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Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Kerry Katona shares emotional post about finding love after Ryan Mahoney split ahead of Celebs Go Dating debut
The Sun revealed in February how Kerry had signed up to the E4 reality show Open Heart Kerry Katona shares emotional post about finding love after Ryan Mahoney split ahead of Celebs Go Dating debut Kerry Katona has shared an emotional message of hope about finding love again, following her split from fiancé Ryan Mahoney. Atomic Kitten star Kerry, 43, posted a heartfelt video to her Instagram Story as she gears up for her Celebs Go Dating debut later this year. 3 Kerry Katona has shared an emotional message of hope about finding love again Credit: PA 3 It follows her devastating split from Ryan Mahoney Credit: Instagram The clip, set to a motivational voiceover, appeared to reflect Kerry's optimism for the future - and her belief that true love may still lie ahead. The voice in the video said: "One day, someone's going to come into your life who can't get enough of you. "Someone who wakes up every day just excited to hear what you have to say and see your face. "Someone who will make time in their busy schedule for you because you matter to them. "Someone who will treat you with the love and tenderness and respect that you always deserved. "Someday, someone is going to come into your life who's going to make every heartbreak and disappointment and tear before them make sense. "Because if those things hadn't happened, you wouldn't be the person you are today that led you to the moment of meeting them." The Sun revealed in February how Kerry had signed up to the E4 reality show. She had been engaged to personal trainer Ryan, 36, for four years and had previously said he'd been like a dad to her five kids - Molly, 21, Lilly-Sue, 20, Heidi, 16, Max, 14, and eight-year-old DJ. At the time, the Whole Again songstress put it down to an alleged "breach of trust". Kerry Katona shows off two stone weight loss in low cut minidress Now Kerry's on the hunt for a new man and thinks a well-managed dating scenario could be what she needs to find Mr Right. A source said at the time: "Kerry was heartbroken when she split from Ryan – it's taken her quite a while to get over what happened. "But she was approached to do the show and is always up for a new opportunity. "Bosses know she makes amazing telly and she's really hoping she finds a proper connection." Kerry Katona's love life timeline Kerry's first high-profile relationship was with Brian McFadden, who was then a member of the Irish boyband Westlife. The couple married in 2002 and had two daughters together, Molly and Lilly-Sue, but divorce beckoned just four years later after infidelity claims. In 2007, Kerry married Mark Croft, a former taxi driver. Their relationship was tumultuous and marked by financial difficulties and accusations of infidelity. They had two children together, Heidi and Maxwell, before divorcing in 2011. Kerry has spoken openly about the difficulties she faced during this period, including struggles with her mental health and substance abuse. Following this, she entered into a relationship with George Kay, a former professional rugby league player. They married in 2014 and had a daughter, Dylan-Jorge (DJ). However, their relationship was fraught with issues, including horrifying domestic abuse, and they separated in 2017. Kay died in 2019 after 'biting into a ball of cocaine'. Kerry later found love again with Ryan Mahoney, a fitness trainer. The couple became engaged in 2020, and Kerry described Ryan as a stabilising and positive influence in her life. After increasing speculation late in 2024, Kerry revealed they had split over a "breach in trust" and Ryan had moved out of her home.
Tatler Asia
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
10 signature jewellery pieces that define luxury brands
2. Bulgari Serpenti Slinky, sculptural and steeped in symbolism, Bulgari's Serpenti has slithered its way into the canon of signature jewellery pieces by luxury brands. Since the 1940s, its sinuous form has wrapped around the wrists and necks of screen sirens and style icons, embodying transformation, eternity and Italian audacity. Crafted with enamel scales or pavé diamonds, Serpenti remains the house's most hypnotic emblem. Don't miss: How Bulgari's Serpenti has evolved over 75 years 3. Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra First launched in 1968, the four-leaf clover of the Alhambra motif has become synonymous with Van Cleef & Arpels. Worn by the likes of Princess Grace of Monaco, this signature piece symbolises luck, love and effortless elegance. Whether in mother-of-pearl, onyx or malachite, the Alhambra is one of the most timeless and recognisable signature jewellery pieces by luxury brands. See more: Van Cleef & Arpels introduces new guilloché yellow gold and blue agate Alhambra jewellery 4. Tiffany & Co Open Heart and T collections From Elsa Peretti's sculptural Open Heart to the architectural lines of the T Collection, Tiffany & Co has no shortage of icons. These designs capture the brand's New York spirit—bold, clean and instantly wearable. As far as signature jewellery pieces by luxury brands go, Tiffany's offerings balance sentimentality with strength. 5. Chanel Camélia and Coco Crush Coco Chanel's favourite flower, the camellia, is immortalised in Chanel's fine jewellery as a delicate, almost ethereal bloom. Meanwhile, Coco Crush, with its quilted motif, translates the maison's haute couture heritage into gold and diamonds. These collections embody the brand's ability to merge fashion and fine craftsmanship into truly signature premium jewellery. 6. Hermès Collier de Chien What began in the 1920s as a chic leather collar for French bulldogs (yes, really) evolved into the Collier de Chien—a metal-studded cuff that would become Hermès' most rebellious signature. Polished yet punk, elegant but dangerous, it's been spotted on everyone from Madonna to modern-day fashion editors. It may not scream Hermès as loudly as a Birkin, but it growls just enough. 7. Graff Butterfly and Icon collections Graff's butterfly motif, rendered in dazzling diamonds, represents the house's obsession with symmetry and light. Its Icon collection, meanwhile, showcases exceptional stones in minimalist settings, letting the gems speak for themselves. For a brand known for record-breaking diamonds, these signature designs are surprisingly restrained—yet utterly unforgettable. 8. Piaget Possession With rotating bands and playful mechanics, Piaget's Possession collection invites interaction. This signature line embodies the house's philosophy of movement, joy and understated glamour. It's a tactile, joyful twist on the classic luxury jewellery narrative. 9. Chaumet's Joséphine tiara rings Chaumet has been crafting tiaras for royalty since the Napoleonic era, but the Joséphine collection cleverly downsized that grandeur into rings and pendants you could wear to dinner without a coronation. Named after Napoleon's empress, these pieces echo tiara silhouettes—pear-shaped diamonds perched like little crowns. Among connoisseurs of haute joaillerie, it's Chaumet's not-so-quiet reminder: some legacies are worn, not shouted. 10. Chopard Happy Diamonds When Chopard launched its Happy Diamonds collection in 1976, the idea of letting diamonds float freely behind sapphire glass was downright radical. But those twirling little gems weren't just playful—they were a revelation. Elegant yet whimsical, Happy Diamonds became a symbol of 20th-century joie de vivre and are still a house staple today. Movement, after all, is the essence of happiness. And luxury that dares to dance? Timeless. See more: Inside Chopard's gold foundry and watchmaking manufacture
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
How to Measure The Exact Age of Your Heart, According to Cardiologists
You (probably) know how old you are. But do you know the functional age of your heart? That number isn't quite as simple as counting the number of birthdays you've had. Various lifestyle factors can age your heart, while others help keep it young and healthy. For example, a 60-year-old who exercises and follows the Mediterranean diet could have the heart of a 40-year-old. Conversely, a sedentary 35-year-old who only eats ultra-processed foods may have a heart that's closer to 50.🩺SIGN UP for tips to stay healthy & fit with the top moves, clean eats, health trends & more delivered right to your inbox twice a week💊Not sure how old your heart is? Good news: You don't have to guess anymore. Scientists have identified an ingenious way to measure it, and it's so simple you can find out today—or at least this week. Related: According to a recent study published in the journal Open Heart, getting an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) can help identify the functional age of someone's heart. It can also reveal how certain unhealthy habits and health conditions age your heart by decades, the study authors the study, doctors around the world collected MRI scans from 557 people: 191 were healthy and 366 had chronic health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and/or obesity. The MRI type for the study used cardiac magnetic resonance and measured various factors, including the size and strength of the heart chambers. Using these measurements, the researchers applied a formula to estimate the heart's 'functional age." This refers to how old the heart acts, rather than a person's actual age. 'Our new MRI approach doesn't just count your birthdays. It measures how well your heart is holding up," explains , a cardiologist at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and lead study author. 'This is a game-changer for keeping hearts healthier, longer."Related: People who followed a healthy lifestyle had heart ages that closely matched their chronological age. Meanwhile, those with chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and/or irregular heartbeats tended to have hearts that aged faster than they did. For example, a 50-year-old with high blood pressure might have a heart functioning like that of a 55-year-old. 'Imagine finding out that your heart is 'older' than you are," says Dr. Garg. For people with conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes or obesity, this is often the case."That being said, a cardiac MRI scan is only one proposed method for measuring heart health. According to Dr. Cheng-Han Chen, MD, an interventional cardiologist and medical director of the Structural Heart Program at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, who was not involved in the study, said there is, technically, no one universal "definition" of heart age."Much more research will be necessary before we know whether this particular method can provide clinically useful prognostic information," he explains. "We are still in the early stages of understanding how best to determine a 'heart age', and how such a calculation would help us better take care of patients."Related: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, and it's also a top cause of death for men. Some people experience no symptoms until it's too late, discovering only after the fact that their hearts have already sustained serious damage. Measuring your heart's age gives doctors a powerful tool to identify risk early and before it progresses into more dangerous or irreversible complications. "People with health issues like diabetes or obesity often have hearts that are aging faster than they should, sometimes by decades," Dr. Garg explains. "This could help doctors step in early to stop heart disease in its tracks." Dr. Chen adds other reliable methods for estimating your heart's age, including biomarkers like blood pressure, height and weight. Amassing such a detailed report of your heart might be the wake-up call people need to take their health seriously, before they enter their later years with a long list of preventable at the end of the day, graceful aging starts from within. Up Next:Cardiac MRI Markers of Ageing: A Multicentre, Cross-sectional Cohort Study. Open Heart. Pankaj Garg is an associate professor of cardiology at the University of East Anglia and a consultant cardiologist at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. Cheng-Han Chen, MD, is an interventional cardiologist and medical director of the Structural Heart Program at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. About Women and Heart Disease. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
MRI breakthrough could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem: study
London: Scientists have developed a cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose aortic stenosis, a common heart problem, more quickly and accurately than ever before. Aortic stenosis is a progressive and potentially fatal condition, affecting an estimated 300,000 people in the UK. It affects about five per cent of 65-year-olds in the US, with increasing prevalence in advancing age. A new study, conducted by researchers from the University of Sheffield in partnership with the University of East Anglia, revealed how a four-dimensional flow (4D flow) MRI scan can diagnose aortic stenosis more reliably than current ultrasound techniques. The superior accuracy of the new test means doctors can better predict when patients will require surgery. The study, 'Four-dimensional flow provides incremental diagnostic value over echocardiography in aortic stenosis', is published in the Open Heart journal . The team examined 30 patients diagnosed with aortic stenosis using both traditional ultrasound scans (echocardiography) and advanced 4D flow MRI imaging. By comparing the results, they evaluated which method more accurately identified patients needing timely heart valve intervention . They validated their results by comparing them with actual clinical outcomes over eight months. The team found that the 4D flow MRI technology offered more accurate and reliable measurements of blood flow through patients' heart valves, compared to traditional echocardiography. Professor Andy Swift from the University of Sheffield's School of Medicine and Population Health said: "4D flow scanning holds significant promise to improve assessment of how patients are affected by aortic stenosis. "The enhanced accuracy isn't just a technical advancement: it may allow for earlier and more precise diagnosis," said Swift, who is also an Honorary Consultant Radiologist at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust. Lead researcher Dr Pankaj Garg, from UEA's Norwich Medical School and a consultant cardiologist at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, said: "Aortic stenosis is a common yet dangerous heart condition. "4D flow MRI is an advanced heart imaging method that allows us to look at blood flow in three directions over time - the fourth dimension. We wanted to see whether it could provide a more accurate and reliable diagnosis than a traditional ultrasound."
