Monty Don issues house plant warning as he details 'biggest mistake' people make

“We know that you’re a homosexual, we’ve been following you.”Trigger Warning: This story has details of suicidal ideation and might be distressing to some readers. For 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For Australia-wide LGBTQI peer support call QLife on 1800 184 527 or webchat.This is what Yvonne Sillett,  a former Australian soldier and cipher operator, was told during a 1988 interrogation into her sexuality in relation to her security clearance. The royal commission is gathering evidence from ADF members who have had suicidal ideation or from surviving family members of those who have died.  Describing her interrogation, Sillett said that “after several hours of this questioning they said they would be taking the matter further and that, based on my sexuality, I could no longer be in Signal Corps as I’d be open to blackmail, and that they were downgrading my security clearance which was needed to do that job. They told me I’d never instruct women again.”According to The Guardian, during her interrogation, she was asked to give up the names of other homosexual military personnel but she refused to do so.With the help of a partner at the time, Sillett was able to “pull through.

John Hopewell Chief International CorrespondentZDF Enterprises, a key production-distribution component of one of Europe’s biggest public broadcaster powerhouses, Germany’s ZDF, is set to operate under the new name of ZDF Studios.Effective from April 1, the title, announced by ZDF Enterprises President and CEO Fred Burcksen on Monday in Mainz, captures much better ZDFE’s current business reach, scale and ambitions.“We are a studio, we cover all elements of our industry, from early development to longtail sales. The new name fits our business model much better and reflects our production and distribution expertise,” Burcksen said.ZDF Enterprises was launched in 1993 to handle worldwide program distribution as new content-avid private TV networks sprang up in Europe and beyond and also to deal with the business affairs of the acquisition of programs from around the world.

Naman Ramachandran Acclaimed Nepalese filmmaker Deepak Rauniyar has cast Indian actor Tannishtha Chatterjee as one of the leads in his upcoming feature “The Sky Is Mine.”Chatterjee’s credits include “Brick Lane” (2007), for which she scored a best actress nomination at the British Independent Film Awards, “Parched” (2015) and “Lion” (2016). She won the Asia Star Award for best Asian filmmaker at Busan for her directorial debut, “Roam Rome Mein” (2019).Rauniyar’s latest work, short film “Four Nights,” is playing at Berlinale Shorts. The filmmaker’s first feature, “Highway,” premiered at the 2012 Berlinale and played Locarno, while his sophomore feature “White Sun” (2016) won awards at the Venice, Palm Springs, Fribourg and Singapore festivals.

Hannah Ann Sluss confirmed she's dating Los Angeles Rams player Jake Funk ahead of Super Bowl Sunday.After keeping their relationship on the down-low, the former Bachelor starlet took to her Instagram page and shared an array of photos and videos, which included her fashion and food preps before heading to SoFi Stadium to see all the action live and in person.One of those images showed Sluss giving her beau a 'good luck kiss' before the big game against the Cincinnati Bengals.And in the end the couple have plenty to celebrate, as a late 4th quarter touchdown pass by Matthew Stafford to Cooper Kupp gave the Rams a 23-20 win to become the new world champions of the NFL. Confirmed! Hannah Ann Sluss confirmed she's dating LA Rams player Jake Funk before the team took on the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl 56 at Sofi Stadium in Los AngelesSluss, who was a contestant on the 24th season ofThe Bachelor in 2020, took a selfie video of her 'good Luck kiss' seemingly from inside the Rams hotel.She was all about showcasing her legs and midriff decked out in a black shorts and white crop top combination, although she did cover up at times by wearing an LA Rams jacket with her man's name and uniform number 34 on the back.

Her estranged husbandKanye 'Ye' West called her current boyfriend Pete Davidson a 'd***head' and shared ascreengrab of his private text to him on Sunday.But Kim Kardashian didn't seem too bothered about the social media drama.The 41-year-old SKIMS mogul ignored all of Ye's posts as she took to Instagram to instead share some very fashionable snaps of herself. Fashionista: Kim Kardashiantook to Instagram to instead share some very fashionable snaps of herselfKim looked out of this world in a black flight suit with matching heels as she accessorizedwith the same Catwoman-esque Balenciaga shades she wore after the Met Gala.

Miley Cyrus went all out for her set at this year’s Bud Light Super Bowl Music Fest, performing 20 songs including mashups, covers, and a live debut of a ‘Plastic Hearts’ deep cut.The former Disney star opened up the show with her 2013 hit ‘We Can’t Stop’, with a brief interpolation of the Pixies’ 1988 classic ‘Where Is My Mind?’. Later in the set, she blends ‘Wrecking Ball’ with elements of Sinead O’Connor’s Prince-written ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’.A sextet of covers punctuated the setlist, first with ‘Heart Of Glass’ by Blondie, then ‘23’ by Mike WiLL Made-It and ‘Maybe’ by Janis Joplin, with the live debut of her own ‘Plastic Hearts’ track ‘Never Be Me’ sandwiched in-between.

Sam Page, the actor who stars in Kia‘s new commercial with Robo Dog, has welcomed the adorable robot to his family!

Naman Ramachandran Indian filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, renowned for his epic cinematic vision, now trains his sights on women’s empowerment tale “Gangubai Kathiawadi,” playing as a Berlinale Special Gala on Feb. 16.Starring Alia Bhatt (2019 Berlinale selection “Gully Boy”) in the titular role, the film is based on the book, “Mafia Queens of Mumbai,” written by S. Hussain Zaidi and Jane Borges.

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the Super Bowl LVI Pepsi Halftime Show, and delivered a jaw-dropping spectacle that took a lot of work to make happen.ET's Kevin Frazier spoke with Jesse Collins, executive producer of this year's halftime show, and he reflected on what it was like to make such a memorable event really come to life.«We've been in development of this since last September, just talking every week, every single moment, and we've been in hard rehearsals probably for the last three weeks,» Collins reflected. «I think the hardest part of it was getting it [down] to 13 minutes.»«I mean, you've got monster catalogues and trying to figure out how to make this work... I mean I could think of 10 records that I wish they would've done,» he added.

Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don gave a rare insight into his home life with his wife Sarah Don as he addressed how the couple enjoys spending their downtime together. When the horticulturist is not tending to his luscious gardens at his Herefordshire residence, the presenter admittedly outs his feet up to enjoy the popular series.The 66-year-old revealed that he is a big fan of the hit show Succession.The drama series centres on the Roy family, the dysfunctional owners of Waystar RoyCo, a global media and entertainment conglomerate, who are fighting for control of the company amid uncertainty about the health of the family's patriarch, Logan Roy (played by Brian Cox).Speaking in a new interview on BBC Radio 5 Live with Nihal Arthanayake, the gardening expert was quizzed about the show, where he admitted his other half is not as keen.The on-screen star was questioned about his favourite character on the show and said that he finds them all "loathsome".Monty explained: "That's really difficult because they are all really loathsome.

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Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, 50, shared her latest glam look with her 1.8 million Instagram followers today.The actress looked stunning in a dark, figure-hugging ensemble that perfectly matched today’s wintry weather.Taking to Instagram, Amanda shared a picture of herself in a silky, long-sleeved blouse from Reiss that left little to the imagination. She paired the eye-popping garment with a long grey skirt from French Connection that cut off just below the knee, detailed with a zipper and split along the middle. The star wore her blonde hair in loose curls and accessorised the look with some snake-print stilettos. Amanda also tagged stylist Karl Willett and his assistant Adele Pentland by way of thanks. On the next story slide, Amanda included a boomerang of her strutting her stuff in the outfit, with one hand placed decisively on her hip. Since 2007, Amanda has been a judge on the ITV television talent show competition Britain's Got Talent.The celebrity currently also co-hosts the Heart FM Breakfast Show with Jamie Theakston on weekday mornings.This is not the first time the musical theatre star’s fashion choices have wowed her fans, as she constantly shares her iconic looks while stepping out for work. Last week, Amanda was snapped in the Heart Breakfast office, opting for another stylish, but professional, look not dissimilar to the one she was seen sporting today.In the picture posted on January 4, Amanda could be seen wearing another knee-length skirt in black. She matched the piece with a ribbed, grey blouse and a delicate necklace. Amanda reclined on the office table to take the photo, undoubtedly to show off her incredible black and gold pointed stilettos. In the caption she wrote: “Back in the

Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has shared that years of tending to flower beds have taken its toll as he addressed his health woes.The BBC favourite spoke candidly about his recent "struggles" while filming his new self-titled series, Monty Don's Adriatic Gardens.The 66-year-old chatted with Nihal Arthanayake on BBC Radio 5 Live today, where he addressed his new programme.The show sees the horticulturist explore the magnificent gardens located throughout Europe.The on-screen star was questioned about his appearance during the latest episode of his new show.Monty was seen getting into a Venetian boat which sparked concern for Nihal's co-host Hayley Campbell.She remarked: "Gardening in my experience, doesn't appear to be nice on the knees."And neither is getting in and out of boats. Do you have to psychologically prepare yourself?"Monty chuckled: "I tried to look dignified."I watched [Adriatic Gardens] for the first time because of lockdown and I had to voice the whole thing from this room."The BBC favourite admitted that viewers can see him "struggling" to get in and out of the boat.He added that gardening has not been too kind to his knees."There is one part when I get out of the boat and you can see me really struggling," he recalled."I remember my knees thinking, 'Oh dear.'"Strictly's Oti Mabuse breaks silence as she lands another TV role[LATEST]Janette Manrara taken aback by Kate Middleton comparison[ROYALS]'Lovely to see you grow' Ranvir Singh bids farewell to ITV colleague[TV]Monty added: "Gardening is not good for your knees.

Monty Don recently spoke up about the future of his shows.On last Thursday’s episode of BBC 2 Radio Breakfast, he spoke to Zoe Ball.Zoe asked the presenter if he had any plans to return to one of his other shows, which he has been absent from.Asking about Big Dreams, Small Spaces, she asked if there were any plans to record more episodes.The show features Monty travelling throughout the country, attempting to help people build the garden of their dreams.The last episode, after three seasons were filmed, was broadcast in 2017.Zoe was waiting for the star to reveal that a new series had been commissioned by the BBC.But Monty disappointingly said: "There are no plans, but I would love to."So if anyone from the BBC is listening to that, myself and the production team would love to do more Big Dreams, Small Spaces."We've been asking the BBC about it for a number of years so watch this space.“But as of yet, I am afraid not.”Elsewhere, Gardeners’ World experts have recently shared which vegetables are best to grow now in order for maximum results in time for late spring and summer.Apparently, there are three kinds of vegetables that can be sown this month, and they are chillies, aubergines, and basil.According to Gardeners’ World, many types of chilli are available in supermarkets, but gardeners will fare better in terms of choice if they grow the chillies themselves.Experts said they are best grown from seed and in containers.This means they should ideally be put on a patio or balcony.

WHEN she first laid eyes on comedian Les Dennis 40 years ago, Sherrie Hewson thought she'd found her future husband. It didn’t matter that they were both already married to other people, the Benidorm star, 71, was convinced that one day they would end up together.

Monty Don, 66, returned to our screens tonight for his new three-part series, Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens.The presenter then revealed that one of his personal items had survived the trip home, only to be immediately ruined after he stepped through the door. Tonight, Monty treated viewers to a host of breathtaking views as he explored stunning Venetian gardens and uncovered some of the floating city’s hidden jewels. The gardening journalist revealed in the opening to the programme that they would be able to peer into private gardens in Corfu, view a grand new park in Athens, and even get a peak at an Adriatic garden that Monty had been helping to create. On his sun-soaked travels, one item that seemed to stay with Monty wherever he went was his straw hat. However, the BBC star revealed via social media that the reliable piece of headwear had since been completely destroyed, sharing a picture of the rim ripped from the top of the hat. Tweeting out to his 245,700 followers he wrote: “Thanks to all for kind comments about prog 1 of Adriatic Gardens. “For the record, my hat, which I bought in South Africa some years ago, was destroyed by Nellie within 5 minutes of getting home from Venice!”Monty’s dog, Nellie the golden retriever, joined Gardeners' World in 2016 and lives alongside the gardener’s other dog, named Patti.Monty’s beloved golden retriever Nigel was also a familiar sight on viewers’ screens, but he sadly died back in 2020. Under the post, Monty’s viewers shared their appreciation for his new show, which appeared to be a welcome ray of sunlight on a cold January evening. Seninegirl commented: “It’s really cheered me up.

Death In Paradise returns tonight with Ralf Little as DCI Neville Parker and Josephine Jobert as DS Florence Cassell.The crime drama, which is set in the fictional town of Saint Marie and filmed on the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, has been eagerly anticipated.Ralf, who star's as the show lead, has addressed an issue behind the scenes when he was cheekily scolded.It comes after the 42-year-old made an effort to improvise during one scene.Recalling the moment in a new interview yesterday, Ralf attempted to persuade the show's producers to allow him to ad lib while shooting the series.His candid admission comes after the BBC favourite talked appearing as a guest on Death In Paradise almost a decade ago.The TV star opened up on the Chris Evans Virgin Radio Breakfast Show.The actor joined host Sam Pinkham and regulars Rachel Horne and Vassos Alexander."I was in series two of the show as a guest.

Gardeners' World star Monty Don revealed two very different photos, taken 18 years apart, of his stunning garden at home.The 66-year-old captioned his photo: "A look back...

Monty Don, 66, has been the lead presenter of BBC's Gardeners' World since 2003, making a large name for himself in the gardening community.The horticulturist opened up in a new interview about struggles he had with his family this Christmas due to a "brush with Covid".Monty left a smile on his Twitter followers' faces at Christmas this year, when he posted a picture of his Yorkshire Terrier surrounded by Christmas wrapping.However, the gardener admitted in an interview this morning with Zoe Ball on Radio 2 that his family Christmas did not go to plan.Zoe said to the gardener: "Happy new year Monty, how was the festive time for you and your family?"Monty replied: "Well, it was quiet."We, like I guess so many families, had our brush with Covid."Not directly but it meant all plans were rearranged at the very last minute and you know people couldn't go one way or another."But we had a very, very nice time."Monty has been very open on his Twitter about his Covid vaccination process, talking about getting his booster on December 21.In view of his 245,600 followers the star penned: "Got my booster jab this afternoon."Had to wait over 3 weeks for the appointment but it was done with speed, professionalism and great cheerfulness in the face of what must be overwhelming exhaustion and stress."I am extremely grateful.

Monty Don was horrified today when opportunists took advantage of fear over the pandemic to make an illicit profit.The 66-year-old, full name Montagu Denis Wyatt Don OBE, received a message telling him he'd come into contact with Covid - but it turned out to be a scam.Even worse, the communication came through the NHS app, making it seem more legitimate.Addressing his followers, he cautioned: "Received a seemingly Kosher message via NHS App saying I had been in contact with positive Covid and need specific PCR Omicron test, asking for details including credit card to pay 3.99 for processing."He continued: "This is a scam to get card details so ignore and delete if you get it."Followers responded by retweeting the warning and spreading the message across the social media platform.@titan641 encouraged: "Better still Monty, if you receive a text like this or anything similar, report it to the authorities so they can investigate."He posted a link to the ncsc.gov.uk website, which has advice on how to report spam communication.Meanwhile, Marlene Short had a few words of advice for those receiving the scam through a text message."Rather than deleting, report it by forwarding it to 7726 (SPAM)," she urged."You will get a text asking for the number you received the text from, no personal details, and will be helping to track and stop fraudsters."She added: "This works for texts attempting fraud [but] hopefully there is [also] a way to forward these notifications seemingly from an app."@EllenSkylark exclaimed: "So frightening to think they can contact you/try to scam you, via the NHS website."@pinkpinkpony replied: "I have heard a few people have had this."Just hard to understand what sort of person would stoop so low to profit