'Cool mum' Britney Spears floors fans as she shares rare snap with teenage sons

The Joker And The Queen by Ed Sheeran flies straight to Number 1 on the Official Trending Chart following the release of a brand-new version of the track with Taylor Swift.

Valentine's Day.But if you're anything like us, it can be a struggle to keep the beautiful blooms alive.Thankfully, there's a handy hack that stops petals falling so quickly.In the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips group on Facebook, a savvy user revealed you can use 2p coins to increase the longevity of flowers.Simply pop a few coppers in the bottom of your vase and jobs a good'un.The Facebook user shared a snap of their bouquet, explaining: “These are nearly 2 weeks old, with a 2p in the bottom! Definitely works.”Another agreed: “Works for me.”The Conversation says copper coins can be antimicrobial, which may be why they can be used to keep flowers looking freshly-picked.It explains: “Cut flowers begin to degrade almost instantly. Air and bacteria can block the small pores of the vascular system of plants, stopping vital water and food from being distributed around the flower, and they start to wilt.“So by reducing the microorganisms in the flower’s water you should be able to increase the life of your flowers.“So again, in theory, the copper in coins might be able to kill bacteria and keep cut flowers fresh."This isn't the only way to keep your flowers looking tip-top.Others shared their words of advice in the Facebook group, including sticking a needle in the stem below the buds.Apparently, this helps the buds to stand up straighter.Others recommend cutting the stems at an angle before placing them in water with plant food.Doing this is said to help the bouquet absorb more water and nutrients. For more lifestyle stories, sign up to the free Hot Topics newsletter here.

Rio Ferdinand claims Pep Guardiola is 'holding his middle finger up' to all his Premier League doubters as Manchester City continue to dominate.The Spaniard's side currently find themselves comfortably atop the Premier League's standings, nine points clear of nearest challengers Liverpool, having only played one game more.Since losing at home to Crystal Palace in late October, City have won 14 of their 15 league matches, only dropping points in a 1-1 draw at Southampton.Going into the season, many questioned whether Guardiola's team would be able to retain the Premier League title, especially given their lack of a recognised striker.Sergio Aguero departed for Barcelona last summer and City failed in their well-documented pursuit of Tottenham's Harry Kane, which led to many fearing the Sky Blues wouldn't have enough in attack.However, City have managed to hit a league-high 61 goals so far this season, the same amount as Liverpool, as their efforts have been spread around the team.Given their sheer dominance, Ferdinand believes Guardiola has silenced his doubters and essentially "put his middle finger up" to the rest of the Premier League.Can anyone stop Manchester City from winning the Premier League title again this season? Give us your thoughts in the comments section. “Points-wise it’s not over, but I just believe that City look too comfortable in their games," the former Manchester United defender admitted in the latest episode of Rio Ferdinand Presents FIVE. "City look like they're in total control all the time."There's no topsy-turvey games or moments where you go 'oh my god they're on the ropes they're going to get beat here'.

Babies one more time?! Sam Asghari is ready to have children with girlfriend Britney Spears, a source revealed exclusively to Us Weekly on Wednesday, March 3.

Britney Spears has shared a rare picture with her grown-up sons and told fans she has "done something right" in raising them.The pop singer took to Instagram to show a touching shot of her standing between her sons, Sean-Preston, 15, and Jayden James, 14.The 39-year-old blonde beauty is seen smiling gleefully as her boys wrap their arms around her and wear masks over their faces.Sharing the picture to Instagram, Britney told fans that her 'two babies are such gentlemen' in the gushing post and revealed a bit about her parenting experience.The mum-of-two, who shares her sons with former husband and dancer Kevin Federline, said: "It’s so crazy how time flies ....

Britney Spears is currently at the centre of a media storm, following the airing of the documentary Framing Britney Spears.The New York Times film gave an insight into the situation surrounding her father being her conservator, as well as examining her relationship with her two sons Sean Preston and Jayden James. Now, just weeks after the documentary aired, Britney has taken to Instagram to share a rare snap of herself and her two sons; proving that the three of them are still very close.

Britney Spears got emotional in her latest Instagram caption as she revealed her two teenage sons - Sean and Jayden - have grown up so fast, and that 'time flies'.

Time may fly, but a momma’s love is forever!

Look at how time flies. Britney Spears’ kids look so grown-up in a rare photo she posted of her two sons, Sean Preston, 15, and Jayden James, 14.

Britney Spears but there has never been any doubt that she loves her children. With all the drama surrounding the #FreeBritney movement, many are starting to ask about the two sons she shares with ex-husband Kevin Federline.

All grown up! Britney Spears posted a rare photo with her teenage sons, Sean Preston and Jayden, on Monday, March 1.

Britney Spears has left fans shocked after sharing a picture of her sons as she admits she has seen them "grow up so fast." The 39 year old is mum to Sean, 15, and Jayden, 14, from her marriage to Kevin Federline, which broke down in 2007, just one year after Jayden's birth. She took to Instagram on Tuesday morning to share an image of herself beaming as she stands in between the teens as they enjoy a walk through a field.

Britney Spears has revealed she's taking "time to heal and to be strong" as she reminded fans that it's "OK to cry".

Britney Spears took to Instagram Monday posting a shot alongside her teen sons Jayden James and Sean Preston as she mused about parenthood.'It’s so crazy how time flies,' the 39-year-old singer said of sons Sean Preston, 15, and Jayden James, 14, as the three were posed in a sunny canyon area, which she photoshopped an alternative version of, with massive clouds.'My boys are so big now!!!! I know … I know … it’s very hard for any mama especially a mama with boys seeing them grow up so fast!!!!' she said. Happy day:Britney Spears, 39, took to Instagram Monday posting a shot alongside her teen sons Sean Preston, 15, and Jayden James, 14, as she mused about parenthood'Talk about enough to make you go to your knees ...

Britney Spears almost never speaks out about her two sons Sean Preston, 15, and Jayden James Federline, 14, as she prefers that they’re able to live a private life out of the spotlight. But the pop superstar let fans in on what amazing young men they are growing into via the caption of two photos showing the teens now taller than mom. One of the boys had previous shared the photo last week, which was captured by a fan account. Britney posted the same photo to her account on Mar. 1, along with the same shot featuring a Photoshopped wild, fiery sunset in the background in place of the bluebird hiking day.

Many aspects of Britney Spears’ relationship with her father Jamie Spears are under scrutiny right now, but perhaps the saddest is the effect it had on the custody of her sons.

Time with teenagers! Britney Spears is seeing “less” of her two sons as they grow up, a source exclusively tells Us Weekly.

Britney Spears‘ sons are almost all grown up! The In The Zone singer is a proud mom to teenage sons Sean Preston, 15, and Jayden James Federline, 14, with ex-husband Kevin Federline — and the 39-year-old puts a “big effort” in to keep up with her boys. “Britney loves having teenagers, she adores her boys,” an insider close to the pop star spilled to HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY. “She’s always made a big effort to get into the things that her boys are into. So right now, that means a lot of video games,” they explained, noting it’s one of the “sweet ways” she “bonds” with Sean and Jayden.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Britney Spears has been pictured with her two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, in an incredibly rare family photo. The image, which appeared on a fan site, shows the Toxic singer stood in a field with her boys either side of her.

Britney Spears has been pictured with her teenage sons in a rare family photo and it shows just how much they have grown up.

It’s been a very long time since Britney Spears has been seen in a photo with her two sons, and they’re all grown up! The singer appeared to have gone on a recent hike with Sean Preston, 15, and Jayden James Federline, 14, as they stood in the bright blue sunshine of a canyon that appears to be near Britney’s Thousand Oaks, CA neighborhood. Britney, 39, looked overjoyed to be with her boys, who are both now taller than their 5’4” mom.