2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on UK’s huge new £250m indoor water resort delayed until 2028 – as cost soars to £400m
THERME Manchester’s long awaited opening has been delayed even further.
The huge water attraction was first announced back in 2020, which had an opening date of 2024.
SuppliedTherme Manchester is expected to open much later than planned[/caption]
Therme ManchesterWhen it does open it will have an indoor beach, one of the first of its kind in the UK[/caption]
However, the attraction bosses have said the “first major construction phase” will start later this year, MEN reports.
And with the huge complex predicted to take between 24 and 30 months to build, this means it is unlikely to open until 2028.
Not only that, but the estimates costs for the 28-acre resort have since soared.
Originally cited to cost £250million, this has since jumped to £400million.
Therme UK CEO Professor David Russell CEO explained that the costs were based on an old design of the resort.
He said: “The current design incorporates additional public space, sustainable and accessibility initiatives, the spectacular inner wellbeing garden, incorporation of our own state of the energy centre focused on air sourced heat pump energy and thermal storage (capable of incorporating district heating networks when available) and an integrated water retention system.”
He said it will still make Therme Manchester “unique and first of its kind in the UK”.
Sun Travel has contacted Therme UK for additional comment.
Therme Manchester has been called the “UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort”.
When it does open, inside will be a waterpark with 25 swimming pools, 35 water slides and even an indoor beach, the first of it’s kind in the UK.
The resort will be 33C all year round so don’t expect to get cold inside.
A huge wellness area will have steam rooms, saunas, mineral pools and treatments such as massages and facials.
Swim up bars will be part of the adult-only areas, with a push on healthy food options, gyms and exercises classes as well.
Restaurants, cafes and outdoor gardens will be part of the resort, with dedicated public transport stops outside as well.
As many as 1.7million people are expected to visit in the first year.
There are also plans for Therme Scotland in Glasgow, expected to cost £100million.
Therme ManchesterThere will be outdoor gardens and new public transport stops too[/caption]
Little else is known about the plans although images show huge glass atriums with outdoor pools overlooking the river.
In the mean time, there are two other Therme attractions in Europe.
Therme Bucharest, while smaller, still has 17 slides and even DJ nights.
The Sun’s Steve Corbett recently visited the Romanian Therme attraction.
Picture one of those famous Center Parcs domes, then imagine it seven times bigger.
Therme has its own exotic climate — the air temperature never drops below 30C — so you’ll see bananas and coconuts growing on some of its cherished 800,000 trees, plants and living walls.
Then there’s everything you can see and do inside the waterpark-spa hybrid, from whirling water slides for kids to high-tech treatments for couples and poolside bars, with DJs, that stag and hen parties would love.
Grown-ups can enjoy a hydro-massage bed, visit “wet saunas” — some of which are infused with botanicals and herbs — and sit in a relaxing salt library, with walls built from blocks on Himalayan salt, known for its medicinal and mental health benefits.
Make sure to stay until the early evening if you fancy a bit of a boogie.
Open until midnight, the place becomes an Instagrammer’s paradise after sunset, with a DJ delivering energetic vibes.
Best of all, a day ticket, offering full access, costs just £28.
There is also Therme Erding, one of the largest thermal baths in the world which even has an indoor waterpark.
And here are the plans for Therme Dubai which will be the tallest of its kind in the world.
Therme ManchesterTicket prices and a confirmed opening date are yet to be confirmed[/caption]
2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on ‘He won’t be there’ – Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca on brink of SACK and has two games to save his job, claims Paul Merson
CHELSEA head coach Enzo Maresca has two games to save his job, according to Paul Merson.
The Blues have endured a mixed season under their new boss.
GettyEnzo Maresca is at risk of being sacked, Paul Merson has claimed[/caption]
Merson insists Chelsea need to qualify for the Champions LeagueSky Sports
Having been widely considered title contenders before Christmas, Maresca and Co began dropping down the Premier League table at the turn of the year.
With the top-four competition so tight, Merson believes Chelsea cannot afford to drop any more points in the coming weeks.
The ex-Arsenal man has even suggested that Maresca could find himself out of the job if they don’t win the next two games.
On Monday, Merson said: “If they don’t win their next two games, the manager won’t be there.
“They’re playing against two of the worst teams to play in the Premier League for I don’t know how long in Southampton and Leicester.
“So, if they don’t win those two games, he will do well to keep his job.
“Chelsea have got to get in the Champions League. They need the Champions League to keep players like Cole Palmer as he will want to play in that competition.
“They will have to finish in the top five, otherwise I dread to think what’s going to happen. I just don’t see what the plan is.
“All the seven-year contracts and these players are not getting any better. How many of them have been a major success?”
Merson also put forward a theory to explain why Cole Palmer has experienced a drop-off in form.
He continued: “Even Palmer has struggled now, Palmer needs Nicolas Jackson, and Jackson needs Palmer.
“Without Jackson’s movement, Palmer gets suffocated out of the game. He hasn’t got any movement in front of him.
“People give Jackson stick, but you can see how good he is now he’s not in the team.
“Now, all of a sudden, they’ve got nothing up front, so no one’s making the runs and Palmer’s got no space. So he’s getting deeper and deeper. Jackson’s a massive miss.”
Chelsea next host Southampton at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday evening before travelling to Copenhagen in the Europa Conference League next Thursday.
BLUES keeper Filip Jorgensen’s awful underarm howler saw Aston Villa come from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in the Prem.
Enzo Fernandez’s rapid opener inside nine minutes came from Pedro Neto’s stunning breeze past Ian Maatsen.
But the Blues soon fell apart after Man Utd loanee Marcus Rashford’s blistering introduction at half-time.
Rashford provided two assists for fellow January signing Marco Asensio to leave Chelsea in sixth with two Prem wins from nine games in 2025.
FILIP JORGENSEN – 4
Horrible error for Villa’s late winner as Asensio’s shot squirmed under his body and through his gloves- ironically he had made a crucial save before that.
MALO GUSTO – 6
Failed to get a decent touch on Cash’s ball – and that led to Villa’s second half equaliser. Struggled to deal with Rashford’s presence.
TREVOH CHALOBAH – 3
The defender suffered a huge blow as he had to come off after just six minutes clutching his ribs following a challenge from Asensio.
LEVI COLWILL – 6
Found himself with a new central defensive partner early in the game and looked uncertain at times.
MARC CUCURELLA – 6
Defending Chelsea’s left flank was not as troublesome as the right hand side, and the Spaniard looked stylish as Villa applied more pressure.
REECE JAMES – 6
Stepped in for the injured Noni Madueke and took the captain’s armband, had a good battle with Cash.
ENZO FERNANDEZ – 6
Right place, right time to open the scoring, a real threat early on, took a booking for the team, lucky to escape a second.
MOISES CAICEDO – 7
Provided a strong presence in midfield, spotted danger early and halted a number of Villa raids.
His second-half ball should have provided Chelsea with their winner.
COLE PALMER – 6
Largely quiet game but wasted his chance to win the game when he collected a Caicedo through ball – but stumbled – that allowed Konsa to clear the shot
PEDRO NETO – 7
Great work for the opening goal when he left Maatsen standing before crossing to find Fernandez.
CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU- 5
Hugged the left touchline, should have been involved more, not as much of a threat as Neto, subbed with 14 minutes to go.
SUBS
TOSIN ADARABIOYO: (for Chalobah, 6mins) – 6
Needed some time to fit in at the back after Chalobah’s injury.
JADON SANCHO: (for Nkunku, 76mins) – 5
Did little to affect the game after coming on for an ineffective Nkunku.
Celebrations, Roses and Quality Street have all shrunk in recent years, but prices have either stayed the same or gone up.
The weight of the tubs has been lowered by as much as 50g, with the cost going up as much as 50p.
Meanwhile, Nestlé recently faced criticism after being accused of shrinking the size of the iconic Purple One chocolate.
The maker of Quality Street later confirmed it had reduced the size of the much-loved hazelnut-filled treat by over 10%, sparking outrage among loyal customers.
Nestlé previously stirred controversy by altering the iconic Brazil nut-shaped design of the caramel treat, replacing it with a circular swirl.
However, fans also picked up on a change in size, with one even weighing both versions to calculate the extent of the “shrinkflation.”
Originally, the chocolate weighed 9.6 grams, but the new version tipped the scales at just 8.4 grams – a reduction of 12%.
Quality Street lover Rebecca Gracey fumed online: “Half of the appeal of Quality Street is/was aesthetic.
“Changing the shape and size of much loved favourites is sacrilege.
“I’ve never forgiven Nestlè for changing the diamond of fudge into a most uninteresting shape.
“However, the final straw was changing the shiny cellophane and foil wrappers to dull waxed paper.
“I have not purchased them since that abomination.”
How to save money on chocolate
We all love a bit of chocolate from now and then, but you don't have to break the bank buying your favourite bar.
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how to cut costs…
Go own brand – if you’re not too fussed about flavour and just want to supplant your chocolate cravings, you’ll save by going for the supermarket’s own brand bars.
Shop around – if you’ve spotted your favourite variety at the supermarket, make sure you check if it’s cheaper elsewhere.
Websites like Trolley.co.uk let you compare prices on products across all the major chains to see if you’re getting the best deal.
Look out for yellow stickers – supermarket staff put yellow, and sometimes orange and red, stickers on to products to show they’ve been reduced.
They usually do this if the product is coming to the end of its best-before date or the packaging is slightly damaged.
Buy bigger bars – most of the time, but not always, chocolate is cheaper per 100g the larger the bar.
So if you’ve got the appetite, and you were going to buy a hefty amount of chocolate anyway, you might as well go bigger.
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Tottenham win: Tottenham tails are up following a run of three straight Premier League victories – the longest run in the division. Ange Postecoglou has crucial members of the side back and they should be able to capitalise on a confidence-stricken Manchester City.
BTTS (YES): They might be struggling for results, but Manchester City have still scored more goals than any other side in the division over the last fix league matches (16). They have, however, conceded the seventh most goals in that period (10). They’ve also shipped 15 goals in their last six away games in all competitions.
Brennan Johnson to score: He’s back and he’s back with a bang! The Wales international grabbed a fine brace against Ipswich Town over the weekend, and has fond memories of this fixture having grabbed the fourth at the Etihad earlier this season.
Omar Marmoush to score: If Manchester City are to score, and we expect they will, it’s more than likely to come via Omar Marmoush. The Egyptian scored a hat-trick against Newcastle United, and no Manchester City player can better his 11 attempts on goal over the last four matches, nor better his minutes per shot on 26.6.
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2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Mark Daigneault gives Timberwolves their flowers amid stunning meltdown
Even after holding a 25-point lead, Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder fell 131-128 in overtime to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite the loss, Daigneault gave props to the Timberwolves stating, “They kept playing and ran all the way through the game, and that was a great comeback by them. So they deserve to win. […]
2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on I always get asked what concealer I use as my under-eyes are so flawless – I don’t own one, my 1p hack makes skin bright
A BEAUTY enthusiast has shared a savvy hack to fix the appearance of eye bags – and you probably already have the secret in your kitchen cupboard.
So if your skin is looking dull and lacklustre and you’re on a mission to brighten up your face without having to splash too much cash, then you’ve come to the right place.
A beauty enthusiast has revealed that rather than using concealer to cover dark under-eyes, she swears by a super simple 1p hacktiktok@victoria__beniteztiktok@victoria__benitezThanks to Victoria Benitez’s trick, your skin will be flawless, tight and bright, without breaking the bank[/caption]
tiktok@victoria__benitezBeauty fans were desperate to give her trick a try[/caption]
Thanks to content creator Victoria Benitez, your skin will look tight and bright in no time at all – and it’ll cost you just 1p a time.
Victoria took to social media to share her natural skincare trick, leaving many very impressed.
With Victoria’s method, rather than lathering on layers of thick concealer, she uses just two common ingredients – coffee and water – which she then freezes into small ice cubes.
Showing off her simple trick, the young woman, who is from the US, said: “Everyone is always asking me what concealer I use. Concealer? I’ve never heard of her. I just use coffee and water.”
She then claimed: “This is so good for your skin and because it’s in ice, it helps reduce puffiness, swelling, improve circulation, and that’s what causes dark under-eyes – poor circulation – and also damaged blood vessels in your eyes.
“And when you put coffee on your eyes, it helps constrict the blood vessels that are damaged, which repairs them, which makes them nice, tight, and bright.
“And it’s literally so simple and it’s not $100 [£79]. All these eye creams are so expensive and you look at the ingredients, it’s like agua, alcohol, then caffeine.
“The one thing that all eye products have in common is that they always have caffeine.
“So just get some coffee and water and wake your face up with some coffee ice cubes.”
With Victoria’s simple hack, all you need to do is freeze your coffee mixture and then rub it over your face, paying particular attention to under your eyes.
The influencer, who also uses beetroot on her lips and cheeks to save money on blusher and lipstick, then acknowledged: “And also, the smell from the coffee just makes you so much more alive, so much more awake, so much lighter and brighter, you’re just ready to take on the day.”
As Victoria wiped her face and showed off her flawless skin, the brunette beauty, who describes her ice cube hack as ‘natural concealer’ then added: “So this is your sign.
Throw away all those serums that are just weighing your eyes down and are gonna make them sag. Make some coffee ice cubes
Victoria Benitez
“Throw away all those serums that are just weighing your eyes down and are gonna make them sag.
“Make some coffee ice cubes.”
Top beauty trends for 2025
Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025.
Haircare
Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment.
Hair glosses are multifunctional as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025’s core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up.
2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments.
Skincare
Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance the skin’s appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. “Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to a achieve flawless, youthful complexion.
Skincare routines will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine.
Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving makeup and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant.
Makeup
Makeup trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin.
Makeup looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks.
Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect.
Nails
2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
If you fancy giving Victoria’s trick a try, you can buy an 100g pot of instant coffee granules for just £1.50 from Sainsbury’s.
With just 10g needed for each serving, this hack works out at just 1p a serving, making it perfect for those on a budget.
Beauty fans beam
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @victoria__benitez, has clearly left many open-mouthed as it has quickly amassed 650,500 views in just one day.
Beauty fans were left beaming with Victoria’s simple but effective trick and many eagerly flocked to the comments to express this.
Looks amazing! Thank you
TikTok user
One person said: “Goes and makes coffee ice cubes instantly… You’re a legend, thank you.”
Another added: “Omg trying this!”
A third commented: “Looks amazing! Thank you.”
Top 40 beauty tips that have been handed down from generations
1. Never go to bed in make up
2. Moisturise daily
3. Don’t pick at your spots, to avoid scarring
4. Get enough sleep to prevent tired-looking skin
5. When it comes to make-up, less is more
6. Trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends
7. Don’t forget to moisturise your neck and décolletage
8. Drink a big glass of water each morning to cleanse and rehydrate
9. Gently pat your face dry with a towel instead of rubbing to avoid irritation
10. Avoid using too much heat on your hair to prevent damage
11. Remove makeup gently, especially around the eyes
12. Use a lip balm to keep your lips soft and prevent chapping
13. Put cucumbers on eyes to help reduce puffiness
14. Choose a foundation that matches your neck to avoid a mismatched face
15. Wash your face in cold water after cleansing to close pores.
16. Rinsing hair in cold water to increase the shine
17. Wear sunscreen/SPF protection every day, no matter the weather
18. Use a cold spoon to reduce under-eye puffiness
19. Use petroleum jelly to tame brows and moisturise lips
20. Test skincare products on a small patch of skin before using them all over your face
21. Never spend longer than 30 minutes in direct sunlight
22. Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove dead skin cells
23. Wear gloves on hands and socks on feet after putting cream on overnight
24. Wear brown mascara for a less harsh look
25. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural glow
26. Wash hair in beer to make in shiny
27. Invest in a good quality eye cream
28. Keep your makeup brushes clean to avoid breakouts
29. Apply eye cream to reduce puffiness and dark circles
30. Apply a heat protectant before using styling tools on your hair
31. Brush your hair 100 strokes per day
32. Head massages for hair growth
33. Deep condition your hair weekly to keep it healthy and shiny
34. Wrap hair in a warm towel to enhance a hair treatment
35. Use a silk pillowcase to reduce hair frizz and skin wrinkles
36. Use a facial mask once a week for deep cleansing
37. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser to prevent clogged pores
38. Exfoliate your lips using your toothbrush
39. Use mayonnaise as a hair conditioner
40. Use a primer before applying foundation for a smoother finish
At the same time, another beauty enthusiast simply wrote: “Influenced.”
Meanwhile, someone else asked: “You just brew a pot of coffee and combine it with water and freeze?”
To this, Victoria confirmed: “I brew coffee with water and freeze that.”
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2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Nepo-baby attends star-studded Burberry London Fashion Week show with Brit rock icon dad – but can you guess who she is?
A BRITISH nepo-baby cut a glam figure in a check-print jacket and huge hoop earrings as she stepped out with her dad at London Fashion Week.
The 25-year-old businesswoman, who co-owns a shop with her musician father, oozed sass in the short-sleeve outerwear paired with a red and black patterned shirt underneath.
A Brit nepo-baby daughter of a top rock icon cut a glam figure at Burberry’s London Fashion Week showGettyGettyThe pair were seen deep in conversation on the Red Carpet[/caption]
GettyMissy Albarn is the only daughter of Blur frontman Damon[/caption]
Missy Albarn, daughter of Blur frontman Damon Albarn, 56, looked right at home in the star-studded surroundings of designer Burberry’s London Fashion Week show.
She paired her outfit with pinstripe trousers and white high-top trainers, finishing off her look with a printed bag.
She swept her red hair into a low bun with front pieces framing her face and kept her make-up fresh.
Her proud Britpop star dad Damon opted for more neutral tones, with a white T-Shirt and stone coloured shirt cover up, paired with grey wide-legged joggers and white trainers.
The Park Life vocalist added a pop of colour with a green baseball cap and red-rimmed glasses.
He stood close by Missy as they posed for pictures on the Red Carpet before entering the event.
They were seen enjoying a chat before they headed inside.
Damon, who confessed in 2023 to writing his new album in secret, rocketed to fame as the main lyricist and frontman of rock band Blur.
He is also co-creator of virtual band Gorillaz.
And no doubt his celebrity connections will have helped Missy bag an invitation to one of fashion’s hottest events of the season.
Damon was seen sobbing at Blur’s final Wembley gig in 2023 – with his secret heartache later revealed to be due to the break-up of his 25-year relationship with wildlife artist and photographer Suzi Winstanley, who is Missy’s mum.
CLOSE BOND
In the aftermath of the split, Damon was said to be focusing on Missy, with whom he is very close.
He even credited her as the inspiration for the recent collaboration between his musical side project Gorillaz and Latin superstar Bad Bunny, after she and a friend introduced him to the rapper’s music.
What is a Nepo Baby?
A ‘nepo baby’ is a colloquial term used to describe individuals who have gained opportunities or success in their careers primarily due to familial connections or the influence of their well-known or wealthy parents, rather than solely through their own talent, skills, or efforts.
The term ‘nepo’ is short for ‘nepotism’, which refers to favouritism granted to relatives or close friends, often in a professional context.
Key Characteristics:
Inherited advantage: Nepo babies often benefit from their family’s established reputation, wealth, or industry connections.
Access to networks: They typically have easier access to influential networks and resources within their chosen field.
Public perception: The term can carry a negative connotation, implying that their success is not entirely merit-based.
Industries Affected:
Entertainment: Many actors, musicians, and other performers are often labeled as nepo babies if they have famous parents.
Business: Individuals who inherit or are given significant roles in family-owned businesses.
Politics: Politicians who follow in the footsteps of their parents or other relatives.
Examples:
Children of famous actors who become actors themselves.
Heirs to business empires who assume executive roles.
Offspring of political figures who enter public office.
The concept of nepo babies is often debated, with some arguing that it undermines the notion of meritocracy.
Meanwhile, others believe that it is natural for families to support and help each other succeed.
Damon recalled to us: “They grew up together and went to the Spanish school at the top of our road, so they’re attuned to Latin music and into reggaeton.
“Towards the end of lockdown, when everything was opening up, we went to Jamaica to do the Gorillaz EP, Meanwhile.
“And because Bad Bunny lives in Puerto Rico, which is close by, it was the perfect place for us to meet up.
“I went with my daughter and her mates and so they got to meet him too.”
BUSINESS PARTNERS
The pair have also gone into business together.
They run a homeware shop called West Town in Westbourne Grove, London.
It sells art, posters, bags and much more and its Instagram bio states: “West Town is a place full of gorgeous things.
“Filled with things we’ve found and things we’ve made, objects we love and pieces that inspire us.”
Both Missy and Damon are directors and it also has an online offering.
PAThe dad and daughter duo cut a striking look on the Red Carpet[/caption]
GettyDamon, second right, found fame in rock band Blur[/caption]
GettyThe pair own a business together in London[/caption]
2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Nigel Farage rated ‘BEST leader in Britain’ beating Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch, new poll shows
BRITS have backed Nigel Farage as the most favourable leading politician pulling ahead of his frontline rivals, polling shows.
The Reform UK chief recorded a 31 per cent favourability rating giving him a big advantage of Sir Keir Starmer.
Reform UK party leader Nigel FarageReuters
But some 46 per cent say they have an unfavourable opinion of Mr Farage – giving him a net score of minus 15 points.
But the public overall has a negative view of leading politicians and parties, the survey reveals.
The figures from the Ipsos show that Sir Keir Starmer holds a net favourability rating of minus 34 points.
Just over a fifth, some 21 per cent, give him a favourable record some seven months into his job as Prime Minister – but 55 per cent give the opposite view.
His net rating is down by five points compared to last month amid the fall out from national insurance hike and ending the universal winter fuel payments.
2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on MAFS UK star reveals boozy reunion took THREE DAYS to film and grim detail about outfits they wore for show
THE Married At First Sight reunion took three days to film, and one of the stars has now shared a grim detail about the outfits they wore for the show.
InstagramThe Married At First Sight reunion took three days to film, and one of the stars has now shared a grim detail about the outfits they wore for the show[/caption]
Channel 4The stars had to wear their outfits the day after the dinner party to film more scenes[/caption]
Those who braved the reunion included Adam Nightingale, Amy Kenyon, Holly Ditchfield, Lacey Martin, Nathan Campbell, Kieran Chapman and Kristina Goodsell.
And Shona decided to let fans into a little secret about the show, as she said they have to go backt o filming after the dinner, in your “manky” outfit, while “very hungover.”
She said: “We film reunions over 2 days and then if you’re needed which I was every time you have to film on the third morning after filming ALL day for the dinner party so your dress is manky and if you’re like me very hungover.
“But you have to do your makeup again and I just slept in my eye makeup because I couldn’t do it like my make up girlies did!”
She added: “You always feel so rough doing that.”
MAFS star Amy Kenyon also confirmed this to be the case, sharing a photo in her outfit from the night before.
But she opted to wear leggings on her bottom half, beneath her glam dress, and trainers, after being dragged back in for filming.
Amy wrote to fans: “I can’t explain how unwell (hungover) I felt the next morning when we were told we had to go back & film our little interview section.
“Last night’s makeup & hair & we couldn’t be bothered to dress our bottom halves.
“I had full @adanola jumpsuit hanging off me at the back. Not a proud moment, not sure how @adam.nightingale.1990 still looks so good. My look is giving dragged through an actual hedge.”
It comes as viewers slammed bosses for bringing back old contestants from series eight for yet another reunion.
One wrote: “Not gonna bother. It’s not the recent cast, what’s the point?”
A second posted: “Don’t understand why the ones from last season are on there?? They had there moment.”
This person replied: “I thought that! Confusing,” while someone else echoed: “Absolutely agreed , annoying.”
Another added: “Stop bringing the wannabes back for more airtime.”
Channel 4Viewers slammed bosses for bringing back old contestants from series eight for yet another reunion[/caption]
Channel 4Erica Roberts and other former MAFS stars returned for the boozy gettogether[/caption]
2 weeks agoBlogsComments Off on Tesco axes popular Clubcard service at checkouts leaving customers fuming
TESCO shoppers have blasted the retailer for axing a popular service at checkouts.
Customers will no longer be able to pay via the supermarket’s app in stores.
AlamyTesco shoppers are fuming about a change at the tills[/caption]
Until now, customers buying items in Tesco shops could open the supermarket’s app, and then click on “Pay In-Store”.
This feature allowed them to pay and collect Clubcard points in one go by scanning a code.
But as of March 7, they will have to do these two things separately.
An email sent to customers said: “To ensure we’re able to keep bringing out the best value and convenience, we’ve taken the decision to remove the pay in-store feature, formally known as Tesco Pay+, from the Tesco app.
“Between now and March 7, the pay in-store feature will be phased out and any linked card details will be removed, unless you’re using them for GetGo, Whoosh, or home delivery shopping.
“So next time you’re in-store, you’ll need to pay separately after scanning your Clubcard. You can still earn points and access Clubcard Prices by simply scanning your Clubcard or app at the till.
“Or you can add your Clubcard to your Apple or Google Wallets.”
Shoppers are not happy with the decision – as many found the feature a time-saver and others used it to avoid carrying a wallet around.
One said on the social media site Reddit: ”So annoying. How is it more convenient to turn what was one step, into two. Can’t see how it’s going to help with value either.”
Another added: “Use it daily.. it’s pretty convenient to me, no need to scan Clubcard.. just pay with the app, quite a strange move from Tesco.”
And a third fumed: “I literally use this for every purchase, whyyyyyyyyy.”
While a fourth said: “FFS I use this to buy brekkie at work instead of keeping a wallet on me.”
Some speculated that Tesco is trying to reduce the amount of processing done by the app, to keep it working more easily.
Another shopper wrote on X.com that it had been handy to use when filling up at the petrol station.
A Tesco spokesperson said: “We regularly review the payment options available to our customers.
“It’s still quick easy to earn points on your shopping and fuel and enjoy Clubcard Prices offers by tapping your Clubcard in-store, scanning it via the Tesco App, or by adding it to your Apple or Google wallet.”
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How to save money at Tesco
EVERY little helps when it comes to saving money at Tesco.
The Sun’s Head of Consumer Tara Evans explains how you can save money at the UK’s biggest supermarket.
Clubcard points
Tesco first launched it’s loyalty scheme back in 1995. You get one point for every £1 you spend in store. If you spend points in store then 100 points is worth £1. You can spend your points via its reward partners and get triple and even sometimes quadruple the value.
Extend Clubcard points
You can find lost Clubvcard points and find the last two years of unused vouchers by logging into the Tesco Clubcard site.
Clubcard prices
If you don’t have a Clubcard then you will miss out on its cheaper Clubcard prices. However, don’t forget to check prices before you shop because it might not be cheaper than elsewhere, especially on big value items like washing powder and loo roll.
Yellow stickers
Shops do vary the time they reduce groceries with yellow stickers but Tesco tends to be between 7pm and 9pm.
Save money if you shop online
If you get your Tesco food shop delivered then it might be worth buying a delivery saver pass to help cut the cost of delivery fees.
If you live near a Tesco then you can get click and collect slots of as little as 25p, so it might be cheaper than getting your food delivered.
