hurt’ about a backlash to her recent luxury holiday with boyfriend Clark, but the devoted single mum is unapologetic about taking time for herself

Love Island star Laura Anderson snapped back at trolls last week who cruelly shamed her for going on her first child-free holiday with her sportsman boyfriend – and now a source claims the 36-year-old is feeling “hurt” about the backlash she has received. Laura had kept fans up to date about her luxury Maldives holiday with her partner, Dundee player Clark Robertson, 31, sharing a series of stunning, loved-up snaps from their exotic getaway.

But rather than be happy for her first holiday with the footballer, some fans decided to call out the single mum – who has previously posted her trips with her daughter, as well as sweet videos with her at home – for not bringing 21-month-old Bonnie along. Now, a source claims to OK! that the online backlash has been deeply unpleasant for the mum-of-one – but she’s doing her best not to let it get under her skin.

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“Being heavily trolled has been upsetting for Laura, as it would be for anyone. In her eyes, it’s bullying behaviour,” they claim. “Much of it seems to come from women, and that hurts her – she’s a strong, single mum and she feels women should be supporting other women not attacking them.”

Laura shares her adorable tot Bonnie with her ex, Hollyoaks actor Gary Lucy, who she met during her stint on Celebs Go Dating in 2022. The pair split a year into their relationship before Bonnie was born, with Gary, 43, publicly announcing their break-up just one day after Laura’s announcement of her pregnancy. Laura was also criticised by some after revealing that the Maldives break had been gifted to her.

One wrote, “I don’t understand society! I mean, I get why companies give free holidays like this to promote. “But imagine if they allowed people who wouldn’t normally experience these types of things and let them promote on social media. Like underpaid nurses, doctors, paramedics, firemen and the people that put out so much into society.”

Others, however, were firmly in Laura’s corner – pointing out that as an influencer, it was her job to promote companies to her 1.5m Instagram followers.

One penned, “It’s called a PR stay. It’s her job, she has over 1.5 million followers she is able to promote this to. It’s how she earns a living.” Straight-talking Scot Laura swiftly hit back at the nasty online trolls who tried to guilt-trip her about her picture-perfect getaway, posting a video on social media where she more than set the record straight.

“Just to clarify, I do not feel guilty at all for holidaying without my child. Neither should you! Bonnie and I have holidayed together a lot and it’s pretty obvious I’m a lone parent and look after her myself. l 100% deserve as many breaks as I see fit,” she said, clearly upset. “I truly worry about the children of the women judging online and spreading hate. Spend your time reading your child a book instead of trolling me.”

She added defiantly, “I’m also not afraid to say I know l am an unbelievable mother, so your trolling doesn’t affect me. It just makes me sad that my daughter is growing up in a world like this. I truly hope you heal.” The source goes on to claim, “Laura doesn’t feel she’s done anything wrong – apart from having a good time on holiday with her boyfriend, and sharing her posts, like many of us do.

“She adores her daughter and is absolutely devoted to her. It’s horrible for her to read these comments – but she’s her own woman, she won’t let it stop her living her life or let it destroy her happiness.”

And the grass, as they say, is not always greener. Opening up last December, Laura – who was a runner-up on Love Island in 2018, bravely admitted, “Single working mothers how do you do it? I’m so overwhelmed atm! I don’t usually suffer from anxiety but my God I cannot sleep from worry and work is just getting on top of me. I know I’m lucky and I hate being that person who moans but my God there are not enough hours in the day. Trying to keep it together.”

Cruel trolls and single mum struggles aside, things are looking good for Laura – who just weeks ago gave fans a sneak peek of her huge new home, with a vast garden and beautiful sea views. And, as for her love story with Clark, the pair seem to be going from strength to strength since going public with their romance last October.

Opening up previously about how they first got together, Laura admitted, “It’s not very romantic, he messaged me online, I saw it about three years later and replied and here we are. It’s nice, it’s chilled, no drama, just simple. A good Scottish boy, I can’t complain.”

As Laura said in her recent Instagram Story, there will always be someone who is richer or doing better than you in life – “whatever better is”. Be jealous if that’s what you feel, she says, but “don’t judge that person because of it”.

As Wimbledon approaches, now’s the time to shop for the perfect accessory to complete your Wimbledon look – and this strawberry clutch from Joe Brown may be just the ticket

Beyond the Royal and celebrity guests and the tennis, Wimbledon is best known for its strawberries and cream. A national delicacy that has become synonymous with the sporting event, there’s no reason to say the strawberries have to be restricted to just snacks.

Currently up for grabs at Joe Brown is this Sweet Strawberry-Shaped Clutch Bag that’s sure to be a winner at Wimbledon. Touted as “gorgeous and really funky” by a thrilled shopper who secured their own, this woven clutch bag is sure to turn heads and elevate any ensemble as we head closer to the highly anticipated event.

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The strawberry clutch bag, which has been hailed as “super stylish” and said to “look great with spring/summer outfits,” is available at Joe Brown for £50.

Featuring a woven-in design reminiscent of a wicker basket, which dreams of picnics in the sunshine, this handbag is packed with personality. Set to instantly boost your dungarees, dresses or shorts, for a fun retro look that’ll take you anywhere this season, this strawberry accessory isn’t just for show.

This clutch bag is equipped with a handy inner pocket that ensures your belongings are kept safe and tidy while you sip cocktails in the sun. It also comes with an adjustable shoulder strap that makes carrying it a breeze. You can wear it over the shoulder or cross-body, whichever way feels comfortable and convenient as you traverse the London streets.

If you’re looking for a cheaper option and are happy to ditch the wicker look, this Strawberry-Shaped Shoulder Bag on Amazon may be your best bet, as it comes with the wallet-friendly price tag of £7.19.

With a heatwave on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to get a pyjama set that’s sure to keep you cool and comfy in high temperatures – and this new range from M&S already has 5-star ratings

As temperatures rise, it’s time to start swapping out our cold-weather pjs for chic and cooling sets that are sure to keep you comfy all night without leaving you too hot.

Just in time for the heatwave predicted for the UK, Marks and Spencer has launched a new range of Cool Comfort pyjamas that are ideal for this time of year. Moreover, the affordable pjs are already boasting plenty of 5-star reviews from shoppers who have fallen in love with their new sets. But you may want to hurry, some sizes are selling fast.

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Crafted from pure cotton, the new M&S pyjamas are designed with natural breathability in mind, with a relaxed fit that stays light and breezy as you snooze through the warmer nights ahead. This shopper-loved set features a blue and yellow pattern that’s perfect for the spring and summer seasons.

This set, which comes in two parts—the cami (£12) and trousers (£15)—is also armed with moisture-wicking technology that not only keeps you cool all night long but also prevents you from waking up covered in sweat.

The airy cami top features tie detailing on the back and thin straps that keep the piece lightweight, comfortable and stylish. At the same time, the regular-fit trousers have a drawstring tie at the waistline that ensures the trousers fit perfectly no matter your shape and size.

The trousers come in a wide range of sizes and measurements, from 6 to 22, with petite, regular, and tall options. Meanwhile, the cami also comes in sizes 6 to 22, though it’s worth noting that size 6 has already sold out.

One M&S customer who picked up the cami gushes: “Very cute pj top for summer. Bought with matching pj bottoms, looks lovely on but saving for warmer weather and wearing the short sleeved shirt for now – bought both out of indecision but happy to keep them as the colour is so gorgeous.”

While a shopper who grabbed the trousers beams: “Lovely light pjs. Hope they will Keep me cool when the heat arrives.”

Another chimes in: “Absolutely gorgeous! Perfect for summer, and the different leg lengths are brilliantly short. The top can be adjusted so it doesn’t hang too low on the chest. Overall, this is a beautiful set.”

There’s another pyjama set in the same colourway available from Marks and Spencer. It features a button-up short-sleeve top (£15) and shorts (£10) that are also sure to keep you cool and comfy in warmer weather.