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BBC News
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Hull dad's portrait of daughter on display at National Gallery
A dad's painting of his daughter is on display in the National Portrait Gallery in 51, from Hull, who only started painting full-time last year when he took a sabbatical from his job as a data architect, said it was "quite overwhelming" to discover his portrait of Evelyn, 10, would be on show to a national picture, on display until 12 October, was one of 46 chosen from 1,300 entries as part of the Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award, which is one of the most important platforms for portrait painters today, according to the said she was "really excited" but "nervous" at the same time about the fact lots of people would see her painting. The time off from work allowed Matthew to spend more time in his Hull studio, where he decided to paint Evelyn."She was very patient," he said. "I did a couple of drawings of her to familiarise [myself], even though I know what she looks like."Evelyn said she agreed to the painting because she thought it was a nice thing of her father to said: "I enjoyed it, but I find it really hard to sit still. I like moving quite a lot."Matthew, who puts on exhibitions in his home city, said he entered the competition after being told about it by a added: "I knew it was a strong painting but I didn't think I'd get through." After making it through the first round, he was then "excited" to attend an in-person judging session in London before receiving an email in February informing him his picture had been said that when she attended the gallery to see her portrait on display, other visitors recognised that it was her in the added: "She got into the swing of it in terms of talking to people and the artists. All the other artists were really lovely with her." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Beloved 1990s alcopop makes its return to shop shelves after 20 years – and it's perfect for summer BBQs & festivals
AN iconic 2000's alcopop will make its return to shop shelves after 20 years. Reef, a fruity vodka drink loved by ravers, made it's come back last year, with bottles sold at B&M stores. 1 The drink is coming back in a new carton format But this summer the nostalgic booze group is repackaging the product to give partygoers a whole new way to enjoy the drink. The 3.4% ABV drink will be sold in a resealable carton. The group said the new carton format was "designed with socialisation in mind". Matthew Bulcroft, marketing director at Global Brands, added: "The resealable carton gives consumers more flexibility, less waste, and a better drinking experience overall. "Whether you're partying hard or chilling out, Reef's here for it." Shoppers will be able to pick up the nostalgic tipple from this month. A 15-pack of cartons will set you back £27, working out at around 55p per drink. You can also order boxes of the boozer at Most read in Money A 10-pack of the original bottled booze is still available to shop at B&M for £8.50. Its return comes as Why Guinness tastes better in Ireland Reef's lower alcohol percentage is also likely to appeal to the group, who are notorious for drinking less than older generations. Matthew added: 'Reef's return last year tapped perfectly into the nostalgia trend – and our new carton is the next exciting step. "It's about giving fans what they love, in a smarter, cooler way that fits modern life." Nostalgic drinks make a comeback And Reef is not the only nostalgic drink making a come back. Bacardi Breezers are back just in time for summer, and will be sold at £2 a bottle. Customers can enjoy two flavours, including Zesty Orange, Zingy Lime and Crispy Watermelon. Elsewhere, , Boddingtons Cask Ale is hitting taps again. First brewed in 1778, the famous ale disappeared from handpumps in 2012 but is now set to return to pubs across the North West. Manchester's oldest brewer JW Lees is to brew the cask ale close to its original home under licence from Budweiser Brewing Group. Read more on the Irish Sun Punters who have waited 13 years for a sip of the creamy ale will be able to order a pint of it in selected pubs across the Double Diamond beer also made its return to pubs last year, and it was recently revealed that it has returned to the high street, with cans of the pale ale on sale in Tesco. Why are products axed or recipes changed? ANALYSIS by chief consumer reporter James Flanders. Food and drinks makers have been known to tweak their recipes or axe items altogether. They often say that this is down to the changing tastes of customers. There are several reasons why this could be done. For example, government regulation, like the "sugar tax," forces firms to change their recipes. Some manufacturers might choose to tweak ingredients to cut costs. They may opt for a cheaper alternative, especially when costs are rising to keep prices stable. For example, Tango Cherry disappeared from shelves in 2018. It has recently returned after six years away but as a sugar-free version. Suntory tweaked the flavour of its While the amount of sugar in every bottle remains unchanged, the supplier swapped out the sweetener aspartame for sucralose.
Scottish Sun
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 2000's alcopop makes its return to shop shelves after 20 years – and it's perfect for summer BBQs & festivals
Plus, we reveal more iconic drinks making a come back BACK AGAIN Iconic 2000's alcopop makes its return to shop shelves after 20 years – and it's perfect for summer BBQs & festivals AN iconic 2000s alcopop will make its return to shop shelves after 20 years. Reef, a fruity vodka drink loved by ravers, made it's come back last year, with bottles sold at B&M stores. Advertisement 1 The drink is coming back in a new carton format But this summer the nostalgic booze group is repackaging the product to give partygoers a whole new way to enjoy the drink. The 3.4% ABV drink will be sold in a resealable carton. The group said the new carton format was "designed with socialisation in mind". Matthew Bulcroft, marketing director at Global Brands, added: "The resealable carton gives consumers more flexibility, less waste, and a better drinking experience overall. Advertisement "Whether you're partying hard or chilling out, Reef's here for it." Shoppers will be able to pick up the nostalgic tipple from this month. A 15-pack of cartons will set you back £27, working out at around 55p per drink. You can also order boxes of the boozer at Advertisement A 10-pack of the original bottled booze is still available to shop at B&M for £8.50. Its return comes as Gen Z are looking to revive fashion and trends once popular in the 2000s. Why Guinness tastes better in Ireland Reef's lower alcohol percentage is also likely to appeal to the group, who are notorious for drinking less than older generations. Matthew added: 'Reef's return last year tapped perfectly into the nostalgia trend – and our new carton is the next exciting step. Advertisement "It's about giving fans what they love, in a smarter, cooler way that fits modern life." Nostalgic drinks make a comeback And Reef is not the only nostalgic drink making a come back. Bacardi Breezers are back just in time for summer, and will be sold at £2 a bottle. Customers can enjoy two flavours, including Zesty Orange, Zingy Lime and Crispy Watermelon. Advertisement Elsewhere, the legendary "Cream of Manchester", Boddingtons Cask Ale is hitting taps again. First brewed in 1778, the famous ale disappeared from handpumps in 2012 but is now set to return to pubs across the North West. Manchester's oldest brewer JW Lees is to brew the cask ale close to its original home under licence from Budweiser Brewing Group. Punters who have waited 13 years for a sip of the creamy ale will be able to order a pint of it in selected pubs across the North West from September, before it becomes more widely available. Advertisement Double Diamond beer also made its return to pubs last year, and it was recently revealed that it has returned to the high street, with cans of the pale ale on sale in Tesco.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
Brit woman in her 60s dies in adventure sport tragedy while holidaying in French Alps
A British woman died on Saturday after a white water rafting tragedy in the French Alps and police have launched a manslaughter probe into the accident A British woman has tragically lost her life following a devastating white water rafting incident at a renowned French holiday destination, prompting authorities to launch a manslaughter investigation. The British tourist, aged in her 60s, passed away on Saturday following the horrific accident which occurred just after noon, close to the Alpine town of Briançon in the French Alps. The victim plunged from her raft during a guided excursion on the Guisane River and was subsequently "discovered on the riverbank", firefighters confirmed. This tragic incident comes as UK police c ontinue to search bodies of water for missing woman Rachel Booth. Emergency responders found her and transported her to a nearby hospital in South East France, close to the Italian border. The British holidaymaker sadly died from her injuries sustained in the tragic incident. An autopsy will be carried out on the woman "born in 1956", prosecutors confirmed, reports the Mirror. Authorities have launched a manslaughter inquiry into her death, with Briançon CRS Alpes leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The probe will also examine the role of the tour guides who were supervising the British woman's excursion when the accident occurred. A local public prosecutor stated: "Investigations are continuing to determine the circumstances of the accident." A Foreign Office spokesperson said: "We are in touch with local authorities following the death of a British woman in France." Tragically, this British woman is not the only UK national to have lost their life while white water rafting abroad. Schoolboy Matthew Hitchman met with a fatal accident during a rafting excursion on a school trip to Ecuador at just 17 years of age. Matthew was partaking in a month-long trek across the Andes with his classmates and teachers when he was thrown from an inflatable boat in 2017. The Royal Grammar School in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, reported that despite efforts, rescuing Matthew "proved impossible".
New York Post
2 days ago
- New York Post
Utah mother admits to luring estranged husband to his death in fake self-defense plot with family
A Utah woman admitted to conspiring to kill her husband with the help of her mother and brother, making the fatal shooting look like an act of self-defense. Kathryn Restelli, 37, pleaded guilty to a reduced count of murder and conspiracy to commit murder for the death of Matthew Restelli, 34, her estranged husband who was shot dead at her family's residence in American Fork last July, local KSL reported. The mother of two told the court that she lured her husband to her mother's home on July 12, 2024, with the promise of reconciling their relationship, telling him he was free to walk into the home unannounced. Advertisement 3 Utah mother Kathryn Restelli has pleaded guilty to luring her husband, Matthew Restell,i to his death. Facebook 3 Kathryn Restelli told her estranged husband to enter her family's house — where her brother shot him. Restelli and her family had set things up in such a way that they would accuse Matthew of breaking into their house, allowing Kevin Ellis, her brother, to shoot him and make a claim of self-defense, according to the plea statement. Officers who arrived at the scene testified that they found Matthew with a knife in his hand, but its placement seemed unusual and raised doubts about the family's self-defense claim. Advertisement Police said Matthew was gripping the knife in the wrong direction and that the weapon was in his right hand — despite the fact that he's left-handed and that a bullet wound was centered on the wrist holding the blade. Restelli's mother, Tracey Grist, called 911 after the shooting, but the call from inside the house came minutes after a neighbor had already notified police, setting off more alarm bells. Diane Restelli, Matthew's mother, said her son was concerned after his wife took the kids and family truck to stay with her family in Utah. Advertisement 3 Kathryn Restelli and her family claimed the shooting was in self defense. Matthew had agreed to drive from his California residence to American Fork to pick up his family because Restelli told him she could not rent a vehicle to come back, Diane told the court. Despite promising Matthew that the family would drive back together, police said Restelli had not packed anything for the supposed trip. Restelli had also put a tracking device in Matthew's truck to monitor his arrival and stayed in touch to make sure he would get to the house so her family would be ready to act, she admitted. Advertisement Grist allegedly prepared the home for the murder, which included covering the living room couch to prevent it from getting blood stains. Along with pleading guilty to reduced count of murder and conspiracy to commit murder, Restelli was also hit with a Felony discharge of a firearm charge. She is set to return to court on Sept. 9 for her sentencing, where she faces a maximum of life in prison. Ellis and Grist have both been charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder, obstruction of justice, and two counts of domestic violence in the presence of a child. Ellis, whose trial is expected to start on Jan. 20, has also been charged with possession of a gun as a restricted person and drug possession. Grist also has a jury trial scheduled to start on Jan. 12.
