Olivia Rodrigo was the most popular songwriter in the world in 2021, according a new report published by Blokur and UK songwriter organisation The Ivors Academy analysing which writers were behind the biggest music on the streaming platforms. However, below her only fourteen other female songwriters feature in the top 100.To compile this list, Blokur took the top charting tracks of 2021 on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and YouTube and compared them against its database of song data to determine who wrote each song and what share of the copyright they took.
Eating dark chocolate soothes period pains and anxiety, study finds
15.10.2022 - 12:39 / ok.co.uk
That time of the month is always inconvenient and never fun - especially if you suffer from cramping and period pains. Around nine out of 10 women in the UK suffer from period pains, and many are forced to curl up in bed with a hot water bottle or take a painkiller to manage the discomfort.
But research has shown that eating dark chocolate in the days before you are due to start can be beneficial.The study of 84 nursing students also revealed that listening to relaxing music can reduce discomfort during the first day of menstruation.Turkish experts believe endorphins released by the body after eating chocolate and listening to music help reduce pain and act as a natural sedative. According to the NHS, period pain happens when the muscular wall of the womb tightens, cutting off the blood supply and releases chemicals that trigger pain.The study, published in the European Journal of Integrative Medicine, tracked women aged 18 to 25 studying at Manisa Celal Bayar University.
Participants all ranked their period pain equivalent to a five out of 10. Want your daily star sign reading straight to your inbox? Sign up for our horoscopes newsletter HERE They were split into three groups - a control group given nothing for their pain, a music group and a chocolate group.The chocolate group consumed 40mg of dark chocolate containing 60 percent cocoa, the equivalent to a slither of a bar.They were instructed to eat the chocolate in the three days leading up to their period and the first day of it.
Meanwhile, the music group listened to a 29-minute, 32-second song daily over the same period.The orchestral piece, composed by researcher Juan Sebastian Martin-Saavedra, was designed to be relaxing and slow. Participants were quizzed about
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17.10.2022 / 18:21
Sir Derek Jacobi fears he'll never act on stage again
Sir Derek Jacobi fears he'll never act on stage again. The 83-year-old 'Cadfael' star began his career in the National Theatre in the 1960s and went on to become one of the UK's most prolific stage stars, performing both in London's West End and on Broadway as well as with the Royal Shakespeare Company - but Derek doubts he will ever tread the boards again. His last turn on stage was as Mercutio in a production of 'Romeo and Juliet' directed by Kenneth Branagh in 2016, and he has admitted it was a terrifying experience, telling the Guardian: "Toward the end, I would stand in the wings, terrified.
ok.co.uk
14.10.2022 / 13:53
Kate Garraway's emotional NTAs speech in full as she praises Derek's 'fighting spirit'
Kate Garraway took home the award for Authored Documentary at Thursday's National Television Awards as her family was recognised for the film Kate Garraway: Caring for Derek.The presenter, 55, and her daughter, 16, were visibly stunned to win the accolade as they took to the stage together with the documentary crew to make a speech. On stage, Kate thanked her husband Derek Draper for his “incredible fighting spirit” and spoke of the “care crisis” during her acceptance speech, praising professional and unpaid carers in the UK for the work they do. Kate said: “Well, I really didn’t expect this.
dailyrecord.co.uk
13.10.2022 / 23:53
Kate Garraway says NTA nomination is 'bittersweet' as Derek is 'incredibly' fighting on
Kate Garraway admits being nominated for a National Television Award for her documentary focussing on her husband Derek's long-term effects of Covid is 'bittersweet'.
dailyrecord.co.uk
13.10.2022 / 15:29
Kate Garraway gives heartbreaking update on husband Derek as hospital battle continues
Kate Garraway has given a health update on husband Derek Draper, as he remains in hospital after developing sepsis but she's determined to get him back home as soon as she can.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.10.2022 / 10:15
Kate Garraway says husband Derek Draper is back in hospital again in new update as they face fresh battle
Kate Garraway has said her husband Derek Draper is back in hospital after saying he is still "damaged" from the effects of Coronavirus. The former political advisor is believed to be the worst-affected living Covid patient in the UK after spending 13 months in hospital between March 2020 and April 2021 after contracting the virus.
hellomagazine.com
13.10.2022 / 09:55
Kate Garraway reveals 'guilt' as she admits husband Derek Draper is back in hospital
Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway has revealed that her husband Derek Draper is back in hospital after developing sepsis again, two months after he initially contracted it back in August.MORE: GMB's Kate Garraway gives heartbreaking update on Derek Draper's healthThe presenter made the new revelation ahead of attending Thursday's National Television Awards, where her second documentary, Caring for Derek, about her husband's battle is up for an award in the 'Authored Documentary' category.WATCH: Kate Garraway finds reason to smile amid Derek's health woesWriting for the Sun on the eve of the awards to highlight the important role that carers have, Kate admitted: "Derek is back in hospital after developing sepsis that again threatened his life and we are again fighting to get him home, but I remain constantly inspired by those around him - not just for their expertise but for their loving care."READ: Inside Kate Garraway and husband Derek's treasured wedding amid 'changed' marriageRELATED: Kate Garraway's major home renovations for husband Derek revealedShe also admitted to feeling "guilty" for asking viewers to vote for her documentary to win. Kate won at last year's NTAs"When Caring for Derek was nominated, I was of course very honoured but I had mixed feelings about asking people to vote for the film.I was worried and guilty about asking for more support when so many have already sent their good wishes."Kate's latest confession comes just days after she marked World Mental Health Day by sharing a rare video with fans in which she touched upon her own struggles.Kate, 55, revealed on camera that she has, at times, felt "frustrated, emotional and depressed" while caring for her beloved husband.
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12.10.2022 / 22:15
Kate Garraway says husband Derek Draper is in hospital again as she shares update
Kate Garraway has announced Derek Draper has been admitted to hospital again following complications caused by contracting sepsis earlier this year. The 54 year old husband of the Good Morning Britain presenter has been battling health issues since catching Covid-19 in 2020. While he returned home to round-the-clock care in 2021, he's been in and out of the hospital ever since he contracted the virus.