March 19, 2024

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  • I’m never spending my money on Chanel again after finding a drugstore dupe for their foundation – it’s $16 versus $70
    on March 19, 2024 at 1:59 am

    A MAKEUP enthusiast shared a dupe that wanned her off an expensive luxury foundation for life. Once she discovered the money-saving drugstore alternative, she could never go back to paying $70 again. Lauren revealed the $16 foundation she preferred over Chanel’s $70 productTikTok/lolo.lehnen Lauren (@lolo.lehnen) revealed the beauty dupe in a TikTok video. She explained to viewers that her favorite drugstore products were not only affordable at under $20 but were also a “need.” On a trip to the drugstore, she picked up the $16 Covergirl Simply Ageless Skin Perfection Essence foundation. “I’m never spending my money on Chanel again. Ever since this foundation was released, I cannot stop using it,” she admitted. She thought the Covergirl base worked well as an alternative to Chanel’s $70 Les Beiges Water-Fresh Tint. The skincare and makeup hybrid formulation boasts an essence that promises improved skin tone and fewer dark spots. Those looking for a foundation with intense coverage may want to pass as the Covergirl promises a radiant “bare-skin” filter effect. In addition to its light coverage, Covergirl says the serum foundation hydrates skin for up to 24 hours. Hoards of shoppers agreed with Lauren’s verdict, issuing the product glowing five-star reviews. “I bought this to try on my 43-year-old skin. It feels amazing, and hydrating, and provides a hint of color and blur,” wrote one reviewer. “I’ve really struggled figuring out what kind of makeup works in my aging skin and this finally left me feeling not hopeless anymore!” Others were impressed with the foundation’s formulation and shade range. “Perfect shade match and it blended in really amazing,” wrote another happy customer. “Going on 9 hours after initial application and my complexion still looks hydrated and smooth. I love this stuff!” She said she’s never spending money on Chanel ever again thanks to Covergirl’s Skin Perfector EssenceTikTok/lolo.lehnen

  • Walmart shoppers rave about clothes organizer that’s ‘great for tight places’ – and is on sale for more than half off
    on March 19, 2024 at 1:39 am

    A CLOTHES organizer earned top marks from shoppers looking for an efficient organizing system. Customers can now pick up the wardrobe cabinet at Walmart for more than half off its retail price. GettyShoppers raved about a clothes organizer on sale[/caption] The $29.99 cloth wardrobe comes with three hanging rods for jackets, sweaters, pants, and dresses. There are also built-in racks and plenty of shelf space to store towels, luggage, and home goods. For those who enjoy privacy, the closet comes with a fabric cover that conceals the wardrobe. An additional perk is its simple assembly which requires no tools. While the wardrobe normally retails for $68.99, shoppers can pick it up for over 55% off for a limited time. Those who have already done so raved about the organizer that saved them money and space. “Very happy with our recent purchase. It was easy to assemble and very sturdy,” wrote one satisfied customer. An additional perk was that the light storage system was portable and great for moving. “It looks really nice when it’s all filled as well. It will be nice when my son can use it now in his room then take it with him to college,” they added. “Great for tight places.” Others appreciated the system’s straightforward instructions and various cubby options. “I love it, easy to put together with simple instructions and pictures,” wrote one shopper. “Takes about 15 minutes maybe. Has three places for you to hang clothes and several places for you to put other stuff at.” “Definitely recommend this for extra closet space.” AmazonThe organizer included multiple shelves, rods, and even a curtain to provide privacy[/caption]

  • ‘It works so well’ cries driver after using £1 Amazon item that completely transforms cars
    on March 19, 2024 at 1:32 am

    A DRIVER has revealed a £1 Amazon item that can completely transform your vehicle. Car enthusiast Jared Andersen took to social media to share the genius hack that can leave the interior of your car spotless. The motorist shared a cleaning hack that uses a little ball All you need to do is rub the soft cloth against your touchscreen Touchscreens and monitors can become one of the dirtiest surfaces in any modern car. Drivers and passers often tap them leaving smudges, smears and germs accumulating. Luckily, a content creator has shared a fast and easy way to leave your screens looking like new. Taking to TikTok, motorist Jared recommended fellow drivers to use a screen cleaning ball. In the video, he said: “Amazon car finds you actually need! “Number one is my screen cleaning ball that has two special sides. This side gets rid of all the smudges and this one makes it all shiny.” Footage shows how the motorist rubs the small ball against the touchscreen removing all smudges and dust. All you need to do is use a little water to wet the side with the soft cloth to clean dirty surfaces. Jared added: “It works so well and it can also dust anywhere around the car.” The tiny tool is not only “effective” but it won’t break your bank. Car-owners can nab one for £1.80 or six for only £11 on Amazon. The screen cleaning ball can also be used on any glass surface – including phones, tablets, TVs or eyeglasses. The item description read: “The scratch remover can be widely used for glasses phone tablet touchscreens lcd display screen bathroom mirror laptops computer monitors televisions car map navigation screens.” The video has now gathered thousands of views and more than 50,000 of likes from other savvy motorists. Hundreds flocked to the comments section to share their opinions on the genius hack. One said: “Good tool to clean the inside of your windshield with no streaks.” Praising the cleaning tip, another penned: “This is great.” It comes as a cleaning whizz revealed a 21p hack to stop water clinging to wing mirrors – and the solution will likely be in your cupboard. Tiktoker Chequanxiaoqiao took to the platform to share several ways the household item can come in handy. Elsewhere, a mum revealed a hack to keep your car mats spotless – and all you need is an item from Boots costing just £1.50. The TikTok star known as Newbie and Me went to her social media page to show her 141,000 followers just what the nifty trick involved. It can also work on phone screens and glasses

  • Our affordable new homes have been boarded up – council is strangling us and no one is allowed in… it’s tragic
    on March 19, 2024 at 1:17 am

    RESIDENTS are fuming after their affordable new homes were boarded up – with no one allowed in. Developer Bridge View said council delays and “abnormal” costs have stopped it delivering 33 homes in the Cornish village of Calstock. BBC South WestAffordable new homes in Calstock have been boarded up[/caption] BBC South WestDeveloper Bridge View blamed a spat with Cornwall Council[/caption] BBC South WestInside one of the ghost homes[/caption] There are 160 households on the waiting list for homes in the area, according to recent council documents. The homes were granted planning permission in 2018, but Bridge View boss Michael Wight said delays cost the firm £1.2million. Wight blasted the council for “strangling the business cash flow” by blocking the sale of the homes. Unexpected costs during construction work cost the developer another £750,000 – draining the budget for 15 affordable homes. The costs included a second road, a drainage system and a £750,000 wall. Affordable housing operators backed out of the development in November last year following the surge in costs. This meant that the developer was unable to meet planning conditions – so the site was mothballed. Councillor Dorothy Kirk called the spat a “tragic situation where everybody loses”. She told the BBC: “I hope somehow we can rescue it. We have to find a solution, end of. “I don’t want Calstock to be deprived of homes, I don’t want to see the developer lose everything. “It’s been a long, expensive and difficult journey. We have to have houses for local people.” Cornwall Council said: “We are committed to working with developers that have been granted planning permission to ensure that a housing development, and the agreed number of affordable housing homes, are delivered in line with the planning permission.” Know your rights These are your rights if your newbuild property is not ready on time, according to consumer watchdog Which: Builders must give reliable and realistic information about when the home will be finished, the date of legal completion and the date for hand over of the home. If an unreasonable delay occurs in finishing the home, you have the right not to go ahead with the purchase and get a full refund of your reservation fee. But be aware that builders will often give estimated timings in contracts – sometimes overly ambitious timings – which can result in two problems.  The first being that you do move in on time but discover lots of snagging issues (like wonky light switches or incomplete sealant) or the second being that you’re unable to move in on time. If you have a problem with your developer and need to escalate a complaint, you’ll first need to go through its formal complaints process.  If the issue isn’t resolved, you can check if your developer is signed up to a code of standards. Read more on the Which website.

  • I’m growing strawberries and peppers in my garden with a Dollar Tree buy – people say it’s ‘genius’ & ‘such a cute idea’
    on March 19, 2024 at 1:04 am

    A GARDENER shared the cheap buy that allowed her to grow strawberries and peppers in small spaces. Her Dollar Tree plots were even portable for easy storage and arrangement. Stacey shared the cheap Dollar Tree buy that she grew strawberries and peppers inTikTok/sky_laporte Stacey (@sky_laporte) shared the gardening trick in a TikTok video. She created the plots using $1.25 laundry baskets at the Dollar Tree. Stacey lined the flexible rubber baskets with shade cloth to prevent soil from falling out. Once fabric surrounded all sides of the basket, she filled it with mulch and potting soil. Next, she grabbed strawberry starters, placing them into the mulch. With the baby roots peeking out, she surrounded the plants with more mulch. In another basket, she transferred more baby starters for two baskets of portable plots. Expert gardeners explained that the portable hack came in handy and was often life-saving. “And you can move them! Had to put my plants on the table to fence in an area,” said one commenter. “Groundhog thought he was at an all-inclusive.” “Such a cute and colorful idea. Love, will be adding to my garden,” said one commenter. “Genius omg wow,” agreed a third. Stacey received some flack from viewers who didn’t see the need for the basket hack but explained why it was necessary. “Never understood why people pot their strawberries when they give you so much by multiplying themselves over the years if in the ground,” said one critic. “My love this is not for you, it’s for people short on space like myself,” she explained. TikTok/sky_laporteShe transferred starters into a Dollar Tree basket with mulch and soil[/caption]

  • Hidden button could save drivers’ lives in an emergency – but it takes 10 seconds to activate
    on March 19, 2024 at 1:01 am

    A MOTOR expert has revealed a little-known trick in your motor which could save your life in an emergency. The tip involves a sneaky button hidden in the door of the car – and knowing it could save your life when driving at high speeds. Tiktok/@atutos_officialThe motor expert shared a great hack which could save your life in an emergency[/caption] Tiktok/@atutos_officialYou need to turn on the engine of the car to activate the hidden feature[/caption] Tiktok/@atutos_officialThe hack activates the auto-locking feature of the car[/caption] @atutos_official The Hidden Car Key Features in Your Car You Shouldn’t Miss!#CarHacks #HiddenFeatures #CarTips #SmartDriving #carkey ♬ original sound – ATUTOS-Car Accessories It is not uncommon for drivers to forget to lock their doors before going for a drive. Cruising at high speeds with a door unlocked can be dangerous for the safety of the driver as well as all the passengers inside a car. An online motor expert, however, has revealed a great hack that can save your life in such situations. The tip was shared by car guru atutos_official in a clip on TikTok. The car lock button on the driver’s door is multifunctional – and can be used to turn on the auto-lock feature in a car. But motorists should note that it takes 10 seconds to activate. The expert said in the video: “After powering up the car, hold the lock button for 10 seconds to activate the auto-lock feature.” The feature automatically locks all the doors while travelling more than six miles per hour, even if the driver forgets to lock the car in the first place. It comes after another car expert revealed a secret hidden button – and knowing it could save your life if you ever need to escape a car. The switch inside the boot allows someone to open the boot door from the inside. It’s a perfect hack for if you’re ever stuck inside your car and unable to open the passenger doors or windows. Meanwhile, another petrolhead shared a trick to reset your car’s touch screen and avoid a costly trip to the garage. The hack was posted to TikTok by chequanxiaoqiao as part of a series of tips that many people don’t know. And TikToker Tong showed viewers how to apply the electronic parking brake while driving. If your brake pedal stops working, simply pull up and hold the switch until you come to a halt. And lastly, an expert revealed a simple spring cleaning hack that can raise the value of your motor by thousands. John Hood, from sales platform Motorpoint, emphasised that “first impressions count” when trying to attract buyers for your vehicle. He urged Brits to keep their motors clean and tidy, and even invest in a professional valet service when they intend to sell up. Motorpoint’s analysis has suggested that cleaner cars are much more likely to be bought and will fetch a higher sum when the time comes. John said: “First impressions really do count, so it’s no surprise that a dirty or messy vehicle can have an impact on its value. “You’re best off cleaning the entire car, inside and out, before looking to sell as this could make a difference to your valuation price. “[But] if you think you could do a good job yourself, there’s no need to pay for a professional clean as this could cost you up to £150.”

  • Hunt for one of world’s most valuable shipwrecks dubbed ‘El Dorado of the seas’ with ‘£1bn in gold’ off UK coast
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:44 am

    THE “El Dorado of the seas” is one of the world’s most valuable shipwrecks with £1billion of gold on board – and it lies somewhere off the UK’s coast. An English galleon named the Merchant Royal sank off Cornwall in 1641. SWNSThe Merchant Royal sank off Cornwall in 1641[/caption] CornwallLive/BPMA fishing boat hauled up what could be the ship’s anchor in 2019[/caption] The 700-ton ship was laden with precious metals, but its wreck has never been found. Now Cornish treasure hunter Nigel Hodge plans to comb through a 200-square in the English Channel. He told Metro: “There’s thousands of shipwrecks down there and the Merchant Royal is just one of them. “We’ve got to literally pick through a lot of wrecks as we’re doing them and then identify them. “It’s not straightforward. If it was straightforward, it would have been done.” The Merchant Royal was built at the Royal Naval Dockyard on the Thames in Deptford, south east London and launched in 1627. Captain John Limbrey and 80 crew sailed the galleon on trading missions around the West Indies, Mexico and Spain. In 1641 the Spanish treasury hired them to ferry gold and silver to pay 30,000 troops in the Belgian port of Antwerp, which Spain owned. The ship picked up the precious metals in Cadiz and set sail – despite springing a leak. More water seeped on board during a storm, and the ship changed course for England so it could get repaired. But the Merchant Royal finally sank just 34 miles from Land’s End on September 23, 1641. 18 sailors were rescued by another ship, but all of the treasure was lost. The House of Commons halted proceedings when news of the ship’s loss arrived. King Charles I called the wreckage the “greatest loss ever sustained in one ship”. Described as a broken man, Limbrey lived out his days in Limehouse, east London. As well as the Spanish gold and silver, the ship carried 400 bars of Mexican silver and 500,000 pieces of eight from its travels. The modern-day value of the treasure is often estimated at around £1billion. In 2019 the search for the shipwreck heated up after a fishing boat named the Spirited Lady netted an anchor thought to belong to it.

  • ‘Very sad’ cry shoppers ahead of last day of trading for handful of Boots branches – is your local shop affected?
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:42 am

    BOOTS shoppers are are bidding goodbye to yet more branches of the health and beauty giant while still dealing with a wave of closures. Boots is one of the many high street retailers closing its doors for good before March 31. AlamyBoots is set to close yet more of its branches before Easter[/caption] Several big names, including Argos and New Look, will be axing high street stores Boots is closing a total of nine sites this month as part of wider plans to get rid of 300 sites. This will see the retailer’s total shops reduced from 2,200 to 1,900. The health and beauty chain has said where stores are closing there is an alternative shop less than three miles away. Now Rainham, in Kent is set to close on March 20 while Castlecroft in Wolverhampton will shut on March 21. On March 23 shoppers will say goodbye to the Rhos on Sea store, Wales. North Kenton, Newcastle has recently closed, along with Welwyn Garden City and the East Parade store, Heworth, York. The branch at Pool, Redruth, Cornwall closed at the start of the month. Shoppers have reacted on social media to the news with dismay. One user said: “I hardly ever go in Boots or town nowadays but it’s proper sad to see it end up like this!” Another wrote: “High street pharmacies have lost so much business to the likes of Pharmacy 2U this isn’t a surprise at all. There will soon be nowhere to go to collect meds needed on the day, antibiotics etc.” Since last year, more than 20 branches have closed, including in Leicester, York, Plymouth and Exeter. Boots last closed more than 200 stores over 18 months in 2019. This saw roughly eight per cent of Boots high street branches close. Many of the stores shut because they were loss-making and two-thirds of them were within walking distance of each other. In 2020, Boots announced 48 opticians were closing with the loss of 4,000 jobs. They said the decision to close stores was not taken lightly. Here is the full list of stores closing this year. There were approximately 14 outlets lost every day in 2023, according to the latest research by the Local Data Company and accountancy firm PwC.   Even more closed – 39 stores in total each day – but another 25 are estimated to open their doors for the first time, meaning fewer have been lost overall. Companies collapsing into administration as more businesses shift to online have driven the losses, according to the research. There a total of 14,081 store closures in 2023, an increase from 11,530 in 2022. The rising cost of living means households have been much more careful with spending. A change in shopping habits has seen more people heading online to buy. At the same time, higher energy and premise costs have also put further pressure on retail businesses. And it’s not just shops that are closing, pubs, cafes and restaurants are too. Coffee fans also bidded goodbye to more branches of a major chain. Costa Coffee, which has over 2,000 locations, said it was closing another two of its cafés. The coffee giant said it would close its store on Chiswick High Road by February 6. The nearest Costa Coffee for locals will now be King’s Street in Hammersmith. However it doesn’t look like the town will be without its coffee hit for long, local media reports two new coffee shops are expected to open in Chiswick soon. Meanwhile, Costa Coffee on Edinburgh’s Bruntsfield Place served its last latte on February 14. The high street favourite has already shut the doors to dozens of its sites in recent months. Costa says it regularly reviews its store estate across the UK to ensure it’s right for its communities and teams. This can include the closing or renovation of existing stores, or the opening of new stores. The following sites have already closed over the last year, although a couple will be returning to their local areas. GettyThe health and beauty giant had unveiled wider plans to axe 300 sites[/caption]

  • KFC launches lunch meal deal including drink and crisps to rival Greggs and Dominos
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:41 am

    KFC has launched a new lunch meal deal that could rival Greggs and Dominos. The fast-food giant has promised to introduce a new dining option that won’t break the bank. GettyThe fried chicken giant is offering a new dining option for a fiver[/caption] KFCKFC has launched lunch a meal deal that includes a drink and crisps[/caption] For those who secretly crave fried chicken during office or school hours, KFC has launched its first-ever lunch-only meal deal. For just £5.49, fried chicken lovers can get a full meal that includes a main, a drink and crisps. Customers can choose between a Kentucky Mayo Twister Wrap or a Fillet Burger for their main. They can also pick between a packet of Walkers MAX crisps or a delicious Milk Chocolate Chip Cookie. For drinks, fast-food enthusiasts can get a carbonated drink or a bottle of water. The epic lunchtime offer is available every day from Monday to Friday until 3pm at any branch, drive thru or via their click and collect service. It comes as a man claimed to have found a “leaked” copy of the 11 ingredients that make up KFC’s secret chicken seasoning. He posted a picture of the handwritten list on Reddit, writing alongside it: “The true list of KFC’s ’11 herbs and spices’, leaked by Colonel Sanders’ own nephew in 2016. Elsewhere, KFC confirmed the closure of its Linthorpe Road restaurant in Middlesbrough. The chain has been operating from the premises on Linthorpe Road since 2015. KFC is also revealed it was shutting one of its branches in Glasgow. Meanwhile, a Canadian fast-food chain fans say is “better than KFC” is set to open its first restaurants in the UK. Mary Brown’s (MB) Chicken, which has more than 300 stores across Canada, is looking to open its first branch in the UK within days. How can I save money at KFC? If you’re on the hunt for KFC freebies the fast food chain is offering customers using the app for the first time a six-piece chicken bucket. Plus, you can sign up to KFC’s Rewards Arcade, which offers customers the chance to win a number of prizes. You just have to download the app and click on the “KFC Rewards” button at the bottom of the screen. You then use the app to order or you can get a QR code on the app which you’ll need to swipe at the till. You should then get an invite after to the KFC Rewards Arcade where you can play a game and win free foods. But you’ll need to spend a minimum £3 to be in with a chance of bagging a freebie. You should always look out for offers where you can too. The twister wrap of the day is definitely worthwhile if you fancy a quick snack on lunch or after work and aren’t too fussed on the flavour.

  • What kind of car did Oprah Winfrey give her audience in 2004?
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:33 am

    Twenty years ago, Oprah Winfrey made history with one of the largest giveaways in television history. In 2004, the TV talk show host gave everyone in her studio audience a brand-new Pontiac G-6 sedan. John Salangsang/Variety via Getty ImagesOprah Winfrey at the 55th NAACP Image Awards held at The Shrine Auditorium on March 16, 2024, in Los Angeles, California[/caption] What kind of car did Oprah Winfrey give her audience in 2004? In 2004, Oprah Winfrey conducted a $7 million giveaway on her talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show. On the season 19 opener, she gave away 276 brand-new Pontiac G-6 sedans. Twenty years later, the famous giveaway is still talked about. The moment is remembered for Oprah emphatically shouting “You get a car!” as her audience cried tears of joy. The iconic television moment was parodied multiple times, including on late-night shows like Saturday Night Live and Jimmy Kimmel Live. Why did Oprah give away cars to her guests? Many fans of the talk show were shocked to learn that the former talk show host did not pay for the Pontiac sedans. The American-made G-6 sedans weren’t actually from Oprah but instead were gifted in the name of advertising. Pontiac had donated the cars from its advertising budget in hopes that Oprah’s platform would drive sales to the new G-6 line. Even though Pontiac covered the state sales tax on the cars and they were given the new rides as gifts, audience members reported they were still left with a bill. The new-car recipients had a bill totaling $6,000 that included federal and state income taxes. Some resorted to car loans to pay for their free car, according to History. It’s reported that some people traded in their new Pontiacs for a cheaper car. Some audience members allegedly owed the Internal Revenue Service thousands of dollars. JEFF HAYNES/AFP via Getty ImagesThe 2005 Pontiac G6 was shown in 2004 at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Hall in Detroit, Michigan[/caption] What is the G-6 sedan worth? All 276 of Oprah’s guests went home with a G-6 worth about $28,000. According to History, Oprah instructed her producers to fill the audience with people who needed the cars. During the show, Oprah waved a large key at audience members and announced, “Everybody gets a car!” This surprise and unexpected gift sent the audience into shock and excitement. The giveaway is considered to be one of the largest giveaways in television history.

  • Car expert warns drivers over ‘new Facebook Marketplace scam’ – there’s ways to avoid getting caught out
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:22 am

    A CAR expert has issued an urgent warning to drivers over a “scam” on Facebook Marketplace. Harry Automative claimed drivers need to be aware of selling vehicles on the site, because thieves are using it to steal motors. AlamyCar thieves will arrange a viewing on Facebook Marketplace to find out where you live[/caption] The car expert told his viewers what had happened to Nyle Ryatt, who had his £9,000 BMW stolen from his drive. Nyle, 29, posted details about his BMW 3 series on Facebook Marketplace and found a potential buyer who was “very interested”. The buyer arranged to take a look at the car at his home in Four Oaks, Sutton Coalfield, on March 9 but never showed. The same buyer then rang to apologise and “pleaded” to see the car the following day, Nyle claimed. The next day, when Nyle’s brother visited to celebrate Mother’s Day, he called to warn him his prized motor was no longer parked on the driveway. This method has become popular among car thieves, according to the car expert. He said: “They’re using it for cars that have been ordered from abroad – sort of stolen to order and then shipped out of the country.” The car expert admitted it is hard for car sellers to look out for these scams as they most likely receive hundreds of genuine messages from people looking to buy their motors. Harry Auto added: “This is something that is quite hard to look out for because you got people coming to you, messaging you who look genuine and wanting a viewing of the car. “So you’re more than happy to give out your address because you think they are going to buy the car.” The expert advises sellers to stay vigilant and be aware of these scams happening on Facebook Marketplace. Sellers should ask questions of their buyers and get to know them before giving them their address. Police launched a probe into Nyle’s motor, but he believes the car was stolen to order. Nyle told BirminghamLive: “I had the vehicle for sale on Facebook Marketplace and a potential buyer was very interested. He was supposed to come Saturday but was a no-show. “He then phoned me, apologised that he had been called to work and pleaded with me to see it on Sunday. “I reluctantly agreed. Sunday morning I was lying in bed. “I texted the man to make sure he was coming. “He replied ‘yes I’ll see you in a few hours’.” The car had been fitted with a crooklock but Nyle added that whoever took the car managed to break the lock and drive off. A spokeswoman for West Midlands Police said: “We’re investigating after a BMW 3 series was stolen from Bickley Avenue on March 9 to 10.” The Sun has contacted Meta for comment.

  • ‘We’re under no illusions it will be tough’, says Erin Cuthbert of Chelsea’s clash with Ajax in the Champions League
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:21 am

    ERIN CUTHBERT hopes Chelsea can silence Ajax fans when they take on the Dutch giants in the Women’s Champions League quarters. And the midfielder says it “would mean everything” if the Blues reached the contest’s in Emma Hayes’ last season at the helm. Erin Cuthbert (centre) warns Ajax will be fearless foes for Chelsea with the Dutch side playing the Women’s Champions League last eight for the first timeGetty GettyThe Blues duel with Ajax, who are second in the Netherlands’ top tier, comes four days after their defeat of Arsenal in the WSL[/caption] AlamyAjax have become the second team from the Netherlands to reach the Women’s Champions League quarter-finals for the first time[/caption] Cuthbert was speaking to reporters on Monday ahead of Chelsea’s first-leg duel with their rivals at the Johan Cruyff Arena on Tuesday. It’s the Dutch team’s first taste of the contest’s last eight phase. The club progressed to the knockout phase after finishing second in Group C above Bayern Munich and Roma. A record crowd for a women’s club game in the Netherlands is expected at their Amsterdam ground with 34,200 tickets sold so far. While Chelsea will draw on experience of performing in front of big crowds in Europe, Cuthbert warns they may face a fearless Ajax. The Blues ace, whose side will face their rivals at Stamford Bridge in the second leg next Wednesday, said: “It’s their first time at this point in the competition. “We can certainly use that experience as one sort of advantage factor. “As a player, I certainly know that if I was in the competition for the first time, I’d be playing without fear. “We need to be wary that they can play without fear, they’ve got nothing to lose, and we’ve got everything (to lose). “We’ll be giving it everything to try and bring a result back to Stamford Bridge that we’re happy with.” Boss Emma Hayes, added: “We’ve only had yesterday to prepare for this game. “But the players’ experiences of being at this tournament have to count, because it is intimidating to play in front of 35,000 at a tight arena. “For us, let’s draw on our experiences because it is important that we come through this tie in a really strong position.” A last eight knockout of Ajax would see Chelsea pitted against either SK Brann or two-time contest winners Barcelona in the semi-finals. Last year was the last time the Blues reached the tournament’s semis where they fell to a narrow 2-1 aggregate loss to Barca. And the Catalan giants were the victors when both clubs reached the final for the first time back in 2021. The biggest trophy for Europe’s elite clubs remains the only major piece of silverware to have so far eluded Hayes. And Cuthbert hopes the Blues will fulfil their wish of lifting it with their gaffer before for her departure for a new job as boss of the USA Women’s team later this year. She adds: “It would mean everything to get to the final and to go on and win it. “But I’ve been at this club so long, it’s all about a process. Emma Hayes’ players hope to reach this term’s Champions League semi-final where a two-leg test against SK Brann or Barcelona awaitsGetty “We’re in the quarter-finals now and it’s two ties that lie ahead “Two tough games against a really tough team who have more than proved themselves at this level. “We’re under no illusions, it’s going to be a tough game, but of course it’s hard not to dream a little bit.”

  • I live in Vauxhall van full-time… £10 item transformed my tiny home – it’s the greatest hack of all time
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:14 am

    A FULL-time van lifer has revealed a great hack that transformed her tiny home and made her life easy. Van dweller Beth Johnstone claimed she might have found the best van life trick that just requires a £10 Ikea tool. tiktok.com/@sheisthelostgirlVan lifer BethJohnstone revealed a secret hack that transformed her kitchen on wheels[/caption] tiktok.com/@sheisthelostgirlThe secret product is a pegboard drawer organiser[/caption] tiktok.com/@sheisthelostgirlBeth revealed the pegs help the utensils stay in place[/caption] @sheisthelostgirl Van Life ikea hack!! How cool is this! Okay so i did have to saw it in half but im pretty pleased with how it turned out!! We are officially moving in to our new van today!! #vanlife #hack #ikea #vanlifeuk #vanbuild #vanconversion ♬ original sound – edited audios Beth shared the great trick on her TikTok channel where she regularly posts about her life living inside a van. She said in the clip: “I think I have found the best van life Ikea hack of all time.” She then goes to her kitchen section to show the secret product – a pegboard drawer organiser. Beth revealed the £10 Ikea product helps to keep her utensils together without having to worry about them flying around. The van lifer explained: “This is the little pegboard thing for a drawer organiser. “It comes with these [pegs] that you just put in and twist. “Nothing is going to fly around and we can organise it however we want.” While Beth wrote the organiser was quite big and she had to cut it in half to place it inside the drawer, she wrote that she was pretty pleased with how it turned out. Seeing the great hack, Beth’s followers quickly flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts. One such fan said: “This is so smart! About to work on a big drawer under my counter, and this is perfect! Thanks for sharing!” Another wrote: “It’s so good! Wish we had one in our old van.” A third expressed: “We have that too! It’s so good.” It comes after a full-time van lifer revealed how they travel 500 miles a month for just £200. Coren lives in a converted Ford Transit, which she has dubbed “Fifi” and transformed into a cosy mobile home. To take Fifi up and down the country only costs a couple of hundred pounds a month. As for energy bills, water and electricity are included in the price of the campsites and Fifi also comes decked out with solar panels on the roof to keep the power flowing when she’s not parked up. This means Coren pays absolutely nothing in rent, energy bills or council tax. Elsewhere, another van-dweller explained how he transformed his motor into an “apartment on wheels” for just £290. And an aspiring nurse revealed what he does on his off days while living in a van full-time. Arslan from New Jersey started living in his converted micro-camper car a few years ago after being fed up with paying high rents. In a YouTube video, he said: “My life completely changed a few years ago after I slept in my car one night and realised I saved 50 dollars. “Since then I ditched paying rent and started living full-time in my car.” He now travels around the US in his Chevrolet SUV all while saving money from rent to build his own house. The vehicle is so cramped inside that he can “barely crouch” but he wouldn’t have it any other way. @sheisthelostgirl Van Life ikea hack!! How cool is this! Okay so i did have to saw it in half but im pretty pleased with how it turned out!! We are officially moving in to our new van today!! #vanlife #hack #ikea #vanlifeuk #vanbuild #vanconversion ♬ original sound – edited audios The pegboard drawer organiser sells for £10 in Ikea

  • World Open Snooker LIVE RESULTS: Latest scores and schedule as Ronnie O’Sullivan gets charge underway
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:09 am

    THE World Open has returned after three long seasons with Ronnie O’Sullivan, Luca Brecel and Co back in action in China. The snooker tournament – one of the richest in the calendar – has not been played in Yushan since 2019 because of Covid-19. O’Sullivan is chasing yet another title this season, while Judd Trump is the defending champion. Session times: 1.30am, 6.30am, 11.30am GMT TV channel: Eurosport 1 FREE live stream: Discovery+ Explainer: World Open snooker full schedule and latest results

  • Horoscope today, March 19, 2024: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:01 am

    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 natural ability to recognise the people and projects that are good for you is so beneficial. Make space for these in your everyday life. Venus adds a romantic twist to a session discussing dreams, in person or on screen. Friendship is hot thanks to the sun, and passion, at any stage or age, is unstoppable. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Your daily horoscope for Tuesday  TAURUS April 21 to May 21 You have a communication-rich moon to help you hear everything other people say, and still promote your own ideas. In time this can get you on to the radar of an elite team. If you’re in love, you have more control than you think, so yes, try to lighten up and let feelings fly. Single? Your soulmate has film star style. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions GEMINI May 22 to June 21 With the moon and sun focusing on your cash sector, don’t be surprised when big money ideas start to flow. Try to maintain the confidence to take them further. Passion-wise, this can be Tender Tuesday, as a couple adore getting closer. If you’re single, choose the date option who most reminds you of yourself. CANCER June 22 to July 22 The moon’s influence in your sign could send mysterious messages through your personal network. You may not realise who is listening, but it can be so lucky. Your career chart can regroup, to clear space for new training. How you fill this is up to you, but do make a start. Love is free-spirited and far-flung. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions LEO July 23 to August 23 Secrets may feel a weight on your mind, or heart – but think carefully before you share. You have more strength than you imagine and you’re ready to do the right thing. An “A” success picture or memory creates more prizes, and partnership grows deeper, perhaps via a time promise, or some hands-on helping. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Most read in The Sun SMILES BETTER Princess Kate beams as she carries shopping bag in first video since surgery end of the road Loose Women star reveals she has 'no plans to go back on the show' beeb news BBC News presenter pulled from screens for entire year returns today puff times Secret smoker Stacey Solomon puffs on a cigarette on day out with Joe Swash ROYAL UPDATE Princess Kate announcement 'could be on way because of pressure on Palace' PAYING THE PRICE  Katie Price declared bankrupt for SECOND time over £750k tax bill VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Your instincts for choosing friends or team-mates is second to none today – the more you trust these, the better. Do beware of slipping back into old patterns, when you know better. Warm colours in dressing or decorating can herald an equally warm welcome. New passion links to a former fitness connection. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions GettyUranus makes you creative[/caption] LIBRA September 23 to October 23 When you lighten your approach to a career goal it brings you some space to make a proper plan. This means you can leave other people’s pressure in the dust Luck carries a bag with a comedy message on it. Love may feel too much like work, but this is preparing you for a sudden breakthrough. 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 So many elements link up to your self-image chart and support you to be true to yourself. Love may stumble at first today, but later it can start standing tall. If you’re single, this may mean making that first move towards an intense water sign. Three golden initials on a chain or bag signal a potential connection. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 Deep inside you can find all the answers you seek – and a stop-start bond is speeding towards a big decision. If you feel ready for change, then take a career step by tonight – but not if you feel pushed. Red and white checks can pave your pathway to luck. Secure hearts love more strongly, do check in on yours. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Softer, more co-operative goals are good for you today – so focus on team and family ambitions. And turn back from the kind of cash choices that offer little emotional rewards. An address that includes your initials can locate home discoveries. Uranus makes you creative, leagues ahead of everyone else. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions SuppliedLuck writes ‘OK’[/caption] AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 A fitness moon enhances physical stamina – the kind that helps you push through. Even if you’ve had to take a break, a healthy path can be back on track by tonight. Mercury adds fact-finding to your impressive work skills, and you can unearth information that changes someone’s life. Luck writes “OK”. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions PISCES February 19 to March 20 Music with an Eastern connection can be in the key of love, while luck writes out three familiar names – but in a very different order. With the sun and moon in harmony, you have time and patience for other people. But do build in space for your own well-being ambitions, because you are ready to make them happen. Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions

  • New BBC star will join Prem legends and pop stars for this year’s Soccer Aid
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:01 am

    GLADIATORS star Diamond will lead a host of gems making their debuts at this year’s Soccer Aid. The 6ft bodybuilder will muscle in on the action when the annual charity football match kicks off again. Diamond will lead a host of gems making their debuts at this year’s Soccer Aid Diamond — real name Livi Sheldon — has fast become a fan favourite The 29-year-old — real name Livi Sheldon — has fast become a fan favourite on the hit game show since it returned to BBC One earlier this year. EastEnders actor and Strictly star Bobby Brazier, 20, King of the Jungle Sam Thompson, 31, and The Crown Princess Anne actress Erin Doherty, 31, will also take to the Soccer Aid pitch for the first time. Big footie names Frank Lampard, 45, and Eden Hazard, 33, plus cricket hero Stuart Broad, 37, are among the sports stars who will feature in the match on June 9 at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge ground. And the event’s co-founder, Robbie Williams, told The Sun he would be back. The pop superstar said: “Soccer Aid is one of the biggest sources of joy in my life. It is an amazing event.” The ITV Unicef fundraiser will be hosted by Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott. Footie gaffers Harry Redknapp, 77, and Mauricio Pochettino, 52, will return as the team managers.

  • Rochelle Humes shows off incredible figure in striped shirt and bikini
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:01 am

    TV’s Rochelle Humes flashes her legs — as she earns her stripes in the business world. The This Morning host, 34, is also an entrepreneur with her own babycare range. Mark Cant / Women's Health UKRochelle Humes showed off her legs as she posed for Women’s Health magazine[/caption] Mark Cant / Women's Health UKRochelle is an entrepreneur with her own babycare range[/caption] Rochelle, wed to presenter Marvin Humes, told Women’s Health UK magazine her superpower in the corporate world is “being underestimated”. The full interview with Rochelle can be read in the April issue of Women’s Health UK, on sale now. Rochelle is currently living in a rented home with DJ husband Marvin, 38, and their three children, Alaia-Mai, 10, Valentina, seven, and Blake, three.  In June last year, the couple revealed they are building their “forever home” after moving out of their £3.3 million north London family abode after three years.  And now after nine months in the rental, Rochelle has decided to get her enviable designer wardrobe in order.  Last month, Marvin and Rochelle were given the go-ahead to build their £5 million dream mansion complete with a “glam room” on a plot in north London.  The Humes, who got married in 2012, previously estimated that they will be renting their current home for around two years while building work takes place. They bought the land for £3.4million in June last year and in October applied for planning permission to demolish an existing three-storey shell. GettyRochelle is currently living in a rented home with husband Marvin[/caption] Mark Cant / Women's Health UKThe full interview with Rochelle can be read in the April issue of Women’s Health UK[/caption]

  • RAF’s new fleet of aircraft running two years late in £2billion blow for Britain’s defence
    on March 19, 2024 at 12:01 am

    THE RAF’s new fleet of “eyes in the sky” aircraft is running two years late in a £2billion blow for Britain’s defence. Three Boeing E7 Wedgetail planes were due last year but will not now enter service until autumn 2025, Defence minister James Cartlidge admitted. AlamyThe RAF’s new fleet of ‘eyes in the sky’ aircraft is running two years late in a £2bn blow for Britain’s defence[/caption] The airborne early warning and control systems (Awacs) jets provide air surveillance, command and control and battle space management. The delay to the £2billion deal means the MoD must continue to rely on Nato help — such as from the Rivet Joint spy plane. Awacs’ crucial role was laid bare when Ukraine shot down two of Russia’s versions this year. Almost a dozen of Putin’s warplanes were blasted out of the sky within days. The MoD said it is working with Boeing to minimise the impact of global shortages of “materials, parts and skills”. Shadow defence secretary John Healey said: “The Conservatives are leaving our armed forces without the kit they need to defend Britain. “Delays undermine our ability to fulfil our Nato obligations.”

  • ‘I despise him!’ rants Late and Live guest as he launches shock attack on ‘vile’ Celebrity Big Brother housemate
    on March 18, 2024 at 11:54 pm

    A GUEST on Late and Live went on a rant about one housemate on Celebrity Big Brother, calling him ‘vile’. Pop star Jordan Stephens from Rizzle Kicks made an appearance on the chat show to discuss the events of tonight’s episode. Jordan Stephens went on a rant about one CBB housemate tonightRex RexHe called Louis Walsh vile[/caption] RexThe Irish music manager nearly got evicted from the Big Brother house[/caption] Irish music mogul Louis Walsh came up in conversation as he nearly faced an eviction as one housemate tried to get him axed. And it seems Jordan would have preferred that outcome, as he went on to give an expletive laden speech about how much he hates the former X Factor judge. The hip hop singer hit out: “Listen I’ve been in the entertainment industry since I was 19 years old. “He is everything I despise about the music industry in a f**king person. “I under that it’s good television, I get that, but it doesn’t change that he is vile.” Show host Will Best was quick to step in, joking: “You’ve got to say a different take on it I guess – you’re being triggered.” Louis barely escaped elimination tonight after Big Brother told Fern Britton that if she placed a snake on the pillow of one co-star, they would be up for elimination. She chose Louis – but it turned out she was tricked when a special St Paddy’s day twist to the task was revealed. Celebrity Big Brother: who's left? Who are the stars who have survived in the Celebrity Big Brother house? The Sun's Jamie Downham takes a look... GOING STRONG Louis Walsh – The boyband manager, who’s has never knowingly backed down from a fight, regularly trends for for his outrageous remarks Fern Britton – The former This Morning star called out Phillip Schofield – but has seemed like a kind and gentle soul in the house Colson Smith – You’ll probably know him best as Corrie’s Craig Tinker – but prepare to find out he’s not much like his character David Potts – Ibiza Weekender’s breakout star has left that show behind – as well as his trousers by the look of things Marisha Wallace – It’s not CBB without the role of ‘American who doesn’t know what they’ve let themselves in for’ and she’s doing brilliantly Nikita Kuzmin – The Strictly pro is coming onto the show fresh off the show’s tour. Poor lad probably just wants a rest Zeze Millz – the social media star has a “no holds barred interview style” – and she hasn’t backed away from calling people (well, Louis) out Bradley Riches – The actor played kindly James McEwan in Netflix hit Heartstopper and he seems just as sweet in the house HEADED HOME Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu – After ruffling a few feathers and her spat with Marisha, this Love island star was sent packing Levi Roots – The Reggae Reggae Sauce inventor time is up in the house and he was evited third Sharon Osbourne – TV legend was a “house guest” on a megabucks deal and an ensuite bedroom, but disappeared after nine days Lauren Simon – Real Housewives of Cheshire star was the second person to leave. The stars put her up for eviction and the public did the rest Gary Goldsmith – Kate Middleton’s uncle was a big signing for ITV, but he was booted out first after failing to impress viewers Once in the diary room Louis was instructed to look in a hatch in front of him to reveal his fate. There he found a four leaf clover, which meant he would not be evicted, but instead won immunity from the next round of nominations. This also means he is automatically through to Friday’s grand final.

  • Inside Windsor Farm Shop Princess Kate visited in outing with William as video shows her for first time since surgery
    on March 18, 2024 at 11:54 pm

    PRINCESS Kate was filmed visiting the Windsor Farm Shop with William in her first video since surgery. Kate, 42, dressed down in a hoodie and leggings, carried her own shopping as she strolled through the car park at the shop. Kate, 42, dressed down in a hoodie and leggings, carried her own shopping as she strolled through the car park at a farm shop Nelson Silva, 40, who took the video, was shopping for steak at the farm shop when he spotted Kate and William in the bread aisle Doug SeeburgThe Royal Farms Windsor Shop a short walk away from Kate’s home[/caption] PA:Press AssociationThe shop supports local suppliers and promotes top-notch British produce[/caption] https://yourfarmshop.co.uk/The Farm Shop has a butchery selling meat from animals reared on the estate[/caption] Trip AdvisorA coffee shop offers a vast selection of cakes and sandwiches[/caption] The footage emerged just hours after The Sun exclusively revealed Kate had spent Saturday shopping in Windsor. She visited the Royal Farms Windsor Shop, a short walk away from her home near Windsor Castle. The shop was launched in November 2001 after Prince Philip came up with the idea of selling goods from the Royal Estates. Philip hoped that the shop would support local suppliers and promote British produce. The Farm Shop has a butchery selling beef, pork, chicken and lamb from animals reared on the estate. The Windsor estate boasts 200 pedigree Jersey milking cows, a Sussex beef herd, 140 breeding sows and 1,500 Lohmann Brown hens. Its pure-bred Sussex beef is matured for 21 days to maximise tenderness and maturity. Staff make their own sausages from the 600 pigs who pass through the butchery each year. The Royal Farm pigs are reared outside during the summer months to boost their health. A coffee shop offers a vast selection of cakes, cream teas, fresh cream patisseries, sandwiches, paninis and salads. Using produce from the Farm Shop, it also sells salads, pies, pasties and quiche. The Farm Shop also sells a number of delicious luxury hampers in padded wicker baskets. The £220 Large Hamper unboxed Coxs Apple Juice WFS Best Bitter WFS London Dry Gin 35ml WFS Irish Cream WFS Cheese Board Chutney WFS Brewers Real Ale Chutney WFS Ginger & Whisky Marmalade Thick Cut WFS Strong English Mustard WFS Creamy Horseradish Quince Fruits for Cheese Duck Pate With A Slice Of Orange Millers Ale Crackers WFS Choc Chip Biscuit Drum Windsor Assorted Chocolates Windsor/Richmond Park Clear Honey WFS English Breakfast Tea Caddy Olive Oil & Sea Salt Crackers WFS Mint Humbugs 160g WFS Hand Broken Clotted Cream Fudge WFS Rich Mixed Fruit Cake Les Templiers Chardonnay Les Templiers Cabernet Sauvignon WFS Strawberry & Champagne Preserve Kate’s visit comes amid weeks of vile and bullying online behaviour where wild conspiracy theories have been spread unchecked. Some even refused to believe our front page yesterday, despite Wills and Kate having being spotted by members of the public. The Sun last week called on the world to ‘Lay Off Kate’ after she was harshly criticised for editing her Mother’s Day family photo. ‘MADNESS OF SOCIAL MEDIA’ We have chosen to both report her appearance in yesterday’s paper, and show the footage today, in a bid to bring an end to what the Palace has called the “madness of social media”. Despite appearing fit and healthy, the princess remains under medical guidance to keep off work until next month. No date has yet been given for a return to public duty after her abdominal surgery more than eight weeks ago. It is understood she will return to work when she is good and ready. Princess Kate video shows she's recovering well & warms my heart, says The Sun's royal photographer Arthur Edwards IT’S lovely to see Catherine looking so happy. People keep asking me, ‘Where’s Kate? How’s Kate?’ These pictures are the answer. She’s obviously recovering well from the quite serious operation she had in January. The images of her smiling really warm my heart and I’m sure millions of others will be so pleased to see the Princess out and about. There have been so many rumours circulated about her on social media – but they can now be put to rest. It was lovely to see William at Kate’s side. I bet other visitors to the farm shop couldn’t believe their eyes when they walked in. But I know the shop and it’s close to their home and sells wonderful produce. Kate was really hammered by some for doctoring her Mother’s Day picture. I really felt for her – she was just trying to produce a lovely picture of her family. So it’s nice to see these wonderful images of her with a beaming smiling and clearly working her way back to full health. Now I’m so looking forward to her getting back to life as a working Royal, when she’s fully ready. She’s been missed by millions. The Sun revealed yesterday that the Princess of Wales was well enough to go shopping at Windsor Farm shop. Nelson Silva, 40, who took the video, was shopping for steak at the farm shop when he spotted Kate and William in the bread aisle. He told The Sun: “I noticed a couple choosing loaves of bread and the woman turned her face and I felt like I had seen the face before. It was familiar. I knew it from somewhere. “Then William turned back and I thought ‘hold on I know this person’. I said to the staff ‘I think it’s them’ as I paid. “I went to my car and as they came out of the shop I just filmed them. I think they walked out through a gate out of the grounds. They just vanished and I didn’t see a car. “I just wanted to share with my family footage and show just how normal they were.” He said the couple had obvious “chemistry” and “were super relaxed”. “I didn’t feel like they were hiding who they were. But they didn’t quite know how people would react because there has been this build-up about their whereabouts and I got the sense they just wanted to be swift in there. “Kate looked happy and relaxed. They look happy just to be able to go to a shop and mingle. Kate looked relieved like it was a success going to a shop. It felt natural.” Another eyewitness who watched the footage said it was “exactly what I saw”. They added: “It’s just a woman shopping with her husband on a Saturday afternoon just like thousands of other couples across the country. “I’m delighted that she is well and everyone else can see her back on her feet enjoying life again.” On a busy weekend the princess also joined William to watch their children George, 10, Charlotte, 8, and Louis, 5, play sports together. The first footage of Kate since Christmas Day shows the royal mum-of-three carrying a full shopping bag of goodies at the farm shop, just a mile from the Wales’ home at Adelaide Cottage, Windsor, on Saturday. Princess Kate and William seemed like a normal couple... they were happy and relaxed, says witness who saw shopping trip A DAD-of-one has told how he saw Princess Kate on a shopping trip with William. Nelson Silva, 40, who took a video of the “relaxed” couple, was shopping for steak at the Windsor farm shop when he spotted Kate and William in the bread aisle. He told The Sun: “I noticed a couple choosing loaves of bread and the woman turned her face and I felt like I had seen the face before. It was familiar. I knew it from somewhere. “Then William turned back and I thought ‘hold on I know this person’. I said to the staff ‘I think it’s them’ as I paid. “I went to my car and as they came out of the shop I just filmed them. I think they walked out through a gate out of the grounds. They just vanished and I didn’t see a car. “I just wanted to share with my family footage and show just how normal they were.” He said the couple had obvious “chemistry” and “were super relaxed”. “I didn’t feel like they were hiding who they were. But they didn’t quite know how people would react because there has been this build-up about their whereabouts and I got the sense they just wanted to be swift in there. “Kate looked happy and relaxed. They look happy just to be able to go to a shop and mingle. Kate looked relieved like it was a success going to a shop. It felt natural.” DRESSED-DOWN She was filmed on a mobile phone for several seconds walking side-by-side with her husband from the shop back towards the car park. Kate, usually dressed in latest fashions for official royal occasions, still looked elegant in her weekend wear as she donned a black three-quarter zip hoodie and matching black leggings. Providing a glimpse of Kate’s regular weekend ‘dress-down’ look she also wore grey socks pulled up over the bottom of her trousers and black trainers. Kate appeared to be in good spirits smiling and speaking to William as her hair blew in the wind. Wills wore a beige baseball cap, paired with a black rain jacket, blue denim jeans and grey trainers. The future King also carried his bag with goods in from the Windsor Farm Shop. And The Sun’s royal photographer Arthur Edwards has told how the footage has “warmed my heart”. He added: “It’s lovely to see Catherine looking so happy. People keep asking me, ‘Where’s Kate? How’s Kate?’ “These pictures are the answer. She’s obviously recovering well from the quite serious operation she had in January. “The images of her smiling really warm my heart and I’m sure millions of others will be so pleased to see the Princess out and about. “There have been so many rumours circulated about her on social media – but they can now be put to rest.” Kensington Palace maintains Kate is “doing well” and will offer only significant updates as she recovers. She spent 13 nights in hospital after requiring major surgery to her abdomen on January 17 at The London Clinic. The palace said at the time: “The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate. She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private.” But in the past two months the internet has become a cesspit of unfounded gossip. Conspiracy theories, which are far too ludicrous to be repeated in The Sun, spread around the internet. Earlier this month a palace spokesman blasted the “madness of social media”. Kensington Palace has always said she would be out of action until April. and only provide “significant” updates. It is now believed that Kate may return after her children’s Easter school holidays in the middle of April.

  • Roads are reaching ‘breaking point’ as pothole repairs hit eight-year high, report warns
    on March 18, 2024 at 11:50 pm

    ROADS are reaching “breaking point” as pothole repairs hit an eight-year high, a report says. Councils expect to fill in two million potholes this year, up 43 per cent. GettyA report says that roads are reaching ‘breaking point’ as pothole repairs hit an eight-year high[/caption] Ray CollinsCouncils expect to fill in two million potholes this year, up 43 per cent.[/caption] Roads at ‘breaking point’ as repairs hit 8-year higher cent on last year’s 1.4 million. The Asphalt Industry Alliance says the figure is the worst since 2015 when 2.2 million tarmac craters were patched up. The AIA says filling in more potholes means councils are not able to fix roads properly before they start to crumble. But it adds that authorities do not have funds for repairs. Its annual Alarm survey found that despite a 2.3 per cent rise in highway maintenance budgets, inflation means it is a cut in real terms. It said 47 per cent of local road miles were in a good condition, 36 per cent were adequate and 17 per cent were rated poor. Meanwhile, the repairs backlog reached a record £16.3billion, up from £14billion a year ago. The report followed the Government’s October announcement that it would provide £8.3billion to fix potholes with money from the scrapped extension of HS2. AIA chairman Rick Green said: “The rate at which local roads are suffering is accelerating towards breaking point. “The money from the Government is clearly not enough to halt the decline.” The Department for Transport said: “It’s the biggest funding rise for local road improvement.” Government also said £38million would be spent on improving England’s deadliest roads.

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।