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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Amazon huge sale with 40% off on thousands of items including household staples to end in DAYS
Keep reading for tips on how to protect yourself against sale scams MEGA-SALE Amazon huge sale with 40% off on thousands of items including household staples to end in DAYS Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AMAZON shoppers have been treated to a massive sale with 40 percent off thousands of items. But you'd better be quick, the major discounts won't be around much longer. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Amazon has launched a huge sale off home essentials Credit: Getty Amazon's Everyday Essentials Week runs from 21 to 27 May, slashing the prices on groceries, cleaning items, beauty products, and more. Products from big brands like Andrex, Fairy, Flash and Gillette Venus will all be discounted. Shoppers will also be able to snap up grocery products from brands such as Cadbury and Twinings, for up to 30% cheaper. The discounts will apply to all UK customers, with Prime members also able to access free delivery and same-day delivery in over 80 towns and cities across the UK. Amazon said that the event will offer shoppers savings 'on products for every room of the home, and for every member of the family – from baby wipes, shampoo, and toilet roll, to coffee pods, pet food, and fabric softener.' Bargain fans will also be pleased to learn that there will also be up to 15% off Amazon's own brand lines, including Amazon Basics and Amazon Essentials. Whilst the sales are exciting, they've also caught the attention of vile scam artists. Experts have revealed the most common Amazon scams and how to avoid them during the shopping frenzy. The first being the Prime membership scam, where criminals contact victims via email or text to alert members of an 'issue' with the account. They then send an email with a link, prompting users to 'verify' their account details. "To avoid this, always check the sender of any email or text you receive," the QR Code Generator team told The Sun. "As convincing as scammers can be, Amazon will never ask you to share sensitive information via phone, text or email. "If you receive one of these messages, don't engage with it. Instead, go directly to the Amazon app or website to check the status of your account." Another to look out for is the fake order confirmation scam, where criminals send fake emails claiming there was an issue with the order. These emails usually contain links to fraudulent websites designed to steal personal details and payment information. The experts told us: "If you receive an email regarding an issue with your order, do not click any links. Instead, check the status of any orders through the Amazon app or website. "It is also advisable to enable two-factor authentication for extra security." The third scam is the fake listing scam where scammers create false shop fronts on Amazon, offering high-demand items at unbeatable prices. Shoppers will then be sent a counterfeit product or nothing at all. The experts said: "It is important to always check a seller's reviews and be cautious of deals that seem suspicious. Stick to well-reviewed sellers or those marked as 'Amazon Verified.' "If you do fall victim to a fake listing scam, you can often resolve this by contacting Amazon. "Click 'I have an issue with a seller' on the Amazon app or website to start the refund process. However, while you may get your money back, it is safest to avoid this scam altogether." This comes after Amazon launched a rival to Temu and Shein, with thousands of products selling for £20 or less. 'Haul' was unveiled in the UK last week, after being launched in the US last year. The service is initially being trialled among select customers before being rolled out for all customers "in the coming weeks".
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Major Amazon app to shut down for 200 MILLION people in weeks – you might be owed refunds & it'll even affect other apps
You'll want to check your subscriptions right now AMAZON, AMAZ-OFF Major Amazon app to shut down for 200 MILLION people in weeks – you might be owed refunds & it'll even affect other apps Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AMAZON is now weeks away from shutting down an app that's been used by hundreds of millions of people. There are major downsides for affected users – and you might even be owed a big refund. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The Amazon Appstore is being killed off on Android Credit: Amazon Millions of people using the Amazon Appstore will be cut off in mid-August. The closure affects anyone using the app on Android phones. Amazon's Appstore is a rival to the default Google Play Store, letting you download apps and games. It launched on Android all the way back in March 2011. But on August 20, the Amazon Appstore will close – and any apps downloaded from it will no longer receive updates. That means support will end for all apps you've downloaded via the Amazon Appstore. They may become buggy or stop work entirely, and won't be able to receive any important security fixes either. In an FAQ, Amazon warned that these apps "will not be guaranteed to operate on Android devices". Amazon has already begun killing the Appstore off by blocking developers from uploading new apps to it. That change kicked in on February 20 this year. ALL CHANGE Amazon first revealed the closure earlier this year in a dry statement uploaded to its website. Amazon Prime cancels TEN TV shows this year - including A-list actor's horror drama and beloved cult classic's reboot "In our ongoing effort to streamline and improve our services and programs, we are making some changes to Amazon Appstore for Android devices and Amazon Coins program," Amazon explained. "We will be discontinuing support of Amazon Appstore for Android devices on August 20, 2025. As of February 20, 2025, developers will no longer have the option to submit new apps targeting Android devices. "However, developers will have the option to submit updates to their existing live apps on Amazon Appstore for Android devices until August 20, 2025." Amazon added: "All existing apps on Amazon Appstore for Android devices will continue to be available to customers until August 20, 2025. Developers can continue to submit app updates until August 20, 2025." 3 The change only affects Android phones – and not Fire TV devices Credit: Google It's worth noting that the Amazon Appstore is only shutting down on Android phones. The Amazon Appstore was never available on iOS for iPhone, so it can't disappear because it was never there. And the Amazon Appstore will still be available on Amazon's own Fire TVs and Fire Tablets. ACTION STATIONS One important step you'll want to take is reviewing your Amazon Appstore subscriptions. HOW TO CHECK YOUR AMAZON APPSTORE SUBSCRIPTIONS Here's the official advice from Amazon... Manage Your Appstore Subscriptions from the Amazon Appstore App Change, update, cancel, or turn off auto-renewals for subscriptions purchased from the Amazon Appstore app. 1. Open the Amazon Appstore app 2. Tap My Apps 3. Tap Subscriptions 4. Update your subscription as needed Manage Your Appstore Subscriptions from the Website Change, update, cancel, or turn off auto-renewals for subscriptions purchased from the Amazon Appstore app. 1. Go to Your Account 2. Select Your Apps under Digital content and devices . under . 3. Select Your Subscriptions under Manage . . 4. Update your subscription as needed. Picture Credit: Amazon Make sure to cancel them before the Appstore shuts down on your Android phone. Just go into the Amazon Appstore app, then choose My Apps > Subscriptions and kill off any remaining memberships you have. Amazon Coins are also being sunsetted. These were a special currency used to make purchases on certain apps in the Amazon Appstore. 3 If you've got an Android phone, check your Amazon Appstore subscriptions sooner rather than later Credit: Google You'll need to use any remaining Amazon Coins by August 20, 2025. If you have any left over after that date, they'll be refunded. Amazon hasn't said exactly how long this will take, but promised "additional details" at a later date. You can see your Coins balance by logging into the Amazon Appstore and checking the homepage.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Major Amazon app to shut down for 200 MILLION people in weeks – you might be owed refunds & it'll even affect other apps
AMAZON is now weeks away from shutting down an app that's been used by hundreds of millions of people. There are major downsides for affected users – and you might even be owed a big refund. 3 The Amazon Appstore is being killed off on Android Credit: Amazon Millions of people using the Amazon Appstore will be cut off in mid-August. The closure affects anyone using the app on Android phones. Amazon's Appstore is a rival to the default Google Play Store, letting you download apps and games. It launched on Android all the way back in March 2011. But on August 20, the Amazon Appstore will close – and any apps downloaded from it will no longer receive updates. Read more on Amazon That means support will end for all apps you've downloaded via the Amazon Appstore. They may become buggy or stop work entirely, and won't be able to receive any In an FAQ, Amazon warned that these apps "will not be guaranteed to operate on Android devices". Amazon has already begun killing the Appstore off by blocking developers from uploading new apps to it. Most read in Tech That change kicked in on February 20 this year. ALL CHANGE Amazon Amazon Prime cancels TEN TV shows this year - including A-list actor's horror drama and beloved cult classic's reboot "In our ongoing effort to streamline and improve our services and programs, we are making some changes to Amazon Appstore for Android devices and Amazon Coins program," Amazon explained. "We will be discontinuing support of Amazon Appstore for Android devices on August 20, 2025. As of February 20, 2025, developers will no longer have the option to submit new apps targeting Android devices. "However, developers will have the option to submit updates to their existing live apps on Amazon Appstore for Android devices until August 20, 2025." Amazon added: "All existing apps on Amazon Appstore for Android devices will continue to be available to customers until August 20, 2025. Developers can continue to submit app updates until August 20, 2025." 3 The change only affects Android phones – and not Fire TV devices Credit: Google It's worth noting that the Amazon Appstore is only shutting down on Android phones. The Amazon Appstore was never available on iOS for And the Amazon Appstore will still be available on Amazon's own ACTION STATIONS One important step you'll want to take is reviewing your Amazon Appstore subscriptions. HOW TO CHECK YOUR AMAZON APPSTORE SUBSCRIPTIONS Here's the official advice from Amazon... Manage Your Appstore Subscriptions from the Amazon Appstore App Change, update, cancel, or turn off auto-renewals for subscriptions purchased from the Amazon Appstore app. 1. Open the Amazon Appstore app 2. Tap My Apps 3. Tap Subscriptions 4. Update your subscription as needed Manage Your Appstore Subscriptions from the Website Change, update, cancel, or turn off auto-renewals for subscriptions purchased from the Amazon Appstore app. 1. Go to 2. Select Your Apps under Digital content and devices . 3. Select Your Subscriptions under Manage . 4. Update your subscription as needed. Picture Credit: Amazon Make sure to cancel them before the Appstore shuts down on your Android phone. Just go into the Amazon Appstore app, then choose My Apps > Subscriptions and kill off any remaining memberships you have. Amazon Coins are also being sunsetted. These were a special currency used to make purchases on certain apps in the Amazon Appstore. 3 If you've got an Android phone, check your Amazon Appstore subscriptions sooner rather than later Credit: Google You'll need to use any remaining Amazon Coins by August 20, 2025. If you have any left over after that date, they'll be refunded. Amazon hasn't said exactly how long this will take, but promised "additional details" at a later date. You can see your Coins balance by logging into the Amazon Appstore and checking the homepage.
New York Post
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Carey Hart apologizes to wife Pink after he's hospitalized: ‘Sorry to everyone I ghosted'
In sickness and in health. Carey Hart is on the mend after suffering an injury that made him end up in the hospital earlier this week. The former professional motocross competitor has recently returned to the sport, which led to him getting hurt on Thursday. 'Welp, I ran out of talent. I had a pretty nasty get off, practicing Thursday morning. Landed off a jump, bars knifed, and took the bar to the gut while going over the bars. As I understand it, severed my small intestine from my colon,' he wrote via Instagram. 7 Carey Hart reveals he was in the hospital earlier this week. Instagram/@hartluck 7 Carey Hart said he got injured during practice. Instagram/@hartluck 'I'm fine and will recover from this. Just a big thank you to @feedbigb for talking me into going to the ER, and a huge thanks to @pink. As always does in these situations w/ me, she steps up and takes charge at the hospital. Sorry to put you through this, yet again.' Hart, 49, added several laughing emojis and shared a carousel of photos from his hospital stay, which included a bathroom selfie that showed staples on his stomach and bandages. In one sweet photo, the couple's children — daughter Willow, 13, and son Jameson, 8 — sit in the hospital room on their iPad and iPhone as their famous dad is taken care of. 7 Carey Hart posted about his injuries via Instagram. Instagram/@hartluck 7 The athlete showed off his brutal injuries from the hospital with a carousel of hospital photos. Instagram/@hartluck 7 Carey Hart and Pink share kids Jameson and Willow. Instagram/@hartluck 'Thanks Willz and Jamo for coming to visit today. Gonna rest up this week, and start the healing process,' Hart went on in his message. 'Sorry to everyone I ghosted over the last couple days. There was a good reason for it. I'm gonna take a few days off, and I'll catch up with everyone next week.' Hart previously thanked Pink after he had lower spine disc replacement surgery. The athlete has also been by Pink's side during health scares. In 2021, she thanked him as she recovered from hip surgery. 7 Carey Hart is a former professional freestyle motocross racer and current off-road truck racer. Instagram/@hartluck Hart, and Pink, 45, married in Costa Rica in 2006 after meeting at the Summer X Games in their 20s. They've endured plenty of ups and downs together, initially splitting in 2003 before reconciling the following year, and announcing a separation in 2008. In 2009, they called off their divorce. In 2020, the musician — real name Alecia Beth Moore — credited therapy for the success of their marriage. 7 Pink and Carey Hart at the P!NK: ALL I KNOW SO FAR LA premiere on May 17, 2021. Getty Images for AMAZON PRIME VIDEO 'When you first get together, you look at that person as your entire world. One person can't be your entire world. You have to have your own passions, your own friends, your own time to yourself. I used to be super needy. Now we expect less of each other, and that allows us to give each other more somehow,' Pink told People in 2021. Two years later, she gushed that Hart was her 'muse' while accepting the Icon Award at the iHeart Radio Music Awards. 'If he loved me perfectly I would have nothing to say.'
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Amazon is selling £5 ‘ambient' fence that gives extra privacy from neighbours & gives your garden perfect summer look
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AMAZON is selling the perfect product to keep your garden safe from prying eyes - and it costs just £5. With the sun poking its head above the clouds this week, many of us are likely planning on spending some time relaxing in the garden. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Amazon is selling the perfect product to keep your home safe from prying eyes Credit: Getty 2 The privacy screen can be easily attached to an existing fence Credit: Amazon But for many of us, the thought of nosy neighbours peeking into our outside space can leave us filled with anxiety, and unable to properly relax. Putting up a large fence around your garden may seem like the obvious choice to keep away prying eyes, but this can be expensive - and can sometimes lead to disagreements with neighbours. However, Amazon's Natural Reed Outdoor Privacy Fence, offers the perfect solution. The stylish fence comes in two colours, 'Natural' and 'Carbonised' meaning that there's a design to suit any garden. The bamboo screen comes with 100 ties, making it easy to attach to an existing fence or balcony. It promises to enhance "ambience and privacy", and at just £5.61, is the perfect buy for penny pinchers. It is also made from sturdy materials, meaning you don't have to worry about it getting blown away in the wind. A product description reads: " This bamboo fence panel offers a natural and stylish solution for your outdoor space, effectively blocking unwanted views while blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings of your garden or patio. "Perfect for creating an intimate area in your yard while enhancing the overall ambiance and safeguarding your privacy." I made a DIY fence for £68 with pallets from Facebook Marketplace - it gives more privacy & people say it's 'fantastic' Another fence perfect for penny-pinchers is B&Q's Natural Reed Garden Screen, which can keep your garden out of view of snoopers, for just £16 A description reads: "This Klikstrom natural screening is perfect for adding both privacy and a contemporary style to your outdoor spaces. "Crafted from durable material, this product is self supporting and weather resistant." Shoppers have been raving about the bargain buy on the B&Q website. How high can a garden fence be? Despite what many people think a garden fence can be as high as 100m but you need to get planning permission for any fence taller than 2m. Any fence under 2m does not need planning permission. However, there are some complications to this. If you are thinking about front garden fences, restrictions state that fences alongside a driveway can be a maximum of 1m or 3ft. You would need to get planning permission for putting a trellis on a fence of 2m. But, if any plant that you grow on that trellis exceeds 2m, you do not need to obtain a permit for the growing plant. One person said: " We bought this product for more privacy in our residence and the result is superb! A second person said: "Nice, strong and wind proof." And B&Q's Lifelike Grape Leaf Foldable Artificial Green Wall is another bargain buy perfect for keeping your garden secluded. The stylish screen comes in a realistic leaf design, perfect for blending in to your greenery. Plus, the product has been made with premium wood and weather resistant plastic, making it extra durable - so you don't have to worry about it coming down in windy or rainy conditions. A product description reads: "Bring refreshing greenery to your outdoor décor with this artificial hedge panel. "Designed for versatility, it works as a fence screen, wall décor, or garden hedge.
