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Add a tropical twist to your garden or patio with a ‘lush, exotic and winter-hardy’ palm tree that’s currently on sale with a massive £150 discount, thanks to this limited-time deal

Elevate your outdoor space this summer with an exotic-looking palm tree that’s sure to transform any area into a desert island paradise. Needing little maintenance and promising to withstand the harsh UK weather all year round, this giant palm tree would normally sell for a steep £249.99 but is currently up for grabs for £99.99 thanks to this Gardening Express sale.

The XXXL Giant Canary Island Date Palm, sporting the massive £150, is an extra-large, well-established palm that can grow over two metres tall, with some nearly reaching the three-metre mark. The “totally tropical’ palm tree is a striking, winter-hardy architectural palm that is sure to make a superb feature in any outdoor space. Adding a “sunny desert island” feel to patios or gardens, this palm is set to last for years to come.

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Add a show-stopping plant to your garden that bestows an instant Mediterranean flavour with this giant palm, which boasts a total height of around 220-290cm (7-9ft). This particular type, the Phoenix Canariensis, will be perfectly at home in the UK’s climate, as it promises to cope with temperatures as low as -6 degrees C, so there’s no need to worry about this tree dying in the colder autumn and winter months.

Often seen in the Canary Islands and mainland Spain, this palm tree sprouts deep green leaves that are sure to turn heads in any season. The Canary Island Date Palm is a “truly magical exotic” plant that will look just as spectacular on your patio in a pot or planted into your garden as it does on the continent.

Surprisingly fast-growing, this palm will form an attractive, thick trunk as it matures. It will produce bunches of attractive, cream, bowl-shaped flowers followed by small black fruits, transforming your outside area into a Mediterranean veranda.

Touted as “lush, exotic, tactile and incredibly easy to grow”, this giant palm tree is set to survive and flourish in the UK climate, ensuring it can continue to add exotic and tropical vibes to your garden without wilting.

Normally retailing for £249.99, shoppers can currently save a massive £150 as this Canara Island Date Palm tree has plummeted to £99.99 via Gardening Express.

It Ends With Us star, Blake Lively, has been slammed for the way she allegedly treated staff at Stoney Clover Lane in the US, with a fan claiming the actress was ‘so rude’

Blake Lively has been blasted for allegedly behaving poorly towards staff in a store in New York. The It Ends With Us star, 37, who is still embroiled in a legal battle with Justin Baldoni, who is suing the actress for defamation after she accused him of sexual harassment, splashing the cash in accessory shop, Stoney Clover Lane, when she was spotted by a fan.

The fan, named Landon, who has a prolific presence on TikTok, told her followers that Blake had been ‘so rude’ to staff as she recalled what, allegedly, occurred. Giving her opinion on the Gossip Girl alum, Landon said: “It was honestly a horrible experience. I don’t know how she has any fans anymore.

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“First of all, we walked in and we’re just like, looking around … I didn’t even notice [Lively] at first. I’m just looking, shopping for my sister, and the way [Lively’s] talking to the workers at the store was so rude.”

Claiming Blake wanted to know if there were items which ‘hadn’t been touched by other customers’, she continued: “She was like, ‘I want a fresh one of these — one that wasn’t touched by other customers. … Is there a private bathroom?’”

Landon alleged that Blake, who is married to multi-millionaire, Ryan Reynolds, was “ignoring” everyone, including her kids and her niece, as she chose the patches she wanted to add to her customised bag.

Landon continued: “I was like, ‘Oh my God. People are working hard in stores like this and this is how you’re treating them?’ Like, you’re being so entitled.

“And the second we walked out, it was clear that we were invading their space — it’s a store, first of all. There’s no sign that says you can’t enter. She didn’t block it off,” she added.

“And the second we leave, [Lively’s] security guard comes and stands in front of the door. And now I’m at the corner of the street and the security guard is staring at me.”

Landon concluded her post, claiming: “If anyone is still a fan of Blake Lively, I think recheck your decision on that because she’s not very nice to the common people.”

The Mirror has contacted Blake’s reps for comment.

After starring in This Ends With Us alongside Justin, Blake hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons. The actress accused her co-star of sexual harassment while Justin countered sued, claiming defamation.

However, in recently filed documents, Blake moved to drop a key claim tied to her 2024 lawsuit. The mum-of-four has requested to withdraw her claims of intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress against Justin.

The filing came after the actor’s legal team asked her to sign a HIPAA release for access to her medical and mental health records. Justin’s attorney, Kevin Fritz, claimed Blake “refuses to disclose the information and documents needed to disprove that she suffered any emotional distress” and is trying to keep the option of reviving the claims after discovery ends (via People.)

Blake’s legal team, Esra Hudson and Mike Gottlieb, responded to the development by stating, “This is a routine part of the litigation process that is being used as a press stunt.” They also said that her legal team is “preparing [the] case for trial by streamlining and focusing it,” while Justin’s side is “desperately seeking another tired round of tabloid coverage.”

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The ripped summer top is from Rochelle Humes’ Next edit and comes in four colourways

A key way to nail summer style is to opt for easy-to-pair causal tops that can be worn with everything from linen trousers to shorts and denim. Lightweight wardrobe staples can take the stress out of planning and accessorising an outfit on a daily basis.

This Morning presenter Rochelle Humes exudes effortless chic, and luckily, fans can buy some of her pieces thanks to her collection with Next. The former pop star has been showcasing some new summer drops on the Next website, including a smart, linen-blend ribbed T-shirt that is versatile and stylish.

The Crew Neck Short Sleeve Top is £28 and comes in four colours, including black, ecru, red and an orange striped option. It is available in small, medium, large, and extra large sizes, and has a figure-hugging fit.

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For those who would prefer a looser-fitted T-shirt, especially on hot days, this Heart Embroidered T-Shirt is £35 at Nobody’s Child. The classic white tee has a crew neck, a relaxed fit and turned-up short sleeves.

Elsewhere, Roman offers a white blouse (£32) in a crinkle material. The no-iron blouse has a light and airy fit. As it is made from a no-iron material, it’s easy to throw on. It also comes in a lime colourway.

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Back to Next’s top, Rochelle pairs it with wide-leg lightweight jeans and gold accessories. One shopper who bought the ecru hue rated it five stars and said: “I love my new blouse. It is feminine and very comfortable to wear. The size is good.”

An additonal buyer who chose the striped version said they didn’t like the length, writing: “Gorgeous top, loved the colours but felt it was a bit too short in length for me so returned it. Otherwise, a lovely summer top.”

Another added: “My new top is gorgeous, I can’t wait to wear it. Thank you again, Next.” Another customer gave it two stars, commenting: “This top’s material is very thin and nearly see-through, not great quality. The fit is a bit tight too.”

Katie Price took to the stage in Portsmouth for a Pride performance on Saturday, showing off her gravity-defying Brazilian Butt Lift while belting out a selection of songs

Katie Price has worried fans again after taking to the stage showing off her tiny frame and eye-popping bum lift. The mum-of-five, 46, has admitted to losing weight recently, saying it’s something she ‘wanted to do’.

However, in Saturday’s snaps, the Pricey, who has admitted she suffers from body dysmorphia, sparked concern among her legion of loyal fans when she rocked up to sing at a Pride event in Portsmouth, sporting a tiny black thong leotard, fishnet tights, ankle boots and a sparkly crown with ‘Pricey’ encrusted on it in pink diamonds as the glamour icon belted out her favourite songs.

Addressing the excitable crowd, who she told she was not wearing any underwear, she said: “I could have put some more clothes on couldn’t I! It’s bloody freezing out here. The next song is one of my favourite karaoke songs, you’ll all know it, it’s energetic but sing along.

She continued: “I’ve got no knickers on, so keep checking that nothing’s on show. I keep doing that in case a lip hangs out.”

After that bombshell, Katie also commented on her gravity-defying bottom, promising: “I’m going to get some more in it this week, I want a bigger, better butt.”

Katie spoke candidly about her weight loss last month after fans expressed their concern over her appearance. Admitting that she had lost weight because she wanted to, she said on Rob Moore’s Disruptors podcast: “Yes I’ve lost weight. Yes that what I’ve wanted to do, I’ve wanted to lose weight.”

Explaining why she felt she needed to drop a dress size, she continued: “Because the past three, four years ago when I broke my feet and I was in a wheelchair for 10 months because they said I’d never walk again, and obviously you put weight on being in a wheelchair.

“And then I did all the IVF stuff, that also puts on weight. So yeah I did put on weight and I hated it, I felt uncomfortable and it wasn’t me.

“Now I’ve gone back, now the IVF that’s all come out, and I’m more active because I could do more because of my feet, and I’m horse riding again, then naturally, I’m going back athletic again.”

Praising the star’s figure, Married At First Sight, Ella Morgan, was brought out on stage by Katie in Portsmouth as the two women insisted they ‘loved’ each other despite their connection to JJ Slater. Ella dated JJ, who is now Katie’s boyfriend, when the pair appeared on the Channel 4 show two years ago.

Complimenting each other’s bodies, including their bums and boobs, the pair giggled as Katie joked Ella may have a “designer vagina”.

Katie has raised eyebrows among followers after showcasing her noticeably slimmer appearance on social media, with many expressing concern for her well-being. Since her transformation, she’s been questioned about whether she’s been using Ozempic injections or similar treatments to achieve her appearance, which she has repeatedly denied.

The Mucky Mansion star stressed that her weight loss was achieved by natural methods, revealing she pays close attention to her diet and incorporates more physical activity into her routine.

However, some fans aren’t convinced and begged the self-confessed surgery addict to leave herself alone, insisting Katie is ‘naturally beautiful’ and ‘doesn’t need anything’.

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Prince Harry’s rift with his royal relatives, including his father King Charles, shows no signs of being healed – and an insider has revealed what Meghan Markle thinks about the feud

Prince Harry’s bitter feud with King Charles shows no signs of being healed with their relationship still thought to be at an all-time low. And when it comes to Harry’s fallout with his royal relatives, it seems that his wife Meghan views the row differently than her husband.

While Harry gave a recent bombshell interview, confirming he is no longer speaking to his father, Meghan has remained quiet on the family fallout. Instead, she has appeared to be focused on building her As Ever lifestyle business and lining up new products as well as working on her Netflix show and podcast.

And according to a source close to the couple, despite Meghan firmly standing by Harry’s side, she reportedly wishes he would feel “less burdened” by the past and instead “more present in the life they’ve built together”. The source told PEOPLE that Meghan is focused on the future and is “very business about it” while Harry reportedly has “one foot in the past”.

It comes after Palace insiders revealed one of the key factors that could be stopping the King from making the first move in reconciling with his estranged son.

The feud between father and son is believed to have gone from bad to worse in recent weeks after Harry gave an explosive interview to the BBC after losing another court battle over his security arrangements in the UK.

In that interview, he confirmed that things had got so bad between him and his father, that the King, who is still having cancer treatment, will not speak to him and he does not know “how much longer my father has” left.

It comes after Harry railed against his family in his memoir Spare, where he criticised his father, branded his stepmother Queen Camilla dangerous and claimed older brother Prince William physically attacked him.

Some have suggested that if father and son are to get their relationship back on track, it should be the King to reach out and make the first move. However, a palace insider told PEOPLE magazine one of the reasons why this has not been the case so far – and they claimed it is because those around the King have not “encouraged reconciliation”.

According to the publication, William has shown “no interest” in repairing the rift, Camilla “stays out of it” while even the King’s most personal aide, private secretary Sir Clive Alderton, is “unlikely to push for a personal outreach”.

Respected royal correspondent and author Valentine Low told the publication of Charles: “There is not a good angel in his ear to say, ‘Be a good dad and make the first move’.”

Talking about Harry’s bombshell BBC interview, he added: “It wasn’t meant to be an attack, but it would be seen as one. It makes Charles reach out even harder.”

In his shock interview after losing his security case at the Court of Appeal, Harry admitted: “Of course, some members of my family will never forgive me for writing a book. Of course, they will never forgive me for lots of things.”