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Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I saved thousands fitting a new bathroom myself – people love our Amazon mirror & floor to ceiling tiles came from B&Q
Plus, ten DIY hacks that will transform your home for just £1 each WATER GLOW-UP I saved thousands fitting a new bathroom myself – people love our Amazon mirror & floor to ceiling tiles came from B&Q Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A COUPLE have left people with their jaws on the floor after giving their bathroom an epic glow-up with no prior experience. If you're looking to have your bathroom fitted professionally, this will cost you around an eye-watering £7,000 - or more, depending on the size, according to data by Checkatrade. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 One thrifty couple wowed social media users with their epic bathroom makeover on a budget Credit: FACEBOOK/DIY ON A BUDGET OFFICIAL 2 Thanks to doing everything themselves, they spent just £4,000 for the gorgeous glow-up Credit: FACEBOOK/DIY ON A BUDGET OFFICIAL But as many cash-strapped households are looking for cheaper alternatives, one DIY-loving couple recently stunned everyone with their gorgeous bathroom makeover. What's more, not only did they achieved the stunning results themselves - but they also saved thousands in the process. Chloe Newlove took to Facebook to share snaps of the process from the very start to the very end - and while it did take them several months, the final result was worth it. According to the thrifty woman - one of the members of the DIY On A Budget Official page - the pair had ''no experience''. Before the jaw-dropping transformation, the bathroom was pretty plain, featuring a bathtub, dark grey wall tiles, as well as cream tile flooring. The slow reno process started with getting rid of the existing bathtub and sink, as well as removing the wall tiling, stripping the room completely. The DIY enthusiasts then installed the brand new bathtub, a stunning white sink, before tackling the light grey wall tiles - all of which they did themselves. The Johnson tiles Urban Concrete White Matt Stone effect tiles, Chloe revealed in the comments, were from B&Q and cost just £23 for a pack of six. The gorgeous Johnson Tiles Marlow Beige Matt Cement Tile Effect Porcelain Indoor Wall & Floor Tiles were also purchased from the beloved retailer. If you want to get your hands on this stunning flooring, you'll have to be quick - as they're currently on offer, down from £22.50 to just £13.50 for a five-pack. I transformed my council house hallway for under £60 - the old laminate has vanished but critics say it 'looks cheap' Another fabulous feature that instantly gave the room a more modern yet cosy feel was the round light-up mirror they found on Amazon. Sharing the jaw-dropping results online, Chloe revealed the total costs came to just £4,000 - saving the money-smart pair an astronomical sum. 10 DIY hacks for under £1 each These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money Homemade Air Freshener: Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh. Upcycled Tin Can Planters: Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants. Custom Phone Stand: Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint. DIY Lip Scrub: Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container. Personalised Bookmarks: Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch. Decorative Mason Jars: Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders. Easy Cable Organiser: Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape. Magnetic Spice Jars: Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage. Handmade Coasters: Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters. Natural All-Purpose Cleaner: Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home. 'Love it, who needs a professional' Since being uploaded on the popular page, the glow-up has taken the internet by storm, winning Chloe more than 130 likes in less than 24 hours - and heaps of praise. Dozens of fellow DIY lovers flooded to comments totally amazed by the stunning makeover. One person said: ''Soo gorgeous!!! You should pat yourself in the back for that!'' Someone else chimed in: ''That looks absolutely amazing.'' ''Love it, who needs a professional,'' a third added. ''Bathroom looks stunning,'' another was singing praises.
Newsweek
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
South Park Season 27 Release Date, Trailer, and Everything We Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors South Park Season 27 is coming this Summer. Keep reading for the exact release date of this long-running comedy juggernaut, as well as plot details, and everything else we know. It's been a long time coming. South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker's next season was first announced on August 5, 2021. That's before South Park Season 26 made it to air - it premiered on February 8, 2023. The gang returns in South Park Season 27 The gang returns in South Park Season 27 Comedy Central Between Season 26 and Season 27, we last saw South Park in the form of three 50-minute specials written and directed by Parker. These were: Streaming Wars Part 1 - 1 June 2022 Streaming Wars Part 2 - 13 July 2022 The End of Obesity - May 24, 2024 What's been revealed so far of South Park Season 27 seems like a return to form. From Canadian uprisings to space travel, scroll down for all of the must-know details. South Park Season 27 Release Date South Park Season 27 first airs on Wednesday July 9, 2025. It won't be the last season, either. In 2021 Parker and Trey signed a reported $900M deal with Comedy Central to extend South Park to Season 30, taking the show up to2027. South Park Season 27 Where to Watch The next season of South Park premiers Wednesday July 9, 2025, on Comedy Central. However, you can also stream it on Paramount+. That's down to Paramount's $500 million exclusive streaming licensing deal with HBO Max, which features the new season, along with the rest of the South Park library. "Starting this July, [South Park] will be coming to Paramount+ in the US," said Paramount Global co-CEO Chris McCarthy during the company's earnings call last week. South Park Season 27 Episode List There is no episode list for South Park Season 27 yet. South Park Season 26 featured six episodes, so the next season will likely follow a similar format. South Park Season 27 Trailer Check below for the latest South Park Season 27 trailer, which features disgraced rapper Diddy flying a jetpack, Randy Marsh preparing for a drugs binge, and numerous mid-air plane collisions.
Digital Trends
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
3 underrated HBO Max movies you should watch this weekend (May 16-18)
Did you see the latest trailer for Superman? The new footage hammered down the emotional dilemma Superman faces as he tries to find his place in the world. Fans of James Gunn will know the filmmaker has a knack for telling impassioned stories, i.e., the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. Gunn clearly wants to make an emotional superhero epic. We'll find out if that happens on July 11. Superman will likely stream on HBO Max by the end of 2025. For now, try streaming some under-the-radar movies this weekend. Our suggestions include a South Park documentary, a wild neo-noir, and a mystery romance. Recommended Videos We also have guides to the best new movies to stream, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+. 6 Days to Air: The Making of South Park (2011) South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone are geniuses, full stop. The duo are two of the most prolific creators in the entertainment industry, with multiple Emmys and Tonys to prove it. Sure, some of South Park's humor may be viewed as lewd or vulgar, but my god is it hilarious. Many people don't know how much effort goes into making one episode of South Park. 6 Days to Air is a fascinating view into the construction of one of the most successful adult animated TV shows. Most television shows are completed weeks to months in advance. South Park elects to finish the show hours before it airs to capitalize on current events. Watching Parker, Stone, and their team come up with the voices and stories is like watching Picasso paint. Fans are in for a treat as the writers make HumancentiPad, an episode that parodies iPhones and The Human Centipede. Stream 6 Days to Air: The Making of South Park on Max. Inherent Vice (2014) Inherent Vice is ranked in the back half of Paul Thomas Anderson's filmography. Unfortunately for Inherent Vice, it's sandwiched between two of PTA's best movies, 2012's The Master and 2017's Phantom Thread. What this neo-noir has in its favor is comedy. Inherent Vice might be one of Anderson's funniest movies. The underrated crime movie stars Joaquin Phoenix as Larry 'Doc' Sportello, a private detective asked by his ex-girlfriend Shasta (Katherine Waterston) to help keep her new boyfriend out of a mental hospital. Shasta eventually goes missing, forcing Doc to navigate a complicated world of crime, drugs, and cops. At times this movie is incoherent and confusing. I suggest going with the flow and treating it like a sophisticated stoner comedy. Stream Inherent Vice on Max. Where the Crawdads Sing (2022) Audiences have proven time and time again that they will show out for mystery romance movies based on popular novels. Colleen Hoover adaptations are becoming more prevalent in Hollywood thanks to It Ends with Us. In that same vein, Where the Crawdads Sing was a sleeper hit in 2022, grossing over $144 million on a $24 million budget. Based on Delia Owens' novel, Where the Crawdads Sing stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kya, a young girl abandoned by her family and forced to live by herself in the North Carolina marsh. Despite being a social outcast, Kya is surprisingly charged with murdering local hero Chase Andrews (Harris Dickinson). The ensuing courtroom drama seeks to answer who killed Chase while revealing insight into Kya, who has been overlooked by society. Stream Where the Crawdads Sing on Max.
Miami Herald
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Family Fun for Your Denver Weekend
Sometimes a long weekend suffices for a quick escape, especially given limited PTO, school days and generally busy modern lifestyles that make weeklong vacations hard to squeeze in. If you're looking for a weekend away with the family, this perfect long weekend itinerary in Denver will inspire your family fun. Portions of this trip were hosted. Let us inspire your travels! Sign up for our newsletter now. Why Here: Casa Bonita, a Denver mainstay since the 1970s, featured kitschy decor, cliff divers and somewhat terrible Mexican food. South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker purchased the restaurant and now offer the same nostalgia with a safer, cleaner, tastier venue. What Not to Miss: Although hidden activities abound, the cliff divers really steal the limelight with dive intervals every 20 minutes. So rest easy, eat your burrito, interact with the restaurant characters and catch a show when you can. Where to Eat: Obviously, you've come for some food but the specialty drinks stand out: indulge in at least one! Money Matters: Our group of four (two adults, two kids) spent right around $200 on lunch. We each had a specialty drink and an entree. The sopapillas come free with every reservation! While somewhat expensive for mediocre Mexican food, you pay for dinner and a show when it all shakes out. The arcade and some activities incur a small upcharge. SheBuysTravel Tip: Make reservations 2-4 months in advance – you can only dine here if you have a reservation. Why Here: The Downtown Aquarium, one of several nationwide managed by Landry's (of Rainforest Cafe, Bubba Gump Shrimp, and several Walt Disney Resort restaurants fame), drew us in with the dive/snorkel program. We likely would skip this stop without the extra in-water program. What Not to Miss: You can actually book snorkeling and scuba diving adventures (which we did) through a local dive shop, A-1 Scuba. In water guides make interacting with cow nose stingrays, guitar fish, jacks and more super chill and fun. All gear is provided and showers are on-site. Where to Eat: Aquarium Restaurant, with a fantastic ambiance and resembling a themed Applebee's in quality, quantity and taste. The drinks really stood out – I recommend the Shark Bite. Quite a juxtaposition: separately, all the ingredients presented nothing special, but the whole experience made for quite a good time. Money Matters: Two snorkelers and two scuba divers cost $700. The price included our aquarium visit and a souvenir t-shirt. The behind-the-scenes scuba and snorkel experience really elevated our aquarium visit. Without this elevated experience, the restaurant might have just been a mediocre, crowded itinerary stop. At the on-site restaurant, drinks, meals, and dessert for four totaled around $250. SheBuysTravel Tip: The in-water programs book fast. Make a reservation a few weeks in advance, at least. You have to do so separately from the aquarium, through the scuba shop. Anyone not in the water will need to purchase admission to the aquarium. The restaurant didn't prove terribly hard to secure reservations, but to do so helps plan for a successful day! Why Here: Meow Wolf boasts several locations throughout the USA, including this one, part art exhibit, part amusement venue. It ranks among those life experiences demanding firsthand experience. Featuring four levels, Convergence Station transports you through areas recalling a frozen glittery land, bright pizzascapes reminiscent of 1990s-era Nickelodeon illustrations, spots feeling intergalactic, and even a laundromat. Sounds accompany the visual experience. Our ten-year-old loved the experience most of all. What not to Miss: Pinpointing what we missed is difficult. During your briefing, you hear that 'no correct way exists to explore' and that 'if you feel lost, you're doing it right.' I would say, you do need to interact by opening doors, pushing buttons, and really immersing yourself in the fun. Where to eat: While a lounge and cafe exist, we opted to eat before visiting Meow Wolf, so we cannot comment much on the food situation. However, after exploring the mind-blowing exhibits and walking through the lounge on our way out, I actually mistook a display of half-eaten food and drink on an abandoned table for art! Money Matters: Reserve an entry time online. For the four of us, ticket prices would have totaled around $200 for an afternoon of adventures in art. Parking costs $10 with plenty of space in a surface lot. SheBuysTravel Tip: Wear comfortable shoes – you'll "feel" the concrete floors as you walk and try to find all the exhibits' nooks and crannies. Why here: Fun for a special dinner or date night, sharing tapas with a small group works perfectly at Linger. This popular restaurant, occupying an old mortuary building, has no kids menu, but the kids enjoyed some "eating adventures" while trying menu items including wagyu sliders and bison kebabs. We ordered several plates and shared them around the table. What not to Miss: The bao bun trio remains my favorite go-to menu item at this spot. A good action plan involves everyone ordering something different and then just sharing bites. The mimosas also delight for a Sunday brunch. You really can't find bad food. Where to eat: You're here to savor Denver's flavors. Maybe let them linger a while… Our server mentioned that the restaurant occupies the part of the building where the hearses parked – which makes sense considering the large garage door-style windows on one wall. Whether seated upstairs or downstairs, no bad spot exists. Money Matters: This dining experience won't break the bank with on-average $20 entrees. Special menus appear at times, and expensive options, like any menu, run $40-$50. Our party of four ate dinner for about $100. SheBuysTravel Tip: You MUST make a reservation if you don't want to stand in the street waiting for an hour. A crowd-pleasing small-batch ice cream joint operates on the street level next door to Linger for a little dessert, if you have any room at all! Why here: The VīB in Denver's artsy River North (RiNo) district offered a super convenient basecamp for our long weekend. Centrally located, about 20 minutes from all the adventures we had planned, and with easy access to the Colorado Rockies games. What Not to Miss: Special events like Trivia and Bingo occur on the rooftop patio (or inside when chilly) – check for information on these free and well-attended events. The energy suits any crowd with a vibe all its own. Where to eat: The food on-site worked perfectly for starting our day and provided a fun spot to chill in the evenings. The hotel features a breakfast and coffee shop for mornings and McDevitt Taco Supply, a cool rooftop patio bar/restaurant. Money Matters: A night here costs around $150-265 depending on season and day of the week. The taco restaurant proves affordable, and you will save in the end by its central location for rideshare costs or even driving and time. SheBuysTravel Tip: Streetside parking exists FREE and limited. About eight coveted parking spots are available; otherwise, easy ramp parking exists. Coors Field: Home of the Colorado Rockies. Catch a tour or see a game during baseball season. I recommend the lobster roll – a bold choice in a landlocked American ballpark, but you won't regret it!Denver Zoo: Lots of exhibits, many newly renovated, and for grown-ups – stands selling cold beers in eco-friendly Big Blue Bear: Near Denver's Convention Center in the heart of downtown. Great photo op but with tricky parking. We made a quick run to the giant azure oso, snapped our selfies, and ran back to the car. You may not want to take my advice on repeating this operation!One Mile High step: At 5,280 feet above sea level, the step on the Denver Courthouse. Great photo op also in downtown. While we were there, one of the biggest protests in Colorado history was taking place, so we didn't go for the picture. Rocky Mountain National Park: 90-minute drive northwest of Denver. Make sure to check the weather, so you're able to get as far up into the mountainous landscape as you can. In 2025, prepare for the usual locations to be unstaffed or have some services Tacos and elote near the airport on Tower Road. I can confirm the delicious nature makes this a perfect stop before flying out. 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Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New ‘South Park' Episodes to Debut in July After 2-Year Break
At long last, 'South Park' Season 27 has a premiere date. The long-running Comedy Central original will premiere new episodes on July 9. Season 26 of Matt Stone and Trey Parker's comedy premiered over two years ago in February of 2023. Check out the first teaser below: More to come … The post New 'South Park' Episodes to Debut in July After 2-Year Break appeared first on TheWrap.
