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Meghan Markle Weighs In On The Future Of Her Controversial Netflix Series

Meghan Markle Weighs In On The Future Of Her Controversial Netflix Series

Meghan Markle on the set of With Love, Meghan Meghan Markle is casting doubt on the future of her divisive Netflix series in its current form. Earlier this year, the Duchess of Sussex premiered her lifestyle series With Love, Meghan , in which she offers tips on things like cooking, gardening and hosting, alongside different celebrity guests. Upon its release, the show was heavily criticised by both viewers and critics for feeling out of step in the current social and economic climate, with a follow-up season dropping over the summer and receiving similar backlash . Speaking at the Fortune Most Powerful Women summit in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, Meghan was asked about her various collaborations with Netflix, including With Love, Meghan. Asked about the future of her series, she responded (as reported by The Independent ): “The holiday special is coming out in November and [that’s] a really good one.” Meghan added: “We’re able to say eight episodes for two seasons, it’s a lot of work. I also recognise how much people want content in different sizes. “So, part of what we’re testing out now is… it’s amazing to be able to sit and watch a show for 30 minutes, but how can I give you a recipe in two minutes, and where can I share that with you, and how that continues to grow [Meghan’s lifestyle brand] As Ever.” Meghan added she is now “exploring all the options of what it could look like”. Last year, it was announced that Meghan and her husband Prince Harry had signed a smaller, “first-look” deal with Netflix. This means that Netflix has first refusal over the couple’s projects, and if they pass on them, Meghan and Harry are free to pitch them elsewhere. The pair’s previous collaborations with the streaming platform included the documentaries Harry & Meghan (which explored their respective upbringings and the early years of their relationship), Live To Lead (a celebration of different influential figures and world leaders) and Polo (which, as the name suggests, was about polo). The former Suits actor said on Tuesday: “My husband and I were in an overall deal with Netflix, and then [...] once that had come to its term, the extension of it, which was such an incredible sign of the strength of our partnership, was now being in a first look deal.” Meghan insisted this deal is an “exciting” one, “because it gives us flexibility to go to our partners first, and then at the same time, to be able to shop content that might not be the right fit for Netflix, but has a home somewhere else”. READ MORE: This Is Why Season 2 Of Meghan Markle's Netflix Show Is Being Slammed By Critics Meghan Markle Has A Message For Critics Of Her Much-Maligned Netflix Series Meghan Markle Names 1 Clothing Rule From Her Senior Royal Days She's Happy To Leave In The Past

3 Workouts A Surgeon Recommends To Reduce Lower Back Pain

3 Workouts A Surgeon Recommends To Reduce Lower Back Pain

Person with lower back pain About 80% of us will experience lower back pain in our lifetimes, according to Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trus t. The condition is, thankfully, “ rarely ” a sign of anything serious – but it can still be disruptive, leading to discomfort and even time off work. For most people with lower back pain, staying active is key to good recovery, the health service adds . Speak to your doctor if you’re not sure about exercising with your back pain, if you have severe or worsening pain, or if you get new pain. But if you can safely move, which exercises can make existing back pain a little easier, and even prevent recurring aches in the future? Dr Pamela Mehta, an orthopaedic surgeon at Resilience Orthopaedics , told HuffPost UK: “For most people with back pain, the best exercises are ones that strengthen your core and improve mobility through your hips and spine.” Here are three exercise types she recommends: 1) Stretches Per Harvard Health, tight muscles surrounding your spine – and even those as far down as your hip flexors – can lead to worsened back pain. So, Dr Mehta said: “Start with simple stretches like cat-cow or child’s pose to ease stiffness and get the spine moving.” Side bends, hip stretches, and supine twists can all help too, Nuffield Health suggested. 2) Core exercises You might think of abs when you imagine working out your core. In reality, though, the system of muscles is more complex than that , and it includes muscles which support your spine, too. “Add core-strengthening exercises such as bridges, bird dogs, and planks,” Dr Mehta told us. “These help stabilise your spine and reduce strain on your lower back.” 3) Aerobic activity Walking isn’t just good for your heart ; a 2025 paper found that walking for more than 100 minutes per day was linked to a 23% lower risk of chronic low back pain. So, perhaps it’s no wonder that the surgeon suggested we “incorporate low-impact aerobic activity like walking, swimming, or using an elliptical to keep your muscles active without jarring the joints”. As with all your exercise though, “what matters most is consistency and good form”. And, Dr Mehta ended, “if pain lingers beyond a few weeks, or if you feel shooting pain down your leg, it’s important to see a doctor”. Related... 4 Ways A Fitness Expert Reverses The Harm From Sitting All Day Winter Can Dampen Your Sex Life. Here's How To Heat It Back Up This 1 Common Stretching Mistake Could Be Ruining Your Workout