Alessandra Ambrosio shows off her rock hard abs after a grueling pilates class in Beverly Hills

If there's one date you don't want to forget, it's Mother's Day.

If there's one date you don't want to forget, it's Mother's Day.

Good Morning Britain viewers were left fearing for a correspondent who was forced to take cover after bomb sirens interrupted his report live from Ukraine.

BBC TV programme Noels House Party, hosted by Noel Edmonds, was cancelled on this day (February 25) in 1999.Fans were left devastated when the news broke on February 25, 1999 that the popular entertainment programme, set at the fictional Crinkley Bottom House, would be coming to an end.Not only did it launch Noel Edmonds to new heights of fame, but it also introduced the world to the one and the only Mr Blobby.Yes, love him or loathe him, you couldn't escape Mr Blobby in the nineties - and neither could the celebrities, with Mr Blobby playing pranks on some of the biggest stars of the decade.But who were the actors behind Mr Blobby? Where are they now? And what was the inspiration behind the character? Daily Star investigates.The pink and yellow icon Mr Blobby was created by Noel's House Party producer Michael Leggo, who had previously worked with Noel Edmonds in the eighties.After introducing the popular Gotcha segments, where Noel Edmonds would prank celebrities, Michael began to wonder how they would continue to catch out the stars for future episodes - with many already figuring out that Noel might be there to prank them.After witnessing Noel Edmonds prank Eamonn Holmes while wearing a monster costume, a spark was lit - and Michael got to work on what would become undoubtedly one of the 90s biggest icons.He drew a sketch of Mr Blobby, telling the costume designer that the name was inspired by his family's use of the word to describe something that had no shape.After he was created, host Noel Edmonds soon realised how successful the character was going to be, saying to Michael: "Blobby is going to be huge."Well Noel, you were certainly right - not only was Mr Blobby huge, he was a megastar.A legend had been born.Mr

A Scots couple will appear on Channel 4’s hit programme Gogglebox tonight for the first time in six years.

Police are urging Scots to be vigilant following a Covid-19 text scam that is currently doing the rounds.

Love Island star Maura Higgins has shared details of her mystery illness which has left her bed-bound for three days.Appearing a far cry from her usual perky self, Maura, 31, jumped onto her Instagram story to provide insight into how she was feeling with fans.The TV star wore a grey jumper as she lay down on her bed while telling fans that she "lost a stone" from her unknown sickness.Opening up to her 3.4million followers, she explained: "This is the first time that I've been out of bed in I don't know how long."And if you're wondering what the noise is, it's a fan, because the sweat that's protruding out of my body, I can't even explain."She added: "If I've not lost a stone from this illness, I'd be shocked."I don’t think I have ever been so unwell."Sharing an image of her bath with fans on her Instagram story, the star captioned the photo: "After three full days in bed, I finally have the energy to wash myself.

Celebrities of Ukrainian and Russian descent are speaking out about the Russia-Ukraine crisis among signs that the Ukrainian capital was increasingly threatened early Friday. Russia pressed its invasion of Ukraine to the outskirts of the capital Friday after unleashing airstrikes on cities and military bases and sending in troops and tanks from three sides in an attack that could rewrite the global post-Cold War security order.

Nicole Scherzinger has left fans with their jaws on the floor after posting an incredible beach video to her Instagram.MORE: Nicole Scherzinger hits the beach in tiny pink string bikini – and wow!The singer, 43, can be seen in two different looks, the first one shows her in white leggings a matching bralette as the sun is about to set. As the video transitions, cutting to a scene where the sun has almost disappeared behind the horizon, Nicole can then be seen in a gorgeous leopard-print bikini, showing off her incredible muscular body.WATCH: Nicole dazzles in leopard-print bikiniFans rushed to comment on the impressive clip, which saw her pretend to draw an arrow and shoot it towards the sun.READ: Nicole Scherzinger leaves fans speechless in figure-hugging outfitRELATED: Nicole Scherzinger wows in thigh-skimming mini dress"Literally said wow out loud," one said of the brief clip, whilst a second added: "That body man." The singer recently posed in a gorgeous pink number"Looking absolutely stunning," wrote a third, whilst a fourth praised her the quality of the video, writing: "The best one so far."Nicole's fans are no strangers to incredible video montages.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentThe Russian invasion of Ukraine is reverberating in the classical music world, where star conductor Valery Gergiev, who has close ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin, is being forced to cancel engagements at La Scala in Italy as well as Carnegie Hall and other venues in the U.S.Gergiev, known to be an old friend and vocal supporter of Putin, last conducted Tchaikovsky’s opera “The Queen of Spades” on Wednesday evening at Milan’s famed La Scala opera house, where he was lightly booed, according to Italian press reports.On Thursday, as Russian tanks rolled into Ukraine, Milan mayor Giuseppe Sala, who is the president of La Scala, publicly urged Gergiev to condemn Russia’s invasion, saying that if the conductor — who has not commented Putin’s move — did not issue a statement, “the collaboration will be over,” he said. Gergiev is next scheduled to appear at La Scala on March 5.

Three males, including two teenagers, have been arrested in connection with disorder offences following the Rangers and Borussia Dortmund match.

Women's Cricket World Cup becomes its latest victim.Teams have been told that in the event of an outbreak, they'll be allowed to use backroom staff as fielders, providing they're female of course.According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), teams will be expected to fulfil their fixtures even if they have as little as nine fit players.The tournament, which is taking place in New Zealand, has some of the world's strictest Covid protocols.The eight teams involved have squads of 15 players, with a maximum of three travelling reserves.If a game is not played and cannot be rescheduled, it will be abandoned and the points shared.Given that all persons entering New Zealand must quarantine for a week in a hotel, there's little point in sending for reinforcements in the event of an outbreak.As such, the ICC have decided to allow staff members to get involved instead, potentially making for a bizarre spectacle - though teams do have the option of rejecting to play a match if they have fewer than 11 players available.Which Premier League team would benefit the most from fielding members of their backroom staff? Let us know in the comments section..."From a Covid perspective, we need to be a little bit flexible, as far as the way in which we manage the game to take into account these unique circumstances," said ICC head of events Chris Tetley."It's important that we do everything we can to try and maximise opportunities for the best players in the world to show their skills at a World Cup."The tournament on March 4 and will run for one month, with the final taking place on April 3.

Outlander star Sam Heughan had This Morning hosts Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby in stitches after offering a piece of advice when speaking about his hit show Outlander.

Ukraine intensifies. Declaring that the collective is "officially in cyber war against the Russian government", Anonymous took down the website of Russia Today, the country's main state broadcaster, early this morning.

WET-look Alessandra Ambrosio is getting to drips with current affairs posing for her latest swimwear snaps. The Brazilian, 40, is a keen environmentalist and told fans on social media: "It’s World Oceans Day! "Healthy seas are everything to our survival.” She also wore a wrap in fashion mag Numero’s summer 2021 Russia issue.

She has been enjoying a hot and heavy romance with fellow model Richard Lee.But Alessandra Ambrosio made it a priority to get in some 'girl time' on Tuesday afternoon.The 40-year-old supermodel was seen exiting a Pilates class in West Hollywood with her close gal palLudi Delfino. Girl time: Alessandra Ambrosio was seen exiting a Pilates class with her close gal pal Ludi Delfino in West Hollywood on TuesdayAmbrosio put her washboard abs on full display in a tight grey sports bra and a pair of matching leggings.She slipped her feet into a pair of New Balance trainers and had a windbreaker tied around her waist.

She is a modelling icon.And Alessandra Ambrosio maintained her runway figure as she hit up a Pilates class in Los Angeles on Monday afternoon.The catwalk queen, 40, showcased just a sliver of her envy-inducing abs as she headed to class wearing a figure-hugging crop top. Working it! Alessandra Ambrosio maintained her runway figure as she hit up a Pilates class in Los Angeles on Monday afternoonOverall, the Victoria's Secret model dressed rather modestly as she headed to class with a friend by her side.The superstar covered up her long legs with a white pair of Alo sweatpants, which showed a glimpse of her toned legs.

They confirmed their relationship in March of this year, and have been heavy into the PDA ever since.And Alessandra Ambrosio was spotted open-mouth kissing her model boyfriend Richard Lee on Saturday, as the loving couple spent the afternoon on the beach in Santa Monica, California with friends.The Brazilian supermodel, 40, frolicked in a baby blue bikini top and shredded white denim shorts while playing beach volleyball.

Brazilian bombshell Alessandra Ambrósio and her eight-year-old son Noah Phoenix went shopping together at the celeb-favorite Brentwood Country Mart in Los Angeles on Thursday.The 39-year-old CAA Model looked chic in a cinched grey blouse with white pleated pants, matching purse, and sandals.Missing from Alessandra's side was her eldest child, 12-year-old daughter Anja Louise.

 Alessandra Ambrosio may have turned 40 this year, but the supermodel has never looked better!On Monday, May 31, Ambrosio celebrated the long weekend by showing off her long legs and sculpted abs while wearing a barely-there orange string bikini from her own GAL Floripa swimwear line, which she launched with her sister and best friend.The supermodel said that she was at the Montage in Los Cabos, Mexico.“Today in celebration of the 3 year anniversary of @montageloscabos, I am sending one lucky follower to one of my favorite resorts for a three night stay in a luxurious suite, one dinner for two at Mezcal, two signature Spa Montage 60-Minute Massages and a selection of summer essentials from @galfloripa. ✨✨✨,” she wrote in her caption.

Alessandra Ambrosio turned 40 years old in April but time does not seem to keep up with this Brazilian supermodel.On Monday the leggy wonder - who has two children with ex Jamie Mazur - showed off her long, lean legs and sculpted arms as she put her abs on display while in an orange bikini from her own GAL Floripa swimwear line she launched with her sister and best friend.The cover girl said she was at the Montage in Los Cabos, Mexico, which has a special place in her heart. Hola!Alessandra Ambrosio turned 40 years old earlier this year but time does not seem to keep up with this Brazilian supermodel.