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Daily Mirror
12 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Little-known phone feature could save your life but most people don't know about it
Many phone owners are unaware that their device contains a built-in emergency information function, which allows paramedics, first responders and any passers-by to access crucial medical details Specialists are encouraging people to activate a crucial hidden smartphone function that could prove lifesaving during a medical crisis. Countless mobile users remain oblivious to the fact their handset includes an integrated emergency details feature, enabling ambulance crews, emergency responders and any bystanders to view vital health information when you cannot communicate. This feature gives access to details including allergic reactions, prescribed medicines and urgent contacts, all without needing to bypass your phone's security. Though available as standard across both iPhone and Android handsets, professionals claim it ranks among the most neglected safety resources available. Laura Bremner, a paramedic boasting more than 12 years of frontline expertise, said: "I have been trained to check phones for emergency info straight away. "If it's filled in, we can make quicker decisions about treatment and contact next of kin faster. It really can make a huge difference when time is critical," she added. Technology specialists at Zextons detail the setup process for this function. iPhone users should launch the Health application and select the Medical ID section. Next, press edit and input any health conditions, reactions and tablets you consume. Additional options include recording blood group and body weight, plus listing urgent contacts ranging from relatives to flatmates, reports Bristol Live. Make certain to activate 'Show When Locked' to ensure the data remains viewable without entering your security code. Finally, press 'Done' to store your details. If you fancy taking it a step further, in Settings, tap Emergency SOS. Here, you can switch on crash detection and automatic emergency calling, which could potentially speed up the arrival of help in emergencies. For Android users, navigate to Settings and select 'Safety and Emergency', though this might be listed as 'Emergency Information' depending on your device. Next, add your medical details and add any emergency contacts. Make sure 'Show on Lock Screen' is toggled on so your information can be quickly accessed when needed. You can also activate the Enable Emergency SOS on Android devices, which allows five rapid presses of the power button to dial 999 and share your location. Zextons experts advised: "Whether you're out walking alone, commuting or simply living day to day, this quick setup could provide emergency responders with exactly what they need when seconds count." This hidden but crucial phone feature comes in handy whenever you're unable to contact the emergency services. It doesn't take a long time to set up; just a few clicks could save your life!
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Ryanair passengers landing in Spain left FUMING as pilot's announcement ruins their flight
Ryanair failed to load a single piece of lugagge on to a Gran Canaria-bound flight, blaming it on a security issue at Bristol Airport but refused to explain what the exact issue was A plane full of tourists have been left in Spain without their belongings after their Ryanair flight flew across Europe without a single piece of checked luggage on board. Travellers on the Gran Canaria-bound flight FR4757, which departed from Bristol on Friday, were left stunned when the pilot told them there suitcases had not been loaded due to "time constraints". The pilot blamed the blunder on a security issue at Bristol Airport. Among the passengers were 11 pals from Taunton, who were on their way to Maspalomas, where they were going for a birthday and graduation celebration. Madeline Cooper, 22, said it was a normal journey until they were told about the issue when they landed. "We had absolutely no issues at all until we landed. Then the captain said they made the difficult decision to not bring any of our luggage," she explained. "They wouldn't say what the security issue was – just that every single person's bag had been left behind." The group quickly discovered they weren't the only ones affected, reports Bristol Live. "We were told today that it was 70 bags that didn't fly. One pram made it across, that's it," Madeline added. "People didn't even believe it at first – some thought it was a joke." Vital belongings left behind included medicines, contact lenses, cosmetics and sun protection. Sophie Payne, one of the party, suffers severe asthma and found herself stranded without her inhaler. "It was really stressful," she said. "I take it twice a day and it gets worse at night. "We've had to search for a pharmacy in an area we don't know." The group, staying at the Cordial Green Golf Bungalows, were informed that their luggage might arrive by Saturday night. But as of 6pm, they had not received any updates from Ryanair. "There's been zero communication," Madeline commented. "They keep telling us to use the app, but some older passengers don't even have smartphones." The ordeal has already disrupted their plans. "We've had to pay €60 just to get to a shopping centre and back for clean underwear and essentials," Madeline said. "We're all students – we can't afford to keep replacing everything." With temperatures soaring and no suncream in sight, Sophie summed up the mood: "There's a lot of burnt bodies around here." Other travellers vented their frustration on social media. One user said: "Great start to the holiday as Ryanair decided to bring 0 of the suitcases from Bristol to Gran Canaria. No heart medication for me tomorrow." Another shared: "Currently in Gran Canaria with zero belongings." Despite the problems, the group is still hopeful that their luggage will turn up in time for their activities, which include a birthday celebration, a trip to a water park, and a private boat tour. "This is provided that we are able to get our luggage," Sophie pointed out. "If we don't our stuff then it's completely ruined the holiday." Some of the group face an hour-long round trip back to the airport to retrieve their suitcases.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Anne Hegerty reveals pay details for ITV's The Chase with Mark Labbett
The Chase star Anne Hegerty, also known as The Governess, has opened up about how much the popular chasers are paid and why she doesn't want a new one to join the team. Anne Hegerty has shed light on the payment structure for the Chasers on the hit quiz show, explaining that there's no fixed salary involved and their earnings are not guaranteed. Speaking to the Mirror at the TV Choice Awards last week, Anne, who boasts an estimated net worth of £3.2 million, shared that she and her fellow Chasers aren't too keen on the idea of a new addition to their group in the near future. The reason being that they're paid per episode, which means a new Chaser would mean the existing budget would have to be spread even thinner. The I'm A Celebrity star went into detail: "We are paid per show, so we're not on a salary. It's not as if they're going to up the budget and add a new salary, a new chaser would just mean the same number of shows shared between more people - so less money for everyone. So, hope not!" Despite the risk of decreased income with the arrival of a new Chaser, Anne expressed no ill feelings towards Darragh Ennis, who joined the team in 2020, ten years after Anne first appeared. "You know, Darragh has been a very good new addition, he's very popular, and that's worthwhile," she said. Anne also opened up about her off-screen camaraderie with her fellow quizzing giants. Despite their competitive nature during the show, Anne confirmed that they get along well behind the scenes, reports Bristol Live. She added: "We know each other, and certainly on Beat the Chasers we tend to hang out a lot, because we're all there at the same time," revealing the friendly dynamics among the cast. Despite not earning a regular wage from her appearances on The Chase, the financial triumph of her company, Frosty Knickers Ltd, is evident, with reports in August 2023 revealing a hefty £807,000 sitting in the bank. Yet Anne is not one to frivolously spend her earnings. In a discussion about her expenditure habits last year, she quipped: "I'm half Scottish. We don't spend money and, being a fat person, I can only buy from certain places." She added humorously. "I like my money sitting in my bank and representing a bit of security. I don't see the point in sloshing money around. I'm not frugal, I'd actually say I'm mean." Before finding fame on television, Anne faced challenging times as a journalist, recounting how she was "getting more and more swamped by admin and losing more work". Nevertheless, this thrifty individual does indulge in some luxuries, opting for first class and business flights, and allowing herself the pleasures of 'Club Med' during her travels.
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Daily Record
Parents who use WhatsApp warned to ignore two-word phrase or risk losing money
The notorious scam is still doing the rounds - and it's an alarmingly successful method Billions of users worldwide use WhatsApp, but now they are all being warned that one scam is still doing its rounds - and successfully. Despite countless warnings, scammers are still able to steal thousands from those who do not know about it, or fall for it and send their details. The infamous parent scam is a disturbingly effective technique for criminals to extract cash from vulnerable WhatsApp users. For those unfamiliar with this trick, the text often start off with something innocent such as "Hi mum" or "Hi dad" and once the person falls for it, the scammers swoop in and con them. Should the target fall for the initial approach, the scammers make up a story about losing their phone and that they need money for a replacement. Whilst it might sound like no parent would fall for this, the scammers are becoming smarter, and victims have been conned out of thousands. Latest data from Santander UK reveals that fraudsters impersonating sons have achieved the greatest success, with those pretending to be daughters coming second. This was then followed by fake mums. In a bid to stop further people becoming victims of this con, Action Fraud released a new alert encouraging WhatsApp users to remain cautious, reports Bristol Live. "Beware of fraudsters posing as friends or family, and claiming to need urgent financial help," Action Fraud warned in a post on X (previously Twitter). Their guidance stated: "If a family member or friend makes an unusual request on WhatsApp, always call the person outside of WhatsApp to confirm their identity." Action Fraud further encourages people to remain alert and take swift action by blocking any odd messages and reporting them if they believe they've been targeted by a messaging scam. They explained: "Report spam messages or block a sender within WhatsApp. "Press and hold on the message bubble, select 'Report' and then follow the instructions. If you lost money as a result of the scam message, please report it to Action Fraud." The advice is simple - if you receive a text from an unfamiliar sender, don't respond. If the message purports to be from a family member, ignore the text and ring your relative directly to confirm it's genuine and establish whether it's fraudulent.
New Statesman
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Statesman
This England: Feather Asbo-er
A peacock is tormenting residents by ravaging their vegetable patches and waking them with its 5am mating calls. The antisocial bird, nicknamed Percy, has caused mayhem in Marlborough, Wiltshire. 'It acts like it owns the place,' said Carolyn Nicholls, 75. 'I've found peck marks all over our courgettes.' Another local said Percy is 'so tatty he'll never attract a mate'. Bristol Live (Amanda Welles) Taking the biscuit It could be described as a storm in a teacup, but the humble Jaffa Cake is once again at the centre of controversy after McVitie's asked a biscuit museum to pull the snack from a display. The manufacturer took issue with its treat being showcased among biscuits because, for VAT purposes, it is officially a cake – a debate that was settled long ago with the taxman. Days after the Peek Frean Museum in Bermondsey, London, unveiled the display, McVitie's sent it a cease-and-desist-style letter requesting 'the immediate removal of Jaffa Cakes from your biscuit exhibit'. Guardian (Kate McIntosh) Toilet-rolling back the years A message written on a toilet-roll tube in the 1980s was found by a couple moving into a new home. A youngster had penned her name and birthday on the tube, adding: 'Hope you enjoy staying here, love from a friend.' Charlotte England-Black found the message in her loft on moving in to the house in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. She subsequently tracked down the note's author, Emma Smith, now 43, who called it 'a funny blast from the past'. Adam Robertson (BBC Essex) [See also: School catering firms make millions while children eat Bad Pie] Subscribe to The New Statesman today from only £8.99 per month Subscribe Related
