April 27, 2024

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  • Motors tips — Martin Lewis’ advice to cut car insurance plus Wheeler Dealers host’s sneak peek at new series
    on April 27, 2024 at 5:16 am

    A MARTIN Lewis fan revealed how his car insurance tool helped her save £2,000. With insurance prices continuing to rise, a motorist wrote to the MoneySavingExpert: “Thanks to your Compare+ tool, I saved nearly £2,000 this year. “My renewal came in at £2,947, but I followed your guidelines and got a quote for £1,027.” This comes as Mike Brewer, host of beloved motors show Wheeler Dealers, has given fans an update on the upcoming spin-off series. The presenter posted a teaser clip on X, formerly known as Twitter, showing off some highlights from the globe-trotting series. “MONDAY 9PM @DiscoveryUK, we can’t wait it’s so bloody exciting! By the way it’s perfectly safe now to please go and follow the #WheelerDealer #facebook page and keep on top of all the news,” he wrote. Follow our live blog below for all the latest motors news, tips and deals…

  • NFL Draft 2024 LIVE: Ja’Lynn Polk goes to Patriots, Ruke Orhorhoro lands with Falcons as Spencer Rattler snubbed
    on April 27, 2024 at 4:32 am

    THE third round of the 2024 NFL Draft has ended and one top prospect waited all night but never heard their name called. South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler was regarded as the best-remaining quarterback in the draft Friday night, per ESPN draft projections. Despite the praise he received he was not selected by any teams after rounds 2 and 3. Meanwhile, The New England Patriots have drafted a weapon for new QB Drake Maye selecting WR Ja’Lynn Polk from Washington. The Atlanta Falcons continued to make moves Friday night drafting DT Ruke Orhorhoro with the 35th overall pick. Rounds 4-7: Saturday, April 27, 12 pm ET TV Channel: ABC/NFL+ NFL Draft 2024 betting

  • iD Mobile bargain offers ‘fair condition’ iPhone that’s ‘impossibly good’ for £23 per month with 500GB data
    on April 27, 2024 at 4:00 am

    I’VE found an excellent deal on a refurbished Apple iPhone 13 that provides tons of data without breaking the bank. For just £22.99 per month and a modest £9 upfront, customers can enjoy 500GB of data on the iD Mobile network. Mobiles.co.ukOpting for refurbished tech can give you access to the most popular handsets with huge data allowances at a low cost.[/caption] Refurbished Apple iPhone 13, 500GB data, £22.99p/m (£9 upfront) BUY FROM MOBILES.CO.UK I spotted this deal on the Mobiles.co.uk website, which offers a wide variety of refurbished handsets. Among these, the deal on the refurbished iPhone 13 in particular caught my eye. You’ll get a generous 500GB of data for only £22.99 per month, which is more than sufficient for the average user (I know I couldn’t even come close to using all of that.) Given that it has only been on the market for two years and remains a highly sought-after model, its current price is a fantastic bargain. It’s graded as being in “fair condition,” and offers an economical way to get your hands on a high-end Apple handset without compromising on features. We know that refurbished tech might raise concerns among shoppers about quality, but these models come fully reconditioned and are in full working order. The phone boasts a 6.1-inch Super Retina display, a 12MP dual-camera system, and the A15 Bionic Chip, which is only one generation behind the current chip in the flagship iPhone. It comes with a 12-month guarantee against faults, accessories like a charging cable, and delivered fully data wiped and factory reset, providing a fresh start for new users. Importantly, battery health is guaranteed to be at least 80%, ensuring that the phone retains sufficient charge capacity to meet your daily needs. For greater confidence in your potential purchase, we recommend checking out our Senior Tech Writer Matt Breen’s in-depth guide to refurbished tech. Sean Keach, The Sun’s Tech Editor, had the opportunity to test the iPhone 13 for his review and described it as “impossibly good.” He remarked, “It’s seriously fast, and the iPhone 13 absolutely flies. Tests suggest it destroys Android rivals, which is amazing given the price.” If you’re looking for an affordable option and don’t mind skipping the latest models, the refurbished iPhone 12 might be the perfect middle ground. Currently, Mobiles.co.uk has a payday offer on the iPhone 12 with 300GB for only £18.99 per month, plus an upfront cost of £19.99. If that deal has got you weighing up your options, check out our comparison of the iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12 to help determine which is best for you. On the flipside, we spotted another fantastic deal on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, which launched in January. Our deal finder, Rhys Melhado-Thompson, discovered an offer for the flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra phone for just £45 per month, which includes a free tablet valued at £349. Refurbished Apple iPhone 13, 500GB data, £22.99 per month (£9 upfront) BUY FROM MOBILES.CO.UK APPLE HANDSETS HEAD TO HEAD WHICH GEN? iPhone 13 vs iPhone 14: Apple phones compared WHICH to choose? iPhone 13 vs iPhone 13 Pro - what's the difference? Whether it’s refurbished tech or the latest drops, we’re always searching 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.

  • Arne Slot to become new Liverpool manager as £9.4m deal agreed for Feyenoord boss to replace Jurgen Klopp
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:50 pm

    ARNE SLOT is poised to be confirmed as Liverpool’s next manager after a compensation deal with Feyenoord of £9.4million was agreed in principle. The Dutchman, 45, is set to succeed outgoing Anfield legend Jurgen Klopp at the end of the Eredivisie season in mid-May. GettyArne Slot is heading for Liverpool in May[/caption] GettyJurgen Klopp has announced he is leaving Liverpool this summer[/caption] Negotiations with Holland giants Feyenoord are understood to have been finalised for £7.7million plus £1.7m in add-ons. The compensation deal, which could reach up to £9.4million, was agreed on Friday evening. Liverpool are also reportedly adding moves for Slot’s right-hand man Sipke Hulshoff, who has spent time with the Holland national team. The Reds are also keen to poach Feyenoord’s head of performance Ruben Peeters and analyst Etienne Reijnen. And it’s also been reported that Slot‘s contract details at Liverpool have been sorted out. His incoming appointment is expected to be confirmed within days. Klopp, 56, revealed in January he would end his nine-year Anfield reign once the campaign was over. He guided Liverpool to Champions League glory in 2019 and the Prem title the following year. BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS But Wednesday’s 2-0 loss at Everton left the Reds third in the table – three points off leaders Arsenal and two behind Manchester City, who have a game in hand. Klopp said of Slot’s expected arrival: “I’m not involved in the process, just to clarify that. Liverpool go Dutch WHO'S who in the Liverpool dugout next season. Manager Arne Slot, 45 Slot has led Feyenoord for three seasons, wining the Eredivisie title in 2023 and the KNVB Cup in  2024. A former footballer in Holland, he is known to be a perfectionist and favours attacking football like Jurgen Klopp. Assistant manager Sipke Hulshoff, 49 Hulshoff currently serves as Ronald Koeman’s assistant manager with the Holland national team and also works alongside Slot at Feyenoord. He has had two spells as manager at little-known Dutch side Cambuur. Head of performance Ruben Peeters, 31 A former fitness coach at Genk, Peeters has been working with Slot at Feyenoord since 2021.  The Belgian has a Master’s Degree in Sports Sciences. Chief analyst Etienne Reijnen, 37 Former centre back who retired from football in 2020 to move into coaching. In October 2023, Reijnen joined Feyenoord as assistant coach, to focus on analysing and providing technical advise to Arne Slot. “What I like a lot about it, if he is the one, is that he really wants to take the job. He is desperate. So ‘come on, let’s go for it’. Excited. “I like the way his team plays football, definitely. “All the things I hear about him – some people I know know him, I don’t know him yet – but some people tell me that he’s a really good guy, and I like that a lot. It’s the best job in the world, best club in the world Jurgen Klopp “So, good coach, good guy, looking forward for the club. If he’s the solution, or the man, then I’m more than happy. “It’s not up to me to judge these things but it all sounds really good to me. “It’s the best job in the world, best club in the world. Obviously now, I help even by not finishing on a high – it looks like – so there’s space for improvement. “It’s great job, fantastic people. He would take a really interesting job.” Slot was a solid, goalscoring midfielder during 18 years as a player. He notched 50 goals in 164 games in a seven-year stint at first club Zwolle. Then came five years with NAC Breda and a spell with Sparta Rotterdam from 2007-10 before he returned to Zwolle to finish his playing career. Not surprisingly, it was at Zwolle where Slot turned to coaching after he retired on the pitch in 2013. Slot snubbed Spurs, hates defending and has a PASS named after him By Dan King LIVERPOOL managerial target Arne Slot was a good enough player to have a type of pass named after him. But it is as a manager that the Feyenoord head coach is really making his mark. Like another bald Dutchman, Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag, Slot earned his stripes bossing smaller sides before being given a chance at one of the Netherlands’ big three. But the question Liverpool are pondering is whether Slot would make a better fist of running one of the biggest clubs in the world than Ten Hag so far has at Old Trafford. Slot, 45, was certainly easier on the eye as a player than centre back Ten Hag. “The Arne Slot Ball” was something he perfected as a silky No 10 – a back-to-goal, first-time, 180-degree spin and flick behind the defensive line for a winger to run on to deep in the opposition half. Click here to read all about the incoming Liverpool boss. He then bossed Dutch second-tier club Cambur in 2016-17 and took the Alkmaar job two years later. Slot then landed one of the top jobs in Holland football when Feyenoord came calling in December 2020. Now he is expected to head to Liverpool after the Dutch domestic campaign finishes on May 19. The news comes 24 hours after Sky Sports journalist Gary Cotterill was grabbed and held away from the former AZ Alkmaar chief when he tried to question him over the move. Cotterill was blocked off by a member of the manager’s entourage. Slot smiled at the time but was unwilling to divulge any details. What they have said about Arne Slot MATT WADE, head of sporting strategy at Feyenoord “He is a brilliant communicator, and consultative, but also clear at the same time. “He is quite cautious, quite introverted, but very rule based and principled, which means everyone knows where they stand. “And he is not paranoid, which allows freedom for specialists to operate.” SANDER WESTERVELD, former Liverpool goalkeeper and team-mate of Arne Slot “When I played with Arne at Sparta, you could see that he would become a coach. “He was a leader, a No10 midfielder and someone who would change tactics by himself. “The job he has done at Feyenoord makes him the perfect fit for Liverpool.” Dutch football journalist MARCEL VAN DER KRAAN “I’ve followed Feyenoord for 40 years. Not since the days of Johan Cruyff at Ajax in the 1980s has there been a coach so attack-minded in the Dutch league. “Cruyff only had a few disciples who followed him and one of them was Pep Guardiola.” Arsenal star REISS NELSON who played 31 games under Slot on loan at Feyenoord “I felt like Arne Slot is a great manager. He really got me into my rhythm. “He gave me a lot of opportunities to play and I excelled.”

  • Shoppers rush to Aldi as beloved Tequila Rose dupe returns to shelves for a third cheaper than original bottles
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:36 pm

    ALDI shoppers are racing to get their hands on a Tequila Rose dupe and not only does it taste ‘gorgeous’, but it’s super affordable too.  So if you’re a fan of creamed liquor, you’ll need to check this out. ALDIFans are rushing to Aldi after they announced they were brining back a Tequila Rose dupe[/caption] Budget-friendly brand Aldi has created their very own dupe of Tequila Rose, Loquito Strawberry Cream Tequila. Available in stores now, the ready-to-drink delight boasts a delicious blend of sweet strawberry cream flavour with the supermarket’s enticingly rich Loquito tequila. Costing £9.99 a bottle instead of its competitor’s £14.50, Aldi’s Tequila is a great money-saving find. MORE AMAZING DUPES Meanwhile, sweet-toothed shoppers have been going wild for a new delicious dupe that they claim is even better than Cadbury’s. Costing just £1.39, the chocolate bar appears to be modelled on Cadbury’s Dairy Milk Marvellous Creations treat – but it’s 60p cheaper. Marvellous Creations is a beloved bar brimming with popping candy and jelly sweets. Curious Inventions is made by Aldi’s own Dairyfine. As well as being the same weight as the Cadbury version at 160g, it also has the same sweet surprises hidden inside the milk chocolate. One Facebook User took to the platform to rave about the dupe. They posted a picture of Aldi’s remake and wrote: “I didn’t think I would ever say this but it’s better than Cadbury.” “It really is good chocolate,” wrote one, while another said: “Need to try this.” It is not just food dupes from Aldi that have shoppers in a frenzy. beauty fans can also pick up a bargain on dupes of their favourite brands. Perfume fans have been rushing to stock up on dupes of Prada, Giorgio Armani. The discounter has launched miniature dupes of under the Lacura brand and fans are obsessed. Meanwhile, one Aldi worker has revealed how you can get up to 50% off your shop and the exact time to bag a deal.

  • Shakira, 47, stuns in unbuttoned sheer playsuit and chunky gold belt as she talks divorce
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:15 pm

    SHAKIRA’S lips don’t lie — as she talks about life after her split. The Colombian Hips Don’t Lie singer, 47, wore a sheer playsuit and a chunky black and gold belt for an interview with magazine Marie Claire. Nicolas Gerardin / Marie ClaireShakira wore a sheer playsuit and a chunky black and gold belt for an interview with magazine Marie Claire[/caption] Nicolas Gerardin / Marie ClaireShakira separated from ex-footballer Gerard Pique in June 2022 after 11 years[/caption] Shakira separated from ex-footballer Gerard Pique in June 2022 after 11 years. She said: “I always thought I was a weak and fragile person. “Now there are less things I fear.” The singer has now reportedly found love with British actor Lucien Laviscount after he played the love interest in her latest music video. Lucien, 31, appeared alongside Shakira in the video for her single Punteria with rumours quickly swirling that they were more than just co-stars. Now insiders have revealed the duo are an item – but pals are worried the Emily in Paris actor is only in it for fame. A source told the Daily Mail: “Shakira is desperate to fall in love – but her friends are concerned because Lucien has slowly crept his way up the celebrity ladder while dating women who were all less famous than Shakira. “Her friends fear he just wants people to know his name and she provides that. “They are seeing each other but are not heavily involved yet.” Nicolas Gerardin / Marie ClaireShakira covers the ‘Power Issue’ of Marie Claire magazine[/caption]

  • Freya Allan wows in barely there outfit at premiere of her new film
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:12 pm

    ACTRESS Freya Allan goes from apes to gapes at the premiere of her latest film. The 22-year-old’s top left little to the imagination at the first UK showing of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes in central London’s South Bank. GettyActress Freya Allan is snapped at the premiere of her latest film[/caption] GettyFreya features in new film Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes[/caption] She plays Mae/Nova, a feral woman who joins a chimpanzee on a journey to determine apes and humans’ futures. Freya is a British actress born on September 6, 2001. In The Witcher, Freya plays Cirilla, Princess of a fallen kingdom, who is the under the protection of The Witcher. She has also been featured in the AMC series, Into the Badlands. This week Netflix announced that its upcoming fourth series of The Witcher would be its last. Following The Witcher’s success on the streaming platform, Netflix had devised a spin-off series titled The Rats. It would have focused on the group of renegades Ciri (Freya) joined at the end of season three. However, plans for the spin-off, intended to be a prequel series with six to eight episodes, have now been shelved. Having premiered in December 2019, a total of 24 episodes have aired to date. The story comes from Polish writer Andrzej Sapkowski’s book series of the same name, spanning six novels and 15 short stories. APAllan plays Mae/Nova, a feral woman who joins apes on a journey[/caption]

  • Mayor of London Sadiq Khan issues grovelling apology to UK’s Chief Rabbi for suggesting he was Islamophobic
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:08 pm

    SADIQ Khan last night issued a grovelling apology to the UK’s Chief Rabbi for suggesting he was Islamophobic. The London Mayor said his Gaza ceasefire call had drawn harsher criticism from Jewish leaders than demands by other mayors, such as Manchester’s Andy Burnham. London Mayor Sadiq Khan has apologised to the UK’s Chief Rabbi for suggesting he was IslamophobicGetty Sadiq had first claimed he was unfairly criticised by Sir Ephraim MirvisEPA Talking to broadcaster Mehdi Hasan, Mr Khan said: “What motivated them to come out in the way they did against the mayor of London? “I’ll give you a clue, he’s not called ‘Ahmed Bourani’, he’s called Andy Burnham — whereas I’m called Sadiq Khan.” His comments sparked fury by implying Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis had been Islamophobic. Mr Khan later apologised saying: “I deeply regret my comments.” Tory party chairman Richard Holden blasted Mr Khan, accusing him of knowing “exactly” what he was doing with “his dirty dog whistle politics” against the Chief Rabbi.Home Secretary James Cleverly has criticised the Mayor for focusing on foreign politics and not making London’s streets safe. He said this week: “Sadiq talks more about Gaza than black kids getting stabbed in South East London. “This is our capital city and ten million people are being failed. “He’s been asleep at the wheel.”

  • Major brand’s one-of-a-kind hypercar based on Hollywood blockbuster goes on the market for eye-watering price
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:05 pm

    A RARE edition of a world-leading hypercar is heading to auction for an eye-watering prize. The one-of-a-kind motor is styled in homage to a Hollywood blockbuster. Cover ImagesThe ultra-rare Bugatti Veyron was specially commissioned by the owner[/caption] mediadrumimagesThe eye-catching design work culminates to form the iconic Autobot logo along the bonnet[/caption] mediadrumimagesThe Transformers logo inlaid between the seats[/caption] mediadrumimagesThe posh interior of the hypercar that’s worth millions of pounds[/caption] This Bugatti Veyron was specially commissioned by an original owner who wanted the two-seater to be based on the Transformers movie franchise. An entirely one-off specification, this is undoubtedly one of the most recognisable Veyrons to exist. It is not a cheap aftermarket design job – the hypercar left the assembly line in this unique bodywork. The Veyron has a one-off Transformers theme that features a livery celebrating the iconic franchise in its paintwork that runs throughout the car. The eye-catching design culminates to form the iconic Autobots logo along the bonnet. Finished in light blue with contrasting blue carbon fibre trim, the Veyron sports clear taillights and diamond-cut wheels. The theme of the exterior paintwork carries through to the car’s interior, with matching two-tone blue and black leather and contrasting stitching throughout. A Transformers logo is inlaid between the seats, mimicking the car’s paintwork. Originally, the headrests were upholstered with the owner’s first name but were later retrimmed to remove the name. The Grand Sport Vitesse model pairs the 1,200 bhp quad-turbo W-16 engine with open-top bodywork, making for a truly unforgettable driving experience. Acquired by its current owner eight years ago, it has been driven just under 5,200 km from new and presents in excellent condition throughout. It is capable of achieving 0–100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 410 km/h, making it the fastest production roadster ever built. The rare edition was built in Bugatti’s factory in Molsheim in September 2014, after which it was sent to the US. Once arriving stateside, the car was first seen in Los Gatos, California in July of 2015, and then it appeared at McCall’s Motorworks Revival during Monterey Car Week just a few short weeks later. Later that year, it was displayed at the San Francisco International Auto Show before returning to Europe to its current owner. With just 3,200 miles on the clock, the car seems as good as new – and is also covered by Bugatti’s Passport Tranquilite service plan through the end of 2024. Throughout the 10-year production spell, Buggati only built 450 Veyrons across different editions – making the model a rare species. And this exclusive design adds to the rarity of the hypercar. Bidding for the auction opens on May 1 and will run till May 3. While the pre-listing price of the rare hypercar has not been revealed yet, the car is likely to go beyond £2million – the original value of the motor. Buggati's latest adventure Boffins at the supercar manufacturer are working around the clock on a top-secret project. The only detail confirmed so far is that the hypercar will feature an internal combustion engine. Experts have speculated the motor could feature an 8.3-litre V16 developed by Cosworth. Former Bugatti Director of Design, Achim Anscheidt, said last year the car is going to be “even more amazing” than the fearsome Mistral. He said: “It’s going to be amazing, proportionally, technologically, in terms of innovation, in terms of unexpectedness. “It’s going to blow people out of the water completely, and it’s a true joy to work on this.” mediadrumimagesThe theme of the exterior paintwork carries through to the car’s interior[/caption] Cover ImagesThe Grand Sport Vitesse model pairs the 1,200 bhp quad-turbo W-16 engine with open-top bodywork[/caption]

  • I’m a Gardening pro – here’s 10 ways you could be breaking the law in your outside space
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:01 pm

    IT’S around now that a lot of gardeners are planning big changes to their outside spaces. But did you know that there’s laws, rules and regulations around what you can and cannot have outside? GettyTrampolines can be an invasion of privacy – be careful where you place them.[/caption] GettyPonds can cause problems too[/caption] You can be fined hundreds to thousands of pounds, and even be told to rip down your latest installation if it breaks planning laws. Here’s a few helpful tips to keep you on the right side of the lawn – just make sure you check your local regulations. Gardening expert Allan Jeffrey at Ultra Decking told me: “If your decking is higher than 30cm above ground or covers more than 50 percent of your total garden space, it’s likely that you need planning permission. “Garden buildings can transform your space but certain areas have restrictions on the size and location of these buildings – so check before you build. “It all depends on the size of your pond, but larger ones with deep excavation may need permission. You also need to consider how close to a boundary or other building your water feature is.” He added: “There are also regulations on how high treehouses can be, how close they are to boundaries and other properties, and whether they will cause any damage to trees.” I’ve also discovered planning permission is needed if you wish to erect or add to a fence, wall or gate where: it would be over one metre high and fronting a road used by vehicles, or over two metres high elsewhere. If a window has received light for more than 20 years then it is against the Rights of Light Act to plant a tree and block it. Trampolines should not be placed anywhere that people using them can see into neighbours’ gardens or homes when they are bouncing – that is because it is an invasion of privacy. It’s a criminal offence to allow a non-native invasive species to spread into the wild – which carries penalties of hefty fines. Any sign of Japanese Knotweed and it will affect the sale of your house and your mortgage. And there’s a ban on growing giant hogweed, Green Alkanet, Broad Leaf Dock, Rhododendron Ponticon and Himalayan Balsam. And never, ever, remove an active bird’s nest. suppliedAllan Jeffrey from Ultra Decking has lots of advice on law breaking in your garden[/caption] FLOWER POWER The theme for the 2024 National Gardening Week –  which starts on Monday through to Friday, is ‘Knowledge is Flower.’ All week, experts at the RHS will be on hand myth-busting, debunking and demystifying the wonderful world of gardening. From how to avoid common pitfalls with your plants, to dig or not to dig, fertilise or not fertilise and whether vinegar makes good weedkiller – the RHS has it covered. The week begins with the RHS Big Seed Sow where thousands of packets of free seeds will be on offer with tips on how to grow them, and with experts, friends and show-class growers sharing their top tips and myths throughout the rest of the week. For more information on events, and ideas on what you can do at home, visit www.rhs.org.uk/get-involved/national-gardening-week GettyGlow up your garden with tons of RHS advice in National Gardening Week[/caption] BEHIND CLOSED DOORS THE Prime Minister‘s garden at Downing Street will join over 100 unique places, not normally open to the public, taking part in London Open Gardens weekend on June 8 and 9th. This annual event supports the charitable work of London Parks and Gardens to protect the capital’s city parks. Tickets  for two tours on June 8 at Downing Street, as well as various other gardens in London, will be issued through a random public ballot system. Visit https://londongardenstrust.org/log2024 for more information. The Downing Street ballot is open until midnight on May 7th AlamyThis is Downing Street gardens.[/caption] TRACK THE KILLER HORNET The British Beekeepers Association has launched an app to help track the dangerous yellow-legged Asian Hornet wreaking havoc across Britain. Download the Asian Hornet Watch app to report sightings. Visit www.bbka.org.uk for more information GettyYellow legged hornets decimate bee populations and a real menace to nature[/caption] THIS WEEK’S JOB Time to deadhead your tulips. Simply nip off the seedhead in order to save the plants energy. Leave them to die back naturally to give them more of chance of returning next year – and you can give them a cheeky feed with something like Tomorite to help them for next year. GettyTulips can look quite battered by now, but a bit of help will bring them back next year[/caption] THIS WEEK’S TIP Now is a good time to paint your fence – and black or dark grey is the new trend. It really invigorates the wood and makes your flower colours pop. AlamyPainting your fence black can really transform your garden.[/caption] SAVE! Get your hedges in order (first checking for birds nests) with this swanky Stiga hedge trimmer for £169 StigaThis Stiga hedge cutter is battery powered and perfect for tackling tricky hedges[/caption] Or try the Argos version for just £35. ArgosThis Argos hedge cutter is a steal at just £35[/caption] WIN! PROTECT your precious plants with a collection of beneficial nematodes from Nemasys. Three winners will get one box of Nemoslug, one Fruit and Veg, one Leatherjackets, one Ants and one Vine Weevil – in a prize totalling £69.95. For extra details and to enter, visit www.thesun.co.uk/NEMASYS or fill in this FORM Or write to Sun Nemasys competition, PO Box 3190, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8GP. Include your name, age, email or phone. UK residents 18+ only. Ends 23.59GMT 11.05.24. Full T&C’s HERE suppliedThis Nemasys Nematode collection should see the end of slugs in your garden[/caption] LEARN!! Q. We have lots of Camelia blooms but they are now turning brown,what can be causing this? John Odell, via email. A. Usually frost is the culprit – especially if it’s followed by direct early morning Sun. But if you haven’t seen any of that recently, it may be due to underwatering when the buds were forming – make sure they get plenty of water in late Summer and early Spring. If its flecks of brown it could be Camelia Flower blight or grey mould. Make sure you dispose of the fallen blooms, don’t compost them. AlamyCamelia’s can go brown if they haven’t been watered while the buds were forming[/caption]

  • Horoscope today, April 27, 2024: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:01 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 The real adventure is about to begin, especially in a love sense. Even partners who assume they know each other inside out have so much to learn today. Single? Try again to connect with a “C” love option. Neighbours who work together can win together. A regular Saturday show can include a familiar face. Your weekly horoscope for Saturday  TAURUS April 21 to May 21 You love luxury – but not at any price. Today you are full of ideas on how to get more, for less. These are worth following up. Secret skills from a family’s past can suddenly show up today – in you or someone close. Passion may require sacrifice, but set a limit on this, and stick to it. Luck walks a red carpet. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions GEMINI May 22 to June 21 ou may feel torn in several family directions at once. Instead of trying to keep everyone happy, focus on finding your own light first. Then everything else can start to fall into place. A group that may have seemed too loud – or too quiet – for you can make the right noises today. One of them is a love call . . . Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions CANCER June 22 to July 22 It’s a new feeling for you to be focused on personal success, but with Mercury’s positive leadership, you can get used to it. It is far from selfish to want better things for yourself, including a love bond who values you. If you’re single, a sports medal can identify someone special. Luck plays “R” music. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions LEO July 23 to August 23 Your chart is a creative hub all day – so step away from chores if you can and let your imagination go. No idea is a bad idea – everything today has potential. But if you know there are skills you can improve, start by addressing this. Your love profile is one big adventure – there are no rules for romance. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Most read in The Sun KNOCK OUT Moment Brit mum is sucker-punched & knocked to ground by Thai security guard PURE EVIL How teacher confessed to slaughtering cheat boyfriend in chilling diary entries SKY GOODBYE Sky axe popular football show as 'gutted' producer posts emotional statement GIGGSY'S TREBLE Ryan Giggs to become dad for 3rd time aged 50 with model, 36 oh baby! Peter Andre reveals 'number one choice' for daughter's name but Emily 'isn't keen' TRAD TRAP I was a proud trad wife - I had a nice car and house but I'd cry myself to sleep VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Mars is no-nonsense today when it comes to deals. If you need to walk away, you can, and find something or someone else is right there, waiting for you. A family moon indicates that emotional strength increases when it is shared so don’t set limits on how much you’ll say or do, especially for someone older. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions GettyMars is no-nonsense today when it comes to deals[/caption] LIBRA September 23 to October 23 The shrewd common sense of Mercury takes your chart to a calm place where you are in charge, and can decide who and what you want to keep in your life. A ­communication thread that may have been cut short is running again – and you can get involved. A career linked to ­celebrations can be part of your future 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 You can be one of the more stubborn signs – so take time today to think through your approach to a loyalty question. Perhaps you are expecting too much or giving too little. Helping out someone who works weekends can get you thinking of a new career direction, but can also spark out-of-the-blue attraction. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 Talking or writing about yourself with a comedy twist can be such a satisfying success path. It’s the key to many truths about your mind and your heart. Try this today, even just for yourself. ­Saturn adds strength to a family situation and helps you manage something difficult, from a meal to a conversation Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Knowing yourself means accepting yourself as someone not perfect, but doing their best. This can help stop you feeling you never get a fair share of time or opportunities. Saturn helps you set your own standards in love and life. A long-running contest with an unusual “P” prize can be a great place to start. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions SuppliedKnowing yourself means accepting yourself as someone not perfect, but doing their best[/caption] AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 Venus may make you over-generous with feelings today, while Mars encourages over-spending. In both situations, you can win new friends, even partners – but they may not be the right ones. So stay on the side of caution. An address linked to a past (or future) holiday can be your hot luck connection. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions PISCES February 19 to March 20 If you’ve been holding any fake ambitions close, it’s time to let them go. Recognise these by the way they leave you cold, instead of firing up your heart. Mars takes charge today, assisted by Venus, to help get your true priorities lined up. These may not be what you expect, but you will instantly feel their worth.. Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

  • Win a bundle of nematodes to get rid of slugs in your garden
    on April 26, 2024 at 11:01 pm

    PROTECT your precious plants with a collection of beneficial nematodes from Nemasys. Three winners will get one box of Nemoslug, one Fruit and Veg, one Leatherjackets, one Ants and one Vine Weevil – in a prize totalling £69.95. suppliedThis collection of nemadodes will help get rid of slugs in your garden[/caption] Nematodes are biological control in the form of parasitic worms that you can water into your garden. They swim through the soil and once they’ve found a slug, they attach themselves like a parasite. They then release bacteria into the host’s body to kill them, then eat the host. To enter fill in the form below Or write to Sun Nemasys competition, PO Box 3190, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8GP. Include your name, age, email or phone. UK residents 18+ only. Ends 23.59GMT 11.05.24. Full T&C’s HERE GettyUse Nematodes as a biological weapon to rid your garden of slugs[/caption]

  • I won the Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? jackpot but gave it away – I’m happier without it… I don’t need flashy things
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:53 pm

    A MAN who won the Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? jackpot has revealed how he’s happier since giving away a chunk of his winnings. Donald Fear, 61, is one of only six contestants who answered all 15 questions correctly to scoop the life-changing sum on the hit ITV quiz show. PADonald Fear bagged the one million pound jackpot in 2020[/caption] PAThe doting dad-of-four gave away 70 per cent of the jackpot[/caption] His brother Davyth (left) also won on the show After the confetti rained down on the dad-of-four in 2020, humble Donald celebrated with a UK caravan holiday. The history and politics teacher from Telford, Shropshire, has since decided to take an early retirement thanks to his the windfall. However, he doesn’t have the whole million to fall back on. Donald gave away £700,000 to family and friends – and it was “the best thing” he could have done. He told MailOnline: “It hasn’t really been life-changing as people would think because he decided to help the family so much which was lovely. “I think we’ve got quite simple tastes really. We don’t go for big flashy things. “That was the nice thing – that everyone benefited.” Donald only used one of his lifelines – the 50/50 option – to reach the final moment. Shortly after the win, Donald said he wanted to give away 70 per cent of his winnings because his loved ones suffered so much during lockdown. He previously said: “There are some in my family who are struggling financially. Well, not now they’re not. “Money isn’t everything, by any means, but you can put people in the cocoon against life’s misfortunes. And this is my chance. “My daughter’s partner lost his job and she has gone down to part-time hours. It’s pretty clear that once ­furlough payments end, she will probably be out of a job as well. “Many of the family are struggling under very high mortgage payments, my sister for instance is, she just turned 60 and she still has a mortgage which has got about eight years to run on it.” Even more astonishingly, Donald’s brother Davyth won £500,000 on the show in 2019. Asked for the secret behind Donald and Davyth’s success, their dad Jim said at the time: “It’s a consistent childhood of quizzes over the table. “They’ve been answering quiz questions from the age of two or three.”

  • Iconic Noughties rock stars reunite ahead of UK tour – and fans are convinced they’ve ‘worked out’ new member
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:53 pm

    NOUGHTIES rock fans are moshing for joy after an iconic band finally reunited on stage before they prepare to head to the UK. Heavy metal band Slipknot were spotted performing together at a tiny ‘honky tonk bbq restaurant’ called Pappy + Harriett’s in California last weekend. Rock band Slipknot is heading to the UK this yearRex GettyThe band has a new drummer after Jay Weinberg was dropped[/caption] INSTAGRAMSlipknot has been teasing his identity with pictures like these[/caption] The wild group are gearing up for a tour across America and Europe – including the UK – to celebrate their 25th anniversary. And they have a brand new member to boot. Staying true to form, Slipknot head-banged away during the energetic and chaotic performance in California and they kept their faces hidden behind their trademark masks. Drummer Jay Weinberg was the second drummer of the band from 2014 but he was reportedly ‘fired’ last November due to “creative issues”. Weinberg’s replacement was on stage performing in California and fans are convinced they have worked out his identity. Rumours are rife that Brazilian drummer Eloy Casagrande has taken over from Weinberg – and the band has been fuelling the fire. Last month, they shared a photograph of snapped drumsticks on Instagram with the caption: “Rehearsal.” Writing on Reddit, one Slipknot fan said: “As most of you probably know Slipknot fired Jay Weinberg last year. “Some have speculated that Eloy Casagrande (ex drummer for Sepultura) would be replacing him. “This morning the official Slipknot X page posted a photo of Casagrande’s signature sticks broken in half with the word ‘Rehearsal’ above it. “I don’t know about you, but it seems like Slipknot just confirmed he is the drummer. Or they’re just trolling.” Replying, another music lover said: “Hard to say. This would be the first actual bit of evidence to suggest it is Eloy, but considering how hard the fanbase has been rising the theory over nothing at all, the band could also be doing this as a troll. “Be nice if it was him though. He’s a killer drummer.” Slipknot was formed in the US in 1995 and it has seen several lineups over the years. For a decade, they performed as a nine-piece and enjoyed success the world over despite their aggressive image. Several band member swaps took place following the death of bassist Paul Gray in 2010. Another member, former drummer Joey Jordiso, passed away in 2021. Slipknot still has nine members, with five longstanding ones, and will be travelling to the UK later this year. The rock artists will perform at Leeds, Glasgow, Manchester and Birmingham in December, before finishing up at London’s O2 Arena on December 20 and 21. They will also be visiting Germany, Amsterdam, Switzerland and France during their European leg. The tour, which will see them perform in Mexico and Brazil, marks Slipknot’s 25th anniversary. Jay is said to have left Slipknot over ‘creative’ issuesRex AlamySlipknot fans are convinced Brazilian drummer Eloy Casagrande has replaced Jay[/caption] Slipknot celebrates its 25th anniversary this yearRex

  • Premier League clubs ‘in talks to enter shock new competition’ just days after FA Cup replays scrapped
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:52 pm

    “RIDICULOUS” plans for a new competition after FA Cup replays were scrapped have angered fans. The Premier League are reportedly in talks over a format involving 16 of their Under-21 teams and 16 National League sides. PAThe FA Cup will lose replays but the National League could yet face fixture congestion via another competition[/caption] GettySheffield United boss Chris Wilder blasted the axing of FA Cup replays[/caption] Supporters blasted the suggestion – having already joined many clubs and managers from the Prem down in slating the FA for ditching FA Cup replays from next season. But the idea of a new 32-team event might be the reason the National League shocked lovers of grassroots football by BACKING the replay axe. That’s because the fifth tier could profit financially from the plan for an EFL Trophy-style competition, as revealed by the The Athletic. It would see four regional groups of eight teams, with the National League teams playing the U-21 sides at home. It’s understood the host NL clubs would keep all the gate money plus half the prize money. The rest of the cash would be split between the eight NL teams not competing in the tournament, as well as all the NL North and NL South sides – meaning 56 clubs in all. The National League’s top 16 teams would take part – with the two clubs promoted from there into the EFL replaced by the two relegated sides going in the opposite direction. The Athletic’s Matt Slater posted on X: “When is fixture congestion OK? A: When it’s subsidised by the PL.” BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS And most fans appeared to agree with his withering reaction. One wrote: “This is ridiculous. No one wants u21 sides in the EFL trophy. The national league boss wants less fixture congestion. So why is this needed? Keep FA cup replays.” Another argued: “What a ridiculous idea. So they now want to ruin the FA Cup AND the FA Trophy? This is appalling.” And a third said: “How can the National League look at this year’s fixture congestion and think the answer is more games?” However, one supporter posted: “I am no doubt in a minority but I do enjoy the more unusual competitions, including the EFL Trophy. “Cheap tickets, lots of games, get to play teams you wouldn’t normally. Random nature of it with teams not chasing promotion means unlikely teams make the last stages too.”

  • I keep my kitchen spotless with genius 30p hack using common household item… and it saves me hundreds
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:47 pm

    CLEANING your kitchen doesn’t have to be an expensive endeavour, with one handy tool most likely already in your possession. The easily-available cleaning product can be purchased at your local supermarket for 30p and used to prevent sink blockages. GettyA common household product can be used to prevent blocked sinks[/caption] GettyUsers will be able to save hundreds by not having to call for help to fix blocked drains[/caption] Lemons are not just for consumption, according to experts, but can also be used to keep your bathroom and kitchen spotless. The peels are particularly useful in preventing sink blockages. All you need to do to maintain a clear and fresh sink is cut the peels into strips, place them in your sink drain, and flush them with boiling water every few weeks. Plumbworld experts explained that lemon peels make for an effective cleaning product as they are rich in citric acid. The citric acid is highly effective at breaking down grease and grime, especially when added to the drain along with boiling water. Heat enhances the citric acid’s ability to dissolve fat deposits and other substances that lead to clogs, the experts said. The technique helps to clear existing minor blockages and even prevents the formation of new ones, saving users hundreds of pounds as they will not have to pay to repair blocked drains. A Plumbworld spokesperson said: “Regularly using lemon peels in your sink drain can significantly reduce the need for professional plumbing services. “Over time, blockages can become severe enough to require costly interventions. “By keeping your drains clear using this simple lemon peel trick, you might avoid these hefty expenses altogether.” The spokesperson added that the natural antibacterial properties of citric acid found in lemon peels help to keep kitchen drains sanitary. They continued: “This can be particularly important in preventing the spread of bacteria that can cause illness.” Using your lemon peels not only assigns a purpose to leftovers, but also promotes a healthier approach to home cleaning. The peels contain natural oils that create a slippery coating that prevents waste from sticking to the sides of pipes. As the peels decompose, they release substances called saponins which act like a detergent and cleanse the plumbing from within. The clean smell of lemon that will waft from the drainage is just an added bonus of using this cheap trick to clean your kitchen.

  • Top Tory ridiculed ‘for confusing Rwanda and neighbouring country it is fighting’
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:46 pm

    A SENIOR Tory has been ridiculed for appearing to confuse Rwanda and the neighbouring country it is fighting. Home Office minister Chris Philp asked whether “Rwanda is a different country from Congo” on BBC TV’s Question Time. PAHome Office minister Chris Philp asked whether ‘Rwanda is a different country from Congo’ on BBC TV’s Question Time[/caption] PAShadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting looked bemused by his answer[/caption] His comment, coming the day his government’s Rwanda deportation plan became law, brought laughter from the audience. He was responding to a question from an audience member on whether his family from the Democratic Republic of Congo would be sent to Rwanda if they came to the UK — despite long-standing tensions between the two African countries. Mr Philp said: “No, I think there’s an exclusion on people from Rwanda being sent to Rwanda.” When the audience member shouted out to correct him, Mr Philp then asked: “Well, Rwanda is a different country from Congo, isn’t it? It’s a different country?” Fellow panellist Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting looked bemused by his answer. Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper later said: “No words.” Shadow immigration minister Stephen Kinnock said the Government was sending £576million to a country they “couldn’t even pick out on a map”. Lib Dem MP Sarah Olney said Thursday night’s exchange, showed that this was “not a serious government”. An ally of Mr Philp suggested his was a rhetorical question. PAThe Question Time crowd ridiculed the politician[/caption]

  • Britney Spears ‘gets nothing’ from dad Jamie as she settles years-long court war and is forced to pay his $2m legal fees
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:41 pm

    BRITNEY Spears and her father Jamie have reportedly settled their legal dispute. From 2008 to 2021, the pop music sensation was under a strict conservatorship, due to the series of public meltdowns, with her father. Britney Spears’ court case with her father Jamie has reportedly come to an endGetty AFPAccording to TMZ, Britney owes her father Jamie Spears more than $2 million[/caption] GettyThe news outlet reported that Britney is ‘furious’ with the outcome[/caption] Since her conservatorship was terminated in 2021, Jamie, 71, and Britney, 42, have still butted heads. The dad-daughter duo was still in a fight regarding his legal fees and his management of her finances during the conservatorship. Jamie was seeking approval from the court for more than $2 million for hiring lawyers during the 13-year conservatorship as well as his current lawyer’s hefty bills. In the end, Britney was ordered to pay her father’s legal bills of more than $2 million, according to TMZ. Sources told the news outlet that Britney is “furious” by the outcome after her lawyer, Mathew Rosengart, told her she has a good chance of winning the case. During his time as the Toxic hitmakers lawyer, Britney has reportedly paid him approximately $4 million. BRIT’S MAJOR WIN In February 2021, a court ruling revealed that Jamie would not have sole control over Britney’s finances. At the time, Britney petitioned the court that she wanted a financial institution to take the place of her father to handle her massive net worth and assets out of fear of her father. Judge Brenda Penny denied Britney’s petition but did appoint Bessemer Trust as a co-conservator. Months later in August, Jamie stepped down as conservator of her estate, meaning that he can make no more decisions when it comes to her money. In court docs, Jamie’s lawyers state, “There are, in fact, no actual grounds for suspending or removing Mr. Spears as the Conservator of the Estate. And it is highly debatable whether a change in conservator at this time would be in Ms. Spears’ best interests. “Nevertheless, even as Mr. Spears is the unremitting target of unjustified attacks, he does not believe that a public battle with his daughter over his continuing service as her conservator would be in her best interests.” At the time, Jamie wanted to work with the court to find a new conservatorship. “Regardless of his formal title, Mr. Spears will always be Ms. Spears’ father, he will always love her unconditionally, and he will always look out for her best interests,” the lawyer said. GettyFor more than a decade, Jamie had full control over Britney’s estate[/caption] THE END OF A LONG BATTLE In September, Britney’s case returned to a Los Angeles courtroom where Judge Penny ruled to rid Jamie of his daughter’s conservatorship, however, it did not mean the end of the conservatorship altogether. In court, Judge Brenda Penny said, “Based on what I read in the filings, and I read everything. I do believe the suspension of Jamie Spears is in the best interest of Britney Spears. “The current situation is unattainable. The court finds the toxic environment Jamie Spears has created needs to be removed today.” Following the judge’s history-making decision, a temporary conservator was put in Jamie’s place for about a month. Since then, Britney has had more control of her estate. THE FREE BRITNEY MOVEMENT Ever since her conservatorship started, fans created a website called FreeBritney.net that launched in 2009. Since the court cases of Britney aiming to rid her father of the conservatorship, fans have been standing beside her to aid as much help as possible. They even started a change.org petition to help Britney pay for a lawyer and got #FreeBritney trending on social media. One month after being freed from her father’s power, Britney took to X, formerly Twitter, to share her thoughts on the Free Britney Movement. She took time to thank her fans for taking the time to raise awareness of her conservatorship. She wrote, “#FreeBritney movement … I have no words. “Because of you guys and your constant resilience in freeing me from my conservatorship. My life is now in that direction !!!!! I cried last night for two hours cause my fans are the best and I know it.” GettyIn 2021, Jamie stepped down as Britney’s conservator[/caption] GC ImagesNow, Britney has more control over her estate[/caption]

  • Two cavalry horses injured in six-mile London rampage expected to recover
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:41 pm

    TWO cavalry horses injured when they bolted six miles through London are expected to recover, it emerged last night. A white steed called Vida was left smeared in blood and stablemate Quaker seriously hurt on Wednesday. PATwo cavalry horses injured during their six-mile London rampage are expected to recover[/caption] Quaker is still being kept under observation at an equine hospital. But defence sources said that after surgery neither was believed to have life-threatening wounds. However vets did warn there was still a threat of shock or infection. The animals from Hyde Park Barracks smashed into a people carrier, a cab and a double-decker after being spooked when builders dropped concrete down a rubbish chute in Belgravia on Wednesday. Two others, named Tennyson and Trojan, also fled. The riders from the Life Guards were thrown and a cyclist was knocked off his bike on Fleet Street. All are recovering. The final two horses were rounded up in Limehouse, East London. An Army tweet said: “All our horses receive highest standards of care.”

  • ITV axes News repeat after viewers’ health concerns over ‘struggling’ presenter
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:40 pm

    BOSSES at ITV axed its News At Ten repeat following concerns from viewers about its presenter. Rageh Omaar, 56, was at the helm of the flagship bulletin, bringing viewers the latest news. ITVRageh Omaar appeared to be unwell while hosting News At Ten[/caption] ITVIn a shock move ITV bosses have now pulled the repeat of News At 10 from its +1 channel[/caption] HandoutDad-of-three Rageh is also the station’s current International Affairs Editor[/caption] However, just minutes into the show those watching at home noticed how the journalist and anchor appeared shaky on screen. During the programme Rageh also struggled to ‘get his words out’ which prompted worry from viewers. When contacted by The Sun, a spokesperson for the broadcaster confirmed he is receiving medical treatment. They said: “We are aware that viewers are concerned about Rageh Omaar’s wellbeing.   “Rageh became unwell while presenting News at Ten on Friday and is now receiving medical care.  “He thanks everyone for their well wishes.” After the scenes, ITV bosses pulled the repeat of News At 10 from its +1 channel. A message on screen said: “We’ll be back soon. We’re temporarily unable to bring you our +1 service. “We will resume shortly.” Taking to social media, one viewers expressed concern for Rageh, with one writing: “What happened to him, is he ok & why didn’t they take him off air?” A second wrote: “Hoping Rageh Omaar got the care he quite clearly needed after the ITV news tonight. Not entirely sure of the context and why he had to continue broadcasting, but I’m sure there will be an explanation in time.” “Really upsetting viewing. Struggling to speak and slurring words,” said a third. While a fourth commented: “I thought he was just having problems with the auto cue but I hope he’s feeling better.” Before joining ITV Rageh first worked for the BBC as the broadcaster’s world affairs correspondent. In 2013 he then became a special correspondent with ITN and then later became a stand-in presenter for ITV News bulletins. The dad-of-three is also the station’s current International Affairs Editor. Rageh was born in Mogadishu, and moved to the UK when he was just two-tears-old. During his time in education, he studied at the Dragon School, Oxford, and Cheltenham College in Gloucestershire.

  • Crisp lovers are only just finding out the little-known reason Walkers is called Lays outside the UK
    on April 26, 2024 at 10:38 pm

    CRISP lovers are only just finding out the little-known reason Walkers is called Lays outside of the UK. Brits often spot the snack in shops and supermarkets under a different name when they are on holiday. AlamyThey were founded in Leicester by Henry Walker in 1948[/caption] AlamyLays look the same but are a little different[/caption] Most holidaymakers ask for Lays when they want Walkers, because the bag looks the same. In 1970, the Walker family sold its business to American food producer, Standard Brands. In 1989 Frito-Lay, a division of PepsiCo, bought the company. So the snack is sold across America and Europe as Lays. But in the UK and Ireland the bag is branded as Walkers, due to the historic associations of the brand across the British isles, The Mirror reports. However, the experts at One Pound Crisps have pointed out that there are a number of differences between Lays and Walkers. They point out that the packaging and flavours differ, although the snacks are essentially the same. The expert said: ” Walkers crisps and Lays crisps are not exactly the same things, although they are very similar. “Both brands offer a range of potato chips and savoury snacks, and they are both owned by the same parent company, PepsiCo. However, there are some differences between the two brands. “They offer similar products in terms of potato crisps and savoury snacks, but they may have differences in flavours, packaging, and other aspects of their products. “The main difference between Walkers crisps and Lays crisps is that they are marketed under different names in different parts of the world. “Walkers is the brand name used in the UK and Ireland,while Lays is the brand name used in most other countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.” However, it appears there are other experts out there. One Quora user said: “The brand that came first was Lays. Walkers, a very successful crisp brand that Americans wanted to copy and bring over to the States due to its success in the UK and amongst theirAmerican Soldiers. “Once Pepsi bought the English company Walkers and the American company Lays, they had a meeting on the name and which toadopt. “They found that the name Walkers was too hard for non-native/fluent English speakers to say due to the W, K and R. “Many people struggle to pronounce these letters in non-English speaking countries and that made international brandingmuch harder. “They [Pepsi] decided to keep the name Walkers in Britain where the concept of these crisps came from but all international sales would be called ‘Lays’ From now on, retaining the original 1930 Lays company name. “The truth is the only reason Lays name still exists is marketing reasons.” Coca Cola and Pepsi are clearly distinct products owned by rival companies. Both brands came out more than 100 years ago and ever since people have been divided other which drink is the best. But now fans of both have put their differences aside to focus on what the logo of the Pepsi can means and its left them blown away. With a recent revamp of the logo, now with the word Pepsi written inside, people have been wondering what it means. The simple logo has three waves of colours in a circle – red, white and blue. It was renamed Pepsi-Cola in 1898, “Pepsi” because it was advertised to relieve dyspepsia (indigestion) and “Cola” referring to the cola flavour. People took to social media sharing their amazement over the historical meaning behind the logo. One person wrote: “Jesus! Didn’t know Pepsi’s logo had SO much meaning infused into it!” Another commented: “Ahhh that’s the meaning of Pepsi’s logo.” Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@the-sun.co.uk and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line.

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।