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High street brand Next is selling the perfect summer dress that will keep you cool and comfortable during the warmer months, and is a great addition to your holiday wardrobe

Finding the perfect summer dress that strikes a balance between style and practicality can be a challenge. However, shoppers may have discovered just the piece at Next.

Next’s Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress, available in eight prints, is priced at a reasonable £34. Customers can choose from an elegant cream colourway with a black floral print, a trendy fruit pattern, and an Italy-inspired design, among others.

This attention-grabbing dress is cut to a mini length and comes in both regular and petite sizes, catering to fashion enthusiasts of various heights. It’s crafted from a lightweight linen blend, providing all the advantages of the airy fabric while being easy to launder and more wrinkle-resistant.

Perfect for everyday wear during the warmer months, whether in the UK or on a tropical holiday, the dress features a relatively high neckline at the front and a playful scoop at the back, completed with a split side hem and handy pockets.

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In other shopping news, customers can enjoy a 20% discount on the Ria Jersey Collared Shirt Dress at White Stuff, now priced at £47.20, reduced from £59. This dress is made from a soft cotton and modal blend and features a peter pan collar and pockets, reports the Manchester Evening News.

Alternatively, Roman offers the Linen Mix Shift Dress, available in four prints, for £36, down from £40 when using the discount code JET at checkout. This dress is made from a breathable linen blend and features a flattering v-neckline, short sleeves, and convenient front button details.

Next’s Scoop Back Mini Shift Dress is receiving tonnes of praise, boasting an impressive 4.5-star rating from nearly 60 reviews. A pleased customer commented: “This is the perfect summer dress, I got loads of compliments whilst wearing on my recent holiday.”

Another said: “The dress is fabulous. Material excellent. The style is excellent and the design is what attracted me to the dress. Excellent value for money.”

A different shopper remarked: “Really lovely dress and design. Bought it for my holiday, had a compliment when I wore it for the first time.”

However, not everyone’s experience was seamless, as one buyer explained in their three-star review: “The dress was lovely and would have been great for summer and holidays but I was very disappointed that I had to return it because although I bought my usual size it was gaping a lot under the arms. I did try the next size down because I really wanted the dress but sadly this was too tight across the breast so I ended up paying twice for postage with no dress to show for it.”

Former This Morning host, Fern Britton, divorced celebrity chef, Phil Vickery, in 2020 after two decades together and welcoming the couple’s daughter, Winnie, into the world

Fern Britton has admitted it’s not easy keeping quiet about her ex Phil Vickery when she’s with the couple’s daughter, Winnie. The former This Morning host, 67, called it quits with the celebrity chef, 64, in 2020 after two decades together.

Fern has revealed that she and Phil no longer speak and admitted she finds it hard not to ‘bad-mouth’ her ex to their daughter, 23, as she lifted the lid on the family’s dynamic. Explaining that Winnie “adores” her dad, she said: “Winnie adores him. I’m not going to bad-mouth him in front of her; at least, I try very hard not to. I was the child of divorced parents and my mum never bad-mouthed my father.”

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The veteran presenter made the candid comments in Yours magazine, where she claims Phil “stopped talking” to her six years ago.

In 2020, speaking to Good Morning Britain, heartbroken Fern revealed the personal struggles that led to their separation, as she explained: “My mum died and my father died and unfortunately Phil and I fell apart.”

However, later speaking to Woman and Home magazine, she explained that the former couple’s lives would always be intertwined, despite their differences, revealing: “We simply needed to follow our own paths. Over time we realised we weren’t necessarily having the kind of life we once did. It seemed right to say ‘thank you’ and move on. But we do have a good friendship.”

“Phil and I had the greatest fun together and we have the most beautiful daughter together, Winnie… so we will always be connected.”

Fern has previously spoken about her own parents’ relationship, explaining how she and her sister, scriptwriter, Cherry Britton, were always given “some convoluted stories” about why their father, Tony Britton, “wasn’t here”.

Tony and his first wife Ruth, Fern’s mother, divorced when she was just four years. Writing in her autobiography The Older I Get How I Repowered My Life, the Celebrity Big Brother star explains how she discovered she had no memories of her father living with her.

She revealed by the time she was born in 1957, Tony had already left her mother to be with Eva Castle, who would become his second wife.

She wrote: “It transpired that during one visit of a few hours back to see her, he and my mum had temporarily rekindled their feelings and I was conceived.

“Did he go back to his new partner with a – possibly – guilty spring in his step? How did he manage to explain my eventual appearance to his future wife?”

After only finding the truth when she was aged 55, Fern admitted: “I was left with a strong feeling of ‘why did nobody say?’ Everyone knew,’ adding that is had left her was lasting trust issues.”

Fern split from her first husband, Clive, after more than a decade together and the birth of their three kids, twins Jack and Harry and daughter Grace. They called it quits officially in 2000, and later that year, she tied the knot with Phil.

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Brooklyn Beckham’s younger brother Cruz took to his Instagram Stories to share a heartbreaking throwback picture of the family

Brooklyn Beckham’s younger brother Cruz has responded to reports that the aspiring chef has cut all ties with his famous family in a heartbreaking post. Victoria and David’s eldest son, who has been locked in a bitter feud with his family reportedly over wife Nicola Peltz, is said to be now refusing to respond to his parents’ messages.

Sources close to Brooklyn, 26, have claimed “he wants no contact and he’s not responding to those that try to connect”. After the latest sad twist, Cruz took to his Instagram to reach out to his big brother by posting a throwback photo on his Stories.

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Cruz shared a moving black and white throwback photo of all four Beckham children sharing a cuddle with their mum, Victoria. Spice Girl Victoria looked super proud of her brood as she cuddled Harper in her arms while her boys leaned in for the camera as they hung out on the sofa.

Brooklyn was seen on the left laying his head affectionately on his mum’s shoulder. This week the family were delivered huge news when it was reported that David, 50, will finally be awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours list this week. While Victoria will be known as Lady Beckham.

However, Brooklyn is said to have failed to congratulate his dad on the long-awaited title. Amid the family rift, David reportedly didn’t tell Brooklyn about the accolade, with the eldest of the Beckham kids instead finding out through the media.

Insiders close to the 26-year-old told Page Six that he was thrilled his dad was finally receiving the honour and had known it was so important.

However, a separate source close to the Beckhams told the publication: “Brooklyn told his family he wants no contact and he’s not responding to those that try to connect.”

Yet a separate Brooklyn source denied the claim, saying: “This seems to be another deliberate attempt to misrepresent the truth, and it only serves to distract from this honour being bestowed on Brooklyn’s father.”

It comes after Brooklyn sent a damning message to his famous mum, dad and siblings last month, vowing that he will “always choose” his wife Nicola Peltz after claims that she has been the catalyst behind the mass fall out.

In the video shared on social media, Brooklyn was seen revving a motorbike alongside Nicola in Beverly Hills. He wrote in the caption: “My whole world x I will love you forever x I always choose you baby x you’re the most amazing person i know xx me and you forever baby.”

The message appeared to be unmistakably pointed at his family feud. The clip is the first public move either Brooklyn or Nicola has made in relation to the very visible divide within the Beckham family.

Meanwhile, Cruz’s throwback post isn’t the first time he sent a subtle message to his brother. Last month, after Brooklyn announced he’d always ‘choose Nicola’, Cruz shared a post that read: It takes 43 muscles in your face to frown, and 17 to smile. Be kind and tell the truth.” he wrote.

The 20-year-old also said in a separate post: “I love my family, I love you guys more than anything, mum & dad you gave us life and cared for us no matter what, I cannot tell you how blessed we all are to have you in our lives x.”

Speculation of a feud has been growing for months when fans noticed both Brooklyn and Nicola snubbed Victoria’s birthday and David’s 50th birthday milestone.

The couple also failed to publicly support the Beckham family despite previously sharing loving posts with one another. While they didn’t show up to their family’s birthdays, the couple were seen celebrating Coachella, attending events and even celebrating Nicola’s brother Will’s birthday.

Sources close to Nicola have previously insisted that as “an outsider coming into the Beckham family, she has helped Brooklyn see the emotional abuse and toxic behaviour within”. The claims – described as “patently untrue and ludicrous” by friends of David and Victoria – were the “nail in the coffin” of any future relationship, according to insiders.

New magazine reported that Victoria is struggling with the situation because 26-year-old Brooklyn is “always going to be her baby”. Another source said: ”He’s her first-born and they’ve always had a wonderful relationship, she feels like Nicola has taken over and it’s really tough to deal with as a mother.

“David is frustrated with Brooklyn’s behaviour and is telling Victoria it’s unacceptable, but she’s just upset to feel like she’s losing her first baby. She’s very family-oriented so it’s a worry that Brooklyn and Nicola will start their own family and Victoria won’t have contact with her first grandchild – it’s a devastating thought.”

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Nike’s historic collaboration with Indian designer brand NorBlack NorWhite seeks to turn the brand’s performance pieces into “symbols of cultural connection” and will be “steeped in Indian culture”.

Sportwear giant Nike has launched its first major collaboration with an Indian designer label NorBlack NorWhite (NBNW). The limited-edition styles celebrate Indian culture and craftsmanship and “invite women into sport” with unrestrictive silhouettes.

NBNW is the brainchild of Mriga Kapadiya and Amrit Kumar. The New Delhi-based label is known for combining traditional Indian crafts and textiles with streetwear silhouettes.

The Nike x NBNW collection is rooted in the practice of bandhani: a centuries-old Indian tie-dye technique used to create the complex patterns. According to Nike, the collaboration helps transforms the brand’s performance styles into “symbols of cultural connection” and introduce “new communities to colours and patterns steeped in Indian culture”.

The collection includes sportswear and leisurewear essentials including a hoodie, tank, cropped T-shirt, bras and shorts. A Nike x NorBlack NorWhite crossbody bag is also part of the limited edition collection as are four footwear silhouettes for women: the Nike Air Max Craze, Motiva and Pegasus 41.

The collection is available globally on June 11 at nike.com and select Nike Stores. The Nike Calm x NorBlack NorWhite Women’s Slides (£54.99) are currently available online in the UK. As are the High-Waisted Printed Biker Shorts (£32.99), matching Light-Support Padded Printed Sports Bra (£37.99) and the Dri-FIT Printed Tank Top (£44.99).

The collaboration is noteworthy not just for its hues but for its focus on silhouettes that promote easy and effortless movement for women. Women’s kit is often cited by athletes as particularly restrictive and unfunctional and this new range addresses these shortcomings with breathable and free-flowing pieces.

“This collection shines a light on the rigor, dedication and ancestral knowledge that’s rooted in Indian culture, and we hope each piece inspires women to draw into their own athletic mindset while navigating everyday life in India and around the world,” says Mriga.

To highlight the functionality of the designs, Nike and NBNW teamed up with several female athletes. The official campaign features wrestler Anshu Malik, sprinter Priya Mohan and cricketers Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma.

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To highlight the functionality of the designs, Nike and NBNW teamed up with several female athletes. The official campaign features wrestler Anshu Malik, sprinter Priya Mohan and cricketers Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma.

“What really hits different from other campaigns is that this collaboration is designed right here in India by a local collective that gets our vibe,” says Jemimah. “Wearing Nike that’s laced with Indian culture is a flex. It’s bold, rooted and ours. As a woman in a sport that’s often seen through a male lens, being part of a campaign like this is my way of saying, ‘We’re not just showing up, we’re here to take over, win big and look fab while doing it.’”

This is one of a few major moves from Nike to invest in women consumers and athletes. Back in February 2025, Nike announced a joint brand deal with Kim Kardashian to create NikeSKIMS.

King Charles is preparing for the annual Sovereign’s Birthday Parade, also known as Trooping the Colour, even though he was actually born in November – and the centuries-old tradition of dual birthdays for the monarch comes down to one very British reason

King Charles is busy preparing to celebrate his official birthday on Saturday with the annual Trooping the Colour, which will see the royal family and thousands of royal fans step out to join in the celebration. Trooping the Colour takes place every year in June, even though Charles’ actual birthday is in November.

He is not the only monarch to have two birthdays marked in the royal calendar, as Queen Elizabeth II, and many previous monarchs, also celebrated Trooping the Colour only to have their actual birthdays later in the year. But why does the monarch have two birthdays in the first place? And why isn’t Trooping the Colour celebrated on the King’s actual birthday? The answer comes down to two very British things: tradition and the weather.

Why does the King have two birthdays?

The reason why the King has two birthdays is a centuries-old tradition set in place by a series of past monarchs.

The very first Trooping the Colour is believed to have been performed during the reign of King Charles II, who was Monarch from 1660 to 1685. However, it wasn’t until 1748 that it was decided for the parade to mark the official birthday of the Sovereign, becoming an annual event after George III became King in 1760.

But it was King Edward VII, who reigned from 1901 to 1910 and was born in November, that began the tradition of holding Trooping the Colour in June. For the monarchs whose birthdays have fallen at different times during the year, they commemorate their ceremonial birthday in June, and their actual birthdays on the dates of their birth.

Why is the King’s offical birthday celebrated in June?

The King’s official birthday is celebrated in June due to a decision that was made a century ago that was largely inspired by the eternal British yearning for nice weather.

When King Edward VII was planning his birthday celebrations, he decided that November – when his actual birthday is held – is not the optimal time of year for a large outdoor gathering.

So instead, he moved Trooping of the Colour to May or June because there was less chance of it being cold and drizzly on the big day. The monarch after Edward VII – George V – helpfully had an actual birthday in June, but the Queen’s father, George VI, whose birthday was in December, reintroduced the tradition of an official birthday in summer, which Elizabeth II continued.

When is King Charles’ actual birthday and is it a bank holiday?

Despite his official birthday being celebrated in June, King Charles’ birthday is actually in November. Charles was born on November 14 1948, and will be celebrating his 77th birthday later this year. Neither his actual birthday nor his official birthday are bank holidays in the UK.

Will Prince William have two birthdays when he is King?

There is a possibility that when Prince William ascends to the throne, he will only have one birthday celebration, due to his actual birthday already being in June (June 21st to be exact).

Similarly, Prince George also has a summer birthday (July 22nd), and could opt to only have one birthday celebration when he becomes King, meaning the tradition of two birthdays could disappear for several decades.

Elevate your outdoor space this summer with a giant Tuscan olive tree that will add a Mediterranean flair to your patio or garden – and right now, it’s £250 less

This extra-large, heavy-duty Tuscan olive tree is currently available for £149.99, down from £399.99. This Gardening Express deal saves shoppers a whopping £250. It is perfect for planting in large containers in a sun-drenched courtyard or patio, and all you’ll need to complete your own Tuscan terrace at home is a nice glass of Chianti.

Also suitable to be planted directly into the ground in the garden, this giant Tuscan olive tree is sure to thrive in any well-drained, bright spot.

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Boasting elegant, grey-green leaves that remain all year, alongside tiny, fragrant, creamy-white flowers that are followed by edible, green fruits, this olive tree is an investment as it offers an immediate and impressive impact that lasts through the seasons.

Excellent for a sunny, Mediterranean-style garden, these olive trees are slow-growing with a nice stem and attractive silvery leaves. If you’ve ever admired olive trees on your holidays, the good news is you can now admire your own from your garden.

The olive tree flowers during the summer, providing ample green edible fruit that appears in the autumn, ripening to black. What’s more, this tree will last many years, even growing to a ripe old age of hundreds of years old. Each year, these olive trees will produce more and more succulent fruit, especially if you can provide a bright sunny position, ideally sheltered from cold winter winds.

If you’re planning on growing in containers, you can place the olive tree in the conservatory through the winter months, or sheltered against the house, where it will benefit from the warmth and shelter provided by a wall.

Shoppers who have added one of these gems to their outdoor space can’t stop gushing about the beauty of this tree. One 5-star reviewer raves: “All first class. The tree was well wrapped and in very good condition. I have been buying plants from Gardeningexpress for two years now, and I can say they are simply the best.”

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