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Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
Home Bargains shopper 'gasps' after spotting 'amazing' £15 decor
Interior design lovers can't wait to get their hands on a £15 Home Bargains item after seeing how a shopper styled it in her home Home Bargains often delights shoppers with its selection of home and garden decor. Now, the retailer could have another hit with a "gorgeous" new range that's exciting fans. A shopper revealed she "literally gasped" when she spotted the new wicker basket planters, which are available in three sizes. According to TikTok user @weir_home, there's a large basket for £19.99, a medium basket for £14.99, and a small basket for £9.99. The blogger had a clear vision for the medium basket she purchased, and viewers loved her stunning results. As seen in the viral clip, the savvy shopper used the basket to display a faux tree she'd purchased from Amazon. The shopper added a few boxes at the bottom of the basket to add height to her plant, then filled the base with a blanket to hold the plant in place and covered the top with decorative stones, which she also purchased from Home Bargains. Captioning her post, the sharp-eyed shopper said: "Literally gasped when I walked into home bargains today - just look how amazing these wicker basket planters are. I thought I'd style this one indoors but I definetely want to go back & get some for the garden." Viewers praised the finished look. Someone commented: "Love." Another wrote: "That pot is so gorg! Think I'll be making a trip." A third praised: "Love these baskets." Someone else revealed: "Such a fab idea I got mine for some lavender plants outdoors." A different shopper shared: "I have that basket in my hall I use it to put shoes in to save dirt & grit going in my living room." It doesn't look like the baskets are available on Home Bargains' website. However, shoppers looking to add more plants around their home might like the Jardin Artificial Rose Hanging Basket, from £16.99. For those looking for a storage basket, there's also a £9.99 Home Collections Willow Log Basket and a £7.99 The Kids Edit Flower Basket. You can also draw inspiration from shoppers and use the baskets to display faux plants inside your home. In more Home Bargains news, shoppers love a "perfect" £20 garden lounger "ideal for summer days." The Outdoor Living Collection Nevada Folding Sun Lounger caught attention on social media when it was shared by Facebook page Money Saver By Dansway. Someone replied: "Oooh love this." A second added: "For summer days!" Another said: "That's the cheapest I've ever seen it! Have to go get 2 before they sell out!!" A different fan claimed: "On my way I'm buying 20." The product description suggests the lounger is lightweight and easy to store in the winter. It states: "Relax in comfort with The Outdoor Living Collection Nevada Folding Sun Lounger. This lightweight, multi-position lounger is easy to store in winter and features a convenient carry handle."
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Arbra launches tech-focused private market fund
Arbra Partners has launched a private markets investment vehicle that provides exposure to some of the most promising high-growth tech companies, including the space exploration company SpaceX. The multinational asset management and wealth advising firm introduced its High Conviction Private Markets Basket I, a curated portfolio of private technology companies operating in North America and Europe. Other companies in the basket include Varda, an innovative manufacturing firm, and Ramp, a finance platform. The Basket, which is designed to leverage on rising global digital trends, is part of Arbra's larger strategy of identifying investment opportunities outside of established markets. Furthermore, the portfolio includes both direct equity shares and co-investments through top-tier general partners, typically at the Series B and beyond. The fund will operate as a Delaware-based Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), with an investment minimum of $500,000. Arbra's approach is based on what it calls a "high conviction" thesis, which is a rigorous technique that combines venture capital knowledge with hedge fund strategy. Analysts at the firm focus on areas and technology that they believe will drive tomorrow's economy, such as: Democratisation of technology Global surge in talent AI as an innovation catalyst Government as consumers of technology The fund intends to make opportunistic exits within four to five years, which means it will not have to wait for IPOs or M&A transactions to deliver capital to investors. This initial Basket is at the crossroads of what Arbra sees as the next wave of technological and economic development. Sectors of particular relevance are: Industrialisation 4.0, covering space and defence tech, robotics, and advanced manufacturing Climate tech, including nuclear energy, next-generation power grids, and carbon capture technologies Enterprise technology, from fintech to cybersecurity, big data and cloud computing Arbra additionally focuses its global outlook and focus on alternative assets. In addition to wealth management and traditional asset services, the business uses its global network, particularly in the BRICS markets, to provide tailored M&A and investment opportunities. Philip Harris, Chief Executive of Arbra, stated: 'Our High Conviction Basket aims to fill a gap in the way our investors gain exposure to private market opportunities. All our targets are part of a highly curated long list of unique tech disruptors, and we are delighted to bring this to market.' Lucas Bitencourt, founder of Arbra, added: 'We're backing the breakthrough technologies and proven sectors we believe will reshape the future - and our High Conviction Basket offers investors a bold, distinctive opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.' Future Baskets will be offered on a rolling basis as new opportunities arise, with Arbra refining its selection methodology to catch the most transformative and scalable enterprises in private tech. "Arbra launches tech-focused private market fund" was originally created and published by Private Banker International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
The Sun
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Major retailer drops dupe of iconic Chloé straw handbag – and it's £560 cheaper
NEW Look just dropped the perfect straw handbag for summer — and it's almost identical to the iconic Chloé basket bag. The designer arm candy would set shoppers back by £590, but the high street dupe costs just £27.99. New Look Woven Basket Tote Bag, £27.99 BUY HERE New Look's Woven Basket Tote Bag already has fashion fans rushing to pick it up ready for the hot weather. It features a woven design, with stylish cream handles and an open top. The handbag is the perfect accessory for summer holidays, and it would pair with everything from beachwear to floral maxi dresses. Everything about the high street version resembles the popular Chloé Woody bag, which has been a designer favourite for years. The new-in number is yet to rack up any reviews, but it's already selling fast. Chloé Large Woody Basket Tote Bag, £590 The Chloé Woody range is considered one of the luxury brand's best-loved bags, along with the Paddington and the Marcie. Designer dupes are a great way to get the premium look for less, and most high street retailers have more affordable versions of iconic fashion pieces. H&M recently released a £43 chocolate brown handbag that resembles The Row's popular Margaux suede bag, while Marks & Spencer stocks a pair of on-trend buckle flats that are a dupe of Ganni's £350 shoes. Every high street retailer is currently releasing its summer pieces, so there's no better time to pick up your favourites before they sell out. The New Look handbag is large enough to store essentials for trips to the beach or days out, and similarly to the Chloé tote, it will be a staple in any summer wardrobe. New Look Straw Tote Bag is ideal if you want to channel the designer look for less.
Daily Mirror
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Marks and Spencer leads jelly shoes resurgence with £20 ballet pumps millennials will love
Jelly shoes are officially back, and Marks & Spencer is leading the resurgence with its £20 ballet flats available in three different colours As with all trends, they circle around and round of being in and out of fashion, and the latest trend to have a resurgence is jelly shoes. Much to the millennials' delight, this '90s shoe trend is officially back, and Marks & Spencer is leading the way with bright and playful styles for £20. Although jelly shoes are a bit of a controversial "ugly" shoe trend that you either love or hate, M&S ' take is a bit cooler than the ones you probably have in your head. The Jelly Slip-On Ballet Pumps retail for £19.50 and are available in vibrant red, simple white, and neutral grey/clear . They feature a round-toe and flat sole keeping them comfortable on your feet all day long. What makes them chicer than previous jelly shoes from the 90s and 00s is the woven detail, which is reminiscent of trending styles from the likes of Bottega Veneta and Zimmerman. They also combine the popular ballet flat trend with the jelly shoe material, resulting in a sleeker-looking shoe that you could dress up for more formal occasions. Considering the jelly shoes are a new drop on the site, there's only been one review, and it's filled with nothing but praise. The shopper wrote: "Jellies! Lightweight, stylish, wash them under the tap". As the review says, one of the best design features of jelly shoes is that they can be washed so easily, making them versatile for a range of things. Pack them away in your suitcase and wear them easily from the beach to an alfresco dinner. Simply dress them up with a floaty midi dress like this Linen Rich Round Neck Strappy Midi Swing Dress, £49.50, and a stylish basket bag like this Straw Basket Bag, £49.50. As there is a jelly shoe resurgence, a few other brands have laucnhed their own iteration on the trend. Topshop has some Slingback Ballet Flats available for £26 and three different colours. While Next has a baby pink pair of Jelly Ballerinas available for £18.
Arab News
10-03-2025
- General
- Arab News
600 food baskets distributed to families in Niamey
NIAMEY: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center recently distributed 600 food baskets to vulnerable families in Niamey, Niger, benefiting 1,400 people. It came as part of the Kingdom's humanitarian and relief efforts, carried out through its humanitarian arm, KSrelief, to assist people and countries in need worldwide. Meanwhile, the center distributed 260 food baskets to vulnerable families in the Rajshahi area of Dhaka, Bangladesh, benefiting 1,280 people from 260 families. The schemes are part of the 2025 'Etaam' Food Basket distribution projects. The fourth phase of the project aims to distribute 390,109 food baskets to 2.3 million people across 27 countries during the holy month of Ramadan, at a total cost of more than SR67 million ($17.88 million).
