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Daily Mirror
39 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
Rachel Riley's packing hack to fit over 700 summer holiday looks in one suitcase
The Countdown star Rachel Riley has harnessed the power of maths to make sure she always looks fresh and on point when jetting off abroad, without needing loads of suitcase space Rachel Riley has explained her favourite packing hack, which can help you fit 700 different looks into one suitcase. The Countdown star has harnessed the power of maths to make sure she always looks fresh and on point when jetting off abroad. According to Rachel, the packing hack transforms three simple outfits into over 700 unique looks. This may well come in handy for families heading on holiday, as the average two-child family packs 48 outfits for a seven-day trip, according to one recent poll. Research from handheld steamer experts Philips also found that, despite typically spending £200 on new holiday clothes, most of us (42%) will only wear half of what we pack. Philips enlisted the help of mum-of-two Rachel to encourage the nation to pack smarter for their holidays this summer — using just three different tops and three different bottoms. 'That makes nine distinct looks,' she explains. 'Chuck in three pairs of shoes and you're already up to 27 individual outfits. 'With every added optional accessory, you increase your options. So, just two additional choices of headwear, two statement necklaces, and two pairs of sunglasses give you over 700 unique combinations to choose from.' The world of travel hacks is big social media business. Former flight attendant Beth Windsor recent shared her cleverest tips and tricks for flying comfortably with Business Insider. One is bringing a pair of hotel slippers on board to change into after take-off. According to Windsor, a must-have travel item is a pair of cheap hotel slippers, as they are comfortable enough to wear on a flight and can be conveniently disposed of on board. 'I also wear slippers when I walk to and from the bathroom,' shared Windsor. She alludes to the unhygienic nature of the aeroplane being a strong motivator: 'After being flight crew, I'll never ever go into a plane restroom without something more substantial than socks on my feet." Comfort is certainly a priority on any flight, but especially on long-haul journeys. Many passengers end up taking their shoes off at some point to allow their feet room to breathe. But while you may feel more comfortable with your shoes off, other passengers might find it a bit offensive. For that reason, a pair of slippers may be a smarter compromise than bare feet and socks. A particularly hot travel tips at the moment is the clothes roll. This smart technique was shown off on TikTok by @joanna. pirog, who ditched her organising cubes for a better, cheaper approach when preparing for a getaway. She demonstrated with an unfilled suitcase surrounded by clothes she intended to take; she rolled each item tightly and methodically popped them into the bag. She managed to fit a selection of dresses, tops, t-shirts, skirts and shorts with room to spare and, despite appearing full, Joanna found space for even more by wedging them into small crevices. According to her, rolling clothes meant she could get three months' worth of belongings into just one small suitcase.
Scottish Sun
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Watch the moment shocked star is BITTEN on Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters
THIS is the moment a shocked star was bitten by a shark in the first episode of ITV's brand new series. Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters sees seven famous faces embark on a dive expedition to The Bahamas. 5 Seven celebrities are taking part in the new show 5 Lenny Henry spots a shark swimming close by behind him Credit: ITV 5 The sharks were right by their feet Credit: ITV 5 This is the moment Ross was bitten While the turquoise waters look inviting, they are actually known for being home to the shark capital of the world. Taking on the challenge is Sir Lenny Henry, Call the Midwife's Helen George, McFly's Dougie Poynter, comedian Ross Noble, Countdown's Rachel Riley, presenter Ade Adepitan and Motherhood star Lucy Punch. They are lead on their expedition by shark experts including Dr. Tristan Guttridge, and at one point, he takes the celebrities to an area in the Bahamas known for its Lemon Sharks. Dr. Tristan tells the celebrities that as they stand in the waist height water, they need to remain still, and even if the sharks nudge into them, the key is not to panic. The stars enter the water in small groups so as not to cause too much alarm to the sharks. Comedian Ross, 49, describes the creatures as "peaceful" and while he agrees, Dr. Tristan then adds: "Of all the sharks I've ever worked with, it's the only one I've ever been bitten by." Moments later, a larger shark picks up the scent of the bait box in the bait box near the celebrities, and breaches the water with a fish in its mouth, causing them to be on high alert. Indeed, the Lemon sharks then start to get a bit more "excited" and with the sea bed being churned up by their faster movements, a shark suddenly butts into Ross's ankle and bites him. The funnyman staggers a bit in the water prompting the others to ask: "What happened?" In a very calm voice, Ross replies: "A shark just bit me." Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters In a voiceover, it's explained that the shark had "an exploratory bite" after Ross didn't move when it bumped into his leg. Dr. Tristan then decides that because the sharks are getting "a bit jumpy" they should slowly move back to the boat. Thankfully, the bite is more of a nibble and Ross jokes that he is "lucky to be alive". But with high drama already in the first episode, what else will the celebrities face when they head below the waves later in the series? Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters starts tonight, Monday July 14 at 9pm on ITV1.
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Exclusive Countdown Sneak Peek: Amber Offers Mark Comfort — But Does She Know His Secret?
This Wednesday on Prime Video's Countdown, Oliveras (played by Jessica Camacho) calls out Meachum (Jensen Ackles) on his 'junkie'-like behavior, what with all the squinting and taking 20 minutes to descend a stairwell. That tees up a heart-to-heart between the task force partners, during which we and Mark learn a lot about Amber's Chicago origins and how they're not particularly conducive to going UC with hardcore Mexican drug runners. Mark in turn confides (some of) his situation, all leading to the exclusive TVLine sneak peek above. More from TVLine Save the Dates: Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke in The Girlfriend, Love Island Reunion and More Kamar de los Reyes, in His Final Role, Faces Off Against Tom Ellis in Washington Black - Watch (Exclusive) Daniel Dae Kim Is One Dangerous 'Dead' Dad in Trailer for Amazon Spy Thriller Butterfly Meachum, we learned from a doctor in Episode 1, was diagnosed nine months prior with glioblastoma multiforme, a highly aggressive and malignant type of brain tumor. Oliveras, meanwhile, picked up a drug addiction during one of her undercover DEA assignments, SAC Blythe learned from a friend. 'One of the things we talked about with Amazon,' showrunner Derek Haas told TVLine, 'is that the countdown clock isn't just this giant external threat to a major city… but it's also an internal countdown clock that's going on with multiple characters.' Meachum's personal 'countdown' clock understandably has fans of Ackles and his character on edge, given the fact that the symptoms are only getting worse and worse, as alluded to by Oliveras in the exclusive clip above. But, worried you should be. 'I don't want you comfortable in this show, [thinking] that these characters that you've gotten to know and love are going to be around the whole time, because otherwise the danger doesn't feel real,' Haas told TVLine ahead of the season. 'Anytime that they roll out, I want you on the edge of your seat.' Want scoop on , or for any other TV show? Shoot an email to InsideLine@ and your question may be answered via Matt's Inside Line! Best of TVLine Summer TV Calendar: Your Guide to 85+ Season and Series Premieres Classic Christmas Movies Guide: Where to Watch It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, Elf, Die Hard and Others What's New on Netflix in June
RNZ News
a day ago
- Automotive
- RNZ News
Pedestrian and driver hurt in car crash in Petone carpark
Two people are reported to have been injured after a crash outside the Countdown in Petone. Photo: Google Maps Two people are injured after reports of a crash between a pedestrian and a vehicle outside the Countdown in the Lower Hutt suburb of Petone. Emergency services were called to the scene at 12pm which RNZ understands was the carpark just outside the supermarket. Police said both a driver and a pedestrian have reportedly sustained moderate injuries. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
UFC 318 'Countdown' video\u00a0for Max Holloway vs. Dustin Poirier BMF fight
Did you miss the debut of UFC 318 "Countdown" or just want to watch it again? Check out the main event preview now. The segment takes a special look at the BMF title fight between former featherweight champion Max Holloway (26-8 MMA, 22-8 UFC) and former interim lightweight champ Dustin Poirier (30-9 MMA, 22-8 UFC). Poirier has two wins over Holloway already – and will retire after the fight in front of his home fans in Louisiana. UFC 318 (pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+) takes place Saturday at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. "Countdown" goes behind the scenes with the two fighters, and you can watch the full episode above.
