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- Amazon shoppers race to buy £33 fitness smartwatch that’s ‘worth every penny’ appearing in basket for £24on March 28, 2024 at 5:00 am
I’ve spotted a great budget-friendly smartwatch deal on Amazon that will have you all set for summer. Shoppers are rushing to grab the Motast Fitness Smartwatch, currently available for just £23.59. AmazonThis budget-friendly smartwatch is perfect for helping you achieve your fitness goals[/caption] Motast Fitness Smartwatch, £32.99 £23.59 BUY FROM AMAZON I stumbled upon this gem while perusing Amazon’s lineup of top-selling smartwatches, and it’s gaining ground with shoppers. It has risen up the ranks to the Number 4 spot on the best-sellers list, and with this price tag, it’s no wonder why. Of course, keep in mind, this isn’t going to compete with your high-end smartwatches, but it’s a steal for the price. That being said, what you get for under £30 is pretty impressive in its own right, especially for a budget gadget. It boasts a 1.69-inch TFT screen with customizable wallpapers and notifications for calls and messages from your major apps, like WhatsApp, Facebook, and even Instagram. But with summer approaching and as we gear up to shed those winter pounds, it’s the health and fitness features that caught my eye. It’ll keep tabs on your steps, calories burned, and distance travelled, while also keeping an eye on your heart rate, blood pressure, and even oxygen levels. And with 24 activity modes, including swimming, you can trust that your workouts are being tracked accurately. Now, we haven’t got our hands on this ourselves, but it has earned a commendable 4-out-of-5 star rating on Amazon, with users praising how easy it is to use, its value for money, and how good it looks. One applauded it as “worth every penny”, adding: “Absolutely brilliant, fully charge in a few hours, last 7-8 days on one charge, dead easy to sync to the app. You can even put your own dial features from your photo album.” Another wrote: “I’ve been wearing this watch for a few weeks now and think it’s great. I only wanted a cheap basic watch, just to tell the time really. All other functions are a bonus for me.” The same user added: “I compared the heart rate and blood pressure function at work (I work in a hospital) and the results were pretty similar, although not 100% accurate it gives a pretty close indication.” Last week’s Amazon spring sale had some impressive deals, including a £100 mini projector slashed to £53 and lauded for its outstanding performance. Although its price has gone up since the sale ended this week, it’s still available at a decent cost. I also came across a 14-inch Chromebook slashed from £250 to £150 in the sale, and you can snag it for even less at the moment, so it’s worth a look. Motast Fitness Smartwatch, £32.99 £23.59 BUY FROM AMAZON We’re always looking out for the best deals for those shopping tech in 2024, with our top finds listed on our tech deals hub. Discover more top deals and savings at your favourite tech retailers by heading to Sun Vouchers. Sun Vouchers is the one-stop shop where you can find hundreds of discount codes for top chains including Currys, Argos, AliExpress, Dyson and more.
- Classic car drivers in luck as massive ‘loophole’ means they can escape £12.50 daily chargeon March 28, 2024 at 2:00 am
BRITS who’ve become tired of being forced to pay a pesky £12.50 per day ULEZ fee have found a sneaky loophole that allows them to dodge the charge. The loophole forces Brits to splash on a particular type of car, but it could work out cheaper in the long run. GettyDrivers can avoid paying the ULEZ fees by driving a car that’s at least 40 years old[/caption] The nifty trick was revealed by Heritage Classic Car Insurance, who noticed an increase in motorists buying old cars. The reason is because of the laws surrounding the ULEZ fees, which are void when driving a motor that’s over forty years old – prompting Brits to cop classic cars, reports the Express. Current laws see owners of petrol cars made before 2005, and diesels made before 2015 pay £12.50 a day to cruise around the capital – the last things they need during a cost of living crisis. One Heritage Insurance customer – Mr Williams – told the outlet that whipping around in a 1960s Morris Minor instead of a modern four-wheeled family motor allows him to avoid pesky ULEZ fees. What are the ULEZ rules? Only modern, efficient cars are allowed to drive in ULEZ areas without incurring a £12.50 charge. Motorists must pay if using older vehicles including cars, motorcycles, vans and specialist vehicles and minibuses up to a certain weight. London’s mayor Sadiq Khan say the measures are necessary to help cut pollution levels in the capital, by deterring people from using older cars more likely to be damaging to the environment. Vehicles must meet Euro emissions standards to avoid a fee. These set limits on eco-unfriendly nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from engines. Petrol vehicles must meet Euro 4 emission standards introduced in 2006 while diesels will have to abide more more stringent Euro 6 standards which came into force later, in 2015. Motorcycles have to meet Euro 3 emissions standards from 2007. Vehicles registered before each of these years may not be compliant. Vehicles which are more than 40 years old can be added to the historic vehicle tax class, making them exampt from vehicle tax or ULEZ charges. All vehicles made before January 1 1973 are exempt. All fully electric vehicles will also not be charged and most hybrids aren’t, though owners of some older models such as the original Toyota Prius will have to pay. He said: “I wanted to visit two friends last month, they live on the border of Essex, London. “To go there in my 10-year-old car would have incurred charges, though it produced so little pollution – the annual road tax is just £20.” So instead he jumped in a 1968 Morris Minor van and saved a bucket-load for his trouble. As far as the Government’s guidance says, any motor that’s reached the ripe old age of 40 is classed as a “historic motor”, which means they do not have to pay ULEZ fees or road tax. As well as that, they also don’t have to get an annual MOT, instead they just have to ensure that the historic car is in a roadworthy state. Managing director of Heritage Car Insurance, Mark Wilkinson, said that classic cars – as opposed to modern motors – usually hold their value or increase. He explained that the classic car market is “undergoing a transformation” while ULEZ measures “pose a significant financial hurdle” for non-compliant motors. He said: “In light of these developments, car enthusiasts should perhaps consider investing in older classic cars that meet emissions standards and qualify for historic car status. These vehicles not only offer the enjoyment of classic motoring but also the potential for appreciation in value.” ULEZ FINES This fuming motorist complained about being slapped with a £90 ULEZ fine despite her car being compliant – and has warned others to avoid being caught out. Johanna Noble, Money Editor at The Times, thought she would be exempt from the new ULEZ charges London‘s mayor Sadiq Khan has imposed across the capital. Elsewhere, thousands of drivers were able to avoid receiving ULEZ fines last year because their details couldn’t be found in the database. Transport for London have revealed that more than 400,000 motorists swerved the much-hated ultra-low emission zone penalties because they simply couldn’t find their details. GettyCustomer Mr Williams said he opted to cruise in a 1960s Morris Minor to avoid the fees[/caption]
- Major car brand rolls out its last ever diesel motor & heads into all-electric era with ‘flag held high’on March 28, 2024 at 1:59 am
A POPULAR motor firm has produced its last ever diesel powered car – keeping to its promise of becoming an electric-only brand. The giant announced that it would be making its last ever diesel car to focus on pure electric and hybrid petrol models. Not known, clear with picture deskThe firm announced that they would release their last Diesel car in 2023[/caption] Not known, clear with picture deskThey said the move marks a ‘huge milestone’ for the almost century-old company[/caption] Volvo has finally unveiled the car – a XC90 – rolled off the production line and cementing one of the biggest moments in its almost century-long history. A company spokesperson said: “On a cloudy Thursday in early February, the plant in Ghent, Belgium, produced its last diesel-powered car, a V60. “And just the other day, the plant in Torslanda, Sweden, saw its last XC90 diesel car roll off the production line. “These events mark a huge milestone in Volvo Cars’ 97-year history. With this move, we’re taking a big step towards our ambitions of becoming a fully electric car maker, as well as achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The firm said that for a long time, their diesel engines had become “synonymous with reliability and efficiency” and meant a “great deal” to them for tens of years. They also stated that their diesel model’s success “played a significant role” in their shift into a “premium brand”. The company – true to their word – is aiming to be all-electric and backed up their plan by increasing their sales of the climate-friendly models by 70 percent. A spokesperson said: “Today, most of our sales on the continent are electrified cars. “Last year, we increased our sales of fully electric cars by 70 per cent, and our global electric market share by 34 per cent. “The figures speak for themselves, underscoring that the all-electric direction we’re now heading towards is the right one to take, and we do so with our flag held high.” The update comes after they revealed 2024 would be the last year they made a diesel powered car. Drivers were told to say their last goodbyes to Volvo’s diesel range early 2025, as the company confirmed it had stopped investing in combustion engines. According to Autocar at the time, Volvo said it would produce its last diesel-powered vehicle at the start of 2024 as the brand continues to focus on EVs. The Swedish firm announced the shocking news at Climate Week NYC in the US. Volvo CEO Jim Rowan said: “Electric powertrains are our future, and superior to combustion engines: they generate less noise, less vibration, less servicing costs for our customers and zero tailpipe emissions.” When they first made the announcement, Volvo became one of the first legacy carmakers to turn its back on the diesel for good – with rivals as Audi and Mercedes expected to follow. Now that the final motor has left the factory, they can push on with converting the age-old brand into a more modern, and climate-friendly future. In their statement, they continued: “In recent years, the electric revolution has evolved quicker than most of us could have imagined – and it’s largely propelled by tightening regulations around tailpipe emissions, as well as customer demand in response to the climate crisis and a desire for cleaner urban air. “Only five years ago, the diesel engine was our bread and butter in Europe, just like it was for most other car makers. “The majority of the cars we sold in Europe in 2019 ran on diesel, while electric models were just starting to gain traction. “While our future indeed is fully electric, our mixed portfolio includes some excellent plug-in hybrid and mild-hybrid models, which will act as a perfect bridge towards that future.” GettyLast year Volvo increased their electric-only motors by 70 percent[/caption]
- I’m a car mechanic – here’s what you should do if you put the wrong fuel in your motor… and it takes just 5 stepson March 28, 2024 at 1:22 am
A CAR mechanic has revealed what you should do if you put the wrong fuel in your motor. Filling up your car with the wrong fuel is not only embarrassing but it can also be a costly mistake to make. GettyFilling your tank with the wrong can leave you with a hefty repairing bill[/caption] The dreaded slip-up can leave you with a pricey repair bill and even invalidate your insurance. Luckily, an expert mechanic has shared crucial advice on what to do to save your vehicle. Taking to TikTok, the mechanic from TQ Auto Care starts told drivers “don’t panic” if they make this simple gas pump error. If you ever fill a petrol motor with diesel the first rule is to keep the ignition switched off. The expert explained: “Make sure you don’t turn your engine over, leave the car sitting, get a tow truck, tow the car to your local shop, then get fuel flushed out of the vehicle.” He added that his easy tip also works for petrol that goes into a diesel motor. Adding petrol to a diesel creates a solvent solution, reducing lubrication in the engine and damaging the fuel pump. He said: “The reason why we say this is gas is more flammable than diesel, and on a combustion chamber like a diesel engine, when you put [in] gas, it causes a lot of stress on the motor.” The stress caused by the fuel on your vehicle can cause damage like engine seal breakage. And you could end up being forced to replace your entire fuel system. But there are other ways you can prevent further damage. Motorists can have their fuel tank drained to get back on the road. But until you’ve had all the fuel removed, you shouldn’t switch the car on. How much will it cost to fix? A fuel drain call-out with one of the major providers will cost you between £100-£200 – as long as you haven’t started the engine. If you have turned your car on, the damage could be far more extensive, leaving you with repairs bills well into the thousands. And unfortunately, it’s unlikely your insurer will cover all of these costs either. Most policies don’t automatically pay out for misfuelling, while some will ask you to select it as an optional extra if you wish to be covered for the error. Does this invalidate my insurance? Many insurance companies will often refuse to pay out for any damage caused by filling your motor with the wrong fuel. Figures from Defaqto revealed almost 60 per cent of car insurance policies exclude repairs for putting the incorrect petrol in your tank. Other insurers may cover the mistake under accidental damage, but you will need to carefully read over the clause to find out the finer details. Drivers can also be hit with a £5,000 fine for letting their car run out of fuel. It comes as customers were left fuming after claiming that fuel from a major supermarket is “contaminated” and “causing cars to break down”. Disgruntled shoppers at the Morrisons‘ petrol station in Bristol have reported motor issues after filling up with what they believe to be problems with the fuel. Five basic steps to avoid ruining your engine THE most feared mistake among motorists is filling the car with the wrong fuel. But whether that’s diesel or petrol there is an easy five-step tip to avoid a hefty bill. Make sure you don’t turn your engine over Leave the car setting Get a tow truck Tow the car to your local shop Get fuel flushed out of the vehicle
- Major US fast food chain which started out as hotdog cart to open its first ever train station restaurant in the UKon March 28, 2024 at 1:05 am
A MAJOR US fast food chain which started out as a hotdog cart is set to open its first ever train station restaurant in the UK. The burger giant will open a new restaurant in the busiest train station in the country. GettyThe popular food chain will be offering commuters burgers and curly fries[/caption] Shake Shack is set to open a new restaurant in St. Pancras International stationAFP or licensors Brits commuting in St. Pancras International station will be able to grab their favourite burgers before jumping into their train. The new Shake Shack joint will serve ip the brand’s popular menu – including breakfast burgers, crinkle-cut fries and their iconic Shack Meister Ale. The new eatery will offer exclusive treats for hungry travellers passing through the bustling Eurostar terminal. The new spot will be the fast food giant’s 17th location in the Uk since it was launched in Covent Garden in 2013. It will be the brand’s second branch within a travel hub – joining the one in Gatwick Airport’s North Terminal. While most of Shake Shack’s UK sites are based in London, in recent years bosses have expanded into other locations – including Essex, Oxford and Cardiff. Shake Shack’s humble beginnings trace back to a New York hot dog cart helmed by Randy Garutti. The now director of operations for Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group boasts 430 restaurants worldwide. It comes as Wingstop, which currently runs 39 sites across the UK, was set to open a further 15 in 2024. Lemon Pepper Holdings, which runs the fast food chain’s UK portfolio, said the move would create up to 750 jobs. The US hospitality brand said it is its biggest year of expansion since launching Wingstop in the UK six years ago. It also revealed the locations of nine sites out of 15 which will open this year. Six of the sites are still under negotiation. It’s not just US-owned chains set to open branches in the UK either. Last week, major retailer WHSmith announced plans to open 15 new stores across the UK. But the new sites won’t be opening on the high street, and instead will be pulling up shutters in airports, railway stations and hospitals. B&M is also opening 17 new locations in January and February, including in former Wilko stores. Asda also plans to open 21 new locations before the end of the month as well. But other brands not so lucky are shutting their branches for good. KFC has confirmed the closure of its Linthorpe Road restaurant in Middlesbrough. The chain has been operating from the premises on Linthorpe Road since 2015.
- My tips will get Easter-related stains like chocolate & gravy out of your furniture – a 2-ingredient mix cleans red wineon March 28, 2024 at 12:30 am
UPHOLSTERY experts have shared their tips and tricks to get Easter-related stains out of fabrics and furniture. A simple two-ingredient concoction took red wine clean out of sofas. GettyA cleaning specialist revealed how she got tough chocolate stains out of fabrics[/caption] Cleaning specialist Rosen Delchev from Fantastic Services got her tools and tricks out, ready for upcoming Easter celebrations. The number one anticipated culprit for the holiday? Easter egg chocolates. Fret not if the sweet treat drips onto your expensive loveseat, as Delchev imparted her go-to stain removal tip. “Absorb as much chocolate as possible by blotting the stain with a clean, white cloth or paper towel,” she wrote. “Do not rub the stain, as this can push it deeper into the fabric.” Instead, the expert opted for a combination of dish soap or laundry detergent with warm water.“Work from the outside edges of the stain toward the center using a clean cloth or sponge dipped in the cleaning solution, repeat until the stain is completely removed. “After removing the stain mostly, dampen a clean cloth with water and wipe away any remaining solution with a clean cloth.” Red wine stains, which were just as tough to remove as chocolate, were a breeze thanks to the next trick up her sleeve. “Blot the stain with a clean cloth to absorb the excess liquid. Make sure to mix a solution of equal parts water and white vinegar,” she said. “Continue with gently dabbing the stain with the solution using a clean cloth. After that, rinse with water and blot dry.” The vinegar and water solution was also tough on fruit juices and sauces. For gravy, apple sauce, and dessert removal, she turned to the classic dish soap/detergent and warm water combo. Watching out for feasts featuring cranberry sauce, she had ammonia on hand in case of any accidents. Blot the stain with a clean cloth to absorb the excess liquid. Make sure to mix a solution of equal parts water and white vinegar. Rosen DelchevCleaning specialist “Remove the excess sauce and blot the stain. Mix a solution of water and ammonia, this time. Dab the stain with it, then rinse and blot dry,” she instructed. Paul O’Reilly, an upholstery expert at ScS, believes that the best advice for getting rid of stains is to always be prepared and quick on your feet. “We understand that there are certain periods during the year when the likeliness of stains increases – particularly during seasonal holidays where there’s increased excitement amongst children, adults and pets alike,” he wrote. “The best way to prepare for this inevitability is to make sure you have the best cleaning products at hand, absorbent kitchen roll with be your best friend. “Lastly, make sure any stains or marks are treated immediately in the correct way, to avoid inadvertently making the stain worse. Make sure to clear excesses as soon as possible and always blot don’t rub!” GettyShe relied on white vinegar and water to remove red wine stains[/caption]
- Fabulosa fan brags about ‘right time’ as she sweeps 26 bottles off B&M shelves & the price leaves others green with envyon March 28, 2024 at 12:20 am
WITH Spring finally here, many of us are looking forward to giving our homes a much-needed deep clean. One domestic goddess has already got her supplies though, after finding multiple bottles of Fabulosa for less than 30p each. FacebookThe woman’s impressive cleaning haul has gone viral on Facebook[/caption] GettyShe later revealed that she’d found discounted disinfectant at B&M[/caption] Having cleaned up at her local B&M, she later shared her bargain buys on Facebook. Posting in the B&M Scanner and Other Bargains group, the cleaning whizz revealed that she’d gotten 26 bottles of the sweet-smelling disinfectant. While at the discount store, she picked up the classic scent Land of Fruity – which is said to smell just like Soap & Glory’s Sweet Lime Crush scrub. Rather than splashing out on the disinfectant though, she paid just 10p per bottle and picked up eight of them in total. This domestic goddess was far from done though, as she also found another six Dewyberry concentrated cleaners with a stunning apple and berry scent. With her basket growing increasingly heavy, she then added five 220ml bottles of the Light Musk cleaner along with three of the Original Fab bottle – for just 10p each. Rounding off her clean sweep, she got two bottles of It’s Fab as well as one large Coconut Sunrise and Miami Dream disinfectant. Despite paying 20p for the larger bottles, she still only spent £2.60 for the 26 items. As Fabulosa products usually cost around £1, this savvy shopper saved £23 – just by visiting her local B&M. After seeing the woman’s impressive post, many couldn’t believe how lucky she’d been and congratulated her in the comments. One impressed Facebook user wrote: “First come, first served. If it was me I would have also had the lot!” Another added: “Well done you…I would have cleared the shelf too!” “I would stock up too on my regular. I look and I look and never find that 10p bottle/box of wine. Well done!” joked a third. FacebookSHe even shared her receipt with revealled just how much of a bargain she got[/caption] GettySome B&M shoppers complained that they couldn’t get the same deals at their store[/caption] Some weren’t so happy about the woman’s huge haul though, with many users complaining that their local B&M would limit the number of items. “My local store only lets you buy two per person when [it’s] reduced to 10p,” complained a Fabulosa fan, with another saying that they could only get three. Others were also annoyed that the woman had taken so many bottles of disinfectant, especially as Fabulosa is such a cleaning popular product. “I think if something is reduced you should only be allowed 3 so everyone gets a chance,” moaned a frustrated shopper. “Also in my local but I only bought three and actually left some for others,” complained another. One Facebook user even suggested that the domestic goddess share her supplies with others, writing: “I don’t blame you but on the other hand, lots of people are struggling financially at the moment. I hope you share with others.” To which, the original poster replied: “I’m keeping them all to myself. I go through disinfectant like it’s water so this has saved me a lot of money.” With that amount of cleaning products, she could give Mrs Hinch a run for her money. CasumoDespite her huge haul, the woman is refusing to share[/caption] Cleaning hacks and tips Here are some tips to help you clean your home like a pro: How to clean your washing machine in a few easy steps Keep on top of cleaning your oven regularly Clean your shower to ensure it’s always sparkling How to clean your microwave using cheap household items Here’s how to get rid of that nasty limescale in your kettle You’re cleaning your carpet all wrong – here’s how to get it spotless again in no time Unblock a toilet without a plunger Clean your fabric or leather sofa in a few easy steps If you haven’t cleaned your mattress in ages, here’s how Steps to cleaning your dishwasher to leave it looking brand new This is how to clean mirrors and windows without streaking Keep your toilet clean in four easy steps Give your TV screen a once-over Did you know your Venetian, Roman, vertical, or roller blinds also need cleaning? Deep-clean your fridge in five simple steps
- Love Island’s Molly Smith looks incredible in see-through lace dress after Georgia Steel swipeon March 28, 2024 at 12:19 am
LOVE Island Molly Smith sizzled in a see-through red lace dress at the launch of her boohoo collaboration. The TV star was joined by a handful of her fellow All Stars at the swanky event in Manchester. Molly Smith looked sensational in her red lace gown She was supported by boyfriend Tom Clare There were a few faces missing from the gang though, including Georgia Steel – who had slammed fast fashion on the day of Molly’s launch. Georgia said that she was “more into sustainable clothing” after she walked the runway at the Hunkemoller Sheroism Fashion Show in Amsterdam. Georgia told OK!: “My modelling is going really well – I’m loving it. “When I first came out of the villa when I was 19, I did a lot of fast-fashion collaborations, but now I’m a bit older, I’m into more sustainable fashion, and I’m about quality over quantity.” The interview came out on the same day as news of Molly’s collaboration with fast fashion brand boohoo. Georgia, who recently split from Toby Aromolaran, also accused Molly and boyfriend Tom Clare of “kicking her whilst she was down”. In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Georgia spoke out after the series’ winners branded her the ‘snakiest’ person in the villa during a recent podcast appearance. “I haven’t heard from Molly or Tom since leaving the villa but, yeah, that’s upsetting,” Georgia says. “I think it’s disappointing as we all know how it is coming out of the villa, we know the heat we get and it’s been shown that I got a lot of hate. It does make me sad for sure. “I feel some people I went through that experience with are still targeting me and that’s rubbish. I am a bit gutted about it to be honest.” But Molly appeared to have taken Georgia’s comments in her stride as she posed up a storm at her launch party. The blonde bombshell looked incredible in the floor-length gown that revealed her red underwear. She added a gold bag and a pair of gold-heeled sandals and wore her hair in soft beachy waves. Molly was supported by proud boyfriend Tom, who shared a sweet photo of the two of them ahead of the launch. “My girl looking absolutely unreal tonight,” he wrote in the caption. This comes after it was revealed that Tom had a “secret fling” with Made in Chelsea’s Ruby Adler ahead of entering the Love Island villa. A source said: “Tom and Ruby were seeing each other for several weeks before he went on Love Island All Stars. “After Tom slid into her DMs, they met up in person and started dating, with Ruby often staying over at Tom’s place.” Continuing to the Mail Online, the source revealed Ruby, 28, was left confused by Tom’s decision to enter the Love Island villa for a second time. The insider added: “Before he entered the villa, he messaged her a heartfelt goodbye and explained he was having his phone taken away by producers, and then he met Molly. It definitely wasn’t easy for Ruby to watch all of the events of the show unfold.” Molly, 29, and Tom scooped the £50k prize, beating off competition from her ex-boyfriend Callum Jones and Jess Gale in the final. Last month Molly and Tom made things official with her revealing his romantic bedroom proposal. In a snap shared on social media, Molly told how Tom covered a bed with rose petals that spelled out the question: “Will you be my girlfriend?” Georgia has been modelling and says she prefers sustainable clothing Arabella Chi wore an incredible cut out mini dress at the event Most of the Love Island gang were there to support Molly
- Frog face in coffee, chihuahua cup cake & other funny doubles – but can you spot the real animal?on March 28, 2024 at 12:17 am
It’s all creatures fake and small as everyday objects bear an uncanny likeness to animals. We told yesterday a woman sought medical help for an unresponsive “baby hedgehog” only to learn it was a hat bobble. Despite being given food, this wooly hat bobble remained unresponsiveKennedy News So here we bring you snaps of other familiar items where critters seem to lurk within. Can you turn pet detective and spot the one real animal? RedditBubble trouble… coffee will give you a jump start when foaming milk forms a face of a frog[/caption] Wise guise . . . apple is owl-like to the core. It’s a real head turner but true critter beside it couldn’t give two hoots Crumb again . . . cheeky Chihuahua appears to be peering out but really there’s muffin to see hereReddit Deadline NewsI should be so clucky. . . chick this out – a strawberry that looks like a chicken. What a s-coop![/caption] RedditSeal or no seal . . . it’s more a case of spudulike as face of sea creature peers from potato[/caption] RedditPaw relation . . . join the cub if you reckon the pads on this puss’s foot look like a cute bear[/caption] RedditTails of the unexpected . . . cloud is a dog ringer for a canine[/caption] RedditThink rasher-nally . . . your brain wouldn’t have to be fried to compare this slice of bacon with a seahorse[/caption] clearflightsolutions.comClone warfare . . . drone mimics falcon to scare away birds at airport[/caption] Croc shock . . . but River Thames reptile turned out to be a pile of ropeStian Alexander RedditBig softie appears to be a fluffy towel but is actually a sleeping dog[/caption]
- Billie Piper, 41, wows in black striped suit on red carpet at London premiere of Prince Andrew interview drama Scoopon March 28, 2024 at 12:12 am
ACTRESS Billie Piper earns her stripes as she promotes her latest TV drama. The 41-year-old star was at the premiere of Scoop, which tells the story of Emily Maitlis’ 2019 car crash interview with Prince Andrew — played by Rufus Sewell. PABillie Piper, 41, stunned at the premiere of Scoop[/caption] RexThe star was joined by Gillian Anderson and Keeley Hawes[/caption] PAScoop tells the story of Emily Maitlis’ nterview with Prince Andrew, played by Rufus Sewell[/caption] Billie plays TV producer Sam McAlister who helped set up the interview. She was joined at the Curzon Mayfair, London, by Gillian Anderson, who plays Maitlis, and Keeley Hawes who plays the prince’s former aide, Amanda Thirsk. Scoop will be out on Netflix on Friday, April 5. The star told Vogue this month: “I didn’t know anything about her and yet I knew everything about that interview. “I was obsessed with it. I was obsessed with the whole Epstein/Maxwell story, even though that’s not what this is. “I had spent hours reading and watching and getting furious.” Last month we revealed Billie split from her rocker partner Johnny Lloyd after eight years. The former Doctor Who star, 41, and the singer, 38, have a five-year-old daughter. A source said: “The relationship ran its course.” She was previously married to DJ Chris Evans, who is 17 years her senior, and actor-turned-political activist Laurence Fox, 45, with whom she has two sons.
- Paul O’Grady’s husband opens up on heartbreaking battle to save TV legend while dog nuzzled his face in final momentson March 28, 2024 at 12:05 am
AS Paul O’Grady’s husband battled to save his life after he collapsed at home, one of their dogs “heartbreakingly” started nuzzling the star’s face. The Lily Savage and Radio 2 legend passed away “unexpectedly but peacefully” on March 28 last year. GettyPaul O’Grady’s husband Andre Portasio has opened up about his final hours[/caption] Today marks one year since the TV legend died And as it approached the anniversary of his death, Paul‘s husband Andre Portasio opened up about their final day together. The former-professional ballet dancer said it had been an “ordinary” Wednesday at home for the pair before tragedy struck. Andre said they had walked their five dogs, before settling back into their Kent home and popping the telly on. He said Paul got up to make some tea and he heard a bang, but didn’t think anything of it. Heart wrenchingly when Andre did head into the kitchen to start making some food he saw Paul on the floor. He froze, before quickly dialing for an ambulance – with the operator telling him to start CPR on his husband. Andre said it’s a day that’s burnt into his memory. He told the Mirror: “The saddest part of this all is that when all of this happened, and as I was trying to resuscitate him, I was trying to keep the dogs out of the room. “But somehow Paul’s dog Arfur, who is one of his favourites, escaped and he nuzzled his face as he always did on Paul’s shoulder, as if to say ‘wake up’. It was just heartbreaking.” Andre also revealed he had escaped to the other side of the world ahead of the anniversary of Paul’s death. The TV star was said to have been smoking a cannabis joint when he died peacefully at his home. Speaking at a star-studded memorial for O’Grady last October, Andre Portasio: “We’d had a very ordinary day, just watching TV together at home, when Paul said he wanted to make a ‘cup of tea,’ and that was our little code for rolling a spliff. “So Paul went to the kitchen to make a cup of tea, brought it back, lit it and started smoking it – and that was our last time together, the last thing we did. He passed away there in his chair.” The Sun revealed earlier this month that Paul left a staggering £15.5m in his will – with £125,000 set aside to look after his five pet dogs. The presenter also left half a million pounds to the Battersea Cats and Dogs Home which featured in his best known TV show – ITV’s For the Love of Dogs. Animal lover Paul left a total of £775,000 to organisations close to his heart, including donations of £50,000 to elephant and orangutan charities. He also gave £50,000 to the Salvation Army, whom he’d been a lifelong fan of as a result of them helping the needy in his native Liverpool when he was growing up. Paul once remarked that he’d left very exacting instructions to his lawyer to execute his will just as he’d stated, alongside a warning. In a 2012 interview he said: “I’ve put in my will – the solicitor was roaring laughing – ‘God help anyone who ignores my wishes, because when your turn comes to die I’ll be stood at the gates of hell waiting for you.” Paul was aged 67 when he died of cardiac arrhythmia at his home on March 28th. Paul O’Grady’s last ever TV series to hit screens By JAKE PENKETHMAN PAUL O’Grady is making a return to screen for his final ever TV project filmed before his death. The TV legend recorded a final series of his Great Elephant Adventures before his death last year. The beloved comedian and broadcaster died a year ago this month, shocking the TV world and leaving fans distraught. Now it has been confirmed that fans will be able to tune into the show on Sunday 31 March. It will be aired across two episodes after being the last show to be filmed after his death. Paul was a devoted and well-known animal lover and had previously recorded a similar series in which he spent time with elephants called Paul O Grady’s Animal Orphans in 2014. The airing of the show is set to be bittersweet for his fans as they both relish getting to see him on screens once again whilst mourning the loss of such a legendary TV star. Although Great Elephant Adventures will be the final series that Paul recorded before his untimely passing, he will still be seen on-screen in another special upcoming documentary. ITV have confirmed they have commissioned a special programme looking at the life of Paul’s alter-ego, Lily Savage. Titled The Life and Death of Lily Savage, Paul’s special doc will be told through the prism of his famous creation and set in the backdrop of 70s Britain. For the first time Paul’s daughter Sharyn Mousley will speak about her father in the doc. The special will also reveal the real reason why Paul suddenly chose to kill his drag ego off after more than 20 years.
- Paedo Gary Glitter faces paying out up to £700,000 in damages to one of his victimson March 28, 2024 at 12:04 am
POP paedo Gary Glitter faces paying out up to £700,000 in damages to one of his victims. The woman, aged 12 when sexually abused in the 1970s, sued after suffering years of nightmares, flashbacks and suicidal thoughts. PAPaedo Gary Glitter faces paying out up to £700,000 in damages to one of his victims[/caption] London’s High Court heard she is seeking £480,000 for lost earnings. She could also get £200,000 in damages. A psychiatrist said the abuse she suffered was the “primary and most significant cause” of her PTSD and depression. Barrister Jonathan Metzer said: “This abuse was of the most serious kind and it has had a profound impact on my client’s life ever since.” Glitter, 79, real name Paul Gadd, was convicted of indecent assault and having sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13 in relation to the claimant after a trial in 2015. He did not attend the hearing or have a barrister make any representations on his behalf. Mrs Justice Tipples retired yesterday and is due to rule in May. Glitter was freed from jail last year after serving eight years but recalled after a Sun probe into his behaviour at a bail hostel.
- Warning for 10million households to take meter readings this weekend – or risk being overchargedon March 28, 2024 at 12:01 am
MILLIONS of households should take a meter reading this weekend to avoid being overcharged. This is to ensure they benefit from the cheaper rates coming into force on Easter Monday. Millions of households should take a meter reading this weekend to avoid being overcharged Almost 10million households are being urged to send energy meter readings to their supplier this weekend. Not doing this means they could end up overpaying when the cheaper prices come into effect. The average household energy bill is set to fall to its lowest point in two years from April 1 after Ofgem lowered its price cap in response to wholesale prices. The regulator is dropping its price cap by 12.3% from the current £1,928 for a typical dual fuel household in England, Scotland and Wales to £1,690, a drop of £238 over a year or around £20 a month. The average household on a standard variable tariff (SVT) is expected to spend £127 on energy in April. This is compared with £205 in March and due to a combination of cheaper rates and lower usage as the weather warms up. Those on SVTs who do not have a smart meter and do not submit meter readings on or around April 1 risk having some of their usage after that date charged at the previous, more expensive rates. According to Uswitch, the difference between a week’s worth of energy at the old rates compared with a week in April was £4.65 for the average household. We urge any households to submit their meter readings this weekend Ben Gallizzi, Uswitch.com Suppliers who have not received meter readings base their bills on estimated usage, meaning households could be overpaying, while others may not be paying enough. A quarter of those who have not submitted their readings in the last three months (24%) said they forgot to, while 17% said it was “too much hassle”, Uswitch said. Ben Gallizzi, energy spokesman at Uswitch.com, said: “We urge any households without a smart meter to submit their meter readings this bank holiday weekend, so their supplier has an updated and accurate view of your account on or around April 1. “This is when the next energy price cap comes into effect, which will see the rates that households on standard variable tariffs pay for their energy fall for April, May and June. “If you delay submitting your readings, some of your energy usage could end up being charged under the higher rates we’re currently facing. “All households without a smart meter should ideally submit a meter reading every month to improve the accuracy of their bills.” How do I take a meter reading? How you take a meter reading can vary depending on the type you have, and we explain it in further detail below. There should be a digital display or dial with numbers on it, which you can then report to your supplier. If you’re not sure which numbers to use, Citizens’s Advice has a handy guide. Once you have the numbers you should be able to submit them to your supplier. This can be done in several ways depending on who you’re with, like via app, text message phone or website, so check with your supplier. It is always worth taking a picture of your meter reading when you submit it to your supplier – just in case you need it as evidence for a future dispute. Below we explain the two ways you can take your meter reading based on the type you have. Electricity meters If you have a digital electricity meter, you will just see a row of six numbers – five in black and one in red. Take down the five numbers in black and ignore the red number. If you are on an Economy 7 or 10 tariff which gives you cheaper electricity at night – you will have two rows of numbers, so take both readings down. If you have a traditional dial meter you will need to read the first five dials from left to right ignoring any red ones. If the pointer is between two numbers, write down the lower figures and if it is between nine and zero write down the number nine. If the dial is directly over a number, write down that number and underline it. If you’ve underlined a number, check the next dial to the right. If the pointer on that dial is between 9 and 0, reduce the number you’ve underlined by 1. For example, if you originally wrote down 5, change it to 4. Gas meters If you have a digital metric meter showing five numbers and then a decimal place, you only need to write down the first five numbers from left to right. If you have a digital imperial meter your meter will read four black numbers and two red numbers – note down the four black numbers only. If you have a dial gas meter, follow the same steps as those for those with a dial electricity meter, but ignore underlining any figures. How do I calculate my energy bill? BELOW we reveal how you can calculate your own energy bill. To calculate how much you pay for your energy bill, you must find out your unit rate for gas and electricity and the standing charge for each fuel type. The unit rate will usually be shown on your bill in p/kWh.The standing charge is a daily charge that is paid 365 days of the year – irrespective of whether or not you use any gas or electricity. You will then need to note down your own annual energy usage from a previous bill. Once you have these details, you can work out your gas and electricity costs separately. Multiply your usage in kWh by the unit rate cost in p/kWh for the corresponding fuel type – this will give you your usage costs. You’ll then need to multiply each standing charge by 365 and add this figure to the totals for your usage – this will then give you your annual costs. Divide this figure by 12, and you’ll be able to determine how much you should expect to pay each month from April 1.
- Beloved BBC game show launching celebrity spin-off series with star-studded line-up – and it’s just days awayon March 28, 2024 at 12:01 am
A BELOVED game show is returning with a star-studded celebrity series – and it starts in just days. Ross Kemp‘s Bridge of Lies is returning to BBC One with the special spin-off this month. BBCA beloved game show is returning with a star-studded celebrity series – and it starts in just days[/caption] BBCRoss Kemp’s Bridge of Lies is returning to BBC One with the special spin-off this month[/caption] Stars competing in the celebrity edition of the daytime series include Dion Dublin, Sam Quek, Melvin Odoom and Joanna PageBBC The format was launched by Beeb bosses in 2022 and instantly became a hit with fans. It sees a group of contestants take turns to cross a digital floor that gradually displays both correct and incorrect answers for a particular category. Contestants try to step on only correct answers during the game to avoid falling off and could go home empty-handed. Stars competing in the celebrity edition of the daytime series include Dion Dublin, Sam Quek, Melvin Odoom and Joanna Page. Also set to appear later in the run are Sinitta, Ian ‘H’ Watkins, Ritchie Neville and Una Healy. Daytime and soap fans will also be treated to a TV crossover as Morning Live‘s Gethin Jones, Dr Ranj Singh, Anna Haugh and Briony May Williams will appear. Taking part from the world of soap is Chris Bisson, Lucy-Jo Hudson, Simon Gregson and Danielle Harold. Speaking about the celeb special, Ross Kemp said: “I have such a brilliant time filming the daytime version of Bridge of Lies, but there’s something about the celebrity series that ramps the jeopardy up a gear. “Maybe it’s the fact that the celebs are doing it for charity… or simply that they have reputations to uphold!” The 59-year-old added: “This year’s series is filled with big personalities and the competition is fiercer than ever. Latest TV show axings The Masked Dancer, ITV Scarlett Moffatt’s Driving School, BBC The Lazarus Project, Sky Better, BBC Dance Monsters, Netflix Laura Whitmore & Oti Mabuse’s weekend shows, ITV Ross Kemp’s 72 Hours In…, Channel 5 Rise and Fall, Channel 4 “The usual rivalries between popstars, soap stars and comics are left at the door because, as we’ve learned with this show, the only way you can conquer the bridge is by working effectively as a team. But remember celebrities, it’s Saturday night – so let’s have some fun too!” Celebrity Bridge of Lies comes to BBC One and iPlayer at 5:40pm on Saturday 6 April while Bridge of Lies continues weekdays at 4:30pm. The show sees a group of contestants take turns to cross a digital floor that gradually displays both correct and incorrect answers for a particular categoryBBC
- Major broadband suppliers ranked best to worst ahead of ‘eye-watering’ bill hikes – and there are clear winnerson March 28, 2024 at 12:01 am
THE UK’s best and worst broadband suppliers have been ranked best to worst with bills due to rise in days. The UK’s biggest four broadband providers have all been outranked by smaller rivals by their UK customers. Major broadband suppliers ranked best to worst ahead of “eye-watering” bill hikes The latest Which? survey has found that Virgin Media, Sky, BT and TalkTalk have failed to even reach the top six in the UK’s best broadband ratings based on customer service. The survey asked over 4,000 who had a broadband contract between December 2023 to January 2024. Consumers were asked to rate their supplier based on speed, reliability, value for money, ease of contact and customer service. Virgin Media ranked poorly at the bottom of all providers with a customer score of just 56%. The provider received sub-par ratings in most categories but ranked poorly in customer service communication. More than a quarter of the survey participants said the supplier was hard to get in touch with. Sky finished second bottom with a customer score of just 57%. It received the lowest rating for connection speed, alongside Shell Energy Broadband. Which? was told many have switched from the brand motivated by price rises. BT ranked ninth on the list despite being the UK’s biggest broadband provider. The provider received a 62% customer score with value for money listed as one of the main reasons. BT was the first provider to introduce inflation-linked price rises in 2020, but customers are most likely to have been with the provider for more than three years. Of all four big four broadband providers TalkTalk ranked the highest but it still only received a customer score of 63%. A whopping 38% of customers said poor customer service was the reason for such a low rating. Zen Internet, 70%, is the only Which? Recommended Provider on the list as it says it is committed to resisting the trend of introducing unpredictable price rises. Hyperoptic, 68%, was awarded great value provider status by Which due to its high value-for-money rating and low prices. It’s the availability that lets Heryperotic down as it is only available in 64 UK towns and cities. Which? is calling to abolish inflation-linked hikes this year and regulator Ofcom concluded that the practice can cause substantial consumer harm. Natalie Hitchins, Which? head of home products and services, said: “Our latest broadband provider rankings show that consumers could be better off choosing a smaller company which prioritises customer service over a giant that also stings them with unfair mid-contract price rises. “Customers with contracts that are ending soon should look at their switching options as our research found that consumers that did that saved almost £100 on average. “Providers planning to cash in one last time in April with unfair mid-contract price hikes must do the right thing and adopt Ofcom’s proposals as soon as possible, while firms falling short on customer service must up their game.” When will broadband prices rise? Broadband and mobile prices will rise in April. Telecom providers have confirmed prices will rise by up to 8.8%, though the amount your bill goes up will depend on your provider. Check what your provider is doing in our guide. The increases will come into effect for millions of customers on March 31 or April 1. This means that the new rate will kick in from your next bill after that date. How to cut costs If you believe you qualify for a social tariff you should contact your broadband provider to see if it’s something they offer and inquire about switching. If they don’t offer a social tariff they should still be able to assist with a fee-free switch process to a provider that does. There is no need to wait for your current contract to end to switch. It’s still worth contacting your provider even if you do not qualify as they may be able to offer you a cheaper deal. If you’re not under contract, switching to a new deal or even another supplier is guaranteed to lead to savings. Do any other firms offer social tariffs? A NUMBER of other smaller regional firms offer social broadband tariffs. You’ll have to check directly to see if your region is eligible. The total amount you’ll save will also vary depending on which provider you switch to. 4th Utility Social Tariff £13.99 a month 30 Mbit/s speed Community Fibre Essential £12.50 a month 20 Mbit/s speed Connect Fibre Basic Essentials £20 a month 50 Mbit/s speed Country Connect Social Tariff £15 a month 50 Mbit/s speed G. Network Essential Fibre Broadband £15 a month 50 Mbit/s speed Grayshott Gigabit Connect £19 a month 100 Mbit/s speed Hey! Broadband Everyday Fibre £16 a month 100 Mbit/s speed KCOM £14.99 a month 30 Mbit/s speed Lightning Fibre Social Tariff £15 a month 50 Mbits/s speed Lothian Broadband Social Tariff £19.99 a month 100 Mbits/s speed Run Fibre Social Tariff £20 a month 100 Mbit/s speed Wildanet Helping Hand Social Tariff £20 a month 30-100 Mbits/s speed WightFibre Essential Broadband £16.50 a month 100 Mbit/s speed YouFibre Social Tariff £15 a month 50 Mbit/s speed Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing squeezeteam@thesun.co.uk. 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- Professor T viewers spot major blunders in ITV drama starring Ben Milleron March 27, 2024 at 11:59 pm
PROFESSOR T made a comeback for its third season on ITV tonight, but viewers were quick to pick up on some problems with the new plotline. The popular crime drama follows the story of a university professor who has OCD, but also a gift for crime-solving. Sofie GheysensProfessor T ended up in jail for his actions in the season 2 finale[/caption] Sofie GheysensFans are concerned about how he will cope with the harsh environment[/caption] Sofie GheysensOthers pointed out blunders in the new series[/caption] At the beginning of the new series Ben Miller‘s character was sent to jail for discharging an unlicensed firearm during a bust up with a villain. Fans were left worried that the Professor T would not manage to cope with his OCD while in prison. However, other viewers were more concerned with blunders they spotted about the way life in lockup works. One person pointed out: “I like Professor T but this series is factually incorrect. He is in prison on remand unconvicted. Also another character accused of murder is remanded unconvicted. “They are wearing prison clothes. You don’t unconvicted. You wear your own clothes.” He also noticed another inaccuracy later, and went on to add: “Also they are both on the same block as convicted prisoners. This doesn’t happen. Convicted and unconvicted prisoners are kept separate.” Someone else jumped on the bandwagon after realising one detail didn’t make sense. They exclaimed: “Why is the accused boxer able to see his visitors face to face, while Prof T has to meet his behind glass!” However, despite the drama getting some aspects of the prison system wrong, fans were delighted to see the criminologist back in action. In order to keep his mind occupied while stuck in prison, Detective Lisa Donckers gave him a case to work on. She arranged a visit with Professor T to explain a mysterious murder she was struggling to solve – involving two brothers and a man who was found fatally injured by a baseball bat.
- Horoscope today, March 28, 2024: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Megon March 27, 2024 at 11:58 pm
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died last year but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ARIES March 21 to April 20 Your self-discovery chart is wide open to opportunities – and a skill you’ve been keeping on ice, perhaps for a while, is the key. Family or friendship contacts are ready to be repaired, or refreshed. In all areas of life you have a deep willingness to listen and learn. Even love names you’ve written off can reappear. Your weekly horoscope for Thursday TAURUS April 21 to May 21 You realise your role in a project is changing – now you start to understand how and why. Don’t hold back from stepping up if you see what should happen next. But do handle other people’s fragile hopes with kindness. An everyday chat can have an undercurrent of attraction – trust your heart to know what to do. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions GEMINI May 22 to June 21 It’s time to step into a bold, colourful world, or help a bud of potential “D” passion to bloom in some dazzling ways. Mixing mind, body and fun turns existing love into a playful performance. The moon can pour emotional strength into a work challenge. Whatever happens, you will benefit from this boost. Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions CANCER June 22 to July 22 You may have met a talented writer many times already, but this time your heart’s response is so surprising. Do let this lead the rest of you. If you’re settled in love, this can be a friendship that benefits both of you. Dreams linked to hands-on skills are surfacing, and you have Mars fire to make anything possible. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions LEO July 23 to August 23 Venus and Uranus work together to reassure you that you’re making the right moves, whatever others think. You can deepen this power by making sure you tick all the official boxes. A hidden love surprise emerges when you seek some expert advice. Lucky people today wear shades of purple and gold. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Most read in The Sun DEATH SHOCK Cops & Channel 4 issue statement on Gogglebox star George Gilbey's tragic death SUDDEN TRAGEDY George Gilbey's tragic cause of death revealed as 'fall from height' STAR LOST Last picture of George Gilbey shows Gogglebox star smiling days before his death TV TRAGEDY George Gilbey's mum 'in bits' as pals raise pints in tribute & cops probe scene TRAIN HORROR Terrifying moment knifeman stabs train passenger before going on run LOOK OF LOVE Laura Woods can't keep hands off Adam Collard as they snog on Mexican beach VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Feeling and thinking planets highlight your communication skills, and you can start to unpick the elements of a lovebond that’s felt hard to read lately. If you’re single, someone who helps you think in unusual ways can be The One. The sun encourages you not to be stopped by stubborn objections. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions GettyLucky people wear shades of purple and gold[/caption] LIBRA September 23 to October 23 Simply pushing on with a fitness change won’t work well unless it feels right. Take some time to look, and ask, around for something that might suit you better. The moon wakes up your value-minded self and you shouldn’t settle for less than 100 per cent in love. Mercury’s cool career head can answer any question. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions List of 12 star signs The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below. Capricorn: December 22 – January 20 Aquarius: January 21 – February 18 Pisces: February 19 – March 20 Aries: March 21 – April 20 Taurus: April 21 – May 21 Gemini: May 22 – June 21 Cancer: June 22 – July 22 Leo: July 23 – August 23 Virgo: August 24 – September 22 Libra: September 23 – October 23 Scorpio: October 24 – November 22 Sagittarius: November 23 – December 21 SCORPIO October 24 to November 22 Your sector of self-esteem assembles a powerpack of zodiac energy to push forward personal plans. Be your own best supporter, instead of doubting your own strength. A family first is coming closer and you can make it happen. Love may take a totally unexpected route, but enjoy this magical mystery tour. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 Admitting, even just deep inside, what kind of partner you would really like to be, is a positive step as it turns a goal into something you can feel and see. Saturn establishes a bedrock of confidence in your ability to look straight at the past, and build on it. Single? Love starts with a wrong number. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 If you have any dream that is career or learning-linked, rethinking it from the start can reveal a path you may have missed. This time, Mercury helps you take it. In love, a moon-Saturn connection adds humility to honesty – and words that have failed before can be such a success. Luck circles a French name. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions SuppliedLuck circles a French name[/caption] AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 Your cash chart blends brilliance with business skills and sheer hard graft – and you can take several steps towards a rich goal. If you’re in a relationship, tough talks can pave the way for tender times. If you start the day single, a Gemini who has three jobs can be the perfect person to invest in your dreams. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions PISCES February 19 to March 20 You are ready to accept that you can’t live, or love, for anyone but yourself. Inside, you now recognise there is one thing you need to do or say on your own. You also see no one else will change unless they want to. Love is brave. As a passion-seeker you will surprise yourself so much around “E”. Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions
- Lottery results and numbers: Lotto and Thunderball draw tonight, March 27, 2024on March 27, 2024 at 11:58 pm
THE NATIONAL Lottery results are in and it’s time to find out who has won a life-changing amount of money tonight (March 27, 2024). Could tonight’s jackpot of £2million see you handing in your notice, jetting off to the Bahamas or driving a new Porsche off a garage forecourt? Could you win big tonight with the National Lottery? Previous winners have gone on to build mansions and buy islands You can find out by checking your ticket against tonight’s numbers below. Good luck! Tonight’s National Lottery Lotto winning numbers are: 01, 03, 22, 27, 42, 48 and the Bonus Ball is 09. Tonight’s National Lottery Thunderball winning numbers are: 11, 13, 26, 33, 35 and the Thunderball is 03. The first National Lottery draw was held on November 19 1994 when seven winners shared a jackpot of £5,874,778. The largest amount ever to be won by a single ticket holder was £42million, won in 1996. Gareth Bull, a 49-year-old builder, won £41million in November, 2020 and ended up knocking down his bungalow to make way for a luxury manor house with a pool. TOP 5 BIGGEST LOTTERY WINS ACROSS THE WORLD £1.308 billion (Powerball) on January 13 2016 in the US, for which three winning tickets were sold, remains history’s biggest lottery prize £1.267 billion (Mega Million) a winner from South Carolina took their time to come forward to claim their prize in March 2019 not long before the April deadline £633.76 million (Powerball draw) from a winner from Wisconsin £625.76 million (Powerball) Mavis L. Wanczyk of Chicopee, Massachusetts claimed the jackpot in August 2017 £575.53 million (Powerball) A lucky pair of winners scooped the jackpot in Iowa and New York in October 2018 Sue Davies, 64, bought a lottery ticket to celebrate ending five months of shielding during the pandemic — and won £500,000. Sandra Devine, 36, accidentally won £300k – she intended to buy her usual £100 National Lottery Scratchcard, but came home with a much bigger prize. The biggest jackpot ever to be up for grabs was £66million in January last year, which was won by two lucky ticket holders. Another winner, Karl managed to bag £11million aged just 23 in 1996. The odds of winning the lottery are estimated to be about one in 14million – BUT you’ve got to be in it to win it. Sandra Devine and her husband Mike won by chance – can you too?
- Lauren Goodger in late-night rush to hospital with baby daughter Laroseon March 27, 2024 at 11:53 pm
LAUREN Goodger has spent Wednesday night in hospital after rushing her baby daughter Larose to A&E. The Towie star made her return to the show this week – nine years after quitting. Lauren Goodger pictured heading to film with Towie today She shared a snap of her and Larose in hospital Larose is two years oldInstagram After filming with pal Junaid Ahmed earlier today, Lauren shocked fans by revealing she was in hospital. She wrote on Instagram: “Didn’t think I’d end up in A&E tonight with my baby.” Lauren posted the message alongside a picture showing Larose’s shoe as she sat on her lap in front of a hospital machine. Larose, two, is Lauren’s first child with ex Charles Drury. The pair’s second daughter tragically died in July 2022. She lost 9lb Lorena minutes after giving birth despite doctors battling to save her. Lauren recently opened up about re-joining Towie after the tragedy – and how it’s given her a fresh outlook on life. She was one of the original stars of the reality show, which followed her relationship with Mark Wright, 37, who she started dating when she was just 15. The pair dated on and off for ten years before they finally split in 2012, with their rollercoaster romance depicted in some of TOWIE‘s most explosive scenes. Now Lauren has opened up on the cheating scandals that marred their time together as well as her new attitude. She said: “I was 22 before. I was in a relationship – there were a lot of women having affairs with my fiance.” Mark – who has always strongly denied the claims – went on to marry Our Girl star Michelle in 2015.
- Bank of England set to kick off cyber ‘stress test’ of UK’s financial system within dayson March 27, 2024 at 11:37 pm
THE Bank of England is set to kick off a cyber “stress test” of the UK’s financial system within days. It comes after the Government blamed Chinese hackers for two malicious attacks on the UK electoral register. PA:Press AssociationThe Bank of England is set to kick off a cyber ‘stress test’ of the UK’s financial system within days.[/caption] GettyThe bank’s move comes after the Government blamed Chinese hackers for two malicious attacks on the UK electoral register[/caption] A Bank survey found that 80 per cent of firms consider a cyber attack the second biggest threat to the UK financial system, just below geopolitical risk. The Bank of Englandsaid that some firms draw a connection between the two. A stress test works by running a series of scenarios to check whether a firm has protection to withstand such a shock. After the 2008 financial crisis, stress tests were developed to test whether banks had enough financial buffers to withstand a drastic worsening in the economy and have been credited with keeping them resilient. In this case, the Bank’s cyber stress test will check how quickly a bank can recover from a malicious hack, and also check the potential ripple effect — known as contagion — on the financial system. It could also include the vulnerabilities of banks’ increasing use of cloud computing provided by Google and Microsoft, and the threat to UK financial stability if they were disrupted. A major attack on a European financial services payments system could lead to losses of £762billion, according to Lloyds of London, the insurance marketplace. Elisabeth Stheeman, who sits on the Bank’s financial policy committee, said in a report last year that the UK’s financial infrastructure “was largely invisible to us until it no longer works.” The impact of a cyber attack has become even more of a concern due to rapidly advancing artificial intelligence technology and our reliance on digital banking. Green vow on fashion SplashBoohoo, which has Love Island star Molly Smith, above, as a brand ambassador, has joined Asos and Asda in promising not to mislead shoppers about how environmentally friendly their clothes are[/caption] BOOHOO, which has recently signed Love Island star Molly Smith, above, as a brand ambassador for 2024, has joined Asos and Asda in promising not to mislead shoppers about how environmentally friendly their clothes are after a 20-month crackdown on “greenwashing”. The competition regulator kicked off an investigation into fast fashion amid concerns that some label’s eco claims did not “stack up”. Asos has a “Responsible edit”, Boohoo sells clothes under “Ready for the Future” and Asda has “George for good”. Firms must stop using vague terms like “responsible” and “sustainable”, and can only call fashion “recycled” if the majority of fabric is recycled, the percentage of which must be easily displayed. Morrisons sales at 3-year high PAThe supermarket received over 200,000 complaints a week last year, but that has dropped to 90,000[/caption] THE new boss of Morrisons has declared a “sense of optimism and renewal” as the supermarket had its best sales performance for three years. Customers had abandoned Morrisons for cheaper rivals, meaning it suffered a steady slump in sales after its private equity takeover in 2021 and an unwinding of a grocery sales boom during the pandemic. But yesterday the supermarket — which serves one million shoppers a week — said like-for-like sales had risen by 4.6 per cent in the 13 weeks to the end of January. Boss Rami Baitieh said Morrisons was heading for its “next chapter”. His turnaround plans include daily meetings with senior staff at 6.30pm to discuss customer complaints. The supermarket received over 200,000 complaints a week last year, but that has dropped to 90,000. Mr Baitieh called complaints “the canaries in the retail coalmine”. Bad luck at lotto THE new owner of the National Lottery, Allwyn, has reported a slip in sales in the last year of Camelot’s ownership. Allwyn said sales in the UK had slipped 4 per cent to £3.3billion, and underlying earnings edged 5 per cent lower to £155.5million. Allwyn said the drop was because of a lower number of rollover Euromillion jackpots above €100million, which meant fewer punters were buying tickets. £12M gold loot GOLD miner Endeavour Mining yesterday revealed its former chief executive had secretly transferred out millions more from its accounts than it previously thought. Sebastian de Montessus was fired in January after Endeavour discovered £4.6million had been diverted from the firm to a mystery offshore account. But yesterday they said a probe had found two more transfers totalling £12million. Mr de Montessus said he “didn’t benefit” from the sums. Endeavour is now clawing back £22million from his pay. SHARES in box business DS Smith rose 10 per cent yesterday after US packaging giant International Paper gatecrashed an agreed £6.2billion deal with rival Mondi. The US firm has tabled an all-share offer worth £6.8billion. Trader’s defeat A CITY trader jailed for “rigging” key interest rates has had his attempt to overturn his conviction thrown out by the court of appeal. Tom Hayes, 44, was convicted in 2015 for manipulating the interest rate benchmark “libor”, which prices billions of pounds of debt, including mortgages. A court was shown evidence that Hayes could ask for the libor rate to be changed in exchange for a curry or Mars bar. A Court of Appeal judge said Hayes “knew what he was doing”. SHARES BARCLAYS up 0.74 to 181.52 BP down 7.00 to 492.80 CENTRICA up 2.20 to 129.00 HSBC down 12.30 to 615.00 LLOYDS up 0.06 to 51.67 M&S up 2.00 to 265.90 NATWEST up 0.40 to 262.80 ROYAL MAIL up 1.50 to 231.90 SAINSBURY’S up 9.40 to 271.90 SHELL down 34.00 to 2,613.00 TESCO up 1.40 to 298.20
- Huge 40ft-high ancient castle wall collapsed outside my home & now I’M being lumped with £400k repair billon March 27, 2024 at 11:34 pm
A DAD says he’s been lumped with a £400,000 repair bill after a massive 40ft-high wall collapsed outside his home. Adam Giagnotti, 42, said he couldn’t believe his eyes when the huge ancient castle wall came crashing down after weeks of heavy rain and storms. SWNSDad Adam Giagnotti says he may have to fork out £400,000 to repair an ancient wall that collapsed below his home[/caption] SWNSThe castle wall stood strong for decades[/caption] SWNSIt collapsed earlier this year after weeks of heavy rain and flooding[/caption] SWNSAdam may also have to pay for the traffic lights being used to close off the road[/caption] But what shocked the dad-of-two more is that he may have to fork out a whopping £400,000 on fixing the wall – and for temporary traffic lights. The dad-of-two’s Worcester home sits above the ancient structure, and he says the council has told him it’s his responsibility to repair. Plus, Adam said his insurance told him that the wall sits outside his property, they won’t cover the costs. The restaurant owner said: “That [£400,000] is the figure. The council has not taken responsibility. They have been useless. “They are charging me for everything, including the traffic light system. I’m on my own really. It’s not great. “The council should take responsibility at least for clearing it up and making it safe. “We have the correct insurance but they’re refusing to pay because they say the wall was inadequate.” Adam said when he bought his home for £216,000 nine years ago surveyors said it was “adequet”. He continued: “The council said it’s our wall, it’s on our deeds. But the wall pre-dates the house by 150 years. “We’ve been given quotes of £400,000 for rebuilding, clearing debris and the traffic light system. “We don’t actually know the figure of the traffic light system, figures have been thrown out between £2,000 and £5,000.” The dad-of-two said the wall was going to “destroy” his family home, adding: “It’s a terrible position to find ourselves in and we had no idea when we bought the house.” A spokesperson for Worcestershire County Council said: “Our Highway Status and Extent team completed their search enquiry to confirm ownership. “The conveyance on the property confirms that ownership and maintenance of the retaining wall rests with the landowner. “We can confirm that the area was made safe following this wall collapse, and traffic management installed. “There are daily costs being incurred as a result of the traffic lights at this location. On completion of the required works to the wall, we will then discuss further with the resident.” The Sun has contacted the council for further comment. What to do if you disagree with your council According to the Government website, If you feel that a council service has not been properly delivered, you can make an official complaint. Complain to the council service provider. If you’re still not happy, complain to your council’s complaints officer. If this does not resolve the issue, you may be able to get the Local Government Ombudsman to look into it. The Ombudsman considers complaints if you’ve suffered because of: the way a council service has been given how a decision has been made The Ombudsman usually only considers your complaint once it’s been through your local council’s complaints procedure. Local Government OmbudsmanTelephone: 0300 061 0614
ब्रेकिंग न्यूज, खेल, टीवी, रेडियो और भी बहुत कुछ। आईओबी न्यूज नेटवर्क इंटरनेशनल से लेकर नेशनल न्यूज, पॉलिटिकल से सोशल, डिफेंस से करंट अफेयर्स, टेक्निकल न्यूज से एंटरटेनमेंट न्यूज तक, हर न्यूज कवरेज निष्पक्ष, बौद्धिक रूप से विश्लेषित, भरोसेमंद और विश्वसनीय है। आईओबी न्यूज नेटवर्क सूचित करता है, शिक्षित करता है और मनोरंजन करता है - आप जहां भी हों, आपकी उम्र चाहे जो भी हो।