Samia Longchambon reveals her DIY haircut while in lockdown

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'.

Rose Ayling-Ellis attended the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2022 wrap party with the fellow cast members, including close pal Luba Mushtuk.

SORTEDFood supplied some of his top tips for a quick and easy pasta carbonara style dish. Using feedback from his community of over 2.5 million YouTube subscribers from around the world, his easy recipe that breaks a few of the traditional rules to create the Italian classic, but still delivers on flavour.Ben has come up with clever hacks that deliver a great tasting carbonara without having to worry about sourcing the traditional – and often expensive – ingredients.From toasting black peppercorns to cooking the pasta in a frying pan and using basic supermarket spaghetti, Ben’s recipe is guaranteed to impress.Check them out below…One of the most important things when cooking carbonara is choosing the right cut of pork to deliver the meaty undertones for the sauce.The traditional Italian recipe for carbonara recommends using guanciale – a fatty cut of pork that comes from the jowl (cheek/jaw) of the pig, usually only found in Italian delis in the UK.Ben opts for more basic smoked pancetta – easy to find in most local supermarkets, and at a fraction of the cost, but delivers a similar meaty flavour.Ben commented: “Black pepper is, arguably the second most important flavour for the dish.

Nick Holdsworth The 67-year-old woman stands alongside an open-backed truck in a city under martial law fearlessly berating the young paramilitary policemen sat impassively behind the wood and steel bars that hold them back – for now.She is somebody’s daughter, probably wife, mother, grandmother.“You’re protecting the dictator, General Min Aung Hlaing!” she shouts wagging her finger like a fierce school ma’am of old.The at times shaky mobile phone footage is among the viscerally powerful opening shots of Berlinale Panorama documentary “Myanmar Diaries.”“We cry for the girl that was shot in the head. They shot her on purpose….

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Georgia Tennant was in for a Valentine's Day surprise on Monday.MORE: David Tennant's wife Georgia inundated with messages after sharing happy family newsThe 37-year-old – who has been married to David Tennant since December 2011 – shared a photo of the most beautiful bouquet of flowers on Instagram and revealed they were not from her husband!WATCH: Georgia Tennant shares the funniest video of husband David!Georgia told fans that the beautiful floral arrangement was actually a gift from her eldest son, Ty. She explained in the caption: "I cannot recommend getting accidentally pregnant at 16 highly enough cos look what happens 20 years later! Thanks @ty_tennant_ #myvalentynes."READ: Georgia Tennant refers to husband David's 'other wife' in cheeky messageMORE: Georgia Tennant shares photo of daughter Olive – and she's so grown-upFans loved the very touching gesture from son to mother and flooded the comments section with love heart emojis and compliments.

Rumer Willis proudly posed in several lingerie sets on Valentine's Day and shared a love note to her body with her nearly one million Instagram fans.MORE: Rumer Willis' daring bath picture has fans saying the same thingDemi Moore's eldest daughter posted a number of pictures throughout Monday, showing her in black, purple and red lingerie sets, and spoke up about "accepting" her shadows before urging her followers to "love all of you".WATCH: Rumer Willis poses in provocative lingerie as she shares important body message"It is easy to love the parts of ourselves that we feel are likable or exciting, the ones we lead with in the world," she began her inspirational post.READ: Rumer Willis wows with gorgeous glam hair transformationRELATED: 15 intimate celebrity Valentine's Day photos that belong in a fairytale"This year I have been working on exploring the shadows and radically accepting them, as challenging as that may feel at times. Allowing myself to be seen, to be vulnerable.

Ryan Russell and longtime boyfriend Corey O’Brien are so in love and it looks like they had a great Valentine’s Day.

Former Coronation Street actress Michelle Keegan has shared a bikini selfie to reflect her lockdown mood - and followers agreed that she looked sensational.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has opened up about her life in lockdown, and revealed it has eased her anxiety.The 37 year old actress, who plays Maria Connor on the ITV soap, said she was “fine with the thought of staying home” and the time in lockdown has actually helped her anxiety, which she has “struggled with for a long time”. When asked by The Sun Online about how she is coping with the government’s plea to stay home, she said: “Actually, this period has been OK for me.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon shared a beautiful rare snap of her family during lockdown.The 37 year old actress snapped a gorgeous sunny picture of herself, husband Sylvian Longchambon, their son, Yves, four, and her daughter Freya, 10, whom she shares with her ex-husband Matthew Smith, in the garden.The foursome were enjoying a tasty picnic in the sun as they celebrated VE Day, feasting on typical British snacks such as Scotch eggs and pies.The Maria Connor actress captioned the beautiful picture: “#veday picnic..

CORRIE’S Samia Longchambon has revealed how the soap’s actresses have their own WhatsApp group — while the male cast members send each other naughty messages. Since telly bosses halted filming, the show’s stars have been using the messaging service to stay in touch, just like work colleagues in lockdown all over the country.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has shared her delight after treating herself to a pressie during lockdown.

Coronation Street 's Samia Longchambon celebrated "Throwback Thursday" on Instagram this week, travelling back to 2002.

Coronation Street 's Samia Longchambon has bravely shared her miscarriage story this week, five years after losing her baby.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has revealed that she suffered a miscarriage five years ago.

© Getty Samia Longchambon bravely opened up about her devastating miscarriage Coronation Street actress Samia Longchambon has opened up about her heartbreaking miscarriage for the first time.

Coronation Street favourite Samia Longchambon has opened up about her heartbreaking miscarriage for the first time.

Samia Longchambon has revealed she suffered a miscarriage before welcoming her first child with husband Sylvain.

Coronation Street actress Samia Longchambon has opened up about her heartbreaking miscarriage for the first time.The 37 year old actress, who plays Maria Connor on the ITV soap, has bravely spoken about the devastating ordeal, which took place before she fell pregnant with her four year old son Yves. Samia’s character Maria recently suffered a miscarriage earlier this year after she contracted measles from Daniel Osbourne’s unwell baby Bertie.