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The Irish Sun
7 hours ago
- General
- The Irish Sun
Gen Z are turning to very old-fashioned favourite as modern food is too hard to cook
GENERATION Z are turning to old-fashioned faves like spam — because modern food is too tricky to cook. Classics including steak and kidney pie, tripe and liver and onions are also enjoying a resurgence. 1 Young people are now turning to old fashioned favourites like Spam Credit: Alamy One-third of the adults under 28 polled say modern dishes are too complicated to rustle up. Almost three in five often scoff canned Spam for convenience. One in ten even plate up spam fritters for their children. Spam was launched in 1937 by US food processing company Hormel and became popular during World War Two. Its main ingredients are pork shoulder and ham, and it became a part of popular culture through a Monty Python sketch which repeated its name many times — which led to it being used to refer to unsolicited emails. READ MORE ON GEN Z Spam was also parodied in the Python-based Spamalot musical. The food survey, meanwhile, also found that just over two in five Gen Z parents give their kids corned beef hash. Tripe and onions is served by 16 per cent. Nearly one in three cook classic dishes in the air fryer because it is easier and tastier, according to the survey of 2,000 Brits. Most read in Fabulous By contrast, eight in ten over-60s — who grew up on food like tripe — now opt for the trendy breakfast treat avocado toast. Martin Senders of Philips, which commissioned the poll, said: 'It's great to see traditional dishes making a comeback.' 1980 Spam TV ad
The Irish Sun
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Mums issue stark warning about ‘dark Peppa Pig' videos going viral on YouTube set out to target and terrify your kids
PARENTS have issued a stark warning about 'dark Peppa Pig' videos that are going viral online. The famous cartoon pig is adored and often watched on YouTube by many young children around the country, but now depraved creators are taking advantage of Peppa Pig's popularity and creating harmful versions of the iconic show. Advertisement 6 Parents have issued an urgent warning about 'dark Peppa Pig' videos that are going viral on YouTube Credit: YouTube 6 While two horrifying clips have been removed from the platform, others show the iconic characters holding guns Credit: YouTube 6 One clip showed Mummy Pig making Peppa Pig into a pancake Credit: YouTube The horror videos, which are set to target and terrify young children, have racked up millions of views on the video sharing platform. Pranksters have used genuine Peppa Pig episodes and re-dubbed sections of them to include shameful content. Numerous clips showed the iconic character and her family holding machine guns. Another saw the family cooking Peppa Pig in a pancake and eating her. Advertisement Read more parenting stories Meanwhile, as reported by the A YouTube spokesperson has since confirmed that two viral clips have been taken down, but there are still numerous videos floating around that millions of children may have been exposed to them. A spokesperson told Such 'Dark Peppa Pig' videos first came to light in 2017, when an investigation by the BBC found hundreds of harmful clips on YouTube which appeared to be episodes of Peppa Pig but were actually terrifying content targeted at children. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous In 2018, a mother from Melbourne, named Moonee Ponds, was taking a conference call while her daughter watched Peppa Pig online, but she soon noticed something wasn't right when she noticed the absence of the cartoon character's voice. As she checked on her daughter, she was stunned to find footage of a kneeling man about to be beheaded, hitting the power button seconds from the gruesome act playing out, Four ways to keep kids safe on YouTube Fortunately, Moonee was able to protect her daughter from the horrifying clip, but wanted other mothers to know the Minister for Law Enforcement and Cyber Safety Angus Taylor has since called on social media companies to be more vigilant with its policing of content. Advertisement Keeping kids safe on YouTube RESTRICTED Mode is an optional setting on YouTube that helps filter out mature videos. It's not perfect, but it's a good way of scrubbing out a large portion of the adult material on YouTube. However, you have to turn it off manually for each browser or device your child is using – it can't simply be applied at account level. On your computer , go to the account icon – a little person icon in the top right corner of your screen. Click Restricted Mode, then use the toggle button to turn it on. On the Android phone app or mobile site , tap the menu icon, which looks like three vertical dots. Then go to Settings > General and turn Restricted Mode on. On Android TV , go to the Home screen then scroll down to the Apps row. Select YouTube, then scroll down and select Settings. Choose Restricted Mode or Safety Mode, then select Enabled. On the iOS app (for iPhones or iPad), tap the account icon in the top right. Tap Settings then Restricted Mode Filtering, then choose Strict: Restricted Mode On. On the iOS mobile site , tap the menu icon, which looks like a three-dot column. Tap Settings then tap Restricted Mode to turn it on or off. Minister Taylor said: 'I am aware of these types of cases. Social media companies absolutely have a responsibility to do more.' Meanwhile, a spokeswoman shared: 'All versions of the 'We continually work hard to make our algorithms as accurate as possible in order to provide a safer version of YouTube.' As well as this, Cyber Cop's Susan McClean suggested parents could protect their kids by boycotting internet streaming services and instead using DVDs or VCR. Advertisement Joe Pritchard's Peppa Pig horror Meanwhile, a dad-of-two previously expressed outrage after his son started watching an explicit fake version of Peppa Pig while browsing YouTube. The seemingly innocent video started as any normal tale involving Peppa, George and her parents, but the content soon changed with references to a paedophile dentist, which was of course not included in the original version. Joe Pritchard, 25, from Cornwall, let his three-year-old son watch some genuine Peppa Pig videos on the internet. He told Advertisement If a slightly older child saw this, it could be traumatising. There is nothing to warn people that the content is graphic Joe Pritchard Mr Pritchard said he asked Jack about the episode he was watching and was disgusted when he realised the content of the video, as he recalled: 'My partner went to the kitchen when she heard the language and turned it off immediately. 'Some of them have Peppa Pig getting killed. We had to warn the nursery that he had seen this in case he repeated something. 'If a slightly older child saw this, it could be traumatising. There is nothing to warn people that the content is graphic. 'I think there should be more control on the internet. Advertisement 'Now we're not going to be able to let him watch things on the mobile anymore. It's going to make our lives ten times harder now and it's a shame because he enjoyed it.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club 6 The dark clips are terrifying kids and racking up millions of views on YouTube Credit: YouTube 6 One clip, which has since been removed, showed the cartoon pig snorting cocaine Credit: YouTube Advertisement 6 Many parents have warned the site needs to do more to protect children Credit: YouTube
The Irish Sun
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘So easy to wear' cry shoppers over perfect summer dress in Sainsbury's – it's comfy, looks expensive & doesn't crease
IF you're still looking to top up your summer wardrobe before the sunshine returns, Sainsbury's has got you covered. The supermarket's in-house fashion label, Tu Clothing, is renowned for its stylish buys at reasonable prices. 4 Shoppers are running to Sainsbury's for a new summer dress Credit: Getty 4 The vibrant strappy frock is just £22.50 Credit: Sainsbury's/TU Clothing 4 Fashion fans say it's comfy, doesn't crease and looks expensive Credit: Sainsbury's/TU Clothing 4 It's almost sold out online Credit: Sainsbury's/TU Clothing And if you like to be comfortable as well as fashionable, you've definitely come to the right place. Shoppers have insisted the new The "beautiful" Multi Postcard Printed Strappy Midaxi Dress is priced at £22.50 and comes in sizes six to 24. Describing it online, the Sainsbury's team say: "Designed in a bright postcard print for a distinctive summer look, this sun dress is a chic choice for beach days and sun-soaked getaways. Read more in Fabulous "Cut to midaxi length, it comes in a loose, flowing silhouette - finished with shoulder straps and a v-neckline." Unsurprisingly, the colourful frock has racked up a flurry of five-star reviews and is almost completely sold out online. So if you're looking to get your hands on it, you may need to leg it to your nearest store. One delighted fashionista gushed: "So easy to wear and looks great with a tan to show off. Doesn't crease either! Most read in Fabulous "Got lots of great comments in it.. looks more expensive than it actually is." A second wrote: "Bought for holiday and it really is perfect. I'm 5'3 and a size 10 - Tesco is killing it with their summer co-ords, my haul was amazing & I got 25% off everything too "Size is spot on and I don't need to shorten it as I'm five foot one inch that is usually the case. "The quality is excellent. So pleased I've bought loads more on line for my holiday. Quick delivery and easy returns. Well done Tu." A third chimed in: "I fell in love with this dress and it's perfect for my trip to the Caribbean. "The fit is excellent and flows beautifully, lovely fabric, adjustable straps and pockets! The length is great, usually they are too long, but this falls just right on me at 5ft 1." "I love the fabric, it's a good length and has pockets. Perfect for summer", cried another shopper. A fifth revealed: "I popped into Sainsbury's to get my mum's shopping and saw this dress as soon as I walked in. "I just fell in love with it; the vibrant colours, the style - pockets! - and it just made me smile. "I wasn't disappointed when I tried it on when I got home. It is easy to wear, comfortable and just the right length. I am so pleased and can't wait to wear it." Meanwhile, a sixth wrote: "Adjustable straps floaty and a linen type feel to the fabric. On trend." Is supermarket fashion the new high street? DEPUTY Fashion Editor Abby McHale weighs in: The supermarkets have really upped their game when it comes to their fashion lines. These days, as you head in to do your weekly food shop you can also pick up a selection of purse-friendly, stylish pieces for all the family. Tesco has just announced a 0.7 per cent increase in the quarter thanks to a 'strong growth in clothing' and M&S has earnt the title of the number one destination for womenswear on the high street. Asda's clothing line George has made £1.5 million for the supermarket in 2023, 80 per cent of Sainsbury's clothes sold at full price rather than discounted and Nutmeg at Morrisons sales are also up 2 per cent in the past year. So what is it about supermarket fashion that is becoming so successful? Apart from the clothing actually being affordable, it's good quality too - with many being part of schemes such as the Better Cotton Initiative. A lot of the time they keep to classic pieces that they know will last the customer year after year. Plus because they buy so much stock they can turn around pieces quickly and buy for cheaper because of the volumes.
The Irish Sun
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I had a glow-down after hiding under foundation & drawn-on brows – now people are begging me never to touch makeup again
A WOMAN has left people open-mouthed after sharing her epic glow-down. In a bid to embrace her 2 The stunner left social media users gobsmacked after sharing her jaw-dropping glow-down Credit: TIKTOK/amahlemgengee 2 People reckon she now looks '10 years younger' Credit: TIKTOK/amahlemgengee And now, the stunner has left people gobsmacked after sharing her before and after look. In a new trend, social media users are sharing their jaw-dropping There have now been plenty of glow-downs posted online, but it will be pretty challenging to find one more epic than Carla's. A glow-down, similar to the ' READ MORE ON BEAUTY It promotes enhancing With a glow-down, out are long Before embarking on her transformation journey, Amahle wore heavy She also styled her hair, brushed up and drew on her brows, wore fluttery fake eyelashes and lined her already plump lips with lip liner. Most read in Fabulous But after becoming ''hiding behind make-up'' for ''so long'', the young beaut soon realised she had had enough of the aesthetic and decided to give herself a brand new look. Sharing the jaw-dropping transformation online, Amahle showed off what she looked like before, prior to going on a journey to become more confident in her natural appearance. I asked ChatGPT to help me glow up for summer - I did all the tweaks at home myself Seconds later, the young beauty rocked a much more Now, Amahle has said goodbye to the cakey foundation and faux lashes, as she shared a selfie after her glow-down. Alongside pictures of her after saying goodbye to the mega glam look, Amahle shared: 'I almost forgot how beautiful I look without it [make-up].'' Four ways to give yourself a glowdown Thick fluffly lashes are out, so is the fake tan and long how to have the ultimate glow-down in four steps... The term "glow-down" refers to a woman removing what once was the most popular beauty choices, for a more natural look. Eyelash extensions - Thick, bold "Russian lashes" used to be all the rage, but nowadays, girls are opt for subtle, individual eyelash extensions to lengthen what they already have. Nails - Gone are the long, plastic talons, more women are favouring BIAB or gel manis. Hair colour - Remember when everyone wanted icy white hair? Not anymore! Millions of women are trying to go back to their roots (literally), and have soft blondes, and warm gold tones added to their hair, in a bid to achieve the "old money blonde" look. Makeup - Sculpting your face shape through the art of contouring is no more. Ladies are adding freckles and sweeping blush across cheekbones instead. Social media users gasp Not only this, but it's also racked up 2.6million likes, over 20k comments and more than 85k saves. Social media users were left open-mouthed by Amahle's natural beauty and many eagerly rushed to the comments to express this. One viewer said: ''The makeup was self sabotage.'' Another agreed, demanding: ''Don't ever touch it again.'' Meanwhile, someone else thought the glow-down has slashed a decade off her face. ''10 years younger.'' ''That's it, you're banned from makeup,'' a fourth chimed in.
The Irish Sun
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
We're swingers, people think it's all fun and games, but it's so expensive and there are loads of rules to follow
MANY people see swinging as a free-for-all where you can do whatever you want between the sheets with whoever you want. But Belle and Jase, who have been swinging for years, reveal swinging isn't all fun and games. Advertisement 2 Belle and Jase have been swinging for years Credit: Instagram/@heyjaseb 2 But they say the lifestyle isn't all fun and games Credit: Instagram/@ Taking to social media, the US couple gave a glimpse as to what full-time swinging is really like. The couple say they have dabbled in swinging house parties, cruises and even hotel takeovers. And while on these sex excursions, the couple have found it has some downsides. Taking to their podcast 4ourplay, Jase asked Belle: "What is one downside to swinging?" Advertisement And Belle didn't hold back as she revealed the lifestyle was very pricey. She said: "I think a lot of people don't know that it's super expensive to be in this type of lifestyle. "So not only going to the clubs, having to pay membership to be a part of it and paying door fees to get in, that's just to a club. Hotel takeovers are really expensive." Jase added: "If you're going to try a vacation, it's like way more expensive than a normal vacation because of the type of activities that they allow there and how they have to charter the whole thing out." Advertisement Most read in Fabulous They also said dressing up for the events can quickly add up as well as keeping groomed. The couple also revealed that there were lots of boundaries and rules put in place for swinging. I'm a Mormon wife and 'soft swinger' but I fear being thrown out of the church The two have their own set of rules and Belle revealed a few they keep to when sleeping with other people. She said protection was an absolute must, and that the pair never go off on their own, preferring to stay together while they 'play'. Advertisement And when they are playing with others, the two have vowed not to get too 'intimate' and refuse to cuddle with the people they have intercourse with. Jase added: "We don't do any intimate cuddling like that. That personally feels too intimate for us and we don't do any pictures, videos during the play sessions." What is Swinging? SWINGING, also known as partner swapping, is a sexual activity where partners in a committed relationship engage in sexual activities with other people. All parties involved must give explicit and enthusiastic consent. Open and honest communication between partners is crucial. Many swingers engage with a community or attend events specifically for swinging. Such activity can enhance intimacy and trust within the primary relationship. It provides an opportunity to explore sexual fantasies and desires. But it is not suitable for every relationship and requires a strong foundation of trust. Jealousy and emotional challenges may arise and need to be managed. Clips of the podcast have gone viral on its TikTok account @ People were quick to share their thoughts on swinging. Advertisement One person wrote: "Omg I thought I was the only one who thought this. I'm a unicorn and WHEWWWW swinging alone is expensive as hell." Another commented: 'It CAN be expensive, but you don't have to be rich." "Yes, it is but it's totally worth it," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "Sooooo expensive." Advertisement Read more on the Irish Sun Someone else added: 'Seriously... It adds up." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@ and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line .
