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Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a green-thumbed beginner, this six-piece collection is a great addition to your garden, allotment or patio – and right now it’s half-price

Calling all gardeners looking to expand their current plants and flowers, this six-piece set is an absolute bargain as it plummets to half price. Normally, this Hebes collection would retail for £79.95, but is now up for grabs for the reduced price of £39.95 while this Gardening Express deal lasts.

This impressive collection of hardy evergreen Hebes will add a variety of lovely colours and textures to your garden all year round. They require minimal maintenance while offering a maximum impact on your outdoor space. Featuring a random mix of six plants, this is an unnamed selection of superb hardy varieties.

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Hebes are touted as the ultimate foliage plant, growing in uniform, compact and colourful arrays. These wonderful shrubs are also evergreen, so they keep their spectacular foliage all year, giving your garden a bright and impressive flair from the first day of the year to the last.

Named after the Greek Goddess of youth, Hebes plants will add a breath of fresh air to any garden, patio or allotment with their vibrant colours and spectacular growth. Hebes are loved for their low-growing domes of densely packed leaves, ensuring they don’t take up too much room, block natural light or grow wild. They are excellent for providing contrast and texture in a border of your garden, but they will also thrive in patio containers.

Hebes are virtually maintenance-free evergreen shrubs, fully frost hardy and tolerant of drought, shade, sun and poor soil, so they are more than comfortable in the UK’s turbulent climate. They are also very slow-growing, meaning you can plant them pretty much anywhere and just leave them to be.

All Hebes in this collection complement each other and are supplied as strong healthy plants in approx. 1.5-2.5 litre containers. All you have to do is simply plant and stand back, making this set the new best friend of new or inexperienced gardeners.

Here’s a list of some of the Hebes that may be selected in the set:

• Hebe Heartbreaker
• Hebe Emerald Green Globe
• Hebe Sapphire Hebe Purple
• Hebe albicans Red Edge
• Hebe Vernicosa
• Hebe Pewter Dome

Laura Anderson appears to take aim at her ex partner Gary Lucy in a Father’s Day post as sarcastically praises fathers who ‘financially’ take care of their children

Since the arrival of their daughter two years ago, the relationship between Laura Anderson and Gary Lucy has been far from smooth-sailing. And it seems despite the fact the pair parted ways in February 2023, after attempting to rekindle their relationship before the birth of their daughter, Laura’s bitterness towards Gary is still ever present.

On Father’s Day, Laura posted a tribute to :”Great dads who show up and financially support their children. You children love you.”

According to reports, it was Gary’s children from a previous relationship that forced him to make the difficult decision to split with Laura after she proposed he move to Scotland in order to raise their daughter Bonnie, two.

Back in October last year, Gary was at the receiving end of Laura’s frustration when he posted a series of pictures showing off his relationship with Bonnie..

And at the time she posted: “Instead of posting videos of the one time you saw your daughter this year, can you please reply to my text from 2weeks ago please, that would be great.”

Her post attracted a string of attention but left Gary feeling the need to retaliate, in a desperate bid to counter her claims of being an absent father.

Taking to his social media at the time, he posted a picture of himself with his youngest son Theodore and responded saying: “I could eat him all up.”

But his hashtags underneath his post appeared to be evidence that he was fuming at Laura’s suggestion he was not present in his daughter’s life.

He ended his post saying: “#handsomeboy, #deadbeatdad.” And this was followed by an emoji of the middle finger.

Last year, Laura opened up on life as a single mum to the Mirror.

She explained: “But that’s the cards I was dealt in the end. Of course, I’m going to make it work for my child, even more so. I feel like I’m a really good mum, to be honest.”

She added: “Prioritise what you need to do, it’s just me. I have to make it work. I am tired but of course, I’m going to be tired. I’m bringing up a human soul, that’s what I signed up for.”

When asked her advice for other parents in a similar situation, she replied: “[Bonnie’s] great, your social life does a take a little bit of a backseat but most people, your good friends understand that.”

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Sam Thompson and Louis Tomlinson have been training together for Soccer Aid at Old Trafford despite the One Direction star now dating Sam’s ex, Zara McDermott

Louis Tomlinson and Sam Thompson held a Soccer Aid ‘peace dinner’ before the charity match kicks off today at Old Trafford, according to reports. The pair have been training together for the star-studded game, despite the One Direction star. 33, now dating Sam’s ex, Zara McDermott, 28.

Unfortunately, Sam, 32, has had to pull out of the match – which will see the likes of Wayne Rooney and Jill Scott take to the pitch in Manchester – after injuring himself while making a mega journey by bike and foot from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford for Unicef last week. However, he’s still very much part of Soccer Aid and the management team and will be cheering on his famous teammates from the sidelines.

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Claiming he organised a dinner with Louis and the rest of the team at posh country house Champneys in Hertfordshire ahead of the match today, a source told The Sun the pair are determined not to let their love lives interfere with the day.

They said: “There is no beef between the pair and they’re both going to ensure their love lives don’t distract from such a big charity spectacle.

“They are fully aware that their every move is being scrutinised and they’ve broken bread with their teammates, so it’ll be smooth sailing on the day.”

Sam and Zara called it quits late last year before the Love Islander moved on with Louis. Sam was said to be ‘blindsided’ by the move and appeared to make a sly dig at his ex when he was discussing his love life with best pal, Pete Wicks.

Hinting that Zara may have moved on too soon, he said: “I suppose a lot of people look for validation in other people right? And they look for the next person instantly because it’s like ‘I need to find someone else to fill that hole and I need to find that excitement.'”

Explaining that he was asked about coming face to face with Louis at Soccer Aid, he told Pete recently: “At the end of the interview, he goes, ‘Look mate, I’ve got to ask the question that everyone wants to know.

“This is sort of the big question really, the elephant in the room, What’s it going to be like with you and Louis? Obviously he’s doing Soccer Aid too.'”

Sam continued: “Mate, you should have seen the room, everybody, it was a silent then everyone goes ‘Woah, Woah Woah, end the call! End the call!’ and I have just gone ‘No, no guys, I’ve got this, I’ve got this.’ I held my hands up to say just relax.

“I think I did alright and I meant everything I said as well, that it’s not about me or Louis or who anyone is dating, it’s f**king Unicef and charity and everyone is going to be there for the exact same reason.”

The Mirror has contacted Sam and Louis’ reps for comment.

* Soccer Aid is on ITV at 6pm on Sunday 15 June

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Body language expert Judi James has revealed what the First Lady was really thinking during her husband’s birthday parade over the weekend

A body language expert has revealed what Melania Trump was really thinking during her husband’s military parade on Saturday, which marked the US President’s 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the American Army.

The 55-year-old First Lady stunned in a white pinstripe skirt power suit. While her husband donned his usual attire – a navy suit, white shirt and red tie – for the special ceremony which took place outside the White House.

In a rare public display of affection, Melania held Donald’s hand during the parade and smiled throughout. But body language expert Judi James thinks her communication with her husband “suggests some tension” between the couple.

She observed: “Her left hand seems to perform a small ritual that suggests inner tension, or she lifts it to preen her hair as it wafts in the breeze. When Trump is seated, it looks like another day in the White House office.

“While Melania performs a wide, Duchenne smile, his smile is the lip-clamped, acknowledging version and his posture slumps as he rests his elbows on his thighs and splays his knees with his hands forming a downward steeple gesture.”

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The expert further noted to Daily Mail.com that Melania was “more rigid” than her husband and “almost mirroring the military pose of Pete Hegseth on Trump’s other side.”

Though on the rare occasion Donald does talk to her, Judi noted Melania – who has been married to Trump for 20 years – “becomes more animated, leaning quickly sideways to listen and smile.”

But it seemed the ceremony might have been a bit too long for the President, as a photo of him apparently catching forty winks went viral on social media.

A snap circulating on X, previously known as Twitter, shows a seated Trump with his eyes shut, seemingly dozing while the military procession continued. And critics didn’t hesitate to poke fun at Trump nodding off, with some calling it a ‘disgrace’.

“Trump seen falling asleep at his own birthday military parade,” one user posted on the social media site. Another jested: “It was past his bedtime”, as a third ribbed: “This mutha sucka couldn’t even stay awake at his empty birthday parade. Chile, bye! #DemUnited #NoKingsParade #TrumpisaNationalDisgrace.”

A fourth remarked: “Falling asleep again, on his Birthday. No this is not at Pope inauguration. The military parade that he desperately wanted, and Americans paid millions for… So disrespectful of the US Military. Disgrace.”

But it wasn’t just Trump’s apparent snoozing that hit the headlines. Thousands of protests sprung up across the country against Trump’s authoritarian tendencies – under the banner ‘No Kings’, which also put a literal damper on the proceedings.

To add to the drama, protesters gathered to make their dissent heard against the festivities. Overshadowing the parade, was a towering, eight-foot-tall effigy of Trump sat on a toilet.

It comes as Trump threatened to respond at ‘levels never seen before’ if Iran attacks the US, sparking fears of World War Three.

At least nine people are dead and more than 100 have reportedly been injured after Iran launched a barrage of missile strikes at Israel overnight, in retaliation for Israel’s Friday strikes. Those killed range in age from 10 to 80 years old.

Israel also launched overnight strikes, hitting the Iranian Ministry of Defense headquarters in Tehran. The Israeli military said it had targeted other locations that “advanced” Iran’s nuclear program, setting it back possibly by years.

Distancing his administration from the attacks, Trump said Washington had no role to play in the escalating trouble as he issued a warning to Tehran not to bring his country into the conflict.

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Writer Nisha Mal has been obsessed with Rochelle Humes’ latest Next collection and highlights some of her favourite summer pieces

Next has been going big with its summer drop this season. Most notably, the retailer’s collection with Rochelle Humes has caught my eye, as it includes some classic, tailored pieces that will withstand micro-trends.

The collection consists of timeless linen fabrics, colourful fitted coats, and lightweight summer knits for the UK’s unpredictable climes. One of my favourite pieces from the collection is this Neutral Cotton Linen Blend Trophy Jacket, which can be worn throughout the year.

Priced at £64, it is great for the office or a fancy dinner on occasions when I don’t know what to wear but want to look like I’ve made an effort. The neutral colour means I can pair it with almost all of the accessories and bags I have in my wardrobe.

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It can be worn with jeans and trousers, or even a leather mini skirt and tights for wintertime looks. Linen has no give and can often feel restrictive, which one reviewer found: “Not suitable. Material stiff and thick, and the jacket too short.”

Alternatively, New Look is selling a cropped, boucle trophy jacket which is considerably cheaper at £29.99 (originally £49.99). The navy jacket has chunky gold buttons and a collarless design.

Rochelle models a new linen co-ord

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In keeping with linen, Next’s stunning blue co-ord is also worth shouting about. It comprises a longline sleeveless waistcoat (£39), and then buyers have the choice between either a longline skirt (£34) or a pair of city shorts (£26).

The sky blue set is made from a textured finish material. I particularly like the waistcoat, which has a high neck, and is finished with front pockets and a button-down fastening.

However, the skirt loses points for me mostly due to its long, ankle-length. Standing at 5ft (5 ft 1 on a good day), it’s a shame it isn’t offered in petite.

If it were a midi or even knee-length, I might get away with it, but seeing as it’s so long, there’s no chance it’s going to fall right on me, unless I get it tailored (a job I will most definitely not do). For shoppers a similar height to me, the set’s city shorts are the better choice.

For a boho-inspired co-ord look to Nobody’s Child, where this Blue Tie Dye set is offered. It comprises a cami with spaghetti straps (£49) and a matching long, floaty skirt (£99). I think this set would look beautiful worn on holiday, or at a festival paired with cowboy boots.

Returning to Rochelle Humes’ summer collection, this Brown Glossy Satin Maxi co-ord is ideal for upcoming summer weddings and special occasions. It comprises a halterneck top and a long, flowy skirt.

Available in regular or petite sizing, the maxi-length skirt is decorated with a polka dot all-over print, and has a floaty pleated skirt (£50). The accompanying blouse (£32) has the exact same print. and has a tie-bow fastening at the back.

The skirt has 12 customer reviews, mostly positive; however, one shopper has a warning about the material writing: “Absolutely loved the colour and fit of the skirt but creased so badly.”

For a casual holiday-inspired set look to Boden, where shoppers can pick up a colourful set comprising a loose-fitting pair of trousers (£120) and a matching, floaty shirt (£80). The Sieena linen set is all-white and features a tropical print all over it, including little banana prints, seashells, lobsters and even a little bird.

My last Next pick is this knitted jumper, priced at £35. As we all know, British summertime is mostly a let-down, and having a jumper at hand is useful for on/off downpours. The keyhole design means I won’t get overheated, and it’s lightweight enough to pop into my handbag without taking up much space.

The ecru-white knit comes in sizes small, medium, large, extra large, and extra large. Rochelle pairs it with light-wash jeans and tousled locks, but it’d look equally stylish with denim cut-offs or city shorts. The knit is also available in a blue colourway with pink and green stripes.

In the reviews, a buyer praised its design and comfort, writing: “I love this jumper. It’s so comfortable. I wanted a jumper that hung well, and this certainly does that. A slightly off-white colour. Worth the money.”

If you’re heading to a summer event, and are in need of some shapewear, Lisa Snowdon has just shared her favourites styles, plus a few clever tips and tricks

We always trust Lisa Snowdon’s advice when it comes to fashion, I mean let’s face it, she always looks amazing. But we also trust her in what to wear underneath to make us feel our most confident self.

And if you’ve got a summer wedding, or fancy occasion coming up and are in need of some shapewear help, Lisa has just saved the day with her latest This Morning segment on what shapewear is best for each concern.

From multi-way bras designed specifically for those with bigger busts, to thigh sculpting shapewear designed for low back dresses, Lisa has selected the best of the best from brands including Curvy Kate, M&S, and Skims.

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The Multiway Bra

Available for £33 here

Lisa raved about Curvy Kate’s Multiway Bra, which states you can get 100 different uses out of just one bra. And priced at £33, Lisa said that’s 33p way if you try out all 100.

And this is the perfect bra for those with bigger busts as it goes from a 32D up until a 40J. So how does this bra work? The innovative eyeletted fold over top edge of the cup means that the straps can be positioned anywhere, which is a lifesaver if you’re heading to various events wearing dresses with all different cuts. Whether you want strapless, one-shoulder, low-back, this bra does it all while also offering the support that bigger chested women need underneath their occasionwear.

Backless shapewear

Stick on bra available for £24 here and hourglass thigh shaper for £54 here

Backless dresses are a pretty big trend at the moment, but going braless or without shapewear simply isn’t an option for most of us. However, Lisa’s hack has saved the day. The hack involves wearing a stick on bra, like Marks & Spencer’s Wired Stick On Strapless Winged Bra. This is then combined with Wacoal’s clever Hourglass Thigh Shaper, which dips at the back meaning the fabric won’t be seen when wearing your backless dress. Plus the shapewear skims all the lumps and bumps you don’t want showing and helps create a gorgeaous silhouette.

Halterneck hack

Available for £62 here

Of course, we can’t have the shapewear conversation wihtout talking about Skims. Lisa raves about the Kim Kardashian-founded bra for its amazing shade range, which we definitely can’t fault. And Skims multi-way bra is another that geniusly adapts to different dress styles. Durign the segment, Lisa effortless showed us how to adapt this handy bra from its classic straps to a halter-neck style, making it perfect for those wearing halterneck occasionwear outfits this summer.