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Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
We Asked Cleaning Pros If Sorting Laundry Actually Matters, and We Wish We Knew This Sooner
Sort laundry by color (lights vs. darks) to avoid dye transfer. Separate loads of laundry by fabric, weight, and care labels. Prep clothes by turning them inside out, zipping zippers, and using mesh invest plenty of time and money in the process of selecting your clothes, so it's important to follow proper laundry instructions in order to care for your wardrobe as best as possible, to ensure that it will last as long as it can. If you're wondering how to sort laundry like a pro for the best results, we're here to help. Here, two laundry experts share their top insights regarding the steps to take when sorting laundry, how to best categorize various types of items into more specific piles for washing, and more, to ensure that you make the most of each Joun is the co-founder and chief operating officer of the on-demand laundry and dry cleaning pickup and delivery company, Rinse. Rechelle Balanzat is the founder of the clothing cleaning company, Next: Prime Day Is Almost Over! Here Are 107 of the Best Deals Still Happening Today First and foremost, you will want to sort your laundry by color before running a load. "Separating lights and darks helps prevent dye transfer and keeps your garments looking vibrant," James Joun, the co-founder and chief operating officer of Rinse, says. Rather than referring to whites versus darks, Joun uses the term "lights" to describe the former category of clothing, noting that he feels this is more accurate. "This category includes a range of white, off-white, and pastel shades—all of which are susceptible to dye absorption from darker garments," he says. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Sign up for our free for the latest hacks, expert advice, and more! Once you have sorted your clothing into lights and darks, it's time to sort your piles further according to fabric type and care instructions, which we will detail further in the next section. Rechelle Balanzat, the founder of clothing cleaning company Juliette, explains how it's important to read and listen to clothing care instructions. "Care tags are your cheat sheet to keeping your clothes looking like new," Balanzat says. While not required, it can be advisable to wash items based on their weight as well, Joun explains, detailing the reasoning behind this in the next section. Delicates: Joun will place items that are labeled for delicate or gentle cycles in one pile; he shares that examples of pieces that may belong in this category include those made of wool, silk, lace, and other woven materials that are especially prone to damage. Athletic Wear: To protect the elasticity of these items, be sure to wash them in cold water and light detergent, Balanzat states. Heavy Items: Clothing such as jeans, sweatshirts, and towels can all be washed together, Joun notes. This is due to the fact that heavier pieces need to be washed for longer periods and may trap lighter items, which can affect cleaning results. Extra Dirty Items: Items that have been heavily worn or stained should be washed all together in hot water, Joun says, citing exercise clothing and kitchen rags as examples. Doing so will prevent cleaner items from absorbing dirt. Towels and Sheets: These can be washed at higher temperatures, which are needed to kill bacteria. Dry Clean Only Items: If an item's tag conveys that it is dry clean only, be sure to follow these instructions and do not place the piece into the washing machine in order to avoid permanent damage, Joun shares. Examples of such items include certain wool and silk pieces as well as structured clothing like blazers and outerwear. Turn items inside out as you go. While sorting your clothing into piles to wash, turn it inside out and zip any zippers, Joun suggests, noting that this will help to minimize wear during the washing process. Place laundry in mesh bags. Mesh laundry bags can come in handy when washing extra-delicate items such as lingerie, Joun states, and you can use the period while you're sorting your clothing to bag items as needed. Read the original article on The Spruce
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Internet and phone outage in much of Gaza disrupts humanitarian operations and deepens isolation
CAIRO (AP) — A breakdown in communications networks in central and southern Gaza has cut many Palestinians off from the outside world for the past week, further straining aid efforts and emergency services amid continuing Israeli bombardment. Israeli strikes damaged a main connection, cutting off communications in large areas of the strip since Tuesday, according to the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, based in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The telecom company Paltel said Friday that internet and landline services were restored in some areas in southern Gaza, including Khan Younis, with repairs ongoing in other southern and central areas. Paltel warned in a statement to AP that ongoing attacks on the main network could make future maintenance impossible, especially due to a shortage of essential materials and resources. The Gaza Strip has experienced at least 10 communications partial and full outages since the war began in October 2023, according to Palestinian telecom company Paltel. This week's outage has impacted aid efforts, emergency services, suspended academic classes, and cut off displaced Palestinians from the rest of the territory. Palestinians in Gaza rely heavily on cell service, as unsafe roads and fuel shortages limit movement across the enclave. Humanitarians say those in affected areas will struggle to access information on aid and medical services or call for ambulances. 'Telecoms have been used as a weapon of war against civilians,' said Juliette Touma, communications director at UNRWA, the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugee that is the main service provider in Gaza. The IDF didn't immediately respond to request for comment. The vast majority of UNRWA workers don't have connectivity in the areas affected by the outages. As a result, they and other aid workers have struggled to deliver aid and coordinate with one another, Touma told the AP. 'Sometimes we get a signal when a team member has the courage to go on the rooftop of a building, which is extremely dangerous under strikes, and they send us a message that they're alive. I can't tell you how much of a relief it is, but they're more sporadic and less regular,' said Touma. Some people rely on E-sims, but they are not compatible with all devices and can only work in certain areas. Unreliable mobile service Over 70% of telecommunications networks in Gaza has been partially or completely destroyed as of August 2024 since the war began, according to statistics released by the Palestinian Ministry of Telecommunication and Digital Economy, cited by the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute. However, Paltel said technical teams offered some technical solutions that would restore services. When they hear nearby strikes, Palestinians without connection don't know whether evacuation orders are issued and where should they relocate to, said Shaina Low, the Norwegian Refugee Council's communications adviser. 'This also means that people are isolated. They can't communicate with their family and friends inside of Gaza and understand what the current situation is or get external support from networks outside,' she said. Limited or unreliable mobile service has made it difficult for ambulances and civil defense teams to reach people in need of life-saving assistance, Low added. Fikr Shalltoot, Gaza director for the group Medical Aid for Palestinians, said its doctors working in hospitals and clinics in effected areas can't document or share their work with managers. 'Targeted daily' Meanwhile, with Gaza's university campuses heavily damaged, the internet has become the only way to continue education. But outages have forced educators to cancel classes and exams. 'It is, unfortunately, like a never-ending vicious cycle of suffering because when this issue is resolved in the north, the problem appears in the south,' said Mohammed Shbair, vice president for administrative and financial affairs, at al-Azhar University in Gaza. 'Students cannot reach universities because they are destroyed, and they can't even reach areas where the internet is available in cafes or displacement tents, as they are now being targeted daily and systematically by Israeli strikes,' said Shbair, an associate professor of public law. Online banking, a key alternative amid cash shortages, has also become unavailable. Palestinians who rely on online transfers to pay suppliers can no longer do so under the current conditions, according to Low. The outage complicates humanitarian operations and adds to the 'toxic stress' families face daily, said UNICEF spokesperson Tess Ingram. 'In a context of incessant bombardments, mass casualty events linked to food distributions, rising malnutrition and dwindling access to clean water, connectivity is a real lifeline for families in Gaza,' she said. By Fatma Khaled, The Associated Press
Associated Press
20-06-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Internet and phone outage in much of Gaza disrupts humanitarian operations and deepens isolation
CAIRO (AP) — A breakdown in communications networks in central and southern Gaza has cut many Palestinians off from the outside world for the past week, further straining aid efforts and emergency services amid continuing Israeli bombardment. Israeli strikes damaged a main connection, cutting off communications in large areas of the strip since Tuesday, according to the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, based in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The telecom company Paltel said Friday that internet and landline services were restored in some areas in southern Gaza, including Khan Younis, with repairs ongoing in other southern and central areas. Paltel warned in a statement to AP that ongoing attacks on the main network could make future maintenance impossible, especially due to a shortage of essential materials and resources. The Gaza Strip has experienced at least 10 communications partial and full outages since the war began in October 2023, according to Palestinian telecom company Paltel. This week's outage has impacted aid efforts, emergency services, suspended academic classes, and cut off displaced Palestinians from the rest of the territory. Palestinians in Gaza rely heavily on cell service, as unsafe roads and fuel shortages limit movement across the enclave. Humanitarians say those in affected areas will struggle to access information on aid and medical services or call for ambulances. 'Telecoms have been used as a weapon of war against civilians,' said Juliette Touma, communications director at UNRWA, the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugee that is the main service provider in Gaza. The IDF didn't immediately respond to request for comment. The vast majority of UNRWA workers don't have connectivity in the areas affected by the outages. As a result, they and other aid workers have struggled to deliver aid and coordinate with one another, Touma told the AP. 'Sometimes we get a signal when a team member has the courage to go on the rooftop of a building, which is extremely dangerous under strikes, and they send us a message that they're alive. I can't tell you how much of a relief it is, but they're more sporadic and less regular,' said Touma. Some people rely on E-sims, but they are not compatible with all devices and can only work in certain areas. Unreliable mobile service Over 70% of telecommunications networks in Gaza has been partially or completely destroyed as of August 2024 since the war began, according to statistics released by the Palestinian Ministry of Telecommunication and Digital Economy, cited by the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute. However, Paltel said technical teams offered some technical solutions that would restore services. When they hear nearby strikes, Palestinians without connection don't know whether evacuation orders are issued and where should they relocate to, said Shaina Low, the Norwegian Refugee Council's communications adviser. 'This also means that people are isolated. They can't communicate with their family and friends inside of Gaza and understand what the current situation is or get external support from networks outside,' she said. Limited or unreliable mobile service has made it difficult for ambulances and civil defense teams to reach people in need of life-saving assistance, Low added. Fikr Shalltoot, Gaza director for the group Medical Aid for Palestinians, said its doctors working in hospitals and clinics in effected areas can't document or share their work with managers. 'Targeted daily' Meanwhile, with Gaza's university campuses heavily damaged, the internet has become the only way to continue education. But outages have forced educators to cancel classes and exams. 'It is, unfortunately, like a never-ending vicious cycle of suffering because when this issue is resolved in the north, the problem appears in the south,' said Mohammed Shbair, vice president for administrative and financial affairs, at al-Azhar University in Gaza. 'Students cannot reach universities because they are destroyed, and they can't even reach areas where the internet is available in cafes or displacement tents, as they are now being targeted daily and systematically by Israeli strikes,' said Shbair, an associate professor of public law. Online banking, a key alternative amid cash shortages, has also become unavailable. Palestinians who rely on online transfers to pay suppliers can no longer do so under the current conditions, according to Low. The outage complicates humanitarian operations and adds to the 'toxic stress' families face daily, said UNICEF spokesperson Tess Ingram. 'In a context of incessant bombardments, mass casualty events linked to food distributions, rising malnutrition and dwindling access to clean water, connectivity is a real lifeline for families in Gaza,' she said.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
The 3 delightful Rosés from Aldi you don't want to miss and the 1 to avoid
One of the nation's favourite budget supermarket chains, Aldi, is back with some of their latest Rosés wines hitting shelves. The brand, known for offering affordable dupes of higher-end and higher-priced items, is kicking off the start of summer by highlighting four of its award-winning Rosés. And I was lucky enough to test out the four prized rosés. As a wine drinker, my normal glass of choice is a red (a Merlot to be specific), but when the warmer months eventually come around in the UK, nothing beats a fresh, cold glass of rosé. The sun is shining down, the weather is finally hot (even if it's just for the day), and everyone's in good spirits, topped with a glass of rosé, is my idea of a very nice day out. So, with it very nearly being summer, I was more than happy to try out the award-winning rosés Aldi had selected. The four rosés I tested out were: • Jolie by Juliette (£7.69) • Specially Selected Rosorange (£9.99) • Specially Selected Austrain Zweigelt rosé (£8.99) • White Island Spanish rosé (£9.99) Jolie by Juliette (Image: Newsquest) Jolie by Juliette is a 'crisp, vibrant French rosé' according to Aldi that promises flavours of ripe berries, cherries and 'a citrus twist' that creates the taste of the Mediterranean. When I'm picking a rosé, I tend to go for the fruitier option and look for ones with cherries, as I prefer the sweet taste, so I had high hopes for this bottle. I was pleasantly surprised. The taste was sweet but not so much so that it was overpowering, and the crisp citrus twist created a refreshing and delightful taste that would improve any sunny day. I could easily see this wine becoming a new favourite for when the weather is gorgeous and I fancy some al fresco dining. Rating 4.5/5 Specially Selected Rosorange (Image: Newsquest)The Specially Selected Rosorange became one of the most viral wines in summer 2024, taking over TikTok and gaining an audience of fans. I, however, had missed out on its viral summer as I'm personally not a massive fan of orange-flavoured drinks, but a part of me had always been curious about what I was missing out on. The Rosorange is described as 'pretty', with aromas of red berry fruits, strawberry, peach, clementine and quince. On the first sip, you are met with a dry, tangy and smooth taste that, although it is strong, it was still nice and refreshing without being bitter. I could only really taste the orange in the wine, and although I said I'm personally not a fan of orange-flavoured drinks, something about this Aldi wine won me over. It was sweet with a tiny hint of sour from the orange, almost as if drinking a freshly pressed orange juice with a small note of berries. Rating: 4/5 White Island Spanish rosé (Image: Newsquest) Aldi describes the White Island Spanish rosé as an 'escape to Spain' with 'wild strawberry aromas' that mingle with pink peppercorn spice, leading to a silky-smooth finish of candied raspberries. A part of me was worried when I saw peppercorn, expecting it to taste like a bitter and spicy drink that should've never been made. But I was very wrong, this wine was delightful, it was all the right ways. It was smooth, fruity and sweet but not so much that your teeth hurt, and the spice was exactly what it needed. It gave the wine a more sophisticated taste than I've tasted in rosé wine before, and it left me very impressed with Aldi. Rating: 4.5/5 Specially Selected Austrian Zweigelt rosé (Image: Newsquest) The Specially Selected Austrian Zweigelt rosé is described by Aldi as being a 'vibrant pink with distinct cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate aromas.' Recommended Reading The own-brand supermarket wines that beat bottles costing hundreds I compared Aldi and Lidl staples to big brands – the ones I now can't live without This is the best supermarket passionfruit martini - and it's not from M&S I thought with all of those lovely berries and fruits, I would love this wine, but I did not. It seemed to come with an odd aftertaste that left the mouth feeling very dry and just felt quite lacklustre. I was hoping it would be my go-to rosé with it having everything I think makes a good wine, but it missed the target and ended up being the only wine I didn't like. Rating: 2/5 All of Aldi's award-winning rosés are in stores nationwide now.
Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘Gorgeous' – Sandro Tonali's stunning fiancee Juliette branded ‘most beautiful bride to be' in elegant outfit on hen do
SANDRO TONALI'S stunning fiancee Juliette Pastore was branded the 'most beautiful bride to be' while wearing an elegant outfit on her hen do. The couple, both aged 25, got engaged in March after a heartwarming romance dating back to 2019. 10 Juliette Pastore was hailed by fans as she enjoyed her hen do Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 Juliette is engaged to Newcastle star Sandro Tonali Credit: Instagram @juliette_pastore 10 She painted the town red with friends Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 Juliette puckered up with a bottle of booze Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 She stunned in an elegant outfit Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore Juliette showed off a stunning ring to followers as the pair, who briefly split before rekindling their romance in 2021, were congratulated by pals. And now, Juliette has jetted off for her hen do ahead of the big day with Newcastle ace Tonali. She wore an elegant white dress and matching shoes for a night on the town with friends. Juliette first spent some time soaking up the sun at the beach. And as dusk fell, she headed out for a night on the tiles. One picture showed Juliette kissing a bottle of booze. While in another she posed with pals at a glamorous restaurant. And there were plenty of full glasses in sight as a waiter topped up their wine. Fans were quick to congratulate Juliette on her upcoming nuptials. One said: 'Stupendous.' Newcastle confirm first summer signing after pipping Barcelona, Real Madrid and Porto to Spanish wonderkid 10 The hen group enjoyed time on the beach Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 They soaked up the sun with some wine Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 Juliette received plenty of gifts Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 She was treated to a meal at a luxury restaurant Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore 10 Juliette was hailed as the 'most beautiful bride to be' Credit: Instagram / @juliette_pastore Another declared: 'So special.' One noted: 'Beautiful.' Another added: 'The most beautiful bride-to-be of them all.' Juliette's party comes amid reports linking former AC Milan star Tonali with a return to Italy. It's reckoned Juventus are interested in a £33million deal which would also see a player head the opposite way. Ex-Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz and Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic have both been mentioned. But Tonali is seen as a key player by Eddie Howe, who is unlikely to sanction an exit this summer.
