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Michael Van Gerwen branded Gary Anderson a ‘part timer’ after insisting he’s ‘one of the best in the world’GettyGary Anderson faces old foe Van Gerwen on Saturday
It’s been one of the great rivalries in the sport over the past decade including a fierce 2017 World Final won by the Dutchman.
MVG, 35, said: “Gary is always going to be a blockbuster. Whether you have a good or bad game, it’s always going to be a tense game.
“We don’t want to lose to each other. We know each other really well.
“I’m feeling comfortable. I feel good. I know I can hurt him on the right moments.
“We all know Gary Anderson, one of the best players I have ever saw in my life.
“But he is also a part-timer. So I need to make sure I’m going to do the right thing and bet on my own game.”
Van Gerwen also believes that his enjoyment for the game is key to his continued success.
He added: “I think Luke Humphries has had a fantastic 12/13 months so far.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on From Margot Robbie’s naked bum blunder to Scarlett Johansson’s ‘orgasm’ shock… stars’ most X-rated movie confessions
NICOLE KIDMAN has admitted that she had to pause filming during her latest sexy role due to too many ‘orgasms’.
Babygirl sees the Oscar-winning actress playing a high-powered married company boss who falls for a kinky young intern.
Nicole plays a married woman having a fling with a younger manThe star said she was overwhelmed by the intensity of the sex scenes
The erotic thriller has 57-year-old Nicole stripping naked and longing to be dominated in the bedroom by the near-stranger.
In the film, released here on January 10, new employee Samuel tells Nicole’s character, workaholic CEO Romy, the first rule is, “I tell you what to do and you do it”.
Those orders include Romy getting down on her hands and knees to lap milk from a saucer and stuffing Samuel’s tie in her mouth.
In a revealing new interview, Nicole says that performing the scenes with young British actor Harris Dickinson, who plays the intern, and Antonio Banderas as her husband, Jacob, was often too much to cope with.
She says: “There was an enormous amount of sharing and trust and then frustration.
“It’s like, ‘Don’t touch me’.
“There were times when we were shooting where I was like, ‘I don’t want to orgasm any more.
“Don’t come near me. I hate doing this. “I don’t care if I am never touched again in my life!
“I’m over it. It was so present all the time for me that it was almost like a burnout.”
But Nicole isn’t the only Hollywood A-lister who has shared their racy secrets after filming sexy scenes.
Scarlett Johansson
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But she later revealed the Joker star fled the film set after hearing her “bizarre” fake orgasm recording during a steamy phone sex session.
Scarlett admitted filming it was “gross” adding: “You definitely don’t want to hear what you sound like having an orgasm. You definitely don’t want to hear what you sound like having a fake orgasm — ew.”
Jane Fonda
AlamyBarbarella made Jane a sex symbol[/caption]
SkyShe has spoken about the effect the film has on young men[/caption]
As futuristic babe Barbarella, Jane became the sixties sex symbol to trump all others.
She revealed she had to get drunk before shooting one nude scene which was “difficult for me psychologically,” before having to reshoot the whole thing “with a hangover,” the following day.
But she says she was proud of the role – because of its effects on teenage boys,
“All these young men later kept telling me it was the first erection they had, watching Barbarella,” she says. “And I thought, I’ll take that. That’s a good thing to be responsible for.”
Margot Robbie
AlamyThe Wolf of Wall Street contained many sex scenes[/caption]
Supplied by LMKMargot had an embarrassing moment with Leo[/caption]
The steamy Wolf of Wall Street sex scene was actually Aussie actress Margot’s first one – but she didn’t hold back.
Margot’s character Naomi, who uses her sexuality to exert control over her husband, is seen trying to seduce him in one very provocative scene that takes place in their baby’s nursery and sees her touching herself and calling him “Daddy”. But Margot has now revealed how awkward she found the scene.
She explained to the magazine: “It doesn’t come across when you’re watching the movie, but in reality we’re in a tiny bedroom with 30 crew crammed in. All men.
“For 17 hours I’m pretending to be touching myself. It’s just a very weird thing and you have to bury the embarrassment and the absurdity, really deep, and fully commit.”
But there were lighter moments during the raunchy scene with co-star Leonardo di Caprio.
“I don’t know if he wants me telling this story, but we’d just finished this scene, and Leo always carries an e-cigarette with him, like all the time,” Robbie explained. “So he hid it under a pillow while we were shooting.
“Afterwards … he’s like, ‘Where is it? Where did I put it? I had it right here’. I was looking around with him – both still sitting in this bed – and then I went, ‘Oh, um, it’s literally, like, in my butt crack. I’m sitting on it. I am so sorry.’
Ryan Reynolds
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Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds accidentally fondled Olivia Wilde’s naked breasts in the Change Up sex scene – much to his horror.
He recalled: “So, in the scene, she’s sitting there and I take her top off and the bra off, and she has those pasties on, but she’s drawn these adorable little smiley faces on them And I forget every line in the scene — not just from this movie but from every other movie I’ve done.
“At some point in the scene she takes my hands and puts them on her breasts. So, they’re there. Palms (are) a little sweaty. I don’t know what’s happening. … And I’m trying not to look at her like a 14-year-old boy that just won the lady lottery.
“I take my hands away and I look down at my hands and there’s two frickin’ smiley faces on them and I have no idea what to do. The scene is over now. … And I reflexively, like an idiot, just put my hands right back on her breasts.
“And I think I’m doing it to cover them up, but I’m realising now that it’s a very fine line between chivalry and, you know, workplace sexual assault.”
Michael Vartan
AlamyMichael Vartan had a crush on Drew Barrymore[/caption]
In Never been Kissed, Michael Vartan knew he would have trouble controlling his long-standing crush on co-star Drew Barrymore.
He later confessed to Drew at a show reunion: as he confessed at a reunion with Drew: “So, I get up to the mound, we embrace and we start kissing, and you really kissed me. I mean, you really kissed me.
“I was not ready for it in the least, and I’m a man, I was a very young man back then, and I had uh, feelings.”
And those “feelings” happened down below.
He added: “The feelings were, they just happened, and I very quickly realised I was in a very bad spot because I was wearing very loose sort of like slacks and I thought, ‘This is going to be a disaster when they cut, I must preemptively end this.
“So what I did, in a panic, I just yelled cut, and bent over and said, ‘Oh guys, sorry, my back, I put my back out playing ball.’
“Anyway, I went off into my corner and finally I was able to compose myself, and luckily the subsequent scenes went on without a hitch.”
Henry Cavill
.Henry Cavill admitted to getting hot and bothered during Tudors scenes[/caption]
The star apologised profusely afterwards
Even Superman can’t control some things.
Actor Henry Cavill admitted that he got an erection when filming period drama The Tudors.
He explained: “It’s only happened to me once, and it was very embarrassing. A girl had to be on top of me, she had spectacular breasts, and I hadn’t rearranged my — stuff into a harmless position. She’s basically rubbing herself all over me and, um, it got a bit hard.”
But ever the gent, Henry made sure to be full of apologies afterwards.
He added: “I had to apologise profusely afterwards. It’s not great when you’re in a professional acting environment, and somebody gets a boner, is it? No, not acceptable.”
Stacy Martin
Stacy revealed she had a ‘porn double’ in the controversial movie
The controversial 2013 movie Nymphomaniac, directed by Lars Von Triers, told the life story of a sex addict called Joe, played by Charlotte Gainsbourg with Stacy Martin playing the younger version.
The French actress revealed her sex scenes with Shia LeBeouf were frightening but she was thrilled to meet her ‘porn double’.
“What scared me wasn’t the nakedness but it was interacting naked. Shia was very professional but we didn’t actually do anything sexual,” she says.
“That was left to the porn doubles. It’s a totally different industry. The porn stars finish the job off for you. I never thought I’d meet my porn double.”
Hugh Grant
Handout - GettyHugh revealed he loved a sex scene[/caption]
As King of the RomComs, Hugh has had more than his fair share of sex scenes in movies like Four Weddings and a Funeral and Notting Hill.
But far from finding filming the steamy scripts embarrassing, dad-of-five Hugh admitted he finds them quite the turn-on.
In a 2016 interview he said: “Sex scenes are something else. The conventional response to sex scenes is that they’re horrible and not sexy and it’s all so unnatural but I’ve always found filming sex scenes to be quite a turn-on.”
Hugh added: “I like the experience of being in a sexual position when you’re not supposed to be in one.”
While back in 2003 he previously shared how he “gets aroused” shooting the more racy scenes.
I’ve always enjoyed sex scenes, though you’re not really supposed to,” he told The Sydney Morning Herald. Hugh went on: “The classic answer is, ‘Oh, it’s not sexy at all because there are so many technicians standing around.’ But I’ve always found them extremely arousing.”
Margo Stilley
Margo and Keiran has real sex in 9 Songs
The actress is best known for the movies How to Lose Friends and Alienate People and The Host, but it is her first big screen role that proved the most controversial.
In 9 Songs – the 2004 love story about a scientist’s steamy affair with his English student – she and co-star Kieran O’Brien had real sex on camera.
She later revealed people shouted abuse at her in the street, calling her a “wh*re and a sl*t’ but said she was shocked by the anger her on-screen sex had caused.
“I mean, please,” she continues. “I didn’t invent sex! There’s a huge sex industry out there that’s worth billions.
“People ask me if I felt that (director) Michael Winterbottom took advantage of me because I hadn’t acted before, but they forget that I developed the character.
“It was a film about love and sex. It wasn’t porn. I mean, I had sex with my boyfriend last night and that wasn’t porn. It was just hot sex! 9 Songs was a real film about love and sex, and I wanted to do that film and I am proud of it.”
Joe Jonas
Victoria's Secret/Ruckas PictureJoe was surrounded by stunning models for the shoot[/caption]
Republic Records/Ruckas PicturesBut it was a lift scene with Charlotte McKinney that got steamy[/caption]
Filming a particularly racy music video made more than Joe Jonas’s heart rate rise
He admitted in a Q&A that the Body Moves video – which he filmed with a host of scantily-clad models – got him all worked up.
He confessed: “There was definitely some half-chubbing going on during the video.
“I wouldn’t say a full blown boner, but I would say a halfie.
“I mean, it’s kind of hard not to in that situation, especially when you’re trying to be intimate, and also they put us in an elevator, me and Charlotte McKinney, who I’m sure Reddit is very familiar with.
“They put her in an elevator with me, and then they had kind of a hidden camera filming this whole time, and I had a great time doing the video.”
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Gardening expert shares the exact time you need to stop mowing your lawn to protect it over winter
AFTER mowing your grass religiously for weeks during the summer, there comes a time when you stop for winter.
Grass cutting is an essential task during the spring and summer months, when the warmer temperatures cause the grass to grow thick and long.
Lawns do not need to be mowed during the winter
However, you should stop cutting the grass over winter, when it grows less, as overcutting can prevent it from growing back.
And there’s a simple trick you can do to find out when is the time, according to gardening professionals at Yell.
The experts said: “The shorter days throughout winter mean fewer hours when your lawn is exposed to the sun and photosynthesising.
“This is essential for strong and healthy grass, ensuring a green and luscious lawn throughout the year.
“If you overcut your grass, this will reduce the service area of each blade of grass, reducing its ability to grow and nourish itself.”
The experts advised playing close attention to the local weather forecast.
They said: “The final mow should align with the grass, stopping its growth, typically between October and November, as temperatures drop.
“However, with the fluctuating seasons and warmer winter sun now common in the UK, this can sometimes extend growth into December.”
The experts advised looking at the long-range weather forecast for your area, and if you spot a significant drop in temperatures, make sure to do the final cut before the cold spell.
In the south of England this is likely to happen later than in the north, when temperatures are usually slightly colder.
And if the temperatures stay high well into December, the experts urged Brits to follow a simple rule.
The Yell team said, “If your grass continues growing during winter, cut it once it exceeds three inches in height.”
They continued: “When mowing, avoid removing more than one-third of the grass height at a time to maintain healthy growth.”
When doing the final mow, gardeners are urged to remove all lawn clippings from the grass because it could damage your lawn.
Layers of grass clippings can block light from reaching the grass underneath, which can lead to dead patches of lawn, that don’t get the nutrients needed.
Wet clippings can also create a breeding ground for mould and lawn diseases.
Gardeners should also make sure to reseed bare patches of grass in the autumn, and should apply lime to the grass to help regulate it’s PH.
October gardening jobs
The Sun’s Gardening Editor, Veronica Lorraine, has shared the jobs you need to tackle in October.
“It’s a good time to trim deciduous hedges – like box, yew, hawthorn, hornbean and beech – plus hedge trimmers are a great upper body workout!
Make leafmould – gather up all the fallen leaves and fill either bin bags or plastic carrier bags. Seal the top, stick a few small holes in the bag – and then store for a year or more. Free compost!
It’s unlikely you’ll get any more red tomatoes so have one final harvest and chuck the plants on the compost. See if you can get the green ones to ripen by putting in a drawer (some say with a banana). Also keep the seeds from a couple – and plant again next year if they went well.
Finish getting in your spring bulbs. Ideally you’d have done daffs and alliums, but tulips are better in the ground when the soil temperature gets a bit colder.
It’s good to leave some plant litter in the ground – it adds to the nutrients as it rots down, and provides shelter and food for insects. But remove the manky brown bits collapsing all over the lawn/winter structure.
Mulch – it not only suppresses weeds, but keeps the soil warm, improves water retention and adds a little winter duvet to your outside space.
October’s a good month for carrots, peas, asparagus, broad beans, and rhubarb.”
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on ‘Never stop selling these’ shoppers scream about new £3.50 Primark buys that are perfect for soothing chapped lips
BEAUTY buffs are racing to Primark for new buys that’ll soothe chapped lips all winter.
Winter air’s low humidity causes moisture loss from your skin (including your lips) leading to dryness, cracking and chapping.
Instagram/@primark.beautyThese new Primark buys have taken social media by storm[/caption]
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Instagram/@primark.beautyEach of them will set you back just £3.50[/caption]
And while indoor heating keeps you warm, it also reduces humidity in the air, contributing further to chapped lips.
Primark’s two new products to combat this cosy season bugbear both cost £3.50.
Firstly, there’s the PS… Pro Peptide Lip Treatment.
This gel, which comes in a squeezy tube, contains shea butter and a peptide complex to hydrate, plump and soften.
The second product is the PS… Pro Intense Lip Mask.
This thick paste is enriched with Vitamin E and jojoba oil for firming and smoothing benefits.
Primark’s social media team took to Instagram to promote the new buys.
“Hydration is everything,” they penned.
Eagle eyed shoppers who have already managed to get their hands on the product flooded the comments section with their reviews.
“The lip mask is very good,” one penned.
“Please NEVER stop selling these,” a second quipped.
“I absolutely love them, I need a restock ASAP.”
A third beauty buff weighed in that both products are “perfect for winter”.
Cold winds in the winter months can strip the natural oils from your lips, leaving them vulnerable to cracking and drying out faster.
Best beauty dupes
Fabulous' Beauty Editor, Tara Ledden revealed the cheaper version of your favourite beauty products that you should have in your cupboard.
“A huge 55% of us would like to spend less on our beauty routines according to new research from E.l.f. Cosmetics, so it’s no wonder there’s millions of #dupe videos on Tiktok.
“While some dupes are easy to spot given their look-a-like packing, they’re often lacking when it comes to the contents.
“In fact, some of the best dupes look nothing like the luxury product they’re a dead-ringer for – and, trust me, they’re the ones you want.”
REAL: Milk Make-up Hydro-Grip Primer, £35 DUPE:E.l.f. Power Grip Primer, £10. These two share a similar green hue, as well as the same long-wearing, mattifying properties – although, E.l.f’s is so popular it’s just as hard to get hold of.
REAL:Glossier Boy Brow, £20 DUPE:Essence Make Me Brow Gel, £2.50. There’s a whole Reddit thread dedicated to this dupe, so you know it’s got to be good. They both have a waxy consistency and added fibres to make brows look fuller. I have to say, the shade range is far better with Boy Brow, but if you’re brunette, there’s plenty of Essence shade options to try.
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This can lead to frequent licking, which then leads to more dryness – it’s a vicious cycle.
People often lick their lips when they feel dry, but saliva evaporates quickly, which can actually make lips drier.
The enzymes in saliva can also irritate the skin, worsening chapped lips.
Lips don’t have oil glands, unlike the rest of your skin, so they can’t produce moisture on their own.
Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has teased a potential Prem return
The Portuguese boss produced a vintage Mourinho performance after he was shown a red card for his touchline outburst, before delivering a classic hostile interview.
Mourinho, 61, said: “Best thing I can do is to go to a team who does not play in Uefa competition.
“So a club at the bottom in England who needs a coach in two years, I am ready to go. I don’t want to speak any more about it.”
Mourinho also sarcastically called referee Clement Turpin “one of the best in the world” after he was sent-off in Thursday’s match.
The Fenerbahce manager was raging after Manuel Ugarte appeared to bring down Bright Osayi-Samuel in the box around the hour mark.
But he lost his temper when neither the referee nor VAR gave the penalty.
And TNT Sports host Jules Breach revealed he launched a foul-mouthed tirade in the tunnel “that she couldn’t repeat”.
After the game, the Portuguese boss gave a very tongue-in-cheek explanation for his anger.
Mourinho was forced to watch the rest of the game from the stands
He told TNT Sports: “I congratulate the referee. He told me something incredible.
“He said at the same time he could see the action in the box and my behaviour on the touchline.
“His peripheral vision during the game, at 100 miles per hour, he had one eye on the penalty situation and one eye on the bench and on my behaviour so that’s the explanation given.
“That’s why he is one of the best referees in the world!”
Mourinho was sent off FIVE times during his two-year spell at Serie A side Roma before he was sacked in the summer and joined Fenerbahce.
Meanwhile Man United took the lead in the match through Christian Eriksen after a sleek move in the 15th minute.
However, Mourinho’s side equalised early in the second half through former Sevilla star Youssef En-Nesyri.
Mourinho even teased a potential return to the Prem before the game in Istanbul.
The former United boss refused to bash Erik ten Hag‘s tumultuous campaign, instead saying: “Sooner or later they will succeed.”
The ex-Chelsea and Spurs gaffer added: “Hopefully sooner and hopefully before I go back to the Premier League and they become my opponents.
The Special One has a two-year contract at Fenerbahce that runs until the summer of 2026.
He won three Prem titles across two separate spells at Chelsea, while he later had stints in charge of United and Tottenham.
Man Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker
MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.
Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.
Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.
But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.
Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.
His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.
Diogo Dalot – 5
Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.
Matthijs de Ligt – 6
Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.
Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.
Victor Lindelof – 4
Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.
Hauled off in the 54th minute.
Lisandro Martinez – 5
Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.
Christian Eriksen – 7
Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.
Manuel Ugarte – 6
Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.
Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.
Noussair Mazraoui – 6
Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.
Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.
Marcus Rashford – 5
Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.
Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.
Alejandro Garnacho – 6
Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.
Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.
Joshua Zirkzee – 5
A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.
Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Former Man Utd wonderkid and Premier League title winner spotted in Wrexham training and set to sign on free transfer
AN ex-Manchester United star and Premier League winner is set to join Wrexham, according to reports.
Matty James is currently without a club after his deal with Bristol City expired at the end of last season.
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Matty James is set to sign a short-term deal at the clubAFP
But he has been spotted training with Wrexham ahead of signing a short-term contract until January.
The 33-year-old midfielder came through the ranks at Man Utd but never made a senior appearance for them.
He was instead loaned out to Preston twice before he was signed by Leicester in a double deal with Ritchie De Laet.
James went on to play 117 times for the Foxes in nine years at the club.
He played a huge role in the club’s promotion and then survival in the Premier League back in 2014.
The former England Under-20s star was in the squad as Leicester famously clinched the title, but he did not play a minute that season due to a ligament injury.
He has since had spells at Barnsley, Coventry and Bristol City.
After just seven wins in 18 games, however, Mancini has been given his marching orders.
Based on his annual salary, the former Manchester City boss is still in line to be paid more than £60m before what would have been the conclusion of his deal in 2027.
This is working on the basis the remainder of his contract will be paid in full.
He had been the highest-paid manager in the world in the position, reportedly pocketing £21.5m a year as Saudi boss.
This equates to £1.79m per month, £413,000 per week, £59,000 per day and £41 per minute.
Mancini has left Saudi Arabia third in their World Cup qualifying group.
He was seen arguing with fans following their recent 0-0 bore-draw with Bahrain.
In addition to frustration among supporters, Mancini is also claimed to have fallen out with members of his playing squad by reports in Italy.
Following the Bahrain match, the Euro 2020 winner brutally slammed his squad.
He said: “Sometimes I think the players have to take the responsibility.
“In my life, when I was a player, I took the responsibility because it’s easy to say it’s the coach’s fault. It’s too easy.
“But many times it’s not like this. Because when the coach teaches the team everything and they have improved as a team, after, some players have to put on the pitch some quality.
“If they don’t have it, it’s clear that it’s difficult.”
Mancini has enjoyed a decorated career in management.
He is best known in England for winning the Premier League with Man City in 2012, while he also masterminded Italy’s Euro 2020 final victory over the Three Lions three years ago.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on The £1 buy home experts are urging people to buy NOW to prevent mould and condensation
THE COLD weather is set to stay and that’s never good news for homes.
Not only does it mean we need to keep the house warm, but it also means mould and condensation can pop up all over the home.
GettyThe expert had one top tip to keep condensation at bay this winter[/caption]
While condensation may not seem harmful – it can soon turn dangerous once it forms into mould.
And while removing mould can feel like a never-ending task and while you may not want to deal with it, it shouldn’t be ignored.
The NHS states if you have damp and mould in your home you’re more likely to have respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma.
Damp and mould can also affect the immune system.
Mould grows by producing tiny particles called spores – these are airborne and can spread quickly in your home.
With that said, house experts at Posh have urged people to put a £1 buy near your windows to prevent it from happening.
The experts say to put a bowl of salt in the window to reduce condensation, keeping your home drier and less prone to mould.
Condensation forms when warm, moist air comes in contact with a cold surface, such as a window, which can lead to water droplets.
Salt, however, can stop this process because it is a natural desiccant and can draw moisture from the air.
This means it diminishing condensation and dampness and locks excess water into the salt.
With less moisture in the air, there’s a lower chance of condensation when it meets the cold window glass.
Posh.co.uk’s home and garden specialist, Andy Ellis, warns: “A constant build up of condensation in the home isn’t great and in some cases, it can cause mould growth which can be dangerous for your family.”
Andy added: “Salt has the ability to naturally absorb moisture from the air and essentially dries it out so that when it does come in contact with the glass, there are less droplets of condensation that will form.”
He elaborated: “It’s a really easy trick that requires no effort at all. Simply fill a shallow bowl or a small jar with some salt – this can be table salt or rock salt.”
Cheap condensation hacks
1. Use Salt or Cat Litter
– Place bowls of salt or silica-based cat litter in areas prone to dampness. These materials are excellent at absorbing moisture from the air.
2. DIY Dehumidifier
– Create a simple dehumidifier using a plastic container with a lid. Punch holes in the lid, fill the container with silica gel or activated charcoal, and place it in humid areas.
3. Ventilate When Cooking and Showering
– Open windows or use extractor fans when cooking or showering to let moisture escape. Even a small gap can make a significant difference.
4. Wipe Down Windows
– Regularly wipe down windows and other cold surfaces with a dry cloth to remove condensation. This prevents moisture from accumulating and causing mould.
5. Use Houseplants
– Certain houseplants, like peace lilies and spider plants, can help absorb moisture from the air. They also improve indoor air quality.
6. Keep Lids on Pots
– When cooking, keep lids on pots and pans to reduce the amount of steam released into the air.
7. Dry Clothes Outside
– Whenever possible, dry clothes outside or in a well-ventilated area instead of using indoor drying racks.
8. Open Curtains and Blinds
– During the day, open curtains and blinds to allow sunlight to warm up windows and reduce condensation. Sunlight also helps to reduce mould growth.
9. Use Towels Wisely
– Keep towels and other fabrics away from walls and windows to prevent them from absorbing moisture and becoming damp.
10. Seal Cracks and Gaps
– Use inexpensive weatherstripping or caulk to seal any cracks or gaps around windows and doors. This helps to keep cold air out and warm air in, reducing condensation.
“The amount you use will vary depending on the size of the window you’re placing it next to.
“Of course, generally speaking, the larger the window the more salt you’ll need, though usually one small bowl should be fine.”
You can buy salt for as little as 70p from Tesco to place around the home.
You’ll know when to replace it as the salt will start to look damp once it’s collected all of the water it can.
2 weeks agoNewsComments Off on Nicole Scherzinger pays touching tribute to ‘my friend’ Liam Payne who she put in One Direction on X Factor 15 years ago
NICOLE Scherzinger has paid an emotional tribute to Liam Payne, who she put in One Direction on the X Factor 15 years ago.
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“I will forever cherish and treasure the time we shared together, from fifteen years ago when One Direction was born, right up until just a few weeks ago.
“It was such a blessing to get to work with you recently. We shared the same love and passion for music and I will forever remember the meaningful and joyful conversations we had.
“It’s been so hard to process that you’re no longer here, but I am grateful to have known your kind heart, sweet soul and character.
“You brought so much joy, light, and laughter to the lives of those that truly knew you. I will “miss you” my friend and carry you in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.”
Previously unseen footage from the X Factor, where One Direction was born, revealed Nicole was the judge who had the idea to put Liam, Zayn Malik, Harry Styles, Niall Horan and Louis Tomlinson together to form a band.
In the clip shared to YouTube, the Pussycat Dolls icon urged fellow judge Simon Cowell to put photos of the teens together “as an imaginary boy group”.
She said: “They’re just too talented to get rid of.
“And they’ve got just the right look and the right charisma on stage. I think they’ll be really great in a boy band together.”
It was decided the young lads would all go through to the next round together as a group.
“They’re like little stars,” Nicole said.
“So you can’t get rid of little stars. You put them all together.”
Speaking of Liam, the judge added: “This one. Right here.
“If he’s the standout, then he could be the leader.”
It has been revealed Nicole was still in touch with Liam until the day he died.
Andrew Lloyd Webber shared how Nicole was still texting the star.
Andrew, who composed the music for the Broadway musical Sunset Blvd., which stars Nicole, told Billboard: “I suppose something that hasn’t been said, and I suppose I could say, is that of course she mentored Liam, from One Direction.
“On the Wednesday when he died, she was still texting him that day.”
Nicole still performed her role as Norma Desmond in the Broadway production after the tragedy.
The petition calls on the entertainment industry to provide more support for its stars, including adequate rest periods and regular mental health check-ups.
It adds: “The increasing rate of musicians who die before age 35, is concerning.
“We need to act now!”
Liam was often candid about the dark side of fame, revealing how constant media attention and pressure from being in the spotlight took a significant toll on his mental health.
As One Direction skyrocketed to fame, the group members were often confined to hotel rooms, where mini-bars were their only outlet.
“The best way to secure us was to lock us in our rooms, and what is in the room? A mini-bar,” the ex-1D band member said previously.
“So I had a party-for-one that seemed to carry on for many years of my life.”
Liam was brutally honest about his health and sobriety issues in recent years.
Argentine investigators suspect the drugs found in the tragic One Direction star’s Buenos Aires hotel room were sourced in a poverty-stricken neighbourhood 15 miles away.
An address in the city of Lomas de Zamora is said to match up with a man suspected of being involved in supplying the substance, sources say.
Police are now investigating two hotel staff in connection with the deals including a cleaner at the CasaSur boutique hotel.
It is believed they hid the drugs in a Dove Soap box which can be seen in pictures inside Liam’s room.
A pal of Liam’s last night told The Sun the star had been given the all-clear on a drugs test just days before his death.
The pop star had “tried really hard to get clean”, the pal claimed before being “preyed upon” by the hotel workers.
They said dad-of-one Liam had entered Argentina on September 30 with the aim of renewing his American visa.
Tributes to Liam Payne
SHOCKED fans, former co-workers, loved ones and friends flooded social media with sad tributes to Liam Payne after news of his death emerged.
Harry Styles’ mum Anne was among the first from One Direction’s camp to share her reaction, posting a photo of Liam and writing ‘Just a boy…’ alongside a broken heart emoji.
Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden shared an image of the pair together with the words: “Such an awful tragedy.
“Sending love to his family and all those who loved him.”
X Factor star Olly Murs told fans he was “devastated” and “lost for words”.
He wrote on social media: “Liam shared the same passions as me, the same dreams so to see his life now end so young hits hard, I’m truly gutted and devastated for his Family and of course his son Bear losing a dad x”.
Liam Gallaghersaid he was “very sad” and told his followers on X: “Life is precious Kids, you only get to do it once, go easy.”
He said: “I remember him as a 14 year old turning up to audition on The X Factor, and blowing us away singing Sinatra. He just loved to sing.
“He was always a joy, had time for everyone, polite, grateful, and was always humble.”
BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball reacted to the “devastating news” on her show and told fans she hugged her own son Woody tight this morning.
JLS band member Marvin Humes reflected on his memories with the singer, sharing: “I first met Liam in 2008 with the JLS boys whilst auditioning for X Factor..he was 14 years old..
“We instantly clicked and looked at him as a little brother..that year it worked out for us but not for him and then 2 years later he went back to audition and One Direction was born..the rest is history..
“Absolutely heartbroken by the tragic news..Liam you wanted to be a global superstar and you did it bro..just can’t believe that things have ended this way..it’s shocking..my thoughts and prayers are with all your family and friends brother..RIP.”
Niall Horan’s brother Greg shared an emotional tribute to Liam, praising him as a “top young man”.
He added: “You will be forever missed. Liam, words can’t describe how much I want to grab my brother and mind him now while the world shows their memories of you and him and the boys.
“My heart goes out to your family parents and sisters and your son Bear and your 1D brothers.
“10th October we met and we started out that evening as 5 families into one big one 1D family thank you for all the laughs bro watch down on all your family and mind them lots of love kiddo x x x 1D 4 LIFE x x x”
German DJ Anton Zaslavski, otherwise known as Zedd, has taken to X with a devastated statement.
The producer, who worked with Liam on his 2017 hit Get Low, wrote: “RIP Liam… I can’t believe this is real…absolutely heartbreaking…”
American singer,Charlie Puth, who was friends with Liam and also collaborated with him on a song called Bedroom Floor, has posted a series of Instagram stories dedicated to him.
Alongside photos of the two of them together in their younger days, Charlie wrote: “I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me.
“He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone…
“I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace. I am so sorry…”
Irish singer duo Jedwardalso took to social media, saying: “RIP Liam Payne. Condolences to friends and family.”
In another tweet, they added: “Sending strength to Cheryl and his son Bear. And all the One direction Family. RIP Liam Payne.”
American media personality Paris Hilton shared: “So upsetting to hear the news of Liam Payne passing. Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. RIP my friend.”
ITV weather presenter Alex Beresford shared a news video about Liam’s tragic death on Instagram, adding: “Can’t believe this! RIP Liam.”
Meanwhile Love Island star Molly Marsh penned: “I’m so taken aback, rest in peace.”
James Cordon also paid his own tribute, describing the star as a “loving and kind soul”.
The Gavin and Stacey actor wrote on Instagram: “Talking about Liam in the past tense is utterly heart-breaking.
“I will treasure the moments I got to spend with him. My thoughts are with his family today x.”
Payne previously appeared on Cordon’s The Late Late Show in America.
Former Little Mix star Jade Thirwall – who won X Factor with her bandmates one year after One Direction took part – described him as “the first friend I made in this industry”.
She said: “We fell out of touch as the years went by, but back in 2008 he was the first friend I made in this industry.
“Both of us so young, so ambitious, both hoping we’d ‘make it’. I hope you are at peace now”.
Camila Cabello described his death as a “tragedy” and said he “made an impression” on her when she was a young girl.
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