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South Wales Argus
12 hours ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
See the latest approved Torfaen planning applications
Torfaen County Borough Council approved the plans in the week commencing Monday, May 26. Discharge of condition Permission has been granted to discharge condition DOC 2, regarding specific biodiversity enhancement measures, of planning application 25/P/0155/FUL. This relates to a proposed replacement and relocation of existing external prefabricated units at Eaton Lakeside, Llantarnam Industrial Estate, Cwmbran. Change of use An approved application will change the use of a café into office space at Unit 1 Torfaen Social Enterprise Unit, Church Avenue, Trevethin, Pontypool. No internal or external changes will be made. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out according to the approved plans. Signage at school Permission has been granted for signage on the pitch fence at Llantarnam Community Primary School, Llantarnam Road, Cwmbran. The sign will show the funding body and local footballer, Danny Gabbidon. The approval is valid for five years and work must be carried out in line with the approved plans. Adverts must be kept in a clean and tidy condition, with the structures kept in a safe condition. Adverts must not obscure or hinder any traffic sign or railway signal. Front extension Approval has been given for a front extension to the property at 75 Spring Grove, Greenmeadow, Cwmbran. The proposal includes converting the garage into a bedroom and creating an additional hard-standing area. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out according to the approved plans. A Woodstone nest box will be put on site. Alterations and extension An application for proposed alterations and a two-storey extension to the existing home, including driveway alterations, at Forge House, Cwmavon Road, Blaenavon, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out according to the approved plans. The applicant must get written approval from the council for the materials to be used. A bat box and sparrow nest box must be put in place. Variation of condition Permission has been granted to vary condition 3 of planning permission 20/P/0148/FUL, extending the time period for the construction of a new home office and study above the existing garage and utility room at 23 Greenwood Drive, Henllys, Cwmbran. Discharge of condition An application to discharge condition no.3 (Construction Method Statement) of planning application 24/P/0469/FUL, related to the change of use of the former post office and flat into five residential flats with a ground floor coffee shop at 52 Windsor Road, Griffithstown, Pontypool, has been approved. Non-material amendment A non-material amendment application related to application 23/P/0679/FUL for alterations to balconies at the former Ty Gwyn Residential Home, Ty Gwyn Way, Fairwater, Cwmbran, has been approved. The work must be carried out according to the plans, including the adjustments to the balconies. Discharge of condition An application to discharge condition 4 (Construction Environmental Management Plan by Cardo Group) related to planning permission 23/P/0582/FUL, for the demolition of Greenway Social Club and the proposed development of 12 affordable dwellings, sustainable drainage, car parking, landscaping, and associated works at The Greenway Club, Greenway Drive, Griffithstown, Pontypool, has been approved. Discharge of condition An application to discharge condition 6 (Dark Corridors Plan, Figure 9 Rev B Dark Corridors Low Res) of planning application 23/P/0298/RES Southern Canal Bridge Crossing, Land West Of Cwmbran Drive, South Sebastopol, at Land West Of Cwmbran Drive, has been approved. Car parking spaces An application for the formation of two car parking spaces plus an electric car charging point in the front garden of the existing house at 31 Mynydd View, Cwmfields, Pontypool, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out according to the approved plans. Biodiversity enhancements must be submitted to and approved in writing prior to the start of the development. Discharge of condition An application to discharge condition 4 (materials) of application 19/P/0689/FUL for a single storey side extension and entrance ramp to accommodate funeral home use on the ground floor at Park Street Methodist Church, Park Street, Blaenavon, has been approved.
Buzz Feed
3 days ago
- General
- Buzz Feed
Housekeepers And Professional Cleaners Swear By These 26 Products, And So Will You
A 20-pack of extra-thick melamine cleaning pads that'll tackle your toughest messes — from your sneakers to your stove to your walls — just with a little water and elbow grease. Everything will be cleaner than ever, and you'll save money compared to Mr. Clean Magic Erasers — I call that a win-win. Bioclean, a hard water stain remover for everyone who is just tired of trying to clean those cloudy glass shower doors, spot-covered fixtures, tile and grout, and more. It even works on pools! If you're not convinced, just hear from one reviewer: "Step one: Look at the pictures. Step two: Buy a lifetime supply immediately." A Scrub Daddy sponge, because it is one of the all-time greatest Shark Tank hits for a reason. All the Sharks (except Lori, of course) may have laughed at first, but this smiley lil' guy just plain works on whatever mess you need to clean up — and almost 50,000 5-star reviewers agree. A Clorox toilet wand with disposable scrubby heads *preloaded* with cleaner designed to kill 99.9% of germs and banish hard water and lime stans so you can clean the whole bowl with one hand — and *one* product. If the idea of a toilet brush in your you out, this is a great alternative that'll help you actually keep up with this chore. A reusable microfiber Swiffer mop pad if you'd like to cut down your use of disposable mopping cutting down on the efficacy of your clean. Reviewers actually think these pick up more than the disposable ones (especially pet hair and crumbs), and clean up easily right in the washing machine! And a bottle of almond-scented Method hardwood floor cleaner to make the floors that have just lost their *sparkle* look shiny and smell fantastic (seriously, people looooove the smell) — just squirt and mop, no rinsing needed! As Ina says, how easy is that? Hope's Perfect Sink, a cleaner and polish formulated to use on stainless steel AND porcelain sinks (plus cast iron, corian, acrylic, and more) to restore that just-like-new shine *and* protect against further damage. It creates a water-repellant barrier, so instead of your morning coffee, lunchtime soup, and evening pasta sauce just sitting in the bottom of the sink, it'll actually rinse clean with ease. A bottle of Bar Keepers Friend soft cleanser (it's pre-mixed so it makes less of a mess than the original powder), because it's a cult-fave for a reason. Seriously. It works on SO. MANY. SURFACES — sinks, cookware, stainless steel, faucets, countertops, tubs, toilets, glass, grout, and more — so you can get to work and see results with only one product. Dawn Powerwash, a borderline magical spray-on dish soap that BLASTS through tough grease and baked-on messes with ease. But it's not just for dishes — if you have a greasy range hood or backsplash, or you want to deep clean your cooktop or grill, this is *perfect* for that too, cutting through the toughest messes! The TikTok-famous Bissell Little Green carpet and upholstery cleaner that sprays on water and stain-fighting cleaner, then sucks it away to blast away years' of mess — on carpet *and* furniture. Reviewers love it for banishing pet stains, spills, and more — without having to waste a lot of their valuable storage space. Easy-Off, a fume-free oven cleaner you can spray on, leave for a minute, and then wipe away for an oven so clean, you'll think it was swapped out for a new model overnight. Time to reward yourself after all this cleaning with a cake. Btw, it also works on oven doors, broilers, broiler pans, and stainless steel surfaces. The Chom Chom, because it's every pet-owning neat freak's dream that shedding exist. And this genius roller is the closest we can possibly get to that dream. It has a patented brush design (and *no* adhesive strips) to rid your lovely black sofa of all your furry friend's shedding in just a quick roll! A Furemover rubber broom that, despite the name, isn't just for those with shedding pets (although it's great for that) — as one of my BuzzFeed shopping colleagues knows first hand, it's also great at getting *human* hair out of carpet in just a few quick sweeps (once you realize how much hair is trapped never be able to un-know it). You'll be surprised how much more vibrant and clean-looking your carpets and rugs will be! The Pink Stuff, a TikTok- (and reviewer-) beloved cleaning product that miracles! Name your mess, and this mildly abrasive paste will take care of business — including but not limited to bathroom tiles, sinks, stove tops, painted walls, grills, and outdoor furniture. A 🙌 no-scrub, no-wipe 🙌 Wet & Forget cleaner if you love having a clean don't actually enjoy the cleaning process itself. Now you can keep your shower clean and mildew-free by spraying just *once a week*, waiting 8-12 hours, and then rinsing to reveal a cleaner shower over time. And it's bleach-free, so no harsh smells! The Baseboard Buddy, an As-Seen-On-TV gadget that'll come through for you if you're TIRED of all the dust that accumulates on your trim and baseboard every. single. day. This guy is lightweight and has an extendable telescoping handle and 360° swivel so you can wipe surfaces clean with the contoured microfiber head *without* having to bend over or get down on your hands and knees, so you can get your heavy-duty cleaning done AND make regular dusting touchups easier too. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner to remove streaks, marks, residue, and fingerprints from all of your appliances with *one* wipe of the included microfiber cloth. And it helps keep fingerprints and smudges away — reviewers say the shine lasts for days! A Cerama-Bryte cooktop cleaning kit, which includes cooktop cleaning solution, a scrubbing pad, and a scraper so you can absolutely remove every bit of baked- and caked-on food from any smooth range — no matter how long it's been there and what other cleaning products and DIY solutions you've tried in the past. A Bissell CleanView bagless vacuum designed with a specialized brush roll for picking up embedded pet (and human) hair, powerful suction on carpet and hard floors, and an easy-empty tank so you don't have to (gag) touch all of that icky stuff. A three-part microfiber wand so you can dust your blinds, air-conditioner vent, and any of those other narrow, hard-to-reach areas quicker and easier than ever before. When you're done, just take the covers off and pop 'em right in the washing machine! Sprayway glass cleaner, which is reportedly the Very Best glass cleaner — unlike liquid formulas, the spray-on foam actually *stays in place* where you spray it to make wiping away streaks and dust easier than ever. Use it on glass shower doors, mirrors, glass coffee tables, and wherever else streaks accumulate — and definitely use it on your windows so you can actually enjoy the view outside! A set of three scrubbing attachments for serious cleaning jobs on your to-do list — you can simply add an attachment to any power drill to make cleaning your tub, floor, appliances, or even the wheels of your car ridiculously fast and easy. An OXO deep-cleaning brush duo with a powerful scrubbing head for banishing grout discoloration with ease and a wiping blade to reach the crevices, crannies, and nooks that never get haven't at least since your last deep clean. Microfiber cleaning cloths that'll become your best friends when it comes to *streak-free* cleaning — use them on your car, stainless steel, countertops, wood furniture, floors (reusable Swiffer sweepers, anyone?), metal fixtures, and wayyy more. You'll get a better clean and waste fewer paper towels and disposable wipes — you can put that extra money towards exciting plans. Puracy's all-in-one cleaning concentrate you can dilute and use on just about everything — floors, countertops, dishes, windows, laundry, and more — so you don't have to keep swapping out bottles in your linen closet. For wayyyyy up high surfaces (including the ceiling fan), an extendable (it'll reach over five feet!) duster to get the job done in no time flat, no matter where the dust bunnies are hiding. It can rotate and bend at multiple angles, and it even has a microfiber head you can toss in the wash and reuse.
The Sun
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Dunelm launches mega homeware sale with ‘bargains galore' – including half price bedding, furniture and kitchenware
WHETHER it's time for a refresh of your home or you simply need to stock up on some new items, there's nothing quite like finding a bargain. And with homeware being so varied in cost, it feels especially rewarding when you come across a stylish find at an affordable price. 5 5 Which is why shoppers are racing to their local Dunelm store. The furniture store has launched a mega homeware sale with 'bargains galore' - including half-price bedding, furniture, and kitchenware. One TikTok account, known as ' sizzlingsaves ', shared their latest video, which showcased 50% off chic plates, bowls, and cups. Within three days of the video being shared, the account received over 402.8k views. They featured a black set of plates and bowls, as well as criss-cross designs and small triangle-patterned sets. And it didn't stop there with their funky kitchenware, as they also highlighted bunny rabbit designs and chic cream plates and bowls with a simple black edging. Dunelm also had 50% off beige dining chairs, making them only £22.50, as well as fur blankets, curtains, patterned bedding, and colourful rugs. And it wasn't just decorative items on offer at discounted prices but also cleaning products. They were selling a Turbo Smart mop by Vileda, as well as 30% off Method floor cleaner, making it £2.80 reduced from £4, and 20% off a Sorbo pack of six rainbow microfibre cloths for £4, reduced from £5. Dunelm was also selling heated airers with wings for £20, reduced from £40, as well as shaggy rugs for £24.50. Dunelm shoppers are scrambling to their local store and their 'massive sale' kicks off with posh glasses for 89p and £8 gadgets to keep the Spring chill out Another shopper also noticed their local Dunelm store had big sales too. Sophie Wilkinson, who is known as ' yozelle ' on TikTok, shared a video of a quick trip to her local Dunelm store. She captioned the video: 'This is not a drill. Run, don't scroll.' The TikTok footage, which received 296.6k views after four days of being shared, also showed plates and bowls on sale at discounted prices. She added: 'Ladies run, don't walk to Dunelm right now. Basically everything is on sale.' Her video gained lots of attention, with 70 people rushing to the comments section to share their thoughts. 5 5 5 One wrote: 'Can't beat a Dunelm trip.' A second added: 'Omg my bank account will start crying.' Whilst a third commented: 'I don't have the self-control for this.' And a fourth said: 'I stumbled across this today and it was amazing - so many good bits.' Dunelm's top interior design trends for 2025 Maximalism Maximalism is about unleashing your creativity and bringing joy to everything around you, day in and day out. Bold pattern combinations of florals, checks and geometrics set the tone with a bright joyous colour palette that holds everything together. Don't mistake Maximalism for having loads of stuff, it's about mixing and matching florals, layering key pieces and storytelling throughout your home, and ultimately doing things your own way. Dunelm's new collaboration with Sophie Robinson is all about that. Minimaluxe The interiors world has witnessed the evolution of "minimalism" into a richer, more luxurious iteration. The goal is quiet luxury - simplicity with a sense of sophistication. Minimaluxe focuses on creating spaces that are pared down yet warm, elegant, and inviting. Gloriously tactile textures, in a palette of warm neutrals, with hints of caramel and gold, complete the look. Introducing softer forms and round edges to avoid a space feeling overly stark The Edit Built on the philosophy that having fewer thoughtfully designed and well-made things helps us leave a lighter imprint on the earth. Interior design is shifting to be inspired by the natural world, and all its perfect imperfections. Take Dunelm's The Edited Life collection, it focuses on natural materials like wicker, jute and linens - as well as décor pieces and hand-thrown pottery vessels that feature forms dictated by the artisan's mark. Soft relaxed fabric textures mixed with uneven wood grains help bring this neutral, look together. New Nouveau Blending 19th century inspired maximalism with a contemporary colour palette this collection takes inspiration from the ornamental art form from the Nouveau era. Rich and luxurious, blending a little bit of history with a more modern aesthetic you can mix and layer into your home. Stylised Lily motifs adorn sumptuous textiles and wallpapers mixed with marbling & stained glass vintage style lighting for a vintage inspired look, with a modern twist.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Madden' Actor Quits Over N-Word, Nudity, as Amazon Calls Foul on Allegations
A supporting actor in the upcoming "Madden" film quit on Friday -- just two weeks into production -- allegedly over the use of the N-word and full frontal nudity ... but sources close to Amazon Studios tell us the allegations are being twisted. Here's the deal ... TMZ spoke with five members of the cast and crew for the upcoming film starring Nicolas Cage as the NFL legend, and Christian Bale as Raiders owner Al Davis ... and they independently leveled some serious claims about the film's director, David O. Russell. Crew and cast members told us that on Friday, Russell was working with the unnamed actor on an impromptu monologue when the director allegedly said the N-word ... and that upset the actor, along with others, who allegedly walked off set before they broke for lunch, and subsequently wrapped for the day. Studio sources tell TMZ ... It was actually the actor's idea to include the N-word in the scene after a private creative conversation with the director ... but ultimately the word was not used when they shot the scene. The sources stand firm -- David did not say the word while shooting the scene -- but declined to speculate what upset the actor and others in the moment. We're also told by the cast and crew sources that a day earlier, the same actor made it clear he did not want to be nude in a scene -- a locker room setting -- which allegedly pissed off David, and his reaction was "unprofessional." However, the studio sources say an intimacy coordinator tried to make the actor more comfortable and suggested different blocking, but the actor still had an issue, which is when David, calmly, said he didn't have to be in the shot. The studio stressed that nudity was not sprung on anyone -- everyone knew well in advance parts would be on display. Studio sources also noted that the door for the actor to return to production is not closed ... and "conversations" are ongoing. One "Madden" individual told us production had been a "mess" with conflicts, like the aforementioned allegations ... and tensions were being exacerbated by Nic and Christian, who are both true Method actors -- portraying their characters with an intensity that doesn't end when the cameras stop rolling. Studio sources told us ... both actors, who are Oscar winners, were fully committed to their roles and improvisations were welcome -- but nothing improper involving either actor has occurred between takes.
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
Stubborn BBQ grease melts away with £3.50 staple you'll already have
While we all love a BBQ when the sun comes out, most of us find cleaning the appliance a bit of a slog - but doesn't have to be the case thanks to a spray that gives "sparkling" results When the weather gets warmer, there is nothing us Brits love more than firing up the BBQ and having friends over for a hot dog or burger in the garden. With temperatures rising and summer fast-approaching, many of us will be looking to get our BBQs out of the shed and ready for the first hot weekend. But first-things-first, you'll want to get it sparkling clean before having guests over - and this no longer has to be a difficult feat requiring elbow grease and sweat, thanks to a product you may already have in your kitchen. A £3.50 spray that smells of an apple orchard and is known for leaving kitchens sparkling has been praised as being a grime-busting boss when it comes to leaving your BBQ streak-free. Cleaning brand Method said: 'Your BBQ's exterior works just as hard as the inside - facing smoke, splatters, and the elements every time you fire it up.' It explained that giving the appliance a regular wipe-down is vital to keep it 'looking sharp' and prevent long-term wear from grease and grime. It explained that its stainless steel surface cleaner in the scent 'apple orchard' can 'easily remove any grease, fingerprints, and weather marks from the exterior of your BBQ'. Method added: 'Once finished, it'll look polished and party-ready, whether you're grilling for a crowd or just keeping things casual.' The spray can be used on furniture, countertops, and appliances to 'restore shine and protect surfaces' and is suitable for wood, metal, glass and laminate surfaces. The solution is non-toxic but manages to deliver 'a mighty cleaning punch with naturally derived, biodegradable ingredients'. One customer claimed that the spray was the 'first product that actually works' for cleaning BBQs. They said that they used it on their BBQ and it took away all of the fingerprints, writing: 'Smells great also. Really impressed, especially for the price!' Meanwhile, an Amazon reviewer wrote that the spray was easy to use and quickly made their sink shine. They said: 'The results were effective for a reasonably long time, leaving the sink smear resistant giving it a quick drying time. And no messing about, just a speedy spray and wipe and you're done. Sparkling!!' Another commented: 'I have my own cleaning service and this product always surprises me. I spray the appliance, spread the solution everywhere and then turn the cleaning towel and buff in a circular motion. This is the real deal for stainless steel.' One person who purchased the spray said the product left a 'very nice, clean, non-greasy and fingerprint-free finish', while another said: 'Considering you do not need a lot per cleaning application I highly recommend this cleaner.'
