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Last month, Jaime King lost her home and custody of her children. She just shared a sad update.

ZOE MARSHALL: 'I only kept one secret from my mum. After she died, it almost killed me.'

'I've been using Ozempic for 5 months... and the haters were right.'

'As a travel writer, I recommend these underrated and affordable European cities to everyone.'

Australia’s Next Top Model runner-up Lucy Markovic has died, aged 27.

'When my baby passed away, my work cancelled my maternity leave.'

'Trust me, this piece is the unsung hero of your autumn wardrobe.'

'The 5 budget skincare products that actually work for over 50s skin.'

Teresa McNamara

A man has been jailed for a crime so evil his sentence is an Australian first. It barely made the news.

'Just 20 minutes from Greece, this hidden Mediterranean gem needs to be on your travel list.'

Weekend Watch: The Handmaid's Tale is back and you won’t want to miss this thrilling final season.

Everyone who is (and isn't) invited to Jacqui and Clint's wedding.

People called them the ‘Canadian Kardashians’. Their luxurious lifestyles would end in a jail cell.

Editor's Picks

When Ed Sheeran's wife was in her second pregnancy, he penned a heartbreaking diary entry.

'I thought I was in a happy relationship. Then I found my boyfriend's secret Facebook.'

'My husband is still alive but he doesn't remember me. I'm dating someone new.'

What's going to decide your vote in the 2025 federal election? Have your say.

Well

At 30, Olivia went off the pill. What followed was '10 years of hell'.

'After 7 surgeries to 'manage' endometriosis, here's what I wish someone told me 19 years ago.'

The energy chart Zoë Foster Blake uses proves you're not lazy. You're exhausted.

Everything you've ever known about your period is probably wrong.

Dr Rebecca Goadby

'I was told my pain was 'normal' for 20 years. Here's what finally helped me.'

Just take the pill or have a baby. These are the myths keeping us in pain.

Australian women do not feel well. When we asked them their symptoms, here's what they said.

Lifestyle

'I'm a dermatologist. Here's what I really think about these 3 cult at-home devices.'

The 9 new arrivals our shopping editor needs you to see.

'Peach champagne nails' are about to become your new favourite go-to manicure.

Subscriber Exclusive

Before Ozempic, there was the Special K Diet of the early noughties. It explains a lot.

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'The "confidence clothes" I wear when I want to feel my best.'

'When my husband's towel slipped, I noticed his shaved pubic hair. I knew it wasn't for me.'

'I broke up with a man for not wanting kids. I'm not even sure I want them either.'

DIARY OF A SEX WORKER: The week Annie Knight dealt with a pegging incident and an angry girlfriend.

'My husband said the birthday card was from his mum. The message told a different story.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'My favourite unexpected fashion colour combos (and how to pull them off).'

'I left my miserable, sexless marriage. Then my ex-husband's friend made a drunken confession.'

'The first night of my single-girl holiday turned into the hottest night of my life.'

'My friend insisted we go on a girls weekend away. I never could've guessed her sinister motives.'

The 3 best trends to come out of global fashion month (that you'll actually want to wear).

'My family didn't believe my partner was abusive when I left him. One night changed it all.'

'I'd been crushing on my book club friend for a year. Then she invited me over for a wine.'

'I had a great job and a steady income. To cope, I smoked ice in the toilets at work.'

'These are 3 foolproof ways to look like you buy designer on a budget.'

'My husband of 10 years was acting suspicious. Then I saw who'd sent him an email.'

'I turned down a handsome doctor after our first date. Then a letter showed up at my work.'

'I made a confession about my childhood to my friend. It blew her entire family apart.'

'I went to a bar with my partner, but left with someone else.'

4 things you need to know before selling your clothes on Depop.

News

'I went to prison, but being inside wasn't the worst part.'

How the deaths of two girls, eight years apart, uncovered Tokyo’s worst predator.

Russell Brand wants you to believe he's a changed man. He's just been charged with rape.

Simone didn't know her partner had a history of violence. Then he knocked on her door.

Days before her heartbreaking post, Virginia Giuffre was facing court.

The Long Island serial killer remained unknown for 12 years. Then police found a pizza box.

Indigenous Stories

There are 7 MAFS storylines we didn't get to see this year.

Pia Miranda talks Survivor, Looking For Alibrandi and embracing her villain era in Invisible Boys.

Netflix's new medical drama is 'Grey's Anatomy' meets 'Scandal'.

'I think it's really special that they made all The Beatles hot.'

Jess Hart was the noughties It-girl and face of Australian swimwear. This is her life now.

Val Kilmer was one of Hollywood's biggest heartthrobs. Then at age 55, he received a diagnosis.

Isabella Thompson

Sydney Sweeney, hot men and a viral book: Everything we know about The Housemaid adaptation.

Incels, kidney beans and the purple heart: All the Gen Alpha emojis, decoded.

ISABELLE SILBERY: 'The three questions I asked my son after watching Adolescence.'

Isabelle Silbery

'I've cracked the parenting code to Easter (and no, it doesn't include sugar).'

9 things you didn’t know about your period (but probably should).

Mackenzie Anderson did everything right to feel safe. Then she was stabbed 78 times.

Entertainment

Tiffany controlled a squad of 'kidfluencers'. They claim she destroyed their childhoods.

Just the 9 best Black Mirror episodes that are actually worth your time.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

Piper was 8 when her mum put her on YouTube. Behind the scenes was more disturbing than anyone realised.

Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher's divorce was nothing like we were told.

9 shows to fill The White Lotus-shaped hole in your life.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Chelsea McLaughlin

A helpful guide to all the 'feuds' happening between the White Lotus gang right now.

Relationships

These viral videos have nailed the unspoken rules of the sacred girlie group chat.

'I broke up with a man for not wanting kids. I'm not even sure I want them either.'

DIARY OF A SEX WORKER: The week Annie Knight dealt with a pegging incident and an angry girlfriend.

HOROSCOPES: The stars are bringing us clarity, change, and creativity.

Would you describe your partner as a hoodie or a blazer? Your answer tells me everything.

'My husband said the birthday card was from his mum. The message told a different story.'

'I left my miserable, sexless marriage. Then my ex-husband's friend made a drunken confession.'

'The first night of my single-girl holiday turned into the hottest night of my life.'

HOROSCOPES: Neptune's causing mischief this week.

Jen didn't believe the viral curly-hair-in-love theory. Then her son made a comment.

'I'm 51, single and having the best sex of my life.'

'Four years ago, I decided to marry myself. Here's everything you're afraid to ask me.'

'After I opened my marriage, my friends cut me off. So I did something bold.'

'My friend insisted we go on a girls weekend away. I never could've guessed her sinister motives.'

'I became a widow with teenage children. They saved me in ways I never expected.'

'My family didn't believe my partner was abusive when I left him. One night changed it all.'

'I'd been crushing on my book club friend for a year. Then she invited me over for a wine.'

'After 5 years of mixed messages, my commitment-phobic ex settled down... with someone else.'

HOROSCOPES: The solar eclipse is here to put us to the test.

'When my ex said these three words, I knew I had to dump him.'

Family

DIARY OF A BIRTH: Laura cried tears of joy at her 7 week scan. Then her obstetrician went silent.

EXCLUSIVE: Sam Wood 'hated the idea' of marriage counselling before he went. He now swears by it.

Men will do anything but go to therapy.

'I'm a parenting expert and swear by this 3-word hack for kids with separation anxiety.'

'I never expected my son to fall into the manosphere. Then he made one comment.'

There's one question we're all asking since watching Adolescence. An expert just answered it.

Mamamia Favourites

The Frida Kahlo exhibition everyone's talking about and yes, it's an Aussie first.

Jessica Staveley

A lifestyle editor's no-BS guide to bra shopping like a pro.

Cassandra Green

We found a $41 vitamin C serum that 3 women say rivals the expensive ones.

Keeley Mercieca

The You Beauty Awards are around the corner. These are the 5 products to look out for.

'I've cracked the parenting code to Easter (and no, it doesn't include sugar).'

9 things you didn’t know about your period (but probably should).

A psychologist's no-BS guide to managing work anxiety.

Tracey Montgomery

'Exactly how stepping out of my people-pleasing era changed my definition of self-worth.'

Shannen Findlay

'After countless zoo trips with two kids under five, I finally found a trick that works.'

The six things on 7plus worth cancelling plans for this month.

'The 5 money-saving habits my parents taught me (that actually work).'

Courtney Ammenhauser

'I've seen every kids' movie this year, and this one completely caught me off guard.'

'I'm a physio, and here are the 5 questions you're too afraid to ask post-baby, answered.'

'After a decade of period struggles, here's what nobody's talking about.'

We asked a pharmacist 5 pelvic health questions you're probably too shy to ask.

Naomi Cotterill

The 6 very distinct phases of your baby's first year.

'I just got back from a cruise to New Zealand. Here's what I never expected.'

'My mum battled melanoma for 7 years. Here's what I want you to know.'

'In 12 months my husband went from daily runs to a wheelchair. Now I'm running for him.'

Yes, your skin will change before menopause hits. A dermatologist told us what to expect.

More

In 2009, Amber Portwood rose to fame on 16 and Pregnant. Now, her daughter wants a new mum.

Pete Davidson's latest relationship has just had its official hard launch.

'I'm 27 and competitive ageing is ruining my friendships.'

'Everyone is going to Fiji, but you should visit this island that’s only 45 minutes away instead.'

Valentina Todoroska

Just take the pill or have a baby. These are the myths keeping us in pain.

'We tried 5 LED devices to see if they actually work. Here are our honest thoughts.'

The disturbing real events behind Ellen Pompeo's new true crime series.

'I just discovered this $29 CC cream, and it's the best I've ever used.'

Hannah took a selfie with a man at a fashion show. She would do anything to take it back.

Millennials, one of our favourite staples is back for 2025 (but there's a catch).

Melissa's father seemed like the perfect dad. Then his chilling secret was exposed.

The lesson we need to give our sons before it's too late.

'I just got back from a cruise to New Zealand. Here's what I never expected.'

Natasha Richardson thought she was fine after a fall while skiing. Then the unthinkable happened.

'I've just discovered this hidden beach gem less than three hours drive from Sydney.'

Netflix's The Residence has all the right ingredients, but this is where it went wrong.

A brutally honest review of the new Snow White movie.

The Stan Original Film FING! is the magical book adaption everyone's going to be talking about.

The 6 words these MAFS men need to just say to their partners.

'My open letter to Aimee Lou Wood's teeth (yes, really).'

'I had a great job and a steady income. To cope, I smoked ice in the toilets at work.'

Gwyneth Paltrow was on the perfect holiday when she realised her marriage was over.

Chelsea McLaughlin

'My mum battled melanoma for 7 years. Here's what I want you to know.'

'In 12 months my husband went from daily runs to a wheelchair. Now I'm running for him.'

'I've rounded up all the best Afterpay Day sales in one place to save you scrolling.'

Apparently, everyone's going to be getting 'foggy French nails' this season.

Aubrey Plaza's husband died in January. They had separated four months before.

Stephanie survived the White Island volcano eruption. This is her life now.

Chelsea McLaughlin

Ellen Pompeo is one of TV's best-paid actors. Here's what her life away from the spotlight looks like.

'When I saw my 6-year-old's journal entry, it changed how I parent forever.'

Mamamia recaps MAFS: The most chaotic dinner party this year, darling.

The new question you have to ask before you get Botox.

LEAH ITSINES: 'The 3 fast recipes I swear by that kids will actually eat.'

Women want to be single, they just can't afford it.

Oh dear! Dakota Johnson is caught in a love triangle with Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal.

The disturbing '80/20 theory' featured in Netflix's Adolescence, explained.

'There's so much fashion on sale right now. These are the finds worth snapping up.'

She was accused of being a 'sociopathic' adult posing as a child. This is Natalia Grace's life in 2025.

Australian women do not feel well. When we asked them their symptoms, here's what they said.

Italy and Greece might top your Euro travel list, but this country should be your number one choice.

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