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Daily Record
12-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Debenhams' 'comfortable' £350 sofa set 'looks fab' in small gardens
The 5-seater sofa set, which includes a coffee table, is perfect for anyone looking to spruce up their garden this summer - and it's currently half price Debenhams customers have the opportunity to grab a bargain garden sofa set, ideal for making the most of the summer outdoors. It's not often that retailers offer such significant discounts, particularly as the weather warms and many Brits are on the hunt for garden furniture. The Alivio 5-Seater Rattan Corner Sofa Set, usually retailing at £699.99, is currently available at half price. For a limited time, while stocks last, this corner set, complete with a coffee table, can be snapped up for just £349.99. Described by Debenhams as the "perfect blend of style and comfort" for sprucing up an outdoor area, it's built from weather-resistant rattan and comes with "plush removable cushions" that are simple to clean and maintain. The "luxurious and practical" set is designed to seat five people comfortably on its 180cm sofa, making the most of every inch in smaller spaces. Its modular design allows for flexible arrangement to best suit your requirements. The easy-to-clean glass-topped coffee table provides a safe place for food and drinks, preventing spills. The entire set features a dark grey frame that contrasts beautifully with the lighter-coloured cushions, making it a versatile choice for any garden aesthetic, reports the Mirror. Customers were delighted with this set. One satisfied shopper said: "This was easy to put together, looks fab in my new garden." Another added: "Delighted with this. As I don't have a large garden it is just a nice size." A third shopper commented: "Lovely comfortable garden seating. My husband assembled it with no problems. [It] looks great, has nice quality and was a great value price." However, not all customers were impressed. One claimed: "Took around an hour or so to put together - [definitely] needs 2 people. It's not very big and would not sit five comfortably." They went on to criticise the cushions, adding: "The cushions are really poor quality. The seat ones have already started to go flat after only two or three uses, and the back ones are so thin that you feel the back of the seat through them, and it's uncomfortable. "You need another cushion to support your back! I bought it in the sale. I would not have been happy had I paid full price." Another unhappy customer warned: "Don't be fooled by the photos! This is small and extremely uncomfortable and unable to accommodate more than three people with any room left over!" Bargains for garden sets to make the most of the summer weather are popping up online. For instance, Dunelm has various options on its website, including a great deal on the Elements 7-Seater Corner and Dining Set - it's £399, which is a £100 discount on the normal price. Argos has the 4 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set for £320. The retailer also tempts buyers with extra savings on garden gear such as furniture, decorations, hot tubs, and much more, once shoppers hit specific spending targets. The discount isn't automatically applied and can be redeemed by entering the code GARDEN at checkout. Purchases of more than £300 could save £50 with the offer increasing the more you spend (Save £120 on £600 and Save £250 on £1000).
Edinburgh Live
12-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Debenhams £700 rattan sofa set discounted in half price sale
Debenhams customers can snag a bargain garden sofa set, ideal for making the most of the summer sunshine in style. Getting a deal just as the temperatures rise, and shoppers will likely be thinking about making a big garden purchase, is a rare opportunity. The Alivio 5-Seater Rattan Corner Sofa Set, usually sold for £699.99, is currently available at half price. For a limited time, while stocks last, this corner set, complete with a coffee table, can be snapped up for just £349.99. Described by Debenhams as the "perfect blend of style and comfort" for sprucing up an outdoor area, it's made from weather-resistant rattan. It also comes with "plush removable cushions" that are simple to remove and keep clean. This "luxurious and practical" set boasts space for five people on its 180cm sofa, optimising every bit of compact spaces. Its modular design allows for flexible arrangement to best suit your needs. The easy-to-clean glass-topped coffee table provides a safe spot for all your summer food and drinks. The entire set features a dark grey frame that contrasts with the lighter cushions, making it a versatile addition to any garden aesthetic, reports the Mirror. (Image: Alivio | Debenhams) Customers who bought this set were very pleased with it. One shopper commented: "This was easy to put together, looks fab in my new garden." Another added: "Delighted with this. As I don't have a large garden, it is just a nice size." A third wrote: "Lovely comfortable garden seating. My husband assembled it with no problems. [It] looks great, has nice quality and was a great value price." Yet, not every customer was satisfied, as one said: "Took around an hour or so to put together - [definitely] needs 2 people. It's not very big and would not sit five comfortably. "The cushions are really poor quality. The seat ones have already started to go flat after only two or three uses, and the back ones are so thin that you feel the back of the seat through them, and it's uncomfortable. I bought it in the sale. I would not have been happy had I paid full price." (Image: Getty) Another unhappy shopper cautioned: "Don't be fooled by the photos! This is small and extremely uncomfortable and unable to accommodate more than three people with any room left over!" There are deals abound for those on the hunt for something to enhance their outdoor spaces this summer. Dunelm boasts a variety of garden essentials with discounts on its website. One of the best available is the Elements 7-Seater Corner and Dining Set. Previously priced at £499, the set currently has a £100 markdown, making it an enticing purchase at £399. Argos also offers garden owners the 4 Seater Rattan Effect Garden Sofa Set, listed at £320. Additionally, the retailer offers extra savings on a range of outdoor items – including furniture and hot tubs – for customers looking to spend over a specified total. The discount isn't automatically applied and can be redeemed by entering the code GARDEN at checkout. Purchases of more than £300 could save £50 with the offer increasing the more you spend (Save £120 on £600 and Save £250 on £1000).
Daily Mirror
12-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
Debenhams' £350 'comfortable' garden sofa set now half price
With the weather warming up, people are thinking about giving their garden a makeover to fully enjoy the sunshine Debenhams shoppers could get their hands on an affordable garden sofa set that will be perfect for enjoying the summer outside. It is rare for retailers to offer such big discounts, especially as temperatures rise and lots of Brits will be in the market for garden furniture. The Alivio 5-Seater Rattan Corner Sofa Set is normally sold for £699.99, but there is currently a half-price sale on. While stocks last, this corner set, which includes a coffee table, is now available for £349.99. Debenhams calls it a "perfect blend of style and comfort" when revamping an outdoor space. It's made from weather-resistant rattan and comes with "plush removable cushions" that are easy to wash and maintain. The "luxurious and practical" set claims to seat five people on its 180cm sofa, maximising every inch of small spaces. It has a modular design and can be arranged in whatever way best suits your needs. The easy-to-clean coffee table with a glass top is the ideal place to keep food and drinks safe from being spilt. The whole set has a dark grey frame that contrasts against the lighter-coloured cushions, making it a versatile choice for any garden design. Shoppers were thrilled by this set when it arrived. One said: "This was easy to put together, looks fab in my new garden." Another wrote: "Delighted with this. As I don't have a large garde,n it is just a nice size." A third shared: "Lovely comfortable garden seating. My husband assembled it with no problems. [It] looks great, has nice quality and was a great value price." But, not all shoppers were happy. One claimed: " Took around an hour or so to put together - [definitely] needs 2 people. It's not very big and would not sit five comfortably. "The cushions are really poor quality. The seat ones have already started to go flat after only two or three uses, and the back ones are so thin that you feel the back of the seat through them, and it's uncomfortable. You need another cushion to support your back! I bought it in the sale. I would not have been happy had I paid full price." Another warned: "Don't be fooled by the photos! This is small and extremely uncomfortable and unable to accommodate more than three people with any room left over!" There are plenty of deals on at the moment online for shoppers wanting to make the most of the summer and spruce up their gardens. Dunelm has lots of options available on its website. One of the best deals (at the time of writing) is this discounted Elements 7-Seater Corner and Dining Set. Normally £499, it has £100 taken off, making it a bargain £399. . The store also offers shoppers bonus savings on garden products - including furniture, decor, hot tubs and more - when spending over a certain amount. The discount isn't automatically applied and can be redeemed by entering the code GARDEN at checkout. Purchases of more than £300 could save £50 with the offer increasing the more you spend (Save £120 on £600 and Save £250 on £1000).
The Sun
03-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Debenhams selling ‘fabulous' hanging egg chair for bargain price as it's cut from £400 to £160
SHOPPERS wanting a way to enjoy the warmth of the outdoors this summer can get this cheap buy from Debenhams. The department store chain is selling their Alivio Hanging Egg Basket Chair for 60 per cent off. 1 The product has been reduced down to £159.99 from the original price of £399.99, meaning a £240 saving. This egg chair can be used indoors or outdoors, ideal for sitting in the garden or patio to enjoy make the most of the sun from home. Budget-conscious garden enthusiasts often flock to Aldi for their cheap buys. But Debenhams provide a perfect alternative to the £150 Aldi hanging egg chair, which sold out. The Debenhams version can be used in gardens of any size, measuring 145cm x 116cm at the base, and 202cm high, 129cm wide and 69cm deep overall. It would be able to tuck into a small balcony, or sit by the pool or on the deck without taking up too much space. On top of that, it can comfortably fit a person with a weight capacity of up to 200kg. The hanging egg chair from Debehnams has received positive reviews from customers, with an overall rating of 4.3 stars. From the six comments that customers have left, one described it as a "beautiful well made chair" for adults to relax on comfortably. Another wrote: "Beautiful well made chair so relaxing and all adults in the household can fit in it and relax comfortably." Aldi's Affordable Garden Gadgets: Potting Bench & More! It can be easily assembled, and comes with plush cushions, a separate head rest, a sturdy metal frame and swing capacity. "l bought a hanging egg chair and returned it without opening it and l had not received my refund for 15 days, it's a joke." The hanging egg chair is not the only piece of Alvio furniture that can be currently bought for a good deal from Debenhams. They also have the Alvio Seater Garden Patio Swing Chair, which is 65 per cent off to £69.99 and Alvio 4 Piece Rattan Garden Corner Sofa Set which is 56 per cent off to £219.99 Debenhams is only providing one colour for their hanging egg chair, so if you are after other colours you can also look at Dunelm or Castello who are also selling for cheap.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Trump's FCC Is Investigating Music Industry Payola Claims
Turning toward the radio industry, the Federal Communications Commission is looking into whether iHeartMedia is compelling artists perform at its upcoming country music festival for free or reduced pay in exchange for more favorable airplay. FCC chairman Brendan Carr, in a letter to iHeartMedia CEO Robert Pittman on Monday, said that the inquiry relates to possible violations of government rules requiring broadcasters to disclose payments or other consideration for airing certain programming. Under the so-called 'payola' rule, all sponsored arrangements must be identified. More from The Hollywood Reporter Roger Waters Defamed Filmmaker With Antisemitic Remarks, Court Finds Keith Urban to Headline CBS Music Competition 'The Road' K-Pop Star Chung Ha Finds Closure on New EP 'Alivio': "I Wanted to Share That Part of Me" 'I want to know whether iHeart is effectively and secretly forcing musicians to choose between, one, receiving their usual, ordinary, and full scale compensation for performing or, two, receiving less favorable airplay on iHeart radio stations,' Carr wrote. In a statement, iHeartMedia said it looks forward to 'demonstrating to the Commission how performing at the iHeartCountry Festival – or declining to do so – has no bearing on our stations' airplay, and we do not make any overt or covert agreements about airplay with artists performing at our events.' It added, 'The iHeartCountry Festival provides the same kind of promotion that that we see with artists on talk shows, late night television, the Super Bowl and in digital music performances and events: the promotional value to the artists is the event itself, and, in our case, is unrelated to our radio airplay.' The radio and podcasting company is hosting on May 3 its annual country music festival in Austin, Texas. Performers include Brooks & Dunn, Thomas Rhett, Rascal Flatts, Sam Hunt and Nate Smith, with Bobby Bones hosting the event. The FCC is interested in how companies like iHeartMedia handle artist solicitation and compensation, as well as the process put in place to ensure compliance with regulations regarding sponsorship identification. It requested information on artists scheduled to appear, any compensation (financial or otherwise) they're receiving and typical performance fees for the musicians outside of the festival. The company must also state whether artists' participation at the event will influence their airplay. 'Please explain how iHeart's position has been conveyed to musicians, artists, and acts and how iHeart plans to ensure the relevant outcome,' the letter states, signaling concern into whether performers were manipulated into accepting reduced fees. Additionally, the letter asks iHeartMedia to explain artists' incentives for such arrangements and a list of musicians invited to appear but declined to do so. Other information that was requested includes special trainings that have been conducted to ensure compliance with government rules and policies over sponsorship identification requirements. The letter referenced an enforcement advisory issued by the FCC earlier this month. 'To the extent that radio industry executives believe that the FCC has looked the other way on 'payola' violations in recent years, I want to assure you that this FCC will not be doing that,' Carr wrote. iHeartMedia was given 10 days to respond. The letter to iHeartMedia is one of many moves from Carr, who has ordered an investigation into NPR and PBS over possible violations of government rules by recognizing financial sponsors on the air. He's also asserted authority over parts of Paramount's pending merger with Skydance by leveraging the agency's control over the transfer of broadcast licenses. Read iHeartMedia's full statement below: We appreciate FCC Chairman Carr's interest in ensuring the radio industry is compliant with all applicable laws and regulations and will be responding expeditiously to the specific questions posed in the Chairman's letter about iHeart's upcoming Country Festival. The Commission's recent Enforcement Advisory to the radio industry as a whole stated that manipulating airplay based on artist participation in station events without proper disclosure violates federal laws. We look forward to demonstrating to the Commission how performing at the iHeartCountry Festival – or declining to do so – has no bearing on our stations' airplay, and we do not make any overt or covert agreements about airplay with artists performing at our events. The iHeartCountry Festival provides the same kind of promotion that that we see with artists on talk shows, late night television, the Super Bowl and in digital music performances and events: the promotional value to the artists is the event itself, and, in our case, is unrelated to our radio airplay. We're very proud that over the years we've had artists ask us to be a part of the iHeartCountry Festival, and in fact we've had artists make repeat appearances over the years because it is an important event that enables them to reach our audiences and enhance their careers. Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
