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The Irish Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Top 10 summer baby names revealed, with two inspired by stunning Scottish places
AS the weather gets warmer, thoughts turn to summer. And for expectant parents there are so many pretty names that are perfect for the sunny season. 2 If you'[re having a girl this summer, there are some beautiful names to choose from 2 One Scots inspired name comes from a pretty island Now new research has revealed the most popular summer-inspired baby names in the UK - with some unusual Scottish monikers included. The experts at girls using the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Talking about the findings, Marc Porcar, at QR Code Generator, said: "Choosing a name for your baby is one of the most significant decisions a parent can make, and some even believe it can shape their child as a person. "Opting for a seasonal name can help narrow down your choices and commemorate when your baby was born. READ MORE IN FABULOUS "For many, summer is an especially appealing season to draw inspiration from, as it's an uplifting and social time that can also evoke memories of welcoming new life." And coming in at number one is a cute Scots choice - Isla. It's officially the most popular summer-inspired baby girl name in the UK, with 2,337 baby girls born with the name in 2023. Isla derives from the Scottish island of Islay, which is particularly stunning in the warmer months with gorgeous beaches and beautiful flora and fauna to spot. Most read in Fabulous Daisy is the second most popular summer-inspired baby girl name in the UK, with 1,585 baby girls born with the name in 2023. The name comes from the Old English 'day's eye', which refers to how a daisy flower opens its petals as the day breaks. Channel 4 star horrifies fans as she reveals 'truly awful' baby names ahead of birth of second child In third place is Aurora, with 964 baby girls born with the name. Aurora means 'dawn' and derives from the Latin word aurore, which means 'to become light'. Summer itself is in forth place while Eliana is the fifth most popular. The latter has roots in Hebrew, Latin and Greek and means either 'God has answered' or 'sun' depending on the interpretation. There's one other pretty Scottish-inspired name in the top 10 with Skye coming in at number six. Taken from another island, which itself takes its name from the old Norse for 'misty isle'. TOP OF THE TOTS HERE is the top 10 in full: Isla Daisy Aurora Summer Eliana Skye Honey Meadow Dahlia Sierra
Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Top 10 summer baby names revealed, with two inspired by stunning Scottish places
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AS the weather gets warmer, thoughts turn to summer. And for expectant parents there are so many pretty names that are perfect for the sunny season. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 If you'[re having a girl this summer, there are some beautiful names to choose from 2 One Scots inspired name comes from a pretty island Now new research has revealed the most popular summer-inspired baby names in the UK - with some unusual Scottish monikers included. The experts at QR Code Generator have compiled a list of the most popular choices for girls using the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Talking about the findings, Marc Porcar, at QR Code Generator, said: "Choosing a name for your baby is one of the most significant decisions a parent can make, and some even believe it can shape their child as a person. "Opting for a seasonal name can help narrow down your choices and commemorate when your baby was born. "For many, summer is an especially appealing season to draw inspiration from, as it's an uplifting and social time that can also evoke memories of welcoming new life." And coming in at number one is a cute Scots choice - Isla. It's officially the most popular summer-inspired baby girl name in the UK, with 2,337 baby girls born with the name in 2023. Isla derives from the Scottish island of Islay, which is particularly stunning in the warmer months with gorgeous beaches and beautiful flora and fauna to spot. Daisy is the second most popular summer-inspired baby girl name in the UK, with 1,585 baby girls born with the name in 2023. The name comes from the Old English 'day's eye', which refers to how a daisy flower opens its petals as the day breaks. Channel 4 star horrifies fans as she reveals 'truly awful' baby names ahead of birth of second child In third place is Aurora, with 964 baby girls born with the name. Aurora means 'dawn' and derives from the Latin word aurore, which means 'to become light'. Summer itself is in forth place while Eliana is the fifth most popular. The latter has roots in Hebrew, Latin and Greek and means either 'God has answered' or 'sun' depending on the interpretation. There's one other pretty Scottish-inspired name in the top 10 with Skye coming in at number six. Taken from another island, which itself takes its name from the old Norse for 'misty isle'.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
The five signs your partner is SPYING on you through your phone – it's not just heating up because of the sunshine
A DIGITAL expert has revealed the warning signs that could mean your partner is spying on you through your phone. Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, says suspicious activity on your device points to monitoring software that tracks messages calls and even your location. 1 And he warns that modern spyware stays hidden from users while collecting personal data and sending it to third parties. Here's the five signs to look out for that could mean spyware has been installed on your phone without consent. Battery draining fast If you notice the battery no longer lasts a full day without a recharge, and you've been using it as normal, it might be a sign that a spy app is installed on your phone. Marc says: "Spyware will drain your battery because it's continuously running in the background. "These monitoring apps never enter sleep mode and they need to constantly maintain active connections to send data to the remote server." According to the expert, this stealth activity uses significant power and ultimately causes batteries to drain much faster than normal. Unexpected phone heating "Phones become hot when spy applications consume processing resources," Marc said. Instead of cooling down when idle devices with monitoring software installed often remain warm to the touch even when not in use. This overheating happens as the spyware makes the processor work harder than necessary during normal operation. "The temperature increase is in most cases a direct result of unauthorised background processes running on your phone," Marc continued. I married my partner after 90 days & he cheated on me straight away - I didn't realise he had so many red flags Increased data usage Marc pointed out that unusual data consumption can also reveal hidden monitoring. "Check your data usage statistics in your phone settings," he advised. Monitoring apps need to send collected information to their controllers which requires internet connectivity and uses data allowances. "These applications will show up as consuming data in the background sometimes using substantial amounts if they're sending images or recording audio," he said. Many victims first discover spyware when they receive unexpected data limit warnings from their mobile providers. Strange texts or notifications "Watch for text messages containing random characters or codes," Marc also warned. Some basic monitoring apps use SMS commands to control the spyware installed on a device. These might appear briefly before disappearing as the software tries to hide from the user. "If you notice messages that arrive and then vanish or see notifications from apps you don't recognise these warrant immediate investigation," he said. Unusual activity when idle The final warning sign involves strange behavior when the phone should be inactive. "Your screen might light up when you're not using it or you might hear unexpected sounds during calls," Marc said. This happens because some advanced spyware allows remote activation of device functions including microphones and cameras. "These features allow someone to listen to your conversations or view your surroundings without your knowledge – a serious invasion of privacy," he added. Marc recommends performing regular security checks on all devices. "Remove applications you don't recognise run security scans using trusted software and check for apps with suspicious permissions," he said. The digital security expert also noted that it's important to have strong passwords and keeping devices physically secure when you are around people. "Never leave your phone unlocked around someone you don't fully trust, and always have a screen lock", he cautioned. UK law considers unauthorised surveillance of another person's device a criminal offence under the Computer Misuse Act with penalties including imprisonment in serious cases. Marc added that factory resets offer a last resort solution. "If you suspect your device has been compromised and can't resolve the issue yourself, a complete reset will remove most types of spyware," he said.
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Five terrifying warning signs you're being spied on through your PHONE – how to check if a partner is snooping
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IF you suspect your partner has been snooping through your phone, these tell-tale signs may help confirm your suspicions. Tech experts have revealed the indicators to look out for to ensure your smart device is secure. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 A tech expert has revealed the tell-tale signs that might reveal your phone contains spyware (stock image) Credit: Getty Digital pros have revealed the warning signs that might indicate someone has installed spyware on your phone. Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, explained that suspicious activity on your device may point to monitoring software that tracks your messages, calls, and even your location. The expert warned that modern spyware can stay hidden from users while collecting personal data and sending it to third parties. He outlined the top five signs to look out for if you suspect your phone has spyware installed. Read More On Technology CODE RED Apple warns 'iPhone spying attack' victims in 100 countries – check your login now BATTERY DRAINING FAST If you notice your phone battery no longer lasts a full day without a recharge despite no significant changes in your usage patterns,this could indicate a spy app has been installed on your phone. "Spyware will drain your battery because it's continuously running in the background," Porcar explained. "These monitoring apps never enter sleep mode and they need to constantly maintain active connections to send data to the remote server." According to the expert, this stealth activity uses significant power, ultimately causing your battery to drain much faster than normal. UNEXPECTED PHONE HEATING "Phones become hot when spy applications consume processing resources," Porcor explained. Rather than cooling down when idle, devices with monitoring software installed often remain warm to the touch. WhatsApp is closing down on three mobile devices in hours with users blocked from sending and receiving messages Overheating happens as the spyware makes the processor work harder than necessary during normal operation. "The temperature increase is in most cases a direct result of unauthorised background processes running on your phone," the expert said. INCREASED DATA USAGE Porcar also revealed that unusual data consumption can also reveal hidden monitoring. "Check your data usage statistics in your phone settings," the tech pro advised. Similar to battery consumption, monitoring apps also drain your date as they send collected information to their controllers. Signs your phone may contain spyware apps Battery draining fast Unexpected phone heating Increased data usage Strange texts or notifications Unusual activity when idle This process requires internet connectivity, using your data allowance. "These applications will show up as consuming data in the background, sometimes using substantial amounts if they're sending images or recording audio," Porcar explained. Many people first discover spyware when they receive unexpected data limit warnings from their mobile providers. STRANGE TEXTS OR NOTIFICATIONS "Watch for text messages containing random characters or codes," the tech expert warned. Some basic monitoring apps use SMS commands to control the spyware installed on a device. These might appear briefly before disappearing as the software attempts to go unnoticed by the user. "If you notice messages that arrive and then vanish or see notifications from apps you don't recognise these warrant immediate investigation," he explained. UNUSUAL ACTIVITY WHEN IDLE Another sign that your phone may contain spyware is your device behaving strangely when it should be inactive. "Your screen might light up when you're not using it or you might hear unexpected sounds during calls," Porcar said. According to the pro, this happens because some advanced spyware allows remote activation of device functions including microphones and cameras. "These features allow someone to listen to your conversations or view your surroundings without your knowledge," he added. The expert went on to describe this as "a serious invasion of privacy". To combat this, Porcar recommends performing regular security checks on all devices. "Remove applications you don't recognise, run security scans using trusted software, and check for apps with suspicious permissions," he advised. The digital security expert also noted that it's important to have strong passwords and keep devices physically secure when you are around people. "Never leave your phone unlocked around someone you don't fully trust, and always have a screen lock" he warned. UK law considers unauthorised surveillance of another person's device a criminal offence under the Computer Misuse Act, with penalties including imprisonment in serious cases. Porcar added that factory resets offer a last resort solution. "If you suspect your device has been compromised and can't resolve the issue yourself, a complete reset will remove most types of spyware," he said.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
Five terrifying warning signs you're being spied on through your PHONE – how to check if a partner is snooping
Roisin Chapman, Lifestyle Reporter Published: Invalid Date, IF you suspect your partner has been snooping through your phone, these tell-tale signs may help confirm your suspicions. Tech experts have revealed the indicators to look out for to ensure your smart device is secure. 2 Digital pros have revealed the warning signs that might indicate someone has installed spyware on your phone. Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, explained that suspicious activity on your device may point to monitoring software that tracks your messages, calls, and even your location. The expert warned that modern spyware can stay hidden from users while collecting personal data and sending it to third parties. He outlined the top five signs to look out for if you suspect your phone has spyware installed. BATTERY DRAINING FAST If you notice your phone battery no longer lasts a full day without a recharge despite no significant changes in your usage patterns,this could indicate a spy app has been installed on your phone. "Spyware will drain your battery because it's continuously running in the background," Porcar explained. "These monitoring apps never enter sleep mode and they need to constantly maintain active connections to send data to the remote server." According to the expert, this stealth activity uses significant power, ultimately causing your battery to drain much faster than normal. UNEXPECTED PHONE HEATING "Phones become hot when spy applications consume processing resources," Porcor explained. Rather than cooling down when idle, devices with monitoring software installed often remain warm to the touch. WhatsApp is closing down on three mobile devices in hours with users blocked from sending and receiving messages Overheating happens as the spyware makes the processor work harder than necessary during normal operation. "The temperature increase is in most cases a direct result of unauthorised background processes running on your phone," the expert said. INCREASED DATA USAGE Porcar also revealed that unusual data consumption can also reveal hidden monitoring. "Check your data usage statistics in your phone settings," the tech pro advised. Similar to battery consumption, monitoring apps also drain your date as they send collected information to their controllers. This process requires internet connectivity, using your data allowance. "These applications will show up as consuming data in the background, sometimes using substantial amounts if they're sending images or recording audio," Porcar explained. Many people first discover spyware when they receive unexpected data limit warnings from their mobile providers. STRANGE TEXTS OR NOTIFICATIONS "Watch for text messages containing random characters or codes," the tech expert warned. Some basic monitoring apps use SMS commands to control the spyware installed on a device. These might appear briefly before disappearing as the software attempts to go unnoticed by the user. "If you notice messages that arrive and then vanish or see notifications from apps you don't recognise these warrant immediate investigation," he explained. UNUSUAL ACTIVITY WHEN IDLE Another sign that your phone may contain spyware is your device behaving strangely when it should be inactive. "Your screen might light up when you're not using it or you might hear unexpected sounds during calls," Porcar said. According to the pro, this happens because some advanced spyware allows remote activation of device functions including microphones and cameras. "These features allow someone to listen to your conversations or view your surroundings without your knowledge," he added. The expert went on to describe this as "a serious invasion of privacy". To combat this, Porcar recommends performing regular security checks on all devices. "Remove applications you don't recognise, run security scans using trusted software, and check for apps with suspicious permissions," he advised. The digital security expert also noted that it's important to have strong passwords and keep devices physically secure when you are around people. "Never leave your phone unlocked around someone you don't fully trust, and always have a screen lock" he warned. UK law considers unauthorised surveillance of another person's device a criminal offence under the Computer Misuse Act, with penalties including imprisonment in serious cases. Porcar added that factory resets offer a last resort solution. "If you suspect your device has been compromised and can't resolve the issue yourself, a complete reset will remove most types of spyware," he said. 2
